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INTRODUCTION
Most developing nations define industrialization as a central objective of their economic policy they see; industrialization goes with agricultural progress as an integral part of growth and structural change. Some economist and analysts are of the view that industrialization plays a major role in the economic growth and development of any nation. Thus in this research work, effort is made to assess the impact of industrialization on economic growth of Nigeria. Before
colonial rule in Nigeria, there were numerous economic activities undertaken by Nigerians. Nigerians were among the most active and industrious group of people in Africa. The economic activities were based mostly on primary production especially on agriculture. Such activities were engaged in, included farming, hunting and quarrying. The coming of the white men to Nigeria recorded more changes in life style of Nigerians. The economy was changed from its agricultural based to a market based for imported manufactured product. The colonial masters at the same time took the Nigerian economy as a base for the supply of resources both mineral and
agricultural raw materials for industries in their own country. The worst aspect of it was that they exploited these resources at a cheap price, but when their product was brought into Nigeria, the prices were placed so high to exploit the nation. Furthermore, the colonial lords at no times endeavoured to industrialize Nigeria, and Nigerians were not motivated to involve themselves in industrial activities. All these contributed to Nigeria being both technologically backward and industrious. The attainment of political independence by Nigeria in 1960 made it possible for the 1st national development plan in Nigeria in 1962. The main aim of this plan was for industrialization. Industrialization in Nigeria was aimed at the achievement of import substitution and even export promotion. Industrial development and economic growth are necessary in any developing country. In an economy where there is availability of industries, the majority of unemployed people will engaged themselves in productive activities. If industrial development is well encouraged it will be of great help to the developing economy and it will also go a long way in enhancing economic growth. Industrialization is the process through which the primary based
economy becomes industrialized.
According to Ojo (1987:256) industrialization could be seen as the process by which the industrial sector of such a country or region increases its share in gross domestic product (GDP), employment, poverty alleviation efforts, investment and so on.
From the works of Shaw and Emer(2000:13) industrialization is
the process where manufacturing becomes increasingly
important in the economic structure of the society.
According to Holis, Bacheney (1999:624) said that industrialization is the main hope of most countries trying to increase their level of income. Industrialization in Nigeria has the idea of transforming the peasant or idle workers of Nigeria into full time or part time industrial workers and on the other hand it will transform the structure of Nigerian economy. The standard of living of the people in the economy will be improved and economic growth is gingered.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
CHAPTER ONE
Introduction
Background Of The Study
Statement Of Problems
Objectives Of The Study
Statement Of Hypothesis
Significance Of The Study
Scope Of The Study
Limitation Of The Study
Operational Definition Of Terms
CHAPTER TWO
Literature Review
Theoretical Review
The Rational And Reasons For Industrialization.
Problems Of Industrial Development In Nigeria:
Role Of Manufacturing Industries In The
Effect Of Industrialization In The Economy If Not Checked
Empirical Review
CHAPTER THREE
Research Methodology
Design Of The Study
Area Of The Study
Source Of Data
Method Of Data Analysis
Model Specification
Techniques Evaluation
A Priori Criteria
Statistical Criteria (First Order Test)
Economic Criteria (Second Order Test)
CHAPTER FOUR
Presentation And Analysis Of Result
Presentation Of Regression Results.
Interpretation Of Results
Analysis Of Regression Of Coefficients
Analysis Of Economic A Priori Expectation
Statistical Criteria For Evaluation Of Results
Econometric Criterion (Second Order Test)
Evaluation Of Hypothesis:
CHAPTER FIVE
Summary, Recommendation, And Conclusion
Summary
Recommendation
Conclusions
Bibliography