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Journal : Pinisi Journal of Social Science

Is Amalgamation the Remedy to Territorial Fragmentation? Insights from Nigeria Nwokolobia, Anthony C.; Okolie, Ugo Chuks
Pinisi Journal of Social Science Vol 3, No 3 (2025): January
Publisher : Universitas Negeri Makassar

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26858/pjss.v3i3.72429

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Abstract. Territorial fragmentation remains a major obstacle to national unity and sustainable development in multi-ethnic societies, especially in Nigeria, where ethnic, religious, and regional divides continue to weaken national integration. This study explores the potential of amalgamation as a solution to territorial disunity, focusing on the Nigerian experience. Adopting a historical research approach, the study draws from colonial archives, government documents, and scholarly literature to examine the historical formation of Nigeria, particularly the 1914 merger of the Northern and Southern Protectorates by British colonial powers. The research aims to determine whether amalgamation, as a political and administrative mechanism, can effectively resolve the persistent challenges associated with fragmentation in the country. The study was guided by the Structural Functionalism Theory, which highlights the necessity of coordinated interactions among various societal institutions to maintain stability and order. The findings indicated that although the 1914 amalgamation served colonial administrative purposes, it lacked critical components such as voluntary participation, cultural harmony, and fair governance structures. These deficiencies have contributed to deep-seated ethnic mistrust, marginalization, and ongoing calls for secession. The study concludes that amalgamation alone, without inclusive and equitable governance, is insufficient to address the problems of disunity. The study recommended, among others, the adoption of genuine federalism, which would grant regional units greater autonomy while maintaining a cohesive national framework. Such an arrangement would promote cooperation, minimize ethnic friction, and strengthen long-term national integration.
Agricultural Innovation and Sustainable Food Security: Evidence from the South-South Geographical Zone of Nigeria Bisina, Joel Dimiyen; Okolie, Ugo Chuks
Pinisi Journal of Social Science Vol 4, No 2 (2025): September
Publisher : Universitas Negeri Makassar

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26858/pjss.v4i2.81132

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Innovation in agriculture and the pursuit of sustainable food security are vital concerns for all modern societies. In this context, the present study conducted an empirical investigation to assess the relationship between agricultural innovation and sustainable food security in Nigeria’s South–South geopolitical zone. A cross-sectional research design was adopted, and data were gathered through a survey administered to 300 respondents across the region. The data were analysed using linear regression and the Pearson product–moment correlation, with the assistance of the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) version 23. The findings revealed a strong and positive association between agricultural innovation and sustainable food security in the South–South zone. As anticipated, the study further showed that agricultural innovation exerts a favourable and statistically significant influence on sustainable food security in the area. It also explored the implications of food security for Nigeria’s national security. Overall, the results suggest that agricultural innovation plays a crucial role in achieving sustainable food security globally. Consequently, the study recommends, among other measures, that both federal and state governments in Nigeria should strengthen agricultural research and capacity building through the use of modern technologies, with a view to boosting agricultural productivity and enhancing food security nationwide.