EKOSODIN COMMUNITY

The aim of this project is to investigate the title; perceived consequences of gully erosion in Ekosodin community. To guide this study,five (5) research questions were raised. The descriptive survey research design was employed for the study. The sample size was 397 respondents drawn from the total population of 45,000 individuals in Ekosodin community(National Population Commission). Self structured questionaire was used as the instrument for the study. The validity of the instrument was established by the supervisor and two other experts in the field of study. The reliability of the instrument was established using the test- retest method to estimate reliability .The data obtained from the questionaire were subjected to analysis using frequency counts, percentages, mean and standard deviation. The findings revealed that gully erosion significantly impacts the community, leading to economic losses, health risks, and displacement. The study showed a strong correlation between gully erosion and reduced agricultural productivity, the spread of diseases, and displacement of residents. In conclusion, the study confirms that gully erosion has a significant impact on the lives of residents in Ekosodin, affecting both the environment and socio-ec nomic well-being. Addressing these issues requires a comprehensive approach, including better land use practices, infrastructure development, and community-based solutions. Based on these findings, recommendations include improving land management practices, enhancing drainage systems and providing resettlement assistance to displaced residents.

This research examined the prevalence, root causes, and consequences of child sexual abuse within the Ekosodin Community, Ovia North East Local Government Area. A sample of 320 young individuals was selected using a simple random sampling technique from five streets within the Ekosodin Community. The research objectives were developed and tested using structured questionnaires validated through content validity employing the expert judgment approach. Findings revealed that child sexual abuse incidents frequently occur in isolated settings, such as when children are alone, during nighttime, and outside their homes. The study also revealed a lack of awareness and knowledge about child sexual abuse within impoverished communities that increases the risk of abuse. Furthermore, the research found that traditional norms assigning blame to female victims significantly impact the prevalence of child sexual abuse, and participants agreed on the negative consequences of unhealthy relationships with children. The recommendations of this study include raising awareness of the prevalence and impact of child sexual abuse in the Ekosodin Community, strengthening child protection systems, addressing the root causes of abuse, providing support services to survivors, and eliminating stigmatization and victim blaming.

This study examined female students’ perception on the use of contraceptives among residents in Ekosodin Community, Benin City. The research was guided by four objectives and employed a descriptive survey design. The study population consisted of 150 students residing within the community. Data were collected using a semi structured questionnaire and analyzed using descriptive statistics such as frequency counts and percentages. Findings revealed that while a majority of the respondents were aware of various contraceptive methods, their actual usage was relatively low due to factors such as fear of side effects, cultural and religious beliefs, and inadequate access to reproductive health information. Many respondents associated contraceptive use with promiscuity, indicating that misconceptions and social stigma still influence attitudes toward family planning among young women. The study also found that students who had received proper sexual education demonstrated more positive perceptions and were more likely to use contraceptives responsibly. The study concludes that despite high awareness levels, there remains a significant gap between knowledge and practice of contraceptive use among female students. It recommends intensified reproductive health education, increased access to youth-friendly health services, and community sensitization programs aimed at dispelling myths and promoting safe, informed contraceptive choices among young women.