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Investigation into the Mechanical Properties and Microstructure of a Local and an Imported Reinforcement Bar
Full text linkThis study investigates the mechanical properties and microstructure of locally manufactured and imported steel reinforcement bars, which are used in industrial and wastewater settings. Imported Steel (Brazilian steel) and local steel (Land craft industrial Steel) were used for the experiment. Tensile, hardness and impact tests were done and Optical microscope was employed to examine the microstructure of the steels before and after corrosion when immersed in 1 molar of sulphuric acid solution. Ultimate tensile strength for land craft industrial steel was 708.30 MPa, the yield strength 520 MPa while the % elongation was 25.64. However, for the Brazilian steel, ultimate tensile strength was 538.51 MPa, yield strength 525 MPa and % elongation was 16.32. The average hardness value for land craft industrial steel was 194.80 HV, while for Brazilian steel; the average hardness value was 182.38 HV. The impact result for land craft industrial steel and Brazilian steel were 41.03 J and 35.68 J respectively., the Brazilian steel depicted pitting corrosion that is wide, elliptical, and whitish, suggesting that the corrosion has a noticeable elongation in one direction while Local craft industrial steel was observed to have open and deep pits suggesting a localized form of corrosion
Between Ideals and Reality: A Critical Discourse Analysis of Nigeria’s Fundamental Objectives and Directive Principles of State Policy
Full text linkThe Fundamental Objectives and Directive Principles of State Policy of nations may not be legally enforceable, they are foundational to the vision of governance in any constitutional democracy. They provide normative standards for government action, inspire public confidence, and ensure that the machinery of the state functions in a way that benefits all citizens equitably and promotes nation-building and sustainable development. The study employs Critical Discourse Analysis (CDA) to interrogate the Fundamental Objectives and Directive Principles of State Policy (FODPSP) as outlined in Chapter II of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. It examines the ideological constructs embedded within these constitutional provisions and their intersection with the enduring debates that shape Nigerian nationhood. By critically engaging with some of the salient issues that have hitherto been constantly featuring in our national debates overtime, such issues as state policing, resource control, restructuring, regionalism, tax reform, local government autonomy, federalism and federal character, sharing formulas, and other socio-political and economic dilemmas, the study highlights the dissonance between the constitutional ideals and the socio-political realities of the Nigerian state. The analysis reveals how competing narratives, counter-arguments, and alternatives perpetuate the struggles to achieve equity, justice, and cohesion in governance. This work contributes to the ongoing discourse on the viability of the Nigerian state, offering insights into the interplay between policy frameworks and the realities of the Nigerian pluralistic society.
 
Yoruba Women and Politics: A Postcolonial Feminist Perspective from Ijebu Women, Southwest Nigeria
Full text linkThe political participation of Ijebu women in Nigeria presents an essential opportunity for exploration, as it is shaped by various systemic challenges rooted in historical, cultural, and socio-economic factors. While much has been written about the progress of gender equality globally and women's political participation in Nigeria, particularly among the Yoruba, this paper aims to enhance our understanding by focusing on the Ijebu women. Exploring their unique experiences and contributions highlights how these women navigate and influence the political landscape. This paper recognises the tremendous achievements of Ijebu women in politics, while also addressing the problems they encounter and detailing the reforms required to foster wider inclusion. It examines the impact of traditional norms, patriarchal structures, and modernisation on women's access to political power and decision-making positions. By utilising a postcolonial feminist framework, this study emphasises the importance of understanding the intersections of gender, colonial legacies, and socio-political structures in shaping women's participation in governance. Through this lens, actionable steps to empower Ijebu women and enhance their role in political leadership are identified. The paper offers actionable insights for developing more inclusive and representative governance structures in the region. It concludes with constructive recommendations aimed at increasing Ijebu women's political engagement through initiatives in education, policy reforms, economic empowerment, and enhanced media representation
Enhancing Emergency Management Through the Integration of Electronic Civil Registration and Vital Statistics Systems in Nigeria
No full textNigeria's emergency management has a number of challenges, including a lack of data for effective catastrophe response and resource allocation. Integrating Electronic Civil Registration and Vital Statistics (CRVS) systems into the emergency management framework will significantly improve the country's crisis management capabilities. This paper examines how adding CRVS data into emergency management systems will enhance catastrophe preparation, response, and recovery. Using real-time population data, demographic insights, and vital statistics, Nigeria may better fulfil the needs of vulnerable populations, ensure appropriate resource allocation, and make informed decisions during emergencies. The paper also identifies integration barriers such as technological limits, institutional fragmentation, and legal concerns, and proposes ways to overcome these barriers through improved policy frameworks, inter-agencies collaboration, and capacity-building programmes. Finally, combining CRVS and emergency management systems is crucial for improving Nigeria's disaster resilience and the effectiveness of its emergency response operations
Digital Communication Technologies and Their Economic Implications for Nigeria’s Electronics Manufacturing Industry
Full text linkThe nexus between Nigeria's burgeoning digital economy and its nascent electronics manufacturing sector represents a critical frontier for national economic diversification. Driven by a rapidly expanding ICT sector that contributed 9.88% to the nominal GDP in Q4 2021 and a projected digital economy revenue of $18.30 billion by 2026, Nigeria presents a compelling, albeit challenging, landscape for tech-driven industrial growth. This study provides a comprehensive analysis of how digital communication technologies, specifically the rollout of 5G, the adoption of IoT and AI, and the proliferation of e-commerce, are reshaping the electronics manufacturing value chain. The analysis reveals a dual-faceted relationship. On one hand, these technologies offer significant opportunities to enhance operational efficiency, streamline supply chains, and expand market access. The potential for AI to optimise production, IoT to provide real-time logistics visibility, and e-commerce to connect local manufacturers with a vast consumer base is undeniable. On the other hand, the industry is confronted by deep-seated barriers, including a persistent digital infrastructure deficit, a severe skills gap, and a complex, often inconsistent, regulatory environment. The coexistence of 2G, 4G and 5G networks fragments the consumer market and complicates product design and strategy. A high dependency on imported inputs also raises costs and reduces competitiveness. Drawing from a detailed examination of these dynamics, the report synthesises its findings into a set of strategic recommendations. A multi-stakeholder approach is essential, with the government focusing on regulatory harmonisation and public-private partnerships, manufacturers investing in a phased approach to technology adoption and workforce upskilling, and a broader ecosystem promoting collaboration and targeted investment. By addressing these foundational challenges, Nigeria can transition from being a passive consumer of electronics to a competitive producer, thereby achieving its long-term vision of a digital-first industrial economy
Body Shaming, Beauty Pressures and Yoruba Popular Music: Implications for Adolescents’ Mental Health and Well-being in Nigeria
Full text linkBody shaming, an act of abusing or shaming the body of a person, is often evident in how people interact with one another, and it is expressed in their art, especially music. What constitutes body shaming differs significantly across age groups and generations. Existing studies on the phenomenon of body shaming have paid little or no attention to the dynamism of body shaming and its perceived effects in relation to Yoruba popular music in Nigeria. This study therefore investigated the dynamics of body shaming as exemplified in selected Yoruba popular music with a view to examining what constitutes body shaming and its effects on youths’ and adolescents’ mental health well-being. The study adopted ethnographic research design with qualitative approach, using In-depth interviews and key informant interviews to elicit responses from respondents. Music tracks– “Pxy Drip” by Naira Marley and “Omo pupa” by Victor Olaiya– also constituted the data. Data were content analysed. The findings revealed that some texts of popular music constitute one of the channels through which body shaming is promoted. There is a generational divide in the perception of body shaming, with younger audiences demonstrating heightened sensitivity to body-related lyrics. Resultant effects of body shaming, especially in contemporary times include harmful body enhancement, depression, low self-esteem, and anxiety, among others. The paper argues that repeated exposure to lyrics of contemporary popular music that promote body shaming can contribute to self-consciousness and internalised beauty pressures, which can trigger mental health disorders among adolescents. It is, therefore, imperative for stakeholders to censor the contents of music that are being released for public consumption because of the negative effects such music may have on youths
Social Protection and Border Communities: A Critical Analysis of Policy Responses to Cross-Border Vulnerabilities in the Sahel Region
Full text linkThe Sahel region has become a critical site for understanding the intersection of migration, vulnerability, and social protection in the context of fragility. Border communities in this region experience overlapping insecurities driven by climate shocks, conflict, and economic marginalisation, yet remain peripheral to national welfare frameworks. This study explores how social protection systems in Niger, Nigeria, Burkina Faso, and Mali respond to the specific needs of populations living in cross-border zones, marked by high mobility and informality. Using a mixed-methods design that integrates spatial vulnerability mapping, policy document analysis, and semi-structured interviews, the research interrogates the inclusiveness, coordination, and governance of social protection interventions at the border. Grounded in the theoretical perspectives of social risk management, transnational social protection, and social exclusion, the study reveals how state-centred welfare regimes often fail to account for the fluid livelihoods and identities of border populations. It argues for a re-conceptualisation of social protection as a transboundary public good that requires policy harmonisation and institutional collaboration across Sahelian states. The findings contribute to migration scholarship by highlighting how the governance of mobility intersects with welfare regimes, offering insights for building inclusive and resilient social protection systems in Africa’s borderlands
Comparative Assessment of Physico-chemical Characteristics of Balanites aegyptiaca (Desert Date) Biodiesel Blends and Conventional Diesel
Full text linkThe growing global energy demand and the environmental impact of conventional diesel impose the exploration of sustainable alternatives. This study assesses the physico-chemical properties of Balanites aegyptiaca (desert date) biodiesel blends (B20, B25, and B30) against conventional diesel (B0) and ASTM D6751 standards. Biodiesel was produced via alkali-catalyzed transesterification, achieving an 81.2% yield from seed kernels with 43.5% oil content. Important fuel properties, including density, flash point, kinematic viscosity, pour point, cloud point, and calorific value, were analyzed. The results shows that the blends have a higher density (850–860 kg/m³), elevated flash point (100–110°C), and increased viscosity (3.25–3.60 mm²/s) than diesel (830 kg/m³, 93°C, 2.60 mm²/s), with slightly lower calorific values (42.5–43.8 MJ/kg to 45.4 MJ/kg). While viscosity met ASTM D6751 limits (1.9–6.0 mm²/s), flash points were substandard (<130°C min). Cold-flow properties (pour point: -11.9 to -13.6°C; cloud point: -2 to -8°C) were inferior to diesel (-17°C; -15°C), indicating cold-climate working challenges. The B20 blend demonstrated an optimal balance between fuel properties and renewable content. Balanites aegyptiaca biodiesel is viable for diesel engines but requires additive treatment or blend optimization for cold regions. These findings support sustainable biofuel development in arid zones using non-food feedstocks
Youth Exposure, Engagement, and Impulsive Grassroot Activism in the Digital Political Landscape in Solomon Edebor’s Good Morning, Sodom and Olu Obafemi’s The New Dawn
Full text linkYouth exposure and engagement in the digital age have significantly helped to shape contemporary socio-political behaviour mirrored through numerous social and political discourses emanating from society. As young individuals increasingly see the need to meet standards raised by contemporary realities, several social engagements affect their behaviour. However, the rise of grassroots activism in the society demands an immediate response considering its socio-political implications. This study examines the socio-political engagement in the society from the lens of Solomon Edebor's Good Morning, Sodom and Olu Obafemi's The New Dawn. Youth engagement reveals widespread social and moral decay permeating modern lifestyles. On the political plane, maladministration is depicted as a repressive force that precipitates rigorous interaction that actively calls for change. The aforementioned are emergent themes that pose issues of discourse in the selected drama texts. This paper engages a sociological theoretical framework to investigate patterns of social and political engagement within society. However, the expansion of youth engagement in social and political activities inherently results in a greater comprehension of complex political issues. This study concludes that the dynamics of political activism are essential for fostering meaningful youth engagement in shaping policies that affect the lives of the citizenry
The Role of Digital Literacy in Information Discernment and Misinformation Resilience: A Dual-Outcome Analysis in the Nigerian Social Media Context
Full text linkThis study investigates the relationship between digital literacy and misinformation resistance among Nigerian social media users, examining both information discernment capability and misinformation resilience behaviour as distinct outcomes. Through a quantitative survey of 306 active social media users in Nigeria, the research employs PLS-SEM to analyse the direct and mediated relationships between these variables. The study demonstrates strong positive relationships between digital literacy and fact-checking behaviour (β = 0.681, p < 0.001), and between fact-checking behaviour and both information discernment capability (β = 0.609, p < 0.001) and misinformation resilience behaviour (β = 0.428, p < 0.001). These results suggest that the development of practical verification skills, rather than general digital competencies alone, is crucial for effective misinformation resistance. The findings contribute to our understanding of how digital literacy influences misinformation resistance in developing nations and provide practical implications for digital literacy education programs and social media platform policies