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Rehabilitation of Mini-furnace in the Foundry Workshop
Get PDFThe rehabilitation of mini-furnace in the foundry workshop is undertaking. The mini-furnace assembly among other things has five main components which include; the furnace shell, the refractory lining [wall of the furnace]. The burner and its pipe, full tank scraps. Full tank and crucible pot. The furnace body is enclosed in cylindrical metal sheet measuring 575mm diameter by 500mm high it is lined internally with superior refractory bricks of 65mm thickness. The furnace by calculation has these specifications; circumstance of 942.86mm volume of 0.04m^3, weight of 49.05KN. The melting process is done in a crucial rammed externally with fire-clay and made from heat resistance sheet at temperature of 700^0 C to 800^0 C. An air-blast from electrically powered centrifugal blower is atomized with condemned diesel oil which flows down by gravity and is controlled by throttle valve in the fuel line and form the heat source when they mixed inside the combustion chamber
Load Shedding Time Management System With Programmable Interface
Get PDFLoad shedding is an approach employed by power utilities to manage electricity demand during periods of high consumption or insufficient supply. Effective load shedding requires precise scheduling and condition to minimize disruptions and ensure fair distribution of available power. This paper presents an overview of a load- shedding time management system enhanced by a programmable interface, aimed at improving the sufficiency and reliability of load- shedding operations. The proposed system leverages a programmable interface to enables advanced control and automation capabilities. It provides a user friendly interface through which power utilities can define and customize load shedding schedules based on various factors such as geographical areas, customer segments, and energy consumption patterns. The programmable interface allows for the dynamic adjustment of load shedding parameters in response to changing demand conditions, ensuring optimal utilization of available power resources
The Moderating Role of Hope in Emotional Labour and Organizational Commitment in a Sample of Hotel Workers in Aba
Get PDFThe study examined the moderating role of the hope in emotional labour and organizational commitment in a sample of hotel workers in Aba. A total of one hundred and ninety two (192) hotel workers were sampled. The respondents include workers from three (3) Nigeria hotels located in Aba Abia State namely: Vista hotel, hotel du Golf and Navichotel. Among the participants seventy nine (79) were males and one hundred and thirteen (113) females with the range of 20-46 years (M=33.76, SD =6.18). The researcher employed a correlational design because it will investigate relationship between variables without manipulating/controlling any of the variable. A moderated hierarchical regression was used for data Analysis. Three set of instrument Hope scale, Emotional Labour scale and organizational commitment scale were used. The result of the study showed that Hope significant prediction of organizational commitment (β=16, P<.05). Emotional labour dimension surface acting showed significant prediction of organizational commitment dimension countenance (β = 19, P<.01). Organizational commitment dimension, normative commitment and emotional labour dimension, deep acting showed significant positive prediction of organizational commitment (β=.47, p<.01). The findings were discussed in relation to literature reviewed and suggestions made
The Anti-Corruption Initiatives And The Performance Of Prof. Onyeji’s Administration In Enugu State University (Esut)
Get PDFCorruption is not peculiar to Nigeria alone, it is a global challenge, it is a phenomenon that affects all countries, and it exists in any country, at any time and under different forms of government. The main objectives of the study are to examine the anti-corruption initiatives and the performance of ESUT during Prof. Onyeji’s administration. Specifically the study is designed to: assess the extent introduction of ICT by Onyeji’s Administration helped in fishing out unauthorized admission of students in Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT); examine the extent introduction of ICT by Onyeji’s Administration helped in regulating and improving of student’s results in Enugu state university of science and technology (ESUT), The study adopted a descriptive method of research design. 115 questionnaires were administered. The study proposed that: Introduction of ICT by Onyeji’s Administration will help in fishing out unauthorized admission of students in Enugu state university of science and technology (ESUT), and Introduction of ICT by Onyeji’s Administration will help in regulating and improving of student’s results in Enugu state university of science and technology (ESUT) and the study concluded that the anti-corruption initiatives introduced by Professor Onyeji’s administration have really helped in Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT) till date by Introducing ICT initiative to combat corruption from the grassroot of the institution. Recommendation of the Study are: ICT should be introduced to fish out unauthorized admission of students in Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT), and ICT will be of help if introduced, in regulating and improving of student’s results in Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT)
Employee Absenteeism and Performance of LGA in Enugu State from 2018-2024
Get PDFThis study examined employee absenteeism and performance of Local Government Area in Enugu State, the study used survey research design and it was carried out in Enugu North Local Government Area of Enugu State, specific objectives of the study include; to determine the extent absenteeism of local government employees has affected the output of the local governments in Enugu state, Nigeria., to examine the extent absenteeism of local government employees has affected the provision of social amenities by the local governments in Enugu state, Nigeria, to ascertain the extent absenteeism of local government employees has affected the provision of sanitation services in Enugu State, Nigeria. The population for the study comprised one hundred and seventy two (172) randomly selected from different offices in Enugu North Secretariat, while 120 respondents were sampled for the study using Taro Yamane sampling techniques.. The researcher made used of self designed questionnaire for data collection. Data collected from the respondents were analyzed using frequency table and simple percentage. For testing of the hypotheses the researcher employed chi-square as the statistical tool. The hypotheses were tested at 0.05 level of significance and 2 degree of freedom. The findings of the study revealed that; absenteeism of local government employees has adversely affected the output of the local government areas in Enugu State, the absenteeism of local government employees has negatively affected provision of educational services in local government areas in Enugu State, absenteeism has negative implication on sanitation services of the local government areas of Enugu State, and that absenteeism of local government employees has serious negative impact on the provision of social amenities in local government areas in Enugu State. From the findings the following recommendations were made; workplace attendance should be take serious in any of the government offices in Nigeria, and this will reduce the absenteeism in the workplace, employees should not be randomly approved to be absent from work and when it is inevitable, works should be properly designed to stopping/disrupting work flows, more control mechanisms such as the use external auditors should be introduced in the studied local government areas as this would help in checkmating embezzlements of funds in the studied local governments
Assesment of Leadership Styles and Employees Work Performance in South-East Nigerian Private Universities
Get PDFThis study examined the assessment of leadership styles and employees\u27 work performance at Godfrey Okoye University, Ugwuomu-Nike, Enugu State and Paul University Awka, Anambra State. The study adopted the descriptive cross-sectional survey research design. Four research questions guided the study. The situational theory was adopted as the theoretical framework of the study. The population of this research work was drawn from the academic and non-academic staff of Godfrey Okoye and Paul universities. The population is made up of 222 academic and 67 non-academic staff of Godfrey Okoye University and 117 academic and 31 non-academic staff of Paul University. The sample size of 208 was determined using the Taro Yamane formula. The questionnaire is the major instrument used for data collection and was self-administered. Data collected were processed using the SPSS software package version 21. Data analysis was performed using descriptive statistics like simple percentages, and frequency tables. The hypotheses were tested using chi-square (χ2) statistical inference. The findings of the study show that there is a relationship between leadership style and employees’ work performance. The study recommended that leaders should try to create a good working relationship between the subordinate and the team head for improved performance. Finally, leaders should endeavour to find the best leadership style that suits the smooth running of the organization
The Imperative of Adopting Innovation Communication Model in Managing Insecurity Challenges in Nigeria
Get PDFThe study on the imperative of adopting innovation communication model in managing insecurity challenges in Nigeria was formulated to review the current insecurity threat in Nigeria and how mass media have contributed in managing its challenges. The scope of the study covers the six (6) geo-political zones. The researchers chose the population of the study from North East, North West, North Central, South East, South West and South- South zones from where a sample size of three eight thousand was developed. Survey method was applied to enable the researchers solicit opinion of the respondents across the zones. Findings review that North Eastern part of Nigeria witnessed the most increased insecurity within 2015-2022. Again the zone had the highest number of closed schools and out of the school children within the period. The study further reviewed that the most dreaded non-state actors in the security group is Boko Haram terrorist group seconded by Bandits followed by Herders. Again, the role of mass media was examined and the study result showed that mass media have done much but need to improve on managing the insecurity in Nigeria. The study concludes that the period witnessed the greatest threat to human life and property in Nigeria orchestrated by insecurity challenges. It recommends that every administration in Nigeria must be proactive in tackling insecurity issues than allowing it to blow out of proportion. Mass media should evolve more people oriented reportage in reporting insecurity issues in Nigeria
Has Value Added Tax Exemption Been Effective? A Lesson from the Nigerian Manufacturing Sub-Sector
Get PDFThe study investigated the effect of value added tax exemptions on firm’s performance in the Nigerian manufacturing sector using time series panel data covering from 2014 to 2020 of the ten (10) selected firms exempted from VAT. Among other objectives is to evaluate the effect of value added tax exemption on firm’s performance in the Nigerian manufacturing sector.The study employ pooled Ordinary Least Square (OLS) regression model and LLC, ADF, PP panel unit root test, which confirmed that all series were stationary at I(1). The panel cointegration test and panel ECM test revealed that total profit (TOP), value added tax (VAT), return on assets (ROA) and return on equity (ROE) exhibited a long run relationship and about 67 percent of speed of adjustment in case of disequilibrium in the short run respectively. Overall, both VAT exemptions and return on equity were found to exhibit positive effect on the firms’ total profits while return on asset was found to be negative though significant. This implies that there is a positive and significant effect of VAT exemptions on firm’s performance in the Nigerian manufacturing sector. Based on this findings, the study recommends inter alia, that Federal Government in collaboration with the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) should sustain the VAT exemption policy to firms in oder to boost their productivity in Nigeria
Information Management On The Performance Of Telecommunication Industry In Ebonyi State Nigeria
Get PDFThis study titled information management on the performance of telecommunication industry in Ebonyi State Nigeria investigated the effect, examines and ascertained the adoption on new Information Management, or quality of service delivery. A survey designed was adopted on new Information Management on quality, of service delivery. A total of 189 was studied. The entire sample size wasn’t much, so the researcher decided to use the entire population as the sample size. Data collected was through questionnaire structured on likert’s points scale. While the supervisor and two (2) research experts carried a face to face and content. The reliability coefficient of the instrument was 0.89 using the text pretext method and validation of the instrument. Table and percentages were employed for data presentation and analysis. Hypothesis were tested using Pearson product moment correlation coefficient with 0.05% level of significant to determine the strength of the relationship between the variables. The findings are; IMT has a significant positive effect on organization performance, by reducing cost, improving skills essentials for the survival and growth of the organization in today’s turbulent and competitive business environment. Organization should build the human capacity and infrastructure needed for the utilization of the acquired IMT
Substance Use, Self-esteem, and Locus of Control as Predictors of Risky Sexual Behaviour among University Undergraduates
Get PDFRisky sexual behaviour has been on the increase among young adults and it poses great threat to the nation’s public health system. Studies have reported inconsistent predictors of risky sexual behaviour among young adults. Therefore, this study investigated substance use, self esteem, and locus of control as predictors of risky sexual behaviour among undergraduates of the University of Ibadan. The study adopted cross-sectional survey design while randomly selecting six faculties and accidentally sampled 409 participants for the study. Four instruments: Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test, Self-Esteem Scale, Locus of Control Scale, and Risky Sexual Scale were used for data collection. Data were analyzed using t-test of independent samples and multiple regression and tested hypotheses at a p <.05 level of significance. The result showed that substance use (r =.536, p <.05), self esteem (r = 4.41, p <.05), locus of control (r =-.128) significantly correlated with risky sexual behaviour among the study population. Also, substance use, self-esteem and locus of control jointly predicted risky sexual behaviour (R2 =.23, F (3, 405) = 9.616, p < .05) which accounted for 23% of variance explained. It is concluded that substance use, self-esteem, and locus of control are good predictors of risky sexual behaviour among the study population. The study recommended putting in place preventive measures on substance use such as regular programmes to sensitize the students on the problems caused by substance use, lack of self-esteem and locus of control among the students