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The study sought to investigate the implications of using mass media as a medium for promoting and preserving Nigeria’s cultural values in Oredo LGA, Edo State. Four research questions were raised to guide the study. The descriptive survey method was utilized for the study. The population of the study comprised residents of Oredo Local
Government Area in Edo State, Nigeria. A total of 150 respondents constituted the sample of the study. The research instrument was titled "Implications of Using Mass Media as a Medium for Promoting and Preserving Nigeria’s Cultural Values in Oredo LGA, Edo State." The data collected were analyzed using descriptive statistics. The descriptive analysis involved frequency count and mean score. A criterion mean of 2.50 was set as the benchmark for decision making. It was found that television programs have a significant impact on the promotion and preservation of cultural values among the residents. It was also revealed that radio broadcasts contribute positively to cultural awareness and preservation efforts. Furthermore, the study indicated that social media platforms are effective in engaging the younger population in cultural preservation activities. The study concluded that mass media plays a crucial role in promoting and preserving Nigeria’s cultural values in Oredo LGA, Edo State. Based on the findings and conclusion of the study, it was recommended, among others, that cultural programs should be integrated into regular media content, and there should be increased collaboration between media houses and cultural organizations to create engaging content
that highlights Nigeria’s rich cultural heritage

Botanical insecticides may serve as suitable alternatives to synthetics in future, as the yare relatively safe and readily available in many parts of the world. This study investigated the efficacy of Chrysophyllum albidum extracts (Leaf and Bark stem) on Culex species larvae. The extracts were tested on laboratory bred Culex sp. larvae at different concentrations (500, 750and1000ppm) at 24, 48 and 72 hrs. Data was analyzed statistically using Analysis of Variance(ANOVA). Increasing mortalities was observed with increase in concentration and time of exposure. Highest mortalities of Chrysophyllum albidum bark per exposure time were observed in larvae exposed to highest test concentration of 1000 ppm (24 h = 3.3%; 48 h = 10.0%; 72h=13%). Highest mortalities of C. albidum leaf per exposure time were observed in larvae exposed to highest test concentration of 1000 ppm (24 h = 10%; 48 h = 16.7 %; 72 h = 23.3%). LC50andLC90 values at 72 hrs were 6332.262 ppm and 58278.321 ppm respectively for Chrysophyllum albidum bark, 4672.394 ppm and 46866.555 for the leaf and 4265.617ppmand 42292.050forboth the leaf and bark. The phytochemicals screening of ethanoic extract of Chrysophyllumalbidum from both the leaves and bark revealed the presence of carbohydrate, saponins, tannins, phenol, steroid and alkaloids in Chrysophyllum albidum and the absence of phenol in leaves. The findings of the present investigation revealed that the leaf extract of Chrysophyllum albidum showed larvicidal activity against Culex sp. Chemicals derived from plants offer promise in future mosquito control

Meat is a nutritive-rich food that contributes vital protein, vitamins and minerals to higher bioavailability than other food sources thereby making it a suitable medium for the growth of microorganisms which serve as a great source of meat contamination and food borne disease. Among the various microorganism that are implicated with meat contamination, staphylococcus aureus is one of the most prevalent as it a natural floral in skin and nasal cavity of humans and animal. Due to the unhygienic practices from meat handlers, from the abattoirs to the market places and also vehicles which are in most cases unclean and unfit
to convey meat and meat products. This study was conducted to access staphylococcus aureus from raw beef sold in open markets in Benin city, Edo state, Nigeria. A total amounts of 45 samples were collected from the meat, tables and knives. Where the meat samples were collected into a sterile container and the table top and knife sample were collected using a sterile swabs. From 5 different markets in benin city, 26 S. aureus isolates were obtained and subjected to antimicrobial susceptibility test using the Kirby-bauer disc diffusion method . The result of the prevalence staphylococcus aureus from the meat,table ans knife sample
were [2/15 (13.3%)], [12/15 (80%)] and [12/15 (80%)] respectively. Having Gentamycin (n=5, 100%) the most effective antimicrobial where all isolates were susceptible to it. Followed by Erythromycin and Nitrofurantoin (n=5, 60%). Although, these isolates also shows resistance to Cefepime (100%) followed by penicillin (80%). Unhygienic practices of meat handlers such as dirty hands, unfit display tables and cutting tools and also improper handling of meat products triggers a very high level of S. aureus in open markets which may eventually affects the health of the consumers. Hygiene sanitary practice is recommended in meat market to prevent the consumers from the risk of acquiring these diseases.

This study evaluated the impact of sustainability reporting on financial
performance of listed companies in the industrial and consumer goods sector on the Nigerian Exchange Group from 2018 to 2022. The study was carried out by extracting data from the annual reports for the period on which the descriptive statistics test, correlation analysis and the panel regression analysis were used. Sustainability reporting was represented by economic disclosure, environmental disclosure, and social disclosure, and three research hypotheses were formulated from each of the variables. The result of the findings revealed that all the variables (economic disclosure, environmental disclosure, and social disclosure) had a positive and significant
relationship with financial performance in the selected entities. The study recommends that companies should develop a national sustainability reporting framework for consistent reporting across Nigerian companies, listed entities should integrate sustainability into their corporate strategy and decision-making, investors should consider sustainability disclosures in investment decisions, and educational institutions should incorporate sustainability reporting into curricula to build relevant skills.

The study investigated stock market synchronization and market volatility in Nigeria for a period of 11 years (2009 to 2019). The rationale for the present study is predicated on the fact that the stock market play a significant role in the economy of every country across the globe. The study employed the regression analysis techniques on variables such as all share index (ASI), treasury bill rate (TBR), broad money supply (M2), oil price (OP) and exchange rate (EXRT). The empirical results revealed that; treasury bill rate (TBR) has a negative in significant effect on all share index in Nigeria within the period of investigation; broad money supply has a positive insignificant effect on all share index in Nigeria; Oil price(OP)exert significant and favourable impact on all share index in Nigeria; and exchange rate has a negative significant impact on all share index in Nigeria. The study recommends among others that; the Nigerian monetary authority should ensure exchange rate stability so as to encourage rate capital inflows in the economy; to ensure effective expansionary monetary policy in the economy, the Central Bank of Nigeria should strengthen the financial system so that broad money supply in circulation can contribute significantly to the performance of the capital market; and appropriate monetary measures should be undertaken to ensure stock price synchronization in order to the performance of the stock market in Nigeria.

Spondias mombin is a plant used in various medicinal practices and varieties of traditional medicinal practitioners employ it as a raw material in phytomedicine. The aim of the study is to evaluate the antimicrobial sensitivity, antioxidant activity and the mineral profiling of the stem bark of Spondias mombin plant. The quantitative estimation of the phytochemical compound and the proximate analysis was done using a well-established method. The phytochemical and proximate analysis of the ethanolic extract of Spondias mombin revealed the presence of metabolites and compounds such as carbohydrate (74.404), crude protein (3.563 ±0.6), flavonoid (16.500µg/ml), saponin (17.868 µg/ml) tannin (26.346 µg/ml), alkaloid (0.8%). Theproximate analysis gave a moisture content of (38.20 ± 1.56) and ash content of (11.46±0.27). Some of the compounds identified in the phytochemical analysis were found to possess anti inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-ageing properties, protection against allergies, ache and joint
pain reduction etc. The mineral constituents were also evaluated using a well-established method: sodium (0.80), potassium (65.00), calcium (2.100), magnesium (2.460), manganese (72.85), copper (0.200), zinc (0.100), iron (1.500), nitrogen (0.570) and the ascorbic acid was analyzed using a spectrophotometer, which revealed a high vitamin C content of (1664.714). The antimicrobial activity was checked against some selected bacteria and fungi which revealed high antimicrobial activity against the selected test organisms hence Spondias mombin stem bark and its bioactive chemicals are effective in treating various illness and these studies therefore support its traditional medicinal use

Monodora myristica is a perennial, edible plant used in West Africa and other parts of the world for its medicinal and culinary value. There is paucity of data on the nutritional contents of M. myristica seeds in the four regions of Nigeria where the seeds are easily available. This study was undertaken to determine the mineral contents of M. myristica (African nutmeg) seeds from Abuja, Awka, Benin City and Ondo Towns. Seeds of M. myristica used were deshelled, oven-dried and ground into fine powder. The powdered sample was subjected to mineral analysis using atomic absorption spectrometry. The mineral analysis showed that there were highly significant differences in the mineral contents of African nutmeg samples sourced from the various locations in calcium, chromium, potassium and zinc. But the iron, magnesium, manganese, and sodium contents were not significantly different from one location to the other. The results showed that the Monodora myristica seeds are rich in minerals and that the content levels vary in some minerals as a result of the location. This may be as a result of the different soil types and the nutritive state of the soil
where the plants were grown. It should also be noted that no particular location exhibited better mineral element composition across all the minerals studied. More mineral elements both beneficial and harmful should be studied in African nutmeg from more locations

This study examined the impact of financial liberalization on bank performance in Nigeria for the period of 1981-2019. The main objective of this research work is to examine the impact of financial liberalization on bank performance in Nigeria. The study used Error Correction Mechanism (ECM) to examine the relationship between financial liberalization and bank performance in Nigeria. The study found that the level of financial deepening is positively and significantly related to the real interest rate. Also, money supply is positively and significantly related to the real interest rate. Also, private sector credit was found to be negatively and significantly related to the real interest rate. Finally, loan-deposit ratio is positively related to the real interest rate, it had no significant impact. The study recommends that due consideration should be given to the private sector lending which was one of the variables used to capture financial liberalization in Nigeria. Also, in order to enhance financial deepening (M2/GDP)
contribution to banks profitability in Nigeria, government policy should therefore be geared towards strategically increasing money supply and promoting efficient capital market that will enhance overall economic efficiency, create and expand liquidity, mobilize saving, enhance capital accumulation, transfer resources from traditional
sector to growth inducing sectors (such as manufacturing and industry, agriculture and services sectors) and also promote competent entrepreneurial response in various sectors of the economy. However, it is pertinent to ensure that it (money supply) does not lead to financial excessiveness.

This study investigated the perceived knowledge and misconceptions about Emergency Contraceptive Pills (ECPs) among undergraduates of the University of Benin, Edo State. The research aimed to assess the level of awareness, common misconceptions, and sources of information about ECPs. A descriptive survey design was adopted, and a structured questionnaire was used to collect data from 192 respondents selected through a simple random sampling technique. The data collected were analyzed using descriptive statistics such as frequency, percentage, mean, and standard deviation. Findings revealed that a majority of the respondents (63.54%) demonstrated a high level of knowledge about ECPs, while 36.46% had low knowledge. The study also highlighted prevalent misconceptions, such as beliefs that ECPs cause permanent infertility, are equivalent to abortion pills, or promote sexual irresponsibility. These misconceptions were widely accepted among respondents, as shown by a cluster mean of 2.72, which is above the benchmark mean of 2.50. The study concluded that while most undergraduates have substantial knowledge of ECPs, misconceptions persist and may hinder proper utilization. It
is recommended that targeted educational programs and awareness campaigns be implemented by health authorities and institutions to address these myths and improve reproductive health literacy among students.

Carrot (daucus carota) is an important root vegetable, which has various bioactive compounds like carotenoids and dietary fibers with appreciable levels of several other functional components having significant health-promoting properties. The consumption of carrot and its products is gaining rapid attention because it has been identified as an important source of natural antioxidants having anticancer activity. Apart from carrot roots being traditionally used in salad and preparation of many cuisines, carrots could commercially be converted into nutritionally rich processed products like juice, concentrate, dried powder, canned, preserve, candy, pickle, and gazrailla. Carrot pomace containing about 50% of β-carotene could profitably be utilized for the supplementation of products like cake, bread, biscuits and preparation of several types of functional products. This research work highlights the nutritional composition, health promoting phytonutrients, functional properties of carrot and by-products utilization of carrot along with the potential application of these products. It has been shown that the carrot has a moisture content of 25.34%, ash content 8.21%, crude fibre 3.08%, crude fat 5.07%, protein 4.15%and carbohydrateof54.15% these findings proves that the carrot is of good quality. The presence of mineral elements such as Zinc (2.5mg/kg) Manganese (0.6mg/kg), Iron (2.09mg/kg), Magnesium(20.6mg/kg), Calcium (18.50mg/kg). indicates its safe consumption while the presence of bio active compounds such as glycosides, saponins, phenolics, eugenols, terpenoids, alkaloids, flavonoids and tannins all contribute to its nutritional values.