By: Gabriel A. Adejor, David D. Ogwuche, Sunday E. Ologunla
Pages: 104–123, Volume: 3, Number: 1
Published by: AEFUNAI Journal of Economics, Finance and Development Studies, Alex Ekwueme Federal University, Ndufu-Alike, 2/1/2026, 2026
ISSN (Electronic): 2536-6742
DOI:
Environmental Quality and Literacy Rate Nexus in Nigeria: A Dynamic Ordinary Least Squares (DOLS) Approach
Abstract:
This paper examined the impact of environmental quality indicators on literacy rates in Nigeria. The data’s stationary qualities were established using the Augmented Dickey-Fuller (ADF) unit root test, while the ARDL/Bounds cointegration technique was employed to established long run relationship among the variables. The model was estimated using the Dynamic Ordinary Least Squares (DOLS) technique. Findings indicated a significant long-run impact of environmental quality indicators on literacy in Nigeria. Specifically, air quality and municipal solid waste had a positive and statistically significant impact on literacy, suggesting that a cleaner environment promotes better educational outcomes. The study recommends that the government should integrate environmental sustainability into educational planning.
Keywords: Environmental quality, Literacy, Sustainable development, Ecological footprint
How to Cite
Adejor, G. A., Ogwuche, D. D., & Ologunla, S. E. (2026). Environmental Quality and Literacy Rate Nexus in Nigeria: A Dynamic Ordinary Least Squares (DOLS) Approach. AEFUNAI Journal of Economics, Finance and Development Studies (AEFUNAI-JEFDS), Vol. 3(1), 104–123.
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