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The study aims to explore how human capital politics influences employee performance in public universities in Nigeria.

March 22, 2026Open Access

Employee Performance and Human Capital Politics in Public Tertiary Institutions in Nigeria (A Study of University of Ilorin, Ilorin and Benue State University Markudi)

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The study aims to explore how human capital politics influences employee performance in public universities in Nigeria.
Mixed-methods design employed
Sample size of 378 academic and administrative staff
Focus on University of Ilorin and Benue State University
Evaluation of nepotism and its impact on staff selection
Assessment of job performance metrics
Significant relationship found between human capital politics and employee performance
Training and skill development showed the strongest positive correlation
Educational qualifications and leadership development displayed weaker relationships
Recommendations for merit-based practices and anti-nepotism laws proposed

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Investigates human capital politics affecting employee performance in Nigerian universities, suggesting policy improvements.

ABDULLAHI et al. (2026) studied this question.

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