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{"title":"Digital Diplomacy in the Age of Social Media: Challenges and Opportunities for Crisis Communication","authors":"Fasinu E. S., Olaniyan B. J., A. A. O.","doi":"10.52589/ajsshr-0tooed5f","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.52589/ajsshr-0tooed5f","url":null,"abstract":"Digital technologies have revolutionised the way diplomats and government officials communicate with domestic and international stakeholders during crises. Using a mixed-methods approach, this study examines how digital technologies, particularly social media, shape the nature and effectiveness of crisis communication in diplomacy. Drawing on interviews with diplomats, content analysis of social media data, and case studies of international crises, the study identifies key factors that influence the use and impact of digital technologies in crisis communication. The findings of the study reveal that digital technologies present both opportunities and challenges for crisis communication in diplomacy. On the one hand, digital diplomacy can enhance communication with stakeholders, increase transparency and accountability, and foster international cooperation. On the other hand, it can also amplify misinformation, exacerbate tensions, and undermine traditional diplomatic channels. The findings of this study offer valuable insights for policymakers, diplomats, and scholars interested in leveraging digital technologies for effective crisis communication. The study also highlights several implications for further research. First, more attention should be paid to the role of social media algorithms and content moderation policies in shaping public discourse during crises. Second, future research should examine the difference in digital diplomacy practices across cultures and countries, as well as the impact of language barriers and cultural differences on crisis communication. Finally, this study emphasises the importance of developing ethical and effective guidelines for the use of digital technologies in crisis communication, taking into account the need for transparency, accountability, and respect for human rights.","PeriodicalId":363531,"journal":{"name":"African Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities Research","volume":" 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-07-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141824587","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Effectiveness of Crop Farmers' Use of Indigenous Knowledge on Land Degradation Control Practices in Imo State, Nigeria","authors":"Egwuonwu H. A.","doi":"10.52589/ajsshr-erdsnnhz","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.52589/ajsshr-erdsnnhz","url":null,"abstract":"This study analyzed the effectiveness of the crop farmers' use of indigenous knowledge on land degradation control practices in Imo State, Nigeria. A multistage sampling procedure was used to select 180 crop farmers for the study. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire and analyzed using mean, percentages, and multiple regression analysis. Crop farmers perceived zero tillage to help in conserving soil texture (x̄=3.52), replanting of deforested areas enables them to maintain vegetative cover (x̄=3.45), use of organic manure to improve soil's organic matter contents (x̄=3.42) and controlling both water and wind erosions by making ridges (x̄=3.30) and rainwater harvesting (x̄=3.10) as highly effective in controlling soil degradation. Age, marital status, educational level, household size, monthly income, membership of association, extension contact and farm size) They significantly influenced their perceived effectiveness of using indigenous knowledge on land degradation control. The major constraints faced by crop farmers were inadequate funds to practice land degradation control practices (99.44%) and limited availability of farmland (98.31%), poor extension contact (86.44%), poor knowledge and education of land degradation control processes (86.44%), poor government support (81.92%) and poor access to information (75.14%). The study concludes that crop farmers experienced soil degradation and were practicing indigenous land degradation, although some factors constrained them. Therefore, crop farmers should come together to transform their indigenous knowledge and control practices, thereby discussing and looking for the best way to tackle their peculiar land degradation challenges.","PeriodicalId":363531,"journal":{"name":"African Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities Research","volume":"4 2","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-07-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141647935","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Intergroup Conflict and Turnover Intention among Lecturers in Public Universities in Anambra State","authors":"Udeogu A. C., Onyeizugbe C. U.","doi":"10.52589/ajsshr-nfcuv90z","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.52589/ajsshr-nfcuv90z","url":null,"abstract":"Intergroup conflict has caused many employees to leave their jobs with ranging consequences on organizations’ operations. Based on this, the study examines the relationship that exists between intergroup conflict and turnover intention in Anambra State Universities, using Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka (UNIZIK) and Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University (COOU) as case studies. The Krejcie and Morgan formula was used to determine the sample size of 344. The data was analyzed using a simple regression model, while ANOVA was used to test the hypothesis. The results showed that in Anambra State’s public universities, intergroup conflict and turnover intention have a statistically significant and positive association. Thus, the analysis suggests that the Federal Government should always honor agreements made with Academic unions in order to forestall future occurrences of industrial action.","PeriodicalId":363531,"journal":{"name":"African Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities Research","volume":"78 6","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-07-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141664699","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"The Awareness and Proficiency of Tutors in using Software Programmes for Music Education at Methodist College of Education, Akim Oda","authors":"Matilda Q., Stephen N. A., John F. A., Godfred S., Daniel D. M., Stella R. A.","doi":"10.52589/ajsshr-p2ji9v7a","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.52589/ajsshr-p2ji9v7a","url":null,"abstract":"The establishment of an ultra-modern ICT laboratory at the Methodist College of Education, Akim Oda has propelled the need to introduce music students to computer and software programmes in music education. However, to make recommendations for the realization of this vision, this study considered the awareness and proficiency of the tutors in computer and software programmes in music education. This descriptive study described the views of music tutors about their awareness and proficiency in computer and software programmes. The results from this study disclosed that three out of the four music tutors at the Methodist College of Education, Akim Oda are strongly aware of computer software programmes for music education and are proficient in Finale and Perfect Ear software programmes. The study recommended that the college should organise workshops for the music tutors to be trained in software programmes for music creation and education, such as EarMaster, Auralia, Piano Teacher.","PeriodicalId":363531,"journal":{"name":"African Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities Research","volume":"15 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-07-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141682446","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Police Brutality and Endsars Protests in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria","authors":"Esara U. V., Mfon E. A., Walter O. O.","doi":"10.52589/ajsshr-reh6c8zm","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.52589/ajsshr-reh6c8zm","url":null,"abstract":"This study seeks to unravel the atrocities of the Nigeria Police Force on innocent Nigerians which led to a nationwide violent protest known as EndSARS. Survey research method was employed for this study and respondents were selected using multiple sampling techniques which include purposive, snowball and simple random sampling techniques. Primary data were collected through interview and participant observation, while secondary data were collected from extant literature. The study applied the Retributive Theory of Justice in order to explain the concept and empirical studies reviewed from other studies for conclusion and recommendations. The findings from the study showed that innocent Nigerians were killed and maimed by men of the Nigeria Police Force at any slightest provocation, without being punished by the law. The study recommends (amongst others) that the government should always ensure that erring police officers are punished to serve as a deterrent in order to reduce the menace of police brutality in Akwa Ibom State and Nigeria in general.","PeriodicalId":363531,"journal":{"name":"African Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities Research","volume":"55 5","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141702281","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Assessment of Digital Campaign Strategies Adopted by Presidential Candidates in the 2023 Nigerian Elections","authors":"Bassey A. U., Kente J. S., Akpede K. S.","doi":"10.52589/ajsshr-dgt88aj9","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.52589/ajsshr-dgt88aj9","url":null,"abstract":"The ascendancy of digital technologies has revolutionised political communication strategies, with presidential contenders increasingly exploiting online platforms to interact with electorates. This investigation aims to evaluate the efficacy and implications of digital campaign strategies adopted by presidential candidates during the 2023 Nigerian Elections. Using survey research methodology, with questionnaires as the primary data collection instrument, this inquiry endeavours to evaluate the impact of social media campaigns on voter perceptions, engagement, and ultimately, electoral behaviour. Drawing on Agenda Setting, Uses and Gratification, and Conspiracy Theories, the study identifies Facebook, Twitter, and WhatsApp as the preferred social media platforms among respondents for receiving political communications. Findings suggest that social media notably influenced respondents' preferences for candidates during the 2023 presidential election, augmenting the popularity of Tinubu, Obi, and Atiku. The research emphasises that social media content pertaining to these candidates directly shaped respondents' voting choices. Moreover, the research affirms that social media usage profoundly influences election campaigns in Nigeria, advocating, among other measures, for Nigerian political stakeholders to persist in using social media to engage with electorates","PeriodicalId":363531,"journal":{"name":"African Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities Research","volume":"4 3","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-06-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141335080","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Reception of the Audience of Followers of “Evening Image Content Friday” on the Instagram Account @Rvanxjro","authors":"Fitri D. R., Sangga A. W., Nawiroh V.","doi":"10.52589/ajsshr-wd17rwuz","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.52589/ajsshr-wd17rwuz","url":null,"abstract":"Instagram has become a social media with various types of content and a large number of followers. The Rvan X Jro account is an account that has mystical content posts and has a message to the audience not to be afraid of supernatural beings. The author wants to analyze the audience's meaning of the message contained in the content of \"Friday Night\" using reception analysis. There were 45 statements with 25 dominants, 16 negotiations and 4 oppositions. From these results, the dominant meaning became the most preferred choice because it was more accepted by the informants. They probably felt they were starting to understand that humans always live side by side with supernatural beings and can respect each other for supernatural beings around the informants.","PeriodicalId":363531,"journal":{"name":"African Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities Research","volume":"41 9","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-06-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141344417","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"The Influence of Emotional Intelligence Variables (Self-Awareness, Self-Regulation and Self-Motivation) on the Academic Adjustment of Fresh Students of Nigerian Universities: A Case of Imo State University","authors":"Chijioke E. Ohuakanwa","doi":"10.52589/ajsshr-pixzw4da","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.52589/ajsshr-pixzw4da","url":null,"abstract":"This study investigated the extent to which the possession of certain basic emotional intelligence elements or potentials, such as self-awareness, self-regulation and self-motivation, enhance fresh Nigerian university students’ academic adjustment with a case study of Imo State University, Owerri year one students. The study adopted a correlation design. Four research questions were posed and four hypotheses were tested at 0.05 level of significance. The study population was all 2021/2022 academic session students, males and females of the Imo State University. The study sample size was 400 students of 2021/2022 academic session, males and females, drawn from four faculties of Imo State University, using stratified and proportionate sampling techniques. The instrument for data collection was a researcher constructed 4-point rating scale titled, “Emotional Intelligence Variables of Fresh Nigerian Students’ Academic Adjustment Scale” (EIVFNUSAAS), with Cronbach r =0.78. Data were analysed using 2-tailed Pearson t-test to answer the research questions while multiple regression statistics was used to test the hypotheses. Findings revealed strong positive relationships among variables as all the null hypotheses were significant. The results revealed self-awareness, self-regulation and self-motivation as basic elements of emotional intelligence which together go a long way to enhance academic adjustment of first year undergraduates. The results further indicated that self-awareness and self-motivation enhance, to a larger extent, academic adjustment as well as self-regulation. On the basis of the results, certain recommendations were made.","PeriodicalId":363531,"journal":{"name":"African Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities Research","volume":"8 8","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-06-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141340773","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Stakeholder Engagement: Issues to Resolve for Sustainable Performance of Sugar Mills in Western Region, Kenya","authors":"Thomas W. W., Stephen M. M.","doi":"10.52589/ajsshr-v2vkatca","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.52589/ajsshr-v2vkatca","url":null,"abstract":"The Kenyan sugar industry suffers from poor performance linked to corruption, mismanagement, reduced cane production, overreliance on imports and growing long maturing cane variety. These problems can be resolved by engagement of different stakeholders. This article is on stakeholder engagement and effect on sustainable performance in the sugar mills in western Kenya. The paper adopted the stakeholder theory, balanced scorecard model and human relations theory of management, as its theoretical framework. The descriptive research design was employed. The respondents included managers in the sugar mills, the permanently employed staff, government officials handling the industry in the region and representatives of cane farmers from the farmer blocs. Simple and stratified sampling technique was used and respondents filled the structured questionnaire from which descriptive, regression and correlation analyses were conducted. The findings revealed that respondents agreed that stakeholder relationship management increased sustainable performance of sugar mills. The correlation analysis results showed that stakeholder communication at (r =0.852), capacity building (r =0.551), stakeholder relationship management (r =0.742) and stakeholder control processes (r =0.641) were all closely associated with the dependent variable on sustainable performance. From the regression analysis, the results showed that 70.9% of change in sustainable performance in the sugar mills was influenced by stakeholder engagement. The beta coefficient results indicate that the four means of stakeholder engagement influenced performance of the sugar mills. The study concluded that aspects of stakeholder engagement improved performance as measured in terms of high-quality products, profit margin, sales volume and increased market share. It is recommended that the government as a key stakeholder of the sector should have policies to ban sugar free imports, enhance competencies of stakeholders through training, research on best cane variety and engage stakeholders to monitor and control activities in reducing corruption, mismanagement and misappropriation of resources. Engagement of stakeholders is important when seeking to grow and establish the industry.","PeriodicalId":363531,"journal":{"name":"African Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities Research","volume":"43 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-06-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141347894","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Proposed Integrated Solid Waste Recycling Model in Namibia","authors":"Tandiwe Mutede","doi":"10.52589/ajsshr-bnbo88cv","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.52589/ajsshr-bnbo88cv","url":null,"abstract":"This article presents a proposed recycling model in Namibia as a way of enhancing solid waste recycling. Scrap metal, plastic, paper, glass, electronic waste, and aluminium cans are recycled materials in Namibia. Face to face interviews, document evidence and site observations were used to qualitatively establish an understanding of recycling practices in the country. Despite its potential, a national study on solid waste recycling as an emerging industry in Namibia conducted in 2019 concluded that recycling of solid waste in the country was low and limited to major cities of Windhoek, Swakopmund and Walvis Bay. Efforts such as Clear Bag System, Schools Recycling Competitions and Awareness Campaigns were ongoing at the time of study to promote more recycling. Recycling was found to be plagued with a number of challenges, thus struggling to achieve intended goals of raw material production as well as addressing waste management problems that the country faced. Behind this backdrop, a proposed Integrated Recycling Model for Namibia was developed which would assist, if implemented, with the resolution of some of the challenges that were identified.","PeriodicalId":363531,"journal":{"name":"African Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities Research","volume":" 6","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-06-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141372235","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}