IMPACT OF BUREAUCRATIC RED TAPE ON ADMINISTRATIVE EFFICIENCY AND TEACHER PRODUCTIVITY IN DEMONSTRATION SCHOOLS, FEDERAL UNIVERSITY DUTSIN-MA, KATSINA STATE

Abstract

This study examines the impact of bureaucratic red tape on administrative efficiency and teacher productivity in the Demonstration Schools of Federal University Dutsin-Ma, Katsina State. Three objectives of the study were used, three research questions were used and one research hypotheses were also employed employing a descriptive survey research design, the population comprised all the two Fudma Demonstration Schools with about 121 registered staff working in both schools in Dutsin-Ma LGA, Katsina State. 100 %of the total
populations (121 Staff) were chosen also as the sample due to size of the population. Self-structured questionnaire titled “Effect of Bureaucratic Red Tape on Administrative Efficiency in Demonstration Secondary Schools questionnaire (BRTAEDSSQ) was used to gather data from 121 staff members. Two experts validated instrument, One from Educational administration and planning, and the other from Measurement and Evaluation of Psychology Counselling Departments, Federal University Dutsin-Ma, Katsina State. The research questions were answered using mean and standard deviation, and the null hypothesis was tested at 0.05 significance level using t-test statistics. An interpretive cutoff point of 2.50 was established for the outcomes. The findings among others revealed that bureaucratic red tape significantly hampers administrative efficiency, prolongs decision-making, and complicates routine tasks, Additionally, it increases teacher workloads, reduces morale, and affects student outcomes through delays in resource provision and restricted administrative flexibility. The research concluded that Bureaucratic red tape significantly undermines administrative efficiency, teacher productivity, and student outcomes in the Demonstration Schools of Federal University Dutsin-Ma. Excessive procedures and delays hinder timely decision-making, disrupt the smooth operation of schools, and frustrate teachers, leading to diminished motivation and creativity. Recommendations include but not all the following Simplify and automate routine administrative tasks to reduce delays and enhance operational efficiency, grant greater autonomy to school leaders to make timely decisions, especially concerning resource allocation and problem-solving.