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Work Ethics, Emotional Intelligence and Research Productivity of Office Technology and Management Lecturers in Public Polytechnics, South West, Nigeria
(Lead City University Ibadan, 2025-12) Oluwamuyiwa Oluwatobi OLUWAJI
Research is the bedrock of any viable long lasting and sustainable development. Polytechnics are shouldered with technical aspect of the human life and to be effective, research becomes pivotal even among office technology lecturers. However, research productivity cannot stand alone as there are factors that influences it. On this premise, this study investigated the influence of work ethics and emotional intelligence on the research productivity of Office Technology and Management (OTM) lecturers in public polytechnics in South West, Nigeria. Adopting a descriptive survey research design and total enumeration, data was collected from a population of (102) OTM lecturers through a structured questionnaire with Cronbach alpha of 0.7, 0.83 and 0.85 across selected public polytechnics. The study was anchored on Bland’s model of research, J.S. Mills and Daniel Goleman’s emotional intelligence theories. Descriptive and inferential statistical analyses, including regression, were used to analyze the data collected from a response
rate of 77%. The findings revealed a high level of research productivity (Mean=3.5) among the respondents, alongside a high level of adherence to work ethics (Mean=3.5) and emotional intelligence (Mean=3.5). More importantly, the study found that work ethics (Adj. R2 = 0. 269, F (1,77) = 29.773, p = 0.000b) and emotional intelligence (Adj. R2 = 0. 195, F(1,77) = 19.931, p = 0.000b) are significant and positive predictors of research productivity. The combined influence of both variables (Adj. R2 = 0. 282, F(2,76) = 16.343, p = 0.000b) was also found to be statistically significant, indicating that lecturers who exhibit strong ethical conduct and emotional competence are more likely to be productive in their research activities. The study concludes that fostering a culture of ethical responsibility and emotional intelligence among lecturers is critical to enhancing research performance in polytechnic education. The researcher recommends institutional interventions such as continuous professional development, emotional intelligence training, and reinforcement of ethical standards to sustain and improve research output.
Keywords: Emotional Intelligence, Office Technology and Management, Public Polytechnics, Research Productivity, Work Ethics.
Wordcount: 313
Tax Education and Voluntary Tax Compliance among Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs)in South-West Nigeria: A Perception Study
(Lead City University Ibadan, 2025-12) Opeyemi Olamide OLULEYE
This study examines the effect of tax education on voluntary tax compliance among Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in South-West Nigeria. SMEs are vital to national growth, yet compliance with tax obligations remains low, limiting government revenue mobilisation. While enforcement and penalties have been studied extensively, less attention has been given to the role of tax education in shaping compliance behaviour. A survey research design was adopted, and structured questionnaires were administered to SME operators across Lagos, Oyo, Ogun, Osun, Ondo, and Ekiti States. Stratified random sampling ensured representation, and data were analysed using descriptive statistics, correlation, and regression models. Theories of planned behaviour, social learning and Economic Deterrence guided the study, suggesting knowledge and perceptions of fairness strongly influence compliance attitudes. Findings from Chapter 4 show that 68% of respondents agreed tax education improved their understanding of filing procedures, while 72% reported increased awareness of obligations. Regression analysis confirmed a positive and statistically significant relationship between all independent variables and their respective compliance dimensions: Tax Procedure Knowledge on Filing Compliance (p=0.004); Awareness of Tax Obligations on Payment Compliance (p=0.006); Simplified Tax Procedures on Reporting Accuracy (p=0.037); Digital Tax Literacy on Registration Compliance (p=0.022); and Tax Education on Overall Tax Compliance (p=0.000). Tax Education was the strongest predictor,
confirming improved knowledge directly increases taxpayers’ willingness to register, file, and remit taxes. The study also recorded a high response rate of 87.50% (350 valid responses). Descriptive statistics indicated generally strong compliance behaviours, filing compliance (mean score 4.11) and payment compliance (mean score 4.08). In addition, SMEs demonstrated moderate digital literacy (overall mean 3.49), largely through recognition of taxation as a civic duty, though purely voluntary willingness was lower. However, challenges such as inadequate outreach, limited digital access, and mistrust of government utilisation of revenue were identified. The study concludes that tax education is a key determinant of voluntary compliance among SMEs in South-West Nigeria. It recommends that tax authorities intensify taxpayer education campaigns, leveraging workshops, SME associations, and online platforms. Strengthening education and simplifying processes will foster higher compliance, sustainable revenue generation, institutional trust, and economic development.
Keywords: Tax Education, Voluntary Compliance, SMEs, South-West Nigeria, Taxation
Word Count: 351
Work Ethics,Artificial Intelligence Usage and Office Managers' Productivity in Public Universities, Osun State, Nigeria
(Lead City University Ibadan, 2025-12) Mary Oluwafunmilayo OLOWOOKERE
Productivity is central to effective university administration, where office managers coordinate institutional operations and ensure timely task execution. Their productivity is shaped by multiple factors, notably adherence to professional ethics and the adoption of emerging technologies. This study examined the influence of work ethics and Artificial Intelligence (AI) usage on the productivity of office managers in public universities in Osun
State, Nigeria. A descriptive survey design was employed, and data were collected from 183 respondents using a structured questionnaire. The instrument’s reliability was confirmed with a Cronbach’s alpha coefficient of 0.937, obtained from a pilot study involving 21 respondents. Data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics, including regression analyses. Findings revealed a high level of productivity among office managers across the input, process, and output dimensions (Grand Mean = 3.45). Respondents demonstrated strong adherence to work ethics in terms of duty compliance and rule integrity (Grand Mean = 3.60), while AI usage, measured by perceived usefulness and perceived ease of use, was moderate but appreciable (Grand Mean = 3.20). Regression analysis showed that work ethics (Adjusted R² = .509, F(1,181) = 189.541, p < 0.05) significantly and positively predicted productivity, while AI usage (Adjusted R² = .142, F(1,181) = 31.001, p < 0.05) also had a significant but smaller effect. The combined influence of work ethics and AI usage (Adjusted R² = .534, F(2,180) = 105.395, p < 0.05) was equally significant, indicating that office managers who uphold strong ethical standards and effectively utilize AI tools are the most productive. The study concludes that fostering ethical responsibility alongside AI adoption is vital to enhancing office managers’ productivity in public universities in Osun State. It recommends
continuous ethics training, AI capacity-building workshops, and institutional policies that reinforce ethical compliance and technological integration.
Keywords: AI Usage, Input-Process-Output Model, Office Managers, Productivity, Public Universities, Work Ethics, Nigeria.
Word count: 298
Influence of Social Media usage on Anxiety Disorder among the Youths in Ibadan North Local Government Area
(Lead City University Ibadan, 2025-12) Adeolu OLOMOLA
This study investigated the influence of social media usage on anxiety disorder among youths in Ibadan North Local government and to ascertain the level at which social media usage causes anxiety disorder in youth in Ibadan North Local Government, to identify the social media platforms that triggers anxiety disorder among youths in Ibadan North Local Government and to also examine how the social media platforms can cause anxiety disorder among youths in Ibadan North Local Government. The theory applied in this study are Social learning theory. The research method used in this research study is mixed method research design, 400youths as the number of respondents, online survey link was used to distribute questionnaire online. This study shows that 100% of respondents are fully engaged in the use of social media and 56.67% of respondent in this study are suffering from the anxiety disorder. It has been concluded that Social media has some advantages and disadvantages, it has been noted that exposure to social media contents can trigger fear which is known as anxiety. It had been recommended that youths must develop strong self-esteem, ethics and moral values, so that they don’t develop unnecessary fear from the social media applications when using social media. It has been recommended that people think through on their actions and thoughts on social media content, they should know what is good and bad and healthy for their minds, if people want to watch anything scary on the social media, they should watch it in early hours.
Keywords: Anxiety disorder, youths, social media usage.
Word Counts: 268
ASociolinguistic Analysis of Language Use in Selected Markets in Ado-Ekiti
(Lead City University Ibadan, 2025-12) Olayide Ajoke BABALOLA
This study examined how language is used in selected markets in Ado Ekiti, with a focus on the social meanings and cultural values that shape everyday communication. The study was based on the Interactional Sociolinguistics Theory, which explains how people use language in social contexts to create meaning and maintain relationships. The main objectives of the study were to identify the languages used by sellers and customers; to examine the language strategies they employed during interaction, and to explore the sociocultural factors that influenced their language choices. The study adopted a qualitative research design. Data were collected through observation and interviews from sellers, customers, and apprentices across three major markets in Ado Ekiti: Oja Oba, Oja Bisi, and Agric Market. The data were analyzed thematically. Findings revealed that Yoruba, Nigerian Pidgin, and English were the main languages used in the markets. Yoruba served as the dominant language, while English and Pidgin acted as bridge and prestige languages. Sellers used different strategies such as greetings, praise, humor, repetition, persuasion, and code-switching to attract customers and maintain friendly relationships. The study also found that sociocultural factors such as gender, age, level of education, social class, and the relationship between sellers and customers influenced language use. The study concluded that language use in Ado Ekiti markets went beyond business transactions. It reflected cultural values, social identity, and interpersonal relationships. The study contributes to knowledge by showing how everyday market interactions serve as a mirror of community life and how language helps to sustain social harmony in multicultural settings.
Keywords: Sociolinguistics, Market discourse, Ado Ekiti, Communication strategies, Interactional Sociolinguistics
Word Count: 253