Browsing by Author "Abdur-Rafiu, J."

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    Arabic and Islamic Studies Curriculum and Job Prospects: An examination of the Diploma Programme of DarulKitab wa Sunnah, Ilorin.
    (Centre for Ilorin Studies, University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria., 2015) Imam, Y.O.; Shittu, A.D.; Abdur-Rafiu, J.
    The study assessed the curriculum of Diploma programme of Darul kitab was-sunah Arabic school, Ilorin. It concentrated on the capability of the curriculum in equipping the products with employability skills. It was found that the curriculum was weak in the area of inclusion of courses like computer studies and entrepreneurial skills and as such, it was recommended that such important courses be included in the curriculum so as to promote job prospects of the graduates of the school.
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    Assessment of Teacher's Knowledge of Computer Software for Teaching Islamic Studies in Senior Secondary Schools in Kwara State, Nigeria.
    (Faculty of Tarbiyah and Teacher Training Ar-Raniry State Islamic University Banda Aceh, Indonesia., 2024) Owoyale,-Abdulganiy; Abdur-Rafiu, J.; Abdulrazaq, A.
    The study examined availability and accessibility of computer software in teaching of Arabic in Secondary Schools in Kwara State. To examine the accessibility of computer software for teaching Islamic Studies in Senior Secondary Schools in Kwara state. Two research questions and two research hypotheses were formulated and tested at 0.05 level of significance. This study adopted a descriptive survey research design. The target population was 360 Islamic Studies Teachers in 50 Senior Secondary Schools. The sample was 186 Islamic studies Teachers in Senior Secondary schools purposively selected for the study. The researcher’s self-designed instrument titled “Accessibility and Utilisation of the Computer Software Questionnaire (AUCSQ) was used to collect data from the respondents. The reliability coefficient of the AUCSQ was 0.86. Frequency and Percentage were used to present the demographic information of the respondents and to answer the research questions while the Pearson Product Moment Correlation Coefficient was used to test hypotheses. The study revealed a significant correlation between the availability of computer software and the teaching of Islamic Studies in Senior Secondary Schools in Kwara State. The study found a significant negative correlation between the accessibility of computer software and the teaching of Islamic Studies in Senior Secondary Schools in Kwara State. The study found that the lack of access to computer software negatively impacts the teaching of Islamic studies in secondary schools in Kwara State. It recommended that school management should provide adequate computer software for teachers and that Islamic studies teachers should acquire computer skills for easy access to the software.
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    Awareness and Attitude of Islamiyyah Schools of Inclusive Education in South West, Nigeria
    (Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris, 2024) Yahya, I.,; Olaniyan-Shobowale, A. G. ,; Owoyale,-Abdulganiy, I.S.,; Abdur-Rafiu, J.
    This study assessed the Awareness and Attitude of Islamiyyah Schools on Inclusive Education in South West, Nigeria. This study adopted descriptive research design. The population consists of all the teachers and school leaders available in all Islamiyyah Schools in South west, Nigeria out of which five Islamiyyah Schools (30 across all states), 25 respondents (150 across all states) were selected as using disproportionate random sampling technique. The instruments used for collection of datais a self-constructed questionnaire titled "Questionnaire on Awareness and Attitude of Islamiyyah Schools on Inclusive Education in South west, Nigeria (QAAISIESWN). The study reveals a notable low level of awareness among Islamiyyah schools regarding inclusive education. The findings underscore a critical need for targeted awareness campaigns and policy reforms to align with the principles of inclusivity in among Muslim youth schools in the sub region. Here are recommendations addressing the identified issues within Islamic youth and special education needs within Islamiyyah Schools.
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    Correlation between Home Variables and Secondary School Students’ Academic Performance in Islamic Studies in Oyo North Senatorial District, Nigeria
    (Faculty of Education, Sokoto State University, Sokoto, Nigeria., 2024) Owoyale,-Abdulganiy; Abdur-Rafiu, J.; Sanusi,
    Home factors have been identified as one of the critical determinants of students' academic performance. This study aimed to investigate the correlation between home variables and Islamic Studies academic performance among senior secondary school students. The target population comprised all 31, 706 SSS 2 students in three Local Government Areas within Oyo North Senatorial District land, with a purposive sample size of 240 students that offered Islamic Studies across the various selected schools. A structured questionnaire was used for data collection, yielding a reliability coefficient of 0.87 after validation and testing. Performance in Islamic studies was determined using the Islamic Studies Performance Test (ISPT), while demographic information and research questions were answered using frequency and percentage analysis. Pearson Product Moment Correlation Coefficient (PPMC) at a significance level of 0.05 tested research hypotheses. The findings showed that socio-economic status had a strong positive relationship with academic achievement in Islamic Studies among senior secondary school students in Oyo North Senatorial District (r.cal.=149, p.<0.05). Additionally, family type also had significant positive effects on their academic performances (r.cal.=114, p.<0.05). Based on these results, it is concluded that high parental socio-economic status has considerable influence over senior secondary school student's performance in Islamic studies within Oyo North Senatorial District; also, intact families positively affect them too. Therefore, it is recommended that parents should strive to improve their socio-economic status by attaining higher education levels or occupying high social positions while improving financial stability; furthermore, living together as an intact family unit could enhance their child's educational outcomes significantly.
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    Effect of Discussion Method on the Achievement of Islamic Studies Students in Ogbomoso, Oyo State, Nigeria
    (Umm Al- Qura University, Mecca, Saudi Arabia, 2024) Abdur-Rafiu, J.
    The role of instructional methods in teaching and learning could not be undermined. The methods adopted in teaching situation has been stressed over the years, to be among the factors determining students’ academic achievement in school subjects. Thus, this study was carried out with a view to examine the effect of discussion teaching method on senior secondary school students’ achievement in Islamic studies in Oyo State, Nigeria. Specifically, the study examined: a. differences in the achievement in Islamic studies of secondary school students exposed to discussion and conventional methods. b. the effect of gender on the achievement of secondary school students taught Islamic studies using discussion. The study employed quasi-experimental pre-test, post-test, non-randomised control group design. This made use of 2x2 factorial matrixes. quasi-experimental design and the population involved the students offering Islamic Studies in Senior Secondary Schools in the study areas. Purposive sampling technique was adopted in selecting the population of the study. Islamic Studies Achievement Test (ISAT) and Instructional Guide on Islamic Studies Teaching (IGIST) served as the instruments for data collection. The sample for the study consisted 55 students (29 males and 26 females) exposed to discussion (experimental group) and the control group of 48 students (23 males and 25 females). The students' scores were analysed using mean scores, standard deviation, t-test and Analysis of variance (ANOVA) statistics. The findings of the study showed that: 1. Students’ achievement in Islamic Studies was improved when exposed to discussion method. 2. There is significant difference in the achievement in Islamic studies of secondary school students exposed to discussion and conventional methods 3. Gender has no effect on the achievement of Islamic Studies students when exposed to discussion method. In line with the findings of the study, it is recommended that discussion method be adopted and encouraged in teaching Islamic Studies. There is need for making teaching-learning of Islamic Studies student-centred so as to improve teaching-learning process. There is need for the writing and production of Islamic Studies textbooks that would conform to the use of discussion method.
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    Enhancing Professionalism in Teaching Islamic Studies through Employment of Adequate Instructional Resources. In Supporting Modern Teaching in Islamic Schools Pedagogical Best Practice for Teachers.
    (Routledge, 2022) Abdur-Rafiu, J.; UA Ajidagba; Aliyu, Y.
    Instructional resources (IR) constitute an integral aspect of instructional delivery. Teaching without the employ of relevant instructional media is not likely to lead to the realisation of the instructional objectives. Thus, in teaching any given subject, a prospective teacher would require some aids that would be employed to facilitate his or her teaching. Therefore, this study was carried out to expound on the importance of IR in the teaching and learning of Islamic studies. Specifically, the study focusses on the presentation of the definitions of the themes, elucidation of concepts and analysis of the principles guiding the selection and utilisation of IR in teaching Islamic studies. An analytical method was employed. Information was sourced from textbooks, empirical studies and electronic sources. It was revealed in the study that no branch of Islamic studies does not require the application of instructional media during the teaching-learning process. IR ranging from audio, visuals, audio-visuals, print, projected, non-projected media, community resources and human resources are all resources that could be applied in teaching all aspects of Islamic studies. It is, therefore, reiterated that Islamic studies teachers need to be conversant with the knowledge and principles guiding the selection and application of instructional media so as to enhance professionalism in their teaching activities.
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    Enhancing the Productivity of Almajiri Education in Northern Nigeria through Integration of Edupreneurship Curriculum
    (Faculty of Education, University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria, 2025) Abdur-Rafiu, J.; Zakari, G.,; Aliyu, Y.
    This study evaluated the incorporation of entrepreneurial elements into the Tsangaya Almajiri education system in Northern Nigeria. Employing a descriptive survey design, the research focused on teachers and students from Tsangaya Almajiri schools within three geopolitical zones: North Central, North West, and North East. A multi-stage sampling procedure was adopted to select 563 teachers and 600 students from Kaduna, Bauchi, and Niger states. Data was gathered using questionnaires and analysed through percentage and t-test statistics. The results showed that teachers generally supported the curriculum’s objectives, which align with the educational roles of promoting peace, security, and cultural harmony. While the curriculum content was considered sufficient, teaching methods primarily relied on traditional approaches with limited interactive strategies. There was a significant lack of advanced resources, such as projectors and computers. Both teachers and students viewed the inclusion of entrepreneurial education as beneficial, equipping graduates with skills for self-employment and employment, fostering self-reliance. However, notable differences were observed between teacher and student perceptions of the curriculum’s effectiveness, with students expressing greater confidence in its ability to promote self-employment. The study concluded that this holistic approach could prepare individuals for academic and professional success, contributing to the development of Northern Nigeria. Recommendations included addressing resource gaps, improving teaching methods, and aligning curriculum goals with practical outcomes to maximize its impact
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    Factors Influencing Students’ Choice of Islamic Studies in Secondary Schools in Ilorin West Local Government Area of Kwara State, Nigeria
    (2024) Aliyu, Y.,; Abdur-Rafiu, J.; Jayakumar, P.
    The purpose of the study was to find out what factors influence students' decisions to study Islamic studies in secondary schools in Ilorin, Kwara State. The researchers choose to use the descriptive research method. A questionnaire was utilised to gather data. The study's population consisted of 20 students who were picked from 10 schools using the simple random selection technique. The validity of the instrument was determined by experts in Islamic Studies, measurement, and evaluation. The gathered data was analysed using descriptive statistics of frequency and percentage were employed to present the demographic data of the respondents, answer research question one and ANOVA was also employed to address the research hypotheses that were formulated. The study findings indicate that parental influence, teachers' attitude, teaching techniques, and the use of technology (instructional media) are the elements that determine students' selection of Islamic studies in secondary schools in Ilorin. The study also found that gender had no impact on students' views of the factors that drive their choice of Islamic studies. Consistent with the findings of the study, parents were recommended to actively promote and inspire their children to opt for Islamic education. Teachers are strongly encouraged to continue using effective teaching methods and providing support to their pupils, while also having a positive and friendly relationship with them.
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    Home Background and Secondary School Students’ Academic Performance in Islamic Studies in Oyo North, Nigeria
    (Faculty of Social Sciences & Humanities Universiti Kebangsaan, Malaysia, 2021) Abdur-Rafiu, J.; UA Ajidagba; Azeez, H.B.
    Vol. 18. No.9 (2021). 82-92. ISSN: 1823-884x 82 HOME BACKGROUND AND SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS’ ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE IN ISLAMIC STUDIES IN OYO NORTH, NIGERIA Abdur-Rafiu Jamiu, Uthman Abdulrahman Ajidagba & Azeez Hussein Bolaji ABSTRACT The role played by home as an agent of civilization could not be overemphasized. Home is a determining factor in any child’s behaviour and thus influences his academic performance. Hence, this study examined home background and secondary school students’ academic performance in Islamic Studies in Oyo North, Nigeria. The study was a descriptive research of a survey type, stratified sampling technique was used to select 500 respondents. A researcher-designed questionnaire and Performance Test were used to elicit information from the respondents. Mean, standard deviation and chi-square were used to test the hypotheses at 0.05 level of significance. The findings revealed that there was a significant influence of home background on secondary school students’ academic performance in Islamic studies; there was a significant effect of parents’ level of education on secondary school students’ academic performance; there was a significant effect of parents’ level of occupation on secondary school students’ academic performance; there was a significant influence of parental care and commitment on secondary school students’ academic performance; it was concluded that home status, parental educational background, parents’ occupation, school type, home supports for children’s education, parental care and commitment have a significant influence on secondary school students’ academic performance. It was recommended that parents and guardians should endeavour to play their parental roles to ensure good upbringing of their children. Islamic Studies teachers should take cognizance of the various backgrounds of their students in the classroom thereby employing methods and techniques of teaching that would cater for those background differences.
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    https://uqu.edu.sa/en/jep/143424
    (2024) Abdur-Rafiu, J.; Aliyu, Y.; Yusuf, W. I.
    This study examined the teachers’ variables as predictors of junior secondary school students’ academic performance in Osun West Senatorial District, Nigeria. The target population comprised Islamic Studies teachers and students in junior secondary schools across the ten (10) local government areas in Osun West Senatorial District. Purposive sampling was adopted in selecting 125 Islamic Studies teachers in all the 132 public junior schools in the district and a simple random sampling technique was adopted in selecting 20 Islamic Studies students from each of the 10 Local Government Areas, therefore, 325 respondents were engaged in the study. The questionnaire was employed to collect relevant information from the respondents. Data were analyzed using Percentage, Mean Range, Standard Deviation, and Regression analysis. The study found that factors like teacher confidence, interest in the subject, qualifications, and experience all significantly predicted student performance. It was concluded from the findings of the study that teachers’ variables positively improved students’ understanding of Islamic Studies and predicted their performance. In line with the findings of the study, it was recommended that teachers should be supported through incentives and professional development. The teachers should have a change of attitude towards the teaching of Islamic Studies so that the achievement of universal basic education will not be hindered, those without required teaching qualifications or non-professionals among the Islamic Studies teachers should strive to pursue professional qualifications. Teachers of the subject should improve their pedagogical skills through seminars, Post Graduate Diploma Courses in Education, and workshops.
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    Impact of Discussion Method of Teaching on Academic Achievement of Islamic Studies Students in Kwara State
    (Faculty of Education, Sokoto State University, Sokoto, Nigeria, 2024) Umsan Adisa Issa; Ayuba Olaniyi Jibril; Abdur-Rafiu, J.; Ahmad Tijani Surajudeen; Aruna Abdul Rasak
    This study investigated the impact of discussion method of teaching on academic achievement of Islamic Studies students in Kwara State. Quasi experimental research design was used in this study. The population for this study comprised all upper basic students of Islamic studies in Kwara State. Multi stage method of sampling was adopted in the study; stratified simple random, simple random and purposive sampling techniques were used. A fifty multiple choice questions adapted from Basic Education Examination Certificate (BECE) and lesson plan designed on al-Adhan (calling prayer), al-Iqāmah (commencement of prayer), Salātul Jamā’ah (congregational prayer) and Islamic greeting were used as instrument for the study. Descriptive statistic tools such as percentage, mean and standard deviation were used to describe demographic data of the participants and answer the research questions raised in the study. ANCOVA was the inferential statistical tool used for testing hypotheses generated in the study. The findings of the study revealed that discussion method is one of the effective methods of teaching Islamic Studies in upper basic schools in Kwara State. The findings also revealed that there is significant effect of discussion method on upper basic students’ academic achievement in Islamic Studies in Kwara State. The study, therefore, recommended that upper basic Islamic Studies teachers should be trained on how to effectively use discussion method for teaching.
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    Importance of Female Education in Nation Building: The Islamic Perspectives
    (Faculty of Education, Al-Hikmah University, Ilorin, 2015) Aliyu, Y.,; Ajidagba, U.A.; Abdur-Rafiu, J.
    Female education is one of the critical issues that had been relegated to the background in most of our communities. In fact, there is insinuation that Islam discourages female education. Thus, the aim of this paper was to refute the above insinuation and bring to a limelight, the importance of female education in nation building from Islamic perspective. In doing so, Analytical method was employed. The researchers relied on printed and electronic materials. It was revealed that education is a light for all human beings- male and female and from Islamic perspectives, what is good men is generally good for women as well. The paper posited that female need to be educated as they also have their roles to play in national development. It was however, recommended that female education should be encouraged and promoted most especially among the Muslims. The erroneous belief held by some Muslims that Islam disallows female education should be discarded
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    Influence of Economic Dissatisfaction on Islamic Studies Teachers’ Productivity in Secondary School in Kwara State, Nigeria.
    (2024) Abdur-Rafiu, J.; Usman, I. A.
    This study examined the influence of economic dissatisfaction on Islamic Studies teachers’ productivity in secondary schools in Kwara State, Nigeria. The research design used in this study was descriptive survey design. The population of this study was all Islamic Studies teachers in Kwara State. The instrument used in this study was an adapted questionnaire titled “Influence of Economic Dissatisfaction on Teaching of Islamic Studies (IEDTIS)”. Both descriptive and inferential statistical tools were used in this study. Demographic data of respondents was analysed using percentage while t-test was used to test all hypotheses in the study. The findings of this study discovered that the percentage of male Islamic Studies teachers in secondary schools in Kwara State is higher than female. Similarly, the result showed that Islamic Studies teachers in Kwara State are able to manage the hard economy in the country, although there was significant difference in the influence of economic dissatisfaction on teachers based on gender and school type. It was concluded in the study that the level of influence of economic dissatisfaction on Islamic Studies teachers in Kwara State was moderate. It was therefore, recommended in the study that government should prepare meaningful incentive for teachers in Kwara State to ameliorate the harsh economic condition.
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    Instrumentality of Islamic Studies in Curbing Corrupt Practices in Nigerian Secondary Schools
    (Nigeria Association of Teachers of Arabic and Islamic Studies, 2017) Abdur-Rafiu, J.
    The order of the day in present Nigeria is corruption. Corruption has eaten deep all fabrics of our systems. This is noticed when problems ravaging the progress of the country are discussed. It is very rare to listen to speakers on national problems without the issue of corrupt practices being mentioned. It is against this background that this study was carried out to identify the corrupt practices prevalent in secondary schools with the aim of analyzing the potentials of Islamic Studies in curbing corruption in our schools. Descriptive method was adopted for the study. Questionnaire was used to elicit information from secondary school teachers in selected schools in Ilorin, Kwara State. The outcome of the study indicated the presence of corrupt practices in Nigerian secondary schools. The study concluded that functional incorporation and adoption of the teachings of Islamic Studies would go a long way in curbing corrupt practices in Nigerian secondary schools.
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    Integration between Islamic and Western Education Systems: Towards a Community Development in the 21st Century
    (Nigeria Association of Teachers of Arabic and Islamic Studies, Ekiti State., 2023) Abdur-Rafiu, J.
    This study is geared towards analyzing the essence of integration of Islamic and Western education systems in promoting community development in the 21st century. In doing so, analytical method was adopted and data was collected through print and electronic sources. Concepts of the major themes like education, Islamic and Western education are expounded. Islamic position on integration of knowledge was explained and the benefits of integration of knowledge towards promoting community development are analysed. It was revealed in the study that Islamic education does not make any disparity between acquisition of what is labeled religious knowledge and what is tagged otherwise. Islam advocates for a kind of integrated education that would lead to achieving the optimum benefits of this live and hereafter. In addition, no reasonable educational system or form of useful knowledge should be ignored. Wisdom, knowledge, experience, exposure and skills that are of great benefit to religion and humanity must be pursued, acquired and utililized for our betterment. It was concluded in the study that Islam advocates for a kind of integrated education that would lead to achieving the optimum benefits of this live and the hereafter. Sequel to the findings and conclusion from the study it was recommended among others that the integrated curriculum should be incorporated into our institutions; spiritual and moral education should not be relegated to the background because without spiritual and moral uprightness there would not be peaceful, stable and progressive society and that every individual must endeavour to put into practice the valuable education he/she has acquired towards community development.
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    Islamic Education, National Unity and the Clamour for Resources Control in Nigeria
    (Department of Arts and Social Sciences Education, Lagos State Univesrsity, Nigeria, 2024) Abdur-Rafiu, J.; Owoyale,-Abdulganiy, I. S.; Yahya I. O.
    The fact that unity brings about harmonious and peaceful coexistence in a given society makes it an imperative to devise all possible means to ensure that national unity is promoted in order to pave way for progress and development in the society. In addition, Nigeria is a nation with a lot of natural resources that can be explored to boost the nation's economy. In spite the natural endowments across all the regions in the country, it is still believed that the country grapples with challenges of economic crises. Perhaps, this has precipitated the clamours for resources control to be one of the bothering campaigns of the day. However, this study aims at reviewing the Islamic teachings that have bearing on the national unity and the issue of resources control with a view to unravelling the Islamic perspectives of the subject matters. Hence, descriptive and analytical approaches were employed in the study. Data were sourced from print and electronic materials. The study concluded that Islam, through its teachings, has versatile principles that can be employed in dealing with the issues of national unity and resources control.
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    Islamic Scholars’ Perception of Covid-19 and Attitudes Towards its Vaccination in Nigeria
    (Suleyman Damirel University, Isparta, Turkey, 2021) Aliyu, Y.; Abdur-Rafiu, J.
    Covid-19 pandemic in Nigeria and other parts of the world constitutes a serious health challenge hampering development of almost all spheres of lives. To rescue the situation, many steps have been taken globally and communally to contain the pandemic. A significant aspect of the steps towards containing the pandemic is the introduction of vaccines against the deadly disease. However, the issue of vaccination against the pandemic has generated series of mixed reactions and attitudes. This study was however carried out to investigate Islamic scholars’ perception and attitudes towards Covid-19 and its vaccination in Nigeria. The study was a descriptive one. The stratified random sampling technique was employed to select the participants based on creedal affiliations across the six geo-political zones in Nigeria. A researchers’ designed questionnaire was employed. T-test and ANOVA statistical tools were used to analyse the data collected at alpha level of 0.05 level of significant. The findings showed that most of the respondents agreed that Covid-19 is Islamically categorised under Rijz, Ta'un, and Waba’. The restriction of movement, hand washing, using of nose/face mask, social distancing etc. and other measures to curtain the spread of COVID-19 are in tandem with the teachings of Islam. In addition, most Islamic scholars disposed negatively to the vaccination against COVID-19 due to ambiguity surrounding the vaccine. It was recommended that government needs to constitute health professionals to carry out more researches on the content and safety of the vaccines, publish the outcomes and sensitise masses on the need to get vaccinated. Islamic scholars should organise workshops and revisit the issue of permissibility of Covid-19 vaccines form the point of Islam. Government should provide convincing clues about vaccination. If found safe and halal, Islamic scholars should change their mind set and attitudes towards vaccination and endeavor to encourage their subjects.
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    Perception of Female Undergraduate Students on the Causes of Delayed Marriage Among Women in Kwara State, Nigeria
    (Nasara Press Ltd, 2023) Abdur-Rafiu, J.; Abdur-Rafiu, S. A.; Badmos, M.O.
    The main purpose of this study was to investigate the perception of female undergraduate students on the causes of delayed marriage among women in Kwara state. The questionnaire was used to elicit information on the perception of female undergraduate students on the causes of delayed marriage among women in Kwara state. 400 filled questionnaires were collected and used. The data collected were analysed using percentage and t-test statistical. The findings of the study revealed that Family background, education factor, social factor and personal factor are among the causes of delayed marriage among women. It was also revealed that there is significant difference in the perception of married and unmarried female undergraduate students on causes of delayed marriage. Based on the findings from this study it was recommended among others that There is need for proper orientation of females on importance and values of marriage. There is need of inclusion of marriage education in the content of general studies curriculum. This would help in enlightening the female young adults the appropriate timing for marriage and get them acquainted with the scourge of delayed marriage
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    Perception of Female Undergraduate Students on the Causes of Delayed Marriage Among Women in Kwara State, Nigeria
    (Nasara Press Ltd., 2023) Abdur-Rafiu, J.; Abdur-Rafiu, S. A.; Badmos, M. O.
    The main purpose of this study was to investigate the perception of female undergraduate students on the causes of delayed marriage among women in Kwara state. The questionnaire was used to elicit information on the perception of female undergraduate students on the causes of delayed marriage among women in Kwara state. 400 filled questionnaires were collected and used. The data collected were analysed using percentage and t-test statistical. The findings of the study revealed that Family background, education factor, social factor and personal factor are among the causes of delayed marriage among women. It was also revealed that there is significant difference in the perception of married and unmarried female undergraduate students on causes of delayed marriage. Based on the findings from this study it was recommended among others that There is need for proper orientation of females on importance and values of marriage. There is need of inclusion of marriage education in the content of general studies curriculum. This would help in enlightening the female young adults the appropriate timing for marriage and get them acquainted with the scourge of delayed marriage
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    Potentials of Islamic Education in Alleviating Poverty in Nigeria
    (Faculty of Islamic Development Management, Sultan Sharif Ali Islamic University (UNISSA), Negara Brunei Darussalam, 2018) Abdur-Rafiu, J.
    The rate at which people wallow in poverty in almost all the nooks and crannies of the contemporary societies is a matter of concern that calls for serious and proactive attentions. In spite of the myriads of actions and measures taken to tackle poverty and economic problems in Nigeria, the consequential influences of poverty and economic flaws remain biting. This implies that for us to be at ease economically, every citizen must strive and look for all workable means that can help in alleviating poverty and combating the economic flaws in the society. It is against this background that this study was carried out to investigate the potential of Islamic education in alleviating poverty in our society. In carrying out the study, analytical method was adopted. Both print and electronic materials were consulted as sources of data. Some of the causes and effects of poverty among the masses were reviewed. It was revealed that poverty has plunged the society into series of political and socio-economic problems that have resulted to wars, conflicts, chaos, disunity and insecurity. It was concluded in the study that Islamic education through the institutions of brotherhood, Zakah, Waqf, dignity of labour and principles of faith, action, reward and punishment and Halal and Haram would be instrumental in combating economic flaws and manage poverty in the society. In line with the findings of the study, it is recommended that leaf should be borrowed from principles of Islamic education in tackling poverty and other economic blemishes so as to pave way for improvement, progress and development in the economic spheres of the society.