... This study contributes to the development of an innovative microfinance model (SIMM) to eradicate extreme poverty in rural areas. Microfinance Sharīʿah Microfinance model Poverty alleviation Mixed-method Poverty poses a significant burden on society, and microfinance has emerged as a popular...

... implications The analysis in this paper would fill the literature gap by investigating the link between application of QH and poverty alleviation. It will also guide academicians, researchers and decision-makers to design evidence-based policy to alleviate poverty. Originality/value To the best...

..., the awareness and knowledge of Islamic social finance instruments have a potentially significant positive contribution to poverty alleviation during the COVID-19 pandemic except for zakat that has an insignificant positive contribution. Ethical oriental has also a significant positive contribution. Contrary...

... poverty alleviation policies and interventions of the past three decades, millions of Nigerians still live in abject poverty, while thousands of university graduates roam the streets looking for jobs. Many unemployed Nigerians with good business ideas are usually discouraged by the alarmingly high...