Moses Orshio Adasu University, Makurdi

FACTORS INFLUENCING CORPORATE BEGGING (fine-Bara) IN KADUNA CENTRAL SENATORIAL ZONE

Ibrahim Khadijat , Yusuf Evelyn Hauwa'u & James Godswill

Abstract

Corporate begging, often referred to as "fine-bara," represents a polished and sophisticated form of solicitation where individuals present themselves in a neat and respectable manner, contrasting starkly with traditional begging. This study critically analyzes the factors influencing corporate begging in Kaduna Central Senatorial Zone, highlighting personal, cultural, and economic dimensions. Employing both quantitative and qualitative methodologies, data was collected through surveys and in-depth interviews. The findings reveal that economic hardship, personal factors such as laziness and lack of skills, and cultural and societal influences are significant drivers of corporate begging. The study concludes that religious teachings discourage begging, indicating that the choice to engage in corporate begging is influenced more by individual and societal factors than by religious doctrine. The paper recommends economic empowerment programs, skill development initiatives, cultural reforms, improved healthcare access, religious education, and legislative measures to mitigate the prevalence of corporate begging and improve social welfare.

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