Nigerian Academy of Management Journal

CHANGE MANAGEMENT AND ORGANIZATIONAL PERFORMANCE OF SELECTED FAST-FOOD ORGANIZATIONS IN UYO, AWKA IBOM STATE

Inemesit N. Ebito — 2024-12-15

Businesses are always evolving as a result of the

dynamic nature of today's business environments.

The purpose of the study was to ascertain the

influence of change management on the

organizational performance of selected fast-food

companies in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. A survey

research design was employed for the

investigation. From a population of 160

employees from the selected firms, 114 replies

were determined using the Taro Yamane formula.

The null hypotheses were evaluated at the 5%

level of significance using linear regression

analysis. Results show that change management

has a considerable positive influence on the

organizational performance of selected fast-food

establishments in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. Based

on the findings, it was recommended, among

other things, that fast-food organizations in Uyo

should invest more in new technical

innovations/equipment and enhance their

products/services to meet the changing demands

of their clients. The study concludes that

technology innovations, consumer preferences,

and COVID-19 management methods all have a

considerable beneficial impact on the

organizational performance of selected fast-food

organizations in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State.

SUSTAINABILITY PERFORMANCE IN THE NIGERIAN TABLE WATER INDUSTRY: KEY DETERMINANTS AND POLICY IMPLICATIONS

Simon Ayo ADEKUNLE — 2024-12-15

This study examined the determinants of

sustainability performance in table water firms. A

cross-sectional survey research design was

employed. The study population included all

registered table water firms with the National

Agency for Food and Drug Administration and

Control (NAFDAC) in Delta and Edo States. A

total of 247 valid and usable questionnaires were

collected. Descriptive statistics were utilized to

assess respondents’ perceptions of the variables

of interest, while Pearson correlation coefficients

and multiple regression analysis were employed

to establish the relationships between the

research variables. The findings revealed that

sustainable product development, manufacturing

processes, packaging, and waste management

significantly and positively influence

sustainability performance. It is recommended

that governments develop policy frameworks to

support sustainability and create a conducive

environment for the sustainable production and

consumption of table water by establishing

standards and providing incentives for firms to

adopt sustainable practices in their operations.

DIVERSITY MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES AND PERFORMANCE OF BREWERIES PLANTS IN SOUTH EAST NIGERIA

Agu Okoro AGU — 2024-12-15

The study focuses on diversity management

strategies and the performance of Breweries

plants in South East Nigeria. The study sought to

determine the effect of diversity recruitment on

goal attainment in the breweries plants in

southeast Nigeria, ascertain the nature of the

relationship between corporate culture and

customer satisfaction in the breweries plants in

southeast Nigeria, and determine the influence of

diversity training on organizational effectiveness

in breweries plants in southeast Nigeria. The

study had a population size of 1528, out of which

a sample size of 431 was realized using Cochran

Formula at 5% error tolerance and 95% level of

confidence. The instrument used for data

collection was primarily a questionnaire. Out of

431 copies of the questionnaire that were

distributed, 401 copies were returned while 30

copies were not returned. The deceptive survey

research design was adopted for the study. The

hypotheses were tested using Person Product

Moment Correlation Coefficient and Simple

Linear Regression statistical tools. The findings

indicated that diversity recruitment significantly

affects goal attainment in brewery plants in

southeast Nigeria. (r 0. 801, t 26.695; p < 0.05).

There is a positive relationship between corporate

culture and customer satisfaction in brewery

plants in southeast Nigeria (r = 0.866). Diversity

training significantly influences organizational

effectiveness in brewery plants in southeast

Nigeria. (r = 0.861; t = 33.777; p < 0.05). The

study concluded that workforce diversity on

organizational performance is very critical for the

success of Breweries plants in South East,

Nigeria. The study recommended that Breweries

plants in Southeast Nigeria should always carry

out diversity training for their employees that will

help to rebuild their minds and behavior to see

every tribe as one that has one purpose to achieve

FAMILY PLANNING PRODUCTS’ USAGE INHIBITORS: EVIDENCE FROM RURAL RESIDENTS IN A TYPICAL DEVELOPING COUNTRY

Edwin Chukwuemeka Idoko — 2024-12-15

Family planning (FP) is embedded in Sustainable

Development Goals (SDGs) as a critical

mechanism for the attainment of SDGs 3.7 and

5.6 that focus on curtailment of population

explosion, and maternal and child mortality rates.

In many developing Sub-Saharan African

countries, inhibitory factors concerning the usage

of family planning products especially among

under-served rural dwellers remain poorly

understood. Thus, this paper seeks to deepen and

provide contemporary understanding regarding

those barriers that frustrate the uptake of family

planning products among rural dwellers of

reproductive age. Data were generated with a

self-administered questionnaire from 250

respondents. Convenience and judgemental

sampling procedures were used to recruit

respondents. Structural Equation Modelling

(SEM) using Analysis of Moment Structures

(AMOS) serves as the analytical tool regarding

the hypothesized paths in the research model.

Findings from the study reveal that access to FP

knowledge/information has a negative-significant

effect on the usage of family planning products,

additionally, religion and cultural norms,

experience and fear of side effects, and quality of

reproductive healthcare services have a positive

significant inhibitory influence on the usage of

family planning products. Management and

policy implications of those findings were

examined and directions for future

research/actions were suggested

GREEN POLICIES AND CITIZENSHIP: THE ROUTE TO NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Gold Leton Kpurunee — 2024-12-15

In an era characterized by growing

environmental concerns and the pursuit of

sustainable development, the relationship

between green policies and citizenship has

become increasingly important as a crucial

means to promote national progress. This

research explores green policies and the role of

citizens in driving a nation's development. Green

policies refer to a variety of strategies and actions

that aim to tackle environmental degradation,

promote the efficient utilization of resources, and

foster sustainable practices across different

sectors. These policies acknowledge the

significance of striking a balance between

economic growth and environmental

conservation. They aim to achieve sustainable

development that equally prioritizes the well

being of both present and future generations.

Hence, the active participation of citizens in the

policymaking process has the potential to result

in the formulation of more well-informed and

effective policies. Ultimately, the study concluded

that a comprehensive and well-implemented set of

green policies has the potential to effectively

address a variety of challenges to the

environment, economy, and society. Therefore, it

is recommended that Nigerian leaders implement

and strengthen environmental measures to

safeguard natural resources, biodiversity, and

ecosystems. They should establish rules that

restrict pollution, promote energy conservation,

and support the use of renewable energy sources.

Additionally, policymakers should ensure that

everyone is included and has equal access to

resources. They should also involve the public in

decision-making processes, promote community

development initiatives, and encourage the

adoption of sustainable practices in everyday life.

EFFECT OF DISTINCTIVE COMPETENCES AND TECHNOLOGICAL CAPABILITIES ON SME GROWTH IN NORTH-EAST NIGERIA

ALI BABA MUSAMI — 2024-12-15

Distinctive Competencies and Technological

Capabilities are two elements that are used for

Business strategic planning

enable

entrepreneurs to define the scope and market in

which they compete to attain business growth.

This is, however, not always the case among

SMEs in North-East Nigeria, and that might

account for their inability to expand beyond the

level of survival. This study examined the effect

of these two elements on the growth of small and

medium-scale enterprises (SMEs) in North-east

Nigeria. It adopted a descriptive survey research

design. The population of the study comprises

4,224,252 registered SMEs in North East Nigeria

as reported by the Small and Medium Enterprises

Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN,

2020). Through a random sampling technique,

four hundred (400) SMEs were selected as

samples. The size of the study was based on the

Taro Yamane sample selection formula. A five

point Likert scale questionnaire was used to

capture the opinions of respondents. The

Cronbach Alpha test for distinctive competence

and technological capabilities shows 0.9779 and

0.9785 respectively and the test for multi

collinearity and heteroscedasticity all produced

favourable responses. The study used multiple

regression analysis to determine the statistical

effects of the variables in business definition

measured by distinctive competence (DCOMP),

and technological capability (TECHCAP), as

independent variables and SMEs business growth

(BUSGROT) as dependent variables. The result of

the study indicates that distinctive competence

has a positive but insignificant effect on business

growth while technological capability has a

positive and significant effect on business growth

in North East Nigeria. Hence, it was concluded

from the findings of the study that SME growth

can be anticipated using these variables. Based

on these findings, it was recommended that SMEs

invest in modern technologies in key business

areas, and also in knowledge management as

their competence can easily be imitated by other

firms.

SUSTAINING CAPACITY UTILIZATION OF SMALL AGRO PROCESSING BUSINESSES IN NIGERIA

Michael Ikechukwu ELIKWU — 2024-12-15

This study empirically analyzed the effect of

strategic entrepreneurship knowledge

management on the sustainable capacity

utilization of small agro-processing and

manufacturing businesses in Nigeria, with a

specific focus on knowledge creation, integration,

and application and their individual effects on the

capacity utilization of afro-processing firms in

Nigeria. This study adopted the cross-sectional

and the archival and documentary research

designs, which supported the collection of

quantitative data from the selected sample size of

487 participants, who are owners of small agro

allied businesses spread across Akwa-Ibom,

Delta, and Rivers states, in the south-south region

of Nigeria. Furthermore, the multistage random

sampling techniques were adopted, adopted to

adequately capture the multi-chain aggregate

study groups that formed different clusters

(firms). The reliability test conducted on the

research instrument revealed the internal

consistency of the items within the structure of

this study at a Cronbach alpha value of 0.84.

Data generated for the study were analyzed using

descriptive analytical techniques, while the

formulated hypotheses were tested using multiple

regression analysis. The findings revealed that

strategic entrepreneurship knowledge creation

knowledge

integration,

and knowledge

application can significantly enhance the capacity

utilization of small agro-allied businesses. The

study therefore recommends that small agro

processing businesses should strive to codify and

capture knowledge content to increase efficiency

by giving access and knowledge to workers at all

levels to be part of the continuous process

improvement for optimization of the firm’s

operational capacity

SUSTAINOPRENEURSHIP AND NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT – OPTIMIZING BUSINESS PROBLEMS FOR BUSINESS SOLUTIONS IN NIGERIA

Obioma Uzoma Onyenma — 2024-12-15

This study examined sustainopreneurship as a

panacea for national development.

Sustainopreneurship seeks to function in a way

that can be passed down through the generations

without endangering nature’s responsiveness.

Sustainopreneurs perform their activities in a way

that emphasizes the social, and environmental

aspects, and sometimes in a way that highlights

the economic aspect. National development

translates to sustainable economic growth in

which resource use aims at meeting human needs

while preserving the environment so that these

needs are met not only in the present but also for

generations to come. Drawing upon relevant

literature review, this paper intends to add value

to the ongoing discussion on how to optimize

business problems for business solutions in

Nigeria through sustainopreneurship thereby

improving governance and national development.

THE ROLE OF EDUCATION IN SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT IN NIGERIA

Christine Adaobi Nwuche — 2024-12-15

This paper explores the critical role of education

in promoting sustainable development in Nigeria.

Education is a fundamental driver of this

integration, equipping individuals with the

knowledge, skills, and values necessary to

address complex global challenges. This paper

examines how a reformed educational system,

aligned with SDGs, can overcome these obstacles

and contribute to sustainable national

development. The paper highlights the importance

of incorporating sustainability into the

educational curriculum, promoting lifelong

learning, and leveraging technology to improve

educational outcomes. It also discusses the need

for policy reforms, increased government

investment, and stakeholder engagement to create

a more inclusive and effective educational system.

Key recommendations include increasing the

budgetary allocation to education, integrating

sustainability issues into curricula, enhancing

teacher training, and forming global partnerships

to share best practices and resources. Future

trends such as the integration of technology in

education, a focus on STEM (science, technology,

engineering, and mathematics) education, and

sustainability education are explored as vital

components for driving innovation and

addressing global challenges. By fostering a

robust educational framework, Nigeria can

prepare its citizens for the challenges and

opportunities of the 21st century, ensuring that

economic, social, and environmental progress go

hand in hand. In conclusion, the paper

underscores that education is not just a pathway

to personal and national development but also a

cornerstone for achieving sustainable

development. By addressing current educational

challenges and implementing strategic reforms,

Nigeria can build a more prosperous and

sustainable future, contributing significantly to

global efforts in sustainable development.

STRATEGIC COMPETITIVE TRAITS AND RESPONSIVENESS OF REAL ESTATE FIRMS IN SOUTH-SOUTH, NIGERIA

Thomas Chinye Okoisama — 2024-12-15

The study examined the relationship between

strategic competitive traits (dimensioned by

aggressiveness and defensiveness) and

responsiveness of Real Estate firms in South

South, Nigeria. The upper echelon theory

underpinned the study and the philosophical

posture is positivism. The cross-sectional survey

research design was adopted, while the

questionnaire was the instrument for data

collection. A sample of 269 middle and top-level

managers was drawn from an accessible

population of 890 managers of all the 1 7 8 r e a l

estate firms registered with the Nigerian

Institution of Estate Surveyors and Valuers in

Nigeria and located in South-South, Nigeria. The

hypotheses were tested at a 0.05 significance level

using the partial least squares-structural equation

modelling. The study found that there is a

moderate positive and significant relationship

between the aggressiveness and responsiveness of

Real Estate firms in South-South, Nigeria. More

so, the study found that there is a moderate

positive and significant relationship between the

defensiveness and responsiveness of real estate

firms in South-South, Nigeria. It is hereby

concluded that the deployment of appropriate

strategic competitive traits, such as

aggressiveness and defensiveness, will enhance

the responsiveness of real estate firms in South

South, Nigeria. Therefore, it is recommended

that: managers of real estate firms should;

enhance the deployment of aggressiveness

techniques, when necessary, to ensure the

responsiveness of the firms. They should do so by

engaging in frequent product adaptation to the

local consumer needs, ensuring great efforts are

made to strengthen the firm’s brand image, and

advertising and communicating effectively

products and services to potential consumers.

Also, the Management of real estate firms should

improve the adoption of defensiveness as a

strategy to achieve responsiveness, by ensuring

that customers are contractually bound to the

firm, adding a customer’s complaint function in

the formal organization’s structure, and

providing more discounts for repeat purchases.

SUSTAINABLE GOVERNANCE, CITIZENSHIP AND NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Felicia K. AKANBI — 2024-12-15

Development is fundamental for a country to

thrive and advance. When a nation can guarantee

its people a high standard of living, we say that it

is developed. Despite having vast human,

material, and natural resources at her disposal,

Nigeria has been struggling with development

issues for over fifty years. The paper addressed

issues that bothered national development as well

as solutions for sustainable development in

Nigeria.

TAX REVENUE AND SUSTAINABLE INFRASTRUCTURAL DEVELOPMENT IN NIGERIA (2012 – 2022)

Faith Umashime Sunny-Igwe — 2024-12-15

Government have a mandate to provide goods

and service to their citizenry. Inadequate

provision of infrastructure has always been a

challenge for successive governments especially

with declining tax revenue especially with the oil

dependent economy. This study seeks to unveil the

effect of taxes on infrastructural development in

Nigeria. An ex-post facto design was adopted and

data was obtained from the Central Bank of

Nigeria (CBN), and the Federal Inland Revenue

Services (FIRS) spanning the period of 2010 to

Using Ordinary Least Square analytical

technique combined with Granger Causality

findings they revealed that taxes have a positive

and insignificant effect on infrastructural

development proxied by gross fixed capital

formation. Moreover, the Granger causality

reports a uni-directional causality running from

capital gains tax to company income tax. The

study concluded that tax collections by the

government facilitate the accumulation of

infrastructure. However, the magnitude remains

insignificant in the short run.

CHANGE MANAGEMENT CAPABILITY AND COMPETITIVENESS OF PRIVATE HOSPITALS IN RIVERS STATE

Florence Konye IGWEH — 2024-12-15

This study looked at the connection between

private hospitals' competitiveness and their ability

to handle change in Rivers State, Nigeria. For the

study, a cross-sectional research design was used.

Our respondents were management staff (medical

directors and doctors) of these organizations (a

total number of fifty-eight management staff)

constituting the population of our study. From the

field survey, we retrieved and analyzed all fifty

eight (58) copies of the questionnaire from the

participants; Kendall’s tau_b correlation

coefficient (tb) correlation coefficient statistical

tool was used to determine the relationship

existing between the variables while the p-value

was used to test hypotheses developed for the

study. The findings revealed that the dimensions

of change management namely; leadership style,

empowerment of change program, and reward

and embedment of change exhibited a significant

relationship with competitiveness. It was then

concluded that change management capability

will ultimately enhance the competitiveness of

these organizations taking apt cognizance of the

firm’s organizational culture. This necessitated

recommendations for the firms (private

hospitals); leadership styles that will enable

change programs should be adopted, resources

needed to successfully embark on change

programs should be made available, and

successful change initiatives should be embedded

and adequately rewarded so that favorable

organizational outcomes are achieved.