Dive into the intricate world of Nigerian labor relations, where the pursuit of industrial harmony faces unique challenges within the nation's vital health and university sectors. This compelling analysis dissects the complexities of collective bargaining in Nigeria, offering a revealing comparative study of its application and effectiveness across these two critical public service domains. Uncover the legal, socio-political, and socio-economic forces that shape the dynamics between trade unions, employers, and the government, as this exploration illuminates the nuances of conflict resolution and the establishment of fair employment terms. Explore the commonly negotiated issues that drive collective bargaining, dissect the militancy and strategies employed by unions, and gain insight into the processes of creating and implementing collective agreements. Understand how governmental attitudes and response times impact the success of these agreements, and how broader societal factors ultimately influence collective bargaining outcomes. This investigation utilizes the Pluralist and Marxist theories to provide a comprehensive framework for understanding the persistent disagreements and industrial actions that plague these sectors. Crucially, this study identifies the similarities and differences in collective bargaining practices between the health and university sectors, paving the way for targeted recommendations to enhance their effectiveness. Whether you're a scholar of industrial relations, a policymaker seeking to improve labor practices, or simply interested in the dynamics of the Nigerian workforce, this book provides invaluable insights into the challenges and opportunities of collective bargaining in a developing nation, highlighting the urgent need for strategies to foster industrial peace and drive national economic progress through effective dispute resolution mechanisms. Unravel the intricacies of employment relations in Nigeria and discover actionable solutions for a more harmonious and productive future, addressing the core issues that impact workers' rights, fair wages, and overall job satisfaction within the Nigerian context of government intervention and power dynamics. The study examines collective agreements and their impact on employment relations, shedding light on the roles and strategies of trade unions and the effects of socio-economic factors on negotiation outcomes in Nigeria's health and university sectors, with consideration of legal frameworks.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- 1. INTRODUCTION
- 1.1 Theoretical framework
- 2. COLLECTIVE BARGAINING IN NIGERIA: LEGAL, SOCIO-POLITICAL AND SOCIO-ECONOMIC CONTEXTS
- 2.1 Legal Framework
- 2.2 Socio-political
- 2.3 Socio-economic
- 3.0 METHODOLOGY
- 4. COLLECTIVE BARGAINING IN HEALTH AND UNIVERSITY SECTORS OF NIGERIA
- 4.1 Collective Bargaining Practice in the Health Sector
- 4.2 Collective Bargaining Practice in the University Sector
- 5.0 FINDINGS AND DISCUSSION
- 6.0 CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This paper aims to conduct a comparative analysis of collective bargaining practices in the University and Health sectors of Nigeria. The analysis seeks to identify and explain the basis for observed similarities and differences in these practices, ultimately recommending solutions to issues hindering effective functioning.
- Commonly negotiated issues in collective bargaining within the health and university sectors.
- Union militancy, ideologies, and strategies employed in both sectors.
- The processes of collective agreement creation and implementation.
- Governmental attitudes and response times concerning collective bargaining agreements.
- The influence of socio-political and socio-economic factors on collective bargaining outcomes.
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
1. INTRODUCTION: This introductory chapter establishes the importance of industrial peace and harmony for national economic progress, highlighting collective bargaining as a crucial instrument for achieving this. It defines collective bargaining and its role in dispute resolution and setting employment terms, referencing the work of Aturu (2005) and Akhaukwa et al. (2013) to emphasize its foundational role in effective industrial relations systems. The chapter notes the challenges to collective bargaining in the Nigerian public sector, particularly in the university and health sectors, citing frequent disagreements and industrial actions as evidence of its failure to effectively manage industrial disputes. The overall purpose of the paper—a comparative analysis of collective bargaining practices in these two sectors—is clearly articulated, emphasizing the need to understand the underlying similarities and differences, and to suggest potential solutions.
1.1 Theoretical framework: This section lays out the theoretical lenses through which the study will be analyzed. It primarily utilizes the Pluralist theory of industrial relations, which views workplace conflict as inevitable but manageable through collective bargaining. The chapter also touches upon the Marxist conflict theory, relevant in contexts where the state might favor employers, and John Dunlop's concept of the industrial relations system, acknowledging the impact of broader power relations on the ideologies of involved parties.
2. COLLECTIVE BARGAINING IN NIGERIA: LEGAL, SOCIO-POLITICAL AND SOCIO-ECONOMIC CONTEXTS: This chapter sets the stage for the comparative analysis by providing a broad overview of the legal, socio-political, and socio-economic context of collective bargaining in Nigeria. It examines the legal framework governing collective bargaining, delves into the socio-political dynamics influencing the process (including the role of government and political pressures), and analyzes the socio-economic factors that shape employment relations and the bargaining power of unions and employers. This lays the groundwork for understanding the specific challenges and opportunities within the health and university sectors explored in subsequent chapters.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
Collective bargaining, Nigeria, health sector, university sector, industrial relations, trade unions, government intervention, conflict resolution, employment relations, pluralist theory, Marxist theory, collective agreements, industrial action.
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What is the focus of the academic paper outlined in this document?
The paper focuses on a comparative analysis of collective bargaining practices in the University and Health sectors of Nigeria.
What are the main objectives of the paper?
The paper aims to identify and explain similarities and differences in collective bargaining practices between the University and Health sectors in Nigeria, and to recommend solutions to issues hindering effective functioning.
What key themes are explored in the paper?
The key themes include commonly negotiated issues, union militancy, ideologies, and strategies, the creation and implementation of collective agreements, governmental attitudes, and the influence of socio-political and socio-economic factors on collective bargaining outcomes.
What is the purpose of the introductory chapter?
The introductory chapter establishes the importance of industrial peace and harmony, highlights collective bargaining as a crucial instrument, defines collective bargaining, and emphasizes its foundational role in effective industrial relations systems. It also notes the challenges to collective bargaining in the Nigerian public sector.
What theoretical frameworks are used in the paper?
The paper primarily utilizes the Pluralist theory of industrial relations. It also touches upon the Marxist conflict theory and John Dunlop's concept of the industrial relations system.
What contextual factors are considered in the paper?
The paper examines the legal, socio-political, and socio-economic contexts of collective bargaining in Nigeria.
What is the significance of examining the legal framework?
Examining the legal framework helps understand the legal provisions and regulations governing collective bargaining in Nigeria, which sets the foundation for the comparative analysis.
What keywords are associated with the paper?
Keywords include: Collective bargaining, Nigeria, health sector, university sector, industrial relations, trade unions, government intervention, conflict resolution, employment relations, pluralist theory, Marxist theory, collective agreements, industrial action.
What are some of the challenges to collective bargaining mentioned in the introduction?
The introduction mentions frequent disagreements and industrial actions in the Nigerian public sector, particularly in the university and health sectors, as evidence of failures in effectively managing industrial disputes.
What does the socio-political context entail?
The socio-political context includes the role of government and political pressures that influence collective bargaining processes and outcomes.
How does the socio-economic context impact collective bargaining?
The socio-economic context shapes employment relations and the bargaining power of unions and employers within Nigeria.
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- Ademolu Adediran (Author), 2021, Comparative Analysis of the Collective Bargaining in the Medical and University Sectors of Nigeria, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/1239333
