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SOCIAL ACTION METHOD AND THE #ENDSARS PROTESTS IN NIGERIA SOCIAL WORK APPROACH Emerinwe, Obuzor, Mezewo; Nwabueze, Emeodu, Elijah
Journal of Learning on History and Social Sciences Vol. 2 No. 10 (2025): Journal of Learning on History and Social Sciences
Publisher : PT. Antis International Publisher

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61796/jlhss.v2i10.1494

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Objective: This paper examines the social action method and the EndSARS protest in Nigeria from a social work perspective, with the aim of recommending solutions to address the causes of the protest and police brutality in Nigeria. Method: The study adopts the structural-functionalist theory and utilizes a qualitative approach through survey research. Data was collected from secondary sources, including journal articles, newspapers, and online publications. Results: The findings reveal that the Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) became notorious for its brutality and human rights abuses, with a lack of accountability for its actions. The Nigerian economy also faced significant financial losses during the protests. Furthermore, the Police Act of 1943, which grants broad discretionary powers to police officers, facilitates the abuse of power. Novelty: The paper highlights the global impact of the EndSARS protest, focusing on police brutality in Nigeria. It recommends a multi-stakeholder approach to reform, including engagement with civil society organizations, traditional institutions, and youth employment initiatives, to address systemic issues and foster sustainable development.
A Survey on Growing Cult Activities and Food Insecurity in Ekpeye Ethnic Nationality, Rivers State John, Ebah, Emmanuel; Nwabueze, Emeodu, Elijah
International Journal on Economics, Finance and Sustainable Development Vol. 4 No. 3 (2022): IJEFSD
Publisher : Research Parks Publishers

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31149/ijefsd.v4i3.2806

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The persistent occurrence of cult wars and activities with their attendant effects on food security led to this study on growing cult activitiesand food insecurity in Ekpeye ethnic nationality, Rivers State. Three research questions and objectives were used to guide the study. The theoretical framework adopted by this study is the anomic theory propounded by Robert K. Merton. This study used the survey research design to elicit data from respondents, witha population of one hundred and thirty thousand (130,000) people. The sample size was four hundred (400) people generated through the Taro Yamane method. The respondents selected were farmers, traditional rulers, business owners/traders and youth representatives. Four (4) communities were selected for this study viz: Ogbologbolo, Ombor, Odiemudie and Oyigba. The purposive sampling technique, quota sampling and accidental sampling techniques were used. The instrument used was a questionnaire. Data were analyzed using charts, mean and standard deviation. Findings of this study revealed that cult activities have negatively impacted agricultural production and that agricultural activities in the area were almost completely suspended as a result of cult activities. Secondly, the struggle for supremacy among the cult groups affects the development, security of farmers as well as food security.