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The Safety And Training Process Vis-A-Vis The Challenges Being Faced In An Organisation. A Case Study Of The Nigeria Police Force
Get PDFThis study investigates the role of safety and training in enhancing the performance, job satisfaction, and organisational effectiveness of officers within the Nigeria Police Force. Using a mixed-methods approach, data were gathered from 94 officers across key departments at the Force Headquarters Annex in Lagos. Findings reveal that while safety and training are widely recognised as critical to operational success, significant gaps exist in implementation ranging from outdated curricula and inconsistent safety measures to the lack of structured post-training evaluation. A chi-square analysis confirmed a statistically significant relationship between participation in training programmes and self-reported improvements in officer performance (p < 0.01). Qualitative insights further highlight concerns around training relevance, equity in access, and the absence of supportive infrastructure. The study concludes that for the Nigeria Police Force to meet contemporary security demands, there must be a shift from tokenistic training to structured, evaluated, and safety-conscious professional development. It recommends the institutionalisation of transparent training policies, regular review of content, and adequate investment in protective resources.
Appendicectomie Par Voie Laparoscopique : Expérience Préliminaire Dans Un Hôpital De La Zone Rurale Camerounaise
Get PDFL’appendicite aigue est l’urgence chirurgicale la plus fréquente dans le monde. Le débat sur quelle voie d’abord serait la référence pour le traitement chirurgical de l’appendicite aigue est toujours d’actualité. Notre étude avait pour but d’évaluer la faisabilité de l’appendicectomie par voie laparoscopique dans la zone semi-rurale camerounaise.Nous avons mené une étude descriptive et rétrospective sur une période de deux ans, dans le service de chirurgie de l’hôpital saint jean de Malte. Etaient inclus les patients opérés pour appendicite aiguë par laparoscopie. Les variables d’étude étaient : l’identité des patients, le diagnostic préopératoire, l’indication opératoire, La procédure chirurgicale, la morbi-mortalité opératoire, la durée d’hospitalisation et le coût de l’intervention. Nous avons inclus 26 dossiers exploitables patients opérés d’appendicite aiguë non compliquée par voie laparoscopique. L’âge moyen des patients était de 29,42. Le sexe ratio était 0,53. 46,15% des patients étaient assurés. La douleur de la fosse iliaque droite était rencontrée dans 96,15% des cas. La défense de la FID dans 80,77% des cas. L’abord laparoscopique était proposé à tous les patients présentant une appendicite aigue non compliquée. L’appendicectomies «IN » était la procédure réalisée dans tous les cas. La durée d’intervention était de 80,04 ± min. Les vomissements ont été rencontrés dans 7,69% et l’iléus dans 3,85%. La durée moyenne d’hospitalisation était de 5.27 ± 5.06 jours. Le coût de l’intervention était 2,7 fois celui de la laparotomie.L’appendicectomie laparoscopique est faisable dans la zone rurale camerounaise. Les techniques les plus économiques pour réduire son coût doivent être identifiées
Impact of Deceptive Advertising on Corporate Image: A Case Study of Nigeria Bottling Company Plc
Get PDFThis study investigates the impact of deceptive advertising on the corporate image of Nigeria Bottling Company Plc (NBC) in Lagos, Nigeria. Using structured questionnaires administered to 100 diverse consumers, the research examines how deceptive advertising influences consumer behavior and brand reputation. Findings reveal that while advertising effectively informs and persuades, deceptive practices erode trust and harm corporate image. Chi-square analysis confirms a significant negative impact on consumer behavior and company reputation. The study recommends transparent advertising strategies and regulatory oversight to enhance long-term credibility and consumer loyalty in Nigeria’s competitive beverage market.The findings underscore the need for businesses to adopt ethical marketing practices and foster transparent communication to maintain a positive public image. This is especially vital in the Nigerian beverage industry, where consumer trust directly influences brand competitiveness and loyalty.
Stress In The Life Of Nurses And The Impact Of Night Shifts On Their Psychophysical Well-Being
Get PDFIntroduction: Night shifts pose significant challenges and contribute to psychophysical changes among nurses. Twelve-hour shifts are associated with an increased risk of patient care errors, occupational accidents, and work-related injuries. Stress and other workplace factors may further compromise overall health. Night work often results in disturbances in sleep, appetite, energy, concentration, and an increase in psychosomatic complaints such as irritability and feelings of helplessness. Extended and irregular shifts place a heavy burden on nurses, diminishing work performance and raising the likelihood of frequent errors.Aim: The aim of this study was to examine the effects of night shifts on nurses’ psychophysical well-being, with particular focus on occupational stress. The study sought to capture nurses’ perceptions of night work, its impact on their social lives, and its broader implications for health and job performance.Methodology: A quantitative qualitative design was applied. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire distributed to nurses. The study population included nurses employed at the University Clinical Center of Kosovo (UCCK), involving both genders and all age groups. The sample consisted of 60 nurses.Results: Findings showed that 55% of the nurses worked night shifts, with nearly 85% reporting such work for longer than 24 months. A total of 68% stated they accepted night shifts due to additional pay, while more than half noted that it aligned with their social life. Night work was considered tolerable by 77% of participants.Conclusion: Nurses working night shifts are more likely to experience psychological and mental health challenges such as irritability, somatization, obsessive–compulsive symptoms, interpersonal sensitivity, anxiety, mood disturbances, and paranoid tendencies. These findings indicate that night shifts have a negative impact on nurses’ psychological health, social life, and quality of care delivered to patients
Out-of-field Teaching: English as SPED Teachers Lived Experiences
Get PDFOut-of-field teaching remains a persistent issue in education, especially when teachers are assigned to teach and support students with disabilities in Special Education (SPED) classrooms without the necessary training or qualifications. This study explores the lived experiences of two out-of-field English teachers in SPED, focusing on the challenges they encounter, their coping strategies, and the impact on their professional development. The research utilized qualitative methods, including semi-structured interviews, to gather data on the challenges, strategies, and support systems that were accessed by the participants. Despite the lack of specialized training, both teachers demonstrated resilience by adapting their teaching strategies and relying on resourcefulness, creativity, and collaboration with SPED experts. Results revealed that a major challenge was adapting lessons to meet the diverse needs of students, compounded by the lack of training in SPED pedagogy. Both participants emphasized the importance of support mechanisms such as professional development programs and collaboration with experienced SPED teachers. Their dedication and perseverance underscore the need for continuous support, targeted training, and adequate resources to enhance teacher performance and improve student outcomes in SPED classrooms. The findings suggest that, with proper support, out-of-field teachers in SPED settings can still make a meaningful impact on student learning. Ultimately, the study highlights the importance of teacher preparation, collaboration, and professional development in fostering inclusive education for students with special needs
Sur Une Etude Comparative Entre Le Data Warehouse Et Le Power Business
Get PDFDans cet article, la méthode comparative est mise en exergue pour exprimer la divergence et la convergence dans la compréhension de l’outil du Business Intelligence appelé Power Business Intelligence. Cette compréhension est facilitée par la comparaison avec le Data warehouse qui est aussi un outil de la Business Intelligence. Cette dernière a été choisie au vu de sa popularité et son utilisation par un grand nombre de développeurs et d’utilisateurs
Réussite Entrepreneuriale Des Jeunes Dans La Ville-Province De Kinshasa : Evidences Empiriques Des Etudiants Finalistes De L’isp-Gombe « Année Académique 2023-2024 »
Get PDFL’entrepreneuriat des jeunes constitue un levier essentiel pour le développement économique et social à Kinshasa. Cette étude examine les déterminants de la réussite entrepreneuriale des étudiants finalistes de l’ISP-Gombe (n = 1 047), issus de douze départements, pour l’année académique 2023-2024. Une approche mixte a été adoptée, combinant analyses quantitatives (questionnaires, modèles Logit, OLS, PSM, IV) et qualitatives (25 entretiens semi-directifs et 5 encadreurs). Les résultats montrent que la motivation personnelle et la formation entrepreneuriale sont les principaux facteurs de réussite, tandis que le soutien familial et l’accès au financement jouent un rôle secondaire mais significatif. La triangulation des données confirme la robustesse des résultats. Des recommandations sont proposées pour renforcer la formation pratique, le mentorat et l’accès aux ressources financières
Risk Perception And Urban Disaster Management In The City Of Bukavu, D.R.Congo
Get PDFThe rapid expansion of cities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is accompanied by a range of problems and an increase in natural or anthropogenic disasters. For more than a decade, the city of Bukavu has been experiencing a growing upsurge in natural disasters, including flood and landslides in rainy season, while dry season is marked with episodes of houses fires ravaging entire neighbourhoods with loss of human lives and significant material damages. Beyond the known causes, in July 2023 we have interviewed 454 participants to examine the community experience of disaster and its risk`s perception to gauge their preparedness. Findings show that 83.5% have already witnessed a disaster. About the causes, natural and anthropogenic are generally known by the entire population, including 13,3% of respondents evoking the climate change. However, 60% of the participants attribute disasters to supernatural causes, including evil spirits and the end of the time; this varies significantly with the level of education (p<0.05). Although, 58,7% perceive the risk of disaster, 49% think of prayer among of the prevention strategies while 40,3% said it’s a state duty. Local authorities admitted their weakness in disaster prevention due to laxity in enforcing urban regulations, funds limitation and absence of contingency plan. To remedy this situation, it is important to the authorities to raise awareness, while fighting against corruption would make possible to clean up the urban planning and housing sectors, as well as the application of land laws. Measures to retrace avenues should be restarted
Physical and Dosimetric Characterization of Silicone Rubber–Silver Composite Bolus for Electron Beam Radiotherapy at 9 MeV
Get PDFBolus adalah bahan setara jaringan yang digunakan dalam radioterapi untuk meningkatkan dosis permukaan dengan menggeser kedalaman dosis maksimum (zₘₐₓ) ke arah permukaan kulit. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengembangkan dan menyalakan bolus komposit Karet Silikon–Perak (SR–Ag) dengan konsentrasi Ag 10% sebagai bahan kandidat untuk terapi berkas elektron. Bolus disintesis menggunakan karet silikon RTV52, perak (Ag), dan PEG 4000, diikuti dengan pencampuran mekanis dan homogenisasi ultrasonik. Karakterisasi meliputi pengukuran densitas, analisis komposisi elemen menggunakan SEM–EDX, dan penentuan Relative Electron Density (RED) melalui pencitraan CT-simulator. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa bolus SR–Ag 10% memiliki densitas 1,19 g/cm³, nilai RED 1,11, dan komposisi Ag aktual 11,37%, yang mengkonfirmasi keberhasilan pengikatan pengisi logam ke dalam matriks silikon. Pengujian dosis permukaan menggunakan berkas elektron 9 MeV menunjukkan peningkatan dari 81,78 cGy (tanpa bolus) menjadi 89,46 cGy (dengan bolus SR–Ag). Temuan ini menunjukkan bahwa bolus secara efektif meningkatkan deposisi energi permukaan tanpa mengubah keseimbangan jaringan secara signifikan. Secara keseluruhan, bolus SR–Ag 10% menunjukkan karakteristik fisik, struktural, dan radiologis yang mendukung kesesuaiannya sebagai bahan bolus untuk aplikasi radioterapi superfisial
Inégalités Sociales Et Politiques Environnementales En RDC : Une Perspective À Travers La Courbe De KUZNETS.
Get PDFL’étude portant sur les inégalités sociales et politiques environnementales en République Démocratique du Congo (RDC) s’inscrit dans une lecture de la dynamique de développement à travers la courbe environnementale de KUZNETS. A partir d’un test de Co intégration de borne, montrent que la RDC suit une trajectoire compatible avec cette courbe, la croissance économique initiale entraine une dégradation environnementale, principalement par la déforestation, mais s’accompagne aussi de progrès sociaux (hausse de IDH, amélioration de la scolarité) et institutionnels. A court terme, la croissance du PIB par habitant test positivement influencée par la gouvernance et l’expansion économique, tandis que la déforestation a un impact négatif immédiat, qui devient positif après deux ans, probablement en lien avec l’exploitation des ressources naturelles. IDH a des effets négatifs temporaires, reflétant un décalage entre investissements sociaux et bénéfices économiques. A long terme, la relation entre développement économique et pressions environnementales devient négative et significative, suggérant qu’au- delà d’un certain seuil de développement, ces pressions peuvent diminuer, conformément à la courbe de Kuznets