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  • March 8, 2023
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Managing Secondary Education for Socio-Economic and Political Emancipation in Nigeria

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Managing Secondary Education for Socio-Economic and Political Emancipation in Nigeria

By

Ayobami A. OYEDEJI

oyedejiayobami2011@gmail.com, aoyedeji@stu.ui.edu.ng

+2348032122389

1Department of Educational Management,

University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Nigeria

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YUSUF Adewale Akeem

yusuffadewaleakeem@gmail.com

08024766767

2Federal College of Educational Bichi, Kano State

Abstract

Effective management of secondary education is a sine-qua-non to successful socio-economic and political emancipation in Nigeria. Therefore, this paper examined how effective managing secondary education in Nigeria could be employed for socio-economic and political emancipation. The paper critically discussed the historical background of secondary education in Nigeria; stakeholders involved in managing secondary education, socio-economic development, political emancipation, as well as politics surrounding managing secondary education. The challenges of managing secondary education in Nigeria were highlighted and discussed in the paper. It equally looked at the impact of trade subjects on socio-economic and political emancipation. It also considered instability of policy, lack of funding, poor leadership, mismanagement of human, material, and financial resources, poor infrastructural facilities, shortage of teaching personnel, inadequate instructional materials, and lack of staff training and re-training among others. These and much more harm the management of secondary education in Nigeria. The paper concluded that stakeholders are expected to take an active role in managing secondary education. The paper recommended that the management of secondary schools must not be left in the control of mediocre if Nigerian public schools are to achieve socio-economic and political emancipation through effective and efficient secondary education.

Keywords: Managing Secondary Education, Socio-Economic and Political Emancipation

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Insecurity and Threats to Sustainable Development in Africa

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INSECURITY AND THREATS TO SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT IN AFRICA

SHEDRACK, C. IGBOKE

Department of Political Science

Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka

Tel: +2347039749202

Email: Sc.igboke@unizik.edn.ng

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EZE, OSMOND IKECHUKWU

Department of Political Science

Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University

Igbariam Campus

Tel: + 2348036938184

Email: ezeosmond76@gmail.com

Abstract

The problem of developmental crisis and sustainable development in Africa which are evident in lack of security activities and leadership failure. The basic thrusts of this paper is to identify the emerging trends of security threats in Africa with a view to diagnosing their causes and assessing their effects on sustainable development and the corporate existence of Africa. To achieve this goal, the paper relies on secondary sources of data. Meanwhile, the study adopted the system failure theory as theoretical framework of analysis. Through a systematic analysis of the available data, the study found that the activities of insurgency, fulani herdsmen, bandit, porous borders, poor governance, corruption, etc. threaten the sustainable development in Africa. In this regard, the study recommends among other things, the constitutional responsibility of the African (Nigerian) police force and other security agencies should be overhauled to contain its presence in remote and rural areas especially those where eruption of violence attacks are common. The paper also points out the difficulties of managing these insurgent, fulani herdsmen and bandit activities created by the porous nature of African (Nigerian) borders and unpreparedness of African (Nigerian) administrative and security mechanism of the country to tackle it. Moreso, we equally posit that the panacea to the disturbing trend of security threats in Africa is employment generation and effective implementation of the sundry poverty alleviation programmmes in Africa. However, unless the above mentioned problem is addressed through good governance and equal distribution of national cake or resources, Africa will continue to experience the problems of sustainable development.

Keywords: Insecurity, conflict, insurgency, poverty, corruption and sustainable development.

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  • March 7, 2023
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Perceived Students’ Interest after Using a Teacher Developed Instructional Software Package for Learning Technical Drawing in Senior Secondary Schools in Rivers State

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Perceived Students’ Interest after Using a Teacher Developed Instructional Software Package for Learning Technical Drawing in Senior Secondary Schools in Rivers State

By

Dr. Martha E. AZONWU

Department of Vocational and Technology Education,

Rivers State University,

Port Harcourt, Rivers State.

Email: marthaazonwu@yahoo.com

Abstract

This research focused on perceived students’ interest after using a Teacher Developed Instructional Software Package (TDISP) for Learning Technical Drawing in Senior Secondary Schools in Rivers State. The area of the study was Rivers State. The descriptive survey research design was adopted for the study. The population of the study was all Government Technical College students in Rivers State. The sample size for the study was thirty students in the experiment group. A research question and hypothesis were posited to find out the effect of teacher-developed instructional software package on students’ achievement and interest in Technical Drawing. The research question consisted of fifteen items structured Likert questionnaire to elicit response on general information on the level of interest of the students while using TDISPTD. The instrument was validated with internal consistency of 0.781 by Kendall co-efficient of Concordance method. The reliability of the instrument was determined using the Pearson product moment correlation coefficient of 0.78. Data collected were analyzed using frequency, mean and standard deviation with mean value of 3.50. The null hypotheses were tested using Analysis of Covariance (ANCOVA). Based on the data collected and analyzed, the study found out that the teacher developed simulated software package affect students’ achievement and interest in construction of angles, triangles, circles, quadrilaterals and polygons in senior secondary schools in Rivers State. Based on the study, this suggestion was given that students feel enthused to use the teacher-developed instructional software package in Technical Drawing, therefore more should be developed.

Key words: Teacher developed instructional software package, Interest, Technical Drawing.

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Xenophobic Reciprocity and Nigeria-Ghana Relations

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XENOPHOBIC RECIPROCITY AND NIGERIA-GHANA RELATIONS

EKANEM ASUKWO EKANEM (Ph.D)

Department of Political Science

Faculty of Social Sciences

Federal University Wukari,

Taraba State, Nigeria.

Email: ekanem4ekanem@gmail.com

ABSTRACT

The purpose of this study on “Xenophobic Reciprocity and Nigeria-Ghana Relations”, aimed at exploring the dynamics of xenophobic reciprocity as it affected Nigeria-Ghana relations. Descriptive research that anchored on the judgmental sampling technique was adopted in the study. Secondary source (books, journal articles, conference papers, monographs including internet materials) of data collection were sourced from Nigerian libraries and internet. This study subjected the secondary data to content validity before its qualitative adoption. Notwithstanding the fact that relative – deprivation theory has advanced the knowledge on xenophobic reciprocity as it impacted on Nigeria-Ghana relations, the retaliatory policies continued unabated. Findings revealed that, poverty, unemployment and criminality are the fundamental reasons for xenophobic reciprocity in Nigeria-Ghana relations. It also indicated that, implementation of Alien Compliance Order of 1969, Nigeria Immigration Law of 1983, Decree No. 4 of 1984, Ghana Investment Promotion Council Act of 1994 as well as 2004 Presidential Prohibition Order on 96 Ghanaian products had brought untold hardship to private citizens of both countries. The demolition of Nigeria’s High Commission in Accra on 19th June, 2020 triggered outrage even though it has not resulted in diplomatic boycott between Nigeria and Ghana, according to findings. In order to avert future xenophobic reciprocity, the study recommends good governance, constructive engagement as well as economic cooperation.

Keywords: Xenophobic, reciprocity, bilateral relations, relative deprivation, theory, Economic Cooperation.

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The Effects of Anti-Retroviral Therapy on Some Renal Parameters of HivSero-Positive Individuals in Rivers State, Nigeria

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The Effects of Anti-Retroviral Therapy on Some Renal Parameters of HivSero-Positive Individuals in Rivers State, Nigeria

*1Ajuru, Gospel, 2Ifenkwe, John Chimerenka, 1Akujuru, Eugene

1Department of Biomedical Sciences, School of Science Laboratory Technology, University of Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria.

2Department of Chemical Pathology, Health Check Integrated Services, 193 Chief Melford Okilo Way, Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, Nigeria.

*Corresponding Author: Ajuru, Gospel; condolencefh@gmail.com, Tel.: +2348033366252

Abstract

This study was carried out to investigate the effect of antiretroviral therapy on some renal parameters of HIV seropositive individuals in Rivers State, Nigeria. A total of 300 HIV patients, who are undergoing treatment were recruited in this study, aged 20-70 years. They were classified into three groups; Group 1 was made up of HIV sero-Positive infected individuals on highly antiretroviral therapy as the test subjects. Group 2 was HIV sero-Positive infected individual but not on highly active antiretroviral therapy as control 1. Group 3 was HIV sero-negative individual as control 2. Ethical approval for the study and informed consent from the participants was obtained. Renal parameters evaluated were Urea, Creatinine, Na, K, Ca, HCO3 and uric acid. The results of the renal parameters were statistically significantly higher (P<0.05) in Na, K, HC03, Urea, creatinine and Ca of test subject and control I. compared to control II. Also, statistically significant increase (P<0.05) in Na, K, HC03, urea, Creatinine and Ca, of the test subject and control 1 compared to control II. In relation to sex there was also statistically significant increase (P<0.05) in Na, K, HCo3, urea, creatinine, Ca of test subject and control I compared to control II in relation to Age group groups. Based on duration of therapy, for HIV positive patients who have been on Highly Active Antiretroviral Therapy (HAART) for 0-2 years, there were no significant increase (P<0.005) in Na and calcium level, however there was statistically significant increase (P<0.05) in K, HC03, urea, creatinine, Ca. For 10 years and above, there was statistically significant increase (p<+0.05) in Na, K, HC03, urea, creatinine, Ca, compared to their respective control I and control II. This study demonstrated that long term administration of HAART to HIV infected positive subjects could lead to metabolic disorder which could predispose the patient to high risk of coronary heart disease. 

Keywords: Highly Active Antiretroviral Therapy, HIV infections, HIV sero-negative individual, HIV seropositive individuals, Renal parameters 

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  • March 5, 2023
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Money Market and Private Investment Activities: Any empirical evidences of causation and causality from the Nigerian Banking Sector?

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MONEY MARKET AND PRIVATE INVESTMENT ACTIVITIES: ANY EMPIRICAL EVIDENCES OF CAUSATION AND CAUSALITY FROM THE NIGERIAN BANKING SECTOR?

Epor, Okaja Simon1, Steve Ibenta2, Yua Henry3 and Ityavyar Doosuur Vivian4

1,2 Department of Banking and Finance, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka

3 Department of Banking and Finance, Mewar International University-Nigeria

4 PhD Scholar, Department of Accounting University of Abuja-Nigeria

Abstract

The study was set out to evaluate the model of money market financing activities of banks and its influence on private investment activities in Nigeria. The study was specifically undertaken to assess the efficiency and effectiveness of the money market. The independent variables were: aggregate funds to banks from money market funding facilities (MMF) and aggregate credits by banks through money market facilities (MMC). Control variables adopted for the study were: aggregate broad money supply (M3) and aggregate credit to the private sector from the banking sector (CPS). Data for this series were collected from 1990 to 2021 from the CBN statistical bulletin as well as the World Bank data base. Autoregressive Distributed Lag technique was employed to estimate the models of interest rate. Result from the ARDL model estimation revealed that: aggregate money market funds to banks significantly supported private investments in Nigeria; while money market credits by banks were deleterious to domestic private investments in Nigeria. The study therefore recommends more depth for the Nigerian money market to create room for more financial inclusion, and probably, a second-tier market be introduced for lower income cadre. As a matter of policy target, private investments as well as money market ratio to the GDP be pursued at 25% level; and finally, there is need to address the preponderance of government instruments and paucity of private sector instruments, to make the Nigerian money market more responsive to the financing needs of the private sector.

Keywords: Money Market, Money Market Savings, Money Market Credits, Private Investments, ARDL

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Assessment of Differential Item Functioning in Mathematics Multiple Choice Test Questions in Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination in Delta Central Senatorial District

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ASSESSMENT OF DIFFERENTIAL ITEM FUNCTIONING IN MATHEMATICS MULTIPLE CHOICE TEST QUESTIONS IN SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL CERTIFICATE EXAMINATION IN DELTA CENTRAL SENATORIAL DISTRICT

BY

OBIEBI-UYOYOU, Orevaoghene

(Department of Guidance and Counselling, Faculty of Education, Delta State University)

Abstract

The study examined assessment of differential item functioning in mathematics multiple choice test questions in senior secondary school certificate examination in delta central senatorial district. Five research questions and five hypotheses guided the study. The purpose of the study was to assess differential item functioning in mathematics multiple choice test questions in senior secondary school certificate examination in Delta Central Senatorial District of Delta State. An ex-post facto research design was adopted for the study. The population of this study consisted of all senior Secondary school class three students in Delta central senatorial district. The proportionate stratified random sampling technique was employed. The instruments used for collecting data were the WAEC/SSCE 2021 mathematics multiple choice questions and socio-economic status whose validity and reliability were ascertained. Logistic Regression (L-R) was used to answer the research questions while Chi-square test was used to test the hypotheses. The finding revealed that there is occurrence of gender, location, socio-econonic, school type and school owneship differential item functioning in WAEC/SSCE 2021 mathematics multiple choice test items. The study concluded that differential item functioning exists in 2021 in mathematics multiple choice test questions in senior secondary school certificate examination in Delta Central Senatorial District of Delta State with respect to gender, location, among other. Based on the findings and conclusion, it was recommended, among others, that test experts and developers should explore the use of DIF approach to detect items that are bias in mathematics Assessment, test experts and developer should explore the use of differential item functioning method, particularly the use of logistic regression statistic to detect uniform and non- uniform test items that are bias with regards to mathematics multiple questions.

Keywords: Differential Item Functioning, Multiple Choice Test, Mathematics

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  • March 4, 2023
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Exploring Means of Promoting Sustainable Development Goal 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth) in Nigeria: Human Resource Management Perspective.

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EXPLORING MEANS OF PROMOTING SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOAL 8 (DECENT WORK AND ECONOMIC GROWTH) IN NIGERIA: HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT PERSPECTIVE.

Prof. Isaac Zeb-Obipi

Department of Management

Rivers State University, Port Harcourt, Nigeria.

zeb-obipi.isaac@ust.edu.ng (Corresponding Author)

Dr. Gold Leton Kpurunee

Department of Corporate Entrepreneurship

Rivers State University, Port Harcourt, Nigeria.

leton.kpurunee@ust.edu.ng

Abstract

This paper explores the means to promote Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 8 (decent work and economic growth) in Nigeria drawing from the Human Resource Management Perspective. SDG 8 is focused on promoting inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full productive employment, and decent work for all. Economic growth refers to an increase in a country’s GDP; and decent work refers to adequate opportunities for work, remuneration, safety at work, and healthy working conditions. It connotes a job with better working conditions that promote workers’ competence, efficiency, and greater output. Society has lots of benefits when more people become productive and contribute to the economy, and Human Resource Management has some roles to play in bringing about this. This paper’s findings indicate that Human Resource Management can ensure decent work and economic growth through human resource procurement for inclusion and diversity, protection of workers’ rights, provision of safe and inclusive working environment, opportunities for training and development, and driving business initiatives hinged on the imperatives of decent work for economic growth. The paper concludes that a country with decent work opportunities will enjoy greater productivity, leading to economic growth. Therefore, the paper recommends that organizations should participate in achieving the Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 8 relating to decent work and economic growth by fostering better Human Resource Management practices in the areas of human resource procurement, protection of workers’ rights, provision of a safe and inclusive working environment, training and development initiatives and business activities that drive worker commitment for attaining the SDG 8.

Keywords: Sustainable Development, Sustainable Development Goal 8, Decent Work, Economic Growth, Human Resource Management.

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  • March 2, 2023
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Determination of the Composition of Iodine in Selected Brands of Table Salts Sold in Different Sokoto State Markets

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Determination of the Composition of Iodine in Selected Brands of Table Salts Sold in Different Sokoto State Markets

Sani, B.Y1., Abdullahi, J1., Sani, Z.T1. and Sulaiman, R1.

1Chemistry Unit, Science Department, State College of Basic and Remedial Studies, Sokoto

Corresponding author email: bsani2414@gmail.com phone number: +234(0)8060918965

Abstract

Background: Nigeria, with a population of over 140 million and enormous natural resources, has achieved remarkable success in its Universal Salt Iodization (USI) programme. The USI programme took-off effectively in Nigeria in 1993, at a time when only 40% of salt consumed in Nigeria was iodized.

Aim:The study aimed at determining the content of iodine in Dangote Salt (Packet), Dangote Salt (Open Bag) and Mr. Chef Salt (Packet) sold within Sokoto Markets (Central Market, Old Market and Maggi Market) to ascertain whether the concentration of iodine in the salts is/are within the World Health Organization (WHO) recommended retail value.

Method: Determination of the composition of iodine in selected brands of table salts sold in different Sokoto State markets was performed using iodometric method.

Results: The results showed that Dangote salt sold in packets contained a mean value of 26.1ppm of iodine, while Dangote sold in open bags and Mr. Chef salt contained 34.30ppmm and 36.40ppm respectively. The results confirmed that only Dangote salt sold in packs falls within WHO retail range of 20-30ppm.

Key words: Iodine, table salt, iodine deficiency dis-order, universal salt iodization.

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Board Attributes and Environmental, Social and Governance Disclosure of Oil and Gas Companies Listed on the Nigeria Exchange Group

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BOARD ATTRIBUTES AND ENVIRONMENTAL, SOCIAL AND GOVERNANCE DISCLOSURE OF OIL AND GAS COMPANIES LISTED ON THE NIGERIA EXCHANGE GROUP

By

Utile, Bem Joseph

Department of Accounting, Joseph Sarwuan Tarka University, Makurdi

E-mail: utilebem@gmail.com

Soomyol M. T.

Department of Accounting, Joseph Sarwuan Tarka University, Makurdi

Zayol P.I.

Department of Accounting, Joseph Sarwuan Tarka University, Makurdi

Ayantse C.A.

Department of Accounting, Joseph Sarwuan Tarka University, Makurdi

Abstract

This study examined the effect of board attributes on environmental, social and governance disclosure (ESG) of   Oil and Gas companies listed on the Nigeria Exchange Group (NGX). Specifically, the study examined the effect of board magnitude, board cooperate social responsibility committee, board financial expertise and the independence of the board of directors on the ESG disclosure of Oil and Gas companies listed on the NGX. The study adopted the ex-post facto research design; Data were sourced from annual report of Oil and Gas companies listed on the NGX. The major technique of data analysis was the multiple regression analysis. Findings from the analysis revealed that; Board magnitude, and independent board of directors have no significant effect on ESG disclosure by oil and gas companies listed on the NGX. It was also found that board Cooperate Social Responsibility Committee, board financial expertise and board meetings have significant effect on ESG disclosure of Oil and Gas companies listed on the NGX. It was recommended that since board size of the companies investigated is large, monitoring responsibilities should be given to some members of the board to check ESG disclosure. Also, priority should be given to CSR committees to enable them properly check ESG activities and recommend proper disclosure. It was further recommended that the composition of the board should be made up of more members with financial expertise to further boost ESG disclosure. In addition, it was recommended that Oil and Gas companies should encourage the appointment of more non executive independent directors. It was also recommended that since board meeting enhances ESG disclosure, the board is encouraged to meet more frequently to improve ESG disclosure.

Key words: Environment, Social, Governance, Board size, Board independence, Board meeting and CSR committee.

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