Remuneration And Employees’ Performance in Dekina Local Government Area of Kogi State, Nigeria: A Content Analysis

Abstract

The Nigerian local government system has faced growing challenges, with employee morale declining significantly, resulting in diminished enthusiasm for work. As a consequence, the impact of local governments is no longer noticeable due to poor performance. In light of these concerns, this research, titled "Remuneration and Employees’ Performance in Dekina Local Government Area of Kogi State," aims to assess examine the role of salary on employees’ performance in Dekina Local Government Area of Kogi State, it seeks to examine the relationship between Fringe Benefits and employee’s performance in Dekina Local Government Area of Kogi State and it also seek to examine if remuneration improve employee’s productivity in Dekina Local Government Area of Kogi State. The study is qualitative based.  The research adopted Karl Marx's (1848) Class Theory of the State as its theoretical framework and employed a survey design utilizing structured questionnaire. Data were analysed using content analysis. The findings indicated that salary has significant effects on employees’ performance in Dekina Local Government Area of Kogi State. In addition, the study also revealed that Fringe Benefits has also significant effects on employee’s performance in Dekina Local Government Area of Kogi State. finally, the study highlighted that remuneration improve employee’s productivity in Dekina Local Government Area of Kogi State. The study recommends that the government at the centre ensure the local government administrative and financial autonomy. The government should prioritize creativity and professionalism in the remuneration system to effectively meet its objectives. Furthermore, it suggests that government bodies should implement policies and establish regulations to ensure equitable and timely payment of wages and salaries across all sectors. Additionally, the state government should create transparent and fair reward distribution structures, free from favouritism and nepotism. Finally, the state government should ensure the prompt and fair provision of incentives and fringe benefits to motivate and enhance employee performance.