Is Zakah Effective to Alleviate Poverty in a Muslim Society?: A Case of Kwara State, Nigeria

Abdussalam, Onagun Isiaka; Johari, Fuadah; Alias, Mohammad Haji

doi:10.7187/gjat762015.05.01

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“…The religious beliefs are compensations for the failure to achieve the original goals. The less fortunate people in the society are mostly drawn to a deeper level of religiosity to compensate for their lack and material inadequacies (Aslam, 2014;Abdussalam, Johari, & Alias, 2015). People with higher income may experience less insecurity and stress and consequently less need for social support that participation in religious activities can offer, and even the expected psychological benefits that religiosity can offer (Brewer et al, 2014).…”

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“…Some of the service deliveries include the establishment of schools and scholarship schemes, building of hospitals and provision of medical services, provision of orphanages, old people and motherless homes, empowerment of women or other vulnerable groups and many others. Few studies (Aslam, 2014;Abdussalam, Johari, & Alias, 2015;Taiwo & Agwu, 2016) conducted in Nigeria have researched into the role played by religion in alleviating poverty in the country. These works affirmed that religion creates a new matrix of thought in influencing the values of the society.…”

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“…It is increasingly difficult to ignore the role of the socio-economic status in the current level of religiosity in Nigeria because research has identified the impact of religiosity on economic outcomes (Tomalin, 2018;Abdussalam, Johari, & Alias 2015;Aslam, 2014, Hogue, Khan, & Mohammad, 2015Beyes, 2014;Plouff & Tremblay, 2017). Religion is an important cultural and universal social institution that has great influence on people's attitudes, values, and behaviours at both individual and societal levels, while religiosity is the degree to which religion is practised, which can encapsulate all forms and dimensions of religion practises.…”

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The Association Between Parents’ Socio-Economic Status and the Level of Religiosity Among Undergraduates

Olatunji¹,

Sunday²

2019

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This study assessed the influence of parents’ socio-economic status on the level of religiosity in a sample of Nigerian undergraduates. A convenience sample of 200 students (mean age = 20.41 ± 2.54) participated in the study. Two structured scales were used which included Kuppuswanny’s scale and Duke University Religiosity Index. Data were analysed using one way ANOVA. Findings showed that the parental education, occupation and income significantly influenced the level of religiosity. A follow-up post-hoc analysis using Fisher’s LSD showed that participants whose parents were employed in non-professional occupation with lower education and poorer income were more religious compared to their counterparts whose parents had higher education, higher income and engaged in professional occupations. The study recommended that the upcoming generation of youth should utilize an objective, practical, and aggressive approach as a means to achieve better socio-economic and political transformation rather than using religion practises.

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The Association Between Parents’ Socio-Economic Status and the Level of Religiosity Among Undergraduates

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2019

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“…The background of the establishment of this institution is due to the poverty of the community. The main objective of this institution is to alleviate poverty [37], through the empowerment of Islamic boarding schools which are intended for orphans. Empowerment is carried out by providing the education they deserve.…”

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Optimizing the Use of Zakat, Infaq, and Alms Funds Based on the Empowerment of Pesantren

Mubarok¹,

Mujibatun²,

Murtadho³

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Proceedings of the First International Conference on Islamic History and Civilization, ICON-ISHIC 2020, 14 October, Semarang, I

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The management of zakat, infaq and alms funds has not been optimal, due to the collection and distribution constraints. This article aims to identify the management of zakat, infaq, and alms based on empowerment of pesantren (Islamic Boarding School). The method used is a qualitative approach. Primary data source through interviews, while secondary data through literature search. The data analysis technique used a descriptive approach. The results show that the collection is obtained through zakat fitrah, zakat maal, infaq boxes and alms, and funds from the management's business. Meanwhile, the allocation is through the Santri Mulia Scholarship, Mulia Mandiri Economics, and Insan Sehat Mulia. The allocation focuses on four sectors, such as education, health, socio-religious and economic programs. Fund management constraints include low public awareness, lack of socialization, rejection from muzakki, lack of human resources, and criminal practices. Strategies for improving management through outreach and education to the community.

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“…Nevertheless, the study revealed that ZI is confronted with challenges like inefficient management, lack of proper record-keeping by the Zakah agencies, circumvention by eligible payers and lack of trust, among others. A similar study by Abdussalam, Johari, and Alias (2015) examined the effectiveness of Zakah on poverty reduction in Kwara state, Nigeria with focus on the womenfolk. The study adopted a mixed method by utilizing 360 copies of questionnaire and an interview for data collection.…”

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Quantitative Economic Evaluation of Zakah-Poverty Nexus in Kano State, Nigeria

Mustafa¹,

Baita

Adhama

2020

ijief

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Nigeria is the largest economy in Africa and yet, a poverty-ridden oil-producing country. Thus, poverty remains a persistent macroeconomic challenge in Nigeria with devastating consequences, especially in the Muslim populated states like Kano. Surprisingly, Kano state, which is the most populated state in Nigeria with more than 15 million people, is one of the 14 most poverty-ridden states in Nigeria, despite the practice of Zakah institution (ZI). Therefore, this study empirically evaluates the revenue base and impacts of ZI on poverty alleviation in Kano state. Hence, 1,230 copies of questionnaires were administered and seven high profile Zakah payers were interviewed. Meanwhile, the data analysis was accomplished using descriptive statistics, correlation, and regression techniques, among others. The major findings indicate that the enormous revenue base of ZI for poverty alleviation exists, because of the significant Zakah payment by high ability Zakah payers. Similarly, ZI positively impacts on poverty alleviation. All in all, the findings lend credence to the Zakah-effectiveness hypothesis. Hence, this study recommends that Kano state government should exemplify more accountability and transparency in Zakah management. Moreover, a Ministry of Zakah and Hubusi Affairs should be established with the mandates of poverty alleviation and economic empowerment in the state.

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Is Zakah Effective to Alleviate Poverty in a Muslim Society?: A Case of Kwara State, Nigeria

Cited by 16 publications

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The Association Between Parents’ Socio-Economic Status and the Level of Religiosity Among Undergraduates

The Association Between Parents’ Socio-Economic Status and the Level of Religiosity Among Undergraduates

Optimizing the Use of Zakat, Infaq, and Alms Funds Based on the Empowerment of Pesantren

Quantitative Economic Evaluation of Zakah-Poverty Nexus in Kano State, Nigeria

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