MITIGATING SUPERVISORY INTIMIDATION IN POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES OF NIGERIAN TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS

Abstract

Supervisory intimidation in Nigerian postgraduate programmes significantly impairs student well-being, academic progress, and institutional integrity. This paper examines the dynamics of supervisory intimidation, contextualizing its causes, manifestations, and impacts through recent studies. Key factors such as power imbalances, cultural norms, and inadequate communication are explored alongside their consequences, including high dropout rates, compromised research quality, and psychological distress. This study underscores the need for Nigerian tertiary institutions to implement institutional policies, conduct supervisor training, and introduce transparent feedback mechanisms. Insights from recent research on ethical leadership reveal its potential to reduce academic procrastination and improve student outcomes, providing a blueprint for fostering positive academic environments