1. EVALUATION OF TABLETING AND COMPRESSIONAL CHARACTERISTICS OF NATIVE AND MICROCRYSTALLINE STARCHES DERIVED FROM DIGITARIA IBURUA
ABSTRACT
Acid hydrolyzed starch produces microcrystalline starch (MCS) with improved functional properties in terms of flowability or compressibility. The aim of this study was to investigate the binder, disintegrant and compressional properties of native and modified starches derived f...
2. PHARMACOGNOSTIC AND BIOLOGICAL EVALUATON OF THE ROOT BARK OF SABA COMORENSIS (BOJ.) PICHON (APOCYNACEAE)
ABSTRACT
Saba comorensis (Boj) Pichon (Apocynaceae) has been used traditionally in various parts of Tropical Africa region as an aphrodisiac, for rheumatism, arthritis, liver disease, jaundice, venereal disease, normal spleen function, as laxative, and purgative. This study is aimed at...
3. SEMANTICS-DRIVEN ABSTRACTIVE DOCUMENT SUMMARIZATION
ABSTRACT
The evolution of the Web over the last three decades has led to a deluge of scientific and news articles on the Internet. Harnessing these publications in different fields of study is critical to effective end user information consumption. Similarly, in the domain of heal...
4. ESSAYS EXAMINING ROLE- BASED BEHAVIORS
ABSTRACT
My research examines role-based behavior in consumption contexts, with a particular focus on integrating contemporary social-role and identity theories with other, seemingly disparate theories like tokenism and mental accounting. My two essays are linked by the idea that &ldquo...
5. SIMULATION AND THEORETICAL STUDY OF SWIMMING AND RESISTIVE FORCES WITHIN GRANULAR MEDIA
ABSTRACT.
One way to investigate the physics of a medium is to study the forces on intruders moving through the media. A special case of intruders moving in media is the locomotion of organisms. Locomotion within fluids (flying in air and swimming in water) has been extensively studied...
6. MODIFICATION OF SURFACE, PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES OF ACTIVATED CARBONS FOR WATER PURIFICATION BY
ABSTRACT
The purpose of this work was to study the effect of chemical surface properties of activated carbons for their use in water purification. To achieve this objective, activated carbon in both granular and powdered forms namely: as received and devolatilized carbons were prepared....
7. MODIFICATION OF SURFACE, PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES OF ACTIVATED CARBONS FOR WATER PURIFICATION
ABSTRACT
The purpose of this work was to study the effect of chemical surface properties of activated carbons for their use in water purification. To achieve this objective, activated carbon in both granular a...
8. THE EXTENT TO WHICH TERTIARY EDUCATION ENHANCES SOCIOECONOMIC ADVANCEMENT OF YOUTHS. A STUDY OF UNDERGRADUATE IN AEFUNAI (ALEX EKWUEME FEDERAL UNIVERSITY NDUFU-ALIKE EBONYI STATE)
CHAPTER ONE
INTRODUCTION
1.1 Background of the study
Tertiary education serves as a crucial gateway to socioeconom...
9. Comparative Study of Traditional and Next-Generation Firewalls in Federal University, Gashua, Yobe State
Background of the Study
Firewalls play a critical role in securing university networks by monitoring and controlling incoming and outgoing network traffic based on predetermined security rules. Traditional firewalls primarily function at the network and transport layers of...
10. Analysis of IoT-Based Smart Air Quality Monitoring for Urban Areas in Gombe LGA, Gombe State
Background of the study:
Urban areas face increasing challenges related to air pollution, which adversely affects public health and environmental quality. In Gombe LGA, traditional air quality monitoring relies on stationary stations that provide limited, infrequent data,...
11. Analysis of IoT‐Based Smart Medical Supply Chain Monitoring Systems in Birnin Kebbi LGA, Kebbi State
Background of the study
In the healthcare sector, the efficiency of medical supply chains is critical for ensuring that essential drugs, equipment, and consumables reach health facilities in a timely manner. In Birnin Kebbi LGA, traditional supply chain management methods...
12. Enhancing IoT‐Based Smart Weather Prediction Systems for Farmers in Wudil LGA, Kano State
Background of the study
Agriculture in Wudil LGA is heavily dependent on weather conditions, yet traditional forecasting methods often fail to provide the localized, real-time data that farmers need to optimize crop management. IoT-based smart weather prediction systems h...
13. Analysis of IoT‐Based Smart Urban Air Pollution Reduction Systems in Kano Municipal LGA, Kano State
Background of the study
Urban air pollution poses significant health and environmental risks in rapidly developing cities. In Kano Municipal LGA, increased industrial activity and vehicular emissions have led to deteriorating air quality, which impacts public health and o...
14. An Investigation of Sentiment Analysis on Student Feedback for Course Improvement in Federal University Lokoja, Kogi State
Background of the Study
Student feedback is an invaluable resource for enhancing course content and delivery, yet traditional methods of gathering and analyzing this feedback are often subjective and time-consuming. At Federal University Lokoja, Kogi State, sentiment anal...
15. Development of a Big Data-Driven System for Predicting University Graduate Employment Trends in Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, Sokoto State
Background of the Study
The transition from academia to the workforce is a critical phase for university graduates, and understanding employment trends is essential for developing effective career support programs. At Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, the development o...
16. Design of a Predictive Analytics Model for University Student Learning Outcomes in Federal University Gashua, Yobe State
Background of the Study
Improving student learning outcomes is a central objective for higher education institutions, and predictive analytics models are emerging as powerful tools to forecast academic performance. At Federal University Gashua, Yobe State, the design of a...
17. An appraisal of market segmentation in Islamic financial services
Background of the Study
Market segmentation involves dividing a broad consumer or business market into sub-groups of consumers (segments) based on shared characteristics. In Islamic financial services, market segmentation is particularly crucial because IFIs must not only...
18. An Appraisal of Customer Segmentation Strategies in Islamic Banking
Background of the Study
Customer segmentation is a critical strategy for tailoring products and services to the specific needs of diverse market segments. In Islamic banking, effective segmentation goes beyond traditional demographic factors to incorporate behavioral, cul...
19. The effect of digital transformation on agricultural loan processing in rural areas: a case study of Fortis Microfinance Bank
Background of the Study
Digital transformation has emerged as a critical factor in modernizing financial services, particularly in rural areas where traditional methods of loan processing often lead to delays and inefficiencies. Fortis Microfinance Bank, serving a predomi...
20. The effect of data-driven digital marketing on customer acquisition in banking: a case study of Access Bank Nigeria
Background of the Study
Digital marketing has evolved from a broad promotional tool into a precise, data-driven strategy that is transforming customer acquisition across industries. In the banking sector, data-driven digital marketing leverages vast amounts of customer da...
21. The Effect of FDI on Regional Economic Development in Nigeria
Background of the Study
Regional economic development in Nigeria is marked by significant disparities in income, infrastructure, and industrialization. Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) has the potential to influence regional development by fostering industrial growth, impr...
22. Exploring the Impact of GDP Growth on Income Distribution Across Nigerian Regions
Background of the Study
Income distribution is a key dimension of social and economic development, and its relationship with GDP growth has significant implications for equitable development. In Nigeria, where regional disparities in wealth and access to resources are pron...
23. The Effect of FDI Inflows on Job Creation in Nigeria’s Manufacturing Sector
Background of the Study
The manufacturing sector in Nigeria has long been considered a potential engine for industrialization and job creation. In recent years, FDI inflows have emerged as a critical component in revitalizing this sector by providing necessary capital, mod...
24. The Impact of Interest Rate Changes on Loan Demand in Nigeria
Background of the Study
In Nigeria, interest rate fluctuations are a critical determinant of loan demand, influencing borrowing behavior across both households and businesses. Changes in interest rates, often driven by the monetary policy decisions of the Central Bank of...
25. An evaluation of digital consent practices on marketing engagement: Evidence from an online platform in Abuja, Nigeria.
Background of the study
Digital consent practices are fundamental to ensuring that consumers have control over their personal data, particularly in the context of digital marketing. An online platform in Abuja has implemented robust consent mechanisms to obtain us...
26. The effect of data protection measures on personalized ad effectiveness: A study of an e-commerce company in Port Harcourt, Nigeria.
Background of the study
Data protection measures are critical in the era of personalized advertising, where consumer data drives the creation of targeted marketing messages. In Port Harcourt, an e-commerce company has implemented advanced data protection protocols...
27. An assessment of data protection frameworks on personalized advertising outcomes: A case study of a tech startup in Abuja.
Background of the study
Data protection frameworks are essential for ensuring that personalized advertising remains effective while safeguarding consumer information. In Abuja, a tech startup has developed and implemented a comprehensive data protection framework,...
28. An appraisal of digital consent mechanisms on personalized marketing outcomes: A study of a tech startup in Kano.
Background of the study
Digital consent mechanisms are pivotal in ensuring ethical data usage and building consumer trust in personalized marketing. In Kano, a tech startup has implemented advanced digital consent mechanisms, including granular opt-in options, det...
29. An appraisal of digital consent mechanisms on personalized marketing outcomes: A study of a tech startup in Kano.
Background of the study:
Digital consent mechanisms are crucial for ensuring ethical data usage and bolstering consumer trust in personalized marketing. In Kano, a tech startup has implemented advanced consent mechanisms, including granular opt-in options, detailed cons...
30. An examination of ROI-focused marketing metrics on campaign success: A case study of an online retailer in Lagos, Nigeria.
Background of the study:
ROI-focused marketing metrics have become a cornerstone in evaluating digital campaign success, especially for online retailers operating in competitive markets such as Lagos. This study investigates how key performance indicators—such as cost per acquisit...
31. An examination of AI-enhanced topic modeling for library subject indexing in Federal University of Technology, Owerri Library, Imo State
Background of the study
Subject indexing assigns descriptors to library materials, enabling efficient discovery. Traditional manual indexing is labor‑intensive and subject to inconsistencies (Borgman, 2023). AI‑enhanced topic modeling—using algorithms like Latent Dir...
32. An evaluation of AI-enhanced document clustering for academic subject classification in Nasarawa State Polytechnic Library, Lafia, Nasarawa State
Background of the study
Document clustering groups texts into thematic clusters without predefined labels, using AI algorithms like k‑means, hierarchical clustering, and neural embeddings (Borgman, 2023). In library subject classification, clustering can suggest subject gr...
