Nigerian Journal of Social Psychology

Group Identity and Workplace Cohesion

2026-03-31T18:29:49+00:00

This study examined the relationship between group identity and workplace cohesion within multicultural organisations, focusing on the mediating role of psychological safety and the moderating influence of inclusive leadership. Guided by Social Identity Theory, Self-Categorisation Theory, and the Common Ingroup Identity Model, the research adopted a quantitative cross-sectional design involving 142 employees from five culturally diverse organisations in Lagos, Nigeria. Standardised and validated scales were used to measure group identity, psychological safety, inclusive leadership, and workplace cohesion. Results indicated that employees with stronger identification with their organisation reported higher levels of both task and social cohesion. Psychological safety partially mediated this relationship, suggesting that identity fosters cohesion more effectively when employees feel safe to express themselves. Inclusive leadership further amplified the positive association between group identity and cohesion, underscoring the importance of leadership in shaping inclusive and cohesive organisational climates. The findings provide empirical support for the extension of social identity frameworks to multicultural organisational contexts. Findings also demonstrate that cohesion emerges not from the absence of difference but from the effective integration of diverse identities through inclusion and psychological safety.

The Impact of Flexible Work Arrangements on Employee Productivity and Organisational Commitment in the Aviation Industry

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This research examines the impact of flexible work arrangements (FWAs) on employee productivity and organizational commitment in the aviation industry. Through qualitative analysis of semi-structured interviews with 20 participants (17 employees and 3 managers) from aviation organizations, the study identifies key themes influencing the effectiveness of FWAs in this high-stakes environment. Findings reveal that FWAs significantly enhance employee productivity by enabling workers to align tasks with peak performance periods and reduce commute-related stress. The study also demonstrates that flexible arrangements foster stronger organizational commitment through improved work-life balance and reduced burnout. However, several challenges emerged, including infrastructure limitations (particularly unreliable electricity and internet connectivity), communication gaps, and varying experiences based on gender and family responsibilities. The research highlights the importance of comprehensive organizational support systems, including adequate technological infrastructure and targeted assistance for employees with care-giving duties. While FWAs offer considerable benefits, their successful implementation in the aviation industry requires careful consideration of operational demands, infrastructure capabilities, and diverse employee needs. These insights contribute to understanding how flexibility can be effectively integrated into traditionally structured environments while maintaining high performance standards.

IMPACT OF TAXATION ON ECONOMIC GROWTH IN NIGERIA (1981 – 2022)

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This study examined the impact of taxation on economic growth in Nigeria between the period 1981 and 2022 using an econometric methodology and a vector error correction estimation technique. The study sought to achieve the following objectives; to estimate the extent to which companies’ income tax revenue impact on economic growth in Nigeria; to determine whether there is significant impact of petroleum profit tax revenue on economic growth in Nigeria; and to determine whether there is significant impact of customs and excise duty revenue on economic growth in Nigeria. The empirical analysis made use of time series data on real gross domestic product, company income tax revenue, Petroleum profit tax revenue and Custom and excise duty revenue all of which are sourced mainly from CBN publications. Vector error correction was used to estimate the parameters of economic relationship existing among the specified model and the result shows that company income tax revenue, Petroleum profit tax revenue and customs and excise duties revenue all exert positive and statistically significant impact on real gross domestic product in Nigeria. Based on the finding above, the study recommended among other things that government should ensure the tax revenue generated are channeled toward building capital stock that can create more jobs which will generate more revenue to government through other forms of tax.

The Influence of Obsessive-Compulsive Traits and Gambling Addiction as Predictors of Risky Gambling Behaviours Among Undergraduate Students

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This cross-sectional study examined OC traits and obsessive-compulsive gambling tendencies as predictors of gambling behaviours among 3,712 Nigerian undergraduates. Participants completed measures including an adapted Yale-Brown Obsessive Compulsive Scale (for gambling-related obsessions/compulsions), the Problem Gambling Severity Index (PGSI), and items on gambling frequency, expenditure, and risky behaviours (e.g., chasing losses).Hierarchical multiple regression analyses, controlling for age, gender, impulsivity, anxiety, and substance use, showed that higher OC traits significantly predicted elevated PGSI scores and greater risky gambling engagement (β = 0.28–0.41, p < 0.001). Compulsive gambling features (e.g., persistent urges, preoccupation) partially mediated this relationship. Stronger obsessive-compulsive gambling patterns were linked to increased time and money spent gambling, beyond impulsivity effects. Findings position OC traits as a vulnerability factor for problematic gambling, supporting early screening in student populations and targeted cognitive-behavioural interventions addressing compulsivity and gambling urges.

Students’ Perception of Unprofessional Conduct of Therapists in the University Community and Its Impact on their Help-Seeking Behaviour in Delta State

2026-03-31T19:11:09+00:00

This study investigated students’ perceptions of unprofessional conduct among therapists within university communities and its impact on their help-seeking behaviour in Delta State. Although therapists may act within their professional competence, students may still perceive their actions as unprofessional for several reasons. The research addressed two questions and tested two null hypotheses. Employing a correlational, ex-post-facto research design, the study population included all public university students and therapists in Delta State. The sample consisted of 50 therapists or counsellors and 950 students, selected using a stratified sampling technique. Data were collected using a self-developed instrument, the Perceived Unprofessional Conducts of Therapists and Impact on Help Seeking Behaviour of Students Questionnaire (PUCTIHSBSQ), which was validated and demonstrated reliability through a pilot study using the test-retest method, yielding a coefficient index of 0.85 or higher. Descriptive statistics, including simple percentages, mean scores, and standard deviation, addressed the research questions, while Pearson Product-Moment Statistics tested the hypotheses at a 0.05 significance level. The findings revealed students have certain expectations of therapists and have formed perceptions of unprofessional conduct by therapists, such as demeanor, attitude, reporting progress report to management, breaches of confidentiality, inappropriate boundaries, and observed or experienced unprofessional behaviour, significantly impacts students’ willingness to seek help. These perceptions contribute to stigma, reduced trust, and discourage help-seeking. In conclusion, students’ perceptions of unprofessional conduct among therapists can substantially deter students from seeking assistance, thereby compromising their mental health and well-being. Prioritising professionalism, confidentiality, and trust is essential for therapists to create a supportive environment that encourages help-seeking. The professionalism of therapists is therefore critical in shaping students’ help-seeking behaviour, and universities should prioritise this to promote student mental well-being.

Intimate Partner Violence and Parents' Dysfunctional Discipline Styles

2026-03-31T19:12:02+00:00

This research examined the factors of intimate partner violence as a predictor of dysfunctional parental discipline among working women in the Alimosho Local Government Area of Lagos State, Nigeria and also tested the moderating effect of emotional regulation. The cross-sectional correlational survey design was chosen, and the data were collected among the 235 working women chosen using multistage sampling in four Local Community Development Areas. The IPV, emotional regulation and dysfunctional styles of discipline were assessed using standardized measures. The descriptive statistics, correlation analysis, multiple regression, moderation analysis (PROCESS Model 1), one-way ANOVA, and independent t-tests were used to analyze the data. Intimate partner violence (IPV) did not substantially predict overall dysfunctional discipline approaches, according to regression models (F(3,231) = 2.48, p >.05, R² =.03). However, IPV was a significant predictor of three dimensions: hostility (F(3,231) = 3.59, p <.01, R² =.05), laxness (F(3,231) = 5.71, p <.01, R² =.07), and overreactivity (F(3,231) = 6.12, p <.01, R² =.07). Dysfunctional discipline was strongly predicted by emotional regulation (F(2,232) = 4.53, p <.05, R2 =.04), especially in terms of lowering animosity and laxness. A significant IPV × emotional regulation interaction (β = −.21, t = −2.80, p =.01) was found via moderation analysis, suggesting that emotional control mitigated the detrimental effects of IPV on parenting. There were no significant effects of demographic characteristics (p >.05). The intervention to achieve better parenting outcomes should focus on emotional control and trauma-informed care of women who are exposed to IPV in the urban Nigerian community.