2024

This research studied the role of local government administration on rural agriculture and health development in Delta central senatorial district, Delta State, Nigeria. The specific objectives are to; ascertain the extent local government have ensured rural development; identify the programmes and projects put in place by local government for rural development; and to identify the constraints hindering local government towards rural agriculture and health development in the study area. A multi-staged sampling technique was adopted in the selection of respondents in the study. Data for the study were obtained from both primary and secondary sources. Primary data were obtained through the use of a structured questionnaire administered to eighty (80) selected respondents in the study area through interview schedule. Data obtained were measured and analyzed using descriptive statistics while the hypothesis testing was analyzed using Pearson’s Product Moment Correlation (PPMC). Result showed that over 63.7% of the sampled respondents consist of an aging population whose age ranges from fifty-one (51) and above while majority (73.3% and 93.7%) of the sampled respondents are female and married respectively. About 39% of the sampled respondents had no formal education, while 61.2% had at least primary education. The sampled respondents had an average household and family size of five (5) and seven (7) respectively- an indication that family members remain the primary source of labour. Furthermore, respondents indicated significant satisfaction with local government health development programmes- construction of healthcare facilities, supply of medicine and vaccines, address health workers shortage and improved health care accessibility and dissatisfaction with all agriculture development programmes put in place by local government administration in the study area. Result of Pearson’s Product Moment Correlation (PPMC) showed significant relationship between selected socio-economic 9 characteristics and respondents’ satisfaction with local government administration on rural agriculture and health development programmes at 5% and 1% level of probability

The study examined workplace humor and employee job satisfaction among academic staff of the University of Benin, Benin City, Edo state, Nigeria. The study specifically sought to ascertain the extent to which workplace humor impacts on the level of job satisfaction among employees. The study adopted a survey research design with questionnaire as the research instrument tailored towards the study objectives. The study sampled 257 respondents randomly drawn from a population of 1,896 academic staff of the University of Benin. Data gathered for the study was analyzed using descriptive statistics and the linear regression model to ascertain the causal relationship between the variable via SPSS 28.0. Findings obtained from the analysis showed among other things, a low level of workplace humor, and a low level of job satisfaction among the respondents. The regression analysis showed a lack of significant relationship between workplace humor and job satisfaction among the staff. Hence, the study concluded that workplace humor, though vital in maintaining social relations among employees; is majorly focused on the informal aspects of work which do not impact on employees satisfaction, performance or productivity.

The ubiquity of digital technology and the integration of computing and communication devices have bridged geographical distances and facilitated global connectivity. it’s amazing how we can now interact with people from different parts of the world with just a few clicks and taps. In less than 5 decades, the internet has expanded dramatically.transforming the way we communicate, acquire information and run businesses. it’s really fascinating how the internet has evolved and become an integral part of our lives.it has transitioned from a novelty to a crucial component that we rely on daily. Data 1estimates that the total number of internet users at the end of 2023 was around 5.3 billion, which amounted to 65.7 percent of the global population, of this total, 4.95 billion, or 61.4 percent of the world's population, were social media users While the technological advancement has brought myriads of advantages and improvements to various aspects of our lives.there’s also a downside to these development: an unfortunate increase in criminal activities.As opportunities arise so does the potential for crime; almost every stride is accompanied by an opportunity for criminals to exploit. Starting from the emergence of viruses, worms, and other malicious software in the 1980s and 1990s, the 2000s witnessed a surge in identity theft, online scams, and financial fraud

Infrastructural Facilities in public institutions in Nigeria are Inadequately maintained and few that are maintained are allowed to Deteriorate completely without any sustainable maintenance plan or strategy This study aims at evaluating the maintenance culture on institutional buildings in buildings in Nigeria particular focus will be on University of Benin junior staff Quarters; to know their current state and maintenance performed on these buildings, particularly from occupiers perspective and hopefully with the view of addressing the maintenance needs of the building, identifying the Element of the Junior Staff Quarters that Needs the most repairs , examining the factors contributing to the deterioration of the Junior staff quarters and identifying the strategies for improving the maintenance of the junior staff quarters. The data for this study was collected using a structured questionnaire and personal observation. The purposive technique will be utilised in this study. This sampling technique is considered appropriate for this research given that it will allow the researcher to focus on a specific group of people and area of interest to gather in-depth data on the research topic.

Periwinkles are small edible snails commonly available for sale in the southern part of Nigeria. The increasing awareness that periwinkle is highly proteinous, one of the cheapest sources of protein and help for body and mental development as increased the demand in different country. The study investigated the effect of oven – drying and smoke – drying methods on the proximate composition of periwinkle (Tympanotonus fuscatus) preserved in natural agents. 50g of periwinkle were measured for each drying method and preserved with salt, lime, lemon and alum within 24 hours. Each sample were dried at about 55 oc – 70 oc. The samples were labelled T1 -T13 including the fresh sample. T5 retained the least moisture (p<0.05) and had the highest fat content, fibre content and ash content (p<0.05). There was a substantial difference between (p<0.05) the crude protein and carbohydrate contents of the preserved samples using the different drying processes. T5 had more excellent qualities compared to the others and should be the recommended drying procedure for retaining excellent qualities

In the ever-evolving landscape of financial technology (Fintech), Nigeria has witnessed significant changes in traditional accounting practices over the past two decades (Arner, 2015). From the early 2000s to the present day, Fintech has reshaped the roles of accounting professionals, transformed organizational structures, and influenced regulatory frameworks. In this article, we delve into the fascinating journey of Fintech’s integration into Nigeria’s financial processes. Financial Technology (FinTech) is a term used to describe new technology that seeks to improve and automate the delivery and use of financial services. The term FinTech can be traced back to the early 1990s (Arner, 2015). In recent years, the financial landscape has undergone a profound transformation, driven by the rapid evolution of Financial Technology, commonly known as Fintech. This study delves into the dynamic interplay between Fintech innovations and the established practices of accounting within the Nigerian context, seeking to understand the implications of this digital revolution. Nigeria, with its vibrant economy and burgeoning technological ecosystem, stands at the forefront of Fintech adoption in Africa

This study investigates the relationships between economic growth, government expenditure, and interest rates in Nigeria, employing various statistical methods. The research aims to provide actionable insights into the interactions between these crucial macroeconomic variables and their implications for policymaking. The theoretical foundation draws from Wagner's Law and the Keynesian Framework, which offer contrasting perspectives on whether government expenditure is a cause or effect of economic growth. Using data from the Central Bank of Nigeria and the World Bank, the study employs the Augmented Dickey- Fuller (ADF) unit root test to assess stationarity, the Granger causality test to examine causal relationships, and Ordinary Least Squares (OLS) regression to analyze the effects of interest rates and government expenditure on Gross Domestic Product (GDP). The findings confirm the applicability of Wagner's Law in the Nigerian context, indicating that economic growth granger-causes government spending. Furthermore, the analysis reveals a positive relationship between interest rates, government expenditure, and GDP, although the results are not statistically significant. The study highlights the importance of interest rates as a policy instrument for influencing economic performance and attracting foreign investment. To enhance the statistical robustness of the analysis, the study incorporates the Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) table, demonstrating its effectiveness in x evaluating and improving the performance of regression models. The research culminates in actionable recommendations for policymakers, emphasizing the need for strategic fiscal policies, careful interest rate management, and targeted investments in sectors that foster economic growth. Overall, this study contributes to the understanding of the intricate dynamics between economic growth, government expenditure, and interest rates in Nigeria, providing valuable insights for policymakers and researchers alike.

This study undertakes a comprehensive review of existing literature to examine the historical roots of Christianity in Nigeria and its evolving engagement with issues of justice, equality, and development. Employing qualitative research methods, including interviews and case studies, the study evaluates the role of Christian organizations, churches, and religious leaders in advancing social justice within the Nigerian context. It further explores the challenges and opportunities faced by the Christian community in addressing systemic injustices, religious conflicts, and complex political dynamics. The findings aim to enhance understanding of the multifaceted relationship between Christianity and social justice in Nigeria, while offering insights into strategies for promoting inclusive and equitable societal transformation.

This study investigated the Impact of Nutrition on Muscle Recovery and Performance of University of Benin Athletes. The study adopted the descriptive research design. The population of the study consists of 12o students athletes of the University of Benin. A survey was conducted among 36 participants, 9 football athletes, 6 basketball athletes, 6 volleyball athletes, 3 handball athletes, 6 athletics athletes, 3 swimming athletes and 3 hockey athletes. The sampling technique applied was the fish bowl method of the simple random sampling. The participants filled a self-structured questionnaire which was validated by experts in the department of Human Kinetics and Sports Science, and was the research instrument administered by the researcher. The data was analyzed using the using frequency percentage and the mean and standard deviation. The study was able to find out the Impact of Nutrition on muscle recovery in athletes, how nutritional status impact performance in various sports, the differences in the nutritional needs of male and female athletes. The study also found out that personalized nutrition plans enhance performance and improve injury and that hydration influences performance of athletes during training activities and competition. The study recommended therefore that athletes should pay attention to their nutritional needs to know what works best for them, athletes should incorporate meals such as sport snacks during trainings and competition to help in better performance and quick muscle recovery, athletes should be educated on what type of meals to take before, during and after training activities for quick muscle recovery and during competitions, water, energy drinks, sport water should be readily available for athletes during competition to keep them hydrated at all times during the period of the competition to reduce fatigue and enhance performa

This study focuses on music as a vehicle for societal change within Nigeriansociety. Under the lens of the Marxist theory, the research aims to unravel the different societal ills plaguing Nigerians, brought to light through some selected songs of FalzandTimaya, and how these artists try to cultivate a culture of resistance and hard workamongNigerians. The research emphasizes the importance of awareness concerning the different societal ills plaguing the people, and it also highlights the need to adopt resistanceandhard work in the pursuit of social change. It does this by employing the qualitativemethod of data analysis which involves the critical analysis of some selected songsofFalz and Timaya. These songs serve as a mirror, reflecting the artists' provokingnarratives which explore the oppression and exploitation in Nigeria. The workrevealsthat through their songs, the artists communicate important information; the onlypathtosocietal regeneration is resistance and hard work. By highlighting the artists' contributionto societal change, in alignment with Marxist principles, this research aims to cultivatethe spirit of resistance and hard work in the minds of Nigerians for societal regeneration.