J.U. Don

The research work investigates the anthropogenic factors the causes gully erosion and its impact on the environment and land of Iguobazuwa in Ovia South West Local Government Area of Edo State. Four (4) research questions were raised to guide this study. The population of this study comprised of all residents in Iguobazuwa Community which has a total number of one hundred and thirty eight thousand and seventy two (138,072) and purposive random sampling technique was adopted to select one hundred (100) respondents for this research. Descriptive survey research design was adopted for the study and a structured questionnaire was used after being validated by the project supervisor and two other experts from the Department of Health, Safety and Environmental Education. Data collected was analyzed using percentage computation. The study concluded that although gully erosion is a natural process, cause by natural phenomenon such as wind, precipitation and others, human activities contributes highly to the gully erosion situation and such activities are increasing day by day. The gully erosion in iguobazuwa community is caused mainly by the activities of members of the community such as; improper land use, poor drainage system, poor agricultural practices and dumping of refuse into water channels there restricting the flow of water. The community is aware of the problems posed by gully erosion and are supportive of measures to control this situation. In order to successfully implement measures to control gully erosion, proper enlightenment and awareness program on the factors, effect and control of gully erosion should be provided for the community. Also the government should see the gully erosion situation as a case of emergency and attend to it immediately at its early stage before it gets worsen and nothing can be done about it. Based on the findings it was therefore recommended that; Buildings should be constructed in compliance of approved environmental standards, the government alone should not be in charge of trying to control the situation, individuals and members of communities are expected to play their own role in the control of gully erosion, they are expected to work hand in hand with the
government and dumping of refuse into drainage system and water channels should be prohibited.

This study was designed to assess the nutritional diseases and nutrient toxicities among women attending Oluku Primary Health Care (PHC) centre, Benin city. To guide this study, four research questions were raised. The survey research design was used in conducting the study. The instrument used for the study was a self-structured questionnaire. The population of the study was 70 women attending Oluku Primary Healthcare Center. The validity of the instrument was established by giving it to the supervisor and two other experts in the field of the research study. The reliability of the instrument was established using the split-half method of reliability which yielded a Coefficient of 0.724. The data obtained from the questionnaires were subjected to analysis using frequency counts and percentages.
The findings show that the respondents have low knowledge about nutritional diseases and toxicities, however they hold generally positive attitudes towards these issues. The findings also revealed their dietary habits, most participants frequently consume beverages, soft drinks, carrots, cucumbers, and vegetables. Increase in awareness about the importance of adopting healthy eating habits and structured meal plans is recommended, which are crucial for enhancing the immune system's ability to combat various toxicities. Additionally, consuming meals that prevent nutritional diseases and nutrient toxicities should be
emphasized. Healthcare providers are encouraged to promote. Promotion of meal plans, visiting a dietitian, intentionality about type of meals should be encouraged by healthcare providers to enable these women to reduce the risks posed by nutritional diseases and toxicities