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LEGISLATIVE POWERS UNDER THE NIGERIAN AND BRITISH CONSTITUTIONS: THE PLACE AND ROLE OF COMMITTEES
Full text linkThis paper explores Legislative Powers under Nigeria’s 1999 presidential constitution and the British parliamentary system with emphasis on the role of legislative committees in handling the increasing volume and complexity of parliamentary businesses. While Nigeria’s Constitution vide Section 62(1) empowers the National Assembly to form committees, the British system is a product of long-established and institutionally mature tradition. The papers undertook an epochal review of the historical development of the Committee system in both jurisdictions, highlighting areas of convergence and how the committees have contributed to governance in the wider system of government in place. Through doctrinal research, based on constitutional texts, statutes, case law, and scholarly literatures, the paper explores basis, types, number, composition, powers, functions and other characteristics of committees. A unique Committee identified and expounded hereof is the 1922 Committee in the British House of Commons. The study finds that committees are central to legislative businesses andthe success thereof, in both jurisdictions.
4. Effect of HIV on Haematological Parameters of People Living with HIV/AIDS attending UNIOSUN Teaching Hospital, Osogbo, Nigeria
No full textIntroduction: Human Immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is a critical health issue that significantly impacts the haematological parameters of infected individuals, leading to various complications. Objectives: The study investigated the effects of HIV on the haematological parameters of patients who have tested positive at the UNIOSUN Teaching Hospital (UTH), Osogbo. It aimed to evaluate the differences in haematological parameters between these groups and understand the relationship between the severity of HIV infection, the impact of antiretroviral therapy (ART), and the risk of haematological complications. Methodology: A total of 115 subjects were grouped into two: 95 subjects who were HIV-positive and 20 HIV-negative control patients. The blood sample was obtained and tested for a variety of haematological parameters like White blood cell count (WBC), Packed cell volume (PCV), Red blood cell count (RBC), Mean corpuscular haemoglobin (MCH), Mean corpuscular volume (MCV), Mean corpuscular haemoglobin concentration (MCHC) and Hemoglobin (HGB) using the haematological autoanalyser. The data obtained were analysed using Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) version 22.0. A p-value of 0.05 indicated a significant difference in the haematological parameters between the two groups. Results: The findings indicate that HIV-positive patients exhibit significant abnormalities in several haematological parameters. A notable decrease in platelet counts and neutrophil levels was observed in the HIV-positive group, suggesting an increased risk of thrombocytopenia and immunosuppression. Other parameters, such as Lymphocyte and red blood cell counts, did not show significant differences, indicating that some haematological parameters remain unaffected by HIV. Conclusion/Recommendations: The study concludes that while some haematological parameters are significantly altered in HIV-positive patients, others remain stable, highlighting the need for continuous monitoring and targeted interventions to manage haematological complications in HIV patients. Further research with larger sample sizes and comprehensive data on ART history and comorbidities is recommended to understand these relationships better and improve patient outcomes.
 
13. Cardiovascular Alteration after Unilateral Isometric Handgrip Exercise at Two Different Intensities in Young Adults
No full textBackground: Cardiovascular alteration to a unilateral isometric handgrip exercise (IHG) at two different intensities can be determined by examining parameters such as heart rate and systolic and diastolic blood pressure before and after IHG. Objective: The study aims to understand the immediate cardiovascular alteration of IHG and to determine the exercise for improving cardiovascular health and athletic performance by examining heart rate and blood pressure. Methodology: A purposive sampling technique was used to select thirty (30) University of Benin undergraduate students; 19 males and 11 females were selected using random sampling. Each participant performed four sets of a two-minute unilateral IHG with a one-minute rest between sets at 30% and 50% Maximum Voluntary Contraction (MVC) on their dominant hand. Results: An IHG on systolic blood pressure showed a significant (p = 0.01 < 0.05) difference when done at an intensity of 50% MVC. However, at an intensity of 30% MVC, systolic blood pressure showed no immediate alterations. For the diastolic blood pressure, between 30% and 50% MVC (1.83±6.89 mmHg) all showed no meaningful clinical alterations following IHG, the heart rate between 30% and 50% MVC (0.13±6.33 bpm) all showed no meaningful clinical alterations following an immediate IHG. Conclusion: Immediate cardiovascular alteration to systolic blood pressure can only occur at 50% MVC of IHG; 30% and 50% MVC of IHG produces no cardiovascular alteration to diastolic blood pressure and heart rate. An IHG at 50% MVC might be an effective intensity for improving cardiovascular fitness and athletic performance.
 
Ìwọ̀ntúnwọ̀nsì: Deconstructing Cognomen of Money Obsession in Ìjẹ̀bú Oríkì
Full text linkOne of the ways through which Africans exhibit the quality of their past heroes and heroines is panegyric called oríkì in Yorùbá. Oríkì is a lineage or praise poem that habours the history, qualities and characters that becomes the habit of a lineage. While positivity in oríkì is celebrated, the bearers of oríkì also pick strength in the negativity that surface in their oríkì. Excessive and immodest sought for wealth is one of the negative qualities people attribute to Ìjẹ̀bú through their oríkì. In this study, the Aristotle’s golden mean that is synonymous with one of Yorùbá ethics ìwọ̀ntunwọ̀nsì will be used to appraise Ìjẹ̀bú lineage to justify or reprimand the quest for money as one of the attributes of Ìjẹ̀bú. The primary data for this study will be solely extracted from Ìjẹ̀bú lineage oríkì and will be subjected to Aristotle’s golden mean principle deemed ìwọ̀ntunwọ̀nsì in this study. It is projected that seeking money excessively as indicated in the panegyric of Ìjẹ̀bú contravenes principle of ìwọ̀ntunwọ̀nsì and ọmọlúàbí ethic by extension which Aristotle Golden mean also goes against. Yet, their quest for money is justified giving that geography positions them for wealth creation and they labour for money not at others’ detriment. It is therefore proven in this study that Oríkì does extravagantly present some facts beyond how they tend to be projected because it is silent a bit about how diligent the said lineage is but only concerned about how they amass wealth excessively
The Structure of the Language of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Full text linkThe structural characteristics of SDGs themes are examined in this study. Previous studies appear to have condemned the use of the only six official languages of the UN (Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian, and Spanish) to communicate the themes of the SDGs without studying the languages, particularly the use of English to confirm if it is rich enough and can be understood by non-English speakers. This essay examines the SGDS’ language to reveal its structural features. The research is qualitative in nature; the data were methodically analysed and interpreted within their social and natural contexts to comprehend structures, meanings, and patterns in the SDGS’ language. In the analysis of data, Systemic Functional Linguistics was applied. The data for the study were gathered from sustainable development.un.org. As a result, this research makes use of secondary data. The texts were chosen using maximum variation sampling, a non-random selection technique. All the SDGs\u27 themes were studied. Findings show that the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) contain a broad range of linguistic patterns which are nominal phrases, including single-modified themes, two-headword themes, two-phrased theme, two-word-modified themes, headword-alone themes, headword-alone/modified phrase, and qualified themes. Findings also reveal that imperative mood is used. The language of the SDGs emphasises interrelated ideas and goals, expressing urgency, inclusivity, and a long-term vision for world advancement. The study recommends that future studies should concentrate on how successfully the SDGs themes have been translated into other languages, and how well these structural features are replicated in those languages
JURISDICTION LIABILITY MODELLING FOR AI- DRIVEN TRADE SECRET MISAPPROPRIATION IN CROSS-BORDER POLICY INTEGRATION UNDER ISLAMIC LAW
No full textThe rapid advancement of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in global commerce has created unprecedented opportunities and risks. Among the most pressing challenges is the misappropriation of trade secrets facilitated by AI systems operating across borders. Traditional legal frameworks struggle to allocate liability when machine learning algorithms extract, generate, or misuse confidential business information. This seminar explores jurisdiction liability modelling for AI-driven trade secret misappropriation in the context of cross-border policy integration, with an added emphasis on compliance with Islamic legal principles. The research proposes a hybrid framework that integrates conventional legal doctrines, international instruments, and the maqāṣid al-sharīʿa (higher objectives of Islamic law) to ensure fairness, accountability, and justice in global digital market
Nigerian Female Filmmakers’ Representation of Men in Nollywood Films
Full text linkThis paper examines how contemporary female auteurs in Nollywood are challenging traditional portrayals of women, reconstructing their persona in ways that defy patriarchal norms and reflect more complex, multifaceted identities. Historically, Nollywood films have often depicted women through stereotypical roles—such as submissive wives, femme fatales, or caregivers—reinforcing societal expectations of gender. However, a new generation of women filmmakers are re-narrativising these conjectures, presenting women as empowered, independent, and capable of navigating societal, economic, and political landscapes on their own terms. Five films written, produced, and directed by prominent Nigerian female auteurs were purposively selected based on their thematic relevance. They are: Omoni Oboli\u27s (2016) Wives on Strike, Kemi Adetiba\u27s (2018) King of Boys, Funke Akindele\u27s (2019) and Your Excellency (2020) Omo Ghetto the Saga, and Biodun Stephen\u27s (2017) Tiwa\u27s Baggage. Findings show that these auteurs deconstructed patriarchal tropes and portrayed women in a diverse range of empowered roles in ways that resonate with contemporary Western feminist movements and they reflect the evolving status of Nigerian women. However, very little attention is paid to creating identities for male characters in a way does not conform to traditional expectations or disruption of patriarchal frame.
Key words: Female persona, Female auteurs, Nollywood films, Gender misrepresentation, Patriarchal frame
Political Communication and Propaganda: Impacts on National Interest and Security
Full text linkPolitical communication and propaganda have become increasingly complex, playing crucial roles in shaping political processes. While effective communication strategies are vital for success in political endeavours, inadequate communication strategies can lead to crises detrimental to national interests and security. This paper examines the relationship between political communication, propaganda and their impacts on national interest and security with specific focus on Nigeria. A theoretical study, the paper examines the ways in which both the mainstream media and the new media are influencing political dynamics. The study employs Agenda-Setting Theory to analyse the persuasive and manipulative potential of political communication and propaganda. It argues that while these tools are instrumental in garnering public supports, they can also be exploited to destabilise national security and undermine democratic governance. By investigating how political communication and propaganda affect Nigeria’s national interest, the paper sheds light on the potential dangers these practices pose to good governance. It underscores the critical role of the mass media in promoting national peace by providing accurate information, ensuring transparency and most importantly, enabling informed decision-making, free from manipulation. The paper concludes by emphasising the need for responsible communication to safeguard national security and uphold democratic values.KeywordsPolitical communication, propaganda, national security, agenda-setting, national interes
THE ISLAMIC PRINCIPLES OF INHERITANCE AND RESISTANCE ATTITUDE OF MUSLIMS IN THE APPLICATION OF THE LAW: HYPOTHESIS OF SOME JUDICIAL RULINGS
Full text linkThe subject of inheritance remains a vital tool in the redistribution of wealth from a deceased to a living person(s). From the time immemorial succession or inheritance is known to create grudges and hostilities among siblings and family relations as a result of either greed from one person or group of persons or that the rules most especially among the indigenous customary practices creates vacuum for injustice, domination and over concentration of wealth in a single hand or a very few hands of people at the expense of the others. The Islamic Law established the most defined, elaborate and equitable principles of inheritance, attention were clearly and cleverly paid to all classes of persons who mature places in the affection of the deceased either on ground of blood or affinity. Notwithstanding the long time settled position of the Islamic Law whose subject are Muslims, seems either not understanding the embodiment of the Islamic Law of Inheritance or that many Muslims take pride in the resistance to the application of the Islamic Law of Inheritance in the circumstances of the distribution of the estate of the deceased Muslim. This paper discussed cardinals of Islamic principles of inheritance and the resistance attitude of the Muslims with reference to some judicial rulings. If you found that many people are found in these identifies problems as a result of lack of adequate knowledge and enlightenment on this subject among the Muslims. It therefore makes it imperative that there should be an organized mass campaign to educate and enlighten Muslims at various fore as lectures, Friday sermons and other public gatherings. This research adopted library literatures examination and oral interactions with a number of people among the youth Muslims.
THE CHILD RIGHTS ACT IN NIGERIA AND ONLINE CHILD SAFETY
Full text linkThe Child Rights Act (CRA) of 2003 fails to address online child safety amidst the evolving digital landscape. Anchored on the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC) and the African Charter on the Rights and Welfare of the Child (ACRWC), the CRA provides a comprehensive framework for protecting children’s rights to survival, development, and protection. However, the Act’s lack of specific provisions addressing digital threats such as cyberbullying, online grooming, sexual exploitation, and data privacy violations highlights significant legislative gaps. Through a doctrinal research methodology, this study analyses primary legal sources, including the CRA, Cybercrimes Act of 2015, and international instruments, alongside secondary sources like scholarly articles and reports from organizations such as UNICEF. The findings reveal uneven domestication of the CRA across Nigeria’s 36 states, weak enforcement mechanisms, limited digital literacy, and inadequate institutional coordination as key barriers to ensuring online child safety. A comparative analysis with international best practices, such as the UK’s Online Safety Act, the EU’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and the US’s Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), underscores Nigeria’s lag in adopting child-specific digital protection measures. The study proposes legislative reforms, including the passage of the Child Online Access Protection Bill, nationwide CRA domestication, enhanced institutional capacities, and public awareness campaigns to promote digital literacy. It also recommends integrating digital safety education into school curricula and fostering collaboration with international bodies to combat transnational online child exploitation. This research contributes to the discourse on child protection by advocating for a dynamic, technology-driven legal framework to safeguard Nigerian children in the digital age, while identifying areas for further studies, such as the role of artificial intelligence, gender dimensions, and child participation in online safety policy-making