This research sought to assess the causes and effects of divorce on children academic performance in selected secondary school in Ijebu-ode. It was a descriptive research design where a cross-sectional survey was employed involving the use of one hundred questionnaires administered to the respondents at the study site. Three research questions were formed to from the variables in the research topic. The sample size considered for this research is one hundred respondents from Muslim Girls High School and Adeola Odutola College, Ijebu ode. The sampling method employed is called convenience […]

This paper examines the ethical implications of sex re-assignment surgery through the lens of Thomas Aquinas natural law theory. Aquinas argues that human beings have an intrinsic nature and purpose, which is fulfilled by living in accordance with reason and virtue. The opinion argues that sex re-assignment raises important questions about the relationship between the human body and identity, and whether altering one’s physical appearance through surgery aligns with or contradicts the natural law. The method employed in this research is expository and analytical. The basic argument of sex […]

This study examined the relationship between employee management costs and capital structure decisions among listed banks on the Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX). Specifically, it investigated how employee management costs influenced equity finance and debt finance, with firm size as a moderating variable. The study utilized data from 13 banks over the period 2014 to 2023, employing a correlation analysis within an ex post facto research design to explore these relationships. The findings revealed a significant positive correlation between employee management costs and equity finance (r = 0.134, […]

This paper presents a comprehensive literature review of fabric defect detection methods. These defect detection methods are systematically classified into nine categories: Structural, Statistical, Spectral, Model-based, GLCM-Based, Learning, Sparse- Based Operation, Deep Learning Based and hybrid. Evaluation of these methods is conducted based on criteria encompassing accuracy, computational cost, reliability, rotational/scaling invariance, online/offline operational capabilities, and sensitivity to noise. These Methods are robust and efficient fabric defect detection methods which are […]

Conflict has been in existence in all spheres of human life. It is a contradiction arising from differences in interests, ideas, ideologies, orientations, beliefs, perception and tendencies. The concept of conflict has also become common knowledge in every organization as it is an integral part of administration. Every organization consists of people who differ in so many ways including their background, values, needs, skills, talents, competencies, knowledge, status, behavioural styles, interest, aggressiveness as well as level of motivation. Several authors have different definitions for […]

This study investigates the knowledge, attitudes, practices, and influencing factors concerning sexual and reproductive health (SRH) among hearing-impaired individuals in Kogi State, Nigeria. Recognizing the critical need for effective SRH education tailored to marginalized groups, the objective is to assess the level of SRH knowledge and the prevailing attitudes towards SRH practices in this population. Using a multistage sampling procedure, 270 hearing-impaired participants were selected from three Local Government Areas (LGAs), and data were collected through a structured questionnaire. […]

Without sufficient plant and animal intake of potassium, life as we know it would cease. Human and other animals in the food chain depend upon plants for much of their nutritional needs. This paper focuses on the assessment of potash mining in Kirikasanma Local Government Areas of Jigawa State, Nigeria with the primary purpose of examining the socio-economic importance of potash mining on communities. To achieve this, mixed method approach was adopted focusing on 110 respondents. It was revealed that, 82.4% of respondents were those that spent 0-5years in the mining activities thus, […]

This study investigates the complex interplay between sociocultural dynamics, crime, and community safety in the peri-urban areas of Ido and Ibadan Northwest local government councils in Ibadan, Nigeria. As urbanization expands, these peri-urban regions experience unique challenges that significantly impact community safety and social cohesion. Utilizing a mixed-methods approach, this research employed a sequential explanatory design involving 346 respondents. Quantitative data were collected through structured surveys, assessing crime rates, residents’ perceptions of safety, and […]

The research work covers the evaluation of radionuclide transfer factor and ingestion dose from cassava crops along sea shore of Andoni LGA of Rivers State, Nigeria due to environmental pollutions and radiological hazards associated in the environment. A total sum of twenty-four (24) samples were collected across twelve coastal communities in the area. Twelve (12) samples of cassava and twelve samples (12) of soil respectively. The collected samples were analyzed with Gamma-Ray NaI(TI) Spectrometer in the laboratory and radionuclide 40K, 238U and 232Th were present in the samples. The mean […]

The study investigated the relationship of prostate cancer screening uptake among secondary school teachers in Akwa Ibom North East Senatorial District, Nigeria. Two research questions and two hypotheses were formulated to guide the study. The study adopted a correlational research design. The population of the study comprised all the 2,006 male teachers from the 86 public secondary schools in Akwa Ibom North East Senatorial District.  A sample size of 334 male teachers which represents 20 percent of the study population was selected using a multi-stage sampling procedure. For the study, […]

The increasing integration of digital technologies and automation in power systems has significantly improved operational efficiency, but also exposed critical infrastructures to complex cybersecurity threats. Substations, which serve as vital nodes in the transmission and distribution networks, are particularly vulnerable due to their reliance on interconnected communication and control systems. This study explores a novel approach to enhancing cybersecurity in power systems and substation automation by leveraging intelligence-driven ultracapacitor technologies. By combining the fast energy […]

This research investigates the significant impact of school environment and classroom management strategies on the behavior and academic outcomes of primary school pupils in Adavi Local Government, Kogi State, Nigeria. Recognizing the crucial roles that these elements play, the primary objective of the research is to evaluate the ways in which various aspects of the school environment, alongside the implementation of effective classroom management strategies, influence the behavior and academic performance of primary school students in the region. Utilizing a mixed-methods approach, the […]