Navigating the Complexities of Criminological Theory: Current Obstacles and Emerging Pathways.

Chijioke Nkemakolam — Wed, 25 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000

The establishment of crimes, the analysis of criminal behaviour, and the understanding of the working of the criminal justice system have their credibilities with the aid of criminological theories. They include classical, positivist, or modern theories, or those developed in the context of social disorganization, strain, and routine activity, which would in turn directly influence the formulation of laws, law enforcement, or crime prevention programs and the constitution of new policies (Lilly, Cullen & Ball, 2019). The setting for putting these theories into practice, however, is severely hindered. Criminal behaviour has shown influence from sociocultural, economic, and political changes which often run contradictory to these theories.Criminological theories are more often subject to varying degree of contextual constraints. Theories emerge from a cultural, historical and socio-economic context, and their claim to universality becomes matter of debate. For example, strain theory posits that crime arises in the context of social push towards attaining economic success (Onyige, 2018). The theory might find little explanatory power in understanding crimes in rich countries where such economic pressure is absent. Some theories propounded in the western context are likely to find little use in explaining crime trends in non-western societies that are informed by their own cultural norms and legal systems.

SPORT EDUCATION AS A VERITABLE TOOL FOR ENHANCING CHILD DEVELOPMENT, SUSTAINABLE GROWTH, AND FUTURE SUCCESS AMONG SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN RIVERS STATE

Ochor Daniel Chinonso , Okorie, Okechukwu Iroechemma Okorie — Wed, 25 Jun 2025 06:53:37 +0000

Sport education is a dynamic pedagogical approach that integrates physical education with academic learning to foster holistic child development. This paper argues that sport education plays a critical role in enhancing the physical, cognitive, emotional, and social well-being of secondary school students in Rivers State, Nigeria. By promoting active participation in sports, students develop essential life skills such as teamwork, discipline, and leadership, which contribute to sustainable growth. Furthermore, sport education cultivates a foundation for future success, not only by improving physical health but also by influencing academic performance and psychological well-being. Despite its numerous benefits, the implementation of sport education in Rivers State faces significant challenges, including inadequate infrastructure, insufficient funding, and limited teacher training. This paper explores these challenges and suggests best practices from global models of sport education that could be adapted to the local context. It emphasizes the need for policy reforms, community involvement, and increased investment in sports infrastructure to fully realize the potential of sport education in fostering a healthier, more successful future for students.

Indus Journal of Critical Inquiry (IJCI)

Navigating the Complexities of Criminological Theory: Current Obstacles and Emerging Pathways.

SPORT EDUCATION AS A VERITABLE TOOL FOR ENHANCING CHILD DEVELOPMENT, SUSTAINABLE GROWTH, AND FUTURE SUCCESS AMONG SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN RIVERS STATE