Thesis Abstract

Abstract
Manpower development is crucial for the growth and development of any nation, including Nigeria. This study evaluates the effectiveness of manpower development policies in Nigeria, focusing on the strategies, challenges, and impact of these policies on the country's workforce. The research employs a mixed-methods approach, combining both qualitative and quantitative data collection methods to provide a comprehensive analysis. The study investigates the various manpower development policies implemented by the Nigerian government over the years and assesses their alignment with the current needs of the labor market. It explores the role of government agencies, educational institutions, and private sector organizations in facilitating manpower development programs and initiatives. Additionally, the research examines the levels of funding allocated to manpower development projects and their distribution across different sectors. Challenges facing manpower development in Nigeria are also examined, including issues related to funding constraints, inadequate infrastructure, and mismatches between skills acquired through training programs and the demands of the job market. The study identifies gaps in policy implementation and suggests recommendations for improving the effectiveness of manpower development initiatives in the country. Furthermore, the impact of manpower development policies on the Nigerian workforce is assessed in terms of employment rates, job satisfaction, career advancement opportunities, and overall economic growth. The research analyzes the extent to which these policies have contributed to reducing unemployment rates, enhancing productivity, and promoting sustainable development in Nigeria. The findings of this study have several implications for policymakers, stakeholders, and practitioners involved in manpower development in Nigeria. By identifying the strengths and weaknesses of existing policies, this research aims to inform future decision-making processes and guide the development of more effective and sustainable manpower development strategies. The study also contributes to the existing body of knowledge on workforce development in Nigeria and provides insights that can be applied to other developing countries facing similar challenges. Overall, this research provides a comprehensive evaluation of manpower development policies in Nigeria, highlighting the importance of continuous assessment and improvement to ensure the relevance and effectiveness of these policies in shaping a skilled and competitive workforce for the country's sustainable development.

Thesis Overview

Background of the Study

The importance of employing good evaluation in improving manpower development cannot be over emphasized. Manpower development according to Brach (2000), is educational and development activities conducted by an enterprises to improve the lives of their workers. The activities have definite relationship to employer’s productivity. Adequate manpower development in human capital formation is a process which enable organisation to acquire and increase their manpower stock, through the process of planning, recruitment training and retraining. Employers develop their staff and mobilize them in the attainment of organizational goals. Training is an integral element in manpower development.

Cole (2001) viewed manpower development as being concerned with increasing knowledge and skills in doing a particular job. He went further to say that training is an attempt to improve the performance of employees through learning which is done by increasing their skills and knowledge.

Provision of good incentives which include leadership style work structure, wages and reward, selection and placement of employees, promotion of employee, attractive conduction, job security, recognition and objective setting appraisal are the evaluations used to improved manpower development so as to achieve higher productivity in any organisation.

According to Ekpo (2002), manpower development programmes are designed to educate employees beyond the requirement of their present job position so that they can be prepared for promotion and be able to face future challenges. Ekpo also affirm that it is necessary to broaden the knowledge of employees to meet the requirements, which their work may demand especially in future. He considers effective performance on he part of the employees as essential for the success of any organisation. Observing that however, such performance would depend on their knowledge and skills.

Manpower Development Policy In N.D.A

Regulations governing conditions of service for junior civilian staff in Nigerian Defence Academy, Kaduna are:

Merit for staff development can only be possible with the recommendation of the Head of Department/Unit of the registrar for his recommendation to the commandant of N.D.A.