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TIDS Journal of Development Now Available — Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2026
The Institute for Development Synergy (TIDS) announces the maiden edition of the TIDS Journal of Development (TJD), a multidisciplinary, peer-reviewed quarterly publication dedicated to research, policy dialogue, and innovative solutions to development challenges. Print ISSN: 3122-0401 Online ISSN: 3121-9934 The journal will soon be available on our Open Journal System platform.
Margaret Ejeh
April 30, 2026
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TIDS Journal of Development — Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2026

The Institute for Development Synergy (TIDS), Abuja, is pleased to announce the release of the maiden edition of the  TIDS Journal of Development (TJD), Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2026.  

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The TIDS Journal of Development is a multidisciplinary, peer-reviewed quarterly publication established to provide a credible platform for scholarly and professional research on development issues at national, regional, and global levels.

This first edition reflects the institute’s commitment to promoting evidence-based research, policy dialogue, innovative ideas, and practical solutions to the complex socio-economic, political, institutional, educational, health, security, and governance challenges facing developing societies.

Print ISSN: 3122-0401
Online ISSN: 3121-9934

The journal is published by The Institute for Development Synergy (TIDS), FCT Abuja.


About the Maiden Edition

The maiden edition brings together a wide range of academics, researchers, policy analysts, and development practitioners from universities, polytechnics, research institutions, and professional bodies across Nigeria and beyond.

The articles published in this issue cover themes such as participatory development communication, public health, mental health communication, correctional service rehabilitation, sustainable economic growth, public security, climate-induced migration, environmental law, democratic governance, public-private partnerships, entrepreneurship, civic education, and institutional development.

Through this publication, TIDS continues to advance its mission of bridging research, policy, and practice for sustainable development.


Editorial Leadership

The editorial leadership of the journal includes:

Editor-in-Chief:

Ejimonu, Chizowa Emmanuel, PhD

The Institute for Development Synergy, Abuja.

Managing Editor:

Ejimonu, Nwokodike Charles, PhD

The Institute for Development Synergy, Abuja.

Associate Editors:

  1. Anyanwu, Christiantu Izuchukwu, PhD — Veritas University, Abuja.
  2. Onyekachi Akoma, PhD — European University of Nigeria, Abuja.
  3. Attah, Emmanuel Ojoma, PhD — Ave Maria University, Piyanko, Nasarawa State.
  4. Ndukwu, George Odochi, PhD — The Institute for Development Synergy, Abuja.

Contributors and Institutions

The maiden edition features contributions from scholars and professionals drawn from a wide range of institutions, including:


  1. Igbaba, Sunday Ogbu, PhD — Department of Theatre and Cultural Studies, Nasarawa State University, Keffi, Nigeria.

  2. Eringha, Azubike Charles, PhD — Film and Media Arts, Institute of Strategic and Development Communication, Nasarawa State University, Keffi, Nigeria.

  3. Ezeugwu, Cindy Anene, PhD — Department of Theatre and Film Studies, University of Nigeria, Nsukka, Nigeria.

  4. Ndukwu, George Odochi, PhD — The Institute for Development Synergy, Abuja, Nigeria.

  5. Etuk, Eno Elizabeth — Film and Media Arts, Institute of Strategic and Development Communication, Nasarawa State University, Keffi, Nigeria.

  6. Onuzulike, Ogeh Cynthia — Institute of Strategic and Development Communication, Nasarawa State University, Keffi, Nigeria.

  7. Adejoh, Monday Emmanuel — Apudi Institute of Peace Studies and Social Rehabilitation, Nasarawa State University, Nigeria.

  8. Nzotta, Nwamaka Ujunwa, PhD — Department of General Studies, Federal University of Technology, Owerri, Nigeria.

  9. Orji, Uchenna Franklin, PhD — Department of Mass Communication, Imo State Polytechnic, Omuma, Nigeria.

  10. Ebenyi, Gabriel Okechukwu — Department of Economics, Renaissance University, Ugbawka, Enugu State, Nigeria.

  11. Nwanosike, Dominic Udochukwu — Department of Economics, Clifford University, Owerrinta, Abia State, Nigeria.

  12. Agbo, Blessing Onyinye — Department of Accountancy, Renaissance University, Ugbawka, Enugu State, Nigeria.

  13. Anyanwu, Kelechi Clara — Department of Economics and Development, Alex-Ekwueme Federal University, Ndufu-Alike Ikwo, Nigeria.

  14. Onuh, Felicia Achenyo — Department of Food Science and Technology, Federal Polytechnic Idah, Kogi State, Nigeria.

  15. Virginia Ifeyinwa Onuorah — Faculty of Social Sciences, Department of Public Policy and Governance, School of Postgraduate Studies, Nasarawa State University, Keffi, Nigeria.

  16. Mustapha Abdullahi Sheikh — Department of Aviation Business, African Aviation and Aerospace University, Abuja, Nigeria.

  17. Bob Odey Ushie — Department of Political Science and International Relations, Nile University of Nigeria, Abuja, Nigeria.

  18. Stephen Adebayo Adeyemi — Department of Public Administration, Ekiti State Polytechnic, Isan-Ekiti, Nigeria.

  19. Abubakar Musa — Department of Political Science, Kaduna State University, Kaduna, Nigeria.

  20. Abdulkarim Abdullahi — Department of Political Science and International Relations, Nile University of Nigeria, Abuja, Nigeria.

  21. Abdulrazak Salihu Ibrahim — Department of Political Science and International Relations, Nile University of Nigeria, Abuja, Nigeria.

  22. Izu, S. Iroro, PhD — Department of Political Science and International Relations, Nile University of Nigeria, Abuja, Nigeria.

  23. Ogedengbe, A. Frank — Department of Business Administration, Nile University of Nigeria, Abuja, Nigeria.

  24. Garba Dimas, PhD — Department of Political Science and International Relations, Nile University of Nigeria, Abuja, Nigeria.

  25. Washington Osa Osifo — Department of Environmental Law, Igbinedion University, Okada, Edo State, Nigeria.

  26. Godwin Luke Umoru — Department of Business Law, Igbinedion University, Okada, Edo State, Nigeria.

  27. Joseph Nwazi — Department of Environmental Law, Igbinedion University, Okada, Edo State, Nigeria.

  28. Adekunle Saheed Ajisebiyawo — Department of Political Science, Igbinedion University, Okada, Edo State, Nigeria.

  29. Paulinus C. Nweke — Department of Sociology, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Jos, Nigeria.

  30. Celestine D. Clement — Department of Sociology, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Jos, Nigeria.

  31. Plangshak M. Suchi — Department of Sociology, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Jos, Nigeria.

  32. Eze, Kenneth Uchechukwu, PhD — Augustinian Institute, Makurdi, Nigeria.

  33. Ejimonu, Chizowa Emmanuel, PhD — The Institute for Development Synergy, Abuja, Nigeria.

  34. Anyanwu, Christiantu Izuchukwu, PhD — Department of Political Science and Diplomacy, Veritas University, Abuja, Nigeria.

  35. Jeremiah John — Department of Political Science and Diplomacy, Veritas University, Abuja, Nigeria.

  36. Nwagboso, Ifeanyichukwu Isaac, PhD — Independent Researcher, Nigeria.

  37. Ejimonu, Nwokodike Charles, PhD — The Institute for Development Synergy, Abuja, FCT, Nigeria.

  38. Okafor, Nnamdi Chris — Institute of Education, University of Abuja, Abuja, Nigeria.

  39. Hassan Hassana — Department of Educational Foundations, University of Abuja, Abuja, Nigeria.

  40. Egbukonye, Eberechukwu Ugo — Department of Educational Foundations, University of Abuja, Abuja, Nigeria.



Published Articles in Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2026

The maiden edition contains the following research articles:

  1. Integrating Participatory Learning and Action (PLA) with Cinema for Development in Gishiri Community, Abuja, Nigeria
    Authors: Igbaba Sunday Ogbu, PhD; Eringha Azubike Charles, PhD; Ezeugwu Cindy Anene, PhD; Ndukwu George Odochi, PhD; Etuk Eno Elizabeth.

  2. Decolonising Mental Health Communication among African Immigrants in Alberta, Canada: A Culturally-Responsive Behaviour Change Perspective — An Integrative Critical Review (2020–2025)
    Authors: Eringha Azubike Charles, PhD; Ndukwu George Odochi, PhD; Onuzulike Ogeh Cynthia.

  3. Assessing Correctional Service Rehabilitation Programmes for Convicts’ Citizenship Development in North-Central Nigeria
    Author: Adejoh Monday Emmanuel.

  4. Assessment of the Impact of Hot 99.5 FM’s “People’s Assembly” Programme on the Campaign Against Open Defecation Practices Among Residents of Owerri Municipal
    Authors: Nzotta Nwamaka Ujunwa, PhD; Orji Uchenna Franklin, PhD.

  5. Population and Sustainable Economic Growth in Nigeria: An Empirical Analysis
    Authors: Ebenyi Gabriel Okechukwu; Nwanosike Dominic Udochukwu; Agbo Blessing Onyinye.

  6. Breastfeeding Practices Among Nursing Mothers Working in Tertiary Institutions in Abia State
    Authors: Nwanosike Dominic U., PhD; Anyanwu Kelechi Clara; Onuh Felicia Achenyo.

  7. Digital Safety Ecosystems and Public Security: Integrating Artificial Intelligence, Community Policing, and Risk-Based Intelligence for Sustainable Security Management
    Author: Virginia Ifeyinwa Onuorah.

  8. Beyond Surrender: Assessing the Effectiveness of Operation Safe Corridor (OPSC) in Promoting Sustainable Peace and Development in Northeast Nigeria
    Authors: Mustapha Abdullahi Sheikh; Bob Odey Ushie; Stephen Adebayo Adeyemi; Abubakar Musa.

  9. The National Orientation Agency (NOA) and Democratic Governance in Nigeria: An Assessment of Citizen Awareness, Trust, and Policy Legitimacy
    Authors: Abdulkarim Abdullahi; Abdulrazak Salihu Ibrahim.

  10. Effect of Growth in Gross Domestic Product on Economic Development: A Comparative Study of Nigeria and Germany
    Authors: Izu S. Iroro, PhD; Ogedengbe A. Frank; Garba Dimas, PhD.

  11. Environmental Impact Assessment Law and Its Role in Promoting Sustainable Development in Nigeria
    Authors: Washington Osa Osifo; Godwin Luke Umoru; Joseph Nwazi; Adekunle Saheed Ajisebiyawo.

  12. Climate-Induced Migration and Violent Conflicts in West Africa
    Authors: Paulinus C. Nweke; Celestine D. Clement; Plangshak M. Suchi.

  13. Assessing the Impact of Alumni Associations on the Management Efficiency of Public Universities in South-Eastern Nigeria
    Author: Eze Kenneth Uchechukwu, PhD.

  14. The Political Economy of Youth Entrepreneurship in Nigeria: A Study of Federal Capital Territory, Abuja
    Author: Ejimonu Chizowa Emmanuel, PhD.

  15. Mapping Electoral Violence in Nigeria: A Revisit of the 2019 General Elections
    Authors: Anyanwu Christiantu Izuchukwu, PhD; Jeremiah John.

  16. Enhancing Rehabilitation Services: The Role of Digital Innovation and Continuous Professional Development
    Author: Nwagboso Ifeanyichukwu Isaac, PhD.

  17. Public–Private Partnership and Infrastructure Development in Nigeria: A Political Economy Appraisal
    Author: Ejimonu Nwokodike Charles, PhD.

  18. Teachers’ Perception of the Relevance of Social Studies Curriculum for Developing Civic Competence Among Upper Basic Students in Kogi State, Nigeria
    Authors: Okafor Nnamdi Chris; Hassan Hassana; Egbukonye Eberechukwu Ugo.

A Platform for Development Scholarship

The publication of this maiden edition marks an important milestone in TIDS’ commitment to advancing development scholarship, policy-oriented research, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

The journal will serve as a platform for researchers, policymakers, academics, development practitioners, institutions, and stakeholders seeking to contribute to national and global development discourse.

The TIDS Journal of Development will soon be available through the institute’s Open Journal System platform for wider access, article submissions, peer-review management, and scholarly engagement.

TIDS congratulates the editorial team, advisory members, consultants, contributors, reviewers, and all partners who made this maiden edition possible.

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