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This study examined the impact of youth unemployment on the security and safety of Egor Local Government Area. The study sought to investigate how the high rate of youth unemployment influences insecurity and affects the safety of lives and property within the community. In order to achieve the objectives of the study, four research questions were formulated to guide the research. The design for the study consisted of youths in Egor Local Government Area. A total of fifty (50) questionnaires were administered using a simple random sampling technique to ensure fair representation of respondents within the study area. The research instrument used for data collection was a structured questionnaire designed by the researcher and titled “Impact of Youth Unemployment on Security and Safety Questionnaire in Egor Local Government Aera.” The instrument was validated by experts to ensure its reliability and suitability for the study. The findings of the study among others revealed that youth unemployment significantly contributes to insecurity in Egor Local Government Area, leading to increased cases of crime and threats to the safety of lives and property. The study concluded that addressing youth unemployment through job creation, skill acquisition programmes, and government intervention can help improve security and enhance the overall safety of the community. Appropriate recommendations were therefore made based on the findings

This study examines the reign of Oba Akenzua II of the Benin Kingdom from 1933 to 1978, analyzing the complex dynamics of power, conflict, and governance during a transformative era in Nigerian history. The forty-five-year reign of Oba Akenzua II spanned critical historical epochs, including British colonial rule, the nationalist struggle for independence, and the turbulent post-independence military and civilian regimes. Utilizing a qualitative historical research methodology, this study relies on a triangulation of primary sources—including colonial administrative records, national archives, contemporary newspaper accounts, and oral testimonies—alongside secondary historical literature. The findings reveal that Oba Akenzua II’s tenure was marked by a continuous negotiation of authority between traditional monarchy and evolving modern state structures. The study critically analyzes key conflicts that defined his reign, most notably the fiscal and political crisis involving the Benin Taxpayers’ Association (BTA) in the 1930s and 1940s, which challenged the financial autonomy of the palace. Furthermore, the analysis highlights the Oba’s strategic navigation of the Native Authority system, his pivotal role in the creation of the Mid-Western Region in 1963, and his adaptability in preserving the cultural sanctity and political relevance of the Benin monarchy amid Western secularization and partisan politics. Ultimately, this study demonstrates that governance under Oba Akenzua II was not a passive survival of an ancient institution, but an active, dynamic recalibration of traditional power that successfully insulated the Benin stool from total political obsolescence in modern Nigeria.

This study investigates the influence of reading culture and ICT skills on library patronage among undergraduates in academic libraries. The purpose of the study is to determine how students’interest in reading, their level of information and communication technology (ICT) competence, and the availability of digital library resources contribute to their frequency and pattern of library use. A descriptive survey design was adopted, and data were collected using a structured questionnaire administered to undergraduate students in [Name of Institution or Faculty]. The data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Findings revealed that students with a positive reading culture tend to visit the library more frequently and make greater use of both print and electronic resources. The study also showed that ICT skills significantly enhance students’ ability to navigate online catalogues, access digital materials, and utilize electronic databases, thereby increasing overall library patronage. Furthermore, the availability of ICT facilities and user-friendly technologies within the library was found to positively influence students’ willingness to engage with library services. The study concludes that reading culture and ICT competency are critical determinants of effective library use among undergraduates. It recommends that academic libraries should strengthen reading promotion programs, provide continuous ICT training for students, and improve access to digital resources and technologies to enhance patronage and maximize library relevance in the digital age

The web based brochure system for tailoring is a web based system application designed for the tailor’s shop. This project is aimed to automate the tailor’s shop which is manually maintained. After the automation this will mean, better services and good keeping of records, data integrity, data security, quick search and also paperless environment. The project has mainly tackled management of information for the customers and in decision making. Every user of the system will have to log into the system using username and password so that security and authentication will be ensured. Once logged in, a customer can make and order. The system administrator is able to manage customer information and also update records.

The study examined the topic “Audience Perception of the Use of Artificial Intelligence in Planning, Creating, and Disseminating Advertisements.” The objectives of the study were to examine the level of audience awareness of AI use in advertising, ascertain the impact of AI in advertising processes, and identify the challenges encountered in its adoption. The study was anchored on Mediamorphosis Theory and Technological Determinism Theory. A survey research design was employed, using a questionnaire to collect responses from a sample size of 302 participants. Findings revealed that the audience demonstrated a high level of awareness regarding the use of artificial intelligence in the advertising process. The study further showed that although AI has made a significant positive impact on advertising, there is a need to improve AI tools so that AI-assisted advertisements are more accurate, engaging, and less robotic. Additionally, concerns were raised about excessive consumer manipulation, lack of human creativity, as well as privacy and data security issues. Based on these findings, the study recommended that advertisers should integrate human creativity with AI capabilities to produce advertisements that are emotionally engaging, contextually relevant, and authentic. Furthermore, clear guidelines should be established to protect consumer data used in AI-driven advertising, with advertisers and technology developers ensuring transparency in how such data is collected, stored, and utilized to foster consumer trust and uphold ethical standards. Finally, the study recommended the development of industry-wide regulations and ethical frameworks to prevent the misuse of AI in manipulating consumer behaviour. Advertisers should adopt responsible AI policies that prioritize user consent, fairness, and respect for consumer autonomy

This study investigated UNIBEN Mass Communication students’ attitudes towards broadcast media reportage on the NELFUND loan policy with the objectives of assessing their level of exposure to these reports, examining their perception of report credibility, determining their attitudes towards the coverage, and identifying the factors influencing these attitudes. Anchored on the Theory of Planned Behaviour and Expectancy Theory, the study adopted a survey research design utilizing a stratified sampling technique, which resulted in the successful retrieval and analysis of 255 copies of a structured questionnaire using mean scores against a 2.50 criterion mean. The findings revealed that the students are highly exposed to the coverage through television news, radio updates, and special programmes explaining the application process, and they generally perceive the reportage as credible, accurate, and reliable, maintaining a high level of trust in broadcast media as a source for government loan information. Furthermore, the results indicated that the students hold a positive attitude towards the coverage because it successfully encourages engagement, awareness, and information sharing, with their attitudes being significantly influenced by factors such as media presentation, clarity, accuracy, the responsiveness of NELFUND officials, and motivational framing. The study concluded that broadcast media play a significant role in shaping students’ awareness, perception, and attitudes towards the NELFUND loan policy by serving as an effective channel for public engagement, and it consequently recommended that broadcast stations provide regular, clear, and balanced programming using audience-friendly strategies, that NELFUND officials respond promptly to media enquiries, and that media literacy programmes be introduced to help students critically evaluate media content.

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.

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.

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