151. THE EFFECT OF ANTHRAQUINONE DERIVATIVES ON SERUM GAMMA-GLUTAMYL TRANSFERASE ACTIVITY IN HIGH-FAT DIET-INDUCED OBESITY IN WISTAR RATS

ABSTRACT

This study investigates the effects of anthraquinone derivatives on serum gamma-glutamyl transferase (GGT) activity in Wistar rats with high-fat diet-induced obesity. Obesity, a major risk factor for metabolic disorders, is commonly linked to elevated serum enzyme activities, particularly GGT, which is associated with oxidative stress and hepatic dysfunction. Anthraquinone derivatives, such as emodin and rhein, are known fo...

152. THE EFFECT OF CORRUPTION ON SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS IN NIGERIA- A FOCUS ON EDUCATION (CASE STUDY OF JERE LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA)

ABSTRACT

This study investigates the impact of corruption on the achievement of Sustainable Development Goal 4 (SDG 4), which aims to ensure inclusive and equitable quality education, with a focus on Jere Local Government Area (LGA) in Borno State, Nigeria. Utilizing a descriptive survey design, data were collected from 221 respondents, including educators, administrators, and community members, through a structured questionnaire. T...

153. COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF THE STRENGTH OF THE THREE MOST COMMONLY USED ANTIBIOTICS IN IBADAN: CIPROFLOXACIN, CEFTRIAXONE, AND AMOXICILLIN

ABSTRACT

This study investigates the comparative strength and efficacy of three commonly used antibiotics—Ciprofloxacin, Ceftriaxone, and Amoxicillin—against prevalent bacterial pathogens in Ibadan, Nigeria. Given the alarming rise of antibiotic resistance, which threatens the effectiveness of these critical treatments, this research employs a multifaceted approach, integrating microbiological principles, pharmacokinetics, and clinical o...

154. PREVALENCE OF OBESITY AND IT'S IMPLICATION AMONG RURAL ADULTS

ABSTRACT

Obesity is a growing health concern in rural communities, with significant implications for public health and socioeconomic well-being. This study investigates the prevalence of obesity among rural adults Nigeria, and explores the contributing socioeconomic, lifestyle, and health factors. A sample of 150 rural adults was surveyed using structured questionnaires. The study found a 40% obesity prevalence, with major contribut...

155. THE ROLE OF CHURCH LEADERS IN THE GROWTH AND SURVIVAL OF THE CHURCH

CHAPTER ONE

INTRODUCTION

1.1 Background of the Study

The role of church leaders has become an increasingly important topic in discussions of church growth and survival. With religious institutions worldwide facing complex challenges, effective leadership is essential to maintaini...

156. ELECTION PETITION AND THE NIGERIAN JUDICIARY: A STUDY OF KOGI STATE 2023 GOVERNORSHIP ELECTION

CHAPTER ONE

INTRODUCTION

1.1 Background to the Study

Elections are the cornerstone of democratic governance, serving as the primary mechanism through which citizens express their political will and choose their leaders. The integrity and credibility of this process are essential for the legitimacy of any governme...

157. PRODUCTION AND ANALYSIS OF LIQUID SOAP USING CLOVES EXTRACTS

CHAPTER ONE

INTRODUCTION

1.1 Background of the Study

Liquid soaps have continue to see a growing demand among households and industries for various purposes. Cloves (Syzygium aromaticum) are antibacterial, antifungal, and antioxidant (Saeed & Tariq, 2015). "Cloves" Consumers are increasing...

158. GROUND ELECTROMAGNETIC AND ELECTRICAL RESISTIVITY PROSPECTING FOR ORE MINERALISATION ZONES IN TSOHON-GURUSU NIGER STATE, NORTH-CENTRAL NIGERIA

ABSTRACT

To accurately explore and develop prospective mineral deposits, systematic geophysical approaches becomes a useful tool to establish areas of economically viable zones for exploration activities. This study integrates very low frequency electromagnetic (VLF-EM) and vertical electrical sounding (VES) methods of geophysical investigation to probe the subsurface in terms of its electrical conductivity characteristic to identify mineralised zones that could serve as possible ho...

159. GOVERNMENTAL AND ORGANISATIONAL FACTORS AS PREDICTORS OF OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY OF FEMALE WORKERS IN INDUSTRIES IN LAGOS STATE, NIGERIA

ABSTRACT

The protection of workers generally against health and safety hazards at work environments has been emphasised adequately in International Labour Organisation Conventions and Recommendation. Nigeria, being a signatory to these conventions and recommendations, must ensure strict compliance to the protection of the health and safety of the working class, particularly the female workers. Previous studies have focused more generally on safety standards and conditions at work wi...

160. GOVERNMENT INTERVENTION PROGRAMME AS A TOOL FOR REDUCTION OF YOUTH UNEMPLOYMENT IN KADUNA STATE:THECASE OF SURE-P 2012- 2018.

ABSTRACTs

The study examines government intervention programme as a tool for reducing youth unemployment in Kaduna State using descriptive statistics and logistic regression. The problem of the study is youth unemployment and the objectives are to examine the impact of government intervention programme on youth unemployment and to examine the effect of socio-economic characteristics on youth unemployment in KadunaState. The study found that 54.4% of the respondents have been employe...

161. GIRL-CHILD DISCRIMINATION IN HOMES AMONG SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN IKENNE LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, NIGERIA

ABSTRACT

The World Health Organization states that globally, many girls are denied education, refused health care and exploited both sexually and economically. These negatively influence the health and development of girls. Information on the prevalence of girl-child discrimination is sparse in Nigeria. This study was thus conducted to find out the knowledge of the rights of the girl-child and prevalence of their discrimination among secondary school students in Ikenne Local Governm...

162. GEOPHYSICAL INVESTIGATION FOR POTENTIAL GOLD MINERALISATION IN SHAKWATU AREA OF NIGER STATE, NIGERIA USING VERY LOW FREQUENCY AND ELECTRICAL RESISTIVITY METHODS

ABSTRACT

Minerals serve a very important economic commodity to the growth and development of any nation, state or community. In an attempt to delineate potential zones for gold mineralisation, a geophysical investigation was carried out around Shakwatu area of Niger State, Nigeria. Mineral potential (especially gold) is evident by the extensive artisanal mining activities in the area. The Very Low Frequency Electromagnetic-VLF EM and electrical resistivity method was employed in the...

163. GEOPHYSICAL INVESTIGATION FOR HYDROCARBON POTENTIAL OVER PART OF UPPER BENUE TROUGH (ADAMAWA BASIN) NORTHEAST, NIGERIA USING AEROMAGNETIC DATA

ABSTRACT

This study present the results of the analysis and interpretation of aeromagnetic data over part of Adamawa trough with the aim of investigating the hydrocarbon potential of the study area. The study area covers an area of 12,000 km2 located between latitude 8.50oN and 9.50oN and longitudes 11.50oE and 12.50oE. This study adopted both qualitative analysis and quantitative analysis to delineate the deep seated anomalies and estimate the sedimentary thickness for hydrocarbon...

164. GEOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION SYSTEM BASED HYDROLOGICAL MODELLING OF CLIMATE CHANGE VARIABLES ON HADEJIA RIVER SUB-BASIN, NIGERIA

ABSTRACT

Soil and Water Assessment Tool (SWAT) and Geographical Information System (GIS) based hydrological modelling was applied to Hadejia River Sub-basin- an integral of the Chad Basin in the Northern Nigeria- to determine the impacts of land use/cover dynamics on the hydrological regime of the sub-basin under the changing climate factors. The study enhanced solution with dx understanding to the complex problems in the sub-basin, with large quantities of data associated with wate...

165. GEOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION SYSTEM BASED HYDROLOGICAL MODELLING OF CLIMATE CHANGE VARIABLES ON HADEJIA RIVER SUB-BASIN, NIGERIA

ABSTRACT

Soil and Water Assessment Tool (SWAT) and Geographical Information System (GIS) based hydrological modelling was applied to Hadejia River Sub-basin- an integral of the Chad Basin in the Northern Nigeria- to determine the impacts of land use/cover dynamics on the hydrological regime of the sub-basin under the changing climate factors. The study enhanced solution with dx understanding to the complex problems in the sub-basin, with large quantities of data associated with wate...

166. GEOLOGY, MINERALOGY AND GEOCHEMISTRY OF IRONSTONE EXPOSED AROUND MANIGI LOCALITY, NORTHERN BIDA BASIN, NIGERIA

ABSTRACT

The geology, mineralogy and geochemistry of Ironstone around Manigi locality was investigated in order to provide a comprehensive data on the geological, geochemical and mineralogical composition. Field work, sedimentological logging, and sample collection were carried out at a road cut near Manigi in the northern part of Bida basin. Sixteen representative ironstone samples were subjected to geochemical and mineralogical studies using X-ray fluorescence spectrometry, X-ray...

167. GE OLOG IC AL AND G E OTE CH NIC AL CONTROL OF G U L L Y EROSION, UNGOGO, KANO, NORTH WESTERN NIGERIA

ABSTRACT

Gully erosion is an environmental hazard that is ravaging the landscape of Ungogo area. This study was carried out to investigate the geological and geotechnical control of gully erosion in the study area. Geological field mapping was carried out to assess the causes and extent of erosion. Soil samples were collected from four (4) gully sites at depth between 0 - 5m, 0.5 - 1m and 1 - 1.5m for geotechnical analyses. Four (4) index properties of soil were determined: Specific...

168. GEOLOGY AND HYDROGEOLOGY OF PART OF MAKURDI SHEET 251 SW, NORTH CENTRAL NIGERIA

ABSTRACT

An integrated geological, geophysical and hydrogeological studies were carried out to investigate the groundwater potential and quality in part of Makurdi, North Central Nigeria. The study area is entirely sedimentary and is dominantly fine to coarse grained sandstone with varying amounts of silt and clay. The schlumberger array was used for the geophysical investigation with a maximum AB/2 of 100m. A total of 20 Vertical Electrical Sounding (VES) stations were established....

169. GENETIC STUDIES ON SEED COAT TEXTURE AND COOKING TIME IN SOME VARIETIES OF COWPEA (Vigna unguiculata (L.) Walp.)

ABSTRACT

Genetic studies on seed coat texture and cooking time in some varieties of cowpea (Vigna unguiculata (L.) Walp.) were carried out between August 14, 2000 and November 20, 2002 and August 2, 2001 and December 3, 2003 respectively. The experiments were carried out at the research and teaching farm, Federal University of Technology, Yola, Adamawa State. Randomized complete block design with five replications was used for the two experiments. Appropriate crosses were made among...

170. GENETIC VARIABILITY STUDIES OF SOME NIGERIAN SOYBEAN (GLYCINE MAX (L) MERRIL) ACCESSIONS

ABSTRACT

Soybean is a very important leguminous seed crop; known for its highly valued protein and oil owing to its use in food, feed and industrial applications. The cultivation of soybean could be of great impact in curbing food insecurity and its improvement could be of great benefit to humanity. Genetic variability is the basic requirement for crop improvement as it provides wider scope for selection. Selection of traits through morphological and molecular means increases the fr...

171. GASTRO-INTESTINAL MUCOSAL PROTECTIVE PROPERTIES AND TOXICITY STUDIES ON THE METHANOL ROOT EXTRACT OF WALTHERIA INDICA LINN. (STERCULIACEAE) IN LABORATORY ANIMALS

ABSTRACT

Many countries worldwide including Nigeria use different parts of Waltheria indica (leaves, stem-barks, roots and whole plants) to treat various ailments. In Nigeria, Waltheria indica is used to treat gastro-intestinal ulcers, pain, inflammation, diarrhoea, conjunctivitis, anaemia and erectile dysfunction. The aim of this study was to evaluate the gastro-intestinal mucosal protective properties and ascertain the toxicity profile of the methanol root extract of Waltheria ind...

172. GEOCHEMISTRY, MINERALOGY AND BENEFICIATION OF IRONSTONE FROM BIDA BASIN, NIGERIA

ABSTRACT

The Bida Basin is a NW-SE trending inland sedimentary basin in North Central Nigeria that extends from Kontagora in the north to slightly beyond Lokoja in the south and its mesas consist of ironstone layers from which economic iron ore can be won. The stratigraphic succession in the basin comprises the Bida sandstone at the base in the northern part of the basin followed successively upward by the Sakpe, Enagi and Batati formations. The geochemistry, mineralogy and benefici...

173. FURFURAL PRODUCTION FROM MICROALGAE

Abstract

This research focused on the production of furfural from microalgae biomass and optimizing the process parameters using Response Surface Methodology (RSM). Furfural production was carried out by hydrolysis of Pentosans to Pentoses where Pentosans in hemicelluloses is hydrolyzed with dilute mineral acids and NaCl as a promoter at relatively low temperature to pentoses and subsequent dehydration of pentoses to furfural in a single stage process. Central Composite Design (CCD)...

174. GENDER DIFFERENTIALS OF LIVELIHOOD DIVERSIFICATION STRATEGIES AND ITS EFFECTS ON POVERTY STATUS OF RURAL HOUSEHOLDS IN NIGER STATE, NIGERIA

ABSTRACT

The study on the gender differentials of livelihood diversification strategies and its effects on poverty status of rural households was conducted in Niger State, Nigeria. Multi–stage sampling technique was used to select 138 male and 92 female rural households on which structured questionnaire complemented with interview schedule was employed to collect primary data. Data collected were analyzed using descriptive statistics (means, percentages and frequency counts) a...

175. FRAMEWORK FOR VALUE MANAGEMENT IMPLEMENTATION IN ABUJA CONSTRUCTION COMPANIES, NIGERIA.

ABSTRACT

Value Management (VM) has played a broad role in supporting effective decision making on construction projects, increased project performance and quality, balance project objectives, and manage community expectations in many countries around the world. But applicability of VM in Nigeria construction industry has experienced setbacks compared with rest of the world. It is on this basis that the study examined the factors responsible for the setbacks with a view to recommendi...