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Ionizing radiation is widely used in medical imaging but requires strict adherence to safety standards. This study assessed the awareness of radiation dose limits and regulatory guidelines among 234 radiography clinical-year students at the University of Benin. Only 36.4% correctly identified the recommended public dose limit of 1 mSv, while 44% admitted not knowing it. Mean knowledge score was moderate (66.8%), though Confidence towards radiation protection was high (87.1%). Students who attended radiation protection courses scored significantly higher (76.1%) than non-attendees (48.1%). These findings highlight a gap between positive safety Confidences and technical knowledge, emphasizing the need for strengthened curriculum and structured trainings.

In the intricate world of modern healthcare, where technology and human expertise intersect, diagnostic radiology stands as one of the most remarkable achievements. Yet, behind every powerful image produced through X-rays, CT scans, or fluoroscopy lies an invisible, potent force ionizing radiation. The study aimed to assess the level of practice of personnel radiation monitoring among radiology staff in Benin city. A descriptive cross-sectional study was used, census sampling was used to select a total of 60 respondents participated. The findings revealed that awareness levels were very high. Nearly all respondents recognized the risks of occupational radiation exposure, had received training on radiation safety, and were familiar with monitoring principles such as ALARA. In contrast, actual practice of radiation monitoring was less consistent. While radiographers adhered strongly to safety practices and many indicated they practiced monitoring even without supervision, compliance with the routine use and submission of dosimeters was far from universal. Challenges to monitoring were largely institutional. Respondents highlighted irregular supply of dosimeters, lack of timely feedback, and inadequate training as the most pressing obstacles. Hypothesis testing confirmed that awareness and practice are significantly related. In conclusion radiographers with higher awareness were more likely to engage in consistent monitoring practices, suggesting that knowledge plays an important role in shaping behavior, though institutional support is also necessary.

Background: Physical disabilities resulting from stroke, spinal cord injury (SCI), and traumatic brain injury (TBI) pose significant challenges to affected individuals, yet comparative assessments of these conditions remain limited in Nigeria. Understanding the determinants of disability in these populations is crucial for developing targeted rehabilitation strategies. Aims: This study aimed to compare the level of physical disability and its determinants among stroke survivors, SCI patients, and TBI patients, providing insights into their unique rehabilitation needs. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted involving 60 participants (20 per group). Data on demographic and health variables were collected using structured questionnaires and validated tools, including the WHO Disability Assessment Schedule (WHODAS 2.0), Berg Balance Scale (BBS), and Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE). One-way ANOVA was used to identify significant differences among groups. Results: The mean age of participants was 56.27 ± 10.70 years, with a mean condition duration of 5.60 ± 6.85 years the average score for the general health status (GS) was 32.05 ± 9.0. The WHO Disability Assessment Schedule (WHODAS) had a mean score of 21.65 ± 13.6. WHODAS scores suggested moderate disability across groups, with SCI patients showing higher scores, although not statistically significant (p = 0.053). Cognitive function remained preserved across all groups, as evidenced by high MMSE scores (mean: 29.97). the mean PHQ score was 5.70. ±4.3, the mean for PSS was 18.95 ±6.3, the mean BBS was 28.62 ±24.27. Conclusion: SCI patients exhibit greater impairments in balance and mobility compared to stroke and TBI patients.

The primary purpose of this study was to assess the information needs of cocoa farmers in Edo and Ondo states. Specifically, the study was conducted to investigate the information needs assessment of cocoa farmers; ascertain the farmers’ preference for cocoa information sources; examine cocoa farmers information needs and farmers search behavior and examine cocoa farmers’ constraints to information accessibility in the study area. Multistage random sampling
procedure was used to select 432 respondents while a structured interview schedule was used to
solicit information from the respondents. The data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and inferential statistics (Binary logit regression, Pearson’s Product Moment Correlation (PPMC) and 2x2 matrix used to establish the priorities mean score). The result revealed that the mean age of cocoa farmers was 52 years while majorities (70.4%) of the farmers were male. Majorities (35.4%) of the farmers had formal education, higher membership of a group (93.5%) and were married (80.3%). Majority (74.3%)
of the cocoa farmers’ cultivated farm lands of less than 10 hectares with a mean farming
experience of 22 years. This study revealed that the most prominent sources of information was
input dealers/suppliers (  =2.86±0.40), while Television (  =2.76±0.56), extension posters
(  =2.80±0.50) and face to face advice by other farmers (  =2.87±0.45) were the most preferred
among the institutional bodies, mass media electronics, print media and traditional sources of
information respectively. The mean score for weed control (  =3.14) and pest and disease
control (  =3.14) which were ranked 2nd in cocoa production information needs were ranked 1st
and 4th in level of information search with the mean values of (  =2.24) and (  =2.03)
respectively. Hence, the farmers need training in their information search behaviour. From the Matrix presentation, it was observed that cocoa production information with the discrepancies scores of farm layout with a weighted mean score of 5.48, farm cultivation system with a weighted mean score of 4.82 and seed selection and planting materials which had a weighted mean score of 4.67 were the critical areas where cocoa farmers need training or education in cocoa production information needs. Binary Logistic Regression indicated that the Nagelkerke R square value of 0.15 and 0.29 for Edo and Ondo States respectively indicated that the determinants would collectively explain about 15.0% and 29.5% variation in cocoa production information needs of farmers, respectively in the study area. Also the binary logistic regression test indicated that extension agents (t= 1.61; p≤0.01); input dealers/suppliers (t= 2.89; p≤0.01); internet (t= - 1.65 p≤0.01), cable network (t= 2.56; p≤ 0.01); family members (t= 0.92;
p≤0.05) and face to face contact with other farmers (t =0.67; p≤0.01) were the most significant preferred sources of information on farmers production information needs. The finding of Pearson’s Product Moment Correlation indicated that positive and significant correlation exists between production information needs (r=0.271; p≤0.01) and postharvest information needs (r=0.303; p≤0.01) and farmers’ search behaviour for information.

Despite the importance of clinical postings in providing practical experience for radiography students of the University of Benin, various challenges hinder the students' ability to maximize the benefits of this experience. This study assessed the challenges faced by radiography students of the University of Benin during clinical postings. A descriptive cross-sectional survey was conducted using a questionnaire distributed to 194 radiography students across three academic years. Reliability was established using Cronbach's alpha (0.71). Data were analyzed using SPSS version 28, employing descriptive statistics and ANOVA for hypothesis testing. The findings revealed that time constraints (88.7%), difficulty understanding complex procedures without guidance (85%), and limited access to equipment (74.2%) were the most significant challenges. These challenges negatively impacted students' hands-on experience, understanding of procedures, and overall progress in radiography education. Students primarily coped through self-directed learning (89.2%), seeking guidance from other healthcare professionals (82%), and peer support (73.2%). However, only 24.8% felt adequately prepared for professional practice. Demographic factors were analyzed using ANOVA to identify significant relationships with perceived challenges. Recommendations include restructuring clinical posting schedules, establishing formal mentorship programs, implementing simulation-based education, and reducing student-to-supervisor ratios. The study provides valuable insights for improving clinical education in radiography at the University of Benin

The purpose of this study to carry out assessment on peer tutoring method of teaching accounting courses in Nigerian Universities: A case study of University of Benin.. This research adopted descriptive survey design. The target population for this study consist of 189 (one hundred and eighty-nine) full time final year (400 level) students in Department of Vocational and Technical Education, Faculty of Education, University of Benin. A sample size of 100 (one hundred) students was used for this study. The purposive sampling technique was used to select twenty-five (25) students from the four (4) course area in VTE. The validity of instrument was ascertained by the researcher’s supervisor and the questionnaire was analyzed using Mean and standard deviation. A reliability coefficient of 0.79 was obtained indicating that the instrument was reliable. The findings indicated that peer tutoring method of teaching had been used in teaching accounting courses to accounting education students to a low extent and accounting education students’ attitude towards the use of peer tutoring method of teaching accounting course is negative Based on these findings, it was recommended that school authorities and educational administrators should ensure that peer tutoring instructional strategies are integrated into the university accounting education curriculum and seminars, conferences, and workshops should be organized for teachers. This would help improve their knowledge and skills of peer tutoring instructional strategy in order to achieve effective implementation.

This work implements a descriptive survey design to investigate the students’ assessment of Biology teachers’ attitude and environmental factors on their academic performance as it concerns secondary school students in Udu Local Government Area of Delta State. Teachers’ attitude characterized by teachers’ mastery of subject matter, ability to communicate and classroom management skill, as well as environmental factors such as equipped laboratory, class size and location were considered as independent variables affecting students’ academic performance in Biology. To achieve the purpose of the study, eight research questions and seven hypothesis were posed and formulated to guide the study. Literature was also reviewed based on the variables considered. Questionnaires were administered to one hundred and fifty (150) Biology students from five selected secondary schools in Udu local government. In analyzing the responses of the respondents, percentage ranking and rating, mean, standard deviation and the application of t-test was used to determine the significance of each hypothesis at a significance level of 0.05. The findings of the study showed that Teachers’ attitude characterized by teachers’ mastery of subject matter, ability to communicate and classroom management skill, as well as environmental factors such as equipped laboratory, class size and location significantly affect the academic performance of Biology students in Udu Local Government Area of Delta State. Based on the findings of the study, it was recommended that teachers should exhibit attitudes that promote students’ learning interest in terms of good communication system, effective classroom management, proper mastery of subject matter and provision of a conducive learning environment. Suggestions for further studies were also made.

The purpose of this study to carry out assessment on peer tutoring method of teaching accounting courses in Nigerian Universities: A case study of University of Benin.. This research adopted descriptive survey design. The target population for this study consist of 189 (one hundred and eighty-nine) full time final year (400 level) students in Department of Vocational and Technical Education, Faculty of Education, University of Benin. A sample size of 100 (one hundred) students was used for this study. The purposive sampling technique was used to select twenty-five (25) students from the four (4) course area in VTE. The validity of instrument was ascertained by the researcher’s supervisor and the questionnaire was analyzed using Mean and standard deviation. A reliability coefficient of 0.79 was obtained indicating that the instrument was reliable. The findings indicated that peer tutoring method of teaching had been used in teaching accounting courses to accounting education students to a low extent and accounting education students’ attitude towards the use of peer tutoring method of teaching accounting course is negative Based on these findings, it was recommended that school authorities and educational administrators should ensure that peer tutoring instructional strategies are integrated into the university accounting education curriculum and seminars, conferences, and workshops should be organized for teachers. This would help improve their knowledge and skills of peer tutoring instructional strategy in order to achieve effective implementation.

This study was carried out to examine the assessment and impact of outdoor seating area in campus environment using the Faculty of Environmental Sciences, University of Benin as case study. To guide the study, three questions were raised and descriptive research design was used for the research work. The population of the study was students from the Faculty of Environmental Sciences, University of Benin from which a sample size of 50 random respondents was taken. The reliability of the research instrument was determined using the test retest reliability measure and simple percentage technique was used for data analysis. Findings from the survey conducted reveals that larger percentage of respondents strongly agreed that outdoor seating area has impact on students academics, physical and mental health, and social interactions. Most of the respondents agreed that infrastructures such as outdoor seats, lightings, green areas etc. are inadequate and also agreed with the need to construct new outdoor seating areas and renovate existing ones in the campus.

The study was an assessment of the influence of social media on the sexual behavior of undergraduates in the University of Benin(UNIBEN). The study became necessary following the claim that social media is capable of influencing sexual behavior positively and negatively. Social learning theory (SLT), Diffusion of Innovation, Uses and Gratification Theories servedas the framework for this study. Survey design was employed with a 10 item questionnaire of a population of 385 UNIBEN Undergraduate, 378 or 98.2% of them actively participated in the study. Data generated from this study were analyzed with the aid of frequency tables and simple percentage. The study found that social media influences sexual behavior negatively by perpetuating harmful and unrealistic sexual stereotypes, it was also revealed that social media exerts high sexual expectations leading to pressure and conformity to certain sexual norms, etc. Hence, it was recommended among other things that the University of Benin should develop and implement comprehensive sexual education programmes aimed at promoting safe and responsible use of social media exploration by its undergraduates. The study concluded that social media may be harmful but are still useful in influencing sexual behavior of the undergraduates.