About the Journal

Federal University Wukari General Studies Journal (FUWGESTJ) is a peer-reviewed, multidisciplinary academic journal published annually by the General Studies Directorate of the Federal University Wukari, Nigeria. The journal provides a platform for high-quality scholarly discourse that reflects the diverse intellectual traditions represented across the university and beyond. FUWGESTJ accepts original research articles, theoretical papers, reviews, and interdisciplinary contributions from a wide spectrum of fields, including:

  • Pure and Applied Sciences

  • Medical and Health Sciences

  • Engineering and Technology

  • Agriculture and Environmental Sciences

  • Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences

  • Education and Vocational Studies

  • Gender Studies and Development

  • Life Sciences and Management Sciences

  • Information and Communication Technology

  • English Language Studies, especially its use as a second language in Nigerian higher institutions

The journal places special emphasis on promoting clarity of communication, linguistic development, national integration, sustainable development, and peacebuilding scholarship.

Focus and Scope

FUWGESTJ is committed to advancing knowledge by:

  • Promoting interdisciplinary research that addresses contemporary issues in Nigeria, Africa, and the global community.

  • Encouraging scholarship that supports peaceful coexistence, sustainable development, cultural heritage preservation, and technological advancement.

  • Providing a forum for research that enhances communication skills, critical thinking, and intellectual growth.

  • Supporting studies aligned with global objectives such as the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

The journal seeks contributions that are rigorous, original, and relevant to academic, professional, and national development aspirations.

Open Access Policy

FUWGESTJ operates an open access model, ensuring that all published articles are freely available to the public immediately upon publication. Readers may read, download, copy, distribute, print, or link to the full texts of articles without prior permission from the publisher or authors, provided proper citation is given. This policy supports the global exchange of knowledge and contributes to scholarly visibility.

Copyright and Licensing

Authors retain copyright of their work upon publication. Articles in FUWGESTJ are typically distributed under a Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY) license—allowing others to share and adapt the material for any purpose, provided the original authors and source are properly credited.

Publication Ethics and Responsibilities

FUWGESTJ adheres to strict ethical standards consistent with COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics) guidelines. Authors, reviewers, and editors are expected to uphold the highest professional and academic integrity in the submission, review, and editorial processes. Plagiarism, data manipulation, and unethical research practices are not tolerated.

Peer Review Process

The journal employs a double-blind peer review system. Submitted manuscripts undergo initial editorial screening followed by review from at least two independent experts. Decisions are based solely on scholarly merit, originality, methodological rigor, and relevance to the journal’s scope.

Sponsorship and Funding Disclosure

FUWGESTJ is published by the General Studies Directorate, Federal University Wukari. Unless otherwise stated, the journal receives institutional support and does not charge authors publication or processing fees. Any external sponsorship, grants, or funding for specific issues will be fully disclosed within the relevant publication.

Journal History

FUWGESTJ was established to promote the dissemination of multidisciplinary research emerging from the General Studies Programme of the Federal University Wukari. Over the years, it has expanded its scope to include submissions from researchers across Nigeria and the international academic community, reflecting the university’s commitment to intellectual diversity, national development, and global scholarly engagement.

Archiving and Digital Preservation

FUWGESTJ participates in digital preservation systems such as LOCKSS and CLOCKSS, which ensure that the journal’s content is securely archived and remains accessible in the long term. This guarantees perpetual availability of published materials even in the event of system failures or the journal’s discontinuation.

Privacy Statement

The names, email addresses, and personal information provided to the journal’s editorial office or website are used exclusively for the stated purposes of FUWGESTJ. They will not be shared with third parties, used for commercial purposes, or made available for any other use without the explicit consent of the individuals concerned.