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Research Article

Stock Price Reaction to the Announcement of Fuel Subsidy Removal in Nigeria

Mohammed Aminu Bello^*

On the 11th of May, 2016 the federal government of Nigeria announced the removal of fuel subsidy which generated a lot of arguments and several reactions in the midst of observers and market analysts as to the likely consequences of such an action to the Nigerian economy on the market value of listed firms in Nigeria. This study aims to empirically investigate the reaction of the stock prices to t...

Apr, 2022 pp. 141-159

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Research Article

Relevance of System Theory to Open and Close Systems in Organisational Management

Aisha Ahmad Ishaq^*, Auwal Kabir Abdullahi

This study explored the system theory and its relevance to open and closed systems in organizational management. The research provided an overview of the system theory, its historical development, and application in modern organizations. The paper analyzed the characteristics of open and closed systems, and discussed the advantages and disadvantages of each system. Additionally, the paper evaluate...

Sep, 2023 pp. 145-163

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Research Article

Women Empowerment through Cooperative Societies and Entrepreneurship in Northwestern Nigeria: A Conceptual Analysis

Kaltume Mohammed Kamselem^*

Empowering women entails outfitting women to be financially autonomous, have positive self-esteem that can confront any challenging situation and take part in development and decision-making activities. This conceptual study is aimed at promoting women empowerment through cooperative societies and entrepreneurship. This study reviewed the existing literature and eventually developed the conceptual...

Nov, 2022 pp. 147-159

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Research Article

Effects Of Islamic Financial Products On The Profitability Of Selected Women Entrepreneurs In Nigeria

Sumayya Adam Ahmad^*, Ganiyat a. Adesina-Uthman

Despite the growing importance of Islamic finance and women's entrepreneurship in developing economies, there is limited empirical evidence on how Sharia-compliant financial products impact the profitability of women-led businesses. This research addresses this gap by employing a Tobit regression analysis on data collected from 357 women entrepreneurs across five Nigerian states. The findings reve...

Oct, 2024 pp. 154-169

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Research Article

THE CASH FLOW CONUNDRUM: EXPLOITING THE IMPACTS OF DELAYING ACCOUNTS PAYABLE ON SMES' FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE IN THE POST COVID-19 PANDEMIC

Salmanulfarisi Abdulrahaman^*, Abubakar Mukhtar Yakasai

The COVID-19 pandemic significantly disrupted global business operations, and Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) appeared among those that were seriously affected. Efforts to contain the virus, such as market closure and company shutdowns, led to drastic falls in revenue generation, thus weakening SMEs’ working positions. Similarly, institutional credit lenders faced liquidity constraints that li...

Dec, 2025 pp. 157-181

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Research Article

Exchange Rate and Price Volatility in Nigeria: Implications on Macroeconomic Stability

Musa Samuel Olayinka^*, Ugoji Chinyelu Nwakaego, Nwolisa Chinyere Ugonwa

This research centered on exchange rate and price volatility in Nigeria. Exchange rate and price volatility are becoming serious concern in the Nigerian economy because of their rapid changes and high volatile trend leading to macroeconomic instability. We aimed to empirically investigate volatility of exchange rate and general price level in Nigeria and their effects on macroeconomic stability. T...

Nov, 2022 pp. 160-180

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Research Article

Dividend Policy and Share Price Reaction of Deposit Money Banks in Nigeria: A Post Global Financial Crises Review

Nurudeen Oyairekhua Aileobini^*, Bala Ado K/Mata, Muhammad Yadudu

This paper examined the effect of Dividend Policy on the Market Price of Shares of Deposit Money Banks in Nigeria. The sample consists of a balanced panel data of 13 Deposit Money Banks listed on the Nigerian Stock Exchange as at 2019. The study utilized Econometrics Regression model to test the effect of Dividend Policy on Market Price of Shares of Deposit Money Banks in Nigeria. The result shows...

Apr, 2022 pp. 160-170

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CENTRALIZED STRUCTURE AND PERFORMANCE OF SMALL AND MEDIUM ENTERPRISES IN NIGERIA; MODERATING ROLE OF SHARED VISION

Blessing Ojochogwu Shaibu^*, Akuraun Shadrach Iyortsuun, Martina Igash

Centralized structures are often linked with poor performance in literature and SMEs by their basic characteristics such as size, nature and mode of operation maintain centralized structures. Basing the study on the assumptions of contingency organizational structure theory, this study sought to examine if the centralized structures of SMEs have a significant effect on their performance and if sha...

Jun, 2026 pp. 162-176

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Research Article

Moderating Effect of Interest Rate on the Relationship between Investment Decision and Financial Performance of Listed Consumer Good Firms’ in Nigeria

Jibril Ramalan^*, Mukhtar Shehu Aliyu, Rubina Jabeen

The study examines the moderating effect of interest rate on the relationship between investment decision and financial performance of listed consumer goods companies in Nigeria. The data were extracted from the annual reports and accounts of the companies for a period of 14 years (2009-2022). Panel data was used and ex-post factor research design was employed. The inferential statistics were used...

Oct, 2024 pp. 164-183

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Moderating Effect of Interest Rate on the Relationship between Investment Decision and Financial Performance of Listed Consumer Good Firms’ in Nigeria

Jibril Ramalan^*, Mukhtar Shehu Aliyu, Rubina Jabeen

The study examines the moderating effect of interest rate on the relationship between investment decision and financial performance of listed consumer goods companies in Nigeria. The data were extracted from the annual reports and accounts of the companies for a period of 14 years (2009-2022). Panel data was used and ex-post factor research design was employed. The inferential statistics were used...

Nov, 2023 pp. 164-183