Mrs. FITZGERALD-TIBI. OJOBU AUGUSTA ONYEBUCHI
Publication Title DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY DISCONTENT ON ACADEMIC ENGAGEMENT AND MORAL BEHAVIOUR AMONG TERTIARY STUDENTS: CASE STUDY, COLLEGE OF EDUCATION AGBOR
Publication Type journal
Publisher Journal of the Nigerian Academy of Education
Publication Authors Ugoma Israel O., Iyedoh Dickson & Tibi Augusta F.
Year Published 2020-01-01
Abstract Digital technology has unified the world into a global village by
communication. The merits and demerits of digital technology are highly
debatable on issues bordering on academic achievement, gambling, yahoosm,
Bet 9ja and morality of tertiary students. Hence this study investigated these
issues among students in the College of Education Agbor. The study was a
case study involving 100-300 level students in the college, with a population of
3,000. A sample of 300 students represented the entire population. Instrument
used for data collection was digital technology on academic exercises and
moral behaviour questionnaire (DTAEMBQ). Three research questions were
raised and answered using mean (x) and standard deviation (SD). The
findings indicated a high rate of interest in social networking and moral
decadence of student in the college against academic exercises. The paper
therefore recommended among others: that government’s intervention by
creating awareness through conference organizations (local and
international) to address digital technology, content and discount is
imperative.
Publication Title ATTRITION OF STUDENTS IN SCHOOL ENROLLMENT IN HEALTH SCIENCE AND BIOLOGY: IMPLICATIONS FOR COUNSELING FOR SUSTAINABLE EDUCATION GOALS
Publication Type journal
Publisher The Educational Psychologist Vol. 12 No.1
Publication Authors Ugoma Israel O., Usifo E.C. & Augusta Fitzgerald-Tibi
Year Published 2022-09-09
Abstract Health science as a core curriculum subject for Senior Secondary School Certificate
Examination (SSSCE), has suffered great student enrolment attrition in the secondary
school and more recently, Biology, a related subject has also started experiencing the
same enrolment attrition. This study therefore examined the possible causes of the
student enrolment attrition in these core science subjects in five local government
areas of Delta State. The design adopted for the study was descriptive survey
research design. The population of the study was 6,000 SS1-SS3 students, while the
sample was 600 students. Three research questions were raised to guide the study.
The instruments for data collection were: knowledge level of students on Health
Science (KLSHS), Enrolment figure of Health Science and Biology (EFHSB) and
academic achievement of Health Science and Biology (AHSB). A simple nonparametric statistical percentage was used to answer the research questions. The
findings after analysis indicated that there was actually attrition in enrolment of
students in health science and biology in the secondary schools. The study therefore
recommended that health science and Biology be made compulsory in the schools in
view of their relevance in nation building; and that government should promote
interest in science subject for student by giving grants and scholarship to science
students
Publication Title INFLUENCE OF FAMILY TYPE AND SOCIO-ECONOMIC STATUS ON ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT OF PUPILS IN THE PRIMARY SCHOOLS IN WARRI LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF DELTA STATE – IMPLICATION FOR COUNSELLING
Publication Type journal
Publisher The Educational Psychologist Vol. 13, No.1
Publication Authors Ugoma Israel; Dickson Iyedoh & Augusta Tibi
Year Published 2019-09-09
Abstract Children thrive successfully in almost all facets of life when they belong to two
parent families. But the reverse is the case in many aspects of life when they
belong to one parent families. Hence the study examined the influence of
single parenting and socio-economic status on academic achievement of
primary school pupils in Warri Local Government Area of Delta State. The
cross-sectional research design was used for the study. A questionnaire on
socio-economic status of parent, QSESP was used to collect primary data,
while test-scores from pupils report cards were collected for secondary data.
The sample of the study was 500 primary school pupils. The mean ( ?) and SD
were used to answer the research questions while the t-test was used to test the
hypothesis. The findings showed conclusively that single parenting has
negative influence on academic achievement of pupils in the primary school.
The study therefore recommended that single parents should seek help from
relatives, NGO, Government and even religious institutions to help cater for
their children instead of involving them in petty businesses that may endanger
their lives.
Publication Title Individualism and Smartphone Use as Predictors of Work-Home- Interference among Married Women in Awka City, Anambra State
Publication Type journal
Publisher Social Sciences ResearchNnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria
Publication Authors Nneka I. Nwangwu1, Kingsley O. Anene2, Emeka A. Nwankwo3 Uche V. Okpaleke4, Ifeanyichukwu I. Okpaleke5, Augusta O. Ojobu6
Year Published 2024-08-08
Abstract The study investigated individualism and smartphone use as predictors of work-home-interference
among married women in Awka City, Anambra State. A total number of two hundred and forty-five
married women served as participant for the study: Their age ranged from 22 to 55 years with
mean age of 43.45 and standard deviation of 8.96. Purposive sampling technique was used to select
the organizations and participants. Three instruments were employed in the study: Three-
Component Individualism Scale, Smart Phone Usage Scale, and The Survey Work-Home
Interference. The study adopted Correlation design and Multiple Linear Regression as appropriate
statistics. The study revealed that individualism dimensions (autonomy and uniqueness) negatively
predicted work home interference, while self-responsibility and smart phone use positively
predicted work home interference among married women in Awka City, Anambra State. The
following recommendation was made that married women should imbibe the spirit of collectivism
in certain matters whether in the home or workplace instead of individualism; this will help in
reducing work home interference.
Publication Title Role of Interest and Social Contact on Approval of Illegal Behaviour in Awka Metropolis, Anambra State, Nigeria
Publication Type journal
Publisher ZIK Journal of Multidisciplinary Research
Publication Authors Edwin Chukwuka Enunekwu1, Augusta Onyebuchi Ojobu2, Uche V. Okpaleke3, Ifeanyichukwu I. Okpaleke4, Emeka Anthony Nwankwo5
Year Published 2024-08-01
Abstract Abstract
The study examined the role of interest and social contact on approval of illegal behaviour in Awka metropolis, Anambra State, Nigeria. Two hundred and forty-four youths drawn from Awka metropolis, Anambra state served as participants in the study. They comprised of 126(59.8%) males, and 118(40.2%) females. Their age ranged from 18 to 39 years with a mean of 28.06, and a standard deviation of 6.36. Simple random sampling was used to choose the participants. Three instruments were used: Interest Scale, Social Contact Scale (SCS), and Approval of Illegal Behaviour Scale. The study used factorial design, and Two-Way analysis of variance (ANOVA) as appropriate design and statistics. The result indicated that interest and social contact corrected model accounted for 57.8% variance on approval of illegal behaviour, with (F3, 40) = 56.09, p<.05; R = .578, R2 adjusted = .567. However, interest did not indicate a significant difference on approval of illegal behaviour in Awka metropolis, Anambra State at (F3, 40) = 3.46, p>.05 at 0.2%. Conversely, social contact showed a significant difference on approval of illegal behaviour in Awka metropolis, Anambra State at (F3, 40) = 33.34, p<.05 at 21.3%. There was a significant interaction between interest and social contact on approval of illegal behaviour among youths in Awka metropolis, Anambra State at (F3, 40) = 3.97, p<.05 at 0.3%. This implies that forensic psychologists are expected to engage in public awareness of social contact, and how it can negatively cause approval of illegal behaviour. This will help to educate youths on how to relate socially without approving illegal behaviour.
Publication Title Moderating Roles of Workplace Spirituality on Work-Life Balance and Employee Engagement among Bank Employees in Delta State
Publication Type journal
Publisher LAGOS JOURNAL OF PSYCHOLOGY
Publication Authors Ojobu Augusta-Mary Onyebuchi,Leonard Nneamaka Ezeh,Chiamaka O. Joe-Akunne
Year Published 2024-04-01
Abstract Abstract
The study examined the moderating roles of workplace spirituality on work-life balance and
employee engagement among bank employees in Delta State, Nigeria. The participants were 249
bank employees whose ages ranged from 26 and 49 years with a mean age of 33.50 years and a
standard deviation of 3.20. The study adopted a correlation design using moderated regression
statistics to test the hypotheses using two regression model. The result indicated that there were
significant correlations among the variables with the work-life balance having negative but
significant correlations with workplace spirituality and employee engagement. Analysis of the Beta
coefficient showed that work-life balance has a negative significant predictor effect on employee
engagement at ? = -0.72, p < .01 (n = 249) while workplace spirituality had a positive predicting
effect at ? = 0.44, p < .01 (n = 249). It was found that work-life balance significantly predicted
employee engagement, workplace spirituality significantly predicted employee engagement,
workplace spirituality significantly correlated work-life balance and workplace spirituality
significantly moderated the relationship between work-life balance and employee engagement
among bank employees in Delta State, implying that workplace spirituality reduced the negative
effects of work-life balance and improved employee engagement. It is recommended that there is a
need to explore factors which increase or decrease workplace spirituality among employees as this
could help management to establish motivational paradigms which may be catalysts to the
sustenance of workplace spirituality to reap its attendant organizational benefits.
Publication Title Predictive roles of workplace spirituality on employee silence and social alienation among NYSC corps members of Northern Nigeria origin in Delta State, Nigeria.
Publication Type journal
Publisher LAGOS JOURNAL OF PSYCHOLOGY
Publication Authors Augusta Onyebuchi Ojobu1 Leonard Nnaemekka Ezeh2 & Chiamaka Joe-Akunne
Year Published 2023-09-01
Abstract Abstract
The problem of social alienation in the workplace and the resultant behaviour of employee silence prompted this study. The study examined the predictive roles of workplace spirituality on employee silence and social alienation dimensions among National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members of Northern Nigeria origin working in Delta State of Nigeria. The respondents were 63 Northern NYSC workers in the Southern parts of Nigeria (38 males, 25 females) whose ages ranged from 19 to 30 years with a mean age of 24 and a standard deviation of 1.40. Participants were selected through the convenience sampling method, while the sample was determined using Gpower sampling formulae under 0.6 effect size and .05 alpha for one predictor case. Employee Silence Scale (ESS), Workplace Spirituality Scale (WSS), and Work Alienation Scale (WAS) were instruments used for data collection. Analysis revealed that workplace spirituality negatively and significantly predicted employee silence at ? = -0.29, p < .001 (n =63) and also was significant for all factors of social alienation at ? = -0.47, p < .001 (n =63). Only the meaninglessness dimension was significant at ? = -0.45, p < .004 (n =63), although, both powerlessness and self-estrangement dimensions had negative correlations with workplace spirituality; they did not reach significant proportions. The negative and significant predictive influence recorded indicates inverse impacts which imply that as workplace spirituality increases employee silence and meaninglessness social alienation reduces; and helping to reduce their negative impact on employees in the workplace. It is recommended that organizations promote a spiritual climate to foster and increase goodwill, consideration for others, collaboration and helping behaviour in the organization. These will engender organizational effectiveness and employee satisfaction.
Publication Title INFLUENCE OF EARLY SCHOOLING ON SOCIAL BEHAVIOR OF SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN DELTA STATE, NIGERIA: INTERVENTION FOR COUNSELLING
Publication Type conferenceproceeding
Publisher SOUTH AFRICA INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON EDUCATION
Publication Authors Israel O. Ugoma, Augusta O. Ojobu & Francisca C. Obi
Year Published 2022-10-28
Abstract Abstract
The Universal Basic Education (UBE) Act of 2004, placed early child care and education
(ECCE) into the mainstream of Education in Nigeria. Since then, several efforts have been
made for the education of children to begin at an earlier age. Parents push their children into
school at a very tender age and place high expectations on them. The children have to live up
to the expectation of their parents and societal demands. With so much pressure on them, they
resort to poor social behavior such as substance use and cheating in examinations. This paper
investigated the influence of early schooling on poor social behavior among adolescent students
in secondary schools in Delta state Nigeria. Descriptive survey research design was used for
the study. The population of the study was 14,479 senior secondary school two students. The
sample was 1300 early and typical students. Instrument for data collection was a substance use
inventory questionnaire (SUIQ) and examination malpractice questionnaire (EMQ). These
instruments have Cronbach alpha reliability coefficient of 0.77 and 0.67 alpha level. Two
research questions were raised and answered. Data was analyzed using percentages. Findings
from the study indicated a high degree of poor social behavior of early entrants of students to
secondary schooling in substance use abuse and examination malpractice. Based on this, the
study recommended that students should be made to start secondary schooling from the ages
of 11years, 5 years for primary school and 3-5 years for pre-school.
Publication Title DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY DISCONTENT ON ACADEMIC ENGAGEMENT AND MORAL BEHAVIOUR AMONG TERTIARY STUDENTS:CASE STUDY,COLLEGE OF EDUCATION AGBOR
Publication Type journal
Publisher Joumal of the Nigerian Academy of Education
Publication Authors Ugoma Israel O.,Iyedoh Dickson &Tibi Augusta F.
Year Published 2020-05-01
Abstract
Abstract
Digital technology has unified the world into a global village by communication.The meris and demerits of digital technology are highly debatable on issues bordering on academic achievement,gambling,yahoosm, Bet 9ja and morality of tertiary students.Hence this study investigated these issues among students in the College of Education Agbor.The study was a case study involving 100-300 level students in the college,with a population of 3,000.A sample of 300 students represented the entire population.Instrument used for data collection was digital technology on academic exercises and moral behaviour questionnaire (DTAEMBQ).Three research questions were raised and answered using mean(x)and standard deviation(SD).The findings indicated a high rate of interest in social networking and moral decadence of student in the college against academic exercises.The paper therefore recommended among others:that government's intervention by creating awareness through conference organizations (local and international)to address digital technology,content and discount is imperative.
Publication Title INFLUENCE OF FAMILY TYPE AND SOCIO-ECONOMIC STATUS ON ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT OF PUPILS IN THE PRIMARY SCHOOLS IN WARRI LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF DELTA STATE-IMPLICATION FOR COUNSELLING
Publication Type journal
Publisher Journal of Nigerian Council of Educational Psychologist (NCEP)
Publication Authors Ugoma Israel;Dickson lyedoh &Augusta Tibi
Year Published 2019-09-01
Abstract Abstract
Children thrive successfiully in almost all facets oflife when they belong to wo parent families.But the reverse is the case in many aspects of life when they belong to one parent families.Hence the study examined the influence of single parenting and socio-economic status on academic achievement of primary school pupils in Warri Local Government Area of Delra State.The cross-sectional research design was used for the study.A questionnaire on socio-economic status of parent,QSESP was used to collect primary data, while test-scores from pupils report cards were collected for secondary data. The sample of the study was 500 primary school pupils.The mean(z)and SD were used to answer the research questions while the t-test was used to test the hypothesis.The findings showed conclusively that single parenting has negative influence on academic achievement of pupils in the primary school. The study therefore recommended that single parents should seek help from relatives,NGO,Government and even religious institutions to help cater for their children instead of involving them in petty businesses that may endanger their lives
Publication Title An Empirical Study Of The Influence Of Intrinsic Motivation,Self-Efficacy Expectancy And Peer Pressure On The Academic Performance Of Secondary School Students.
Publication Type journal
Publisher Jounnal of Contemporary Issves in Education and Development Jounnal of Contemporary Issves in Education and Development Jounnal of Contemporary Issves in Education and Development Jounnal of Contemporary Issves in Education and Development
Publication Authors Augusta Fitzgerald-Tibi, Dr Pauline Ifeyinwa Tibi
Year Published 2017-08-01
Abstract This study examined the relationship berween intrinsic motivation,selfefficacy expectancy,peer pressure and academic performance ofpublic school students in Oshimili North Local Government Area(ONLGA)ofDelta State.A thirty item Likert scale questionnaire with a reliability coeficient of 0.69 was administered to thirty five students each from six public schools in total.Two hundred and ten questionnaires were collected by the researcher.Three research questions were raised which gave rise to three hypotheses formulated for the study.The hypotheses were statistically analysed using the Pearson product-moment correlation method at 0.05 level of significance.The study revealed that to a high degree ofsignificance there is arelationship between intrinsic motivation and academic performance ofstudents;a student that is self-motivated to produce academic excellence does better academically than a student that is not self-motivated towards academic achievement. There is a significant relationship berween selfeficacy expectancy of students and academic performance;students that believe in themselves,their ability and capability perform better academically than students that do not believe in themselves.This study also revealed that peer pressure inftuences the academic performance of secondary school students in ONLGA of Delta state.The study recommended that teacher training programmes should incorporate innovative techniques in training the student teacher on how to psychologically stimulate students towards being self-motivated,believing in themselves and also not allowing the influence of peers hinder their academic performance.
Publication Title ACADEMIC CHALLENGES AND THE ISSUE OF PREGNANCY AND PARENTING AMONG STUDENTS OF THE COLLEGES OF EDUCATION AGBOR: IMPLICATION FOR COUNSELING
Publication Type journal
Publisher African Journal of Studies in Education
Publication Authors UGOMA, ISRAEL, IYEDOH DICKSON AND TIBI, AUGUSTA
Year Published 2016-11-01
Abstract Abstract
Recently, the incidence of teenage students’ pregnancy and parenting has been on the increase geometrically, in the college of education, agbor. The study therefore explored the possible causes and the academic influence on the teenage students parents in the college. A sample of 300 students, out of which were 50 pregnant and parenting students was used, the population been 3, 388 for year 2 and 3 students. The instrument used for data collection were: influnce of povert of students parenting questionnaire(IPSPQ), influence of peer pressure on student parenting questionnaire (IPPSPQ), permissive administrative rule on students parenting questionnaire (PARSPQ) and students academic record (SAR). Two research questions were raised and answered. Percentage and ranking were used to analysed the data collected. The result obtained after the data analysis revealed that poverty and permissive administrative rules are the major factors of student parenting in the college. Based on this, some recommendations; the prohibition of students with tender children in classes and examination halls and also the offer of grands or scholarship to students to alleviate poverty were given.
Publication Title THE INFLUENCE OF SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY RELATIONSHIP ON ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT OF PUPILS IN IKA SOUTH LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF DELTA STATE
Publication Type journal
Publisher African Journal of Studies in Education
Publication Authors UGOMA ISRAEL O.;IYEDOH DICKSON &AUGUSTA .F.TIBI
Year Published 2015-08-01
Abstract Abstract
This study surveyed the relationship berween school and the community on academic achievement of the pupils.Two communities,rural and urban were compared in Ika South Local Government Area of Delta State.The population of the study was made up of 300 primary six pupils in four selected primary schools in both the rural and urban communities.Meanwhile,the sample was made up of 75 primary six pupils in the rural and urban communities,and 61 members of the communities.Instruments used for the collection of data were the mathematics achievement test (MAT),English language achievement test (EAT),Elementary science Achievement Test (ESAT),for the pupils and Questionnaires on cultural activities of the community (QCAC)for members of the communities.Three research questions were raised and answered using the mean(x) and standard Deviation(SD)while,a hypothesis was tested at 0.05 alpha level using t- test.The result gotten after the data analysis showed that there was a significant influence on pupils academic achievement where there was a positive relationship between the school and the community.Based on this,some relevant recommendations were make.
Publication Title THE LINK BETWEEN QUALITY EDUCATION AND THE 9-YEAR BASIC EDUCATION CURRICULUM:ITS INFLUENCE ON ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT OF STUDENTS
Publication Type journal
Publisher Joumal of Education in Developing Areas (JEDA)
Publication Authors Ugoma Israel O, Iyedoh Dickson, Augusta Tibi
Year Published 2019-10-01
Abstract Abstract
To be a developed nation,advanced in science and technologies and reliant on its stable economics,a workable,flexible,moderate and casily accessible curriculum is the focal nucleus.This is why this study examined the present 9-year basic education curriculum and its influence on the cognitive development and academic achievement of the primary and secondary school children,their age,and their readiness to assess the curriculum in formal educational setting.The study critically examined the influence of the curriculum on academic achievement of junior secondary school students from 2011-2017 and primary school pupils in mathematics and English language in Sapele Local government area of Delta State.The ex-post factor research design was used for the study.Samples of 40 primary three pupils'school records were obtained to analyze the data.Two research questions were raised and answered using the mean(x)and standard deviation(SD)while one hypothesis was tested at 0.05 alpha level.The findings showed that a complex and overloaded curriculum can contribute to low academic achievement of pupils and students in schools.Based on this, recommendations were made that:a scientific review of the present loaded curriculum be made to suit the needs of the country and the developing child.
Publication Title THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN TERTIARY STUDENTS'DIGITAL TECHNOLOGICAL EXPERIENCE.ACADEMIC ENGAGEMENT AND ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT IN PSYCHOLOGY IN DELTA STATE, NIGERIA.
Publication Type conferenceproceeding
Publisher International Technology, Education and Development Conference
Publication Authors Ugoma,F.Obi, A.Ojobu
Year Published 2022-03-08
Abstract Abstract
Students'Digital Technological Experience,Academic Engagement and Academic Achievement have always been a prerequisite for effective learning.Especlally their relationship in determining academic achievement has been a debate in the field of psychology.Digital Technology from the onsets in the 21st century,has been instrumental to easy access to knowledge,research integration as well as achievement and experience for manpower production in national growth and development.The study examined the relationship that exists among tertiary students'digital Technological experience, academic engagement and academic achievement in three tertlary schools in Delta State Nigeria,-such as the unlversity,Polytechnic and the college of Education.A corelational research design was used for the study.Population of the study comprised 12,500 students drawn from the three difforent tertiary schools,while the sample was made up of 600 students.Multistage sampling distrbution through simple random sampling was used to select the 600 students.Instruments for data collections were the Digital Media Technology (DMT),Students Engagement and Experience Questlonnalre (SEEQ)and Students ArnAamisAchinMomant OunofnnnnTAAOI Tho Cronhoch'e nInha rafishitf,'mnthnd wae uend to determine the consistency of the tems.Rellabllty indices of 0.84,0.85 and 0.74 were high enough for the instruments.Three research questions were raised and answered,using Pearson correlation,while three null hypotheses were tested at 005 alpha level,using multple regresslon.The findings after the analysis indicated that academic achievement of students in Psychology showed a very low positive relationship with technology.It also showed a very low postive relationship engagement with students in Psychology.Students technological experience and academic engagement do not significantly predict their achievement in Psychology.Recommendations based on the findings were given such that, parents and lecturers should help to guide undergraduate students on thelr healthy use of digital Technology to match with their academic engagement and exerclses so as to lead to high academic achievement.
Publication Title Moderating Role Of Body Appreciation On The Relationship Between Body Esteem And Social Media Usage Of Undergraduate Students of Dennis Osadebe University Asaba
Publication Type conference
Publisher Nigerian Psychological Association
Publication Authors Ojobu Augusta-Mary Onyebuchi (PhD)
Year Published 2024-10-01
Abstract Abstract
The rapid proliferation of social media has significantly altered the communication landscape, particularly among young adults and adolescents. The study examined the moderating role of body appreciation on the relationship between body esteem and social media usage of Undergraduate students of Dennis Osadebe University Asaba. A total of one hundred and twenty-six (126) undergraduates drawn from Dennis Osadebe University Asaba served as participants for the study. Accidental sampling technique was used in selecting the participants. The participants consisted of 35 (27.8%) male and 91 (72.2%) female students. The participants’ ages range from 19 to 29 years with a mean age of 23.90 and a standard deviation of 3.40. Three instruments were used in the study: Body appreciation Scale, Body Esteem Scale for Adolescents and Adults and The Social Media Use Scale. The study adopted correlational design and Multiple Linear Regressions. The results showed that be-appearance of dimension of body esteem had positive significant prediction on social media usage at (F6, 119) ?= .05, t= .59, p<.01. Be-weight of dimension of body esteem predicted social media usage negatively at (F6, 119) ?= -.21, t= 1.76, p<.01. Be-attribution of dimension of body esteem predicted social media usage at (F6, 119) ?= ?= -.07, t= -.52, p<.01. The moderating results showed that body appreciation negatively moderated interaction between be-appearance of dimension of body esteem and social media usage at (F6, 119) ?= -.01, t= -.13, p<.01. Body appreciation negatively moderated interaction between be-weight of dimension of body esteem and social media usage at (F6, 119) ?= -.04, t= -.30, p<.01. Body appreciation positively moderated interaction between be-attribution of dimension of body esteem and social media usage at (F6, 119) ?= .19, t= -1.49, p<.01. The findings suggest that fostering body appreciation could serve as a protective factor, helping students maintain positive self-concepts despite the challenges posed by social media. These insights have important implications for mental health interventions and educational strategies aimed at improving body image and overall well-being among university students.Hence, the study recommends that social media having positive benefits for undergraduate students should be condemned rather be encouraged by boosting the body appreciation of undergraduate students to produce positive body esteem.
Publication Title PSYCHOLOGICAL EFFECTS OF SOCIAL MEDIA USAGE ON SECONDARY AND TERTIARY STUDENTS IN THE SOUTH-SOUTH ZONE OF NIGERIA.
Publication Type conference
Publisher Nigerian Psychological Association
Publication Authors UGOMA ISRAEL OBEDJEMURHO (Ph.D), AUGUSTA ONYBUCHI OJOBU (Ph.D)
Year Published 2024-10-01
Abstract ABSTRACT
Social media has successfully created a web to connect mankind into a complex cycle of interactions. With its many platforms, information is passed with a speed of light. Nonetheless, social media is not without negativity and side effects. This study investigated the psychological effects of social media usage on the individual, especially teenage and adolescent students in the secondary and tertiary schools. Population of the study was 5000 students, with a sample of 650 males and females students in urban and rural secondary schools, as well as in the university. In instruments for data collection was social media usage questionnaire (SMUQ), which was fully validated. The Cronbach's alpha method was used to determine the reliability of the instrument, hence the alpha coefficient of 0.72 was obtained. Two research questions were raised in the study, and were answered using statistical percentage to determine the psychological effects of social media usage. Findings from the study showed that students face the risk of psychosomatic diseases due to imbalance usage of social media. Based on this, recommendations were given, such that: students should set a balance between social media usage, academic engagement and healthy quality sleep.
Publication Title PREDICTIVE ROLE OF WORK_LIFE BALANCE ON THE WORK ENGAGEMENT OF BANK EMPLOYEES MODERATING ROLE OF WORKPLACE SPIRITUALITY
Publication Type journal
Publisher Paper accepted for publication in the NIGERIAN JOURNAL OF SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY
Publication Authors OJOBU, A.O.
Year Published 2024-10-31
Abstract ABSTRACT
The study examined work-life balance, work alienation dimensions as predictors of work engagement, and the
moderating role of workplace spirituality of bank employees. The problem of having a lower level of work-life
balance and feelings of work alienation dimensions have left bank employees with lower levels of work
engagement. Workplace spirituality was introduced to strengthen the work-life balance to boost the work
engagement of bank employees. Workplace spirituality was also introduced to weaken the alienation feelings of
bank employees as an attempt to boost their work engagement. The participants were 443 bank employees
drawn from 34 commercial banks located in the three commercial cities of Asaba, Sapele and Warri. The ages
of participants ranged from 25-42 years, mean age of 31.72 and a standard deviation of 5.40. The participant’s
ranks were Assistant Banking Officers, Banking Officers, Senior Banking Officers and Assistant Managers.
Only professional bank employees participated in the study and the educational qualifications of the
participants were Ph.D., M.Sc. and B.Sc. The study adopted a cross-sectional correlational design using
Pearson r moment correlation and hierarchical linear regression analysis to test the hypotheses managed by
SPSS version 23. Analysis of the beta coefficient showed that Work-life balance predicted work engagement at,
?= .25, p<.01, therefore the first hypothesis was accepted. The Powerlessness dimension of work alienation
predicted employee engagement at ?= .18, p<.01, and the meaninglessness dimension of work alienation on
employee work engagement behaviour at, ?= -.22, p<.01. In contrast, the self-estrangement dimension of work
alienation predicted work engagement at, ?= .14, p<.01, therefore the second hypothesis and its subdimensions
were also accepted. The moderation result revealed that workplace spirituality did not moderate
the relationship between work-life balance and work engagement at, ?= -.01, p>.01. The third hypothesis was
thus rejected. Workplace spirituality did not moderate the relationship between the work alienation dimensions
and work engagement at, ?= .01, p>.01, therefore the fourth hypothesis and its sub-dimensions were rejected.
The findings imply that the presence of work-life balance will increase the work engagement of bank
employees therefore, the higher the work-life balance, the higher the work engagement of bank employees.
Also, work alienation dimensions will hinder the work engagement of bank employees in Delta State, therefore,
the higher the work alienation dimensions the lower the work engagement of bank employees. It is
recommended that the banking sector creates policies targeted at strengthening the work-life balance of bank
employees and policies that reduce the presence of work alienation dimensions of powerlessness,
meaninglessness and self-estrangement in driving up the work engagement behaviour of bank employees. The
findings of this study have revealed an intriguing relationship between work-life balance, work alienation
dimensions and work engagement of bank employees in Delta State, in that when work-life balance increases,
work engagement increases and when the powerlessness, meaninglessness and self-estrangement dimensions
of alienation increase work engagement decreases and vice-versa. Understanding this relationship will guide
the policies governing the organisational culture of banks in Delta State in implementing and enforcing
policies geared towards a balanced work-life and significantly reduced feelings of powerlessness,
meaninglessness and self-estrangement dimensions of alienation.
Publication Title mitigating work alienation through workplace spirituality among bank employees
Publication Type journal
Publisher ESUT Journal of Social Sciences
Publication Authors OJOBU. A.O.
Year Published 2024-10-01
Abstract Abstract
This study examines the role of workplace spirituality in mitigating work alienation and
enhancing work engagement among bank employees in Delta State, Nigeria. In the
context of Nigeria's evolving banking sector, where reforms and competitive pressures
demand high levels of employee engagement, alienation poses a significant barrier to
optimal work performance. The research investigates how the dimensions of work
alienation—powerlessness, meaninglessness, and self-estrangement—affect employee
engagement and how workplace spirituality can serve as a moderating factor in reducing
these negative effects. By integrating workplace spirituality into the organisational
culture, banks may foster a more supportive environment that enhances employees' sense
of belonging, purpose, and connection to their work. Data were collected from bank
employees using structured questionnaires that measured levels of work engagement,
work alienation, and workplace spirituality. Findings indicate that workplace spirituality
significantly moderates the negative impact of work alienation, suggesting that spiritual
practices in the workplace can play a crucial role in improving employee well-being,
engagement, and overall organisational productivity.
Publication Title THE INFLUENCE OF WORK-LIFE BALANCE ON THE PHYSICAL HEALTH OUTCOMES AMONG UNIVERSITY LECTURERS
Publication Type journal
Publisher PAPER ACCEPTED FOR PUBLICATION IN THE NIGERIAN JOURNAL PF PSYCHOLOGY
Publication Authors OJOBU, A.O.
Year Published 2024-10-25
Abstract Abstract
This study investigates the influence of work-life balance on the physical health outcomes of
university academics at the University of Delta, Agbor. Work-life balance has become an
increasingly important factor in ensuring the physical and mental well-being of individuals,
particularly in high-stress professions like academia. The study employed the Work-Life Balance
Scale (WLBS) and the Physical Health Questionnaire (PHQ) to examine how aspects of work-life
balance correlate with specific physical health outcomes, such as sleep disturbances, headaches,
gastrointestinal problems, and respiratory infections. The findings reveal that poor work-life
balance is significantly correlated with increased occurrences of sleep disturbances and
headaches. No significant relationship was found between work-life balance and gastrointestinal
or respiratory problems. These findings underline the importance of creating supportive work
environments that help academics achieve better work-life balance, thereby improving their
physical health outcomes.