JOSTAR Volume 4 Number 3, March, 2025

This study analyzes the conduct of 2024 governorship election in Ondo State, Nigeria. Poor turnout of voters during the governorship election, availability of many rejected votes and vote-buying were examined in this study. The study adopts system theory propounded by David Easton, Gabriel Almond and Von Bentallaffy and used the qualitative method of research, relying exclusively on secondary source of data such as textbooks, newspapers, journals and magazines. The data gathered were summarized.

Since 1976, the Nigerian public service, including local government bodies, has undergone numerous reforms aimed at addressing developmental challenges and fostering socio-economic progress at the grassroots level. However, despite these efforts, local government councils continue to face significant hurdles in meeting the needs of the people they serve. One particularly pervasive issue is the prevalence of poor work ethics among employees, which undermines the effectiveness of local government administration.

Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are a significant occupational health concern among educators and school administrators in resource-constrained settings like Ago-Iwoye, Ogun State, Nigeria. Prolonged physical strain, poor ergonomic conditions, and high workload pressures heighten their vulnerability to MSDs, which can lead to chronic pain, reduced productivity, and compromised quality of life. Despite their critical roles in the education sector, limited research exists on the occupational risks and personal experiences associated with MSDs in this demographic.

This study explores how female university students navigate their bra choices at the intersection of empowerment, identity, and gender norms. The research involves in- depth qualitative interviews with 20 female undergraduates at the University of Benin, aged 18 to 24, from diverse socio-economic backgrounds. The study employs a narrative analysis approach to examine how these students perceive and negotiate their bra-wearing practices in relation to societal expectations, personal agency, and cultural influences.

Against the backdrop of Nigeria’s tenacious fight against terrorism and its crucial role in encouraging national development, this paper emphasises the fundamental relevance of efficient intelligence gathering in achieving this. Nigeria, like many other countries, must contend with the terrifying menace of terrorism, which knows no boundaries, ideologies, or organisational structures. Gathering intelligence becomes essential for taking preventive action and making well-informed decisions in this dynamic environment.

Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 16.3 calls on nations to guarantee equal access to justice for all, acknowledging the role that access to justice plays in the realization of every individual, regardless of gender. Offering remedies to Gender Based Violence (GBV) survivors is part of this right to access justice.

One of the most significant advancements in the production and distribution of goods and services, driven by the on-going Fourth Industrial Revolution, is the rise of robotics in the workforce. The global expansion of modern production has led to the integration of robotics automation through robotization, which either replaces workers or complements their roles in the production process. This study aimed to examine the factors driving the growth in the adaptation of robotic labor force and its impact on employment in the formal sector.

Though Loan practices offer financial succor to many, some predatory tactics subject users to vulnerabilities. This study investigated loan practices, factors enhancing borrowers’ vulnerability to predatory lending in Ibadan, Oyo State. While George Homans’ Social Exchange Theory provided the framework, the exploratory design was adopted. Ibadan was purposively selected because of the common loan habits of urbanites in the city. The purposive sampling method and snowball technique were used to select loan seekers and loan officials respectively.

The preservation of cultural heritage plays a crucial role in fostering societal cohesion and mitigating conflicts, particularly in regions experiencing political and economic instability. This study examines the role of the Museum of West African Art in Benin City in pre-conflict peace-building, exploring how cultural heritage preservation can contribute to conflict prevention and social stability.

The study examined the effects of e-training on employees’ job commitment in Federal College of Education, Osiele, Abeokuta, Ogun state, Nigeria. Proportionate random sampling technique was employed in selecting the sample size of 84 respondents from a total population of 107 employees. Data was collected structured using questionnaire of five-point rating scale. Data was analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics.