2025-03-27https://repository.covenantuniversity.edu.ng/handle/123456789/32089The importance of cooperative societies cannot be overemphasized. Scholars agreed that it has both micro and macro effects on the economy. The study explores the micro effects of cooperative society as 1t relates to its effectiveness in satisfying members needs .A factor analysis was carried out on the response of the members and it was discovered that two categories of needs can be identified. Descriptive statistics was also carried out and the findings showed the effectiveness of cooperatives in satisfying human needs. The study recommended that the welfare of the members should be of priority to the government and the management of the societies.application/pdfHF CommerceArticle