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{"title":"Judicial Interpretations, Findings and Pronouncements of the Nigerian Apex Court: A Review of Mohammed Vs Frn","authors":"Moses Ediru","doi":"10.24940/theijhss/2023/v11/i11/hs2311-022","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.24940/theijhss/2023/v11/i11/hs2311-022","url":null,"abstract":"Purpose: The objective of this review was to challenge the apex court's decision, encompassing its findings, judicial interpretations, and pronouncements (DFIP). A notable issue arises from the discovery that the National Assembly (NA) mistakenly granted 'exclusive' criminal jurisdiction to the Federal High Court (FHC) regarding Indian hemp offenses. Consequently, this study critically examined the DFIP in depth. \u0000Methodology: This work adopts the doctrinal method of research, which involves the use of primary and secondary sources of law. This study relied on key primary sources, including the constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Acts of the National Assembly, case laws, and Decrees. Supplementary information was derived from secondary sources such as books and articles. This review extensively employed primary and secondary legal sources, focusing on statutory interpretation rules, the hierarchy of norms, particularly in relation to the principle of inconsistency, and the unalterable nature of jurisdiction prescribed by the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (CFRN). These criteria were systematically applied to evaluate the Decision, Findings, Interpretations, and Pronouncements (DFIP) of the apex court. \u0000Findings: The apex court's determination that Section 8 of the Indian Hemp Act (IHA) was implicitly repealed by Section 26 of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) Act is inaccurate. Similarly, the assertion that the National Assembly (NA) granted 'exclusive' criminal jurisdiction to the Federal High Court (FHC) is flawed, as Section 251(3) of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (CFRN) actually confers concurrent criminal jurisdiction on the FHC. \u0000The finding of the apex court that Magistrate Courts (MC), being a creation of state legislation, cannot try Indian hemp offences is erroneous. The apex court's assertion that Indian hemp is both a 'drug' and a 'narcotic drug' is refuted as erroneous in the course of this review. \u0000Recommendations: Statutory intervention in the manner of amendment of Sections 251(1)(s) and 251(3) is required if the decision of the apex court is to represent the position of the law in Nigeria.","PeriodicalId":505851,"journal":{"name":"The International Journal of Humanities & Social Studies","volume":"2 4","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139800408","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":"Effect of Classroom Learning Environment on Students’ Academic Performance of Mathematics Subject in Public Day Schools in Rwanda: A Case of Musanze District, Rwanda","authors":"Emmanuel Byiringiro","doi":"10.24940/theijhss/2023/v11/i11/hs2311-013","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.24940/theijhss/2023/v11/i11/hs2311-013","url":null,"abstract":"This study aimed to determine the effect of classroom learning environment on students' academic performance in Mathematics subject in public day Schools in Rwanda: A case of Musanze district. The study has a correlational research design, with both quantitative and qualitative research. The target population of the study consisted of education officers in the area, including students, teachers and school headmasters. Therefore, the total number of population was 1,600. A sample size of 320 respondents was selected using random sampling techniques. Quantitative data were analyzed using descriptive statistics. Qualitative data were analyzed using content analysis. Data analysis was supported by Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) version 21. Pearson correlation analysis showed that the classroom learning environment (r=0.714, p=0.000) was positively and significantly correlated with students' academic performance. This correlation was also statistically significant as the p-value was less than 5%. In conclusion, the study provided recommendations to improve students' academic performance. The study recommends that the management of schools should frequently visit classrooms to assess participation, involvement, and understanding of the students and offer support to those teachers who lack the competencies required to improve the learning situation and environment in mathematics classrooms due to the size of the class.","PeriodicalId":505851,"journal":{"name":"The International Journal of Humanities & Social Studies","volume":"186 4","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139861632","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":"Who is My Neighbour?: Law and Religion","authors":"Martin Onukwuba, Paul Obo Idornigie, I.P. Ekpe, Pilani Michael Paul","doi":"10.24940/theijhss/2023/v11/i11/hs2311-017","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.24940/theijhss/2023/v11/i11/hs2311-017","url":null,"abstract":"The relationship between law and religion has a complex history. This article explores their convergence, divergence, and interdependence, focusing on the law of torts and religious principles. Specifically, the study examines negligence, which involves breaching a duty of care and causing harm. A key question arises: Who should be taken care of? This intersection between law and religion revolves around the concept of a \"neighbour.\" The research employs a purely doctrinal methodology. Findings reveal that religious texts emphasize love, compassion and proximity in defining a neighbour, while the legal perspective emphasizes proximity, foreseeability, and reasonableness, disregarding love and compassion. Ultimately, the article concludes that law and religion demonstrate both convergence and divergence. Even in secular states, contemporary legal traditions still maintain theological roots and practices. Thus, theology continues to influence legal frameworks, highlighting the enduring interdependence between law and religion.","PeriodicalId":505851,"journal":{"name":"The International Journal of Humanities & Social Studies","volume":"41 11","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139862036","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":"Effect of Classroom Learning Environment on Students’ Academic Performance of Mathematics Subject in Public Day Schools in Rwanda: A Case of Musanze District, Rwanda","authors":"Emmanuel Byiringiro","doi":"10.24940/theijhss/2023/v11/i11/hs2311-013","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.24940/theijhss/2023/v11/i11/hs2311-013","url":null,"abstract":"This study aimed to determine the effect of classroom learning environment on students' academic performance in Mathematics subject in public day Schools in Rwanda: A case of Musanze district. The study has a correlational research design, with both quantitative and qualitative research. The target population of the study consisted of education officers in the area, including students, teachers and school headmasters. Therefore, the total number of population was 1,600. A sample size of 320 respondents was selected using random sampling techniques. Quantitative data were analyzed using descriptive statistics. Qualitative data were analyzed using content analysis. Data analysis was supported by Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) version 21. Pearson correlation analysis showed that the classroom learning environment (r=0.714, p=0.000) was positively and significantly correlated with students' academic performance. This correlation was also statistically significant as the p-value was less than 5%. In conclusion, the study provided recommendations to improve students' academic performance. The study recommends that the management of schools should frequently visit classrooms to assess participation, involvement, and understanding of the students and offer support to those teachers who lack the competencies required to improve the learning situation and environment in mathematics classrooms due to the size of the class.","PeriodicalId":505851,"journal":{"name":"The International Journal of Humanities & Social Studies","volume":"19 76","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139801454","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":"Who is My Neighbour?: Law and Religion","authors":"Martin Onukwuba, Paul Obo Idornigie, I.P. Ekpe, Pilani Michael Paul","doi":"10.24940/theijhss/2023/v11/i11/hs2311-017","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.24940/theijhss/2023/v11/i11/hs2311-017","url":null,"abstract":"The relationship between law and religion has a complex history. This article explores their convergence, divergence, and interdependence, focusing on the law of torts and religious principles. Specifically, the study examines negligence, which involves breaching a duty of care and causing harm. A key question arises: Who should be taken care of? This intersection between law and religion revolves around the concept of a \"neighbour.\" The research employs a purely doctrinal methodology. Findings reveal that religious texts emphasize love, compassion and proximity in defining a neighbour, while the legal perspective emphasizes proximity, foreseeability, and reasonableness, disregarding love and compassion. Ultimately, the article concludes that law and religion demonstrate both convergence and divergence. Even in secular states, contemporary legal traditions still maintain theological roots and practices. Thus, theology continues to influence legal frameworks, highlighting the enduring interdependence between law and religion.","PeriodicalId":505851,"journal":{"name":"The International Journal of Humanities & Social Studies","volume":"69 9","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139802394","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 Role of International Efforts in Combating Cybercrimes","authors":"Hamzah Suleiman Aldoghmi","doi":"10.24940/theijhss/2023/v11/i11/hs2311-019","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.24940/theijhss/2023/v11/i11/hs2311-019","url":null,"abstract":"Cybercrimes have become a modern type of crime pattern. They are characterised by the fact that they transcend the borders of states. This led to the direction of the international community to cooperate to confront cybercrimes, as they have a great impact on the national security of states. Therefore, states and international organisations have sought to take joint measures to protect individuals, societies and companies from cybercrimes by concluding international and regional agreements. The most important of these agreements is the Budapest Convention on Combating Cybercrime, the latest of which is the Paris Call for Confidence and Security in Cyberspace. The increase in the use of the internet results in an increase in exposure to the risk of cybercrime. Moreover, the increasing involvement of individuals and organised criminal groups with the internet can harm states, individuals and companies. This invites regional and international organisations to play an important role in concluding international agreements that consolidate international efforts in cybersecurity. However, although there are important international steps in combating cybercrimes, this effort faces several challenges. In addition, the implementation of international agreements approved by states in combating cybercrime is still problematic. Cybercrime is a global challenge, and any effective response requires coordination between the public and private sectors, including law enforcement agencies across many international jurisdictions. This paper discusses the role of international efforts in combating cybercrime in terms of international legal instruments and the role of international organisations in this context. The paper also presents the most important challenges facing the enforcement of these efforts to achieve international co-operation in confronting this type of emerging crime. The paper uses descriptive and interpretive approaches with analytical methods. It concludes with several recommendations for ways to improve international efforts in combating cybercrimes, including the establishment of an international system for responsibility sharing among states to combat cybercrimes.","PeriodicalId":505851,"journal":{"name":"The International Journal of Humanities & Social Studies","volume":"76 2","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139859434","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 the Influence of Parenting on the Increase of Students’ Suicidal Tendencies in Selected Public Universities in Kenya","authors":"Boss Onyina, Catherine Kirimi","doi":"10.24940/theijhss/2023/v11/i11/hs2311-007","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.24940/theijhss/2023/v11/i11/hs2311-007","url":null,"abstract":"Suicide is one of the leading causes of death globally, with students being the most affected. Parents and relatives play a crucial role in eradicating suicidal thoughts in students. However, less has been done on how parenting contributes to suicidal tendencies in students, hence this study. A social survey that targeted second-year students in public universities was employed. Five universities were selected using the convenience sampling technique, while the purposive sampling technique was employed to select the respondents. Data were then analyzed using SPSS and Microsoft Excel. Descriptive statistics were calculated, and graphs, charts, and tables were generated. The study reported that many parents interacted well with students, with most variables recording above 70%. On the parental level of involvement in students' lives, fewer parents (<36%) were reported to be involved always. On parental availability, a higher percentage (56%) was recorded to be available in their children's lives only when they become aware of suicidal intentions. Even though parents interact with and are involved well in students' lives, their availability when the students experience suicidal thoughts is wanting, hence an increase in completed suicide. Therefore, a strong association between parents and their children is recommended to monitor and identify earlier any unusual change in the behaviour of the students. This information could be useful to policymakers on how to improve mental health in learning institutions.","PeriodicalId":505851,"journal":{"name":"The International Journal of Humanities &amp; Social Studies","volume":"33 4","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139800191","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":"Financial Support and Employee Performance in Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) in Kenya: Moderating Effect of Top Management Commitment","authors":"Protus Lumiti, Dr. Susan Wekesa, Dr. Mary Omondi, Dr. George O. Orwa","doi":"10.24940/theijhss/2023/v11/i11/hs2310-019","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.24940/theijhss/2023/v11/i11/hs2310-019","url":null,"abstract":"Employee performance is key to the success of organizations in the competitive world. Employee welfare practices, such as employee financial support, must be put in place to improve employee performance, whether in public or private organizations. The main objective of this study was to determine the relationship between employee financial support and employee performance, as well as the moderating effect of the top management commitment in non-governmental organizations in Nairobi County, Kenya. The study used a cross-sectional survey research design. The target population was all the 14,323 employees in NGOs in Nairobi County, Kenya. The sample population was 391 who were stratified as top managers, middle-level managers, and Lower level managers. The sample was selected through the use of purposive, stratified, and simple random sampling procedures. While interviews and questionnaires were used as primary data sources, secondary data was obtained from reviewed journals, books, and articles. The study made use of relevant theories on the subject, including Human Relations Theory, Herzberg's two-factor theory, and Abraham Maslow's theory of the hierarchy of needs. To determine the validity and reliability of the tools, a pilot study was conducted. Version 25 of the Statistical Packages for Social Sciences software was used for data analysis. Frequencies, means, correlations, and multiple linear regression were employed in the analysis, along with inferential and descriptive statistics as diagnostic tests for the tools. Pie charts, graphs, and tables were used to present the study's findings. The research found that there exists a positive and significant relationship between employee financial support and employee performance when moderated by the top management commitment in non-governmental organizations in Nairobi County, Kenya. The research determined that, due to its importance in boosting morale and overall employee performance, the NGOs’ top management should put employee financial support policies in place, factor the financial support in their budget and plans, and enhance communication with the employees. The study recommended further research in other counties using similar variables.","PeriodicalId":505851,"journal":{"name":"The International Journal of Humanities &amp; Social Studies","volume":"396 1-6","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139860174","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":"Judicial Interpretations, Findings and Pronouncements of the Nigerian Apex Court: A Review of Mohammed Vs Frn","authors":"Moses Ediru","doi":"10.24940/theijhss/2023/v11/i11/hs2311-022","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.24940/theijhss/2023/v11/i11/hs2311-022","url":null,"abstract":"Purpose: The objective of this review was to challenge the apex court's decision, encompassing its findings, judicial interpretations, and pronouncements (DFIP). A notable issue arises from the discovery that the National Assembly (NA) mistakenly granted 'exclusive' criminal jurisdiction to the Federal High Court (FHC) regarding Indian hemp offenses. Consequently, this study critically examined the DFIP in depth. \u0000Methodology: This work adopts the doctrinal method of research, which involves the use of primary and secondary sources of law. This study relied on key primary sources, including the constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Acts of the National Assembly, case laws, and Decrees. Supplementary information was derived from secondary sources such as books and articles. This review extensively employed primary and secondary legal sources, focusing on statutory interpretation rules, the hierarchy of norms, particularly in relation to the principle of inconsistency, and the unalterable nature of jurisdiction prescribed by the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (CFRN). These criteria were systematically applied to evaluate the Decision, Findings, Interpretations, and Pronouncements (DFIP) of the apex court. \u0000Findings: The apex court's determination that Section 8 of the Indian Hemp Act (IHA) was implicitly repealed by Section 26 of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) Act is inaccurate. Similarly, the assertion that the National Assembly (NA) granted 'exclusive' criminal jurisdiction to the Federal High Court (FHC) is flawed, as Section 251(3) of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (CFRN) actually confers concurrent criminal jurisdiction on the FHC. \u0000The finding of the apex court that Magistrate Courts (MC), being a creation of state legislation, cannot try Indian hemp offences is erroneous. The apex court's assertion that Indian hemp is both a 'drug' and a 'narcotic drug' is refuted as erroneous in the course of this review. \u0000Recommendations: Statutory intervention in the manner of amendment of Sections 251(1)(s) and 251(3) is required if the decision of the apex court is to represent the position of the law in Nigeria.","PeriodicalId":505851,"journal":{"name":"The International Journal of Humanities &amp; Social Studies","volume":"410 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139860203","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 the Influence of Parenting on the Increase of Students’ Suicidal Tendencies in Selected Public Universities in Kenya","authors":"Boss Onyina, Catherine Kirimi","doi":"10.24940/theijhss/2023/v11/i11/hs2311-007","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.24940/theijhss/2023/v11/i11/hs2311-007","url":null,"abstract":"Suicide is one of the leading causes of death globally, with students being the most affected. Parents and relatives play a crucial role in eradicating suicidal thoughts in students. However, less has been done on how parenting contributes to suicidal tendencies in students, hence this study. A social survey that targeted second-year students in public universities was employed. Five universities were selected using the convenience sampling technique, while the purposive sampling technique was employed to select the respondents. Data were then analyzed using SPSS and Microsoft Excel. Descriptive statistics were calculated, and graphs, charts, and tables were generated. The study reported that many parents interacted well with students, with most variables recording above 70%. On the parental level of involvement in students' lives, fewer parents (<36%) were reported to be involved always. On parental availability, a higher percentage (56%) was recorded to be available in their children's lives only when they become aware of suicidal intentions. Even though parents interact with and are involved well in students' lives, their availability when the students experience suicidal thoughts is wanting, hence an increase in completed suicide. Therefore, a strong association between parents and their children is recommended to monitor and identify earlier any unusual change in the behaviour of the students. This information could be useful to policymakers on how to improve mental health in learning institutions.","PeriodicalId":505851,"journal":{"name":"The International Journal of Humanities &amp; Social Studies","volume":"1 5344 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139859870","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}