Guide for Authors

  • Submitted manuscripts must be original and not under consideration or previously published elsewhere.
  • Articles should be structured as follows: Introduction, Literature/Theoretical Review, Methodology, Discussion of Findings, Conclusion, and References.
  • Manuscripts should not exceed fifteen (15) pages, A4 size, typed in Times New Roman, 12-point font, with 1.15 line spacing. Sub-headings should be in uppercase, 12-point font.
  • The title of the paper should not exceed 15 words, centered, and typed in 20-point font. Author(s)’ names should appear in 18-point font.
  • A cover page must contain the title of the article, author(s)’ names, institutional affiliation, and designation. An abstract of not more than 150 words, typed in italics, must be included.
  • Tables, figures, and charts should be placed within the text and must not span more than one page.
  • References should appear on a separate page and be arranged alphabetically in accordance with the current APA style. Use 10-point font for references.
  • Manuscripts written in Arabic or French are acceptable.
  • Arabic manuscripts should be typed in Sakkal Majalla, 14-point font for text, 16-point for headings, and 15-point for sub-headings.
  • Articles written in languages other than English must include an English abstract and keywords.
  • All submissions are subject to blind peer review and plagiarism screening to ensure relevance and originality.
  • An assessment fee of ₦5,000.00 must accompany each submission.
  • Upon acceptance, a publication fee of ₦25,000.00 shall be paid before final publication.
  • Manuscripts should be submitted in MS Word format via: 📧 kiujrds@kiu.edu.ng or 📧 kiujrds@gmail.com
  • Payments should be made to: