The editorial board of Academic Journal of Current Research is pleased to present Volume 14, Issue 2 (2026). This issue features 4 peer-reviewed articles representing a diversity of methodological approaches and geographic perspectives. We extend our gratitude to the contributing authors, reviewers, and editorial board members whose expertise has ensured the quality of this publication.
ADVANCING INCLUSIVE GOVERNANCE IN NIGERIA: ELECTORAL ACCESS AND POLITICAL ENGAGEMENT OF PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES IN THE 2027 ELECTIONS
This study examines the challenges Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) face in participating in Nigeria’s elections and explores practical ways to make the 2027 polls more inclusive. On paper, Nigeria has strong laws and has signed…
THE ROLE OF MUNICIPAL PUBLIC ACCOUNTS COMMITTEES AND INTERNAL AUDIT UNITS IN PROMOTING ACCOUNTABILITY: EVIDENCE FROM MORETELE LOCAL MUNICIPALITY
Effective governance in local municipalities depends on robust oversight and accountability mechanisms. Two key structures central to this process are the Municipal Public Accounts Committee (MPAC) and the Internal Audit (IA) function. While each has…
MONITORING AND EVALUATION SYSTEMS AS CATALYSTS FOR GOOD GOVERNANCE IN LOCAL GOVERNMENTS: INSIGHTS FROM SOUTH AFRICA
This study examines the pivotal role of Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) systems in promoting good governance and improving performance within local government institutions in South Africa. Although several policy reforms have been introduced to strengthen…
ASSESSING THE EFFECTS OF THE NEW MINIMUM WAGE ON PUBLIC SERVICE DELIVERY IN ENUGU STATE, NIGERIA
The modernization and reform of salaries and allowances for public office holders remain a recurring policy strategy across sovereign states, driven by the need to improve governance outcomes and public sector performance. While wage reforms…
| Journal: | Academic Journal of Current Research |
| Volume: | 14 |
| Issue: | 2 |
| Year: | 2026 |
| Articles: | 4 |
| ISSN (Online): | 2837-3707 |
| ISSN (Print): | 3244-5621 |
| DOI Prefix: | 10.15580 |