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Designing an Effective Job Recommender System based on Embedded Machine Learning Models Ayodele, Abiola Olaide; Gbadebo, Adedeji
The Indonesian Journal of Computer Science Vol. 13 No. 5 (2024): The Indonesian Journal of Computer Science (IJCS)
Publisher : AI Society & STMIK Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33022/ijcs.v13i5.4232

The need to automate employment offers to qualify job searchers has gain attentions. For an automated recommendation systems to be used more frequently, a better user-friendly filtering techniques are required. This paper designs an automated process, referred to as “the job recommender”, which focuses on user-centric design and personalization for recommending and matching applicants with appropriate jobs. We use the bottom-up approach that uses dataset based on filtering algorithms to predict and make recommendations for job seekers. The algorithm helps the recruiters to produce the list of the résumé that best meets the job descriptions. In this context, the random forest (RF) and support vector machines (SVM) are adopted to train the data. They are supplied personalized information (qualifications, result of aptitude test, age, and work experience) reported on the résumés of individual candidates from the pool of submissions, and the system train data to learn the evolution of job selection by candidates based on these machine learning tools. The algorithm used would help the recruiters to produce the list of the résumé that best meets the job descriptions. The algorithms are designed to recommend personalized items tailored to each user's interests. Under the minimum hardware and software requirements, the job recommender system was implemented in streamlit - a python template, for designing the frontend.

The Political Economy of Fuel Subsidy Removal: Governance and Sustainable Development in Nigeria Gbadebo, Adedeji
Journal of Governance and Administrative Reform Vol. 6 No. 1 (2025): Journal of Governance and Administrative Reform
Publisher : Universitas Airlangga

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20473/jgar.v6i1.71906

Abstract The removal of fuel subsidies in Nigeria has generated considerable debate regarding its implications for governance, economic stability, and public welfare. This study explores the governance mechanisms underpinning subsidy removal and assesses its economic and social consequences, drawing on data collected from 385 respondents in Bida, Niger State. A binary logit regression model was utilized to analyze the economic, social, political, and external variables influencing policy outcomes. The results indicate that, although the subsidy removal policy is intended to relieve fiscal burdens and promote economic efficiency, it has contributed to rising inflation and disproportionately impacted low-income households, thereby exacerbating social inequality. On the social front, the policy has incited significant public dissatisfaction, particularly due to escalating transportation and living expenses, while government-provided palliatives are widely perceived as insufficient. Politically, entrenched weaknesses in governance, a lack of transparency, and ongoing corruption have undermined public trust and complicated the policy’s legitimacy and acceptance. These findings highlight the centrality of governance in determining the effectiveness of economic reform policies. To mitigate adverse effects and enhance policy outcomes, the study recommends the implementation of targeted subsidies for vulnerable populations, increased investment in accessible public transportation infrastructure, and comprehensive institutional reforms to improve transparency and accountability in the allocation of subsidy savings. Ensuring that governance frameworks align with prevailing socio-economic realities is essential for achieving equitable and sustainable policy. Keywords: Fuel subsidy; governance; sustainable development; Nigeria; economic policy. Abstrak Penghapusan subsidi bahan bakar di Nigeria telah memicu perdebatan luas terkait dampaknya terhadap tata kelola pemerintahan, stabilitas ekonomi, dan kesejahteraan masyarakat. Studi ini mengeksplorasi mekanisme tata kelola yang mendasari kebijakan penghapusan subsidi serta menilai konsekuensi ekonomi dan sosialnya, berdasarkan data yang dikumpulkan dari 385 responden di Bida, Negara Bagian Niger. Model regresi logit biner digunakan untuk menganalisis variabel ekonomi, sosial, politik, dan eksternal yang memengaruhi hasil kebijakan. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa meskipun kebijakan penghapusan subsidi bertujuan untuk mengurangi beban fiskal dan mendorong efisiensi ekonomi, kebijakan tersebut justru menyebabkan peningkatan inflasi dan berdampak secara tidak proporsional terhadap rumah tangga berpendapatan rendah, sehingga memperparah ketimpangan sosial. Dari sisi sosial, kebijakan ini memicu ketidakpuasan publik yang signifikan, terutama akibat meningkatnya biaya transportasi dan biaya hidup, sementara bantuan sosial dari pemerintah dipandang tidak memadai. Secara politik, kelemahan dalam struktur tata kelola, kurangnya transparansi, dan korupsi yang terus berlanjut telah merusak kepercayaan publik serta memperumit legitimasi dan penerimaan kebijakan ini. Temuan ini menegaskan pentingnya peran sentral tata kelola dalam menentukan efektivitas kebijakan reformasi ekonomi. Untuk mengurangi dampak negatif dan meningkatkan hasil kebijakan, studi ini merekomendasikan pemberian subsidi yang ditargetkan bagi kelompok rentan, peningkatan investasi dalam infrastruktur transportasi publik yang terjangkau, serta reformasi kelembagaan secara menyeluruh guna meningkatkan transparansi dan akuntabilitas dalam pengelolaan dana hasil penghematan subsidi. Penyesuaian praktik tata kelola dengan realitas sosial-ekonomi yang ada merupakan hal yang krusial untuk mencapai reformasi kebijakan yang adil dan berkelanjutan. Kata kunci: Subsidi bahan bakar; tata kelola; pembangunan berkelanjutan; Nigeria; kebijakan ekonomi.

Effect of Naira Devaluation on Nigeria’s Trade Balance With China Gbadebo, Adedeji
AFEBI Economic and Finance Review Vol. 9 No. 2 (2024): December
Publisher : Asosiasi Fakultas Ekonomi dan Bisnis Indonesia

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This study investigates the influence of the Naira devaluation on Nigeria's trade balance with China, with an emphasis on export-import dynamics and bilateral trade imbalances. The goal is to examine how currency depreciation affects trade volumes, structural vulnerabilities, and economic imbalances between the two countries. The study used an exploratory research approach, using secondary data from trade statistics, Central Bank of Nigeria publications, and foreign databases to identify patterns and causal relationships. Nigeria's trade imbalance with China has increased to $18 billion in 2023, owing to inelastic demand for Chinese commodities and reliance on USD-priced crude oil exports. While devaluation raised import costs and inflationary pressures (33% by early 2024), it did not considerably increase non-oil exports or reduce import reliance. Structural issues, such as insufficient industrial capacity and informal trading networks, exacerbated consequences. Furthermore, China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) initiatives exacerbated economic imbalances by emphasizing Chinese inputs and labor. The paper suggests expanding Nigeria's export base through agro-processing and light manufacturing, adopting import substitution programs, stabilizing foreign exchange regimes, renegotiating Chinese loan conditions, and negotiating advantageous trade agreements to reduce deficits. These steps seek to strengthen Nigeria's trade resilience and minimize reliance on China.

The Political Economy of Resource Management in Nigeria: Governance, Accountability, and Sustainable Development Gbadebo, Adedeji
Journal of Current Social and Political Issues Vol. 3 No. 2 (2025): Journal of Current Social and Political Issue
Publisher : UIN Sunan Gunung Djati Bandung

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15575/jcspi.v3i2.1346

This study investigates the political economy of resource management in Nigeria, with an emphasis on governance, accountability, and sustainable development. It tries to understand how, despite Nigeria's immense natural resource riches, systemic governance failings, elite capture, and inadequate accountability frameworks continue to perpetuate poverty. Using a qualitative technique, the study examines secondary data from government reports, policy papers, and academic literature, augmented by text analysis, to find recurring themes in Nigeria's resource governance dynamics. The study is based on Rational Choice Theory (RCT), which states that political and economic actors prioritize self-interest, resulting in actions that perpetuate corruption, mismanagement, and unequal resource distribution. The findings highlight Nigeria's entrenched rentier state structure, in which more than 80% of national oil wealth supports elite patronage networks, undermines institutional accountability, and stifles economic diversification. Vested interests have hampered reforms such as the Petroleum Industry Act (2021) and the Nigerian Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI), resulting in few benefits for disadvantaged communities such as the oil-rich Niger Delta. Environmental degradation caused by oil spills and gas flaring, along with chronic poverty (63% multidimensional poverty), highlights the human and ecological consequences of ineffective government. Despite diversification attempts, Nigeria is mired in the "resource curse," leaving it subject to global oil price instability. The study suggests amending the Petroleum Industry Act to allocate at least 10% of operational budgets to host communities, establishing citizen oversight mechanisms for revenue transparency, prioritizing investments in agriculture and renewable energy, and aligning policies with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Strengthening anti-corruption mechanisms through specialized tribunals and enforcing environmental legislation are crucial for ending the cycle of inequality and promoting sustainable development. These strategies seek to reorient Nigeria's resource management to promote fair growth and long-term resilience.

China’s Belt And Road Initiative And Nigeria’s Infrastructural Development: Assessing The Risk And Benefits Of Railway Investment Gbadebo, Adedeji
Journal of Governance and Administrative Reform Vol. 6 No. 2 (2025): Journal of Governance and Administrative Reform
Publisher : Universitas Airlangga

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20473/jgar.v6i2.71907

Abstract China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) has significantly impacted Nigeria's infrastructure development, particularly in railway projects. This study assesses the risks and benefits of BRI-funded railway investments, with a focus on their economic, social, and environmental implications. A structured survey was conducted among 300 respondents from the Federal Capital Territory and Keffi, Nasarawa State, using a stratified random sampling method. The data and hypotheses were analyzed using the chi-square statistical technique. While BRI investments in railway infrastructure enhance transportation, stimulate economic activity, and strengthen regional connectivity, concerns persist regarding debt sustainability, reliance on Chinese technology and labor, and governance transparency. The statistical analysis reveals that the purported benefits of BRI railway projects do not have a statistically significant impact on Nigeria's infrastructure development. Additionally, the associated risks, such as increased national debt and economic dependence, are not substantially greater than the benefits. The study recommends renegotiating BRI agreements to promote local enterprise involvement, conducting comprehensive cost-benefit analyses before securing new loans, and improving governance frameworks to ensure transparency and accountability. Moreover, long-term maintenance strategies and environmental impact assessments should be prioritized to sustain infrastructure effectiveness and minimize adverse effects. Overall, while the BRI holds considerable promise for Nigeria’s infrastructure development, a balanced approach is essential to maximize its benefits while addressing the associated risks. Keywords: belt and road initiative; nigeria; railway investment; debt sustainability; infrastructure development Abstrak Inisiatif Sabuk dan Jalan China (BRI) telah memberikan dampak signifikan terhadap pembangunan infrastruktur di Nigeria, khususnya pada proyek kereta api. Penelitian ini mengevaluasi risiko dan manfaat dari investasi kereta api yang didanai oleh BRI, dengan fokus pada implikasi ekonomi, sosial, dan lingkungan. Survei terstruktur dilakukan terhadap 300 responden yang berasal dari Wilayah Ibu Kota Federal dan Keffi, Kabupaten Nasarawa, dengan menggunakan metode sampel acak berstrata. Data dan hipotesis dianalisis menggunakan teknik statistik chi-square. Meskipun investasi BRI pada infrastruktur kereta api meningkatkan transportasi, merangsang aktivitas ekonomi, dan memperkuat konektivitas regional, masih terdapat kekhawatiran terkait keberlanjutan utang, ketergantungan pada teknologi dan tenaga kerja China, serta transparansi tata kelola. Analisis statistik menunjukkan bahwa manfaat yang diklaim dari proyek kereta api BRI tidak memiliki pengaruh yang signifikan secara statistik terhadap pembangunan infrastruktur di Nigeria. Selain itu, risiko terkait, seperti peningkatan utang nasional dan ketergantungan ekonomi, tidak jauh lebih besar daripada manfaat yang ada. Penelitian ini menyarankan untuk merundingkan kembali kesepakatan BRI guna mendorong partisipasi perusahaan lokal, melakukan analisis biaya-manfaat yang komprehensif sebelum memperoleh pinjaman baru, dan meningkatkan mekanisme tata kelola untuk memastikan transparansi dan akuntabilitas. Lebih lanjut, strategi pemeliharaan jangka panjang dan penilaian dampak lingkungan harus menjadi prioritas untuk menjaga efektivitas infrastruktur dan mengurangi dampak negatif. Secara keseluruhan, meskipun BRI memberikan potensi besar bagi pembangunan infrastruktur Nigeria, pendekatan yang seimbang diperlukan untuk memaksimalkan manfaatnya sekaligus mengurangi risiko yang terkait. Kata kunci: inisiatif sabuk dan jalan; nigeria; investasi kereta api; keberlanjutan utang; pembangunan infrastruktur

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