Browsing by Author "Abogunrin, Abiodun Peter"

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    ANALYSIS OF TRADE UNIONISM AND PERCEPTION OF WORKPLACE CONFLICTS IN NIGERIA
    (Depertment of Business Administration, University of Ilorin, 2025-02-27) Abogunrin, Abiodun Peter; Adamade, Sylvanus Simon
    Workplaces and work-life generally are veritable canvasses of exploring the phenomenon called conflict. As well, the theorising by union leaders about conflict in workplaces tend to shape their members and non-members perception of ancillary realities. It however remains largely unresolved through systematic enquiries whether the degree of union member’s activeness matters in their perception of workplace and industrial conflicts. Similarly, not much is known about how unions’ location in the economic system differentiates members and non-menbers perception of workplaces and industrial conflicts. It is still being speculated whether trade unions’ sizes and their members’ perception of workplace and industrial conflicts are systematically related. These related themes were explored in this study that used the survey design methodology. Eighty Six (86) respondents completed and returned the self-constructed electronic questionnaire which contained Eighteen (18) items. Reliability test result of the instrument indicated α =0.714 level of internal and external consistency. Data analyses was done using simple percentages, ANOVA and regression analyses respectively. With F = 6.565at α = 0.012which is greater than of 0.05 (1 and 84 degrees of freedom), Ho1a was rejected that perception of workplace and industrial conflict by union members was significantly different based on union members activeness. Secondly, with F-value of 11.979at α = .001which is less than 0.05 (1 and 82 degrees of freedom), Ho2i = Ho2A,hence, the effect of member’s activeness on their perception of workplace and industrial conflict is not significantly different for public and private sector unions. Lastly, F = 3.861at α = .012which is less than 0.05 alpha level (1 and 82 degrees of freedom), H03i was rejected and its alternative which is H03A: the effect of activeness of members on their perception of workplace and industrial conflict is significantly different for unions of various sizes was accepted. The study concluded that trade unionism shaped members and non-members perception of workplace and industrial conflicts in Nigeria, with members activeness and the sizes of the unions being key moderating factors. Based on the study’s findings, it was recommended to implement policies at enterprises and national levels that promotes the role of trade unionism as a key means of moderating the negative effects of workplaces and industrial conflicts in Nigeria.
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    A Conceptual Analysis of Global Human Resource Practices: Challenges and Prospects
    (Covenant University Journals, 2016-06) Isiaka, Sulu Babaita; Aliyu, Olanrewaju Mustapha; Abogunrin, Abiodun Peter; Aremu, Nuha Salihu; Abdullah, Adewumi Sulaiman
    With the advent of globalisation, all firms, large or small have become global, they ceased to be local. Even those organisations who consider themselves immune to transactions across geographical boundaries are connected to the wider network globally and this has encouraged many multinational companies to extend their operations to other countries by establishing subsidiary companies in other countries. For these companies to do well, sound human capital management practices must be embraced. This paper therefore examines the conceptual analysis of global human resource management practices, it functions and challenges. It is a conceptual paper that is based on review of scholarly articles. Objectives of the paper include; creating a local appeal without compromising the global identity; generating awareness of crosscultural sensitivities among managers globally and hiring of staff across geographical boundaries; and upon cultural sensitivities, training and development for the host communities. It is therefore concluded that success lies in a firm’s ability to build a unique competitive advantage against others. This competitive advantage will last longer if it is within the human capital of the organization rather than just a technology that others can buy. To become and remain competitive globally, it is recommended that a multinational enterprise acquaint itself with the various environmental settings that are likely to inhibit its success and design ways to beat them in advance.
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    EFFECT OF JOB ENRICHMENT STRATEGIES ON THE PERFORMANCE OF EMPLOYEES IN KAMWIRE HOLDINGS ILORIN, KWARA STATE, NIGERIA
    (Faculty of Management Sciences, University of Maiduguri, Borno State, Nigeria, 2023-12) Amosa, Jimoh Rafiu; Salman, Abdulrasaq; Suleiman, Ahmed Aremu; Abogunrin, Abiodun Peter
    The complexities of modern business operations demand a clear departure from the traditional ideological orientation of prioritizing the use of monetary rewards as the most cherished motivational tool to obtain workers concurrence and higher performance but rather a more robust work-related employee performance- oriented strategies one of which is job enrichment. This is important to avert job monotony, boredom and all forms of operationally induced workplace dissatisfaction that is associated with highly bureaucratic and over-controlled authority structure. Therefore, this study sought to examine the effect of job enrichment strategies on employee performance with reference to KAMWIRE holdings llorin. Other specific objectives of the study were to: (i) examine the effect of job enrichment strategies on employee engagement; and (ii) to determine the effect of job enrichment strategies on employee quality of work. The population of the study is 1,621 out of which 318 respondents were given questionnaire through a multi stage selection technique. Partial Least Square Structural Equation Modelling (PLS-SEM) were adopted for analysis. The results showed that job enrichment strategies have positive and significant effect on employee engagement as well as quality of work in the organisation studied. In conclusion, job enrichment strategies have positive and quality of work. It was significant effect on employee engagement as well as recommended that organizations should improve on the latitude of opera rational freedom of their employees as well as enhance their skill variety through inter and intra departmental postings to eliminate operational and workplace boredom for improved employee and organisational performance.
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    Systematic Training and Development and Employee Competency in Kwara State Public service
    (Centre for Entrepreneurship Research and Training, Bayero University, Kano, 2024-12-08) Abogunrin, Abiodun Peter; Adeyemi, Emmanuel Adewale; Aremu, Nuha Salihu
    This study investigates the effect of systematic training and development on employee competency within the Kwara State public service. The research addresses the critical need to understand and integrate structured training frameworks into workforce management to enhance employee skills and organizational effectiveness. Specifically, it examines how targeted training programs and professional development initiatives influence employees' competencies in a public sector environment. By exploring this relationship, the study aims to bridge the gap in understanding the role of structured training and development in shaping employee outcomes and improving public service delivery.Utilizing a survey research design, the study draws data from a sample of 395 respondents, from a population of 32,500 public service employees. Primary data were collected across various Ministries and parastatal headquarters located in Ilorin, the state capital, using structured questionnaire. Employing regression analysis, the results reveal that systematic training and development have a significant effect on employee competency (β = 1.154; t = 13.845; p-value <0.005) at a 95% confidence level. These findings accentuate the importance of training and development in fostering employee capabilities, particularly in public sector environments where skill enhancement and adaptability are critical to achieving strategic objectives.The study concludes that implementing well-structured training and development programs is essential for improving employee competency and recommends comprehensive training strategies, continuous professional development, and policy reforms to support a skilled and efficient workforce in Kwara State public service.
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    Uncertainty Aviodance Index and Employee Productivity in Kwara State Public Service
    (Centre for Entrepreneurship Research and Training, Bayero University, Kano, 2024-12-08) Abogunrin, Abiodun Peter; Adeyemi, Emmanuel Adewale; Oluwasanmi, Oluwaseun; Aremu, Nuha Salihu
    This study investigates the effect of the uncertainty avoidance index on employee productivity within the Kwara State public service. The research addresses the critical need to understand and integrate cultural dynamics into workforce management to drive higher productivity levels. Specifically, it examines how employees’ preferences for risk-taking initiatives and predictability influence their performance in a public sector environment. By exploring this relationship, the study aims to bridge the gap in understanding the role of cultural dimensions in shaping employee outcomes and enhancing organizational efficiency.Utilizing a survey research design, the study draws data from a population of 32,500 public service employees. Primary data were collected from 395 respondents across various ministry and parastatal headquarters located in Ilorin, the state capital, using structured questionnaires.Using regression analysis, the results reveal that uncertainty avoidance index has a significant effect on employee productivity(β = 0.581; t = 3.827; & p-value <0.005) at a 95% confidence level. These findings accentuate the importance of cultural dimensions in shaping organizational outcomes, particularly in public sector environments where clarity and structure are essential to effective service delivery. The study concludes that addressing employees’ cultural preferences for certainty and stability can enhance productivity and recommends structured work environments, comprehensive training programs, and culturally informed policy-making as strategies for improving performance in the Kwara State public service.