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Kidnapping, Strategic Intelligence Gathering (SIG) and the Nigerian Police: Study of Oyo State (2012-2024)
(Lead City University, Ibadan, 2025-12) Oluwasegun OJO
This study critically examines the role of Kidnapping, Strategic Intelligence Gathering (SIG) and the Nigerian Police Force (NPF) to uncover and resolve cases in Oyo State, Nigeria, from 2012 to 2024. In recent years, Nigeria has witnessed a disturbing increase in the rate of kidnappings,
particularly in its southwestern region, with Oyo State emerging as one of the most affected areas. The trend not only threatens public safety and national security but also challenges the effectiveness of law enforcement agencies, particularly the Nigerian Police, in combating organized criminal activities. Against this backdrop, the study investigates how the Nigerian Police have deployed strategic intelligence mechanisms—both human and technological—in their attempt to address the growing menace of kidnapping within the period under review. Strategic Intelligence Gathering refers to the systematic process of collecting, analyzing, and applying information to support security operations and policy decisions. This study explores various SIG methods employed by the Nigerian Police, including surveillance, informant networks, undercover operations, electronic monitoring, and collaboration with local communities. Through qualitative data obtained from police records, interviews with law enforcement personnel, community
stakeholders, and security experts, the research reveals both the strengths and limitations of the intelligence infrastructure available to the police in Oyo State. It further identifies the contextual challenges such as inadequate funding, poor logistics, political interference, weak inter-agency collaboration, and insufficient training, which have hampered the efficient use of intelligence in resolving kidnapping cases. From 2012 to 2024, the Nigerian Police in Oyo State recorded hundreds of kidnapping incidents, with varying degrees of success in uncovering and prosecuting perpetrators. The findings show that while the introduction of SIG improved the response time to kidnappings and aided in the identification of criminal syndicates, inconsistencies in data management and lack of community trust often undermined police efforts. The study also highlights notable case studies where the use of SIG directly led to the successful rescue of victims and dismantling of kidnapping rings. However, the persistent recurrence of kidnapping incidents suggests the need for more robust intelligence strategies, stronger community policing frameworks, and increased public-private partnerships. This research concludes that Strategic Intelligence Gathering is a critical tool in the Nigerian Police’s arsenal for combating kidnapping in Oyo State. It recommends a comprehensive overhaul of the intelligence architecture of the Nigerian Police, investment in modern surveillance technology, continuous capacity-building of personnel, and the institutionalization of community intelligence networks. The study contributes to the broader discourse on internal security in Nigeria and offers policy-relevant insights for enhancing the effectiveness of law enforcement in addressing violent crimes. By focusing on a decade-long period, this study offers a longitudinal perspective on the evolution and impact of SIG in the fight against kidnapping, providing valuable lessons for other regions facing similar security challenges.
Keywords: Strategic Intelligence Gathering (SIG), Nigerian Police, Kidnapped Cases, Oyo State.
Word Count: 463
Land Ownership and Agricultural Commercialisation amongst Farming Households in Nigeria
(Lead City University, Ibadan, 2025-12) Olumuyiwa Lekan MAKINDE
Agriculture is predominantly practiced in rural Nigeria; however, many rural households face limited access to productive land, which remains crucial for agricultural output, food security, and poverty reduction. The persistent challenge of insecure land tenure and unequal ownership rights raises concerns about its implications for agricultural commercialisation across crops, livestock, and fish sub-sectors. Against this backdrop, this study examines the relationship between land ownership dimensions and agricultural commercialisation among farming households in Nigeria, while also assessing the moderating influence of socio-demographic characteristics on these relationships. The study is anchored on John Locke’s Property Theory (1690), which posits land ownership as a fundamental right that enhances economic empowerment and productivity. Using secondary data from the Nigeria Living Standards Survey (NLSS) 2018–2019, the study analysed 2,240 households (2,062 male-headed and 178 female-headed) retained after data cleaning, based on complete information on land documents (a proxy for land ownership) and on engagement in agricultural commercialisation. Data were analysed through descriptive statistics, the Household Commercialisation Index (HCI), Tobit regression, ordered logit regression, and Pearson’s chi-square tests. Findings reveal that title deed (p<0.01), customary certificate of occupancy (p<0.10), right of occupancy (p<0.01), survey plan (p<0.10), rental contract, and lease registered (p<0.01) significantly and positively influenced crop commercialisation among male-headed households. For female-headed households, customary certificate of occupancy (p<0.10) and lease registered (p<0.01) were also positively related to crop commercialisation. Conversely, none of the land documents significantly affected livestock commercialisation. Notably, possession of the right of occupancy reduced fish commercialisation by 1.46 units (p<0.10). Socio-demographic characteristics further exerted significant moderating effects, particularly in livestock commercialisation outcomes. The study concludes that land ownership dimensions significantly shape agricultural commercialisation, with varying effects across gender and sub sectors. It recommends strengthening land tenure security and integrating demographic considerations into land-related agricultural programs. Further research using primary data is recommended to gain deeper contextual insights.
Keywords: Land Ownership Dimensions, Agricultural Commercialization, Farming Households. Socio-demographic.
Word Count: 300
Corporate Governance, Sustainability Initiatives and Performance of Personal Care Products Manufacturing Companies in South-West Nigeria
(Lead City University, Ibadan, 2025-12) Sakirat Adetutu OLUKOYA
This study investigated the relationship between corporate governance, driven sustainability initiatives and firm performance in personal care products manufacturing companies in South west Nigeria. It explored the effect of board size on return on equity, board independence on profitability and ascertained the effect of dual leadership on the return on assets of the personal care products manufacturing firms. It also investigated the effect of ownership structure on shareholders satisfaction and examined the moderating influence of sustainability initiatives on the relationship between corporate governance and firm performance in the selected companies. The study adopted a descriptive research design, with a sample of 475 participants selected through stratified random sampling technique. Structured questionnaire was the main research instrument employed for data collection. Data analysis involved both the use of descriptive and inferential statistics. Hypotheses were tested through Pearson product moment
correlation and results indicated that board size has significant effect on return on equity r = 0.896, p = 0.001 < 0.05, board size has a significant determinate effect on profitability (r = .952, p .001 < 0.05) and dual leadership has a determinate effect with dual leadership (r = 0.810, p = 000 < 0.05). Furthermore, statistical test revealed that ownership structure has a positive effect on stakeholder satisfaction (r – 0.767, p .000 < 0.05). Results on the effect of sustainability initiatives on the relationship between corporate governance and firm performance was significant (f = 6707.83 p < 0.05). Moreover, sustainability initiative had a stronger impact on firm performance (𝛽 = 0.693 t = 35.145, p < .005 compared to corporate governance 𝛽 = 0.311, t = 15.776, p < 0.05). The study concludes that embedding sustainability initiative into corporate governance can be a strategic driver and catalyst of competitive advantage and performance optimization for personal care products manufacturing industry in Nigeria. The study
recommended that personal care product companies should embed sustainability into their core strategies. This includes investing in environmental efficiency, ethical supply chains, and community engagement to enable them develop superior performance and long-term value creation in the manufacturing industry.
Key Words: Corporate governance, Manufacturing industry, Performance, Personal care products and Sustainability initiatives
Word Counts: 344
Information Communication Technology, Organisational Flexibility and Performance of Small Medium Enterprises in Southwest Nigeria
(Lead City University, Ibadan, 2025-12) Joseph Dada OLOWO
Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) play a crucial role in fostering economic growth, job creation, and poverty reduction worldwide. Despite contributing approximately 46.31% to Nigeria's GDP and employing over 60 million people, SMEs in the country face challenges such as technological disruptions, economic volatility, and shifting consumer preferences. To mitigate these challenges, adopting Information and Communication Technology (ICT) tools has emerged as a critical strategy. This study examines the influence of ICT tools, including Enterprise Resource Planning Systems (ERPs), Customer Relationship Management software(CRMs), social media, and Mobile Handheld Devices (MHDs), on the performance of SMEs in Southwest Nigeria, with a focus on the mediating role of organisational flexibility. Theoretically, the study was conducted to investigate the above relationships using three theories. These were the Resource based theory, Dynamic Capability theory and the theory of
Organisational Adaptation. The theory of Organisational Adaptation was the underpinning theory for the study. Using a descriptive cross-sectional survey design, data were collected from 310 respondents across seven ICT-enabled SMEs in Oyo and Ogun States. Descriptive and inferential statistics, including regression and hierarchical modelling, were employed. Reliability tests yielded Cronbach's alpha values ranging from 0.774 to 0.891, ensuring data consistency. The findings reveal that ERPs usage significantly influences profitability, explaining 51.0% of its variance (R² = 0.510, F(1,300) = 312.627, p = 0.000). CRMs adoption enhances sales revenue growth, with a moderate positive correlation (r = 0.345, p = 0.000).
Social media usage positively impacts customer satisfaction, accounting for 66.4% of its variance (R² = 0.664, F(1,300) = 592.576, p = 0.000). Additionally, MHD adoption explains 52.4% of the variance in employee satisfaction (R² = 0.524, β = 0.590, p = 0.000). Hierarchical regression analysis confirms the mediating role of organisational flexibility, with ICT usage alone accounting for 81.5% of the variance in SME performance (R² = 0.815, β = 0.753, p = 0.000). Including organisational flexibility improves the model fit (R² = 0.837, ΔR² = 0.022, p = 0.000), emphasizing its critical role in enhancing business adaptability and resilience. The study conclude that ICT tools such as Enterprise Resource Planning (ERPs), Customer
Relationship Management (CRMs), social media, and Mobile Handheld Devices (MHDs) positively impact various performance metrics, including profitability, sales revenue growth, customer satisfaction, and employee satisfaction; the adoption of ERP systems allows SMEs to streamline their operations, integrate various functions, and enhance decision-making capabilities, all of which contribute to better financial outcomes. The results further indicate that the use of mobile handheld devices (MHD) as an ICT management tool positively affects employee satisfaction. Based on these findings, the study recommends that SMEs invest in ERP and CRM systems, leverage social media for customer engagement, and adopt MHDs for
task management and employee satisfaction. Additionally, fostering a culture of organisational flexibility is essential for maximizing the impact of ICT adoption as it amplifies it. Comprehensive training programs, tailored ICT solutions, and adaptive management strategy such as Organisational Flexibility. are crucial for sustaining SME growth in a rapidly changing business environment.
Keywords: ICT Usage, Organisational Flexibility, Small and Medium Enterprises Enterprise, Performance.
Word Count: 496
Individual Characteristics as Predictors of Motivation to Use Digital Library among Polytechnic Student in Ondo State, Nigeria
(LEAD CITY INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF LIBRARY, INFORMATION & COMMUNICATION SCIENCES, 2024-07) Cyril Iloba IJEH; Sunday TUNMIBI
Digital libraries offer a lot of advantages for students and this explains why many tertiary institutions including polytechnics in Nigeria have invested in creating various digital libraries. However, many of the libraries often experienced low patronage as students are more inclined to use other source of digital information. In line with this, the study examines the influence of individual characteristics on the motivation to use digital library among polytechnic student in Ondo State, Nigeria. The study adopted the descriptive survey research with the population including 13,407students from two government owned polytechnic in Ondo State. Multistage sampling procedure was followed to select 375 students as sample. A structured questionnaire was used for data collection. The data was analyzed using both inferential and descriptive statistics. The results show that individual characteristics (Adj. R2 = 0. 244, p<0.05) has significant but weak influence on the motivation to use digital library among polytechnic student in Ondo State. The study concluded that the adoption and use of digital libraries underscores the importance of user satisfaction and engagement. It was therefore recommended that polytechnic libraries should provide comprehensive training on how to effectively use digital libraries.