FEDERALISM AND NATION-BUILDING IN NIGERIA: CONTEMPORARY CHALLENGES AND PROSPECTS

 
 This research is basically designed to ascertain and analyze the various problems of federalism and Nation-building in Nigeria. This work will adopt the use of secondary source of data as the main method of data collection. Certain literature, which seem to be relevant to the study were consulted and reviewed adequately. To ensure reliability, some hypotheses were posited and there are first, the problems facing Nigeria federalism and nation-building. Another is the nature of prolonged military rule in Nigeria. Finally, appropriate measures for nation-building to empower federal structure in the future. It is clear that any nation which is not united or nationally build through fiscal federal system or federalism  will not achieve  any  good  set objectives that  will be based  on common of its citizenry. So the issue of this study is to identify and solve those problems  that  hinders  nation-building  through  the  introduction  of  fiscal federalism in Nigeria. The hypotheses were validated. With those problems of federalism and nation-building still hanging on, a very precarious situation and this nation will definitely destroy its citizenry and keep them disintegrated and thereby  defeating  the  rationale  behind  the  adoption  of  fiscal  federalism  in Nigeria.

EVALUATION OF VALUE FOR MONEY AUDIT, AS A TOOL FOR FRAUD CONTROL IN THE PUBLIC SECTOR (A STUDY OF POWER HOLDING COMPANY OF NIGERIA

The  scope  of  governmental  auditing  has  been  widened  over  the  year  by  the demand for independent verification of information to the extent that it can no longer be limited to the audit of financial operations, but value for money audit which ensures that the activities and programs are carried out at low cost and high standard. Lack of commitment in cost efficiency to the overall achievement of goals by the managers in the public sector brought the need of this research work titled “Evaluation of value for money audit as tool for fraud control in the public sector”. The aim was to ascertain whether government auditing achieves the purposes for which programs are authorizes and funds released economically and  efficiently  in  accordance  with  applicable  law  and  regulations.

 A  survey research design was adopted for the study with sample size of 100 respondents randomly  sample  and  stratified  from  Audit  and  finance  department  of  PHCN (Abuja).  Three  hypotheses  were  tested  at  5%  level  of  significance  using  the analysis of variance (ANOVA) statistics. it was found that value for money audit play a vital role in promoting the effectiveness and efficiency of activities in the public sector the researcher recommend that  government should support the implementation of policies formulated to enhance value for money audit in the public sector.

FEDERALISM AND NATION-BUILDING IN NIGERIA: CONTEMPORARY CHALLENGES AND PROSPECTS

This research is basically designed to ascertain and analyze the various problems of federalism and Nation-building in Nigeria. This work will adopt the use of secondary source of data as the main method of data collection. Certain literature, which seem to be relevant to the study were consulted and reviewed adequately. To ensure reliability, some hypotheses were posited and there are first, the problems facing Nigeria federalism and nation-building. Another is the nature of prolonged military rule in Nigeria.

Finally, appropriate measures for nation-building to empower federal structure in the future. It is clear that any nation which is not united or nationally build through fiscal federal system or federalism  will not achieve  any  good  set objectives that  will be based  on common of its citizenry. So the issue of this study is to identify and solve those problems  that  hinders  nation-building  through  the  introduction  of  fiscal federalism in Nigeria. The hypotheses were validated. With those problems of federalism and nation-building still hanging on, a very precarious situation and this nation will definitely destroy its citizenry and keep them disintegrated and thereby  defeating  the  rationale  behind  the  adoption  of  fiscal  federalism  in Nigeria.

EVALUATION OF FRAUD CONTROL MEASURES IN THE NIGERIAN BANKING SECTOR

The purpose of this topic evaluation of fraud control measures in Nigerian banking sector [a case study of central bank of Nigeria, Kaduna branch] is to aimed at finding practical means of eliminating, reducing the incidence of fraud in our banking industries and researcher used both primary and secondary source. Questionnaire and order interview were administered on a population of 350 person made up of both staff of central bank and management, the findings derives from respondents indicate that poor internet system not greed is the main cause of fraud in the  Nigerian banking and recommendation and solution of fraud is a means of segregation of duties, were officer that past entry should not be responsible for  checking with compulsory annual holiday for all member of the staffs and organization procedure, development of a good organization structure and career opportunity for staff so as to have dedicated loyal staff and contented with force and good training programme is important for staff at all levels.

EFFECT OF STRUCTURAL ADJUSTMENT PROGRAMMME ON ACCOUNTING PRINCIPLES.

Before  the  “Structural  Adjustment  Programme  (SAP)”  can  be  clearly defined, one must have a better understanding of the situation into which it was introduced. At the conclusion of a Debate/Symposium on “Devaluation” held in 1982 at the Institute of International Affairs, the consensus emerged that the economic problem of Nigeria was structural. 
The intention of SAP is to adjust the structure of the Nigerian economy, but what is the structure of the economy and why does it need adjustment?

The relevant dictionary meaning of the word “structure” is “the arrangement or interrelation of all part of a whole”.
At the summary of overall economic level which the economist call “The macro level”, the structure f the economy is its composition as seen through the  shares  or  proportion  of  the  various  component  parts  or  economic aggregated, in the total sum of goods and services produced in a period usually a year. 
Therefore, the structure of the economy is shown by the shares of the various economic sectors in the Gross Domestic Product (GDP).

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PZ Cussons Nigeria Plc is part of a multinational consumer goods business, PZ Cussons Plc. We manufacture and distribute some of the best loved brands in Nigeria, from Imperial Leather to Cussons Baby, Morning Fresh to Thermocool and Robb. We operate in five core categories – personal care, beauty, home care, food and nutrition and electricals. Worldwide PZ Cussons Group employs over 5000 people across Africa, Europe, Asia, and North America

PZ Cussons is an Entrepreneurial, International Company that is focused on enhancing the lives of consumers in selected markets through quality, value and innovation.

Our Graduate Trainee Scheme seeks to provide a thorough induction into various aspects of our business, equipping our prospective employees with the requisite skills needed to advance their career and development. Over the course of several months, successful candidates will be provided with the required professional, analytical and social skills to assume a position in the organization.

Job Title: Graduate Trainee - Finance, Marketing, Sales and Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical and Electrical)

Location: Nationwide

JOB REQUIREMENTS

MIN REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

0 year(s)

MIN QUALIFICATION:

Bachelor's Degree/HND

DESIRED COURSES:

Not Specified

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Qualification

• B.A/B.Sc/B.Ed/M.Sc/M.A (2.2 minimum)
• Candidate must not be more than 28 years as at the time of applying
• Must have completed NYSC by March 2017

Competencies

• A self-starter with the ability to work in a dynamic environment
• Ability to work with basic computer applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc)
• Geographical mobility within Nigeria
• Strong Initiative and drive
• Strong analytical skill
• The scheme offers good career opportunities and competitive remuneration and benefits.

A CANDO attitude, exhibiting our core values COURAGE, ACCOUNTABILITY, NETWORKING, DRIVE and ONENESS

Send your CV (MS Word format) to recruitmentNG@pzcussons.com

Subject: Graduate Trainee Scheme and applicants’ current location (e.g Graduate Trainee Scheme Finance/Yobe)

Note:

Only successful candidates would be contacted.

Closing date: 21st February 2017