Eighteenth International Conference on Diversity in Organizations, Communities & Nations

Abstract

Nigeria is among the top ten remittance receiving counties in the world. It also rates high among countries that discriminate against female education. The study used a mixture of survey data and semi-structured interview on Nigerian dual- earner professional couples living in London to provide an analysis of variance (ANOVA) examined gender differences in remittance behaviour. Five different dimensions of remittances are also explored: reason, frequency, channel, type, social remittances, and importance. Findings are discussed in the context of motivational remittances models. It is shown that women are not only significantly more likely to remit but also differ in most other dimensions such as social remittances. There is preliminary evidence that part or all of this gender difference is driven by differences in levels of altruism. The study in conclusion submitted that remittances both monetary and non-monetary objectives differ considerably for men and women. Furthermore, there is a strong evidence supporting empowering of African women.