HUMAN CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT AND NON-OIL EXPORT GROWTH IN NIGERIA

Paul O. Elekwa, Chibueze A. Aniebo, Christopher K. Dike

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The study investigated the effect of human capital on non-oil export growth in Nigeria, using a single equation, constant elasticity model and OLS estimation technique.  Human capital was found to be statistically significant in its effect on non-oil export growth. However, contrary to expectation, this effect was in an inverse direction. Recommended remedial measures include an overhaul of the educational system with a view to improving its effectiveness in regard to non-oil exports, and a conscious understudy of nations with appropriate track record.

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human capital; non-oil export; Nigeria

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