Journal of Economic, Finance Research and Review (JEFRR) · Research article · Open access
Psychological Contract and Organisational Citizen Behaviour in the Nigerian Context
Idowu Owoeye
24 April 2026 · Vol. 2, Issue 4, pp. 246-252
DOI: 10.65150/EP-jefrr/V2E4/2026-05
Download full text (PDF)Cite this article
What is this article about?
In the Nigerian context, limited empirical research exists on voluntary work behaviours as influenced by the psychological contract, which is essential for a nuanced understanding of the employment relationship. This study, therefore, examined the effect of psychological contract on organisational citizenship behaviour (OCB).
Article at a glance
- Published
- 24 April 2026
- Volume / issue / pages
- Vol. 2, Issue 4, pp. 246-252
- ISSN
- 3051-3650 (online) · 3051-3642 (print)
- Licence
- CC BY 4.0 — free to read and reuse with attribution
- Peer review
- Double-blind, at least two independent reviewers
- Publisher
- EP Journals Group
Abstract
In the Nigerian context, limited empirical research exists on voluntary work behaviours as influenced by the psychological contract, which is essential for a nuanced understanding of the employment relationship. This study, therefore, examined the effect of psychological contract on organisational citizenship behaviour (OCB). A cross-sectional research design was adopted, and primary data were obtained through the administration of structured questionnaires. The data were analysed using both descriptive and inferential statistical techniques. The findings revealed that psychological contract significantly predicts OCB in the Nigerian context (R² = .420, F = 29.845, p < .001). Specifically, transactional contract (β = .388, t = 4.120, p < .001) and balanced contract (β = .761, t = 3.651, p < .001) had significant positive effects on OCB. However, relational and transitional contracts did not show any statistically significant influence on OCB. The study concludes that psychological contract is a key determinant of organisational citizenship behaviour in Nigeria. The findings have important implications for stakeholders in the employment sector, particularly in addressing brain drain and enhancing employee retention strategies for improved individual and organisational performance.
Keywords: Psychological contract, transactional contract, relational contract, transitional contract, balanced contract, organisational citizenship behaviour
Cite this article
Idowu Owoeye (2026). Psychological Contract and Organisational Citizen Behaviour in the Nigerian Context. Journal of Economic, Finance Research and Review, 2(4), 246-252. https://doi.org/10.65150/EP-jefrr/V2E4/2026-05
@article{Idowu2026,
title = {Psychological Contract and Organisational Citizen Behaviour in the Nigerian Context},
author = {Idowu Owoeye},
journal = {Journal of Economic, Finance Research and Review},
year = {2026},
volume = {2},
number = {4},
pages = {246-252},
doi = {10.65150/EP-jefrr/V2E4/2026-05},
url = {https://doi.org/10.65150/EP-jefrr/V2E4/2026-05}
}Questions about this article
Who wrote this article?
Idowu Owoeye.
Where and when was it published?
In Journal of Economic, Finance Research and Review, Volume 2, Issue 4, pages 246-252, published by EP Journals Group on 24 April 2026.
Is this article free to read?
Yes. It is open access under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 (CC BY 4.0) licence, so anyone can read, share and reuse it with attribution.
What is the DOI of this article?
10.65150/EP-jefrr/V2E4/2026-05 (https://doi.org/10.65150/EP-jefrr/V2E4/2026-05).
How do I cite this article?
APA: Idowu Owoeye (2026). Psychological Contract and Organisational Citizen Behaviour in the Nigerian Context. Journal of Economic, Finance Research and Review, 2(4), 246-252. https://doi.org/10.65150/EP-jefrr/V2E4/2026-05
More research from JEFRR
- Understanding Green Purchase Intention in the Digital Era: Green Communication, Brand Image, And Brand Trust
Dini Safitri, Sharon Claudia Rambu Podu Diah, Olaf Tri Wilopo Simanjuntak, Muhammad Fadli · Oct 2026
- Digital Marketing Transformation and Consumer Purchase Behaviour in Post-Pandemic Markets
Rezwan Hossain, Muhammad Shoaib, Darda Rahman · Oct 2026
- Effectiveness of Financial Literacy and Financial Inclusion on Competitiveness of Small and Medium Sized Enterprises in Uganda: The Mediating Role of Financial Planning
Eric Nzibonera, Godfrey Akileng, David Namanya · Oct 2026
- Relationship Between Community Policing Participation and Crime Reduction Among Lagos State Neighbourhood Safety Corps (LNSC) in Ikorodu West and Ikorodu Central, Lagos State
Oluwaseun Segun Adejuwon, Jatau Seikhan Nathan, Dr. Ajagun Olusegun Peter, Adebisi Gbenga Adejuwon · Oct 2026
- The Double Divide Revisited: Sector Composition, Within-Sector Adoption and Artificial Intelligence Use Among Minority- And Women-Owned U.S. Businesses
Olufemi Olumayowa Oni, Abimbola Usman, Olusegun Opeyemi Oni, Promise Okwarajiaku · Oct 2026