http://repository.unizik.edu.ng/handle/123456789/91 Faculty of Social Sciences 2026-09-01T13:50:38Z http://repository.unizik.edu.ng/handle/123456789/1285 Title: INEVITABILITY OF ECONOMICALLY INDUCED SEX WORK IN NIGERIA: A MARXIAN POLITICAL ECONOMY APPROACH Authors: Ikezue, Clement Emeka Abstract: Commercial sex work is arguably one of the oldest professions on the planet. So many people are involved in the trade either passively or actively. The trade appears to have taken a new dimension with some form of sophistication. The inevitability of economically induced sex work is apparent and disturbing. This paper tried to examine why commercial sex work has persisted in the society even when people paint a sanctimonious posture of themselves. This is against the background that even in the face of seemingly clampdown by the law enforcement agents, the workers appear undeterred. The paper adopted the Marxian Political Economy Approach in explaining the persistence of commercial sex work in Nigeria. Qualitative method of data collection was used in the study. This involved the use of the In Depth Interview (IDI) as instrument for data collection. Collated data were analyzed using the thematic method of qualitative data analysis. It was found in the study that several factors were responsible for the persistence of the economically induced sex work in Nigeria. Prominent among them is the necessity to survive the non friendly economic reality in the country. Lack of empowerment of the female persons in many communities also account for the perpetuity of the trade. The paper recommended among others the empowerment of the female persons in the country with a view to mitigating the non friendly economic reality they face. Description: Scholarly work 2019-01-01T00:00:00Z http://repository.unizik.edu.ng/handle/123456789/1278 Title: SOCIAL IMPACTS OF COVID19 PANDEMIC ON THE INFORMAL SECTOR IN NIGERIA Authors: Okeke, Ngozi Chinenye; Ofonere, Ifeanyi Ikenna; Egwu, Francis Ogbonna; Ogboke, Eberechukwu Odichinma Abstract: This paper centers on the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on the informal sector workers in Africa with a focus on Nigeria. The goal of this study was to determine the extent to which the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted Nigeria's informal sector, as well as to prescribe solutions to the concerns. As such, the study adopted a desktop research approach in which a thematic analysis of existing literature on the informal sector in Nigeria served as the basis for the arguments presented. Key issues highlighted in the paper include socio-cultural factors influencing the growth of the informal sector in Nigeria, as well as the socio-cultural factors that worsened the COVID-19/economic crisis in Nigeria. The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the informal sector in Africa as a whole, and Nigeria in particular, was also discussed in the paper. Theoretically, there are two opposing perspectives on the informal economy's role in a crisis: optimistic perspectives that see the informal economy surviving the crisis, and pessimistic perspectives that see the ongoing informal economy continuing to suffer losses, as well as informal workers as vulnerable groups during a crisis. Furthermore, the study provides conclusions and recommendations for resolving the issues. The guidelines include but are not limited to the following: Government should ensure availability and accessibility of quality health services; informal sector workers should collaborate with non-governmental organizations and social workers to press for policy change that will improve their welfare; and finally, government, non-governmental organizations and social workers should provide financial support to the informal sector in the form of low-interest loans and grants to provide capital. 2022-01-01T00:00:00Z http://repository.unizik.edu.ng/handle/123456789/1277 Title: PERCEPTION OF WOMEN OF REPRODUCTIVE AGE ON THE DETERMINANTS AND CONSEQUENCES OF SEXUAL VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN IN ENUGU SOUTH URBAN OF ENUGU STATE, NIGERIA Authors: Nnamani, Ngozi Christiana; Okeke, Ngozi Chinenye Abstract: The prevalence of sexual violence against women at global and local settings is becoming very worrisome. It is on this note that this study examined Perception of Women of Reproductive Age on the Determinants and Consequences of Sexual Violence against Women in Enugu south Urban of Enugu State, Nigeria. The study participants were women of reproductive age (15-49) in the study area. The sample size was 390 respondents selected using convenience of availability sampling procedure. Instruments for data collection were questionnaire, In-Depth Interview (IDI) and Focus Group Discussion (FGD). Quantitative data were processed using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) and analysed using percentages and frequency distribution tables. Transcription of the electronic recorded interview and field notes provided data for the qualitative analysis which was thematically approached. Findings of the study show that sexual violence against women is high in Enugu south urban. The results also show that pornographic pictures/films, alcoholism, gender inequality and patriarchy are factors responsible for sexual violence against women in Enugu South urban. The study recommended that government at all levels should make sure that laws against sexual violence against women are implemented. There should be gender balance, and gender equality between both sexes. Sex education should be inculcated into the school curriculum 2023-04-01T00:00:00Z http://repository.unizik.edu.ng/handle/123456789/1276 Title: CLIMATE CHANGE, FLOODING, AND POPULATION DISPLACEMENT IN NIGERIA: MIGRATION PATTERNS ACROSS STATES Authors: Okeke, Ngozi Chinenye; Okafor, Ndidiamaka Queeneth Abstract: Climate change-induced flooding has emerged as a critical driver of population displacement across Nigeria, affecting millions of people and disrupting livelihoods, food security, and socioeconomic stability. This literature review synthesizes evidence from studies published between 2013 and 2025, examining the patterns, impacts, and consequences of flood-induced displacement across Nigerian states. The 2012 flood disaster, which displaced over 2.1 million people across 30 states, serves as a pivotal reference point in the literature. Key findings reveal that displacement patterns are predominantly temporary rather than permanent, with affected populations often returning to flood-prone areas due to livelihood dependencies and limited alternatives. The Niger Delta states, particularly Bayelsa, Delta, and Rivers alongside Lagos, Anambra, Kogi, and Akwa Ibom emerge as the most severely affected regions. Women and children are disproportionately vulnerable groups, facing heightened risks from livelihood disruptions, housing insecurity, and increased caregiving responsibilities. The review highlights significant gaps in policy responses and underscores the need for comprehensive flood management strategies that address both immediate humanitarian needs and long-term adaptation requirements. 2026-01-01T00:00:00Z