IOSR-JHSS   Volume-2 ~ Issue-1 ~ Sep-Oct-2012

Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Population, Environment and Security in Port-Harcourt
Country	:	India
Authors	:	NNA, Nekabari Johnson, PABON, Baribene Gbara
	:	10.9790/0837-0210107

Abstract: This paper examines the implication of over-population and environmental degradation on security in Port-Harcourt with the assumption that the more people seek to survive, the more intense their activities on the environment which leads to degradation. Adopting the human needs theory, it argues that the development in the city attracts people into it and therefore, causing further degradation and pollution. The city is highly populated, and the bulk, mostly unemployed youths turn to violence and crimes having been introduced to political violence by the elites. When such opportunities were no longer there, they sought for ways to make ends meet and thus, got involved in street violence and militancy. It is therefore suggested that the city be decongested by developing other towns and villages outside Port-Harcourt and relocate some of the government ministries and departments; make sporting facilities available in these localities to divert the attention of the youths from violence. The state is also required to gainfully engage the youths and stop using them as political thugs.
Key Words: Population, Environment, Human needs and Security/Insecurity.

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Abstract:The problem with democracy and good governance in Nigeria and the relationship between the people vis-à-vis public office holders is germane to this study. The paper submits that certain indices and provisions of public accountability in the breach than in observance. The research looks at public accountability as enshrined in the Nigerian Constitution is more honoured in Nigeria's Fourth Republic, the context of public accountability and the matters arising from it. The anti-corruption law and sustenance of democracy in Nigeria has also been discussed to clearly understand the rhetorics of Nigerian legal system in relation to affairs of practical governance. The paper concludes that for Nigeria to move forward, the leadership style must be revived to ensure a sustainable subsistence of affairs of state in the 21st century.
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Abstract:Achievement motivation is the acquired tendency and one of the most important social needs. It is a disposition to strive for success in competition with others with some standard of excellence, set by the individual. In physical education teacher training curriculum there is ample scope of rigorous physical activity as well as educational and mental exercise; so the main goal of the present study was to ascertain the impact of this training in development of Achievement Motivation. This one was a longitudinal study carried out through quasi-experimental research design. A sample of 200 B.P.Ed students was chosen from different teacher education institutions of West Bengal by stratified random sampling technique. Deo-Mohan Achievement Motivation Scale (n-Ach) was administered on the sample in three different phases – at the beginning, in the middle and at the end of the session. From the Paired Samples "t" - test it was observed that there was statistically significant increase in the mean of the Sports Achievement Motivation scores from the 1st phase (M = 16.86) to the 2nd phase of testing (M = 17.90) and again to the 3rd phase of testing (M = 18.82). Again, the means of the Total Achievement Motivation scores was statistically significant increase from the 1st phase (M = 158.07) to the 2nd phase of testing (M = 171.06), and again to the 3rd phase of testing (M = 184.07).
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Abstract: Globalization has resulted in multi-cultural and diverse workforces across the globe. Diversity in a workplace increases adaptability amongst employees; different talents of various individuals have become great resources, which also result in a pool of unique contributions. As a diverse genders and culture comes together, it provides a spectrum of viewpoints to meet objectives and accomplish goals. Thus diverse work force is an environment where people accept differences rather than deny them. If we pay attention to gender differences, we just might untangle the gender communications knots and get the job done faster and make working environment hassle free. Successful organizations need to create effective communication within a diverse workforce. In order to do so, it is necessary to focus on the gender differences in communication patterns. Overlooking the differences between the two gender roles can cause confusion and biases thus consequently having a negative impact on the overall organizational performance. However, gender issues arising from misunderstanding could be reduced within the organization by establishing equilibrium between men and women. The only way to have a healthy working atmosphere within an organization is to identify the differences and find ways to bridge the communication gulf between the sexes. Through two quizzes an attempt has been made in this work to explore different approaches followed by male and female associates to communicate in an organization.

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