Impact of Public Administration on Cricket Sport Governance in Lagos State

Résumé

Despite cricket's global prominence, there is a significant gap in understanding the application of public administration principles within
cricket boards, particularly regarding transparency, financial management, and accountability. This study examined public administration in sports
governance in Lagos State, Nigeria. Data was primarily collected through questionnaires, supplemented by journals, textbooks, and archived
government documents. The study population comprised 82 individuals, including players, coaches, umpires, board members, and management of
Lagos State cricket sport. Using the Krejcie and Morgan table, a sample size of 67 respondents was determined. Out of the distributed questionnaires, 60
were completed and analysed using SPSS version 21. The study found that transparent and inclusive decision-making is crucial in governance and
organizational management, with the cricket board's decision-making processes being clearly communicated and widely supported. There was
strong agreement on the importance of codes of conduct and ethical standards to maintain the integrity of sports organizations. However, areas needing
improvement were identified, such as enhancing community involvement to foster ownership and support for local teams and addressing potential gaps in
media collaboration for better engagement. The study concluded that the governance, accountability, and operational structures of the cricket board
exhibit both strengths and areas in need of improvement. The study recommends that the Lagos State government should use social media, local
media, community meetings, and newsletters to engage diverse communities; developing and promoting cricket programmes that cater to a wide range of
demographics, including underrepresented groups, and ensuring events are culturally inclusive and reflect the diversity of Lagos.