Sociological Perspective of Meritocracy in the Nigeria Public Organization an Overview of the Recruitment Processes in Some Kano State Public Organizations

Abstract

Every organization desires to achieve effectiveness and efficiency. However, one of the vital indices that many Nigeria public organizations failed to put into consideration is giving the opportunity to those who actually merit it. The objectives of any organization can only be achieve when appropriate, competent, and diligent work forces are put in place, ‘Meritocracy’ provided a fair system and opportunity for the most able people who can produce the best results. It serves as a mechanism that enhances social mobility and encourages people to reach their fullest potential.It is therefore pertinent that the principles of meritocracy is adopted in every recruitment exercises in the Nigeria public organization. This study was exploratory research and it employed the in-depth interview for collecting primary data from the respondents. The data collected were transcribed, converted into written form and thematic were provided. The findings of the study revealed that there are various impediments to the achievement of the principles of meritocracy in the Nigeria public organization ranging from the compliances to the federal character commission; statism; nepotism; religion and godfatherism. The study suggest the need to firmly ensconce the principles of meritocracy in the recruitment processes for the purpose of achieving effectiveness and efficiencies in the Kano public organization.