FULOKOJA Faculty of Social Sciences Calls for Papers for Inaugural National Conference

The Faculty of Social Sciences at Federal University Lokoja (FUL) is set to host its inaugural national conference from September 9th to 12th, 2024, focusing on the theme "Governance and Socio-Economic Challenges: Implications on Citizens’ Welfare in Nigeria." The conference will address critical issues such as poverty, unemployment, and the impact of poor governance on citizens’ well-being, inviting researchers to submit well-researched papers on a variety of related sub-themes.

Concept Note:  

Nigeria faces a multitude of governance and socio-economic challenges that significantly impact its development and citizens’ welfare. The nation struggles with high poverty and unemployment rates, skyrocketing inflation, and a rising cost of living. Many Nigerians lack access to safe drinking water and sanitation, and insecurity and food crises are widespread. Climate change and conflict disproportionately affect the poor, exacerbated by poor leadership and governance. The decline in state capacity and the failure of leaders to address systemic risks are major challenges.

Sub-Themes:  

1. Conceptual and Theoretical Issues  

2. Governance and Human Security in Nigeria  

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3. Governance and Resource Conflict in Nigeria  

4. Governance and Social Protection  

5. Governance and Social Welfare Maximization in Nigeria  

6. Governance, Public Goods, and Socio-Economic Outcomes  

7. Governance, Industrial Development, and Welfare Questions  

8. Governance, Human Capital Development, and Socio-Economic Challenges  

9. Economic Hardship and Popular Uprising in Nigeria  

10. Economic Hardship and Domestic Violence  

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11. Poverty and Migration  

12. Poverty and Horizontal Inequalities in Nigeria  

13. Inclusive Governance and Equal Opportunities for Women in Nigeria  

14. Pervasive Corruption and Sustainable Development in Nigeria  

15. Climate Change and Food Security  

16. Media and Sustainable Development in Nigeria  

17. The Media and Agenda-Setting in Nigeria  

18. Youth Bulge and Youth Unemployment  

19. Analysis of Long-Term Economic Challenges in Nigeria  

20. Subsidy Removal on Petroleum Products and Transportation Challenges in Nigeria  

Call for Papers:  

The Faculty of Social Sciences, Federal University Lokoja, invites well-researched papers and submissions on the above or related sub-themes for their maiden national conference. Interested participants are to send abstracts of not more than 250 words to the provided contact points.

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Submission and Contact Information:  

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