Industrial Clusters, Institutions and Poverty in Nigeria
Industrial Clusters, Institutions and Poverty in Nigeria

Author: Oyebanke Oyeyinka

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2017-01-31

Total Pages: 194

ISBN-13: 3319411519

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This book provides a systematic examination of the relationship between industrial clusters and poverty, which is analyzed using a multidimensional framework. It examines the often-neglected concept of social protection as a means of mitigating the risks and vulnerabilities faced by workers and citizens in poor countries. By analyzing the case of the Otigba Information and Communications Technology cluster in Lagos, Nigeria, the author shows under which conditions firms in productive clusters can pass on benefits to workers in ways that improve their living standards in the wider socio-economic and spatial context of the region. The results presented provide substantial evidence of opportunities for economic development, helping planners to explore different avenues for integrating firm-driven social protection into social policy.

Industrialization Pathways to Human Development
Industrialization Pathways to Human Development

Author:

Publisher:

Published: 2014

Total Pages:

ISBN-13:

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Additionally, while formal state-supported social protection institutions are largely absent, monetary and non-monetary benefits such as employment, provision of skills through apprenticeships, housing, transportation, and feeding allowance are channeled to employees through firms and informal institutions based on social and kinship ties. A high level of horizontal and collective cooperation based on professional lines has also emerged within the cluster in the absence of formal state institutions. The dissertation makes a theoretical contribution by bridging studies on industrial clusters with those on social protection policy instruments. The study gives greater evidence to the diversity of social protection available, as well as the opportunity for economic development planners to explore ways in which firm-driven social protection can be integrated into social policy.

Nnewi
Nnewi

Author: Banji Oyelaran-Oyeyinka

Publisher: Technopol Publishers

Published: 1997

Total Pages: 120

ISBN-13:

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Science, Technology and Innovation Policies for Inclusive Growth in Africa
Science, Technology and Innovation Policies for Inclusive Growth in Africa

Author: Achim Gutowski

Publisher: LIT Verlag Münster

Published: 2020-04

Total Pages: 584

ISBN-13: 3643911734

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The volume analyses major strategic and policy issues. How to make Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) Policies relevant for inclusive growth strategies in Africa so that socio-economic transformation strategies will take off. The first part discusses the issues of human skills development as part of STI policies, based on visions, strategic plans and country cases (for Cameroon, Nigeria and Mauritania). The second part looks at STI Policies for Economic Transformation, focussing on country case studies (for Egypt and Tunisia). A third part presents book reviews and book notes.

Indigenous African Enterprise
Indigenous African Enterprise

Author: Ogechi Adeola

Publisher: Emerald Group Publishing

Published: 2020-12-14

Total Pages: 288

ISBN-13: 1839090332

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This book examines an indigenous Africa-centric business model practised by the Igbos of south-eastern Nigeria for decades. The unique framework and rules of operation, collectively referred to as the Igbo-Traditional Business School (I-TBS) in this book, is underpinned by the ‘Igba-boi’ apprenticeship.

Handbook of Research on Entrepreneurship Development and Opportunities in Circular Economy
Handbook of Research on Entrepreneurship Development and Opportunities in Circular Economy

Author: Baporikar, Neeta

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2020-06-26

Total Pages: 696

ISBN-13: 1799851176

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With the need for sustainability, a focus on developing an economic system that aims at minimizing waste, commonly referred to as the circular economy, is emerging. Circular economy and studies related to it have gained worldwide attention, as it seems to be an effective alternative economic system. Naturally, the circular economy will impact enterprises and will shift how entrepreneurship development and entrepreneurial opportunities are perceived, developed, and resourced. The Handbook of Research on Entrepreneurship Development and Opportunities in Circular Economy is a collection of pioneering research that advances the understanding of entrepreneurship development, identifies the opportunities, and manages the entrepreneurship development, policies, and programs in order to further a circular economy. In addition to entrepreneurship development and entrepreneurial opportunities, the book will cover and discuss a number of other factors necessary for a successful transformation, such as entrepreneurship and innovation, entrepreneurship and change, and entrepreneurship education. While highlighting topics including consumer consumption, knowledge management, and linear economics, this book is ideally designed for entrepreneurs, small business owners, managers, consultants, organization development specialists, policymakers, researchers, industry experts, academicians, and students.

Industrial Cluster in Nigeria
Industrial Cluster in Nigeria

Author: Uzochukwu Amakom

Publisher: LAP Lambert Academic Publishing

Published: 2012-05

Total Pages: 76

ISBN-13: 9783659114212

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Despite industrial promotional measures of successive governments in Nigeria, minimal positive results have been achieved and the industrial sector remains under-developed and under-harnessed. One measure which will fasten industrial sector development is through cluster promotion hence the need for a comprehensive survey. This survey is expected to provide a useful insight into clusters in Nigeria focusing on the south-east and south-south geopolitical zones of the country with emphasis on identifying existing and potential industrial clusters in the two regions as well as major constraints inhibiting their operation. Survey findings reveal that the sectors with the highest number of existing clusters in the two geopolitical zones fall under agro-processing, followed by automobile, furniture and wood works, food, oil and gas, foundries, metals and fabrication. A list of their problems include: poor flow of information; infrastructure deficiencies; lack of adequate business networking; poor access to and supply of business development services; lack of articulated advocacy and engagement mechanisms; and skepticism about the feasibility and sustainability of joint actions.

Nigeria
Nigeria

Author: International Monetary Fund

Publisher: International Monetary Fund

Published: 2005-12-19

Total Pages: 101

ISBN-13: 1451828993

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This Poverty Reduction Strategy Paper for Nigeria highlights the National Economic Empowerment and Development Strategy (NEEDS). NEEDS gives special support to agriculture, industry, small and medium-scale enterprises, and oil and gas. Under the plan, the government will seek long-term capital for investment. Trade policy will be modified to unburden business of the red tape and complex procedures that hinder it from flourishing. NEEDS envisages forging stronger links between educational institutions and industry to stimulate rapid industrial growth and efficient exploitation of resources.