Trends in Research Productivity and Collaboration in Nigeria

This thesis explores a decade of Nigerian academic history, showcasing groundbreaking quantitative analysis. It provides an unprecedented look at scholarly productivity from 2014 to 2023, using a unique, meticulously compiled dataset derived from the Scopus database. Inside, you will discover: Clear, step-by-step guide to the data-driven process, from raw collection to a perfectly structured dataset, empowering you to replicate or build upon this research. Deep exploration of how publication trends and author dynamics have evolved across disciplines, revealing surprising insights into Nigeria's research landscape. Fascinating investigation into Lotka's Law of Scientific Productivity and its surprising application in a developing-world context, showcasing a new dimension to this classic bibliometric model. This work isn't just a thesis; it's a valuable resource and a reproducible roadmap for anyone interested in the future of African scholarship. Explore the data, uncover the trends, and see the future of research unfold.