CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY In comparison to other modes such as the transport of air, rail and water networks, the road transport system is by far the most popular way of transport in Nigeria. Studies in recent years have shown that Nigeria has more than 90% of the road transport infrastructure. The […]

CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.0 BACGROUND OF THE STUDY Any form of violence that leads to insecurity in rural areas where majority of the people are farmers is bound to affect food security and farming practices anywhere in the world. Farming system is an integrated set of activities that farmers execute in their farms under their […]

CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.0 BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY The COVID-19 pandemic has devastated the world of works. Its impact, which varies across sectors, has been significant in the construction sector.The construction sector has an important role to play within the overall economy of any given country. How that role manifests itself will vary greatly from […]

CHAPTER ONE   INTRODUCTION   1.1 BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY According to current figures, there are nearly 925 million starving people on the planet.  Just under 180 million pre-school children are stunted, meaning they suffer from chronic malnutrition.Hunger is “a situation in which people do not get enough basic food to give them the energy and […]

CHAPTER ONE   INTRODUCTION   1.0 BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY Migration is regarded as the movement of person(s) from one ecological region to another region, which might be on temporary or permanent origin [Adewale 2005]. A group of persons migrate based on the existing conditions and the motives for it differs from one person to […]

CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY There are unique issues and threats of every community across the globe. It’s not an exception to Nigeria. She faces her own national, political, economic and cultural challenges as a developing world that have to a large extent influenced the welfare of people. This include joblessness and the […]

CHAPTER ONE   INTRODUCTION   BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY Nigeria has been a battlefield for some time now. In addition to the perennial war between farms and herdmen, the Biafra rebels, radical Islamists in the North-East, kidnaps in several regions of the country, the Niger Delta imbroglio and so on face other prominent security problems. […]

ABSTRACT The study was focused on the importance of human resources management in employee performance and productivity using Dataplus Interactive Limited in Abuja as case study. The study employed survey research design. with the use of purposive sampling method, thirty(30) respondent who are staffs of Dataplus Interactive Limited were selected. Questionnaire was issued, retrieved and validated for […]

ABSTRACT This study was carried out on office communication skills and organization performance in the banking industry using First Bank Plc. Rivers State as case study. To achieve this, three significant research objectives were formulated. The survey design was adopted and the simple random sampling techniques were employed in this study. The population size comprise of staff […]

CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background Of The Study Organizations are formed all over the globe, in both the public and commercial sectors, with the primary purpose of achieving predefined goals and objectives. The importance of human components (workers) in accomplishing these aims and objectives cannot be overstated (Gberevbie, Joshua, Excellence-Oluye, & Oyeyemi, 2017). This is […]

CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1       Background of the study One idea that has evolved in effective relationships between organizations and society at large is leadership. Leadership is defined as the method through which an individual inspires a group of people to reach a common purpose or the key to trust that comes from others’ esteem (Northouse, 2004). […]

ABSTRACT This study was carried out to examine the influence of inadequate information technology on academic performance of OTM students using Federal Polytechnic, Ede. Specifically, the study examined if office technology students are access to information technology in other to boost their academic performance. The study also evaluate if there is a relationship between information […]

ABSTRACT This study was carried out on abortion legalization and its impact on sexual practices of youths: a study of FCT residents. To achieve this 3 research questions were formulated. The survey design was adopted and the simple random sampling techniques were employed in this study. The population size comprise of selected residents of the […]

ABSTRACT This study was carried out to assess obesity and it implications among rural adult. Specifically, the study determined the level of obesity prevalence among rural adults, identified the factors that influence overweight and obesity among rural adults, identified the health risk factors associated with overweight and obesity among rural adults and, suggesting ways to […]

ABSTRACT   This study was carried out to examine knowledge on cause and prevention of anaemia among pregnant women attending antenatal clinic with a special reference to mother and child hospital Akure, Ondo state. Specifically, the study examined the causes of anaemia among pregnant women attending antenatal clinic. The study also evaluate if pregnant women […]

CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION Background of the study 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 life, works efficiently and fruitfully, and is capable of making a positive contribution to society. Mental health […]

ABSTRACT This study was carried out to environmental pollution and it’s associated health risk among residents of Nkpor, Idemili North, Local Government Area of Anambra State. Specifically, the study examined the knowledge of environmental Pollution among residents of Nkpor, Idemili North, Local Government Area of Anambra State, assessed the perception of environmental Pollution among residents […]

CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION Background of the study Since Ukraine’s independence in 1991, tensions between the two countries (Ukraine and Russia) have been obvious (Orest,2009). Since then, Ukraine has remained one of Russia’s most powerful satellite republics, influenced by Russian politicians, oligarchs, and corporations (Orest ,2009). After independence, the Ukrainian government exhibited a high level of […]

CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1` Background of the study The war between Russia and Ukraine, according to Lakomy (2022), arose over a number of concerns. The foreign watchers of the war are concerned about a complicated interaction of ethnic, religious, political, and economic interests. Lakomy (2022), Mearsheimer (2021), and Zwolski (2018) all stressed the European Union’s participation […]

CHAPTER ONE   INTRODUCTION   1.1 Background of the study According to Benkovskis (2022) twenty-five years after the collapse of the Iron Curtain, the current acute crisis in Russian-Western ties is not only a tremendous setback, but it is also escalating into a hazardous geopolitical clash. The conflict’s economic ramifications are as serious: not just for […]

CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background of the study According to Gross, (2022) it’s not simple to figure just how beneficial mediation is. Indeed, in certain circumstances of mediation, there is no obvious distinction between’ success’ and ‘failure’ (Gross, 2022), since such judgement are highly dependent on the conflict’s temporal horizon. Effectiveness may be judged objectively ( […]

CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background of the study Following weeks of international tension and suspicion about Russian President Vladimir Putin’s intentions toward Ukrainian President , Russian forces have invaded Ukraine from multiple angles (Poroshenko, 2022). Russia recently recognized the independence of the entire Donbas region in eastern Ukraine, implying at first that Russia’s ambitions were limited […]

CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background of the study Following weeks of heightened tensions and rising fighting in eastern Ukraine, Russian forces invaded the nation on February 24th, according to Poroshenko (2022). Major strikes have been reported throughout Ukraine, including in the capital, Kyiv, causing widespread terror and panic, forcing many people to seek cover in shelters and […]

ABSTRACT This study was carried out to effect of maternal literacy on nutritional status 0-5 years with special reference to mother and child hospital Ondo State. Specifically, the study assess mothers’ knowledge level in recommended childcare practices relating to nutrition. The study also investigate whether translation of acquired health and nutritional knowledge into practice is dependent on […]

CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background Of The Study Entrepreneurship is increasingly recognized as an important driver of economic growth, productivity, innovation, and employment, and it is widely accepted as a key aspect of economic dynamism (Baron, 2001). On the contrary, Kpelai (2007) claimed that the role of entrepreneurship and its culture in economic and social […]

CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background of the Study Local government, whether in a rural or urban context, plays a critical role in the socioeconomic development of the grassroots. By making governance and service delivery available to residents at the community level, the government is closest to the grassroots. It also aids the administrative and political growth […]

CHAPTER ONE   INTRODUCTION   1.1 BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY Police officers are state employees tasked with the responsibility of ‘law enforcement and order maintenance’ in society. The police have the power to use force, including violence, in order to carry out these twin missions. Police officers’ use of force or violence is regulated by national […]

CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background Of The Study According to the Financial Action Task Force (FATF 2014), digital currency is a digital representation of value that is digitally transmitted while functioning as a medium of exchange, unit of account, and store of value, and it works exclusively by agreement among virtual currency users. Similarly, The […]

CHAPTER ONE   INTRODUCTION   1.1 BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY In Nigeria, the most prominent and widely used legacy of colonization is English. Its effective implementation has earned it the position of an official language, implying that it will be used in politics, administration, law, religion, government, and governance, as well as in education and […]

CHAPTER ONE   INTRODUCTION   1.1 BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY Vaccine-preventable diseases (VPDs) like measles, tetanus, tuberculosis, poliomyelitis, pertussis, diphtheria, yellow fever, and hepatitis B contribute significantly to morbidity and mortality in children under the age of five in developing nations (HRFN,2006). VPDs are expected to cause over 2 million deaths worldwide each year, with roughly […]

CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1       Background of the study Security is pivotal in the conduct of human affairs from time immemorial. According to Agekome (2000), Security is a familiar cliché that has currency over the years. When a society is secure and peaceful, it enjoys rapid economic and social development. But a restive and insecure society […]

CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY Technological advancements, globalization of competition, the increasing importance of information, increasingly competitive environments, and changes in consumer demographic characteristics (e.g., an increase in the number of employed women, changes in family structure) have all contributed to significant changes in marketing and advertising. Classic advertising becomes less and […]

CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1  Background of the study Migration has become a dynamic phenomena in this age of fast globalization, with a variety of reasons leading to the movement of huge numbers of people over many geographical routes. Travel and communication across vast distances have been made simpler as a result of globalization and technological innovation, […]

CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background of the study Tax income is critical for both developed and developing nations’ long-term viability. To begin with, taxation is the primary source of revenue for the federal government, since tax collection is obligatory and consistent, ensuring financial stability. Second, through providing public goods and services, taxes seeks to satisfy social […]

CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background of the study Providing more public services with less public spending is an ongoing challenge for all developing countries. The provision of public services in the country is the primary responsibility of the government, complemented by the private sector. Service delivery is more complex in the public sector as it is not just […]

CHAPTER ONE   INTRODUCTION   1.1 Background Of Study The importance of a good health-care delivery system for any population is self-evident and can not be overstated. A healthy person is a significant asset not just to himself, his family, and society as a whole. The World Health Organization (WHO) defined health in 1948 as a […]

CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background Of The Study Considering the rapid technological advancement and financial market evolution, a lot of innovative transactional products have emerged in recent years. According to McKarles (2019), the global financial system has clearly embraced the contemporary transition from physical currency to nearly digital currencies via the medium of technology. Despite […]

CHAPTER ONE   INTRODUCTION   1.1 BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY Criminality is ingrained in human nature and history. As a consequence, no society will pretend to be completely free of violence. Crime behavior, on the other hand, appears to correspond to a society’s pattern of social and economic development. It is not unexpected, then, that a low-development nation sees an uptick in the incidence of violent crimes such as armed robbery, politically motivated killings, the usage of […]

CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY In Nigeria, the beginning of reforms may be traced back to the time when the country was under colonial control. In point of fact, the colonial administration of Nigeria made a few attempts between the years 1941 and 1947 to reform and reorganise the Nigeria Civil Service (Akinwunmi, […]

CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.0 BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY Migration is regarded as the movement of person(s) from one ecological region to another region, which might be on temporary or permanent origin [Adewale 2005]. A group of persons migrate based on the existing conditions and the motives for it differs from one person to another depending […]

CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY Water resource management has acquired prominence in global development discussions throughout the years. Water is required for the survival of humans and all other living things. It has a wide range of applications. It is utilized for industrial, household, and irrigation reasons, for example, and society receives […]

CHAPTER ONE   INTRODUCTION   1.1 BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY Every day, a large number of drugs are introduced onto the market around the world. Nevertheless, due to a lack of understanding, the safety of medicines remains a key worry for many demographic groups. An adverse drug reaction (ADR) is defined by the World Health Organization […]

CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background Of The Study Pregnancy termination, or induced abortion, is a significant public health concern in Africa [1]. It is defined as a pregnancy that is ended voluntarily by intervention. Despite the fact that abortion services are severely restricted in Africa, with only four of the 54 countries having relatively liberal […]

CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY Rural health improvement is an important area of focus by the government of Ghana in the bid to reduce poverty. This is because ill health, malnutrition and a high birth rate are often reasons for poverty in households. However, poverty itself is also a cause of ill health […]

CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background of the study A cell phone or a mobile device ICT refers to a tiny, portable computer equipment with a display screen and a little keyboard that may be carried in one’s hand or stored in a pocket (Gyongyi, 2005). To put it another way, their functioning isn’t limited to a […]

CHAPTER ONE   INTRODUCTION   1.1 Background of the study Conflict is one of life’s most unavoidable realities, and it is an inextricable element of our existence. It may be found at all levels of human civilization and in many forms. The concept of conflict has attracted a lot of attention and interest all around the […]