About the Journal

About the Journal

The TID Synergy Journal of Development is a peer-reviewed, open-access academic journal published by the Institute for Development Synergy (TIDS). The journal provides an interdisciplinary platform for the publication of high-quality research, reviews, policy analyses, and practice-oriented papers that address contemporary development challenges in Nigeria, Africa, and the wider global community.

The journal was established in line with the mission of the Institute for Development Synergy to promote meaningful collaboration between academia, government, civil society, and industry. It is committed to publishing work that not only advances scholarship but also contributes to policy engagement, institutional strengthening, professional practice, and sustainable human development.

Focus and Scope
The journal welcomes original and rigorous contributions in areas related to development research and practice, including but not limited to governance, public policy, education, public health, leadership, law, entrepreneurship, economic development, gender and social inclusion, public-private partnerships, security, technology, engineering, innovation, sustainability, capital markets, and investment literacy. The journal is especially interested in interdisciplinary work that bridges theory, evidence, and practical application.

Publication Frequency
The TID Synergy Journal of Development is published on a quarterly basis.

Open Access Policy
This journal provides immediate open access to all its content on the principle that making research freely available to the public supports a greater global exchange of knowledge. Readers may access, read, download, and use published content for lawful academic and non-commercial purposes, subject to proper attribution of authorship and source.

Peer Review Process
All submissions undergo an initial editorial screening to determine their suitability for the journal’s scope, quality standards, and submission requirements. Manuscripts that pass this stage are subjected to a double-blind peer review process, in which both authors and reviewers remain anonymous. The journal is committed to fairness, academic integrity, originality, and scholarly excellence in its review procedures.

Copyright Notice
Authors who publish in the TID Synergy Journal of Development retain copyright of their work while granting the journal the right of first publication. By submitting to the journal, authors confirm that their manuscripts are original, have not been published elsewhere, and are not under consideration by another publication. Authors are responsible for ensuring that all sources are properly acknowledged and that submitted work does not infringe on the rights of third parties.

Sponsorship Disclosure
The journal is published by the Institute for Development Synergy (TIDS), a non-profit interdisciplinary academic and professional institution based in Abuja, Nigeria. The journal operates as part of the Institute’s mission to support research, capacity building, and development-oriented knowledge dissemination. Any future partnerships, sponsorships, or institutional support relevant to the journal’s operations will be disclosed appropriately.

History of the Journal
The TID Synergy Journal of Development was established as part of the Institute for Development Synergy’s commitment to promoting research-driven solutions to development challenges. It was created to serve as a credible forum for scholars, researchers, policymakers, and practitioners whose work contributes to development thinking, policy, and practice.

Privacy Statement
The names, email addresses, and other personal details entered on this journal site will be used exclusively for the stated purposes of this journal and will not be made available for any other purpose or to any other party except as required for the normal operation of the journal.

Archiving
The journal is committed to the long-term preservation and accessibility of its published content. Information on participation in recognized digital archiving systems, including LOCKSS or CLOCKSS, will be provided as such arrangements are finalized.