AN ANALYSIS OF SOCIO-ECONOMIC VARIABLES THAT ENHANCE THE QUALITY OF LIFE IN RURAL KANO STATE

Abstract

This study analyzed some socio-economic variables that enhance the quality of life in rural Kano State. 
The study covered a total of 335 rural households across the three senatorial districts of Kano State; Kano 
South, Kano Central and Kano North. Purposive Sampling Technique (PST) was used to select three 
villages in each of the three senatorial districts. The aim of the study was to identify relationship between 
some socio-economic variables which enhance the quality of life in the study area. The study area with a 
population of 2,178 households was administered with a total of 335 copies of questionnaires to the 
sampled households using the systematic random sampling technique. The data analysis utilized both 
descriptive (table) and inferential statistical techniques (chi-square test of association). Research findings 
have shown that some of the socio-economic variables were found to have significant association 
(Occupation with Income level (p = 0.000), age group with family size (p = 0.000) and family size with 
educational level (p = 0.000). The study recommends the inclusion of rural people in decision making 
pertaining provision of infrastructure that improves their quality of life. Furthermore, Non-Profit 
Organizations, Government and Investors at all levels should show genuine interest by providing financial 
assistance, improved inputs and better agricultural practices in order to improve the economic quality of 
rural life.