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EXAMINING THE TRENDS OF THE USE OF SELF HELP IN THE RECOVERY OF PREMISES LAW IN DELTA STATE OF NIGERIA

All Nigerian citizens are eligible to live in any part of the Country and also have the right to rent any property anywhere in Nigeria regardless of their state of origin or nationality. However, Nigerian law provides for certain rules that must be....

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INTANGIBLE ASSET REPORTING AND SUSTAINABLE PERFORMANCE OF LISTED NON- FINANCIAL FIRMS IN MIGERIA

The study examined the relationship between intangible asset reporting and sustainable performance of listed non-financial firms in Nigeria for the period of 2013-2022 (10 years). Specifically, the study sought to determine the extent to which research ...

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SOCIO-LEGAL EXAMINATION OF ZERO HUNGER TOLERANCE IN THE PROTECTION AND PRESERVATION OF INTERNALLY DISPLACED PERSON IN NIGERIA

Internally displaced persons (IDPs) in Nigeria face diverse challenges, including food insecurity and hunger. This research delves into the socio-legal aspects of zero hunger tolerance in the protection and preservation of internally displaced persons in Nigeria. The research adopts the doctrinal methodology relying on primary and secondary sources ...

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INFLUENCE OF FAMILY EXPERIENCES ON DEVIANT BEHAVIOUR AMONG PUBLIC SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN OREDO LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF EDO STATE.

This study investigated the influence of family experiences on deviant behaviour among public senior secondary school students in Oredo Local Government Area of Edo State. To guide this study, four research questions were raised and answered using Pearson Product Moment Correlation statistics; and four corresponding null hypothesis...

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A SURVEY OF ICT FACILITIES ON TEACHING AND LEARNING PROCESS IN JUNIOR SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN OREDO LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF EDO STATE.

The study generally examine ICT facilities on teaching and learning in junior secondary school in Oredo Local Government Area of Edo State. Specifically, the study covers the extent to which availability of ICT facilities, functionality of ICT facilities, adequacy of ICT facilities and teachers’ utilization of ICT facilities affects teaching and learning process in junior secondary school in Edo State. Geographically, the ...

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DETERMINANT OF TEACHERS EFFECTIVENESS IN PUBLIC SECONDARY SCHOOL IN OREDO LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF EDO STATE.

Teachers are the bedrock of the educational sector of any nation. While policies and curricula can be drawn by policy makers and administrators, teachers are the implementers of such policies. As such, they are usually the starting point in addressing whatever inconsistencies that may be identified in the learning process. The values and unique...

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SCHOOL RELATED FACTORS AS OF STUDENTS SELF EFFICACY IN COMPUTER STUDIES IN SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN OREDO AREA OF EDO STATE.

Technology is almost an inevitable term, known in all field of work, sectors, professions and even education in the 21st century. This is because in most nations, technology has replaced traditional means of knowledge sharing. Today, technology integration has fundamentally altered how people think, work, and live. In order to help students prepare for life in a knowledge society, schools and other educational institutions ...

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RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN DIMENSIONS OF JOB SATISFACTION AND LEVEL OF ABSENTEEISM OF TEACHERS IN PRIVATE SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN OREDO LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF EDO STATE. .

Teachers are the bedrock of the educational sector of any nation. While policies and curricula can be drawn by policy makers and administrators, teachers are the implementers of such policies. As such, they are usually the starting point in addressing whatever inconsistencies that may be identified in the learning process. The values and unique...

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PARENTAL SOCIO ECONOMIC FACTORS AS CORRELATES OF PERSONALITY ADJUSTMENT AMONG SCHOOL ADOLESCENTS IN EDO SOUTH SENATORIAL DISTRICTS, EDO STATE.

The greatest influence on children’s development is their parents (Baumrind, 2000). They act as socializing agents in providing goals and value system from which the child develops various patterns of behaviour. When children are growing up, it becomes the parents’ responsibility to give the child an environment that will...

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COMMUNICATION STYLES AS PREDICTORS OF ADMINISTRATIVE EFFICIENCY OF SCHOOL HEADS IN EDO SOUTH SENATORIAL DISTRICT OF EDO STATE.

The concept of education covers the methodical process of gaining knowledge, skills, values, and attitudes through different forms of formal, informal, and non-formal means. This involves the facilitation of learning, which could be by institutions or self-driven efforts, and usually aimed at the general development of individuals within the society. Over the years...

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AVAILABILITY AND UTILIZATION OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY (ICT) FOR EFFECTIVE TEACHING IN SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN RIVERS STATE: IMPLICATION FOR EDUCATIONAL PLANNING AND MANAGEMENT.

Nigeria like other developing countries is still in the initial stages of integrating ICT in teaching and learning process in the education sector. Though it is limited by a number of barriers, there are many factors influencing the use of ICT to make teaching and learning effective in schools of learning in Nigeria. ICT is an electronic means...

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STAFF RECRUITMENT AS PREDICTOR OF SCHOOL OUTCOME IN SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN OREDO LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF EDO STATE .

The greatest influence on children’s development is their parents (Baumrind, 2000). They act as socializing agents in providing goals and value system from which the child develops various patterns of behaviour. When children are growing up, it becomes the parents’ responsibility to give the child an environment that will...

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THE LEGAL FRAMEWORK ON CYBERCRIME: AN EXAMINATION OF SELECTED JURISDICTIONS.

In an era defined by the omnipresence of digital technologies, the proliferation of cybercrime poses an ever-growing threat to individuals, businesses, and nations worldwide. From sophisticated hacking operations targeting critical infrastructure to the insidious spread of online fraud and identity theft, the landscape of cyber threats is constantly evolving, challenging traditional notions of security and law enforcement. As the digital realm becomes...

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A CRITICAL APPRAISAL OF LANDLORD AND TENANT RELATIONSHIP IN TENANCY MATTERS IN NIGERIA.

Land is the most valuable physical possession of man. No man can live successfully without mingling with land in one capacity or the other. One can be an owner of landed property and another a seeker of same, thus creating a landlord and tenant relationship once they are at consensus ad idem. There is no gainsaying the fact; therefore, that land being an essential commodity, and landlords being ‘Lords’ over their land may exercise their lordships to the detriment of not just their vulnerable tenants...

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AN APPRAISAL OF THE REPARATION MECHANISMS FOR VICTIMS OF SERIOUS VIOLATION OF INTERNATIONAL HUMANITARIAN LAW.

In times of armed conflict, International Humanitarian Law (IHL) stands as a beacon of protection for civilians, and those who are no longer taking part in the conduct of hostilities ensuring that even amidst the chaos and brutality of war, certain fundamental rights and principles are upheld. However, despite the existence of these legal safeguards, countless individuals continue to suffer unimaginable harm as a result of serious violations of IHL. War crimes, crimes against humanity, and genocide leave behind a trail of devastation...

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INVESTIGATING THE CHALLENGES OF THE LAND USE ACT, 1978 AND ITS EFFECTS ON HOUSING IN NIGERIA.

The importance of land to man on earth through all ages can hardly be overemphasized. Land, though represents only about two-fifth of the earth’s surface1, it provides a platform on which man’s activities are predicated. It is however ironical that while the world population increases, the land in supply appears to be receding. Hence land is never thought to be sufficiently available to meet the need of man in a society. The ownership of land is jealously guarded against. Wars are fought, territories conquered to assert and preserve the ownership of land...

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FACTORS INFLUENCING THE USE OF ACTIVE LEARNING APPROACH IN LEARNING PHYSICS IN PUBLIC SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN OREDO LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF EDO STATE..

Education is known as the foundation of the society, its primary and ultimate aim is to develop each child to efficiently participate in the society. Secondary education is an important stage in the hierarchy of Nigeria education, it is the middle amid the primary and tertiary schooling stages. Nanbak, (2020) explained this stage to be a potential ground for the development of future experts as well as the foundation for professional fields discovering and classification. Nigeria is known to have some specific objectives for its secondary school education and they include: The provision of smooth opportunities for primary school leavers...

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A CRITIQUE OF CYBERCRIME AND THE LAW: CHALLENGES AND THE WAY FORWARD.

The advent of globalization facilitated by information and communication technology (ICT) launched Nigeria into the 21st century. As a consequence, Nigeria’s socio-cultural space today is one where local events are being shaped by external forces at varied spheres. The advancement in technology has gained universal acceptance which has made the use of computer system and the internet almost unavoidable in today’s world. Computer has come to be a close assistant to man. With the advent of internet, the world has become a global village and all the erstwhile barriers that seem to barricade some territories from...

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INFRASTRUCTURAL DEVELOPMENT AND REAL SECTOR PERFORMANCE IN ECOWAS COUNTRIES: AN AGGREGATED AND DISAGGREGATED APPROACH.

Developing countries of Africa are desirous of attaining sustainable productivity and utmost economic performance. The real sector which is seen as a highly productive segment of the African economy is pivotal to the attainment of these objectives (Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa, AGRA, 2017). The real sector directly or indirectly plays a crucial role in the welfare of a significant number of the population. For the purpose of this study, the real sector is taken to mean an amalgam of the agriculture and manufacturing sector. The Sustainable Development Goals Report, (2020) emphasize the importance of...

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FACTORS INFLUENCING TEENAGE PREGNANCY AMONG ADOLESCENT GIRLS IN AKOKO-EDO LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF EDO STATE.

In recent times, it has been observed that school age girls roam the street of towns and villages of Akoko-Edo Local Government Area, when, in fact, they are expected to be in school. Some of these young girls are found either hawking on the streets, selling in the market, engaged in other menial job, or apprentices in fashion houses, beauty salons, and chemist shops or practically engaged in no trade. The consequences of this unpleasant situation are the declining population of teenage adolescent girls in public secondary schools. Adolescence is the period between childhood and adulthood in human growth and...

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STUDENTS' PERCEPTION OF THE IMPACT OF CHILD ABUSE ON LEARNING IN SELECTED SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN IKPOBA OKHA LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF EDO STATE.

Education is a tool for social, psychological and economic development in which value is placed and the attitude towards social development. Child abuse and its consequences which it the unjust treatment given to a child, hinders the developmental process. Child abuse, also known as child maltreatment, is a major problem in today's society around the world, including Nigeria. In addition, Shumba (2009) has ruled that bullying by teachers in schools is now a problem in society and the world at large. In Nigeria, child abuse is defined as the physical, moral or marital abuse of a child who is 18 years of age or...

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INVESTIGATION OF EXAMINATION MALPRACTICE AND ITS IMPACT ON THE PRODUCTIVITY OF NURSING AND MIDWIFERY PROFESSION IN BENIN METROPOLIS.

Education is an important means of preparing youth for their future roles in the society in line with their likes and abilities. In addition to teaching, training, and adequate guidance in acquiring relevant skills and knowledge, learners are also taught to adapt to acceptable societal life through education. Education helps the individual to break barriers, create wealth and attain greatness to become a useful member of the society. Educational measurement has a long history which has always played a vital role in the life of man (Nasamu, 2015). The present system and the idea of educational measurement is a...

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PREDICTING SAFETY MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS IN SELECTED OIL COMPANIES IN NIGERIA USING COMPUTER APPLICATION AND MATHEMATICAL MODELS.

The primary goal of effective safety programs is excellent performance. This is accomplished through a strong and continued commitment by everyone in an organization to achieve zero injuries, zero significant harmful events and zero environmental harm. Other program goals also come into play such as “no one gets hurt,” positive rather than negative business impact, and employees striving to be good corporate citizens and community members. Many companies have achieved sustained excellent performance while some have not. Even good companies with strong safety programs sometimes have lapses. The reality is that...

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MACHINE LEARNING ALGORITHM FOR FRAUD DETECTION IN E-AUCTION SYSTEM.

A few decades ago, auctions were done in auction houses and the bids were made with the auctioneer delegating the bids and this method required the physical presence of the bidders, thus it resulted in a number of limitations (Jurjees et al., 2018). This led to the use of online auctioning which allowed for the auctions to be carried out over the internet from anywhere in the world. However, with the development of the Internet, it is now simple to purchase goods through online auction systems that were previously only available in brick-and-mortar markets. Online auctions are among the most influential and...

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INFLUENCE OF MASTERY EXPERIENCE ON PROSPECTS OF EDUCATION STUDENTS IN TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS IN EDO STATE, NIGERIA.

Students’ career is a by-product of many factors. One of the most important variables is students’ self-efficacy. Students with high self-efficacy are able to plan effectively and successfully in completion of a task. Such students belief about their capacities and confidently apply them in such a way that they achieve goals. In contrast, a person who avoids complicated tasks is unable to plan and achieve goals. High self-efficacy are those who understand their capacities and successfully plan their activities while students with low self-efficacy are unable to perform their assignment. Mastery experience is an...

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SOCIO-ECONOMIC EFFECT OF FUEL SUBSIDY REMOVAL IN OREDO LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA.

It is no longer a revelation that many industrialised and emerging countries subsidize the production and consumption of fossil fuel. Such subsidies take an extensive variety of forms like direct budgetary allocations, tax immunities, and charges control. According to Von "People can rely on subsidies if at least these subsidies can lead to an improvement in social welfare. However, the general agreement is that fossil-fuel subsidy has a negative effect not only to the individual country but also to the global level" (Von Moltke et al, 2004). Koplow and Dembach stated that "changing fossil-fuel prices through...

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E-ECOMMERCE AND SMALL BUSINESS GROWTH OF SELECTED ENTERPRISES IN BENIN CITY, NIGERIA.

The digital transformation of the business world has made a significant impact on how companies operate, compete, and grow in the global economy. Among the most important of these technologies is electronic commerce (e commerce) which involves conducting business, marketing products, and managing relationships with customers using the internet and online technologies (Laudon & Traver, 2024). The E-commerce offers a significant possibility to the support of small and medium enterprises (SMEs), particularly for companies that are geographically small, have budget limitations, and have less access to the supply...

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PERCEIVED EFFECTIVENESS OF COUNSELLING STRATEGIES FOR IMPROVING WELLBEING FOR ACADEMIC PROGRESS AMONG SENIOR SECONDARY STUDENTS IN EDO SOUTH SENATORIAL DISTRICT.

Student wellbeing encompasses emotional, psychological, social, and academic wellness, influencing how students think, feel, relate with others, and perform in school activities. Wellbeing is essential to the overall development of an individual because it supports healthy living, positive relationships, productivity, and effective decision-making. Poor wellbeing may result in stress, emotional imbalance, poor academic performance, behavioural problems, low self-esteem, and reduced life satisfaction. Therefore, promoting students’ wellbeing through education, guidance, awareness, and support services is...

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STUDENTS' PERCEPTION AND ATTITUDE ASSESSMENT OF TEACHERS' EFFECTIVENESS IN NATIONAL OPEN UNIVERSITY STUDY CENTRES, BENIN CITY, EDO STATE.

Distance education was first recognized by the Nigerian government in 1959 when the Ashby Report recommended the establishment of a department of correspondence courses at the University of Lagos, while other institutions like the University of Ibadan and Ahmadu Bello University followed suit (Ashby, 1960; Ogunwale, 2016). They functioned as dual-mode institutions where conventional and distance education programs were run (Ogunwale, 2016). Less than two decades later, in 1976 the National Teachers’ Institute (NTI), Kaduna, was established by the Nigerian Federal Government to produce qualified teachers to meet...

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FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT PRACTICES AND SURVIVAL OF SMEs IN OREDO LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF EDO STATE.

SME survival refers to the ability of small and medium enterprises to maintain continuous operations, achieve stability, and remain competitive despite the internal and external challenges . It reflects the capacity of SMEs to adapt to changing business environments and sustain their performance over time. There is indeed empirical evidence that the internal factors such as strategic decision making, financial discipline and resource management are significant factors of survival as well as external factors such as economic shocks and institutional constraints (Mason & Brown, 2020). Here, the ability of the SMEs...

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RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN THE LEVEL OF POVERTY AND EDUCATIONAL ATTAINMENT OF OUT-OF-SCHOOL CHILDREN IN OREDO LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF EDO STATE.

It is highly significant to note that a child's educational journey is fundamentally shaped by the socioeconomic environment in which they are nurtured (Adeyemi, 2024). This explains the critical role that resources and financial stability play in academic development. The foundational support a child receives from their family and community could play a great role in their future life and helps them to access and persist in formal learning. Excellent educational attainment not only enhances the individual's intellectual landscape but could also provide a definitive pathway out of intergenerational poverty....

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TAX PLANNING MIX AND EMPLOYEE COMPENSATION IN LISTED CONSUMER GOODS FIRMS IN NIGERIA.

Globally, employee compensation is a key driver of organizational performance, competitiveness, and sustainability, especially in knowledge-intensive and competitive industries. Well-structured compensation packages, including base pay, bonuses, and performance incentives, enhance employee engagement, productivity, and overall value creation. In Nigeria, firms face the challenge of balancing cost control with the need to motivate and retain skilled employees in a dynamic business environment. Effective and fair compensation frameworks are therefore essential for improving workforce performance, productivity, and...

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AGENCY COST AND PROFITABILITY OF LISTED BEVERAGE FIRMS IN NIGERIA.

The Nigerian beverage industry plays a vital role in the country’s manufacturing sector, contributing substantially to GDP, employment, and consumer welfare. However, firms in this space face mounting pressures from economic instability, fierce competition, and rising governance costs. As profitability becomes harder to sustain, attention has shifted to how internal financial decisions, especially those related to CEO compensation, audit expenditures, and employee remuneration, affect firm performance. Studies underscore the significance of internal cost management in maintaining profitability. Okafor and...

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HUMAN RESOURCE ACCOUNTING AND FIRM VALUE OF LISTED CONSUMER AND INDUSTRIAL GOODS FIRMS IN NIGERIA.

From a global perspective, Human Resource Accounting (HRA) has gained increasing recognition as organizations across developed and emerging economies seek to improve competitiveness in knowledge-driven and technology-intensive environments. Globally, firms now acknowledge employees as strategic assets rather than mere costs, leading to the adoption of HRA frameworks that support informed decision-making on recruitment, training, compensation, and performance management. By systematically identifying, measuring, and reporting human capital value, HRA enhances transparency, strengthens investor confidence, and...

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ADOPTION OF INFORMATION COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY TOOLS AND FEDERAL TAX REVENUE GENERATION IN NIGERIA.

The global shift toward digital governance has repositioned information and communication technology (ICT) as a strategic driver of institutional performance, particularly in public finance administration. ICT tools facilitate automation, transparency, and real-time data processing, all of which are essential for improving tax compliance, expanding the tax base, and curbing revenue leakages (Desi & Bingilar, 2023). In developing countries such as Nigeria, the tax system has long been characterized by inefficiencies stemming from manual processes, poor taxpayer engagement, and institutional capacity deficits. As...

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JOB STRESS AND EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE.

Coping with constantly changing demands of competitive organizations in various industries in the 21st century has rendered conditions for job stress an utmost organizational and psychological concern worldwide. With manufacturing and beverage companies like Coca-Cola, great pressure is exerted to achieve production targets, satisfy customers, and compete in the market. As the challenges increase, workloads become heavier, roles become blurred, and job expectations become conflicting, leading to job stress and, in turn, a negative effect on the performance of employees (Wang et al., 2020). Job stress is a...

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REAL TIME XAI FOR AUTONOMOUS VEHICHES DECISIONS MAKING.

Autonomous vehicles (AVs) have emerged as one of the most transformative innovations in modern transportation systems, driven by rapid advancements in Artificial Intelligence (AI), machine learning, and intelligent control systems. These vehicles are designed to perceive their surroundings, interpret complex traffic environments, and make real-time driving decisions such as braking, steering, lane changing, acceleration, and obstacle avoidance. According to Stanton et al. (2021), autonomous systems rely heavily on advanced machine learning algorithms that process large-scale, high-dimensional data collected from...

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MOTIVATION AND EMPLOYEE PRODUCTIVITY IN EDO STATE GEOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION SERVICE.

The productivity of the employees can be related to the extent of which he/she can utilize these resources of the organization (Time, skills, knowledge etc) and how efficiently he/she can utilize them to turn it into productive output which can help in achieving the objectives of the organization. Today productivity isn't just about production but other things such as efficiency, accuracy, invention, speed of completing tasks and attitude at work. (Shuaibu & Saleh, 2025; Omolambe & Menon, 2024). Motivation is a psychological and behavioural phenomenon, it is phenomenon that initiates, guides and maintains the...

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SCHOOL ADMINISTRATORS PLANNING STRATEGIES AS PREDICTOR OF EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY EFFECTIVENESS IN MODEL SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN EDO STATE.

Education is the cornerstone of national development. It equips citizens with the requisite knowledge, skills, and values needed to profitably participate in a given economy/ society. Nations that have attained noticeable socio-economic transformation have constantly focused on the role education plays as a driver of human capital development, innovation, and social cohesion. Education has been shaped by technological advancement in the 21st century. Countries across the world recognize the strategic role of educational technology (EdTech) in improving learning outcomes, enhancing accessibility, and preparing...

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FINANCIAL REPORTING PRACTICES AND INVESTMENT DECISIONS OF SMALL AND MEDIUM ENTERPRISES IN NIGERIA.

Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) play a vital role in the economic development of nations across the world, particularly in developing economies like Nigeria. They contribute significantly to employment generation, wealth creation, poverty alleviation, and innovation (Musa & Ogunleye, 2025). In Nigeria, SMEs constitute about 96% of all business enterprises and account for over 48% of the national gross domestic product (GDP) (Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria [SMEDAN], 2021). Given their scale and spread across various sectors of the economy, SMEs are key agents in achieving inclusive...

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DETERMINANTS OF INNOVATIVE CAPABILITIES AMONG OIL PALM PRODUCERS IN EDO STATE, NIGERIA.

The oil palm industry is a major driver of agricultural and economic activities in tropical regions which is undergoing profound transformations due to sustainability demands, technological advancements, and evolving market needs. In Nigeria, innovations in oil palm production and processing aim to boost productivity and tackle sector challenges, aligning with the country’s ambition to reclaim its former status as a global leader in palm oil production (Murphy, et al., 2021). Globally, sustainability concerns in the oil palm sector, as asserted by Murphy et al. (2021), mirror local issues in Edo State, Nigeria...

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EVALUATING THE EFFECTIVENESS OF INTEGRATED PAYROLL AND PERSONNEL INFORMATION SYSTEM (IPPIS) IN CONTROLLING PAYROLL FRAUD IN PETROLEUM TRAINING INSTITUTE (PTI), WARRI, DELTA STATE.

The study of the integrated payroll and personnel information system (IPPIS) is motivated by the interest for efficient and effective service delivery in our public life. IPPIS is said to ensure efficient and effective service delivery as it is a central computer-based payroll and management information system that is used to eradicate payroll fraud in the public service (Omolehinwa and Naiyeju, 2015). It is also employed in making sure that records integrity and reliability so that the employee’s information is accurate and adequate. Leyira and Temple (2018) affirm that IPPIS was introduced in Nigeria, to...

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EXCHANGE RATE VARIATION, INTERNATIONAL TRADE AND THEIR IMPACTS ON DOMESTIC PRICE LEVEL IN NIGERIA.

Price dynamics refers to the natural and regular changes in the prices of goods and services over time, which may be driven by seasonal variations, changes in supply and demand, or economic policies. Fluctuations are often part of a predictable cycle and can be influenced by factors like market trends, production cycles, or inflation (Mankiw, 2020); Price volatility, on the other hand, refers to the degree of variation in the price of a good or service over time. High price volatility means that the price experiences sharp, unpredictable swings in a short period. This could be due to external shocks, such as...

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AUDITORS' CHARACTERISTICS AND FINANCIAL REPORTING LAG OF LISTED DEPOSIT MONEY BANKS IN NIGERIA.

The period between the end of a company's fiscal year and the public release of its financial reports is referred to as the financial reporting lag. This delay reduces the relevance and usefulness of financial data, as investors, regulators, and other stakeholders rely on timely reports to make informed decisions. Stakeholders depend on up-to-date financial information to assess a company’s performance and risks; hence, delays in financial reporting undermine confidence and reduce market efficiency. Globally, financial reporting delays remain a significant challenge, particularly in the banking sector, where...

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CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICERS' ATTRIBUTES AND FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE OF LISTED INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY COMPANIES IN NIGERIA.

One of the core objectives of a company is profit maximization which thus defines the level of corporate profitability as well as financial performance. According to Pham et al. (2021), financial performance is seen as the extent to which financial targets have been achieved. Kusumawardani et al. (2021) see corporate financial performance as ‘an overview of the company's financial status report over a period of time to figure out how successful and profitable a company is in producing revenue.’ Arguably, financial performance largely measures the wellness of the shareholders at the end of a period than they were...

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MULTI-DRUG-RESISTANT GRAM-NEGATIVE BACTERIA ISOLATES ASSOCIATED WITH DIARRHEIC STOOL SAMPLES FROM A TERTIARY HOSPITAL IN BENIN CITY, EDO STATE, NIGERIA.

Diarrhea can be caused by many different microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, and parasites (Jay, 2000). Commonly recognized intestinal pathogens include Salmonella spp., Shigella spp., Vibrio cholerae, and other enteric organisms such as Campylobacter spp., Enteropathogenic Escherichia coli (EPEC), and Enterotoxigenic E. coli (ETEC) strains, as well as Rotavirus (Joshua et al., 2006). Diarrhea develops when there is a rise in the content of water in the stool, resulting from an alteration in the normal physiological processes of the intestines that regulate the uptake of various ions and other...

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MULTI-DRUG RESISTANT GRAM-NEGATIVE BACTERIA ASSOCIATED WITH READY-TO-EAT (RTE) VEGETABLE SALADS IN SELECTED LOCATIONS IN BENIN CITY, NIGERIA.

Ready-to-eat (RTE) vegetables, particularly salads prepared from raw cabbage, carrots, and cucumbers, are a convenient and increasingly popular food choice among urban populations in Nigeria. These vegetables, when consumed raw, retain their nutrients and fibre content, but they also bypass the microbial decontamination step that cooking provides. In developing countries like Nigeria, RTE vegetables are often sold by street vendors operating in unregulated environments, with limited access to potable water, refrigeration, or sanitary facilities (Iwu et al., 2020). This creates a high-risk for contamination with...

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Stenotrophomonas species ASSOCIATED WITH SELECTED RIVER WATER SAMPLES IN BENIN CITY, EDO STATE, NIGERIA.

Water is life and its quality is intrinsically linked to human and ecosystem health. Ensuring good water quality is a major public health issue in developing nations, particularly in subSaharan Africa, where access to safe drinking water is frequently insufficient (Brooke, 2012). In Benin City, the Ologbo and Ikpoba rivers are essential water sources for various uses, including domestic, agricultural, and industrial. Nevertheless, these rivers also experience severe pollution from industrial waste, urban runoff, and agricultural activities (Igbinosa and Okoh, 2012). Among the growing list of environmental...

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BACTERIA AND FUNGI ASSOCIATED WITH GATE PASS / TAGS OF A TERTIARY EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION IN BENIN CITY, NIGERIA.

The human hand represents one of the chief organs in the body that always interacts with the environment and as such a principal agent in the dissemination of pathogenic microflora from the environment to humans and vice versa (Ekrami et al., 2011). Microorganisms associated with hands can be grouped into transient or resident and usually form part of the normal flora (Burton et al., 2011). Transient micro-organisms are usually picked by the hands from surfaces such as gate pass, ATM machines, mobile phones, currency notes as well as door handles (Pittet et al., 2006). Non-living surfaces serve as environmental...

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ILLEGAL OIL BUNKERING AND ITS EFFECTS ON SOCIO-ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OF SELECTED COMMUNITIES IN DELTA STATE, NIGERIA.

The discovery of crude oil has been both a blessing and a curse for many nations. Oil can drive economic growth and development, the illegal activities associated with it, particularly oil bunkering pose significant challenges to national progress. Oil bunkering, which involves the unauthorized siphoning, theft, and sale of crude oil, has become a prevalent issue in oilrich regions, undermining both economic growth and social stability (Oyebu, 2021) At the international level, Nations like Saudi Arabia, the United States, Russia, and Norway have harnessed their oil resources to fuel their economies, creating...

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THE ROLE OF EFFECTIVE SUPERVISION AND REMUNERATION ON EMPLOYEE'S PERFORMANCE IN NIGERIA PUBLIC TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS.

Public higher education institutions around the world play a crucial role in providing highquality instruction, carrying out research, and providing administrative services that support the growth of human capital, the advancement of society, and the stability of nations. The employees of these institutions are crucial to their success since their productivity, supervision, and motivation affect the caliber of services they offer. Effective management and remuneration are widely acknowledged as crucial components of employee performance, impacting perspectives on jobs, levels of dedication, and overall output...

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COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF MIXED, ORGANIC & CONVENTIONAL CASSAVA FARMING SYSTEMS IN EDO SOUTH AGRO-ECOLOGICAL ZONE, NIGERIA.

Organic farming has garnered significant attention as an alternative to Conventional agricultural practices, particularly in developing regions like Nigeria (Adeolu & Taiwo, 2024). The drive towards organic farming is motivated by concerns over the long-term sustainability of conventional farming methods, which often rely heavily on synthetic fertilizers and pesticides (Gomiero et al., 2021). These conventional practices, while effective in boosting short-term yields, have raised alarm due to their adverse effects on soil health, biodiversity, and the environment (Reganold & Wachter, 2023). With cassava (Manihot...

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A POST-COVID-19 PANDEMIC ASSESSMENT IN NIGERIAN EDUCATIONAL SECTOR.

Globally, the novel coronavirus (Covid-19) has undoubtedly made the e-learning revolution more prominent. The advent of the World Wide Web (www) has created many opportunities. One such opportunity is electronic learning (e-learning). According to (Ajadi et al., 2008), e-learning is the use of electronic technology to deliver education and training applications, monitor learners’ performance, and report learners’ progress. A reimagined education can also include remote learning, which may include digital learning. By offering a variety of remedial programs, remote learning offers various ways to reduce the...

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EFFECT OF FERMENTATION TIME ON THE QUALITY OF OPTIMIZED YOGHURT PRODUCED FROM BLENDS OF SOYBEAN, OAT, AND COCONUT MILK.

Fermentation is a conventional and highly varied biotechnological operation used for the conversion of raw food materials into a stable, safe, and nutritionally enhanced product. Yoghurt is one of the most extensively consumed fermented foods worldwide (Béal and Helinck, 2014). It is conventionally produced by the metabolic activity of lactic acid bacteria such as Lactobacillus delbrueckii subsp. bulgaricus and Streptococcus thermophilus (Olodu and Enabulele, 2025). These microorganisms ferment lactose to lactic acid to create typical gelation, acidity, and flavouring (Dan et al., 2023; Bai et al., 2024)....

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RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN TEACHERS' PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS AND STUDENTS' LEARNING READINESS IN JUNIOR SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN OREDO LGA OF EDO STATE.

The contemporary educational landscape faces unprecedented challenges in preparing junior secondary students for academic success and lifelong learning. Student learning readiness in junior secondary contexts transcends simplistic metrics of academic preparedness to encompass multifaceted readiness dimensions: cognitive readiness involves executive function skills like working memory and cognitive flexibility essential for abstract reasoning; emotional readiness includes self-regulation capacities to manage academic frustration and anxiety; behavioural readiness manifests as task persistence and help-seeking...

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BILATERAL RELATIONS BETWEEN NIGERIA AND SOUTH KOREA FROM 1980 TO 2025.

Bilateralism remains one of the principal mechanisms through which sovereign states pursue their foreign policy objectives and manage international relations. It involves the conduct of political, economic, and socio-cultural relations between two states through direct negotiation, cooperation, and institutional engagement. Unlike multilateral arrangements, which require consensus among multiple actors, bilateral relations provide governments with greater flexibility to negotiate agreements that reflect their specific national interests and strategic priorities. Consequently, bilateralism continues to occupy a...

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RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN SCHOOL ENVIRONMENT AND TEACHERS' PRODUCTIVITY IN PUBLIC SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN JALINGO LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, TARABA STATE, NIGERIA.

The teaching and learning situation in schools presents a dynamic relationship, where the characteristics of the environment significantly influence the outcomes of both teaching and learning. In this regard, the school environment plays a pivotal role in shaping the productivity of teachers. School environment is defined as a set of unique characteristics that define the quality and effectiveness of the school, often influencing its overall success. These characteristics serve to distinguish one school from another, affecting the dynamics within the institution. The school leadership, teachers, and staff may...

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SUPPLY CHAIN AND INVENTORY MANAGEMENT FOR RETAIL STORES.

While supply chain and inventory management is a key consideration for the success of any retail business, it is evident that major retailers even in developing countries such as Nigeria are using manual, disjointed and unreliable systems. Old inventory methods are often these: Stocks are tracked on spreadsheets, inventory is manually done and it's sometimes counted when the need arises, leading to inaccurate stock records, stock shortages, overstocking, inaccurate forecasting, loss of money and diminished customer satisfaction. But today's size and complexity in retail, with the uncertainty and disruption of...

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INFLUENCE OF DISTANCE PARENTING ON STUDENTS' ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE IN EGOR LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF EDO STATE.

It is very important to realize that the quality of human life seems directly proportional to quantifiable knowledge which a person acquires and how much of this knowledge is deployed in developing oneself, the country and the world at large. What one acquires from school is knowledge which plays a great part in future life evidently helps the individual to understand the happenings around him or her which may result in performance in future endeavours. Academic performance is how well a student achieves his/her educational goal. It is the measure of how much students have learned and how well they apply it. For...

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PARENTS' INVOLVEMENT IN SCHOOL MANAGEMENT ON ACADEMIC ACTIVITIES OF PUBLIC SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN DELTA CENTRAL SENATORIAL DISTRICT OF DELTA STATE, NIGERIA.

Academic activities are those exercises that are related to formal educational practices which are carried out by learners/students. They stir up the zeal for reading, writing, general research, private search for knowledge after class (seeking for information ahead of class lectures), for take home assignment, co-operation with fellow students during discussions, establishing special skills, and so on. Parents’ involvement in academic activities begins with the creation of a structured learning environment at home. According to Hoover-Dempsey and Sandler (2017), parents who help establish daily schedules...

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PERCEIVED FACTORS INFLUENCING DROPOUT RATE OF PUBLIC SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN EDO SOUTH SENATORIAL DISTRICT, EDO STATE.

Education is the bedrock of every country, as it is a major tool for development. This is seen by the Federal Republic of Nigeria as one of the potential tool or instruments for solving the social, political, economic and technological problems in the nation. The United Nation's Universal Declaration of Human Rights pointed out education as one of the basic human rights which means that every individual has the right to access education UNICEF (2015), stated that, “Education is one of the primary determining factors of development for any country. It plays a crucial role in securing economic and social progress...

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EFFICACY OF SOLUTION-FOCUSED BRIEF THERAPY IN ENHANCING LOW SELF-CONCEPT AMONG SENIOR SECONDARY STUDENTS IN EDO STATE.

Personality can be seen as the unique combination of an individual's behaviours, cognitions, and emotional patterns that shape how they think, feel, and act in various situations. Self could, be seen as a person’s essential being that distinguishes him or her from other persons. There are three types of self: The individual self which consists of attributes and personality traits that differentiate one from others; the relational self which is the relationship with significance of our relationship with others and the collective self which reflects one’s membership in social groups. This essential personal...

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EFFICACY OF COGNITIVE BEHAVIOURAL THERAPY ON REDUCTION OF ACADEMIC STRESS AMONG SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN BENIN CITY.

Education is very important for both individuals and society. Secondary education gives students knowledge, skills, values, and abilities that are critical for higher education, jobs, and informed citizenship. To achieve these educational goals, students are expected to participate actively in academic activities and perform well in their studies. Despite the importance of secondary education, many students experience challenges that affect their academic performance and well-being. One of the major challenges is academic stress. Academic stress has become a serious concern among secondary school students...

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PRINCIPALS' MOTIVATIONAL STRATEGIES AND TEACHERS' EFFECTIVENESS IN PUBLIC SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL IN EDO SOUTH SENATORIAL DISTRICT.

The cornerstone of national development is generally regarded as education which is a major instrument for social transformation and also, a driver of economic growth. The Nigeria secondary education occupies an important position within the educational system, bridging the gap between primary education and tertiary institution. The ability of teachers in delivering quality instruction and support the holistic development of learners at this level of education, will depend largely on its effectiveness (Adeyemi & Alade, 2020). Teachers’ effectiveness is the bedrock of educational quality and an important factor...

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PENSION ADMINISTRATION AND ACCESS TO RETIREMENT BENEFITS IN EDO STATE, NIGERIA.

Pension refers to the money paid under given conditions to a person after retirement from active service or to surviving dependents of an employee who has retired after years of service (Nwanna & Ogbonna, 2019). It can further be described as a fixed sum of money paid to an employee after spending considerable number of years in active service. It is a fund which is paid on monthly basis during an individual working career, and from which periodic payments are made to support the worker’s retirement from employment. Pension administration differs from one country to the other, depending on the policies and...

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TRANSNATIONAL OIL CORPORATIONS AND SOCIOECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT IN THE NIGER DELTA: A STUDY OF SPDC (2015-2022).

Transnational Corporations (TNCs) are major players in the global world economy. They are conglomerates that operate like a government in the world economy. Whichever country TNCs are found, they influence the political and economic conditions of such countries. It is against this backdrop that TNCs are seen as agents of imperialism in underdeveloped countries of the world. The history of TNCs is traceable to the Dutch East Indian Company and it was the first company to issue stock. The Dutch East Indian Company was not only mega but also exercised quasi-governmental authority as well. The company could also...

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PRINCIPALS' LEADERSHIP STYLES AS A PREDICTOR OF TEACHERS' JOB SATISFACTION IN EDO SOUTH SENATORIAL DISTRICT.

Teachers in the school system play a pivotal role in any educational system without which, educational goals cannot be attained. They are highly necessary and there is a need for them to be effective in their day-to-day discharge of pedagogical duties for any curriculum to be implemented effectively. Thus, it is impossible to overstate the importance of instructors in the growth, modernization, intellectual and mental development of a child. Within the school, teacher job satisfaction holds the key to stability and positive culture. Teachers’ job satisfaction intertwines with professional growth and personal...

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COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF INTERGOVERNMENTAL FISCAL RELATIONS IN NIGERIA'S FIRST REPUBLIC AND FOURTH REPUBLIC: A CASE STUDY OF TAFAWA BALEWA'S ADMINISTRATION (1963-1966) AND OLUSEGUN OBASANJO'S ADMINISTRATION (1999-2007).

The way intergovernmental fiscal system is organized differs from country to country. These differences partly reflect the historical and geographical characteristics of each country, the degree of population heterogeneity, and the degree of government intervention in the economy. In view of this diversity, the practical solutions to inter-governmental structures and function issues often vary from country to country (Fenna, 2012). Although the diversity complicates broad generalizations, reference to the experiences of other countries is often the only guide available. Despite the limitations, these experiences...

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THE IMPACT OF BUREAUCRACY ON EFFECTIVE SERVICE DELIVERY IN THE EDO STATE CIVIL SERVICE.

The Nigerian Civil Service, like many governmental structures across the globe, plays a crucial role in the effective functioning of the state. It serves as the administrative machinery responsible for policy implementation, service delivery, and overall governance. However, over the years, various challenges have hindered its efficiency and effectiveness (Ajayi, 2019). The civil service was designed to provide stability, continuity, and professionalism in governance. However, several decades of political, economic, and social changes have impacted the structure and functioning of the civil service. Issues such...

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AN ASSESSMENT OF POVERTY AND SOCIAL EXCLUSION IN OREDO LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF EDO STATE.

The concept of poverty has been perceived as a challenging phenomenon in achieving sustainable development globally. The World Bank Group (2017) affirm that poverty and other related factors play a greater role in slowing down socio-economic landscape and development trajectory. The Group acknowledged Africa as the epic center to a momentous share of the world’s poorest and socially exclusive population. Regardless of some indices of economic development in some part of Sub-Saharan countries, Dia, Oaya & Joshua, (2024) posit that poverty lingers extensively with a huge part of the population existing below the...

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IMPACT OF MICROFINANCE BANKS ON POVERTY IN THE NIGERIAN ECONOMY.

Poverty has been a talking point of all governments across the globe. I hand seen poverty first hand in Nigeria. All over the world, many people in different societies have been plagued by extreme poverty. Approximately 40% of the global population lives below the poverty line (World Bank, 2019). The same report from the World Bank shows that most residents in developing countries, Nigeria inclusive, lack access to formal financial services, and are impoverished as a result. Consequently, countries have promoted sustainable economic development through diverse financial policies targeted at poverty reduction....

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COMPREHENSIVE CASSAVA STARCH SUPPLY CHAIN MODEL WITH VERTICAL AND HORIZONTAL LINKAGES IN NIGERIA: IMPLICATIONS FOR DOMESTIC AND INTERNATIONAL SHOCKS.

Cassava (Manihot esculenta Cranz) is a very important food crop that is capable of providing food security. However, a lot of problems prevent the development and use of modern equipment for its production. Most of the cassava produced still comes from smallholder farmers who depend on manual tools for their field operations and these farmers are instrumental to making Nigeria the world’s largest producer of the crop. An increase in production of cassava to sustain the world food security needs improved machinery to allow its continuous cultivation and processing (Oni & Oyebade, 2013). Output of cassava is...

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COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF CLIMATE CHANGE INFORMATION SOURCES AND UTILIZATION AMONG OIL PALM FARMERS IN EDO AND DELTA STATES, NIGERIA.

Numerous studies have explored the issue of climate variability and the vulnerability of farming households, particularly highlighting that Nigeria's agricultural sector is highly susceptible to climatic fluctuations. This heightened vulnerability stems from the dominance of landless, impoverished, undernourished, and largely uneducated farmers with minimal technological capabilities, who are consequently ill-prepared to effectively adapt to climate changes (Awono and Messang, 2020; Danso-Abbeam et al., 2021). Further investigation by Adepoju and Oyedepo (2024) focused on farmers’ perceptions and the indigenous...

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PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT AND EDUCATIONAL COUNSELLING AS PREDICTORS OF ACADEMIC PROGRESS OF SLOW LEARNERS IN PUBLIC SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN EDO SOUTH SENATORIAL DISTRICT.

The role of a parent to a child, at any given time, cannot be over emphasised. The home is very germane and crucial to a child’s well-being and development in later life. Family is the primary cell of society where the child’s upbringing must begin since his birth, still in cradle. The person’s principles established since childhood are like letters engraved in the bark of a young tree, which grow, enlarge with it making its integral part. Therefore, right beginning makes the most important part of upbringing/education. Failure of the parents to meet these specific needs can have wide-ranging and longlasting...

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TEACHERS' PERCEPTION OF THE INFLUENCE OF COVID-19 ON THE EDUCATION SYSTEM IN SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL IN OREDO LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, EDO STATE.

Education plays a crucial role all around the world which serves as the bedrock for national development and advancement. This is because education, whether formal or informal, has always served as a labour supplier for the manpower requirements of a country. Building capacity in an individual -knowing or doing something better- would include anything you do that ends with somebody being able to respond to experiences in a better and more useful way. Education is purposed to develop the mind or intellect, social change, love in society, selfrealization and good life. It builds and fosters the desirable traits in...

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PRINCIPALS' ADMINISTRATIVE PERFORMANCE AS PREDICTOR OF PHYSICS TEACHERS' EFFECTIVENESS IN PUBLIC SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN BENIN METROPOLIS.

Physics teachers’ effectiveness may have effects on high-quality teaching on student learning in terms of achievement gains. The quality of teaching as the dynamic and interactive process of creating, fostering, adapting, and negotiating learning environments in which all students are supported in activities that have a good chance of improving learning. Physics teacher’s effectiveness can thus both be assessed focusing on the outcome itself (achievement gains) as well as teachers’ behaviours (high-quality teaching) that should, broadly speaking, contribute to the outcome. Accordingly, physics teachers’...

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INSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP STYLE AS A PREDICTOR OF TEACHERS' JOB COMMITMENT IN PUBLIC SECONDARY SCHOOL IN EDO SOUTH SENATORIAL DISTRICT, NIGERIA.

Education is the process of facilitating learning, or the accumulation of knowledge, skills, beliefs, values, and habits. Education plays the role of reinforcing the development of good and quality citizens for the nation's social, cultural, and economic growth. It enhances the pursuit of national values and aspirations for the pivot of educational excellence. To achieve these goals as prescribed in the national policy on education, good teaching practices of teachers under the administration at different levels of leadership in the Nigerian educational system. Teachers are fundamental and crucial players in...

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PERCEPTION OF THE RELIABILITY OF ASSESSMENT SCORES AND ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE IN ENGLISH LANGUAGE AMONG SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN OREDO LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, EDO STATE.

English language remains a foundational pillar of communication and academic instruction across Nigerian educational institutions. It is not only a compulsory subject in secondary schools but also a medium of instruction in other disciplines. As such, proficiency in English language has a significant influence on students' overall academic performance. Over the years, there has been growing concern about the academic performance of students in English Language, especially in public secondary schools within Nigeria, including those in Oredo Local Government Area of Edo State. This concern has become more...

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IMPACT OF MODELLING THERAPY ON THE LEVEL OF ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER (ADHD) AMONG ADOLESCENCE IN ANCHOR OF HOPE OF AUSTISM IN BENIN CITY.

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a prevalent neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by persistent patterns of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. These symptoms often lead to significant impairment in academic, social, occupational functioning and strained relationship. Impulsivity and hyperactivity may lead to difficulties building and maintaining appropriate peer relationship and developing a supportive group (Abikwi, 2009). In Nigeria, the increasing recognition of ADHD among secondary school students has highlighted the urgent need for effective intervention strategies to manage...

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RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN QUALITY OF PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMMES AND TEACHERS' EFFECTIVENESS IN PUBLIC SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN EDO SOUTH SENATORIAL DISTRICT OF EDO STATE.

Quality education is widely recognized as a foundational driver of socio-economic development, enabling nations to develop competent human capital capable of fostering innovation, productivity, and sustainable growth. At the core of any effective educational system are teachers, whose knowledge, pedagogical competence, instructional strategies, and professional dispositions significantly shape students’ learning experiences and academic outcomes. As educational demands continue to evolve in the twenty-first century, teachers are expected to adapt to curriculum reforms, technological advancements, inclusive...

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PERCEIVED CHALLENGES AND STRATEGIES FOR EFFECTIVE INCLUSIVE EDUCATION OF PERSONS WITH PHYSICAL DISABILITIES IN SPECIAL SCHOOLS IN EDO STATE.

Inclusion and equity in education have become central themes in global educational discourse, particularly in the context of persons with physical disabilities. Education of persons with disability is now going inclusive after several years of exclusivist and separatist paradigms. This change in approach came as a result of a number of influences, especially a paradigm shift from defect to social model education programmes (Majoko, 2017). Inclusive education has become an official education outcome in many countries as well as a cornerstone of the Education for All agenda of the UNESCO (UNESCO, 2020). It is...

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PRINCIPALS' MANAGERIAL COMPETENCE AND SECONDARY SCHOOL TEACHERS JOB SATISFACTION IN EDO SOUTH SENATORIAL DISTRICT, EDO STATE.

Job satisfaction could be defined as the level of contentment employees feel with their job. Job satisfaction of teachers could play a significant role in developing positive teaching styles that may facilitate and support meaningful teaching and learning processes (Parveen & Bano, 2019). Teachers with high level of job satisfaction are more likely to be eager to improve their teaching efforts and skills unlike those who are not. Job satisfaction of teachers plays an important role in students' learning, attitudes towards students' motivation, (Ainley & Carstens, 2018). Study has confirmed that work...

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AN ENHANCED FEDERATED LEARNING FRAMEWORK FOR PRIVACY-PRESERVING FACIAL EMOTION RECOGNITION.

Emotion recognition is the ability to determine the human emotions such as happiness, anger, sadness, surprise, and disgust through analysis of facial expressions, speech, text, and physiological signals aided by AI and ML, to train and classify these emotion requires a lot of sensitive data, hence the need for private and secure framework. The practical relevance of this privacy-preserving framework extends across several high-impact domains where emotional and behavioral data is both abundant and acutely sensitive. The first is healthcare and mental health monitoring, where wearables and smartphones can...

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ANTIBIOTIC-RESISTANT GENE PROFILING OF Vibrio AND Salmonella species ISOLATED FROM STOOLS OF DIARRHOEA PATIENTS IN SOME HOSPITALS IN BENIN METROPOLIS.

Diarrhea is a common problem worldwide and is strongly associated with the gut microbiota, including bacteria, fungi, and viruses. Generally, diarrheal patients or animals are characterized by gut microbiota dysbiosis, and pathogen infections may lead to diarrheal phenotypes (Li et al., 2021). It consists of the passage of watery and loose stools multiple times a day (usually more than 3), though specific definitions may vary when applied to distinct studies or populations According to the World Health Organization (WHO), Diarrheal disease is the third leading cause of death in children under 5 years old and is...

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