Advances in Social Sciences and Management

Social Interactions Among Ethnic Identities in Nigeria: Implication for Peaceful Co-Existence

Chinyere Iheoma Erondu — 2024-12-16

The nature of social connections among the several ethnic groups of Nigeria and their consequences for peaceful coexistence are examined in this work. The study looks at patterns of inter-ethnic relations. It points out important obstacles including horizontal disparities, political manipulation, and religious differences using secondary data from academic literature, policy documents, and institutional reports. The results show that although metropolitan areas show more intergroup cooperation via shared economic venues and inter-ethnic marriages, rural areas have ongoing difficulties stemming from historical grudges and socioeconomic inequalities. The paper emphasises how grassroots projects, participatory government, and peace education could help to promote unity. Suggestions are given to solve structural inequalities and foster trust-building across ethnic boundaries, therefore helping Nigeria's plural society to be in lasting peace.

Leadership as a Driver of Employee Motivation: An Empirical Analysis in Organizational Settings

Amândio Pereira Baía — 2024-12-16

This study examines the relationship between autocratic, bureaucratic, transformational, and transactional leadership styles to determine their influence on motivational outcomes within organizational settings. It was conducted at a municipality and employed a quantitative method by a structured questionnaire to collect the data. Overall, the study highlights the critical role of leadership styles in shaping employee motivation and underscores the superiority of bureaucratic and transformational leadership in promoting a motivated workforce. Furthermore, older employees, married, those with permanent contracts, lower occupational categories, individuals with lower educational qualifications, and those with longer tenure tend to report higher levels of job motivation.

The Participation of Women in African Union Mission (Amisom) in Dhobley Somalia Between 2013 and 2023

Nasieku Barasa Alex — 2024-12-21

A study on the mandate of deployed women in AMISOM in Dhobley Somalia from the year 2013 to 2023 sought to among others establish the unique roles and strategies women employ within the AMISOM mission. The research employed a descriptive survey design blending qualitative and quantitative data collection methods. A diverse set of stakeholders, including military personnel, policymakers, and representatives from international organizations affiliated with AMISOM were engaged in the study. Key informant interviews and questionnaires were used to collect data. The study established that while there was widespread involvement of women in AMISOM activities and initiatives, there are areas which require improvement. These include enhancing women visibility, addressing barriers to their access to leadership opportunities, promoting institutional support for gender equality, provision of adequate support and resources for women-led initiatives, and mainstreaming gender in mission policies and practices. This paper is a detailed presentation of the study findings specifically on participation and contribution of women to AMISOM in Dhobley Somalia during the years 2013 to 2023.