1. 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...
2. THE ROLE OF NON-GOVERNMENTAL ORGANIZATIONS IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF RURAL AREAS
INTRODUCTION
Over the years, successive Non-Governmental Organization Agencies in Nigeria have demonstrated appreciable interest towards the provision of amenities to both the rural and urban population of the country (Man, 2017). The interest shown by this non-gov...
3. EFFECT OF COUNSELING ON THE PSYCHOLOGICAL ADJUSTMENT OF PEOPLE LIVING WITH HIV/AIDS
Background of the study
HIV/AIDS has become a threat to public health in Nigeria as a result of its devastating consequences, which are manifested in forms of prolonged sickness, deaths and increase in number of orphans and widows/widowers. Nigeria has an estimated popu...
4. EXAMINATION OF COUNSELING AND ITS EFFECT ON THE PSYCHOLOGICAL ADJUSTMENT OF PEOPLE LIVING WITH HIV/AIDS IN NIGERIA
Background of the study
HIV/AIDS has become a threat to public health in Nigeria as a result of its devastating consequences, which are manifested in forms of prolonged sickness, deaths and increase in number of orphans and widows/widowers. Nigeria has...
5. DEPRIVATION OF WIDOWS INHERITANCE RIGHT BY THEIR HUSBANDS RELATIVES: A SURVEY OF ITS IMPACT
BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY
A lady whose spouse has passed away is known as a widow (Catherine Soanes 2001). Widowhood is the status of having lost one's spouse due to the death of that spouse. In many civilizations, the problem of widows has been a major societal conce...
6. EFFECT OF BANDITRY ON RURAL COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT IN NIGERIA
BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY
Nigeria has been a battleground for quite some time. In addition to the ongoing conflict between farmers and herders, other notable security issues include Biafra insurgents, radical Islamists in the North-East, kidnappings in se...
7. THE RATE AND CAUSES OF INFANT MORTALITY
Abstract
This study investigated the rate and causes of infant mortality. The study was carried out in Irrua Teaching Hospital, Edo state, Nigeria. A reconnaissance survey was carried out in order to identify the various locations of hospitals in the LGAs. During the re...
8. GENDER INEQUALITY AND THE STATUS OF WIDOWS IN NIGERIA: IMPLICATION FOR COUNSELING
Abstract
This study is on gender inequality and the status of widows in Nigeria: implication of counseling. The total population for the study is 200 residents from Ikono LGA, Akwa Ibom. The researcher used questionnaires as the instrument for the data collection....
9. Recklessness of commercial drivers
Background to the Study
Driving a car, bus, lorry or an articulated-vehicle is a psychomotor activity that requires a combination of concentration and good visual and auditory functions. Several forces that can negatively affect driving mostly fall within the purview of...
10. HISTORICAL DISCOURSE ON SOCIAL WELFARE SERVICES OF THE CATHOLIC CHURCH IN OWERRI ECCLESIASTICAL PROVINCE, NIGERIA, 1968-2016
Background to the Study
The Church from inception has rendered various levels of social welfare services to humanity as a duty and an embodiment of the church. Jesus Christ in His time engaged in welfare services to people apart from teaching the word of God. He healed...
11. HISTORICAL DYNAMICS OF INTERACTION OF CHRISTIANITY WITH OZO INSTITUTION AND WIDOWHOOD PRACTICES IN OGIDI, 1985-2015
Background to the Study
When asked to define history, what comes to mind is a systematic and expository record of past events, their causes, their effects, their peaks and their declines. History deals with people, institutions and relationships as a study in humanities...
12. ACCESS AND UTILIZATION OF INFORMATION FOR ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT BY WIDOWS IN ZARIA LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, KADUNA STATE
ABSTRACT
This study focused on access and utilization of information for economic empowerment by widows in Zaria local government area, Kaduna state. Five (5) research questions and two (2) null hypotheses were formulated. The research sought to find out the types of information for eco...
13. IMPACT OF DEPRIVATION OF WIDOWS INHERITANCE RIGHT BY THEIR HUSBANDS RELATIVES
BACKGROUND OF STUDY
A widow is a woman whose husband has died. (Catherine Soanes 2001). The state of having lost ones spouse to death is termed widowhood. Problem of widows have been an important social issue in many societies in which the husband was typically the brea...
14. The Impact of Communication on Eradicating Harmful Widowhood Practices in Ankpa Local Government Area, Kogi State
Background of the Study
Harmful widowhood practices, such as forced confinement, property dispossession, and ritual humiliation, remain prevalent in some parts of Nigeria, including Ankpa Local Government Area, Kogi State. These practices violate human rights and perpet...
15. An Examination of the Socio-Economic Challenges Faced by Conflict Widows: A Case Study of Kaga Local Government Area, Borno State
Background of the Study
Armed conflicts have devastating effects on communities, leaving many women widowed and struggling to support themselves and their families. In Kaga Local Government Area, Borno State, the Boko Haram insurgency has resulted in th...
16. An Investigation into the Prevalence of Depression Among Widows in Sokoto State
Background of the Study
Widowhood is a life-altering event that often brings about significant psychological stress, particularly in societies where social and economic support systems may be lacking. In Sokoto State, widows face unique challenges, includ...
17. The role of adult literacy in empowering widows economically in Mubi North Local Government Area, Adamawa State
Background of the Study
Adult literacy serves as a cornerstone for economic empowerment, particularly for vulnerable groups such as widows in Mubi North. In Adamawa State, widows often face significant socio-economic challenges, including limited access to employment, fin...
18. The role of adult literacy in empowering widows economically in Mubi North Local Government Area, Adamawa State
Background of the Study
Adult literacy serves as a cornerstone for economic empowerment, particularly for vulnerable groups such as widows in Mubi North. In Adamawa State, widows often face significant socio-economic challenges, including limited access to employment, fin...
19. An assessment of adult literacy programs in fostering entrepreneurship among widows in Kontagora Local Government Area, Niger State
Background of the study
Adult literacy programs tailored for marginalized groups have gained prominence as strategic instruments for socio-economic empowerment. In Kontagora Local Government Area, Niger State, special attention is given to widows who often face economic a...
20. The effect of widowhood rites on women's socio-economic status in Arochukwu Local Government Area, Abia State
Background of the study
Widowhood rites are traditional ceremonies and practices that mark the transition of a woman following the death of her husband. In Arochukwu Local Government Area, Abia State, these rites are deeply embedded in cultural traditions and significantl...
21. An examination of the effect of widowhood practices on women's mental health in Ikwerre Local Government Area, Rivers State.
Background of the Study
The practice of widowhood in the Ikwerre Local Government Area of Rivers State represents a complex interplay of cultural traditions, social expectations, and evolving societal norms. Traditionally, widowhood practices have been entrenched in custo...
22. An analysis of healthcare accessibility for widows in Ohafia Local Government Area, Abia State.
Background of the study
Widows often represent a vulnerable demographic facing unique socio-economic and health challenges. In Ohafia Local Government Area, Abia State, healthcare accessibility for widows is compromised by factors such as limited financial resources, soci...
23. The impact of widowhood practices on women's economic status in Umuahia South Local Government Area, Abia State
Background of the Study
Widowhood practices have profound socio-economic implications, particularly in regions where cultural traditions strongly influence women's roles. In Umuahia South Local Government Area, customary practices surrounding widowhood often restrict women's eco...
24. An analysis of the impact of widow inheritance practices on women’s autonomy in Ugheli South Local Government Area, Delta State
Background of the Study
Widow inheritance practices have deep cultural roots in many parts of Africa, including Ugheli South Local Government Area, Delta State. These practices, traditionally meant to ensure the economic and social security of widows, often restrict women&...
25. An examination of the persistence of widowhood rites among rural women in Afikpo North Local Government, Ebonyi State
Background of the Study:
Widowhood rites among rural women in Afikpo North Local Government are deeply embedded in cultural traditions, serving as structured processes for reintegrating widows into community life. These rites, involving ceremonial practices and communal su...
26. An investigation of economic empowerment programs for widows in Afikpo South Local Government Area, Ebonyi State
Background of the Study
The economic empowerment programs for widows in Afikpo South Local Government Area, Ebonyi State have become a focal point in efforts to improve the livelihoods of marginalized women. Over the past decade, multiple initiatives have been introduced...
27. An investigation of social support and its influence on psychological resilience among widows in Ikom Local Government Area, Cross River State
Background of the Study
Social support is widely recognized as a critical determinant of psychological resilience, particularly among vulnerable populations such as widows. In Ikom, widows frequently face social isolation, economic hardships, and emotional distress follow...
28. An investigation of widowhood rites and their psychological effects on women in Nsukka Local Government Area, Enugu State
Background of the Study
Widowhood rites, as practiced in Nsukka, are deeply embedded in cultural traditions and are designed to help women transition through grief and social reintegration. These rites often involve elaborate ceremonies that signal a widow’s new soc...
