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Navigating The Digital Age: Excessive Media Consumption, Emerging Adults\u27 Mental Healthand Coping Strategies
Get PDFThis study examined the intricate nexus between excessive social media consumption, mental health outcomes, and coping strategies among emerging adults within the context of Lead City University, Ibadan. Analyzing data from 195 participants, the research unveils a significant association between the hours spent on social media platforms and dimensions such as anxiety, depression, and self-esteem. These results resonate with prior research, highlighting the need for proactive interventions to address the potential risks of unrestrained digital engagement. Furthermore, the study illuminates the patterns of seeking help among emerging adults grappling with mental health challenges. While individuals predominantly rely on their immediate social circles for support, there is a comparatively lower utilization of available mental health professionals. This underscores the significance of destigmatizing expert help and enhancing awareness about the array of support services available within the university. In response, the study underscores the importance of fostering an environment that promotes both mindful digital engagement and proactive mental health support mechanisms. These findings collectively advocate for Lead City University, Ibadan, to initiate targeted awareness campaigns, thereby cultivating a holistic ecosystem that prioritizes the mental well-being of its student population within the evolving digital landscape
Awareness and Use of Institutional Repositories by Academic Staff in Nigerian Universities
Get PDFInstitutional repositories offer numerous advantages to academic staff as it provides access to local contents capable of enhancing their research and also offer the opportunity to make research works available to the global community. However, available evidence suggests a low level of institutional repository use among academic staff in Nigerian universities. This study examines the role of multidimensional awareness on the use of institutional repositories. The study adopts a survey research method. The study population is made up of academic staff from Universities in Oyo and Osun state. Amultistage sampling procedure is adopted to select 235 lecturers. The research instrument is a structured questionnaire adapted from the Endsley\u27s Situational Awareness Theory (SAT). Data collected was analysed with the IBM SPSS software using both descriptive and inferential statistics. The results shows that while there is a high level of perception among the respondents, majority of the respondents demonstrated low level comprehension and projection, two dimensions, critical to the understanding of the true essence of institutional repositories. In addition, the test of hypothesis revealed that awareness has a significant influence on the use of institutional repositories among the respondents. The study concluded that, without raising full awareness about the mission and functions of institutional repositories, Nigerian tertiary institution and their staff will continue to miss out on the benefits of using institutional repositories. It was therefore recommended that institutional repository awareness programs should be practical oriented. 
Embracing the Harmony: Exploring the Complementarity of Faith and Culture in the Context of Luke 10:38-42
Get PDFThis study explores the intricate relationship between faith and culture, arguing that they are complementary rather than mutually exclusive. The narrative in Luke 10: 38-42 reveals how Jesus’ teachings and actions embody both spiritual and cultural significance. The study used hermeneutics and historical methods to analyze the cultural context of hospitality in the Jewish understanding of welcoming guests in their homes while highlighting how Jesus’ presence in the home of Martha and Mary exemplifies the integration of faith and culture. The work revealed that Martha’s hospitality and Mary’s receptivity to Jesus’ teachings are not mutually exclusive, rather complementary aspects of their faith. The study explores how Jesus’ acceptance of Martha’s hospitality and his teaching on the importance of listening to God’s word (Luke 10: 38-42) affirm the interconnectedness of faith and culture. This study’s findings suggest that faith and culture are not in tension but rather enrich each other, leading to a more profound understanding of God’s work in the world. The paper concluded that embracing the complementary of faith and culture enables believers to live out their faith in a more authentic and meaningful way, engaging with their cultural context in a manner that honours God. This paper, by exploring the complementarity of faith and culture, fosters a deeper understanding of how faith can nurture and shape the culture and how, in turn, culture can enrich the faith, thereby leading to a more nuanced and compassionate expression of Christian living. This research contributes to the ongoing conversation on the interaction of faith and culture, encouraging believers to embrace the complementarity of these two aspects of human experience. 
Unsung Heroines: Tarok Women Contributions to the Socio-Economic Development of Their Land
Get PDFThis study celebrates the pivotal role Tarok women have played in the development of Tarok land, despite their often-overlooked contributions. The researcher conducted a qualitative study analyzing historical and contemporary data from various sources including books journal articles and interviews. Tarok women have been the backbone of the local economy, driving progress in agriculture, trade, and commerce. Through their entrepreneurial spirit and hard work, they have established thriving businesses, created employment opportunities, and stimulated economic growth. Beyond their economic contributions, Tarok women have also been instrumental in preserving and promoting the rich cultural heritage of Tarok land. They have played a vital role in passing down traditional knowledge, skills, and practices to younger generations, ensuring the continuation of Tarok customs and traditions. Furthermore, Tarok women have been at the forefront of community development initiatives, working tirelessly to improve healthcare, education, and social welfare in Tarok land. Their selfless dedication to community service has had a profound impact on the well-being and quality of life of the Tarok people. This study aims to shed light on the remarkable socio-economic contributions of Tarok women, highlighting their agency, resilience, and determination. By recognizing and valuing their contributions, we can work towards a more inclusive and equitable development of Tarok land, where women are empowered to reach their full potential and continue to drive progress for generations to come. 
Christian Sexuality and Postmodernism: The Emerging Issues
Get PDFThis study discusses the cultural deconstruction of human sexuality in thepostmodern society. It examines the problem of the influence and extentof the emerging cultural and moral crises on human sexuality: Sexualrevolution, Gender disorientation, Gay marriage, Sex commercialization,New Morality. The following research questions are therefore answered inthis paper for a proper understanding of the postmodern society constructof human sexuality and the contextual implications it holds for theChristian community: What is the nature and dimension of post-modernview of human sexuality? ; What are the biblical values, injunction andpresentation of sexuality/Christian sexuality?; How do this deconstructionof human sexuality influence and impinge on the church teachings onsexuality-its constructs, its context, its purpose, its sanctity, its spiritualdimension, its employment and its boundaries?; and what should guide thechurch community in formulating relevant theological response that canpreserve biblical absolutes and Christian sexuality? These are evaluatedfrom both the Old Testament and New Testament biblical sexuality and itsmoral absolutes. This is to provide helpful guidance for the church tounderstand biblical standard for sexual morality sexual morality standardsclearly. This study points out the devastation and corrupting impact ofpostmodern constructs on Christian sexuality and the moral teachings ofthe church. This paper contends that the Christian community is undersiege by this devastating incursion of the postmodern erosion of itstraditional position on sexuality. There is obvious and dire need for thechurch, from its theological empowerments, to provide a more pragmaticand adequate response to these cultural constructions of biblical sexuality 219Lead City Journal of Religions and Intercultural Communication (ISSN 3043-4416)The Journal of the Department of Religious and Intercultural Studies, Faculty of Arts, Lead City University, Ibadan, NigeriaVolume 2, Number 2, December 2024 and be able to preserve a wholesome biblical legacy of Christian sexualityfor the up-and-coming generation of Christians, who, perhaps, will face fiercer attack on biblical morality
Effect of Demonstration Method on Student Academic Achievement in Mathematics graphical topics at the Senior Secondary Schools in Ibadan South-East Local Government Area, Oyo State
Get PDFStudents that frequently attempt graphical-related questions in the SeniorSecondary School Certificate examination have frequently demonstrated lowsuccess. According to the WAEC Chief Examiner\u27s Reports from previousyears, this circumstance has consequently had a negative impact on thesubject\u27s low achievement records. This study therefore investigated the effectof demonstration method on Mathematics graphical topics at the SeniorSecondary Schools in Ibadan South-East Local Government Area, Oyo State.The population of the study included all senior secondary school students in 154class two (SSS2) in the study area. A sample of forty (40) SSS two studentsfrom two intact classes participated in the study. Graphical MathematicsAchievement Test (GMAT) were used for data collection. Frequency count,mean and t-test analysis were used to answer the research questions and testthe hypotheses formulated at 0.05 level of significance. Findings revealed thatthere is a significant difference (tcal=1.14; ttab=0.043) in the achievementscores of students exposed to conventional method and demonstration methodof teaching Mathematics graphical topics at the Senior Secondary Schools inIbadan South-East LGA. It was recommended that Mathematics teachersshould endeavour to use demonstration method as it would enhance overallinterest and achievement in Mathematic
Collaborative Learning Measures using Collaboration Analytics: Applications, Limitations, and Caveats Review
Get PDFThere is a widely held belief that social interaction among learners in groups enhances learning. However, for collaborative learning to be effective, it must meet certain requirements, for example, having appropriate goal structures and tasks that demand collective efforts to be solved. Collaboration analytics is a field of research that aims to measure collaborative learning or learning in groups by quantifying qualitative data. Collaboration analytics in research also provides a more reliable tool for handling massive amounts of data. However, for data to be reliable, there is a need for intercoder agreement. The endeavor to quantify qualitative data using collaboration analytics has proven to be useful, but with certain limitations and caveats
Assessment of Public Relations Strategies in Crisis Management During the 2020 #ENDSARS Protest and “Lekki Shooting” in Lagos, Nigeria
Get PDFPublic relations strategies are sacrosanct to crisis management. Governments often use public relations strategies to maintain peace in the society. The study assessed the perception of students of tertiary institutions in Lagos on the State Government\u27s public relations strategies in managing the Lekki Shooting during the #ENDSARS protests in October 2020. Data were gathered using quantitative and qualitative research methods. Research instrument was administered on 353 students of four universities, while four key informants from the public sector were interviewed. Findings show that the public relations strategies deployed by Lagos State Government were Community Relations (Mean = 2.44), Media Relations (Mean = 2.43), Corporate Social Responsibility (Mean = 2.28) and Government Relations (Mean = 2.27) and they were found to be effective. However, Community Relations and Media Relations strategies were most effective. The study reveals that the strategic public relations efforts of State Government underestimated the power of digital media in stoking the embers of violence. Thus, there was loophole in the strategies adopted. The study therefore recommended that the Lagos State Government should integrate digital media in its public relations strategies and intensify its strategic community relations to build goodwill among the youths to forestall further crisis in future. The study also recommended that government should draw on the goodwill of the people to prevent future breakdown of law and order
Analysing Twitter\u27s Role in Disseminating Health-Related Information for Social Change in Nigeria
Get PDFThe paper was carried out to analyse Twitter\u27s role in disseminating health-related information for social change in Nigeria. The library research method was adopted. Being a position paper, the researcher depended solely on secondary sources of data to arrive at a conclusion made in this paper. It was argued that Twitter\u27s real-time nature, concise format, and interactive features enable health organizations, government agencies, and advocates to engage with the public, breaking down communication barriers and reaching diverse audiences. It was concluded that Twitter plays a vital role in organizing health conversations, while influencers shape health discussions by promoting behavior change and driving social change. Thus, it was recommended that by leveraging the transformative potential of Twitter, Nigeria can empower communities, promote public health, and drive positive social change. 
Viewership and Perception of “Politics Today” on Channels Television among the Youth in Ado-Odo/Ota Local Government Area in Ogun State, Nigeria,
No full textThis study aimed to investigate the viewership and perception of “Politics Today” on channels Television among Ado-Odo/Ota local government Youths. The simple random sampling technique was used in determining the sample size. The descriptive survey method was also used to carry out the research. The data of this study were gathered through various Likert scale questionnaires. Statistical analyses of data collected were performed using, frequency distribution, percentages, and tables. A total of 400 copies of the questionnaire were distributed. The data gathered from the responses of the respondents was coded and analysed using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences version 23 software and interpreted in graphical illustrations in the form of frequency tables, charts, and pie charts. The findings showed that the Politics Today Programme has a positive influence and has also been beneficial to its viewers. Though the Level of viewership of the programme among the Youth was very low. The programme has successfully been able to keep the citizen abreast of current events and it has also been informative enough. In addition, it also revealed that there is no significant relationship between the level of viewership and perception of the Programme and only Gender and Highest Educational qualification have a significant effect on audience perception of programme. The study recommends that the producer should make efforts to review the timing and duration of the programme to benefit the youth. In addition, Producers of the programme should use new social media platforms to promote youth participation