This study explores the role of Nigerian English in defraying tension within online social media interactions, focusing on humour, particularly satire, irony, wordplay, and the use of indigenous Nigerian languages on platforms like Twitter and Facebook. The research examines how humour functions as a coping mechanism, providing emotional relief and fostering social solidarity among Nigerians during politically charged discussions, socio-economic challenges, and national debates. Utilizing Relief Theory, Superiority Theory, and Socio-Cognitive Theory (Critical Discourse Analysis), the study analyzes humour strategies that help manage conflict and critique political systems. Data was gathered through purposive sampling of posts, comments, and memes, spanning from 2018 to 2025. The findings reveal that humour in Nigerian English, when combined with indigenous languages such as Yoruba, Igbo, and Pidgin, serves as a powerful tool for both emotional release and social bonding. This humour allows Nigerians to laugh at their political and socio-economic frustrations, asserting a sense of superiority over the political elite while promoting a collective identity. Additionally, the study underscores the psychological and social functions of humour as a discursive strategy for alleviating tension and fostering resilience. The research contributes to the understanding of Nigerian English as a dynamic linguistic tool in digital communication, offering new insights into the intersection of language, humour, and social solidarity in the context of Nigeria's socio-political landscape.

This study examined the effect of stress antecedents (workload, budget attainability, budget emphasis, role conflict, and leadership behaviour) on audit quality among auditors in Nigeria. A quantitative survey design was adopted, and data were collected from 120 auditors across audit firms in Nigeria using a structured questionnaire. The study employed descriptive statistics such as frequency, percentage, and mean to summarize respondents’ demographic characteristics and perceptions of the study variables. The study finds that auditors experience significant stress from heavy workloads, tight deadlines, and simultaneous client engagements. Budget attainability and leadership behaviour showed positive and significant effects on audit quality, indicating that realistic budgets and supportive leadership enhance audit performance. Conversely, workload, budget emphasis, and role conflict exhibited significant negative effects on audit quality. The regression model showed that the combined stress antecedents explained 50.7% of the variance in audit quality. The study recommends improved workload distribution, realistic budgeting, moderated emphasis on time budgets, reduced role conflict, and strengthened leadership practices.

Intestinal parasitic infections remain a significant public health problem among school-aged children in developing countries, where poor sanitation and inadequate hygiene promote transmission. This study aimed to determine the prevalence and distribution of intestinal parasites among primary school pupils in Ikpoba Hill, Benin City, Edo State. A descriptive cross- sectional survey was conducted among 167 children aged 5–14 years selected from public and private schools. Stool specimens were examined using direct wet mount (saline and Lugol’s iodine) and the formol-ether concentration method to identify protozoa and helminths. Socio- demographic data and hygiene practices were obtained through structured questionnaires, and results were analysed using descriptive and inferential statistics.Of the 167 stool samples examined, 50 were positive, giving an overall prevalence of 29.9%. Entamoeba coli was the most frequently detected parasite (60%), followed by Entamoeba histolytica (24%), while Ascaris lumbricoides and Trichuris trichiura accounted for 8% each. Infections were more common among children aged 6–10 years and among males, although these differences were not statistically significant (P= 0.726). The use of unimproved toilet facilities was the only factor significantly associated with infection (P=0.030).The moderate prevalence observed suggests that periodic deworming, improved sanitation, and hygiene education have reduced the burden compared with earlier reports from similar communities, but environmental contamination and unsafe water remain important risk factors. Strengthening school-based deworming, ensuring access to safe water, and promoting proper sanitation are recommended to sustain control and further reduce the transmission of intestinal parasites among schoolchildren in this setting.

This study was carried out to determine the genotoxic effects of varying treatments of non- alcoholic beverage industrial effluent on the expression of juvenile Clarias gariepinus genes. Tissue samples were extracted from juvenile C. gariepinus gills followed by RNA isolation, quantification and normalization of the isolated RNA, synthesis of complementary DNA, and agarose gel electrophoresis.

The supply of electricity is essential for supporting academic operations in universities, especially in a time when technology and digital education are indispensable to learning. This research investigates how electricity disruptions affect academic operations at the University of Benin, concentrating on students, faculty, and administrative personnel. Data were gathered through structured questionnaires. The results indicate that frequent power failures significantly disrupt lecture delivery, research efforts, access to online educational resources, and administrative activities. Students find it difficult to complete assignments and study efficiently, while instructors and researchers encounter difficulties in preparing course materials and conducting virtual learning. The research also underscores the coping strategies employed by stakeholders, such as dependence on generators, inverters, and alternative study options off-campus. Even with these adjustments, electricity interruptions continue to pose a significant challenge to academic productivity. The research suggests improving power infrastructure, investing in alternative energy resources, and strategic policies to reduce the adverse effects of electricity disconnections on academic activities.

This study investigates the effects of Dendropanax trifidus, a traditional medicinal plant, on kidney function and morphology in Wistar rats. The aim is to evaluate the potential nephroprotective and therapeutic properties of Dendropanax trifidus extract through a series of experimental assays. Wistar rats were divided into control and treatment groups, receiving varying doses of Dendropanax trifidus extract over a predetermined period. Biochemical analyses were conducted to assess kidney function, including serum levels of creatinine, urea and electrolytes. Histological examinations of kidney tissues were performed to evaluate morphological changes and structural integrity. Results demonstrated that administration of Dendropanax trifidus significantly improvedrenal function markers in a dose-dependent manner, suggesting its potential nephroprotective effects. Histological analysis revealed a reduction in tubular injury and preserved glomerular architecture in treated rats compared to controls. These findings indicate that Dendropanax trifidus may possess beneficial effects on kidney health, potential offering a natural therapeutic option for the management of renal disorders. Further studies are warranted to elucidate the underlying mechanisms of action and to explore possible clinical applications in nephrology

The aim of the study was to assess the knowledge of health effects of substance use amongst the youths in Ovia North East Local Government area. In view of this three research questions were raised to guide the study and various literature were reviewed in the study. The research design that is adopted for this study is descriptive survey design. This design is used in the study where the researcher does not have control of the variables and as such could not manipulate them because they had already occurred before the desire to conduct the research became evident. The population of the study consist of youths in Ovia North East Local Government area. The sample size for the study will be two hundred (200) youths in Ovia North East Local Government area. Convenience sampling technique was used to select to select the respondents in the study. The research instrument that was used for this study is a self-constructed Questionnaire. Data were analyzed using frequencies, percentages and mean statistics. Data generated were analyzed with the aid of Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) version 23.0. It was discovered that, in terms of knowledge of the health effects of substance use is high. However, the adequate knowledge regarding the health effects of substance use did not prevent them from quitting its use. Majority of the respondents know that headache, hand tremor , accident, disease of the lung and premature death are the physical effect of drug abuse. It shows that majority of the respondents have high knowledge of the physical health effects of drug abuse. Majority of the respondents know that emotional problem, increased aggression, inability to sleep, mental illness and poor concentration are the psychological health effects of drug abuse. Majority of the respondents know that alter family relationship, poor academic performance , unprotected premarital sex, make one violent and affect ones finance are the social health effects of drug abuse. Thus majority of the respondents have high knowledge of social health effects of drug abuse.Based on the conclusion of the study, the researcher recommended

This study examines teachers’ perceptions of the influence of computational thinking (CT) on Indigenous language learning in Nigeria. Computational thinking, recognized as a critical 21st-century skill, encompasses problem-solving processes such as abstraction, pattern recognition, decomposition, and algorithmic reasoning, and its integration into language education has been proposed as a means of enhancing learner engagement, comprehension, and creativity. However, the effectiveness of this integration depends largely on teachers’ readiness, attitudes, and the level of institutional support available, which prompted this study to specifically explore the perceived benefits and challenges of applying computational thinking in Indigenous language teaching, evaluate teachers’ level of ICT preparedness, and identify the support systems required for its effective implementation. The study, which was guided by research questions focusing on teachers’ perceptions of these benefits, the challenges encountered, their level of ICT competence, and the needed support systems, adopted a descriptive survey research design targeting Indigenous language teachers in secondary schools within Oredo Local Government Area of Edo State. Data were collected through a structured questionnaire designed to capture teachers’ perceptions, experiences, and competencies related to computational thinking and ICT usage, and the collected data were subsequently analyzed using mean scores and standard deviations to determine trends and patterns in responses. The findings revealed that computational thinking offers significant educational benefits, including improved learner engagement, enhanced vocabulary development, and strengthened problem-solving skills, though several challenges were also identified, such as limited training opportunities, inadequate ICT facilities, increased time required for lesson preparation, and concerns regarding the cultural relevance of digital learning activities. Furthermore, the study showed that although teachers possess basic ICT skills, many lack the confidence to implement innovative digital teaching strategies; therefore, the study concludes that computational thinking has strong potential to enhance Indigenous language learning when supported by adequate training, technological infrastructure, and enabling policies. Consequently, it recommends that educational authorities and policymakers provide targeted professional development, improve access to ICT resources, and promote collaboration among teachers, technology experts, and community stakeholders to ensure an effective and culturally responsive integration of computational thinking in language education.

This study assesses the knowledge of the assessment of school health facilities in Secondary Schools in Ovia North East LGA. Edo State. Five research questions were asked and answered during the study using frequencies and percentages. The survey research design was adopted for this study; this is because the data is collected from a sample population with specific characteristics. The population of the study comprised students from SS1 to SS3 in Secondary Schools in Ovia North East Local Government Area of Benin City, Edo State. Out of this population one hundred and fifty (150) sample was selected from the total population using randomly sampling technique and purposive sampling. The instrument used to collect data for the study was fifteen items self-structured questionnaire. The instrument for the data collection was personally administered by the researcher to the respondents. The researcher explained to the respondents how to indicate their views on each item. On the basis of the findings made in the study, it can be concluded that school health services in Ovia North East LGA are moderately available but insufficient to meet the comprehensive health needs of students. While some schools have made efforts to establish functional health rooms and organize preventive health programs, these services remain inconsistent, underfunded, and unevenly distributed. The researcher recommends that government should allocate more financial resources to support the establishment, maintenance, and upgrading of health facilities in public secondary schools. Also, the researcher recommends that both public and private schools should prioritize the construction and maintenance of standard health rooms equipped with necessary materials such as beds, thermometers, gloves, and basic medications.

This study investigated the presence of pathogenic and antibiotic-resistant bacteria in wastewater collected from selected environmental hotspots within Ikpoba-Okha Local Government Area, Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria. Wastewater samples were aseptically collected from Ramat Park and Ramat Market, sites characterized by intense commercial activity and poor sanitation. Samples were serially diluted and cultured on selective and differential media including MacConkey and EMB agar. Bacterial isolates were identified based on colony morphology, Gram staining, and biochemical tests. Total heterotrophic bacterial counts ranged from 3 × 10 4 to 9.2 × 10⁵ CFU/mL, indicating high microbial contamination. Predominant isolates included Escherichia coli, Pseudomonas species, and Klebsiella species, suggesting fecal pollution and environmental contamination. Antibiotic susceptibility testing revealed high resistance to β-lactam antibiotics (such as Augmentin, Ceftazidime, Ceftriaxone, and Cefuroxime), while isolates showed greater susceptibility to fluoroquinolones (such as Ofloxacin and Ciprofloxacin) and aminoglycosides (such as Gentamicin and Streptomycin). These findings indicate the presence of opportunistic pathogens and multidrugresistant bacteria in wastewater environments, posing potential public health risks. The study emphasizes the urgent need for improved wastewater management, environmental sanitation, and continuous microbial surveillance to prevent the spread of waterborne diseases and antimicrobial resistance within the community.