GPH-International Journal of Social Science and Humanities Research

PROPOSED SUSTAINABLE HUB FOR THE GAINZA PUBLIC MARKET

Jennifer V. Clavite — 2026-01-08

This study examined how the operational conditions of the Gainza Public Market—covering its physical infrastructure, management systems, accessibility, inclusiveness, and procurement mechanisms—affected its overall sustainability across economic, social, and environmental dimensions, aligning with SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure), SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production), and SDG 16 (Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions). Using a mixed-methods approach anchored in the frameworks of Inclusive Local Economic Development, Community Co-Production, Sustainable Development Governance, and Urban Sustainability and Circular Economy, the study integrated quantitative surveys from consumers, vendors, and market users with qualitative insights from open-ended responses and FGDs involving LGU officials and stakeholders. Descriptive statistics, weighted means, and thematic analysis were applied to primary data. Findings showed generally neutral stakeholder perceptions of accessibility, activation readiness, and procurement inclusion, with Average Weighted Means between 3.18 and 3.72, suggesting operational functionality but limited optimization. Key challenges identified included the market’s location, limited transportation access, incomplete facilities, water and sanitation concerns, and institutional management gaps. Analytical results indicated a clear association between operational conditions and sustainability outcomes, emphasizing how infrastructure quality, governance practices, and service mechanisms shape economic viability and community participation. Qualitative insights further highlighted the need for coordinated physical improvements, stronger governance structures, digital integration, and greater community involvement. Overall, the study concludes that comprehensive interventions in infrastructure upgrading, institutional reforms, inclusive procurement, and stakeholder activation are essential to position the Gainza Public Market as a sustainable and participatory local economic hub.

Efficacy of Public Spending and Economic Growth: The Nigeria Experience (1980–2024)

ANIGBORO, Godwin Simeon — 2026-01-09

This paper investigates the efficacy of public spending in stimulating economic growth in Nigeria for the period 1980–2024. Drawing on theoretical growth models and a broad empirical literature on government expenditure and growth linkages, the study develops a time-series framework to evaluate whether and how different types of public spending, capital and recurrent, have contributed to growth over four decades characterized by oil booms, structural reforms, and macroeconomic volatility. The study uses cointegration techniques, Autoregressive Distributed Lag (ARDL) bounds testing, along with policy-relevant interpretations rooted in Nigeria’s fiscal history, recent macro-fiscal reforms and the 2024 GDP rebasing. The dependent variable used is GDP while CEX, REX, and EXR served as independent variables. The study found that there is a positive and significant relationship between GDP and public expenditures while there is negative but insignificant relationship between GDP and exchange rate over the period. It is recommended that the government can boast the GDP by increasing the public expenditures while keeping the exchange rate stable.

TRENDS IN BADMINTON PARTICIPATION AMONG UNIVERSITY STUDENTS IN HANOI

Huy Hai Duong Dinh — 2026-01-13

The study “Trends in Badminton Participation Among University Students in Hanoi” was conducted to explore the current situation, motivations, frequency, and benefits of playing badminton among the student community. Using a qualitative research method combined with sociological surveys (451 valid questionnaires, including 365 students who know how to play badminton). Data were collected and processed using Excel software, the research results focus on clarifying the trend of playing badminton among students, including: frequency, reasons for playing badminton, benefits, locations, and playing partners. Although this sport brings many benefits, there still exist certain limitations, particularly the potential negative effects on health if practiced incorrectly. In addition, specialized facilities, training movements, and technical guidance… are still incomplete. Based on that, the research team proposes several solutions to promote the habit of playing badminton among university students in Hanoi.

CATFISH URBAN FARMING: A PROPOSED LIVELIHOOD TRAINING PROGRAM IN MABOLO, NAGA CITY

Harold Wilsom Lim — 2026-01-20

This study, called “Catfish Urban Farming: A Proposed Livelihood Training Program in Mabolo, Naga City,” looked into how catfish (hito) farming in the city could become a steady source of income for the people of Barangay Mabolo. Using a descriptive-quantitative method and thirty (30) participants, the research examined the current situation of small catfish farms and what affects people’s interest in joining, especially the help they get from the government and NGOs. The results showed that although some residents already raise catfish, they face problems like flooding, lack of technical knowledge, poor water quality control, and limited access to organized markets, which lower their production and income. The flooding caused by Typhoon Kristine also led to fish losses and discouraged some farmers from continuing. Even with these problems, many participants said they are willing to do catfish farming if they receive proper training, financial help, equipment, and technical support. Because of this, a two- to three-day training program was suggested to teach pond setup, feeding and disease control, financial management, and cooperative building. The goal of the program is to help the community gain skills, improve farming methods, connect better with markets, and build a long-term and sustainable livelihood in Barangay Mabolo

Co-victims or Antagonists: Some Observations on Farmers and Herders Conflicts in Nigeria

Mordakai Sule Dansonka — 2026-01-21

Farmers and herders conflict is an example of eco-violence, where scarcity of resources caused by environmental factors led to conflict and violence among competing groups. In Central Nigeria, the conflict is fundamentally a land-use contest between farmers and herders. Although the conflict has taken a dangerous religious and ethnic dimension with devastating effects on ethnic relations, however, the objective of this paper is to identify the underlying causes which has its root in the climate induces degradation of pasture causing increasing violence in the far north and thereby forced herders to move southward. This paper made reference to newspaper publications, statute books, published books and close-group discussion and interview with selected individuals who shared their personal experiences with the authors. The findings reveal that the movement of livestock en mass to the Central Nigeria area caused degradation on the environment resulting in the desolation of the land thereby reducing arable land for cultivation. The overgrazing of the area led to fewer yields in production of crops such as yam, cassava, rice, maize, guinea corn, and soya beans amongst others. Therefore, in a quest to expand their farmland for more yields, farmers swallowed up grazing reserves and block traditional grazing routes. The anti-grazing laws passed by some States of the Central Nigeria was not only geared towards curbing clashes but also to mitigate the environmental impact of the open grazing due to the over grazing of the area.