EFFECT OF COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION IN COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT - A CASE STUDY OF KALTUNGO LOCAL GOVERNMENT, GOMBE STATE
Abstract
This study investigates the impact of community participation on the success of development
projects in Kaltungo Local Government Area, Gombe State, Nigeria. Using a descriptive
survey research design, data were collected through structured questionnaires from 100
respondents selected via purposive sampling. The research explored the relationship between
community involvement and project outcomes, identified barriers to participation, and
proposed strategies for improvement. Findings, analyzed through descriptive statistics and chisquare tests, revealed that financial constraints, poor leadership, and low awareness
significantly hinder participation (χ² = 160.030, p = 0.000). The study further demonstrated
that implementing targeted recommendations, such as awareness campaigns, community
support initiatives, and leadership reforms, could significantly enhance participation levels (χ²
= 104.387, p = 0.000). The research concludes that community participation is vital for the
success and sustainability of development projects and provides practical recommendations
for fostering inclusive, community-driven development initiatives in Kaltungo.
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