THEME: REINTEGRATION AND REBUILDING SUB-SAHARA AFRICAN NATIONS FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT: MULTIDISCIPLINARY APPROACH
DATE: 31ST May, 2023
VENUE: ABUBAKAR TAFAWA BALEWA UNIVERSITY, BAUCHI, BAUCHI STATE, NIGERIA
ORGANIZERS: BERKELEY RESEARCH AND PUBLICATIONS INTERNATIONAL
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PROBLEMATIZING STATEMENT OF RESEARCH PROBLEM IN A RESEARCH TOPIC
JIMOH, IHIOVI OJO (PhD) ABBAS B. AMINU (PhD)
Department of Local Government and Development Studies, Faculty of Administration, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria
Abstract
Identification of statement of research problem has been a major issue troubling researchers and this was promised on the poor reading habit and understanding what exactly the study set out to solve. Therefore, this study was designed to guide researcher on areas where they can easily identified there research problem. The conceptual paper was guided from the evidenced documented from previous studies and other library materials. The study identified the following areas as a veritable source of statement of problem identification in a research. Such areas include: scope, location, methodology, literature review and significance or justification of the previous work. Other vital areas to consider are policy documents, observation, and situational analysis, deductions from theory, interviewing practitioners, personal experience and interdisciplinary perspectives. The study therefore recommends that a research topic should be compelling, researchable and it should supports multiple perspectives.
Key Terms: Research, Problem, Statement, Conceptualization and Identification
APPLICATION OF LANDSCAPE ELEMENTS FOR CREATIVE LEARNING SPACES IN THE DESIGN OF A MODEL SECONDARY SCHOOL, MINNA NIGER STATE
USMAN M.J. AND ABDULRAHMAN M.E.
Department of Architecture, School of Environmental Technology, Federal University of Technology Minna Niger State
Abstract
Landscaping the school environment does not only make it serene and conducive for learning, but also increases creativity and innovativeness of the pupils whose flair for learning are heightened through flexibility in their learning spaces. This study therefore aims to apply landscape elements for creative learning spaces in public secondary schools with the objective of identifying these public schools and then ascertaining the level of landscape elements provided to ascertain its level of meeting the needs of the students as well as achieving conducive teaching and learning environment. Case studies and observations schedule were conducted and questionnaires administered to the users of the existing public secondary schools and the results were triangulated. Findings show a predominant use of hard landscaping elements in the schools environments which is not appropriate for creative learning in the schools. The students’ creativity is hindered due to lack of soft landscaping elements in the environment. The study concludes that landscaping elements in school environment should be made mandatory especially around the learning spaces. It is therefore recommended for all public schools to incorporate landscaping elements in orderly manner for creative learning and teaching for quality education products at affordable costs.
Keywords: Creativity, Environment, Landscape elements, Learning, Schools.
IMPACT OF CORONA-VIRUS (COVID-19) PANDEMIC LOCKDOWN ON EXAMINATION PERFORMANCE AMONGST STUDENTS IN BUILT ENVIRONMENT DISCIPLINES AT FEDERAL UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY, MINNA
ANAS, H. AND OYEWOBI, L. O.
Department of Quantity Surveying, Federal University of Technology, Minna, Nigeria
ABSTRACTS
This study aims to investigate how the coronavirus has impacted examinations in higher educational institutions and compare the performance of students in examinations before and during the pandemic, with a focus on students in technology. A quantitative research approach was thus employed with the use of a questionnaire for collecting data from students of the school of environmental technology at the Federal University of Technology Minna, with a focus on four selected departments (architecture, building, estate management and valuation, and quantity surveying). For this study, a sample size of 646 was used to obtain data for finding answers to the questions posed by the research. The analysis of the data was carried out with the use of a frequency count, percentage, mean item score, and T-test. The results obtained from the analysis of the data led to the conclusions stated in this section. Findings from the study revealed that the majority (90%) of the respondents were of the opinion that COVID-19 confinement affects the academic performance of built environment students. The findings revealed that the number of students in good standing decreased in the 2021–2022 session compared to the students in good standing in 2019–2020. While the number of students with deficiencies in the 2021–2022 session was higher than the number of students in good standing in the 2019–2020 session. The overall level of coping mechanisms in the environmental factors that affect the academic performance of built environment students during the COVID-19 pandemic was 2.86, which indicated “a little” effectiveness of coping mechanisms. It was recommended that, in order to cope with the environmental factors that affect the academic performance of built environment students during the COVID-19 pandemic, the school management and the students should browse the web, listen to music, seek religious support, and carry out exercise.
Keywords: Corona-Virus (Covid-19), Examination, Lockdown, Pandemic, Performance
INFLUENCE OF WEED CONTROL PRACTICES ON THE GROWTH AND YIELD OF HOLY BASIL (Ocimum sanctum) IN NSUKKA DERIVED SAVANNA
1*OSADEBE, V.O., 1DAUDA, N., 1NWAMBA, M. I AND 2EDE, A. E.
1Department of Crop Science, University of Nigeria, Nsukka, Enugu State, Nigeria. 2Department of Agricultural Education, Federal College of Education, Eha-Amufu, Enugu State
ABSTRACT
Effect of weed control methods on the growth and yield of holy basil (Ocimum sanctum) was evaluated in the field from October 2019 to February 2020 at the Teaching and Research Farm of Department of Crop Science, University of Nigeria, Nsukka located in the derived savanna agro-ecology of Southeastern Nigeria. The experiment was carried out to evaluate the effect of nine weed management methods on the growth and yield of holy basil. The treatments were: post emergence application of haloxyfop at 0.2 kg a.i./ha sprayed at 30 days after transplanting, weed free, hoe weeding at 30 days after transplanting, mulch with transparent polyethylene, mulch with black polyethylene, mulch with red polyethylene, mulch with sawdust, mulch with rice husk and weedy plot as control. The experiment was laid out in a randomized complete block design (RCBD) with three replications. Data were collected on the growth and yield parameters and also on weed density and biomass. The data were analyzed using (Genstat) at 5% level of probability. The result showed a significant effect (p<0.05) by the treatments on the growth and yield parameters of holy basil. Rice husk mulched plots gave significantly higher growth parameters throughout the experiment but with the least plant establishment while black polyethylene mulch gave the least weed population, weed fresh weight and weed dry weight and higher yield. Therefore, the use of black polyethylene and rice husk mulch should be adopted for better growth and yield of holy basil.
Keywords: Weed control, Weed biomass, Weed dry weight, Yield, Holy basil
ASSESSMENT OF 2016/2017 BASIC EDUCATION CERTIFICATE EXAMINATION IN AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE IN BORNO STATE, NIGERIA
ALI UMARU &GONI SHETIMA
Borno State Teaching Service Board, Maiduguri. Borno State, Borno State University, Maiduguri
Abstract
This study assessed 2016/2017 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) in Agricultural Science in Borno State, Nigeria. The study outline the following objectives; extent to which Borno state Basic Education Certificate Examination 2016/2017 Agricultural science Objective and essay questions conform to guideline 0n tests construction; level of learning outcome measured by BECE. Three research questions. The research was based on conceptual and theoretical framework. The theory was on classical Tests Theory. The research design of this study was ex post facto design. The population of the study consisted of 3,419students and 45 Agricultural Science Teachers. The study used multi- stage cluster sampling technique to determining the sample size for the study. 346 students and 40 Agricultural Science Teachers were used as sample size. The researcher used proforma as means of data collection; the data collected were analyzed using Kendall’s W and descriptive statistics of percentage. Results showed that; 99% of BECE 2016/2017 test items adhered to tests construction guidelines; However, BECE 2016/2017 Test items measured lower level of learning outcomesuch as remembering 48%, understanding 33.5% and 15.5% applying; neglecting analyzing, evaluating and creating.; based on the findings above, the researcher recommended that ; Borno state Government should trained teachers on tests construction that measure higher level of cognitive domains and more workshops for Teachers on Tests construction, administration, scoring and reporting.
DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION AND TESTING OF FEED MILL SHREDDING BLADES
HASSAN AHMAD MAIDORAWA, ABUBAKAR, M. A., DAHEER, A. A, AND DISINA, U.M.
Department of Mechanical Engineering Technology, Federal Polytechnic, Bauchi, 0231, Nigeria.
Abstract
Incubation center Bauchi operating hammer mill, but their blades are wearing and contaminated the animal feed produce by the blades after two months. Wearing off is the most common problem of the hammer mill blades. Wearing is the gradual removal of the material or degradation of materials at a solid surfaces. Design modification construction and testing of feed mill shredding blades was done, by preparing the different test samples (hardness, tensile and impact) elemental analysis was first carried out using Niton XL 3T XRF Analyzer revealed the contents of blade, which comprises Fe (98.42-98.0 %) Manganese (1.01-0.867%) Palladium (0.23- 0.014%) molybdenum (0.014-0.011) Bismuth (0.014-0.024%) Zinc (0.24- 0.026%) Copper (0.092- 0.000 %) Nickel (0.196- 0.156&) Carbon (0.462- 0.226%). Most of these elements are of deleterious effects to both humans and Animals when consume in excess of the allowable concentration. Mechanical properties Test was conducted using Rockwell hardness testing machine, universal testing machine was used for tensile strength test and impact testing machine for impact strength test. It revealed that the sample C have the overall improvement on the mechanical properties (68.673 HRC, 1287.737 Mpa and 1050 KJ/m) the blades was constructed using simple engineering design concept and the blades are of two types square blades and chamfer blades which was used to correlate the effect of geometry in the wear of the blades. And also the blades were treated according to the Sample C procedures, after comparing between the treated and untreated blades. It shows that the treated blade has more wear resistance than the untreated and also has less rate of contaminating the food produce by the blade. The result also shows that the treated blades have efficiency of 3 times of the untreated blades after it was for 60 days on the shredding machine.
Keywords: Design, construction, feed mill, Shredding blades and Wear
ECONOMIC ANALYSIS OF TURMERIC (Curcuma longa L.) PRODUCTION IN ZANGON-KATAF LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, KADUNA STATE, NIGERIA
A. S. SAMBO1 AND SHEHU, A.2
1Department of Agricultural Extension and Management, Nuhu Bamalli Polytechnic Zaria, Samaru-Kataf Campus. 2Department of Agricultural Economics and Extension, Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, Bauchi.
ABSTRACT
The study analysed the economics of turmeric production in Zangon – Kataf LGA of Kaduna State, Nigeria. The study used multi-stage sampling for samples selection. Data were collected using structured questionnaires. Data analysis was done using descriptive statistics, gross margin analysis and linear regression models. Results of socio-economic characteristics indicated that 50% of the farmers were within the age group of 21 – 40 years, a high proportion (44.4%) of them were well experienced in farming and had moderately sized household sizes (71.2%), and majority (70%) of them were males and 72.2% were married. Results of profitability shows that turmeric production was profitable with average gross margin and profit of ₦93,297.95/ha and ₦76,297.95/ha respectively, and a return on investment of 0.49%. Results of output determinant shows that the coefficients of labour, fertilizer, and agrochemicals were each significant at 1% level of probability, while that of quantity of seeds was significant at 5% level of probability. The result showed a coefficient of multiple determinations (R2) of 0.892%. Furthermore, results of production constraints shows that the most important factors militating against turmeric production were poor production technologies and scarcity and inadequacy of inputs, each reported by 47.8% of the respondents. The study concludes that turmeric production in the study area was profitable and worthwhile. It recommends that turmeric farmers must access improved farming technologies and government should take proactive measures to improve the prices of turmeric output.
Keywords: Economic, Analysis, Turmeric, Production, Kaduna State
EVALUATING THE SITE ATTRIBUTES AND CAPITAL VALUE OF RECREATIONAL REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT IN AKWA IBOM STATE, NIGERIA.
1EKPO, MBOSOWO EBONG (PHD), 2ARC. AKWAOWO, DIANABASI REUBEN AND 3ATTAI, HOSANNA MOSES
1Department of Estate Management and Valuation, Akwa Ibom State Polytechnic, Ikot Osurua. Uyo. Akwa Ibom State. 2Department of Architecture, Akwa Ibom State Polytechnic, Ikot Osurua. Uyo. Akwa Ibom State. 3Department of Surveying and Geoinformatics, Akwa Ibom State Polytechnic, Ikot Osurua. Uyo. Akwa Ibom State.
Abstract
This research aimed at examining the site attributes and capital values of recreational real estate in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. In order to achieve the stated aim, the objectives were to examine the site attributes of recreational real estate in the study area, to determine the mean capital value of recreational real estate investments in the study area and to establish the relationship between site attributes and recreational real estate investment in the study area. The research work adopted the cross-sectional survey type of design. The research population comprised Estate Surveyors and Valuers who have rendered professional services in the study area. Stratified random sampling method was used. Both descriptive and inferential statistics were employed in the analysis of the data using the Microsoft Excel software. Data obtained was analysed using regression analysis and analysis of variance. Site attributes formed the independent variable and mean capital value constituted the dependent variable. The study found out that the site attributes comprised considered by investors in the study area comprised plot size, plot shape, utilities and open space. The study also found out varying capital values across the 31 Local Government Areas of the State, with the maximum capital value of N164,100,000.00 observed in Uyo Local Government, and the minimum capital value of N58,280,500.00 observed in Ika Local Government Area of the study area. Regression result showed a p-value of 0.000, which is less than 0.05, F-ratio value of 46.58 and an R2 value of 88.17%. This indicated a strong relationship and implied that site attribute has a significant relationship with the capital value of recreational real estate. The research concluded there was a statistically significant relationship between site attributes and capital value of residential real estate in Akwa Ibom State. The findings in this research can aid policy makers in reintegrating and rebuilding sub-Saharan African nations for a sustainable development.
Keywords: Site Attributes, Capital Value, Recreational Real Estate, Akwa Ibom State.
ASSESSMENT OF SOIL SALINITY OF RIVER KUBANNI, ZARIA, KADUNA STATE FOR IRRIGATION
RAJIU MUSTAPHA MUHAMMAD1, YASEER ADAM NABAGE,1 ANAS KABIR,1 ALIYU UMAR MANI2
1Civil Engineering, Federal Polytechnic Bauchi 2Civil Engineering Ahmadu Bello University Zaria
ABSTRACT
Soil and water are the most Basic natural resources that sustain life, and mismanagement or contamination of either of the two leads to the total exhaustion or become unfit for the intended use. Hence a periodic assessment is required in the course of its usage. This research was conducted in order to find out the quality status of soil which is being used by a lot of farmers for irrigation activities. Soil samples were collected from three different strategic locations within the irrigation area for laboratory analysis. The pH, electrical conductivity, magnesium, potassium, sodium, and calcium of the samples were determined. The pH values for soil samples collected from the three area ranged from 6.40 – 7.53 which indicate that it is within the acceptable range for irrigation. The average concentrations of magnesium, potassium, sodium and calcium, were found to be within the acceptable limits of usage for crop production under irrigation. The electrical conductivity which ranges from 0.25 – 0.66 ds/m shows that the soil is good for irrigation. Hence does not indicate any need of restriction for its use for irrigation. The sodium adsorption ratio for the soil samples from the three areas were observed to be far below 10. This implies that for sodicity classification the water falls into class s1. Hence the danger of the development of high exchangeable sodium percentage ESP is minimal
Keywords: Irrigation. Soil salinity, Sodicity, Sodium Adsorption Ratio, Exchangeable Sodium Percentage
DEATH OBTAINABLE ETHICS OF BURIAL AND CONDOLENCE IN ISLAM
MAL. YUSUF ABUBAKAR
School of Art and Social Sciences A.D.R College of Education Legal and General Studies, Misau Bauchi State
ABSTRACT
This proper aim at examining the meaning of Death, the types of death and the signs of the dead person, the to prepare the corpse, the process and protocols as well as the procedure to follow before taking the corpse to his/her grave, the type of dress for the dead man and woman, the funeral prayers and the desirable way of burying the dead boy in Islam and the salutation/ greeting to the deceased relatives.
PLANNING IMPLICATIONS OF URBAN ECONOMIC COMPLEXITY AND GROWTH IN KADUNA METROPOLIS
*ABDULLAHI, MOHAMMED NASIR; **ABDULAZEEZ MOHAMMED JAJERE; & ***MANSUR BELLO
*Raw Materials, Research and Development Council, Nigeria. **Department of Social Sciences, College of Administrative Studies and Social Sciences, Kaduna polytechnic, Kaduna. ***Department of Urban and Regional Planning, College of Environmental Studies, Kaduna polytechnic, Kaduna.
Abstract
The study was on Urban Economies as Complex Systems in Kaduna Metropolis. The purpose was to explore urban economies as complex systems in the study area with a view to proffer solutions for improvement. The research design method, GIS and spatial metrics techniques were used to establish the spatial-coverage of the 14 districts on map and the population densities distribution range maps. The Google satellite imageries of 60m spatial resolution were directly imported into the Arcmap 1.0 environment, georeferenced and vectorized on the computer system based on the knowledge of the study area. Purposive random sampling technique was used and structured questionnaire containing 20 items was designed by the researcher to collect factual information for data analysis. The results of the study revealed that there was exponential population growth and the projections of the population of the study area in 2023 were at 2,703,983. It also revealed that options that advance economic dynamism to be population; political; creation of new towns; transportation, and introduction of modern facilities; and options for a retarded economic to be low quality of human capital; low technology, innovation, research and development; Insecure formal institutions; unstable political environment. The urban growth problems were frightening quality of life; human and environmental poverty; and housing and associated facilities.
Keywords: Metropolis, Urban dynamism, Planning Implications, Economics, Complex systems
PRELIMINARY ANALYSIS OF GUAVA (PSIDIUM GUAJAVA) LEAVES EXTRACTS FOR BIOACTIVE COMPOUNDS AND NUTRITIVE MINERAL ELEMENTS FOR ETHNO-MEDICINAL AND HEALTH BENEFITS.
1UZOH, RAYMOND D. AND 2KABIRU YAKUBU
1Materials Science Technology Department, Federal Polytechnic, Mubi, Adamawa state,Nigeria. 2Botany Department, Adamawa State University, Mubi, Adamawa state, Nigeria.
ABSTRACT
It has been empirically established that Guava, psidium guajava fruits and leaves have both ethno-medicinal and health benefits. For the above reasons and moreso to establish the scientific evidence for the said application and other health benefits, 10g of pulverized leaves of Guava was extracted with 100cm3 of 98.9% n-hexane while 20g of pulverized leaves was extracted with 150 cm3 of methanol,water mixture in ratio 4:1. The above extracts were mixed with distilled water and phytochemical screening conducted according to standard methods; Wagner,1993; Sofowora,1982; Trease and Evans,1989; Horbone,1995,e.t.c. The phytochemical analysis of the n-hexane extract indicated the presence of flavonoids, tannins, anthocyanins, steroids, reducing sugar, terpenoids but indicated absence of alkaloids while the screening analysis on the methanol, water extract indicated the presence of condensed tannins,sterols,flavonoids, reducing sugar, alkaloids, anthocyanins and terpenoids. The trace metal analysis showed the presence of sodium ion and potassium ions as obtained by spectrophotometric analysis conducted on the dilute aqueous extract of guava leaves. From trace metal analysis, the average emission intensity of sodium and potassium were found to be 4 and 99 respectively. Their concentration was extrapolated in part per million from standard curves to be Na =0.3 ppm and K= 49 ppm and therefore their masses are 0.3 mg Na and 49 mg K in 5g of sample. The sodium ion and potassium ion (Na+/K+) ratio in the leave extract was found to be 0.006 indicating a high level of potassium in the extracts. Hence guava leaves currently being used as an herbal tea and the leave extract as a supplement are good sources of medicinal phytochemicals and nutritive mineral elements like potassium coupled with excellent health benefits.
Keywords: Guava, Potassium, Sodium, medicinal, health.
ADVERTISING TOOLS’ CHOICE AND THE MARKETING OF CONSUMER PRODUCTS
OGUNDEJI, SUNDAY TOLULOPE1 & ADEYEMI, ABIODUN OLANREWAJU2
Department of Marketing, Federal Polytechnic, Bida Niger State1. Department of Mass Communication, Federal Polytechnic, Bida Niger State2
Abstract
Advertising is a form of mass communication that is paid for by the seller who wants to communicate about his product or service to the customers. Consumer market has been one of the most rapid growing markets in the world for the last decade; to continue to be competitive; marketers require effective advertising tools and that become a vital technique for marketers to stimulate consumer demands towards purchasing any brand. This study examined two tools of advertising (telemarketing and billboard ads) and their impacts on the marketing of consumer products. The study adopted survey research design because the method is capable of providing information on the attitudes, feelings, beliefs, behaviour, personal characteristics and other descriptive terms of respondents. The population comprised of the 25 major distributors of consumer products in Bida and all of them were considered for the study since they are within manageable size for the researcher. Structured questionnaires were designed to obtain primary data from the distributors and they were analysed using SPSS and path analysis with two models. The results of the study indicated that billboard advertising affects significantly, the marketing of consumer products; also, telemarketing has a positive and significant impact on marketing of consumer products. It was therefore concluded that telemarketing has a major effect on the marketing of consumer products and it has positive and significant effect on their sale. It was therefore recommended that marketing intermediaries and marketers should continue to use telemarketing to advertise their products as the tool has proven to be dependable and potent to move products closer to the customers. Also, management of firms should make sure that their choice of advertisement tools is such that will cut across all segments of their customers.
Keywords: Advertising; Tools; Choice; Marketing; Consumer; Products.
BUILDING A VIRILE AFRICAN SOCIETY THROUGH IRONY: A CASE STUDY OF AMINATA SOW FALL’S THE BEGGARS’ STRIKE
ADELOWO ABIMBOLA DAPO
Department of English, School of Languages, Oyo State College of Education, Lanlate, Oyo State.
Abstract
It can never be gain – said that in any given society there would definitely be the haves and the have-nots. In fact, the groups of people in any society consist of working class, the middle class and the upper class and that each class has its roles for the wellbeing of that very society. The novel under study portrays life in an Islamic/Muslim country called Senegal. The writer engages irony to sensitize her society to shun cruelty towards certain categories of people in the society that is vastly dancing to the tunes of fleeting western values. The paper, scrutinizing the primary text, aspires to appraise the literary work with a view to showing how she uses irony to impact and teach her society memorable lessons. The paper concludes by giving tangible suggestions not only to African leaders but leaders in other nations of the world.
SURVEY ON RADIO FREQUENCY HARVESTERS: DESIGN, PROSPECTS, AND CONSTRAINTS
DAWAR, K. P.1*, USMAN A. U.2, MICHEAL, D.3, JIYA, A.G.4
1 Department of Computer Engineering, Plateau State Polytechnic, Barkin-Ladi, Nigeria, 2,3,4 Department of Telecommunication Engineering, Federal University of Technology Minna, Nigeria,
Abstract
The massive deployment of small wireless sensor nodes, and the Internet of Things (IoT) in 5G communications systems, depends on batteries to power the electronic devices. This calls for an alternative and efficient source of power to mitigate the problem of replacement of bad batteries, indiscriminate disposal of bad batteries that cause environmental pollution, the use of noisy and fossil fuel generators, and dependence on the main alternative current power source for recharging batteries in harsh terrains. Researchers have postulated solar, thermal, vibration, and Radio Frequency – Energy Harvesters (RF – EH) as an alternative source of power to small electronic devices. The RF-EH is a promising source of energy that harvests available radio frequency energy in the environment for recharging batteries of electronic devices that are deployed in harsh terrains. And it provides battery-free power to electronic devices. Unlike solar, vibration, and thermal harvesters, the RF-EH does not depend on varying daily intensities of sun, vibration, or heat to function efficiently. This review paper presents RF-EH architecture, its prospects, and constraints for further study.
Keywords: Radio Frequency, Energy Harvester, Antenna, Rectifier and Batteries
LOGISTIC REGRESSION ANALYSIS TO PREDICT THE DISCHARGE STATUS OF HYPERTENSIVE PATIENTS IN HOSPITAL
FASASI, S.K. & OSUNTOKI, N.B.
Department of Mathematics and Statistics, School of Science, the Oke – Ogun Polytechnic, Saki, Oyo State
Abstract
The model summary gives us the usefulness of the model and provides the -2 log likelihood and pseudo R2 values for the full model. The Cox & Snell R Square and Nagelkerke R Square values shows the amount of variation in the dependent variable explained by the model (explanatory variables) from 0 – 1. In the table above 5.5% of the variation in the dependent variable is explained by the logistic model. Nagelkerke R Square is 10% relationship between the predictors and prediction. -2log likelihood is 641.414 which is high and indicates a poor prediction of the outcome because the smaller the statistic the better the model. -2LL value for this model (641.414) is what was compared to -2LL for the previous null model in the omnibus test of model coefficient which told us that there was significant decrease in -2LL, that is, our new model (with explanatory variables) is significantly better fit than the null model.
Keywords: log likelihood, null model, logistic model, Nagelkerke R Square
INFLUENCE OF SOCIAL MEDIA ON ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE OF COLLEGES OF EDUCATION STUDENTS IN KANO STATE, NIGERIA
ANWO, ABDULMALIK OLAYINKA
Federal College Of Education (Technical), Bichi, Kano State, Nigeria
Abstract
The rate at which students use social media networks is on the increase due to advancement in Information and Communication Technologies. This research examined the influence of social media on academic performance of students in Colleges of Education in Kano state. To achieve this, the descriptive survey research design was adopted. Simple random sampling technique was used to draw one hundred and fifty students from each of the three government owned colleges of education in Kano state. A total of four hundred and fifty students participated in this research. Two research questions and two research hypotheses guided the study. An instrument titled ‘Social Media and Academic Performance of Students Questionnaire’ (SMAPSQ) which was used to collect data from the participants was validated by experts in the field and the reliability coefficient for the instrument was 0.833 via test retest. Mean and simple percentage were used to answer the research questions, while Chi-square (x2) was used in testing the research hypotheses at P=0.05 level of significance. Findings showed that students’ use of social media has significant positive influence on students’ academic performance. No significant difference was observed in social media usage of male and female students. It was recommended that social media should be used for educational purposes and that students should be educated by their lecturers on the role social media can play in improving their academic performance.
Keywords: Social media, Colleges of Education, academic performance, Students, Influence
UTILISATION OF INFORMATION RESOURCES AND SERVICES IN FEDERAL POLYTECHNIC LIBRARIES IN THE NORTH EASTERN STATES, NIGERIA
DANIEL MATHEW MARKE; & HAFIZ UMAR
Department of Library and information Science, Federal Polytechnic Bali, Taraba State
Abstract
This study assessed utilization information resources, and services in federal polytechnic libraries in the North Eastern States-Nigeria. The study was guided by three (3) objectives. Descriptive survey research design was adopted for the study. The study areas were Federal Polytechnics of North Eastern States, which involves Federal Polytechnic Bali, Bauchi, Damaturo, Kaltungo, Mongunu and Federal Polytechnic Mubi. The target population comprised 197 professional and paraprofessional librarians and 6807 library users, totaling 7704 respondents. Using purposive sampling technique and Yamane formular modified by Polonia (2013) for calculating sample size, the sample size for this study was four hundred (400) from the six polytechnics. The researcher used questionnaire for data collection. The data generated from the research questions were analyzed using mean and standard deviation, while, ANOVA was used to test the two null-hypothesis tested at 0.05 level of significance. This study has established that the level of availability of information resources is inadequate; books were moderately utilized to the users and users were moderately satisfied with journals; text books and reference books and newspapers. The study further found that circulation service was provided excellently but other services were fairly provided in the libraries under study. This study found inadequate information resources, inadequate infrastructural facilities, outdated information resources, difficulty in locating resources in the library, poor electricity supply, network fluctuation and inadequate library staff as challenges associated with the provision and utilization of information resources and services in Federal Polytechnic Libraries in North Eastern Nigeria. Recommendations were made.
Keywords: Information Resources, Utilization, Services, Polytechnic, Libraries, North East, Nigeria
DEVELOPMENT OF PAINT BINDER FROM POLYVINYL ACETATE AND HYDROXYLATED MAHOGANY SEED OIL COPOLYMER FOR COATING APPLICATIONS.
1JILDAWA, D, 2NKAFAMIYA I.I AND 1UZOH RAYMOND D.*
1Materials Science Technology Department, Federal Polytechnic, Mubi, Adamawa State, Nigeria. 2Chemistry Department, Modibbo Adama University, Yola, Nigeria..
Abstract
This study was on the formulation of a copolymer paint binder using conventional polyvinyl acetate (PVA) and mahogany seed oil. Seed oil from mahogany was extracted, epoxidized, and hydroxylated. The hydroxylated mahogany seed oil (HMSO) was blended with conventional polyvinyl acetate in different ratio of 10 to 60% of hydroxylated oil, allowed to cure and form HMSO/PVA copolymer resin/binder. The important physical parameters of the copolymer resin (HMSO/PVA) at different blend ratio were examined. The physical properties such as turbidity; density, viscosity, refractive index, gel time, moisture uptake, water solubility, elongation at break, and melting point were investigated. The Fourier transform infra-red (FTIR) analysis of the new copolymer binder (HMSO/PVA) confirmed chemical interface between HMSO and PVA. Further analysis showed that, moisture uptake; density, turbidity, viscosity and melting point are found to be decreased, as the concentration of HMSO in the copolymer matrix increases, while elongation at break, water solubility, gel time, and refractive index increase with increase in concentration of HMSO in copolymer matrix. The results ascertain improvement in moisture uptake, flexibility and sheer properties of the copolymer resin, which are the major drawbacks of the commercial PVA binder which served as the control.
Keywords: Extraction, Epoxidation, Hydroxylation, Polyvinyl acetate.
DOMESTICATING CARBON CAPTURE FOR EFFECTIVE ENERGY TRANSITION
ENGR. ABUBAKAR ALIYU ALIYU
National Metallurgical Development Center, (NMDC), Zaria Road, Jos. (Federal Ministry of Mines and Steel Development).
ABSTRACT
Carbon capture has emerged as an important solution to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions while ensuring continued use of fossil fuels in the transition to a low-carbon economy. However, the technology is not yet widely adopted due to high costs and technical challenges. In order to make carbon capture more effective, it is important to focus on domesticating the technology. This involves developing and implementing carbon capture projects domestically, rather than relying on overseas projects. Domesticating carbon capture will create local jobs and expertise, reduce the cost of the technology, and increase public acceptance. It will also enable countries to meet their emissions reduction targets and contribute to global efforts to limit climate change. In this article, the sequence and stages to domesticate Carbon Capture for effective energy transition is highlighted. Governments should provide policy support and incentives to encourage the deployment of carbon capture technology, while industry should continue to innovate and collaborate to drive down costs and improve efficiency. By domesticating carbon capture, we can accelerate the transition to a low-carbon economy and ensure a sustainable future for generations to come.
E-RETAILING AND ITS IMPACT ON ACHIEVEMENT OF CUSTOMER SATISFACTION OF CONSUMER PRODUCTS
KOCE, HENRY DIKO
Department of Marketing, Federal Polytechnic, Bida Niger State
ABSTRACT
Electronic retailing has facilitated the emergence of new marketing strategy and business philosophy in recent years. The study adopted descriptive survey method and it is aimed to examine the impact of E-retailing on customer satisfaction. The study population is 305 consumers who were selected simple random sampling method. Taro Yamane formula was used to arrive at the sample size of 173 respondents. Structured questionnaires were administered to the sample whereas only 150 were filled and returned. Chu-square (X2) was used for hypotheses with Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS). Findings showed that buying commodities on online gives contentment due to its convenience and time saving but many also asserted that concerns is always about security of their accounts. It is therefore concluded that E-retailing is a veritable platform firms can use to reach prospects without incurring more cost but its adoption is not widespread due to apprehension of insecurity. The study therefore recommends that issue of cybersecurity should be taken seriously and hands must be on deck by security operatives to for safety of the internet if e-retailing business is to thrive in Nigeria.
Keywords: E-retailing, Impact, Achievement, Customer Satisfaction, Consumer; Products
EFFECT OF URBAN GROWTH ON SURFACE TEMPERATURE VARIATION IN ABUJA, ABUJA
Y.A. ABBAS; O.O. MORENIKEJI; M. DALIL; C.B. OHADUGHA; & H.D MUSA
Department of Urban and Regional Planning, Federal University of Technology, Minna, Niger State
Abstract
Urbanization can also be seen as the concentration of human activities in specific locations and regions promotes the development of large cities and other forms of urban settlement. The growth and transformation of cities are driven by the forces of attraction between specific locations. This paper aimed at assessing the effect of urban growth on land surface temperature variation in some major urban centres in FCT, Abuja. Landsat Thematic Mapper (TM), Enhanced Thematic Mapper Plus (ETM+) and Landsat-8 Operational Land imager (OLI) images of 1980, 2000 and 2021 respectively were utilized. Land use land cover maps were generated using supervised classification. The study revealed that for the past 40years, FCT has been experiencing accelerated urban growth. The study showed that built up is increasing at an annual rate of over 100% while the LST has been on an increase of 5.3℃, 8.8℃, and 9.75℃ in surface temperature within FCC, Kubwa, and Gwagwalada between 1980-2021. The study also recommends that green roofing should be encouraged as it an ideal heat island reduction strategy, providing both direct and ambient cooling effects.
Keywords: urban growth; land surface temperature; remote sensing
COMPARATIVE ASSESSMENT OF FACILITIES MANAGEMENT PRACTICE IN IBB SPECIALIST HOSPITAL AND GENERAL HOSPITAL MINNA
MOHAMMED, Jibril Bello; & Prof. M. B. Nuhu
Department of Estate Management and Valuation, Federal University of Technology Minna
Abstract
This study assessed various facilities management practices adopted in General Hospital Minna and IBB Specialist Hospital Minna. The methodology utilized for this study is questionnaire administration. The researcher adopted a survey tool for the study. This was adopted due to the fact it allows for adequate and best collection of qualitative and quantitative data analysis. Therefore, a purposive sampling technique were adopted because the sample is definite. A sum of 100 questionnaires were distributed in General Hospital Minna and IBB Specialist Hospital Minna, Fifty (50) questionnaires for each of the hospitals respectively. Out of the fifty (50) questionnaires distributed for each hospital, forty-five (45) were retrieved from the general hospital while forty-four (44) from IBB Specialist hospital respectively. Data were analysed using statistical techniques such as the percentage, frequency tables and weighted mean average. The findings reveal that both study areas have a designed maintenance policy that govern the two hospitals but the management of these facilities are done by non-professionals in the field of facilities management which supposed to be manage by professional like estate surveyors and valuers. Medical facilities are adjudged to be in good condition. However, some facilities like mortuary need to be equipped with adequate freezers, additional ambulances need to be purchased as the existing ones are not enough and appears to be over stretched while funding appears to be the main challenge in the smooth operation of facilities management in General Hospital Minna and IBB Specialist Hospital Minna. It is recommended that adequate funding should be made available to both General Hospital Minna and IBB Specialist Hospital Minna by Government so as to enhance the smooth and effective management of facilities and general running of the hospitals and professionals in the field of facilities management should be engage by the Government take the proactive management of facilities in both hospitals.
Keywords: Facilities management, General Hospital Minna and IBB Specialist Hospital Minna
MODIFICATION OF UREA FORMALDEHYDE WITH NANOCELLULOSE DERIVED FROM BAOBAB POD FIBRE AND WASTE NOSE MASK.
U. F. IBRAHIM; D. PAUL; & A. S. ABDULKAREEM
Department of Chemical, Federal University of Technology, Minna, Nigeria.
ABSTRACT
The abstract presents the derivative of the TGA (Thermogravimetric Analysis) curve for baobab pod fiber and waste nose mask nanocellulose modified UF (Urea Formaldehyde) resin. The TGA curve demonstrates the thermal degradation behavior of natural fibers and its impact on the modified UF resin. The TGA analysis reveals a two-step thermal degradation process for the natural fibers. The first step, below 100°C, corresponds to the release of volatiles and moisture present in the fibers. The second step, between 250°C and 450°C, involves the decomposition of lignin, hemicellulose, and cellulose in the fibers. Specifically, for UF1 and UF2, a weight loss between 250°C and 300°C is observed, which can be attributed to the thermal decomposition of hemicelluloses and the breakage of glycoside linkages in cellulose molecules. The maximum mass loss occurs between 350°C and 400°C. The low-temperature degradation process is associated with the degradation of hemicellulose, while the high-temperature process is primarily attributed to the degradation of lignin. Understanding the thermal degradation behavior of the natural fibers and its impact on the modified UF resin is crucial for optimizing the performance and stability of the composite materials. These findings provide valuable insights into the thermal properties and behavior of the nanocellulose modified UF resin, aiding in the development of sustainable and eco-friendly materials.
KEYWORDS: Nanocellulose, Urea, formaldehyde, Baobab, Nose masks.
PRESERVATION AND IMPROVEMENT OF INDIGENOUS LANGUAGES FOR A SUSTAINABLE EDUCATIONAL AND NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT OF A MULTILINGUAL NATION
ATURAMU OLAYINKA OMOLAYO PH.D
Department and Languages and Linguistics, Bamidele Olumilua University of Education, Science and Technology, Ikere
Abstract
The study investigated the preservation and improvement of indigenous language for a sustainable educational and national development of a multilingual nation. The sample for the study comprised of two hundred respondents from the department of Linguistics from three Universities in Ekiti State, Nigeria. The sample were purposively selected. Faculty undergraduates, who study English, Linguistics, and History were sampled because it was believed that appropriate representations of the speakers of the major ethnic and minority languages could be tracked amidst these respondents. The study employed a descriptive survey research design due to the fact that it enables information to be obtained from a representative sample of the targeted population in order to describe situations as they exist. The instrument used for data collection was a self-structured questionnaires designed by the researchers based on language preference and choice in a multi-ethnic nation such as Nigeria in relation to sustainable educational and national development. Three research questions were raised to guide the study and they were answered descriptively using mean and Standard Deviation. One research hypothesis were formulated for the study and tested using Pearson Product Moment Correlation. Based on the data analysis, findings revealed that there was significant relationship between indigenous language and sustainable educational and national development in Nigeria. The study concluded that being an exploratory study, this finding might not be regarded as conclusive. Nevertheless, it has several implication for assuring quality in the preservation and improvement of the indigenous language towards national and educational development in Nigeria. The study recommended that Indigenous languages should be made a compulsory subject to be passed at credit level as all the levels of education in Nigeria and that promotional activities should be undertaken in all spheres of life particularly in the education and communication world to project African and specifically Nigerian indigenous language, culture and tradition which are worthy of their values in civilization.
Keywords: Indigenous languages; Educational development; National development; Prevention and Improvement; Multilingual Nation
ADAPTATION OF PRE-CONSUMER FABRIC WASTES FOR THE PRODUCTION OF INTERIOR DECORATION ITEMS
MARTINS DEBORAH OLUWAYEMISI 1EMIDUN OLUGBENGA BENJAMIN; ADIJI BOLAJOKO ESTHER
Department of Industrial Design, School of Environmental Technology, Federal University of Technology, Akure, Ondo State.
Abstract
This study aimed at designing and production of interior decoration items for children’s room using pre-consumer fabric waste (swatches) exploring patchwork and appliqué techniques. The specific objectives of the study are to source for fabric scraps from Textile and Apparel Industry; design and develop interior decoration items for children’s room; and evaluate the acceptability and value perception of products made from fabric wastes by consumers. Twenty-seven designs were developed using Appliqué and Patchwork methods of reclaiming fabric wastes traditionally based on the needs of infants and toddler for warmth, cushions and positive reactions to bright colour. The results further showed that with the overall acceptability expressed as average weighted mean of 4.19 and perceived the value of the Interior Decoration as high with average weighted mean of 4.39. The study recommended the setting up of small business organizations to handle fabric waste reuse for job provision and waste management.
Keywords: fabric waste, applique, patchwork, pre-consumer fabrics, children interior decoration items.
THE IMPACT OF GOVERNMENT INTERVENTIONS ON WOMEN’S ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN NIGERIA: A SYSTEMATIC LITERATURE REVIEW
SUWAIBA SHEHU IBRAHIM, YUSUF AHMED TIJJANI AND HAUWA SHEHU
Abstract
Nigeria has a significant gender gap in entrepreneurship opportunities. Women entrepreneurs face numerous challenges, including limited access to credit and lack of business skills. The Nigerian government has implemented various interventions to support women entrepreneurs. This systematic literature review explores the impact of government intervention on women’s entrepreneurship in Nigeria. The interventions have improved women entrepreneurs’ access to finance, provided business training and development opportunities, and improved the policy and regulatory framework for women entrepreneurs. However, there is still a significant gender gap in entrepreneurship in Nigeria, and more needs to be done to address the challenges that women entrepreneurs face. Conclusion In conclusion, this systemic literature review has shown that government intervention has had a positive impact on women’s entrepreneurship in Nigeria. The interventions have improved women entrepreneurs’ access to finance, provided business training and development opportunities, and improved the policy and regulatory framework for women entrepreneurs. However, there is still a significant gender gap in entrepreneurship in Nigeria, and more needs to be done to address the challenges that women entrepreneurs face. The Nigerian government should continue to implement policies and programs that support women entrepreneurs and address the barriers they face.
ANALYSIS OF SELECTED BREAD PRODUCTS IN MUBI METROPOLIS FOR SODIUM ION- POTASSIUM ION RATIO AS A POINTER TO POTASSIUM BROMATE PRESENCE IN BREAD SAMPLED.
*UZOH, RAYMOND D, AND JILDAWA DANIEL
Department Of Materials Science Technology,School Of Applied Science, Federal Polytechnic,Mubi,Adamawa State,Nigeria.
Abstract
Bread is a staple food for most households for centuries and it provides the body with essential carbohydrates,vitamins,mineral salts and dietary fiber. Due to greed for excess profit, stiff competition and to reduce cost, some bakeries introduce Potassium bromate ,a banned additive in their bread product against all warnings from NAFDAC. Five selected bread products designated as LC,HM,GL,CH,and MM were analysed for Sodium and Potassium ions using flame photometric analysis. Their concentrations were determined as follows; 0.49,0.40,0.48,0.36 and 0.44mg/100g for Potassium and 0.49,0.52,0.48,0.64 and 0.45mg/100g for Sodium. The Na/K ratio was found to be 1.00 for sample LC,1.30 for GL, 1.00 for CH,1.77 for HM and 1.02 for MM. The results showed that the values of K and Na ions are relatively close contrary to literature and practice since bread is supposed to contain more Sodium than Potassium due to the high quantity of Sodium salts used in bread making.The high Potassium content in the bread products could be a pointer to the presence of potassium bromate, a banned additive in bread .The acceptable ratio for Na/K ion in diets is 0.6 as prescribed by WHO and for the bread samples studied, the ratio is quite high as shown above.
Keywords: Bread, Sodium, Potassium, Baking powder ,Food.
PERFORMANCE EVALUATION OF ARTIFICIAL NEURAL NETWORK AND FUZZY TIME SERIES IN FORECASTING DAILY PARTICULATE MATTER (PM2.5)
1ADENIKE FOLAPONMILE, 2SAMUEL. F. KOLAWOLE & 3SAMUEL N. JOHN
1Computer Engineering Department, Kaduna Polytechnic, Kaduna, Nigeria 2,3Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Nigerian Defence Academy, Kaduna, Nigeria.
ABSTRACT
Particulate matter (PM) is a prominent indicator of air pollution in any particular place. More people are impacted by it than by any other air pollutant. PM2.5 offers the greatest health concerns, hence the need to accurately estimate future values and give early warning. In this study, PM2.5 data was acquired from an Internet of Things (IoT)-based air pollution data acquisition system in Kaduna, Nigeria. With the aid of MatLab software, the acquired data was used to develop the fuzzy time series (FTS) and artificial neural network (ANN) models. The results of the models were evaluated and compared using the error performance evaluation metrics of mean absolute error (MAE), root mean squared error (RMSE), and mean absolute percentage error (MAPE). The best-performing model was used to forecast PM2.5 for five consecutive days and the results validated with the values from an online air quality app termed airvisual. The average Air Quality Index (AQI) for the five days is 68.8 for the actual, 67 for the air visual, and 71.2 for the forecasted. All of these values fall into the same moderate AQI category, which validates the developed models.
Keywords: Artificial Neural Network, Forecasting, Fuzzy Time Series, Particulate Matter, and Air Quality Index
CHALLENGES AND POSSIBLE SOLUTION’S ON DEPLOYMENT OF DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES FOR PROCESS CONTROL AND ASSET MANAGEMENT IN NIGERIAN OIL AND GAS OPERATIONS.
ENGR. ABUBAKAR ALIYU ALIYU
National Metallurgical Development Center, (NMDC), Zaria Road, Jos. (federal Ministry of Mines and Steel Development).
ABSTRACT
Digital technologies have been used in the oil and gas industry for decades, but recent advancements in technology have made it possible to deploy these technologies for process control and asset management in a more effective way Nigeria. The Nigerian oil and gas industry has been slow to adopt these technologies, but there has been a recent push to deploy them to improve operational efficiency, reduce costs, and increase safety. This article discussed the challenges and Possible solutions of deployment of digital technologies in Nigerian oil and gas operations, with a focus on process control and asset management.
SUSTAINABILITY OF SCHOOL-COMMUNITY RELATIONS IN THE ADMINISTRATION OF SECONDARY SCHOOL EDUCATION IN YOLA NORTH LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF ADAMAWA STATE, NIGERIA.
OGAR GODWIN AGBOR
Department of Educational Foundations, Federal College of Education, Yola, Adamawa State.
Abstract
This article looked at sustainability of School-community relations in the administration of secondary school education in Yola North Local Government Area of Adamawa State, Nigeria. The school-community relations provide the community with ample opportunity to participate in decision-making process at school. Secondary Schools Education is meant to inculcate to students cherish values and norms of the immediate community for mutual benefits and transmission of culture for positive learning. Concept of school principal and the roles of principal in the management of secondary school education in Nigeria were outlined in the paper. The researched discussed; types of organisation, classification of organisations, the community, functions of the community to school, relationships between the community and school. Objective here is to identify Principals’ administrative skills at the community towards effective management of secondary schools in Yola North L.G.A of Adamawa State. The research questions posed for the study are: in which ways does the principals’ administrative skills in the community influence students’ academic performance in Yola North L.G.A of Adamawa State? to what extent does the principals’ impact in school-community relations improve students’ academic performance in Yola North of Adamawa State? One hypothesis was discussed in the study, and theoretical/conceptual frame-work explained. The correlation research study and its coefficient used to determine the degree of the relationship between the variables. The study considered population and sample, and the sampling technique chosen was simple random sampling method. The validity and reliability of instruments, procedures for data collection, administration of questionnaire, method of data analysis, results and discussion were all discussed. One of the study recommendations is for secondary school principals and its staff to carried-out sensitization campaigns in the community for more awareness to win all-round support from members of the community to schools, and others.
CONTRIBUTION OF EFFECTIVE RECORDS MANAGEMENT IN GOOD GOVERNANCE AND ACCOUNTABILITY IN TWO TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS IN TARABA STATE
DANIEL MATHEW MARKE
Department of Library and Information Science, Federal Polytechnic Bali, Taraba State
ABSTRACT
This paper is aimed at identifying the type of policy used in the management of records and the role of management of records to the promotion of good governance and accountability in two tertiary institutions in Taraba State, the problems include lack of professional records officers responsible for the management of records and misplacement of personnel records. The methodology used in collecting data was survey. The population of this study were the 23 admin officers, 24 secretaries, 89 Head of departments, of the two tertiary institutions of Taraba State. Purposive sampling procedure was adopted in selecting only those staff that are fully and partly in charge of the records management, because of accessibility, convenience and satisfied the researchers’ specific needs in the study area. The paper concludes that there would be transparency and accountability when there is available professional staff in the management of records in institutions studied. Recommendations were provided in the paper.
Keywords: Records, Records Management, Governance, Good Governance and accountability
STRATEGIC MARKETING AND CUSTOMER PATRONAGE IN NIGERIAN DEPOSIT MONEY BANKS
KEHINDE, SAMSON OLADEJO1 & OGUNDEJI, SUNDAY TOLULOPE2
Department of Banking & Finance, Federal Polytechnic, Bida Niger State1 Department of Marketing, Federal Polytechnic, Bida Niger State2
Abstract
Strategic marketing has grown in popularity inside businesses over the last few years. However, there is still considerable misunderstanding about strategic marketing and its relevance in the banking industry. This study examined two strategic marketing variables (market segmentation and product positioning) and their impacts on customer patronage in Nigerian Deposit Money Banks (DMBs). The study adopted survey research design. The population for this study is 60, comprising the staff of Zenith Bank (30) and Access Bank (30), in Bida. A sample of 50 respondents was selected via convenience sampling. Structured questionnaires were designed and administered by the researcher to obtain data from respondents based on a five point Likert scale. To know the degree of impact between the dependent variable (customer patronage) and independent variable (strategic marketing elements; market segmentation and product positioning), correlation and regression analysis were done and for this purpose, SPSS programme and path analysis with two models were used. The results of the study indicated that market segmentation strategy has a positive but insignificant impact on customer patronage in Nigerian DMBs; it also showed that product positioning strategy has a positive and significant impact on customer patronage in Nigerian DMBs. The implication of this is that the segmentation strategy adopted by Nigerian DMBs has not impacted significantly on customer patronage in Nigerian DMBs. Another implication of the finding is that the positioning strategy adopted has impacted on customer patronage in Nigerian DMBs. It was concluded that strategic marketing has positive impact on customer patronage in Nigerian DMBs. This also indicates that strategic marketing is inevitable for increased profitability in Nigerian DMBs. It was recommended that DMBs should adopt appropriate segmentation and positioning marketing strategies that will ensure increased customer patronage in Nigerian DMBs.
Keywords: Strategic marketing; Customer; Patronage; Nigerian; Deposit; Money; Banks.
COMPENSATION FOR OIL POLLUTION DAMAGE IN NIGERIA: A FOCUS ON PETROLEUM INDUSTRY ACT, 2021
ANIEKAN J. MENDIE
Department of Business Administration & Management, Federal Polytechnic, Bauchi.
ABSTRACT
Oil mining incessantly carried out for financial proceeds for running and management of Nigeria’s economy has indubitably thrown the Country into a situation of excruciating oil pollution. The pollution has negatively affected all components of the environment and its aftermath manifests in various forms such as violent protests, agitations and litigations by individuals and indigenous communities within the oil bearing areas directly under the yoke of the pollution damage. Thus, litigations pursued against oil pollution damage in Nigeria are not yielding the expected fair and adequate compensation for litigants. This is due to the ambiguity, nebulousness, inadequacy and incomprehensiveness of law regulating liability and compensation in the oil sub-sector of the economy. The law existing priorto the year, 2021for compensation for oil pollution damage being too technical, has not provided an effective vehicle through which compensation could be pursued and achieved. With persistent demands by the people of Nigeria, a legislative action culminating in a new statute namely, Petroleum Industry Act, 2021was recently taken. The enactment of Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) was a product of more than twenty years of agitation and consistent demands for a clear and comprehensive statutory framework for regulation of sustainable petroleum industry practices in Nigeria. This paper therefore, turns its focus on PIA with the main aim of evaluating the adequacy, clarity and propriety or otherwise of its provisions regarding the worrisome issue of liability and compensation for oil pollution damage in Nigeria. The paper adopts qualitative research method and doctrinal approach in the analysis of legal principles and conceptual issues within its topical scope. Materials from statutory and case laws, as well as academic journals aid the development of the paper. In the end, the paper recommends a specific, clear and comprehensive statute to address matters of compensation for pollution damage in Nigeria.
Keywords: Oil pollution, Damage, Liability, Compensation, Act, Nigeria.
RURAL BASE ACTIVITIES AND THEIR EFFECTS ON THE NATURAL ENVIRONMENT
1LAWAL KABIR TUNAU, 1YAKUBU USMAN MOHAMMED AND 2IBRAHIM MAMMAN
1Department of Urban and Regional Planning, School of Environmental Science Technology, Federal Polytechnic, Mubi Adamawa – Nigeria. 2Department of Environmental Science, School of Environmental Science Technology, Federal Polytechnic, Mubi Adamawa – Nigeria.
Abstract
The survival of the rural inhabitants depends wholly on varies economic activities engage upon by the rural dwellers. The major economic activity in the rural area is agriculture and it is supported by other activities of the rural life. This paper addresses various rural activities, their impacts on the natural environment and the sustainability measures in the face of the exploitation of natural resources. The study utilises desk study as a source of data. Conclusively the paper observes that The survival of the rural inhabitant depends wholly on varies economic activities engage upon by the rural dwellers and that the major economic activity in the rural area is agriculture and it is supported by other activities of the rural life. Finally, the study recommends that: Issuance of Cease order in the Case of Oil spillage can be controlled by ensuring adequate Environmental Audit Report of companies engage in oil exploitation. Fines, withdrawal of licence, and legal punishments for defaulting mineral exploiters, also the use of Environmental Friendly farming Practices will ensure that the land and its resource which farming depends on are maintained for future benefits etc.
Keywords: Rural base, environment, inhabitants, agriculture, minning, lumbering, fishing.
THE OBTAINABLE ETHICS OF BURIAL AND CONDOLENCE IN ISLAM.
MAL. YUSUF ABUBAKAR
School of Arts and Social Sciences, A.D.R College of Education Legal And General Studies, Misau Bauchi State
ABSTRACT
This proper aim at examining the meaning of Death, the types of death and the signs of the dead person, the to prepare the corpse, the process and protocols as well as the procedure to follow before taking the corpse to his/her grave, the type of dress for the dead man and woman, the funeral prayers and the desirable way of burying the dead boy in Islam and the salutation/ greeting to the deceased relatives.
THE EFFECT OF LONG TERM DEBT ON FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE OF LISTED CONSUMER GOODS FIRM IN NIG
FAROUQ UMAR SULAIMAN1, HABIB MUSA IBRAHIM2, ISAH NDA ISAH3 , NDAYEBO MOHAMMED USMAN 4
1&2 Department of accountancy, Department of Management studies, Kaduna polytechnic. 3&4 Department of Business and management studies Niger polytechnic Zungeru, Bida.
ABSTRACT
The paper study the Effect of long term debt on financial performance of listed consumer goods firm in Nigeria with specific objectives to determine the impact of long term debt to equity on financial performance to listed firms on the Nigerian stock exchange . In achieving the above objectives, Ex-post facto research design was used. The population of this study consists of 28 listed firms in Nigerian stock Exchange as at the period of the study out of which 7 were used as sample size for the study. The study adopts descriptive and inferential techniques of data analysis. Findings show that, LTD had a positive influence on the return of assets of manufacturers in Nigeria whereas total debts exhibited a negative and insignificant influence on return of assets of manufacturing firms in Nigeria. It was concluded that Nigeria consumer goods firms ought to situate better and adapt approach to ensure high debt burden is addressed to enhance functioning of the firms, improve its earnings and guarantee steady payment of dividend warranty to the investors. Hence recommended that Nigerian manufacturers should implement estimable course of action that should increase its financial performance and enhance shareholders value.
Keywords: consumer good, manufacturer, stock exchange, financial performance
RADIALOGICAL DETERMINATION OF RADIOACTIVE ELEMENT OF MAHOGANY (Root, Stem and Leave,) AROUND NNPC REFINERY KADUNA
GAZARA,A.B. 1 , ,A.DANLAMI. 1 ,A.ANGO.M.S.AHMAD2
1Department Of Physics with Electronics, School of Applied Science, Nuhu Bamalli Polytechnic Zaria. Nigeria. 2Department of Physics Kaduna State University,Kaduna Nigeria
ABSTRACT
Radiological determination of radioactive elements of mahogany,( Root, Stem and leave) using Gamma ray spectroscopy was carry out “The sample were collected around NNPC Refinery Kaduna State. The method used was sodium iodide Gamma ray spectroscopy detector. The result shows that 40K which has 102.3, 102.9 and 102.6 Bq/kg, in mahogany (stem, root, and leave) respectively while that of soil is 102.3 Bq/kg, While for 226Ra mahogany (stem, root and leave) 49.5, 40.2 and 50.9 Bq/kg while that of soil is 38.5 Bq/kg also that of 232Th for mahogany (stem, root and leave) 46.1, 45.7 and 49.3, while that of soil is 53.5 Bq/kg the above result were found to be below the standard limit (Karl Heinz 2018) that all radioactive element should be within 125Bq/kg, and that of United Nation Scientific Committee on the Effect of Atomic Radiation (UNSCEAR, 2019) to be 21-145Bq/kq. It was recommended that other research of other radioactive elements in mahogany (stem, root and leave) may use little quantity of it, so that to avoid feature cancer
Keywords: Radiation, Refinery, Soil, Water.
BASIC SCIENCE PROCESS SKILLS AND ITS IMPACT ON ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE
ASIYA HASSANU
Katsina Zonal Education Quality Assurance, Katsina State, Nigeria
ABSTRACT
Science process skills and impacts toward science are still important issues in science education. In this study the researcher tried to get an impacts of the students’ science process skills outcomes to get input on the learning process of science in the katsina State zonal quality assurance area. As an initial study of the development of science process skills is contextual science learning , the purpose of this research is to know the extent of science process skill level, and it’s impacts toward science, and academic performances of students in katsina state zonal education quality assurance area. There were 89 secondary schools from katsina state zonal education quality assurance, The purposive sampling technique was used to select two schools from Katsina Zonal quality assurance in this study. Instruments used in data collection are science process skills check-list and questionnaires for lower secondary school students. The results showed that secondary school students in katsina had high impacts toward science process skills. On the contrary, the science process skills and academic performances of their science are relatively low.
Keyword: science process skills, Academic performance of science, impacts of science process skills
TRADITIONAL ROLE OF WOMEN AND ITS IMPLICATION IN SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT IN BAUCHI METROPOLIS
BOGORO A. G., AJIJI M.H AND NZELIBE T.N.
Department of Urban and Regional Planning, Faculty of Environmental Sciences, Nigeria Army University, Biu, Borno State
ABSTRACT
Women have both knowledge and expertise, whose recognition can lead to more efficient, effective, sustainable, and fair waste management operations. Studies have shown that the failure to take cognizance of the traditional role of women in the management of urban environment results in a serious loss of efficiency and productivity. However urban managers in the developing countries are yet to identify and integrate those critical roles of women into urban environmental management. This research is motivated not only due the poor solid waste management but also total neglect of the role of women in solid waste management in Bauchi metropolis. Systematic random sampling technique was adopted for the selection of the samples and 4% of the study population was taken as the sample size. The major instruments used for data collection were questionnaire, interview and direct measurement of household solid waste at source and the data is presented in tables and charts. It is found that over 95% of sweeping, cooking and food preparation are exclusively reserved for women in the study area. The women dominate generation, storage and collection of household solid waste with 81%, 96% and 91% respectively within the study area. It is also discovered that segregation can be 95% effectively carried out by women that have free time. However, urban manager in Bauchi metropolis are yet to identify the role of women with a view to integrating them into solid waste management in order to achieve a healthy and clean living environment in Bauchi metropolis. Among other suggestions, the paper recommends that role of women should be identified and integrated in developing policies and programmes for a clean and healthy living urban environment, This will not only improve the environmental quality but would also increase the income base of the family.
Keywords: Role, Women, Solid Waste, Integration, Segregation
SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT PRACTICES FOLLOWING PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP OPERATIONS IN KANO METROPOLIS, NIGERIA.
YAKUBU BASHIR LIMAN
Department of Geography, Federal College of Education Zaria, Kaduna State.
ABSTRACT
The safe disposal of municipal waste is imperative for the realisation of several fundamental human rights, most especially the right to life and the right to a healthy environment. High quality public services and promoting competition in the waste management sector leads to formation of private sector participation (PSP) to handle solid waste management in Kano. The findings revealed that quality of service among the PSP operators recorded high success in the high income areas and much less in the low and medium income areas. On the average, industry productivity was 5.63 tonnes per day per vehicle. 12 out of which in the study area were above this average and in meeting increased productivity, year of experience in operations, number of trips made, number of times trucks were serviced, and adhering to regulatory agency requirement were among the factors influencing company’s productivity in the state. It also shows less effectiveness of the system in waste management in the area. The study, therefore, recommends that regulatory agency should be more aggressive in playing its statutory roles of managing the PSP operators, involvement and support for the scavengers in the waste management system among others.
Keywords: Municipal, Waste, Environment, Health, Effectiveness
KNOWLEDGE OF BIRTH PREPAREDNESS AND COMPLICATIONS READINESS AMONG WOMEN ATTENDING ANTENATAL CLINIC IN JUMMAI BABANGIDA GENERAL HOSPITAL, MINNA, NIGER STATE
DARANGI, LAMI GIRMACHE; AHMADU AISHATU; MUSA FATI ALIYU; & BAHAGO TALATU EVELYN
Niger State College of Nursing Sciences, School of Midwifery, Minna
Abstract
The study elicit the knowledge of birth preparedness and complications readiness among women attending antenatal clinic in Jummai Babangida General Hospital, Minna. The research work is limited to women attending antenatal clinic in Jummai Babangida General Hospital, Minna Niger state. The study used questionnaire to generate information for the analysis of the study. Frequency percentage was used for data analysis. The findings shows that 63(63.0%) had previous knowledge on birth preparedness and complication readiness. 65(65.0%) know their blood group.55 (55.0%) out of 100 respondents had identified a blood donor, 95(95.0%) have started saving money for delivery and in case of an emergency, 65(65.0%) has identified a decision maker of which the majority are their spouse. This reveals that majority of the women have good knowledge on birth preparedness and complications readiness. The findings of the study revealed that awareness on birth preparedness and complication readiness that majority of pregnant women have sufficient knowledge of birth preparedness and complication readiness. The study shows that factors that affect birth preparedness and complication readiness are inadequate funds, poor antenatal visit, lack of proper communication between provide and the pregnant women. The study has identified availability of resources (Manpower, equipment and logistics) for Birth preparedness and complication readiness as having skilled birth provider at the delivery place, well equipped antenatal clinic and having a blood donor in case of emergency. The findings of the study revealed that providing enough equipment, employment of health workers, available skilled midwives and adequate funds and identification of support are factors that enhance birth preparedness and complication readiness.
Keywords: Birth preparedness, Complication Readiness, Women, and Antenatal Clinic