Journal of Management & Corporate Sustainablity

The study examined global socio-cultural challenges on organizational sustainability of multinational corporation (MNC) in South-South, Nigeria. The specific objectives are to assess the influence of socio-cultural developments on governance and explored the effect of national policy and regulations on corporate goals of multinational corporation (MNCs) in South-South, Nigeria.  The research design used in the study was a survey design. The researcher adopted primary source of data. The total population of the study was eighty thousand seven hundred and twenty-four (8724) respondents from the selected study areas. The sample size of the study was five hundred and sixty-one (561) derived from Godden formula. Simple random sampling technique was used in this study. Pearson correlation coefficient and regression model were used to test the hypotheses of the study. A total of five hundred and sixty-one (561) copies of questionnaire was administered to the selected Multinational firms in South-South, Nigeria, during the collection of the administered questionnaire, forty-nine (49) copies questionnaires were wrongly filled, misplaced, void and discarded with a percentage rate of 8.6%, while the questionnaire retrieved was five hundred and twelve (512) with a percentage ratio of 91.4% that aided the study. The findings of the study stated that Socio-cultural developments does significantly influence governance of multinational corporation (MNCs) in South-South, Nigeria. National policy and regulations does significantly influence corporate goals of multinational corporation (MNCs) in South-South, Nigeria. The study concluded that increasing mobility of firms in global markets, expansion of international joint ventures and strategic alliances, and the presence of global entrepreneurs in developing nations makes ethical market communication competence inevitable. The study recommended that socio cultural activities that could lead to such terror attacks; civil strife; and political coups must be reduced to prevent instability hindrances to global expansion of MNCs which leads to limited funding of projects in the country and discourage foreign investors.

Artificial Intelligence has emerged as a transformative force reshaping how data is analyzed, information is managed, and decisions are made across economic, industrial, and social sectors. Advances in machine learning, deep learning, and natural language processing have enabled organizations and governments to automate complex tasks, generate predictive insights, and improve efficiency and accuracy. Despite these benefits, the rapid expansion of AI has also raised concerns related to ethics, data quality, transparency, regulation, and workforce implications. The purpose of this research paper is to examine the concept, evolution, applications, and challenges of Artificial Intelligence, with particular emphasis on its role in data analysis and information management. This paper adopts a secondary data approach, drawing on textbooks, peer-reviewed academic journals, government publications, and reports from international organizations such as the World Health Organization and other reputable institutions. Key issues discussed include the historical development of AI, its core technologies, applications in data analytics and information management, economic and social impacts, sectoral relevance, and contemporary challenges such as bias, explainability, privacy, and job displacement. This research also reviews relevant theories and empirical studies to provide a balanced understanding of AI from both technical and socio-economic perspectives. In conclusion, this paper highlights that while Artificial Intelligence offers significant opportunities for innovation, productivity, and informed decision-making, its benefits can only be fully realized through responsible governance, high-quality data practices, and continuous human capacity development. These insights underscore the need for evidence-based policies, ethical frameworks, and further research to support sustainable and inclusive AI adoption.

The study examined information management strategies and decision- making process of tertiary institutions in Rivers State. The study adopted the correlational research design. The population of the study comprised the three thousand and seven (3007) academic staff of four tertiary institutions in Rivers State. A sample of three hundred and forty-six (346) respondents were selected. A 25-item structured instrument titled “Information Management Strategies and Organizational Performance Questionnaire” (IMSOPQ) was used for the collection of data analyzed using univariate analysis. The study revealed that there is a significant linear relationship between digitized data capturing and decision-making process in the tertiary institutions also, there is significant linear relationship between database management system and decision-making process in the tertiary institutions. Others other hand, there is significant linear relationship between reporting and meeting and decision-making process in the tertiary institutions. The study recommended the continuous implementation of digitized data capturing in order for effective and timeliness of decision making in the organizations. Alongside, captains and chiefs of public sector organizations should turn to database management system to as a strategy to fully service the process of effective decision making in organizations.

The study examined quality control mechanisms for goal attainment of public universities in Rivers State. Three research questions and three hypotheses guided the study. Descriptive design was adopted for the study. The population of the study consisted of all 2,457 lecturers of public universities in Rivers State. Twenty five percent (25%) of the total population was used to represent the sample of the study. The sample of the study was 614 lecturers from the three universities in Rivers State. “Quality Control Mechanisms for Goal Attainment Questionnaire (QCMFAQ” was the developed for data collection. The instrument was validated by two experts in Educational Management to preserve the face and content validity of the instrument. Test-retest method was used to establish the reliability of the study. The data generated were then analyzed using Cronbach Alpha statistic which gave a reliability index of 0.74. Descriptive statistics (mean, standard deviation) were employed to answered all the research questions while t-test was to address the hypotheses. The study concluded that accreditation, assessment and auditing were very vital for ensuring significant attainment of universities goal. Accreditation, assessment and auditing has to do with evaluation of both human and materials resources availability for mobilized for the purpose of teaching and learning as well as for the realization of university goal attainment. In terms of human resources, the mechanisms looked into staff qualifications, experiences, self-development, students database, level of infrastructure and environmental arrangements. Based on the results from the findings of the study, it was recommended, that, the National Universities Commission should ensure due process in the accreditation of Nigerian University, this will help to improve quality of university education in the nation.

The study was carried out to investigate legal framework of students’ management as a predictor of effective management of higher education in Rivers State. The study adopted correlational research design.  The population of the study was 1,666 academic staff in the six public tertiary education institutions in Rivers State. The distribution of population was:  University of Port Harcourt 550, Ignatius Ajuru University of Education 350, Rivers State University 330, Captain Elechi Amadi Polytechnic 208, Ken Benson Saro Wiwa Polytechnic Bori 120, and Federal Polytechnic of Oil and Gas Bonny 108. The sample of the study was 330 academic staff in the six public tertiary institutions in Rivers State. The sample is comprised of 220 male lecturers and 110 female lecturers representing 20% of the population. Proportionate stratified random sampling technique was used to select the sample size as follows: University of Port Harcourt 109, Ignatius Ajuru University of Education 70, Rivers State University 65, Captain Elechi Amadi Polytechnic 42, Ken Benson Saro Wiwa Polytechnic Bori 24, and Federal Polytechnic of Oil and Gas Bonny 20. The instruments used for data collection in this study were self-structured questionnaire titled: Legal Framework for Students Management Questionnaire (LFSMQ), and Effective Management of Higher Education Questionnaire (EMHEQ). These instruments were validated by two experts from the Department of Educational Management of Rivers State University. Cronbach Alpha method was used to determine the reliability index of 0.78 and 0.66 for LFSMQ and EMHEQ respectively. Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) was used to answer the research questions, while Multiple Regression was used to test the null hypotheses at 0.05 level of significance. It was found out that that legal framework on students’ admission procedures, and discipline  predicted effective management of higher education in Rivers State. Each of these dimensions had significant relationship with and predicted effective management of higher education in Rivers State. On account of these findings, it was recommended that providing a legal framework for management of students on admission procedures, and discipline will enhance effective management of higher education in Rivers State.

This article examines the nexus between social exclusion of women and persistent poverty in Eleme Local Government Area of Rivers State, Nigeria. Anchored in feminist and intersectional theoretical perspectives, the study explores how entrenched cultural norms, patriarchal structures, and economic marginalization reinforce women’s exclusion from decision-making, land ownership, and income-generating opportunities. Drawing on qualitative data from in-depth interviews with women, community leaders, and local stakeholders, the analysis highlights how systemic inequalities manifest in everyday experiences—ranging from discriminatory inheritance practices to exclusion from community governance and limited access to education and healthcare. The historical context of Eleme reveals that colonial legacies and postcolonial development policies often sidelined women, deepening existing gender hierarchies. Despite the economic significance of Rivers State as an oil-producing hub, women in Eleme remain disproportionately affected by poverty, with environmental degradation further exacerbating their vulnerability. Respondents’ narratives underscore the cyclical relationship between exclusion and poverty, where lack of participation entrenches economic dependency and social invisibility, ultimately sustaining structural inequality. The findings reveal that women’s marginalization in Eleme is not merely a product of cultural traditions but is reinforced by institutional neglect, environmental injustice, and socio-political dynamics that favor male dominance. This paper argues that addressing poverty in Eleme requires a transformative gender-sensitive approach that challenges exclusionary practices, promotes women’s rights to land and resources, and expands their roles in governance and development planning. By situating women’s lived experiences within broader debates in gender studies, the article contributes to understanding how localized patterns of exclusion intersect with poverty, and how such insights can inform inclusive development policies in Nigeria and beyond.

This study is driven by the lack of empirical data on whether ESG disclosures, especially in environmentally sensitive and weakly regulated emerging countries like Nigeria, help oil and gas corporations financially. The major goal is to determine which ESG dimension drives performance in the Nigerian oil and gas business and how environmental, social, and governance disclosure affects EPS. A census of all eight listed Nigerian oil and gas firms was used for ex post facto research. Secondary ESG disclosure data came from sustainability and annual reports, while financial data came from 2022–2023 financial statements. According to multiple regression analysis, environmental and social disclosures have negative but statistically insignificant effects on EPS, showing that they do not improve financial success in the short run. Governance disclosure has a positive and marginally significant influence on EPS, and the model explains 57% of earnings variation, showing governance practices are more value important than environmental and social reporting. The study found that governance disclosure and frameworks drive financial success for Nigerian oil and gas corporations, whereas environmental and social activities may take longer, deeper, or regulatory pressure to affect profitability. Companies should strengthen board structures, independence, and accountability; deepen and integrate environmental and social initiatives into core strategy; and regulators should improve ESG reporting requirements to improve transparency, attract responsible investors, and support long-term financial stability.