Browsing by Author "Alliu, Sadiat Iyabode"

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    Perceptions of state policing among tertiary students in Ilorin: A qualitative study
    (Caleb University, Lagos, 2024-11) Balogun, Obasanjo Solomon; Alliu, Sadiat Iyabode
    State policing has become a prominent topic in Nigeria’s ongoing efforts to reform law enforcement and address security challenges. This study, therefore, investigated how students in some selected Nigerian tertiary institutions perceived state policing, with an emphasis on their knowledge of the concept, its efficiency in upholding law and order, and their reservations about its implementation. 32 undergraduate students majoring in criminology and security studies at the University of Ilorin and Kwara State Polytechnic Ilorin provided qualitative data through structured interviews. Analysis of the data showed that responses from 16 participants reached topic saturation. Thematic analysis revealed that students expressed worries over political meddling, corruption, and possible violations of human rights, even as the majority expressed cautious optimism about the ability of state policing to increase security. The paper stressed the necessity of addressing these challenges and offers recommendations for the effective implementation of state policing. Keywords: Criminology, Nigeria, police, policing, state policing, undergraduate students.
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    Psychological factors influencing migration decisions among healthcare professionals in Nigeria
    (Caleb University, Lagos, 2024-11) Alliu, Sadiat Iyabode; Balogun, Obasanjo Solomon
    The mass migration of healthcare professionals from Nigeria, commonly referred to as "japa syndrome," has left a significant gap in the country's healthcare system. While economic and social factors in migration decisions are well-documented, the psychological dimensions remain significantly underexplored. This study aimed to identify key psychological factors and theoretical foundations explaining migration decisions and determine how these factors drive migration in Nigeria. This qualitative study was structured around two research questions: What psychological factors influence migration decisions? and how these psychological factors drive migration decisions and intentions. The study reveals that Nigerian healthcare professionals are driven by work-related stress, burnout, anxiety, and job insecurity, leading to migration for better opportunities abroad. These factors, explained by Maslow's hierarchy of needs, push and pull theory, and cognitive dissonance theory, present a comprehensive understanding. The study suggests systemic changes to reduce migration pressures for healthcare workers, including stress management programs, improved working conditions, professional recognition, and effective retention strategies.