Abdurrauf Social Science

An Assessment of Fresh 105.9FM ‘Mind Your Language’ Programme among Senior Secondary School Students in Ijebu North Local Government Area, Nigeria

Adedoyin Ojuade Oshobughie — 2026-09-28

English is Nigeria’s official language and a major medium of instruction, yet concerns persist about students’ proficiency in vocabulary and correct language use. Educational radio provides an accessible and low-cost supplementary learning channel, but limited evidence exists on the educational value of Fresh 105.9FM’s Mind Your Language programme at the local-government level. This study assessed students’ listenership, monitoring, perceived relevance and usefulness of the programme, as well as challenges affecting their participation, in Ijebu North Local Government Area (LGA), Ogun State. Guided by Social Learning Theory and Constructivist Learning Theory, the study adopted a descriptive survey design involving 400 SS1–SS3 students from seven secondary schools selected through multistage sampling. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire, whose reliability was established through a pilot test, and analysed using descriptive statistics. Findings showed that 95.0% of respondents listened to the programme at least once monthly (M = 3.50, SD = 1.07), while programme monitoring was similarly high (M = 3.52, SD = 1.04). Perceived relevance (3.07–3.12) and usefulness (3.08–3.14) exceeded the scale midpoint. School activity clashes and unstable electricity supply were the leading challenges. The study concludes that students viewed the programme favourably, while recommending repeated broadcasts, improved access to radios and electricity, and stronger school–broadcaster collaboration.

From Passive Participation to Self-Reliance: Community Empowerment through the INSPIRASI Program in Binor Village

Rochman Hidayat — 2026-09-30

Binor Village, a coastal village in Ring 1 of the Paiton Power Plant (PLTU Paiton), has diverse economic potential, yet residents’ livelihoods remain vulnerable to seasonal and market fluctuations, while community participation in social activities needs strengthening. Social mapping data show 57% of families earn below the district minimum wage, 90% have no savings, and individual participation is nearly zero, despite active village institutions (PKK, Posyandu, BUMDes, Karang Taruna). This article evaluates how INSPIRASI (Inovasi Pengelolaan Air dan Energi Bersih), initiated by PT Paiton Energy, responds through two mechanisms: regenerating local leadership (“local heroes”) to activate participation, and diversifying the economy through a circular value chain based on household water and waste management. Using a descriptive-evaluative case study method based on program documents and social mapping data, this study finds the program evolved from ad hoc charitable assistance (2020) into a five-year strategic plan (2026-2030) with a phased exit toward zero CSR funding dependence by 2030. Early outcomes show three of seven targeted vulnerable families gained employment and no longer rely on food assistance, drinking-water unit workers saw income rise 9-15%, and four young community cadres were regenerated. Binor Village’s geographic and environmental conditions are also discussed as a backdrop shaping the program’s design. Findings indicate empowerment success can be measured not only by uptake of assistance but by the community's capacity to manage and replicate the program independently.

Repositioning Waqf for Affordable Housing: An Islamic Social Finance Framework for Inclusive and Sustainable Urban Development

Adamu Abubakar Muhammad — 2026-09-30

Rapid urbanization, rising housing costs, and income inequality have escalated homelessness and housing vulnerability in developing and Muslim-majority nations. Conventional housing finance often excludes low-income households due to affordability constraints, collateral requirements, and institutional barriers. Although waqf has historically provided public-benefit services, its potential as an institutionalized social-finance mechanism for affordable housing remains underdeveloped. This study examines how waqf can be reoriented as a sustainable social-investment instrument for inclusive urban development. Adopting a conceptual qualitative approach, the study analyzes classical Islamic jurisprudence, peer-reviewed literature, policy documents, and international development reports through the lenses of Maq??id al-Shar??ah, institutional theory, social justice, and sustainable urban development. It proposes an Institutional Waqf-Based Affordable Housing Framework (IWAHF) integrating productive waqf assets, effective governance, complementary Islamic finance, multi-stakeholder partnerships, and digital infrastructure. Conceptually, the study repositioning waqf from traditional charitable asset management toward institutionalized social investment, offering a framework to advance affordable, inclusive, and resilient urban housing systems within broader social protection mechanisms.

Fulfillment of Inmates’ Rights to Sentence Reduction at the Class IIA Correctional Institution in Banda Aceh

Nadiatur Rifdah — 2026-09-30

This study analyzes the fulfillment of inmates' right to sentence remission at the Class IIA Correctional Institution in Banda Aceh and identifies its key implementation barriers. Using empirical legal research with a normative-juridical and descriptive approach, data were gathered through field research and literature review, then analyzed by comparing legal provisions against actual practice. The findings indicate that while remission—comprising both general and special categories—is implemented through formal submission to the Directorate General of Corrections for eligible inmates, major obstacles persist. The primary challenges involve incomplete administrative documentation, particularly regarding court decisions and prosecutorial execution documents, alongside poor interinstitutional coordination. Consequently, the effective realization of remission rights relies heavily on administrative readiness, staff capacity, and inter-agency cooperation beyond mere legal compliance. Strengthening information transparency, administrative management, and coordination between correctional institutions and relevant judicial agencies is essential to ensure a more effective, objective process that delivers legal certainty for inmates.

Corporate Governance in Islamic Financial Institutions: Evaluating Implementation and Public Trust in BMT Pekalongan

Bahtiar Effendi — 2026-09-30

This study aims to evaluate the implementation of Good Corporate Governance (GCG) principles in Islamic financial institutions, particularly KSPPS BMT in Pekalongan Indonesia, highlighting the collapse of several BMTs and KSPPSs in the region. The study uses a qualitative descriptive approach with a literature review method, collecting data from various relevant literature, reports, and documentation. The results of the study indicate that the application of GCG principles, such as transparency, accountability, responsibility, independence, and fairness, still faces various obstacles in its implementation. The main challenges include limited access to information for members, role conflicts within the organization, and a lack of understanding of Islamic regulations, which impacts public trust. This study concludes that strengthening human resource training, improving organizational structure, and enhancing internal oversight are essential to support the optimal implementation of GCG. Further research is encouraged to adopt a mixed-method approach to provide a more comprehensive analysis of the relationship between GCG and public trust in BMTs in Pekalongan, Indonesia.