INFLUENCE OF SCHOOL ADMINISTRATORS ON THE ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE OF SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN DEKINA LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, KOGI STATE

ABSTRACT The study is titled "The Influence of Effective Administration on Academic Performance of Students in Senior Secondary Schools in Dekina Local Government Area, Kogi State." The research aimed to examine the extent to which administrative practices, including leadership style, regular evaluation, and strategies for improving teaching and learning processes, impact students' academic performance. The study focused on understanding how various administrative strategies, such as innovative teaching methods, regular professional development programs, and the provision of learning resources, influence the academic success of students in Dekina Local Government Area. The study was guided by the Theory of Educational Administration, which emphasizes the importance of leadership, decision-making, and the effective use of resources in influencing academic outcomes. The methodology employed in this study was a descriptive survey design, utilizing a structured questionnaire as the primary data collection tool. The sample consisted of students from selected senior secondary schools in Dekina, and data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, including mean and standard deviation, to determine the extent to which different administrative strategies influence academic performance. The findings of the study revealed that effective administration plays a significant role in shaping students' academic performance. The study highlighted the importance of leadership style, teacher supervision, and decision-making in school management.