International Journal of Emerging Multidisciplinaries: Social Science

Recurring Floods and Public Health in Nigeria : Historical Reflections from the Benue Valley (2012–2022)

Anuye Steve Paul , Iveryol Sunday Kaave , Godwin John Utagye — Sat, 23 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000

The Benue Valley, located in North Central Nigeria and encompassing parts of Benue, Taraba, Kogi, and Nasarawa States, has faced increasingly devastating flooding events since 2012, exacerbated by excessive rainfall and the release of water from Cameroon’s Lagdo Dam. This study examines the public health implications of recurring floods in the region using a qualitative historical methodology and multidisciplinary analysis. Findings reveal widespread damage to health infrastructure, increased breeding of disease vectors such as mosquitoes, water pollution, and outbreaks of malaria, cholera, and typhoid. The destruction of clinics and displacement of residents severely limited access to healthcare, placing strain on surviving facilities. The study recommends structural interventions, including the construction of buffer dams, river dredging, and improved drainage systems, alongside policies to relocate vulnerable populations and increase access to clean water.

The Role of the Catholic Church towards the Youths and Skills Acquisition in Jalingo Metropolis, Taraba State-Nigeria

Bakari Stephen. P , Daikwo Onazi. L, Tensaba Andes Akafa — Fri, 22 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Youths are said to be the future leaders of any country in the world, Nigeria inclusive. It is also a general belief that government all over the world try to invest strategically in her youth for them to be able to assume the position of leadership when the time comes. In spite of this, it appears that the training, the investment of the Nigerian governments as well as the socialization of youth in Nigeria and Taraba State in particular, seem to be inadequate because many of them instead of contributing meaningfully to the development of the society, they are doing otherwise. The Catholic Church in one of its spirited effort to combat this problem introduced the Skills Acquisition Programme to develop, empower and engage the youth in the State. This theoretical study, therefore, assessed the role of the Catholic Church in skill acquisition, employment opportunities for youth beneficiaries, reduce their involvement in social vices, improved their standard of living. The main thrust of this paper, therefore, is to showcase to the world how the catholic church as contributed in youth development and also to continue to challenge the Church as a model and vital social institution to use its gifts, resources and experiences to help young people become useful citizens. The recommendations that were made include: (a) that the church should facilitate the on-going reforms in the financial sector with the aim of reducing the obstacles in obtaining soft loans. The church should influence government policy to properly stream-line an efficient process of registering a business or enterprise with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC).

Decolonizing College Governance in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa: Autonomy Challenges in Curriculum, Evaluation, and Institutional Structure

Tahir Naseem, Khalid Khan — Sat, 25 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This investigation focuses on structural and legal challenges that prevent Khyber Pakhtunkhwa colleges from being fully independent. These colleges function under a dual legal system, i.e., intermediate classes under Education Code 1935 and undergrad programs under University Act, that is weakening. The first part is governed by an old colonial law, while the other is related to a newer law. Such a legal framework has created jurisdictional chaos, aggravated by the overlapping mandates of several independent directorates and councils. Although the national policy envisions a unified rational system, ‘structural inertia’ and ‘bureaucratic resistance’ indeed maintain a resistance to this rationalization. Using the tools of historical and comparative analysis, in this study, the author asserts that the frameworks of colonialism, together with a deficient designed system, block the academic, administrative, and financial autonomy of these colleges. The paper ends with practical and concrete policy suggestions aimed to help the lawmakers in the province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa develop a legislative framework to govern the higher education system in the province in a decolonized and coherent way.

The Husein Đozo's Theological Views

Samed Omerdic — Sun, 26 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Although Bosnia and Herzegovina is not a traditional center of Islamic scholarship and thought, it holds a privileged position in its geography, both historically and today, due to its Islamic past. Indeed, Muslim scholars from Bosnia and Herzegovina have undertaken significant roles in the theoretical and practical interpretations and activities of Islam conducted in the Balkans and Europe over the last two centuries. The Balkans constitute a central hub for the definition and interpretation of Islam in every sense. Here, too, some scholars generate ideas in the field of Islam, engaging with classical Islamic sciences on one hand, while simultaneously offering new interpretations in the face of evolving and changing conditions without compromising the religion's fundamental aims. Husein Đozo is one such scholar.

This article examines Husein Đozo's reformist Islamic thought through his works. Living in a multi-religious and multi-cultural society, within the Federal People's Republic of Yugoslavia (SFRY) in the heart of Europe and, in 1963, within the Socialist Federal Republic of Yugoslavia, Husein Đozo's unique ability to subject Islamic thought to a reformist interpretation within this environment was undeniably one of the most important figures, indeed the foremost, to embrace the reformist movement in the former Yugoslavia in the second half of the 20th century. His reformist thought acquired a "local" dimension in Yugoslavia, becoming a legacy for future generations.

Husein Đozo's theological views were examined under topic main headings of theology, including the existence and unity of Allah, faith, attributes of Allah, fate and destiny.

Pathways to Sustainable WASH: Evaluating Long-Term Access to Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene in Mangu LGA, Plateau State

Bibot Sule Haruna , Audu Tawus Bidas , Usani Uguru Usani — Sat, 15 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Access to safe water, improved sanitation, and hygienic practices remains a cornerstone of sustainable development and public health. This study investigates the long-term accessibility and sustainability of Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) services in Mangu Local Government Area (LGA) of Plateau State, Nigeria. Despite numerous interventions, communities within the LGA continue to face disparities in access to clean water and basic sanitation infrastructure. Employing a mixed-methods approach that integrates household surveys, stakeholder interviews, and geospatial analysis, this research examines the adequacy, functionality, and resilience of existing WASH systems. Key indicators such as water source reliability, latrine usage, and hygiene behavior were analyzed in the context of environmental, institutional, and socio-economic factors. Findings reveal that while progress has been made, sustainability is threatened by infrastructural decay, weak governance structures, and limited community engagement. The study concludes with practical recommendations for strengthening WASH governance, enhancing community participation, and promoting adaptive strategies to ensure equitable and lasting access. These insights offer valuable guidance for policymakers, development partners, and local actors committed to achieving Sustainable Development Goal 6 in similar rural contexts.

Deconstructing the Other: Female Subjectivity and Desire in Maud Ventura's My Husband

Abhidnya Bhave — Fri, 31 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000

My Husband (2023) by Maud Ventura delves into the life of a protagonist who is both obsessed and devoted, with her identity being entirely enveloped by her marriage. Describing herself as “lucky” to have a husband who gave her three children and a domestic life, her autonomy is restricted to her role as his “wife”. The novel’s potential to be analysed as a feminist critique of subjectivity and desire further demonstrates that marriage as an institution of patriarchy casts women as the other by limiting their autonomy and subjectivity and erasing and silencing their desire. This paper applies Simone De Beauvoir’s “Woman as Other” and Luce Irigaray’s “This Sex Which is Not One” as frameworks to examine how My Husband (2023) portrays female subjectivity as relational to men and defined within patriarchal structures, and their desire as erased and defined within those structures.

Towards Industry 5.0 Application in the Nigerian Construction Sector for a Sustainable Built Environment

Manbyen Rimtip, Inimbom Walter Isang ; David Ojimaojo Ebiloma — Mon, 15 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Despite garnering increasing attention, the fifth Industrial revolution (IR 5.0) remains unexplored in Nigeria. This study therefore evaluates IR 5.0 application in the Nigerian construction sector, with a view to strategizing pathways to enhance its application for a sustainable built environment. A qualitative research approach was applied to elicit response from professionals in Nigeria. Percentages and thematic analysis were used to analyze the result. The result shows that a foundational understanding of IR 5.0 exists. However, varied interpretations of the concept impedes its awareness. Key challenges were found to include poor infrastructure, high cost of technology, lack of sufficient training opportunities, and the absence of government policies and incentives. Altogether, this have resulted in a rather limited application of IR 5.0. Hence, the study strategizes that increased awareness, infrastructural and technological development, collaboration, and training programs can play a unique role in enhancing IR 5.0 application in the Nigerian construction sector. The paper’s contribution to knowledge lies in providing a holistic insight on the emerging trends of IR 5.0 in Nigeria. Empirical evidence supports a promising foundation for IR 5.0 to build upon in sustainable materials, renewable energy systems and artificial intelligence towards a more sustainable built environment in Nigeria.

Evaluating the Impact of Social Media Marketing on the Growth and Performance of Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs)

Ibrahim Abubakar Mohamed , Xuedong Liang — Fri, 31 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This study investigates how social media marketing influences the growth and performance of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Somalia, with a focus on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Using a cross-sectional survey design, data were collected from 127 SMEs across five major cities: Mogadishu, Hargeisa, Kismayo, Baidoa, and Borama. Business growth was assessed through indicators such as increased sales revenue, customer base expansion, and market reach, while improvements in brand awareness and customer engagement measured performance. The findings show that 67% of respondents reported enhanced customer engagement and brand awareness, and 54% indicated higher sales revenue linked to social media campaigns. Regression results revealed that Facebook had the strongest impact on both growth (β = 0.625, R² = 0.391, p < 0.001) and performance (β = 0.581, R² = 0.337, p < 0.001). Instagram contributed moderately to growth (β = 0.547, R² = 0.299, p < 0.001) and performance (β = 0.509, R² = 0.259, p < 0.001), while TikTok showed a weaker but significant effect on growth (β = 0.219, R² = 0.048, p = 0.012) and limited effect on performance (β = 0.215, R² = 0.046, p = 0.015). Combined regression models explained over 92% of the variance in SME growth and 85% in performance, highlighting the synergistic benefits of multi-platform strategies. These findings underscore the strategic importance of social media marketing for Somali SMEs and point to the need for targeted digital training and policy support to maximize its potential.

The Human Search for Meaning in the Postmodern Age of Speed: The Influence of Ibn al-Waqt as a Sufi Teaching in the Context of Religious Education

Fatma Nur Bozkaya — Fri, 10 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000

The postmodern era has radically transformed the individual’s relationship with time and meaning; fixed truths, rooted identities, and coherent value systems have been replaced by temporary, relative, and fragmented structures. This transformation has caused a significant rupture in the individual's quest for meaning. In particular, the culture of speed, consumption, and superficiality has stripped the concept of time of its depth. The concept of Ibn al-Waqt (Child of the Moment) in Sufi thought offers an alternative model of existence in response to this crisis. It proposes that instead of being trapped in the sorrow of the past or the anxiety of the future, the individual should perceive the present moment as a divine manifestation.
This study examines the influence of the Ibn al-Waqt doctrine on the postmodern individual’s search for meaning, exploring its psychological, educational, and spiritual dimensions. Based on an evaluation of relevant literature, it is concluded that this understanding strengthens individual mental well-being, brings inner awareness and depth to religious education, and offers a Sufi perspective on the modern crisis of meaning. The study also reveals that the Ibn al-Waqt teaching is not merely a mystical concept of the past but a meaningful and applicable response to the existential problems of modern humans.

Sibaweh's Jahr (Sonority) and Hams (Whisper) In the Light of Modern Linguistic Studies

Ahmad Muhammad Qaddoor ; Munzer Absi, Douha M. Saoud — Wed, 01 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This research paper discusses Sibaweh's study of phonology. Sibaweh was a leading grammarian, second only to Al-Khalil ibn Ahmed Al-Farahidi. He contributed a precise, brief, but comprehensive description of sounds. Therefore, he has been an exemplary model for those who followed his steps, up until our time.

This research aims to re-evaluate Sibaweh's scholarship in the light of new findings in the field of phonology, especially applied phonology, and in its most prominent achievement, sonority (loudness) and whispering (lack of loudness or aspiration).

What Sibaweh presented with regards to his study of the place of articulation was a novel and original scientific universal idea, acknowledged by fair-minded modern linguists. His contribution, aside from its being an Arab-Islamic legacy, is a unique one in the history of linguistics, modern and old.

A New Method in Qualitative Research: The Continuously Customized Sociopolitical Analysis Model (CCSA)

Firuz Demir Yasamis — Tue, 05 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Classical research methods applied in the analysis of social and political structures typically rely on fixed theoretical frameworks and predefined variables. However, conflict zones, multi-actor structures, and constantly changing power balances often render these methods insufficient for fully capturing social realities. This study introduces the Continuously Customized Sociopolitical Analysis Model (CCSA), developed to overcome such limitations, and illustrates its application through practical examples. The fundamental assumption of the model is that social and political structures are not static but process-oriented, dynamic, and too multilayered to be analyzed independently of their context. The model's analytical capacity is assessed through the case studies of Syria, Ukraine, Libya, and Turkey.