1. CHALLENGES OF TAX ADMINISTRATION
Background to the Study
The government of Nigeria, like others in different parts of the world, has legislative powers to impose on its citizens, any form of tax and at whatever rate it deems appropriate (Federal Inland Revenue Service 2010). Accordin...
2. CHALLENGES OF TAX ADMINISTRATION
The government of Nigeria, like others in different parts of the world, has legislative powers to impose on its citizens, any form of tax and at whatever rate it deems appropriate (Federal Inland Revenue Service 2010). According to Acti, & Abigail (2014). tax can be defined as...
3. AN EVALUATION OF DECORATED TRADITIONAL CLOTH USED IN TIV CULTURAL ACTIVITIES IN BENUE STATE, NIGERIA
EXCERPT FROM THE STUDY
- the educational value of the decorated Tiv traditional cloth can be seen in form of the technological development of local textile industries.
- the black&nb...
4. FINANCIAL INTERMEDIARIES AND THE DEVELOPMENT OF NON FINANCIAL FIRMS IN NIGERIA
BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY
The availability of sufficient financing is one of the most important factors that determines economic growth. This financing is needed by a variety of organizations, people, and economic actors so that various goals may b...
5. IMPACT OF WESTERN EDUCATION IN THE TEACHING OF ISLAMIC EDUCATION
BACKGROUND TO THE STUDY
Western education is a system originated from the west and penetrated to the world after Islamic education in the earliest 15th century. Its main approach was the modernization of social life through science and technological advancement (Farid,...
6. DEVELOPMENT AND CHARACTERISATION OF EPOXY/BORASSUS PALM (Borassus aethiopum Mart.) LEAF STALKFIBRE REINFORCED COMPOSITE
Excerpt from the Study
This work was aimed at developing and characterising epoxy/BPLSF reinforced composite by hand lay-up method.At the end of the study, the following conclusions were made.
i. Characterisation of untreated and treated fibre confirmed the et...
7. HERMENEUTICAL APPRAISAL OF LUKE 16-19-31 IN THE CONTEXT OF THE RICH-POOR DICHOTOMY IN IGBOLAND -NIGERIA
Background to the Study
The text of Luke 16:19-31, the parable of the rich man and Lazarus (Λάδαρος ) is one of Jesus‘ most intriguing parables. The parable is also called the Dives and Lazarus. The traditional name, Dives, i...
8. OGODIN’OMULUNWA (THERE IS VALUE IN MOTHERHOOD) BURIAL DANCE OF OSOMALA SOUTH-EASTERN NIGERIA
ABSTRACT
Ogodin‘omulunwa dance is performed among some Ogbaru Igbo of South Eastern Nigeria, especially among the tripartite brotherhood of Osomala, Odekpe and Okoh towns. Ogodi celebrates the lifetime of a deceased elderly woman of with surviving adult children. As a reward to th...
9. An Assessment of the Effectiveness of Community Outreach Programs in Ebola Prevention in Kebbi State
Background of the Study
Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) is a highly infectious and often fatal illness that has caused multiple outbreaks in Africa. While Nigeria successfully controlled the 2014 outbreak, the risk of future outbreaks remains, particularly in...
10. An evaluation of burial rites and their socio-economic implications in Ikeduru Local Government Area, Imo State
Background of the Study
Burial rites in Ikeduru, Imo State, are steeped in cultural tradition and play an essential role in maintaining the social fabric of the community. These rites are not only a means of honoring the deceased but also serve as a critical platform for...
11. The impact of Christianity and Islam on indigenous burial rites in Ogbomosho North Local Government Area, Oyo State
Background of the study:
Religious transformation has significantly altered the indigenous cultural practices in Ogbomosho North, particularly concerning burial rites. With the widespread adoption of Christianity and Islam, traditional burial practices, which once embodied...
12. An evaluation of the archaeological significance of traditional burial mounds in Orhionmwon Local Government Area, Edo State
Background of the Study:
Traditional burial mounds in Orhionmwon represent a critical link between past cultural practices and contemporary heritage conservation. These earthen structures, constructed for ritual interments, offer extensive insights into th...
13. An assessment of the role of archaeology in understanding migration in Etinan Local Government Area, Akwa Ibom State
Background of the Study:
Migration has shaped the cultural landscapes of many regions, and in Etinan, archaeological evidence offers a window into past human movements and settlement patterns. Material culture, including housing structures, burial customs,...
14. An evaluation of traditional burial practices and their archaeological significance in Ikwerre Local Government Area, Rivers State
Background of the Study
Traditional burial practices serve as a repository of cultural values, offering deep insights into the social, religious, and artistic expressions of a community. In Ikwerre, these practices are not only rituals for the deceased but also represent a...
15. The role of archaeological evidence in understanding migration patterns in Uyo Local Government Area, Akwa Ibom State
Background of the Study
Migration has long been a dynamic force shaping human societies, and archaeological evidence provides a key means to trace these movements. In Uyo, diverse material remains such as pottery, settlement ruins, and burial sites offer insights into hist...
16. An assessment of the relationship between archaeology and folklore in Oguta Local Government Area, Imo State
Background of the Study
The interplay between archaeology and folklore in Oguta Local Government Area, Imo State, presents a unique opportunity to explore the convergence of material culture and oral traditions. Archaeological findings in the region, such as ancient artif...
17. The impact of deforestation on archaeological sites in Ikom Local Government Area, Cross River State
Background of the Study
Deforestation in Ikom Local Government Area, Cross River State, has become a critical environmental issue with significant repercussions for archaeological sites. The rapid removal of forest cover for agricultural expansion, logging, and urban deve...
18. An appraisal of forensic anthropological approaches in exhuming mass graves in Warri South Local Government Area, Delta State
Background of the Study
Forensic anthropology has emerged as a vital discipline in contexts where mass casualty events require meticulous scientific inquiry. In Warri South Local Government Area, Delta State, the exhumation of mass graves necessitates a critical appraisal...
19. An investigation of burial traditions as indicators of social hierarchy in Ijebu East Local Government Area, Ogun State
Background of the Study
Burial traditions in Ijebu East provide critical insights into the social hierarchy and cultural values of past communities. The spatial distribution, grave goods, and ritual practices observed in burial sites have been instrumental in revealing th...
20. An assessment of forensic anthropology’s role in exhuming and reanalyzing historical remains in Arochukwu Local Government Area, Abia State
Background of the study
Historical burial sites in Arochukwu Local Government Area harbor remains that are critical to understanding past socio-cultural and legal contexts. Forensic anthropology has emerged as an essential tool in exhuming and reanalyzing these historical...
21. An investigation of forensic anthropology in the documentation of skeletal remains from historical slave trade routes in Badagry Local Government Area, Lagos State
Background of the study
Historical slave trade routes in Badagry have left behind numerous unrecorded skeletal remains that provide critical insights into the region’s turbulent past. Forensic anthropology can play a pivotal role in documenting and analyzing these r...
22. The effectiveness of forensic anthropology in identifying unmarked graves in Igbo-Eze North Local Government Area, Enugu State
Background of the study
The identification of unmarked graves poses significant challenges, particularly in regions with a history of conflict and neglect. In Igbo-Eze North Local Government Area, Enugu State, forensic anthropology plays a crucial role in uncovering hidde...
23. An assessment of forensic anthropology's impact on exhuming and reanalyzing old burial sites in Asari-Toru Local Government Area, Rivers State
Background of the study
Forensic anthropology significantly contributes to the exhumation and reanalysis of old burial sites, offering insights into historical, legal, and cultural contexts. In Asari-Toru Local Government Area, Rivers State, historical burial sites presen...
24. An examination of forensic anthropology's use in identifying victims of civil war mass graves in Ohaji/Egbema Local Government Area, Imo State
Background of the study
The identification of victims from civil war mass graves is a profound challenge that necessitates the use of advanced forensic anthropology. In Ohaji/Egbema Local Government Area, Imo State, remnants of past conflicts have resulted in mass graves...
25. The effect of forensic anthropology in analyzing mass graves from historical conflicts in Isiala Ngwa North Local Government Area, Abia State
Background of the Study
Historical conflicts often leave behind mass graves that serve as poignant reminders of past atrocities. In Isiala Ngwa North, Abia State, forensic anthropology plays a crucial role in uncovering the narratives hidden within these graves. By employ...
26. An assessment of forensic anthropology in solving cases of buried homicide victims in Oyo East Local Government Area, Oyo State
Background of the Study
Buried homicide cases present unique challenges in forensic investigations, particularly in regions where clandestine interments are used to conceal criminal activities. In Oyo East Local Government Area, forensic anthropology is increasingly utili...
27. An examination of forensic anthropology’s role in differentiating between recent and ancient skeletal remains in Irepodun Local Government Area, Osun State
Background of the Study
The differentiation between recent and ancient skeletal remains is a challenging yet critical aspect of forensic anthropology, impacting both criminal investigations and archaeological research. In Irepodun Local Government Area, Osun State, forens...
