THE IMPACT OF AGRICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT ON NIGERIA ECONOMIC GROWTH, 1980– 2014
ABSTRACT
In recent decades, the potential contribution of agriculture to economic growth has been a subject of controversy among development economists. While some argue that agricultural development is a prerequisite for industrialization, others strongly disagree and argue for a different path.
Taking advantage of the ordinary least square method (OLD), searches through secondary data and the use of independent variables: agricultural development, capital accumulation, inflation rate and interest rate review the question of whether agriculture could serve as an engine of growth of the Nigerian economy
The results of the empirical analysis shows that productivity in the agricultural sector has not significantly positive impact on economic growth of Nigeria.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
CHAPTER ONE
INTRODUCTION
Background of the study
Statement of problem
Purpose of the study
Research Question
Research hypothesis
Significance of the study
Scope / defimitation of the study
Definition of terms
CHAPTER TWO
Review of Related Literature
Introduction
Theoretical framework
Models and Theories Elevant to the research qustion
Current interative review
CHAPTER THREE
RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
Research Design
Area of the study
Population of the study
Sample and sampling techniques of the study
Instrument for data collection
Validity and reliability of Instrument
Distribution and retrieval of instrument
CHAPTER FOUR
DATA PRESENTATION AND ANALYSIS
4.1 Data presentation and interpretation
4.2 Findings
4.3 Discussion of findings
CHAPTER FIVE
Summary, conclusion and Recommendation
Summary of findings
Conclusion
Recommendation
References
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