2024

This study investigates the dimensionless pressure and pressure derivative responses of a horizontal well within a reservoir characterized by inclined impermeable boundaries. Horizontal wells have gained prominence in recent years due to their potential to enhance hydrocarbon recovery from unconventional reservoirs. However, their behavior in reservoirs with nonconventional boundaries remains less understood. In this research, we employ analytical and numerical techniques to model the pressure and pressure derivative responses of a horizontal well situated in such a reservoir. By utilizing dimensionless
analysis, we aim to generalize the findings across various reservoir conditions and well geometries. The influence of inclined impermeable boundaries on well performance is examined, considering
factors such as boundary angle, reservoir anisotropy, and wellbore inclination. Through comprehensive simulations and sensitivity analyses, key insights into the behavior of horizontal wells in reservoirs with inclined impermeable boundaries are elucidated. The derived
dimensionless pressure and pressure derivative solutions provide valuable tools for reservoir
engineers to optimize well design and production strategies in such challenging environments. This study contributes to a deeper understanding of the complex interactions between wellbore
geometry, reservoir boundaries, and fluid flow dynamics, paving the way for more efficient exploitation of hydrocarbon resources in unconventional reservoirs.

Drug misuse is a worldwide epidemic, particularly among young people. A growing number of Nigerian youth are becoming addicted to drugs at the same time as their country is moving from being a drug-using to a drug-producing nation. This study used a Descriptive quantitative design from Nigeria - National Survey on Drug Use and Health 2016-2017. Data were analysed using univariate analysis in form of frequency distribution and multivariate analysis using ordered logistic regression model. The result shows highest substance misuse among youths was Cannabis whereby 91.4% commonly use it, followed by those abusing painkiller (83.26%) and alcohol (78.4%). The results of the ordered logistics regression analysis shows that there is significant relationship between type of occupancy rent, where youth seek medical attention, access to health care facility in the past 12 months, drug counselling centre and substance abuse among youth in Nigeria at p-value less-than0.05significant level. Drug usage has a variety of negative effects on society, including crime, injury, marital instability, and societal violence; nevertheless, this study found that female participants were more likely to use cannabis, alcohol, and painkillers. Drug abuse risk factors identified in this analysis include youths' access to health care facilities within the previous 12 months and drug counselling centres like private hospitals, psychiatric hospitals, and other government hospitals; youths' type of occupancy rent; and youths' locations of drug treatment providers, such as pharmacies and patent medicine vendors. The study ascertained the needs for government to set up rehabilitation counselling centres and hospitals where they do not already exist, and to strengthen their capabilities in such locations. make concerted efforts to train professional health care practitioners or counsellors who would manage drug abuse situations, and it should also encourage the construction of private specialist centres. Further findings should investigate the role that government hospitals like federal, state, and municipal levels play in the waron drug.

The demand for sustainable and eco-friendly materials in the construction and furniture industries has led to a growing interest in composite materials derived from natural fibres. Bamboo and coir fibres, in particular have shown significant potential due to their renewable nature, low cost, and good mechanical and physical properties.
Fresh bamboo culms were processed and delignified using 0.1M sodium hydroxide solution. Powdered fibre was produced from the delignified and dried bamboo. Experimental composite samples were produced from the bamboo fibre combined with coir fibre and epoxy matrix. A mixture experimental design with three variables serving as mixture components was adopted in the study to plan the experiments and optimize the operating conditions (that is factor levels
of the input variable) of the produced composite with respect to the predicted response parameters. Models were formulated to predict tensile stress, modulus of elasticity, thickness swelling and water absorption. From the results obtained, the optimum percentage mixture of the composite produced were 42.2%bamboo fibre, 35% epoxy and 22.8% coir fibre. With this mix, the values of tensile stress, modulus of elasticity, thickness swelling and water absorption for the composite
produced were obtained as 1.068MPa, 694.450MPa, 1.850% and 20.800% respectively. The composite possessed an overall desirable mechanical and physical properties and it is therefore recommended for deployment.

This study examines the impact of unemployment on economic growth in Nigeria. The study adopted The study adopted the expo facto research design to source aggregate data from Central Bank of Nigeria CBN statistical bulletin from 1995 to 2022. The data was analysed using the Johansen co-integration test, serial correlation tests, Ramsey test, Unit Root Test ADF, and the Error Correction Mechanism ECM. The result showed that unemployment has positive impact on economic growth. The study recommended that deliberate and conscious ef ort should be given to the planning process through which the nation's expenditure will be carried out through. Therefore, planning and budgeting should be done on time and handled by professionals. It's also advised that some key sectors like the health sector, education sector and industrial sector. This will help the economy in becoming diversified and boost economic growth and development. Corruption had also been a major hindrance to efficient employment practices like government expenditure. Therefore, any possible means to ameliorate corruption should be taken

This study seeks to examine the knowledge of cervical cancer among female students in the faculty of education, University of Benin. Five research questions were raised to guide this study. The descriptive research design was adopted for this study and random sampling technique was used to select 148 (one hundred and forty-eight) female students in the faculty of education, University of Benin. Data was collected from the 148 respondents using a closed ended questionnaire with twenty (20) items. The data collected was analyzed and interpreted using simple frequencies, percentage. Based on the data collected and analyzed, it was revealed that the respondents had inadequate knowledge about the causes and symptoms of cervical cancer, high level of
knowledge about the preventive methods of cervical cancer and a low knowledge about the screening methods of cervical cancer. It was recommended that Intervention programs aimed at improving knowledge and attitudes towards cervical cancer screening among female students should be provided to improve knowledge about cervical cancer across the country. It was recommended that there should be sensitization of health care providers on issues related to cervical cancer screening and encourage them to have conversations with female students and provide information to help them to screen

Mental Health” provides a comprehensive analysis of the pivotal role of school social workers in enhancing student mental health. The study was conducted across various educational settings, employing a random sampling technique to select a representative sample from different schools. The primary data collection tool was a questionnaire, supplemented by a thorough review of relevant literature and documents. Significant findings emerged from the study, highlighting the crucial role of school social workers in fostering mental health support for students. It was found that school social workers significantly impact students’ mental, behavioral, and academic outcomes. The study recommended that school social workers should collaborate with school administrators and community agencies to create a supportive school climate. The study emphasized the importance of ongoing professional development for school social workers, suggesting that regular training and support could enhance their ability to effectively support students. The findings also underscored the need for schools to prioritize mental health
and wellbeing, recognizing that students’ academic success is closely linked to their mental health. In conclusion, the research highlighted the importance of a holistic approach to student mental health, emphasizing that school social workers play a key role in connecting students and their families with a range of services and supports. The research also underscored the importance of collaboration between schools and community agencies, suggesting that such partnerships can enhance the comprehensiveness and effectiveness of mental health supports. Keywords: School Social Workers, Student Mental Health, Supportive School Climate, Mental Health Interventions, Professional Development

The study investigated school effectiveness and academic performance in secondary schools in Ovia-North East Local Government Area of Edo State. The study adopted a descriptive survey design. The population of the study comprised of 500 teachers from 27 secondary schools in Ovia North East Local Government Area of Edo State. The sample for the study was one hundred and fifty(150)teachers from 8 secondary schools in Ovia North East Local Government Area of Edo State, representing 30% of the total population. The instrument used for data collection was a self-structured questionnaire titled “"School Effective Questionnaire (SEQ)" and the other were titled "Academic Performance Questionnaire (APQ)". The descriptived at a such as mean and standard deviation were used to answer the research questions 1and2while Pearson's and fisher's Z test statistics were used to test the hypothesis. The findings from this study show that there is a significance influence of school effectiveness in student academic performance in secondary schools in Ovia North East Local Government Area of Edo State.

This study seeks to investigate the knowledge, attitude and practice of female staff in Egor local government Secretariat, Benin City, Edo state. Three research questions were raised to guide this study. The descriptive research design was adopted for this study and the simple random sampling technique was used to select 124 (one hundred and twenty-four) male staff in Egor local
government secretariat Data was collected from the 124 respondents using a closed ended questionnaire with eighteen (18) items. The data collected was analyzed and interpreted using simple frequencies, percentage, mean and standard deviation.
Based on the data collected and analyzed, it was discovered that female staff in Egor local government secretariat have low knowledge of emergency contraceptive pills, positive attitudes towards emergency contraceptive pills and also practice and make use of emergency contraceptive pills but they were not satisfied using it. Also, from the data collected and analyzed, it is observed that factors such as affordability, availability, cultural and religious unacceptable. Age, husband's education, socioeconomic status, and family status female staff's knowledge, attitude and practice of emergency contraceptive pills. It was recommended that Intervention programs aimed at improving knowledge and attitudes towards emergency contraceptive pills among men should be designed to reinforce emergency contraceptive pills usage and practices across the country. It was recommended that there should be educational campaigns, accessible resources, training and sensitization of health care providers on issues related to emergency contraception and encourage them to have conversations with their female clients and provide information and effectively counsel females on their use, benefits, and risks

Sida acuta commonly known as wire weed possesses several therapeutic properties that can be recognized in traditional medicine. Sida acuta has been found to contain several photochemical (flavonoids, tannins, steroids), antioxidant and antidiabetic properties. The aim of this study was to determine the in vitro antidiabetic activities of the aqueous extract of Sida acuta on α-amylase and α-glucosidase enzyme. In this study, the result on the α-amylase assay shows that the standard (acarbose) has better in vitro antidiabetic properties on α-amylase enzyme by inhibiting α-amylase at IC50 of 29997.9µg/ml when compared to the inhibitory properties of the aqueous Sida acuta
extract which had an IC50 of 42966.9µg/ml. The result obtained from the α-glucosidase assay
showed that the IC50 of the standard (acarbose) had better in vitro antidiabetic properties on the αglucosidase enzyme by inhibiting α-glucosidase at an IC50 of 10120.52µg/ml when compared to
that of the extract (IC50 of 14333.29µg/ml). In conclusion the extract displayed its medicinal properties by inhibiting α-amylase and α-glucosidase enzyme and could be used as a possible anti
diabetic therapeutic agent.

This research is focused on the Assessment of the factors influencing economic migration among Edo State youths. This study will examine the major factors and influence of migration. It also identified the challenges faced by Edo state deportees/returnees and the efficacy of social work intervention as well as potential ways in which social workers through them an date of social work can play a pivotal role in responding to these issues. The study through the data collected found out that diverse factors which from economic related to social factors such as household and peer pressure, including the growing impact of globalization on the Nigeria youth and strict immigration control by developed countries contribute as motivating factors and drivers of migration in Edo state. The results of the analysis shows that poverty, unemployment, influence of migrants' social networks, globalization and the problem of "get rich quick syndrome" as major factors of international migration. However, strategies and interventions, by way of an integrated approach, have been highlighted to combat it.