FEMININE LEADERSHIP TRAITS AND WORKERS PERFORMANCE IN PUBLIC SECTOR ORGANIZATIONS IN NIGERIA

The study investigates the relationship between feminine leadership traits and workers performance in public sector organizations in Nigeria. The objectives of the study were to examine the relationship between collaboration and workers' productivity, examine the relationship between empathy and workers' productivity in public sector organizations in Nigeria. The study employed a survey research design, with a target population consists of 80 staffs working in Ijebu-North Local Government Secretariat, Ogun-state. A sample size of 67 was determined for the study using stratified random sampling techniques as a primary sampling technique. Regression statistics were used to test the formulated hypotheses. The findings of the study revealed that there is significant relationship between collaboration and worker's productivity in public sector organizations in Nigeria. This indicates that when employees engage in collaborative efforts such as teamwork, sharing resources, and open communication they are likely to experience enhanced productivity. Also, the findings of the study also revealed that there is significant relationship between empathy and worker's productivity in public sector organization in Nigeria. This indicates that when employees feel understood and supported by their colleagues and management, their motivation and performance levels tend to increase. Therefore the study recommends that Public sector organizations should organize regular team-building activities to promote collaboration among employees. These initiatives can enhance interpersonal relationships, improve communication, and foster a culture of teamwork, ultimately leading to increased productivity. Keywords: Feminine Leadership Traits, Workers' performance, Employee productivity, Leadership, Self-awareness, Performance.