2024

Information and communication technology (ICT) is a vital tool that is now becoming inevitable in all spheres of life and human endeavors. Its relevance cannot be over-emphasized and the challenges it poses to human endeavors require research to stamp the authority. This research revealed the relevance, importance and the effects of ICT on accounting education students. It also reveals their prospects of becoming employable and having an edge over other students and improving their educational performance. Chapter one of this study gives a background of information and communication, the purpose of the study and research questions. Chapter two reviewed available tests, journals and online articles on information and communication technologies with emphasis on the importance of ICT on accounting education students. Chapter three deals with the methodology to be employed which were the simple arithmetic percentage and mean. Chapter four analyzed the data from the questionnaire using the mean analysis. The study concluded that the introduction of ICT has helped the accounting education students to access information easily: It has also enhanced their job prospects and their learning and academic performance. It has been established that ICT helps in all spheres of life. To this end, it was recommended that; (I) government should give more concentration to the aspect of ICT on accounting education. (II) Laboratories should be provided for the students to access the internet (III) There should be training and retraining of lecturers for them to be acquainted with the knowledge of ICT.

The study examined the influence of fostering the creativity of art in senior secondary school students in the Benin metropolis. Three research question were raised to guide this study and one hypothesis was formulated and tested at 0.05 level of significance. The study employed the descriptive survey research design. The population of this study, consists of seven thousand five hundred and fifty four secondary school students (7,554), from three different secondary schools across three different local government areas, a population of hundred students. The sample size of the study comprised of one hundred (100) senior school students. The instrument used for data collection of this study was a self-structured questionnaire titled, “Influence of fostering the creativity of art in senior school students in the Benin metropolis” (IACSSSQ). The questionnaire was segmented into two sections A and B. Section A measures the demographic variable of the respondent such as gender and class, while Section B, comprised twenty (20) item statements which were drawn from the research questions. The instrument for data collection was face validity by the researcher's supervisor. To establish the reliability of the instrument, copies of the instrument were administered randomly to twenty (20) senior school students. Who were not part of the study population. Thereafter Cronbach statistical tool was used to ascertain consistency. It yielded an alpha value of .771, hence the instrument was considered reliable. The data collected from the respondent, were analysed using mean (), Standard deviation (SD) and two sample independent t-test using statistical package for the social science (SPSS). The findings of the study revealed that art or artistic activities can be used to foster and increase creativity level in senior school students. With statistical backing that drawing and sketching activities, painting and color theory training increases creativity, the study also indicated that artistic skills can extend beyond art to create novel inventions that cut across different industries via virtual and augmented reality, graphic design, collaborating with professionals from other backgrounds such as engineers and business strategists on different projects. The study recommended the following among others Provision of art materials to students by school authorities to enhance their understanding of the subject and foster creativity, Design and maintain art classrooms and studios that are vibrant, and inspire creativity, including spaces for displaying student artwork. Organize art clubs, exhibitions, competitions, and field trips to galleries and museums to provide students with additional opportunities to engage with art outside the classroom and collaborating with local artists for workshops, guest lectures, and mentorship programs

The Purpose of this study was to assess the influence of generative artificial intelligence on business education students' academic performance, in university of benin, benin city, Edo state. The total population for this study is one hundred and twenty (120) Business Education students from 100 level to 400 level of the 2022/2023 set, from the department of vocational and Technical Education, Faculty of Education, University of Benin, Benin City and a sample size of One hundred and sixteen (116) was used, using the proportionate stratified random sampling techniques. Five research questions were raised to guide the study, with a 0.05 significant level. A descriptive survey design was adopted. A questionnaire containing thirty-three (33) items was the instrument used in obtaining responses from the respondents. The instrument was validated by experts, using the T-Retest method. Its reliability co-efficient was 0.89. The data collected were analyzed using frequency counts, mean and standard deviation, while independent sample T-test will be used to address the research Hypothesis. The analysis of the data revealed the current state of student's exposure and experience with artificial intelligence in the realm of education in improving business education student’s academic performance. The findings also underscore the awareness of business education students on various generative artificial intelligence and how it is being used to improve their academic performance. It was evident that AI has a substantial impact on various facets of business education students learning, including access to learning materials, customization of learning experience, collaboration, instant
feedback, and the development of critical thinking and problem solving skills. The study also identified some key challenges such as laziness, lack of originality, examination malpractices, overdependence on technology, the ability to reduce classroom attendance and developing Erosion of Human Creativity. This research underscores the potential of generative AI in education and highlights areas for improvement in addressing the challenges that arise with its implication. The following recommendations were made based on this finding; Authorities in Business Education department should recognize the challenges associated with the integration of AI in Business Education. Business Education department should invest in technical support and provision of materials needed for administering generative AI to business education students. Educators in business education department should receive trainings to adapt to new AI-based teaching methods, and a balance should be struck between traditional teaching and AI-based methods to ease the transition to harness the full potential of generative AI among business education students, Business Education department should focus on creating more customized learning platforms and environments. This involves developing AI-driven tools and platforms that cater to individual learning needs and preferences, ultimately a more personalized and effective learning experience for each student in business education.

This study was concerned with the adoption of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRSs) in Nigeria and specific stakeholders in the Nigerian financial landscape. This study adopted a cross-sectional survey design. The population consisted of 500 investors and accountants in Benin City and a sample size of 225 investors in publicly listed companies and accountants which was selected using convenience sampling techniques enabling easy gathering of primary data with minimal resources. The hypotheses were tested using analysis of variance (ANOVA). The findings from the study shows that the adoption of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRSs) has a significant impact on the quality of investment decision-making in the Nigerian financial landscape, that there is need for improvement in the roles played by regulatory bodies in the implementation of IFRSs in Nigerian financial landscape, and that the accounting profession and academia play a crucial role in developing competent accountants for the proper implementation of IFRSs in Nigerian financial landscape. Based on the findings, recommendations were made, such as formulation and enforcement of comprehensive regulations for IFRSs implementation by government regulatory agencies, the accounting profession should be primarily involved in development of accountants knowledgeable in IFRSs, and ensuring compliance with the IFRSs by the preparers of financial statements. This can enable Nigeria to leverage the full benefits of adopting and implementing international Financial Reporting Standards in Nigeria. The findings of this study also confirmed some previous studies.

The need to fight against corruption in Nigeria led to the promulgation or establishment of Corrupt Practices and other Related Offences Act, 2000. The Act wasthe first bill presented by President Olusegun Obasanjo to the National Assembly for consideration at the inception of the present democratic administration in 1999. It was passed and signed into law on the 13th of June, 2000. The Act establishes the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), which is the apex body saddled with the responsibility of fighting corruption and other related offences. In spite of the existence of the Anti-Graft Act, corruption in all spheres of our national existence is still on the increase. This inglorious monster of all embarrassment, which has eaten deep into the fabrics of our society, keeps exposing us to international odium and opprobrium. The established ICPC so far still has a lot to do in the aspect of corruption by the investigations carried out. The commission ahs come to be accepted by the populace and expectations on its activities are high. The commission is guided by the vision of fighting corruption to a 9 standstill and restoring Nigeria to the enviable standard of respectability and dignity within the Comity of Nations. The objective of this study therefore, is to look at the role of ICPC and to see how far this role has been performed. The views of scholars on this subject is reviewed in chapter two, wealsolook at the causes and effects of corruption in the same chapter. Chapter three looked at the stage of data presentation, interpretation and analysis, chi-square (X2) was employed for its effectiveness and near accuracy in social science research. This also followed the research design. It is, however, the findings of this work that corruption in Nigeria may have been encouraged by the level of poor education, poor salary among others that exist in the country. This project may now serve as a reference term to others who maybe doing similar corruption in Nigeria. The researcher recommends that: Workers should be well paid. , A worker’s pay should always reflect the socio-economic situation in the country and Education should be given priority in the government budget. If possible, free education to all levels should be introduced and enforced.

Brewers spent grain (BSG) is a by-product of the brewing industry that
contributes to a large volume of wastes. The lignocellulosic nature of this waste, together with presence of functional components such as antioxidants, represents an attractive for the composite industry. In this work the use of the
brewers spent grain was used to produce cellulose acetate membrane which was used for the treatment method of the brewery effluent (waste water). The results obtained for the BOD are 16.65mg/l(untreated), then first to fifth treatment as 13.7mg/l, 11.16mg/l, 8,37mg/l, 5.58mg/l and 3.14mg/l respetively. It was observed to have a R value of 0.999 which was an indication of viability of treatment process as also ascertained with the results from the COD, TSS, TDS and PH test analysis as shown in this project work

his study was carried out to examine teenage pregnancy and youth development in Oredo local government area, Edo State, Nigeria. It drew sample from the 533,300 population of Oredo local government area.. It made use of four objectives. A 100% response rate was obtained from the questionnaires that was administered. The survey method of data collection was applied in the study because it is only the method best suited for the collection of data from a sample of a chosen population of any study, which was applicable in the study. The findings from this study shows most of the respondents know what teenage pregnancy is, this is because they are victims of teenage pregnancy or know someone who is. The main cause of teenage pregnancy is lack of proper sex education to teenagers. This study shows that family background has a role to play in teenagers falling victims of teenage pregnancy however, it does not relegate the fact that victims of teenage pregnancy live unfulfilled lives. The study recommends that the government should encourage NGOs that advocate for women and children so that they will constantly sensitize the public on the right sex education. It also recommends that counselling centers and rehabilitation facilities should be made available for victims of teenage pregnancy.

Background: Pharmaceutical care is increasingly vital in community pharmacies, where
pharmacists play a key role in patient care. Healthcare reforms and legislative initiatives have driven the shift towards patient-centered care in community pharmacy. Evaluating current practices is crucial for enhancing patient outcomes and continuous assessment ensures alignment with evolving patient needs and standards. Objectives: To assess the current pharmaceutical care practices by community pharmacists and evaluate the extent of patient education practices conducted by study participants in their establishments. Methods: In a cross-sectional observational design to evaluate pharmaceutical care practices among community pharmacists in Benin City, a simple random sampling was employed to select 239 participants. Data was collected through a structured questionnaire and analyzed descriptively using Microsoft Excel 2016. Results: As much as 93.7% of community pharmacists in Benin City reported having a counseling section in their pharmacies. 95.0% actively involved patients in medication management. However, only 45.6% had access to electronic health records, and just 20.9% conducted medication reviews regularly. Concerningly, less than half (49.4%) felt very confident about their knowledge of pharmaceutical care principles. Despite these challenges, over 85% educated patients on the importance of adherence to drug therapy, showcasing their commitment to improving patient outcomes. However, only 54% always provided medication counseling, indicating potential gaps in patient education. Furthermore, while 91.2% felt adequately trained to identify and resolve medication-related problems, only 63.6% considered patients' preferences when providing pharmaceutical care.

The African Development Bank came into existence asa result of the pressing necessity to create a financial organization that would support the growth of several African
economic sectors. Development banks were specially created to fill the gaps when the African government realized that commercial banks which served as the country’s central bank were unable to deliver financial development services. The African Development Bank (AfDB) was founded in 1964 by the Organization of African Unity, which was preceded by the African Union. AfDB comprises of different entities: The African Development Bank, the African Development Fund, and the Nigeria Trust Fund. The AfDB’s mission is to fight poverty and improve living conditions on the continent through promoting the investment of public and private capital in projects and programs that contribute to the economic and social development of African countries. The AfDB was established in response to the need for more unity within the African continent after the end of the colonial period. A draft accord was submitted to top
African officials and then the conference of finance ministers on the establishment of the African development bank in Khartoum, Sudan from July 31 to August 4, 1963. The agreement was signed between 23 African governments on August 4, 1963, and came into force on September10, 1964. The inaugural meeting of the board of governors of the bank was held from November4 to 7, 1964, in Lagos, Nigeria. The banks headquarter opened Abidjan, Ivory Coast in March1965,and its operations commenced on July1, 1969.

Anemia is a medical condition in which the concentration of circulating red blood cells is less than 13g/dL for males and 12g/dL for female adults. The leaves of Dennettia tripetala (DT) and Cola acuminata (CA) have been used to manage anemiain adults and children by herbal practitioners. This study compared the anti-anemic effects of Dennettia tripetala and Cola acuminata methanol leaf extracts on phenylhydrazine (PHZ)-induced hemolytic anemia in albino Wistar rats. The study was divided into four phases. In Phase I, nutritional and mineral
composition, qualitative and quantitative phytochemical content, In vitro antioxidant capacity, High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) and Gas Chromatography Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) were carried out in accordance with standard methods. In Phase II, acute and subacute toxicity of each extract was determined. In Phase III, the effect of each extract on biochemical parameters for kidney, liver and splenic functions were ascertained. Histology of bone marrow, kidney, liver and spleen and hematological parameters were also determined. In Phase IV, quantitative polymerase chain reaction (qPCR) for mRNA expression levels of IREG, HO-1, DMT-IRE and TFR1 genes in the liver and spleen was determined. Proximate analysis reveal that both leaf extracts contain substantial amounts of proteins, lipids, carbohydrates, fibre and ash, with low moisture content. Minerals present are phosphorus, calcium, sodium, iron, magnesium, zinc, and potassium. Qualitative phytochemical and HPLC analysis reveal appreciable amounts of cardiac glycosides, saponins, alkaloids, terpenoids, coumarins, tannins, phenols, amino acids, and reducing sugars. Steroids were sparingly present, while flavonoids were abundant. GC-MS analysis showed the presence of terpenoids, hydrocarbons and fatty acids. Invitro anti-oxidant analysis indicates that CA scavenged DPPH radical better thanDT. However, DT had a higher total antioxidant capacity than CA. Acute toxicity studies show that both extracts had LD50 values >5,000 mg/kg body weight, with no mortality. Sub-acute toxicity revealed modulation of biochemical and hematological parameters. The effective dose of DT and CA against PHZ toxicity were 1,500 and 500mg/kg body weight, respectively. Administration of DT and CA resulted in significant (p<0.05) improvement of antioxidant status, biochemical indices and hematological parameters when compared with the negative control.