1. ACCEPTANCE AND UTILISATION OF FAMILY PLANNING SERVICES AMONGST SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS
1.1 Background to Study
Family planning is widely acknowledged as an important intervention towards achieving Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) four (4) and five (5) as it has proven to reduce maternal and child mortality. Family planning can prevent unwanted pregnancies and unsafe ab...
2. ASSESSMENT OF AWARENESS AND PRACTICE FOR PROMOTION OF MENTAL HEALTH AMONG STUDENTS
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According to the WHO definition (2001), mental health is a state of well-being in which an individual makes full use of his or her abilities, successfully copes with stress in daily li...
3. ASSESSMENT OF THE LEVEL OF BIOTECHNOLOGY EDUCATION AMONG TERTIARY EDUCATION STUDENTS IN FEDERAL UNIVERSITY OF OTUOKE IN BAYELSA STATE
BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY
Biotechnology is one of the most important scientific revolutions of the twenty first century, with applications that have the potential to revolutionise many industry sectors. The rapid development and applications of biotechnology has tr...
4. CAUSES AND EFFECTS OF DROPOUT AMONG UNDERGRADUATES IN NIGERIA: A CASE STUDY OF LAGOS STATE
1.1 BACKGROUND TO THE STUDY
Education is an instrument for developing the nation. It is also an instrument for developing hidden talents in an individual. It is the only means of eliminating illiteracy in any society. The importance of education to the development of in...
5. CLASS SIZE AND TEACHER’S EFFECTIVENESS IN SECONDARY SCHOOLS
1.1 BACKGROUND TO THE STUDY
For many years, educators, politicians and people in general have debated on the number of students a teacher can work effectively to ensure students adequate learning. Although most people would agree that having a few...
6. CONSERVATIVE PRACTICES OF INFORMATION RESOURCES BY LIBRARIES FOR ENHANCED COLLECTION USEFULNESS IN UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES IN ENUGU STATE
Background of the Study
The earliest and most fundamental responsibility of academic library is the conservation of knowledge. An academic library according to Akpata (1979) and Edoka (1992), refers to a library that caters :or the needs of those enqag...
7. CRITICAL ANALYSIS OF TEAMWORK AS A TOOL FOR ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT BY OFFICE MANAGER
BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY
Progression is the major objective of an organisation. An organisation need to progress financially, structural and increase quality and improve quality of its production to meet a higher demand and capture more public interests. This depends on...
8. EFFECT OF PRICING STRATEGIES ON SALES VOLUME -A CASE STUDY FPA MARKETING MODEL SHOP
Background of the study
Businesses today are facing one of the most competitive eras in history. The rise and fall of businesses and the outright failure of some businesses suggest that if businesses are not properly managed and do not have a clear direction, its organi...
9. A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF OUT-DOOR PLAY ENVIRONMENT IN PRIVATE AND PUBLIC PRE-SCHOOLS IN NIGERIA
Background to the Study
Children's play has always been a natural phenomenon. Children who are healthy and not disabled (physically challenged), according to Aziza (2000), cannot live without playing in their natural environments. In some cultures,...
10. A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS ON THE CHALLENGES OF TEACHING PRACTICE EXPERIENCES OF HOME ECONOMICS STUDENT-TEACHERS AND POSSIBLE PANACEA
BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY
A student teacher observed that the practical component of teacher training - practice teaching - was a challenging and stressful element of the course. She didn't seem to appreciate the experience. The experience of this student teacher desc...
11. A COMPARATIVE STUDY OF GUIDANCE AND COUNSELING SERVICES EFFECT ON SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS’ ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE IN NIGERIA
Background to the study
Since the Nigeria Republic's independence from colonial rule, numerous positive advances have occurred, both in the structure and operation of society, with the educational system being no exception. In Nigeria, the education...
12. A CRITICAL EVALUATION OF ORGANIZATIONAL CULTURE AND ITS IMPACT ON CONSTRUCTION PROJECT COMPLETION RATE IN NIGERIA
BACKGROUND OF STUDY
The construction sector, according to Ashworth et al. (1997), is one of the most important sectors of the economy, employing a varied variety of skilled and unskilled people. These professionals offer a wide range of products and se...
13. A CRITICAL EVALUATION OF STUDENTS INDUSTRIAL WORKING EXPERIENCE SCHEME (SIWES) AND ITS BENEFITS AND CHALLENGES IN NIGERIAN UNIVERSITIES
BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY
Students' industrial work experience scheme (SIWES) is a hands-on program designed and supported by the Industrial Training Fund (ITF) in partnership with colleges, polytechnics, and universities to bridge the gap between sch...
14. A CRITICAL STUDY ON THE MARKETING OF LIBRARY SERVICES IN ACADEMIC LIBRARIES IN NIGERIA
Background to the Study
Libraries are a country's knowledge and information basis. A library gathers, organizes, and makes information resources available to people of various ages, backgrounds, and interests. According to Islam (2004), a library is...
15. A CRITICAL SURVEY OF ADVERTISING AS A DETERMINANT OF CUSTOMER PATRONAGE IN THE FAST FOOD INDUSTRY
BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY
Although it is widely assumed that advertising predates human history, as a promotional technique, it began with the establishment of trade. According to Samson (981), "in those early days, advertising was done in vari...
16. A STATISTICAL SURVEY OF AGRICULTURAL LOAN AND ITS EFFECTS ON FARMING ACTIVITIES IN NIGERIA
Background to the Study
Since the discovery of crude oil in Nigeria, farming has been plagued by discrepancies and relegation. Agriculture is a vital part of the Nigerian economy. Its importance in economic progress cannot be overstated. According to Umar (2004), agricu...
17. ETHICAL USE OF MOBILE DEVICES IN AN ACADEMIC ENVIRONMENT BY UNDERGRADUATE OF SELECTED UNIVERSITIES IN OGUN STATE
Background of the study
Mobile device are arguably another revolutionary invention of our time, besides computer and internet technologies. Mobile technology is growing by leaps and bounds. From 1990 to 2014, worldwide mobile phone subscriptions grew from 12.4 mi...
18. EVALUATION OF ICT-BASED INFORMATION RESOURCES AND SERVICES UTILIZATION IN PRIVATE UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES IN ENUGU STATE, NIGERIA
Background of the study
Library is a fast growing organization, the ancient methods of maintaining it are no longer dynamic and efficient for expeditions, retrieval and dissemination of information and better service for the students; application of modern techniques ha...
19. FEVER AS A PREDICTOR FOR MALARIA INFECTION AMONG INDIVIDUALS ATTENDING KOFAI PHCC IN ARDO-KOLA LGA TARABA STATE
BACKGROUND OF STUDY
Malaria is a life threatening parasitic disease transmitted by female Anopheles mosquitoes. In Nigeria, malaria is responsible for around 60% of the out-patient visits to health facilities, 30% of childhood death, 25% of death in children under one y...
20. IMPROVING PRODUCTIVITY IN THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY THROUGH HUMAN RESOURCES DEVELOPMENT
Background To The Study
Human Resource Management (HRM) is of strategic importance in all organizations. It contributes to the success of the organization and creates competitive advantage for the organization (Rana & Rastogi, 2010). The way HRM practices and polici...
21. OBESITY AND IT IMPLICATIONS AMONG RURAL ADULT
In affluent societies, obesity is the most common nutritional disorder. Obesity is a condition characterized by an abnormally excessive level of body fat (Edinburgh 1995). It is defined as abnormal adipose tissue growth caused by fat cell enlargement (hypertrophic obesity) or an increase in the n...
22. SOUTH EAST FEDERAL UNIVERSITY STUDENT'S PERCEPTION OF ONLINE EDUCATION AMIDST COVID-19 LOCKDOWN
The outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic in December 2019 caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS- CoV-2) caused unprecedented disruptions in human activity, including education (Mouchantaf, 2020). Governments forced citizens to practice a new way of life that limited persona...
23. SOUTH EAST FEDERAL UNIVERSITY STUDENT'S PERCEPTION OF ONLINE EDUCATION AMIDST COVID-19 LOCKDOWN
The outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic in December 2019 caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS- CoV-2) caused unprecedented disruptions in human activity, including education (Mouchantaf, 2020). Governments forced citizens to practice a new way of life that limited persona...
24. A SURVEY OF EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE APPRAISAL AND ITS EFFECTS ON ORGANIZATIONAL PRODUCTIVITY
BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY
The function of performance appraisal is a strategic aspect in any review of the conditions required for an organization's growth and survival. It is considered that both the person and the organization require knowledge of h...
25. AN ANALYSIS OF COMPUTER-ASSISTED INSTRUCTION AND ITS EFFECTS ON ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT AMONG NCE PHYSICS STUDENTS OF DIFFERENT ABILITIES
Background to the study
The world is growing increasingly technologically advanced. The industrial period gave rise to the information era, which is as important as the water we drink since it has brought good improvements to society, business, education, and other aspe...
26. AN APPRAISAL REPORT OF ACCIDENT RATE IN NIGERIA
BACKGROUND TO THE STUDY
According to the Oxford Learners Dictionary, an accident is described as "anything that happens without a visible reason, generally something terrible and unwanted." This means that an accident can occur at any time, anyplace, and at a...
27. AN ASSESSMENT OF ABERRANT BEHAVIOR AMONG SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN NIGERIA
BACKGROUND TO THE STUDY
Abnormal behavior is described as failing to follow the rules or standards of society or the norms of the school. According to the Oxford Advanced Learners Dictionary six editions, deviant behavior is defined as behavior that differs from what is...
28. AN ASSESSMENT OF ADAPTIVE EQUIPMENT TECHNOLOGY FOR SUPPORTING HANDICAPPED PERSONS IN THE LIBRARY ENVIRONMENT
Background of the Study
Articles 19 and 21 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) of December 10, 1948, state that the availability and use of information are essential human rights problems. In this information age, it is more important th...
29. AN ASSESSMENT OF EXCLUSIVE BREASTFEEDING AND ITS EFFECTIVENESS IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF UNDER 5 CHILDREN
Background of Study
Infant feeding practices are a significant driver of infant nutritional status, which has an impact on infant morbidity and death. Breastfeeding is one of the most important feeding strategies since it is essential for an infant'...
30. AN ASSESSMENT OF LABOR OUTPUT DETERMINATION ON WINDOWS AND DOORS FIXING
BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY
The construction industry's productivity is extremely important to its efficiency. According to...
31. AN ASSESSMENT OF SHELVING OF LIBRARY MATERIAL IN COLLEGE LIBRARIES
BACKGROUND TO THE STUDY
Shelving library materials is a proven method of ensuring that books and other information materials are placed on the right shelves after being processed at the Technical Services Section or after being consulted by users (Danie...
32. AN ASSESSMENT OF THE EFFECTIVENESS OF STANDARD COSTING AS A CONTROL TOOL FOR PERFORMANCE EVALUATION IN MANUFACTURING COMPANIES
BACKGROUD OF THE STUDY
Knowing that a standard is a pre-determined foundation or benchmark against which actual performance results are measured. A standard cost is a predefined or established cost, objective, or goal that the management of a business o...
33. AN ASSESSMENT OF THE NEGATIVE INFLUENCE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ON ADOLESCENT EDUCATION
BACKGROUND OF STUDY
This research focuses on the detrimental consequences of information and communication technologies (ICT) in Early Childhood Education (ECE). Traditionally, the majority of ICT writing has been focused on the obligatory sector, with any reference to...
34. AN EVALUATION OF BANDITRY AND ITS A CRITICAL EFFECT ON RURAL COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT IN NIGERIA
BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY
Nigeria has been a battleground for quite some time. Aside from the ongoing conflict between farmers and herders, other major security issues include Biafra insurgents, radical Islamists in the North-East, kidnappings in various...
35. AN EVALUATION OF CLASS SIZE AND ITS RELATIONSHIP WITH STUDENTS’ ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE IN BIOLOGY
BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY
Educators have struggled to understand the link between class size and academic performance. Physical environment, ethnicity, socioeconomics, overcrowding, and teaching techniques are all characteristics that impact student succ...
36. AN EVALUATION OF HOME MOVIES AND ITS INFLUENCE ON THE DRESSING PATTERNS OF STUDENTS OF TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS IN NIGERIA
Background of study
Home movies are valued as a means of mass communication all over the world. In Nigeria, there are about one million home movie film viewers who are influenced in some manner by the themes addressed in Nigerian home movies. The...
37. AN EVALUATION OF THE CAREER EXPERIENCES OF PROFESSIONAL WOMEN IN THE NIGERIAN CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY
BACKGROUND TO THE STUDY
In terms of economic growth and job prospects, the construction industry is one of the most significant (Powell, Hassan, Dainty,...
38. AN EVALUATION OF THE COVID-19 LOCKDOWN AND ITS EFFECT ON IMPORTATION IN NIGERIA
BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY
Importing raw materials and machinery is one way to increase profit margins. Importing items has a lot of advantages, including excellent quality, affordable pricing, and advantages associated to international trade. An importer...
39. AN EXAMINATION OF CULTISM AND ITS EFFECTS ON THE NIGERIAN TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS
Background of the Study
Secret cult violence has occurred in Nigerian higher education institutions during the previous two decades. Cult activities including bloodletting and the wasting of human lives have reached frightening proportions. Secret cult...
40. AN EXAMINATION OF STUDENTS PARTICIPATION OF THE 18+ WARNING SIGN IN ALCOHOL ADVERTISEMENTS IN NIGERIA TERTIARY INSTITUTION
Background to the Study
The most widely used substance among teenagers is alcohol. It's a common toxin that may affect practically any organ or system in the body if consumed in excess (Anderson, 2007). As a result of intoxication, alcohol intake involves a risk of...
41. AN EXAMINATION OF THE LINK BETWEEN LEARNING PATTERN AND ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT OF STUDENTS
BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY
For some time, educational researchers have been examining the techniques by which individuals learn, a topic of significant interest to those working in higher education. This gave rise to the notion of learning styles, of which...
42. AN INVESTIGATION OF INFRASTRUCTURAL FACILITIES FOR TEACHING ECONOMICS IN SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN NIGERIA
BACKGROUND TO THE STUDY
In many African countries, inadequate education has proven to be the most significant impediment to political, social, and economic reform. School infrastructure has been identified as a significant influence in quantitative educ...
43. GOVERNMENT EXPENDITURE AND ECONOMIC GROWTH IN NIGERIA: A DISAGGREGATED ANALYSIS
BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY
The relationship between government expenditure and economic growth has continued to generate series of debate among scholars. Government performs two functions-Protection (and security) and Provision of certain public goods...
44. IMPACT OF E-PAYMENT ON ONLINE SHOPPING BEHAVIOUR
Background Of The Study
The 21st century has witnessed a great exodus from the traditional business model (Brick) to Electronic business (Click).This paradigm shift can be associated with the corresponding increase in the knowledge of information t...
45. IMPACT OF PRICING AND MARKETING OF BEVERAGE
BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY
Decision about prices of a company’s product and services are among the most important activities the business organization undertaken infact few decision that these organization make arouse as much interest as those concerning prices. The...
46. AN INVESTIGATION OF MASS FAILURE IN FUTURE IN FURTHER MATHEMATICS AND PERFORMANCE IN PHYSICS IN SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN NIGERIA
Background to the Study
Mass failure in a course happens when a substantial percentage (about 70%) of students who enrol for a certain examination fail that test. According to research, there are several reasons that lead to widespread student failure i...
47. ANALYSIS OF INSURANCE AWARENESS AND INSURANCE PERFORMANCE IN THE NIGERIAN ECONOMY
Background Of The Study
The insurance business serves as the backbone of Nigeria's risk management system. Insurance companies are non-bank financial businesses that play an essential role in financial intermediation within the financial system of a...
48. ASSESSMENT OF STUDY HABITS AND THEIR IMPACT ON SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS' ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE
BACKGROUND OF STUDY
Scholars and educational authorities have long been interested in the relationship between study habits and student academic achievement.
Students in any educational environment are always striving for academic achievement,...
49. DIFFICULTIES AND SURVIVING MECHANISMS OF SMALL SCALE INDUSTRIES AFTER THE COVID-19 LOCKDOWN PERIOD IN NIGERIA
BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY
Because SSIs come in a variety of forms and have made significant contributions to nation building, the promotion of small scale industries has been a priority for governments all over the world (Aderemi et al. 2019; Tehseen &...
50. ECONOMICS TEACHERS PERCEPTION ON THE INFLUENCE OF EDUCATION ON ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT IN NIGERIA
Background of the study
Human capital is a key factor of economic success. As a component of human capital, education improves socioeconomic indices. Endogenous growth theory has highlighted the importance of the relationship between education and econo...
