MANAGEMENT

River systems are valuable to human beings; meanwhile, they are intensively influenced by human activities. especially urbanization. In this study, we evaluated water quality of Amagba- Okoroma River, Benin City using analysis of water physico-chemical parameters recorded seasonally from March to April 2023 (dry season) and June and July 2023 (rainy season). Three sampling sites were selected along the course of the river from upstream (site 1) to downstream (site 3) associated with various anthropogenic activities. Water samples were collected and anlysed using standard procedure. Of the 21 water physico-chemical parameters anlysed, 5 parameters namely, turbidity (15.5 NTU), pH (5.4), Cr (0.15 mg/L), Cu (0.34 mg/L) and Zn (0.66 mg/L) exceeded the stipulated Nigerian Industrial Standard (NIS) guidelines. The result revealed that 3 parameters, namely, air temperature, water depth, and transparency showed
significant spatial variation across the three sites. Additionally, statistically significant seasonal variation was observed in 2 parameters in dry and rainy season namely, nitrate-nitrogen and sulphate. Water quality index (WQI) results reveal that water samples from each site were rated to be of excellent water quality, however, site 1 upstream had the best quality followed by site 2 and site 3 respectively. To preserve this water resource against pollution, the implementation of stringent guidelines as well as routine biomonitoring are needed to enhance its health status

Water distribution plays a vital role in ensuring the sustainability and functionality of institutional environments. The University of Benin (UNIBEN), Ugbowo Campus, has experienced increasing water supply challenges over the years due to population growth, uneven distribution, leakages, and aging infrastructure. This project focused on the application of Geographic Information System (GIS) technology to analyze and manage the existing water distribution network of the campus with the aim of improving efficiency, monitoring, and future planning. Both spatial and non-spatial data were obtained through field surveys, and records from the UNIBEN Works Department. The data were processed and integrated into a geospatial database using ArcGIS 10.8 and Google Earth. The study involved the generation of a Digital Elevation Model (DEM) and 3D terrain analysis to determine the relationship between topography and water flow. Population projection and water demand analysis were carried out using the compound growth rate method and standard per capita consumption rate of 150 litres per person per day. The results showed that the campus terrain ranges from 74 to 121 metres above mean sea level, with the UNIBEN Water Scheme strategically located at the highest elevation to support a gravity-fed distribution system. The projected population increased from 40,320 in 2015 to 76,576 in 2040, representing an 89.9% rise over the 25-year design period. Consequently, the maximum daily water demand was estimated to increase from approximately 10.89 million litres in 2015 to 20.68 million litres in 2040. The pipeline network mapping revealed a well-structured system composed mainly of Asbestos Cement (AC) and PVC pipes, though aging sections require replacement. iv In conclusion, the integration of GIS technology proved to be an effective tool for analyzing, managing, and visualizing water distribution systems. The study provides a comprehensive spatial database that can assist the University in maintenance planning, leak detection, infrastructure upgrading, and sustainable water management. It also demonstrates that GIS-based approaches can significantly improve decision-making in institutional water supply systems and serve as a model for similar environments across Nigeria.

This study aimed to analyze the maintenance management practices in-use in industrial and assembly buildings with a view to enhancing the life and function of the buildings. To achieve the aim, the study identified the maintenance management practices used in industrial and assembly buildings in Edo State, investigated factors influencing the choice of maintenance management practices used, evaluated the challenges faced and examined the strategies to mitigate challenges faced in implementing maintenance management practices in the study area. These objectives were analyzed using the mean item score. Data from 60 responses out of a total sample of 100 professionals were analyzed. The research identified ‘‘preventive maintenance” to be the most prevalent and commonly used maintenance management practice in Edo State, followed by “corrective maintenance” and then by “predictive maintenance”, “Condition based” and “Total- productive maintenance” were the lowest ranking 5th and 6th. The research results further showed “the type of the building”, “Criticality of equipment” and “age of the building” ranked the highest being 1st,2nd ,3rd respectively other factors like “manager preferences” sand “building location” were outlined less crucial from the research results. Regarding challenges, building complexity, high-cost maintenance and lack of skilled personnel, topped the charts as the most
prevalent challenges. Ranking 1st, 2nd, 3rd respectively other challenges “building location” were deduced less challenging and ranked lowest. Amongst the strategies that can be adopted to mitigate challenges, “Training and Development programs” was ranked 1st, followed by“implementation of cost benefit analysis” and “better incentives for maintenance personnel” ranked 2nd and 3rd

Sand production is one of the most troublesome issues in oil and gas development, especially in unconsolidated reservoirs where the formation lacks natural strength. It often leads to equipment wear, production losses, and higher maintenance costs. This study looks at better ways to predict and manage sand production by bringing together different techniques such as geomechanical modeling, log analysis, and real-time monitoring. Traditional control methods like gravel
packing, sand screens, and chemical consolidation are compared with more recent innovations such as the Tixier log-based approach and Distributed Temperature Sensing (DTS). Insights drawn from field experiences in Nigerian reservoirs show that when prediction, control and monitoring are combined in a single system, sand problems can be handled more effectively and at a lower cost. Overall, this research highlights that a well-integrated sand management strategy can greatly improve production stability and extend the life of oil wells in challenging reservoir environments.

One of the most prevalent gynaecological issues affecting teenage females, especially those enrolled in secondary schools, is dysmenorrhea, or painful menstruation. In this study, female students in a subset of secondary schools in Edo State, Nigeria's Ovia North-East Local Government Area were asked about their knowledge of and approaches to managing dysmenorrhea. A total of 254 female students from SS1 to SS3 were chosen using a stratified random sampling procedure as part of a cross-sectional descriptive research design. A systematic self-administered questionnaire was used to gather the data, and the Chi-square test and descriptive statistics were used to analyse the results at a significance level of 0.05. The results showed that just 27.9% of respondents had ever heard of dysmenorrhea, showing a lack of knowledge about the disorder, while 78.7% of respondents reported experiencing menstrual pain.Many students reported absence and decreased academic concentration during their periods, and moderate to severe discomfort was highly prevalent. The majority of pain management was self-directed, with 32.3% relaxing or sleeping to relieve pain, 29.1% using heat therapy, and 34.6% regularly using over-the-counter medications. Only 2%, nevertheless, went to school clinics for medical assistance. The management strategies used and awareness of dysmenorrhea were found to be significantly correlated by the Chi-square analysis (p = 0.03). Although dysmenorrhea is very common among girls in secondary school, the study found that there is still a lack of awareness and proper treatment. It suggests enhancing access to adolescent-friendly health facilities, addressing sociocultural barriers to obtaining professional treatment, and integrating menstrual health education into school curricula.

This study examined the record management practices and challenges in public secondary schools in Egor Local Government Area of Edo State.Seven research questions was raised to guide this study. The population for this research consists of all the principals in the 13 public senior secondary schools in Egor Local Government Area of Edo State.The 13 principal will be automatically adopted as the sample population given the fact that it is researchable. No sampling technique is used to select the 13 principals in the 13 public senior secondary schools in Egor Local Government Area of Edo State. The analysis of the data produced the following findings That the predominant record management practices in Egor LGA secondary schools are generally high, leaning toward modern and organized approache that the challenges in managing school records are generally high and require strategic attention, especially in areas of staff training and infrastructure development.Urban schools appear to have an advantage in terms of digital access and support, while rural schools continue to struggle with staffing and logistical issues, the following recommendations are offered:There should be a clear, LGA- wide records management policy for all schools that standardizes file classification, indexing, retention and disposal schedules, privacy rules, and access controls, with principals held accountable for compliance.There should be continuous capacity building for records officers and administrative staff, including practical training on basic records lifecycle, digital filing, data protection, and use of simple database or spreadsheet tools.There should be phased digitization of core records such as admission, attendance, assessment, transfers, and staff records, with secure
backups, off-site storage, and a routine for verifying data quality.

This research work examined the Nigeria Union of Teacher (NUT) and the Management of Crisis in Education in Secondary Schools in Nigeria using Edo State a case study. The instruments used in the data collected were analyzed by the use of sample percentages and Pearson Product Moment Correlation (PPC) and the statistics. A questionnaire named “the impact of the Nigerian Union of Teacher on the Management of Crisis in Education in Secondary Schools in Edo State” was administered on
120 respondents. Hypothesis was tested and it was discovered that the NUT helps in the resolution of management crises in secondary schools. It was recommended that government and its agencies should take Nigerian Union of Teacher into greater confidence to facilitate her contribution to the decision making and policy formulation process in education. Moreso, adequate funds by the government should be disbursed to the Nigeria Union of Teacher (NUT) so as to ensure effectiveness and
efficiency of the association