Journal articles: 'Education in Benue, Nigeria'

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Demekaa, Bridget, and Umbur Demekaa. "The Influence of Library Satisfaction on the Provision of User Services in the Colleges of Education Libraries in Benue State, Nigeria." Asian Journal of Information Science and Technology 8, no. 3 (November 5, 2018): 67–70. http://dx.doi.org/10.51983/ajist-2018.8.3.199.

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This study was carried out to determine the influence of library satisfaction on the provision of user services in the Colleges of Education libraries in Benue State. The study was guided by one objective, one research question and one hypothesis. A survey research design was adapted for the study. The population of the study comprises of all the final year students from the two Colleges of Education libraries in Benue State. The simple random sampling technique was used to draw a sample 337 respondents from the two colleges of education libraries in the area. A self-constructed questionnaire titled “Influence of Library Satisfaction on the Provision of User Services (ILSPUSQ)” was used as an instrument for data collection. Data collected for the study was analysed using mean and standard deviation to answer research question while the chi-square was used to test hypothesis at 0.05 level of significance. The findings of the study revealed that library satisfaction has low influence on the provision of user services in Colleges of Education libraries in Benue State. The study conducted that there was a significant influence of library satisfaction on the provision of user services in Colleges of Education libraries in Benue State. Finally, it was recommended that, in order to make the users to have satisfaction from the services proffered to them, the college libraries in Benue State should provide adequate user services.

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Akor, J. O., V. U. Obisike, E. A. Omudu, and G. N. Imandeh. "Prevalence and Socio-Environmental Factors Associated with Polyparasitism, Benue State, Nigeria." Nigerian Journal of Parasitology 42, no. 1 (April 14, 2021): 181–85. http://dx.doi.org/10.4314/njpar.v42i1.24.

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Parasitic diseases are closely related to poor sanitation, lack of good drinking water, improper disposal of human waste, lack of latrines and poor personal hygiene. This study evaluated the prevalence and distribution of polyparasitic infections and the impact of health education and treatment. Stool and urine samples from 350 consented participants were parasitologically examined for parasites. Out of the 350 samples, 150 stool samples were infected with intestinal parasites and 2 urine samples were positive for Trichomonas vaginalis. Out of the infected 152 participants, 40 of them had co-infection (polyparasitism), specifically 5(1.43%) had triple co-infection, 35(10%) had double co-infection.Health education and treatment measures had significant (p<0.05) effect on infections. It is important that health education be intensified in areas where treatment may not be forthcoming to reduce infections. Keywords: Prevalence, helminths, polyparasitism, sanitation, Benue State

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Odoh, Ngozi Ekunyi, Simon Uguru Nwibo, Anayochukwu Victor Eze, and Esther Onyinyichi Igwe. "Farmers income and savings pattern in Benue State, Nigeria." Journal of Agricultural Extension 24, no. 1 (February 4, 2020): 128–37. http://dx.doi.org/10.4314/jae.v24i1.13.

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The study analysed farmers’ income and savings pattern in Benue State. Both multi-stage random and purposive sampling procedures were employed to select 140 respondents for the study. The study employed primary data which were collected through the use of the structured questionnaire. The result showed that farm size, level of access to credit, diversification of income sources, types of investment and risks inherent in the business are the major determinants of the income level of the small scale farmers. The farmers engaged in the following farm activities, crop production, hunting, fishing, gathering of forest products, marketing of agricultural products and livestock production. Meanwhile, trading, teaching, and non-farm wage labour were the main non-farm activities they engaged in. The result equally showed that farmers adopted both formal and informal savings methods but have higher preference for the informal method as indicated by their preference for savings in rotational savings and credit Association (ESUSU) and daily contribution schemes. Educational attainment, annual income, farming experience, and farm size had positive influence on the farmers’ savings pattern. The test of the hypothesis indicated that the socio-economic characteristics of the small scale farmers have significant effects on the savings pattern adopted in the area. Consequently, the study recommended the establishment of banks in the rural area so as to increase farmers’ savings capacity in formal sector; establishment of enlightenment programme to create awareness among the rural farmers, and introduction of risk reduction policy to minimize risks associated with farming, thereby encouraging farmers to remain in farming business.Keywords: Farm activities, non-farm activities, farmers, formal and informal savings

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Obinne, C. P. O. "Adoption of Improved Livestock Management Innovations in Nigeria: The Benue State Experience." Outlook on Agriculture 25, no. 2 (June 1996): 119–22. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/003072709602500208.

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Livestock farming in Africa Is limited by many factors, Including health, nutrition and reproductive performance. A study was carried out in Nigeria to identify the factors influencing the adoption of Improved livestock management practices. Some 980 farmers who kept livestock on a small scale were interviewed In Benue State, an area often described as the ‘food basket’ of Nigeria. Many of the farmers had no formal education, derived little income from livestock, and showed a limited degree of social participation and extension contact. The last three variables were significantly related to the adoption of improved livestock management practices. A sustained farmer education programme is vital, but there is a real need for extension agents to work with groups of farmers.

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Ochoga, M. O., A. Michael, I. Ikuren, R. O. Abah, R. Abdallah, and O. J. Dabit. "Newborn cord care practices amongst mothers in Makurdi, Benue State Nigeria." Nigerian Journal of Paediatrics 47, no. 3 (August 6, 2020): 234–39. http://dx.doi.org/10.4314/njp.v47i3.7.

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Background: Omphalitis is a neonatal infection resulting from unhygienic care of the umbilical cord.In 2014, the World Health Organization issued a new recommendation; the application Of daily Chlorhexidine gel to the umbilical stump. The aim of this study was to determine cord care practices common amongst mothers in Makurdi Local Government area of Benue State in North Central Nigeria. Methodology: The study was a cross-sectional study carried out at the well-baby Immunization Clinic of the Benue State University Teaching hospital (BSUTH) and the Immunization Clinic at the Epidemiology unit of the Benue State Ministry of Health both in Makurdi Local Government area of Benue State from April to July 2018.Subjects were mothers presenting with their babies at these clinics during the study period. Information was collected using a structured intervieweradministered questionnaire. Results: Three hundred and ninetyeight mother-infant pairs participated in this study. Of the infants the males were 205 (51.5%) while the females were 193 (48.5%); they were aged 1-16 days with mean age of 4.29±2.37 days. Two hundred and seventy-two (68.3%) mothers had their babies’ cords cleaned with methylated spirit alone while 11 (2.8%) cleaned with methylated spirit and another substance. The commonest substance applied to cord after cleaning was Vaseline 58(14.6%). Conclusion: The use of methylated spirit for cord care is high among mothers in Makurdi, the uptake of Chlorhexidine as recommended by WHO is significantly very low and this calls for more concerted efforts in educating mothers about the use of Chlorhexidine for cord care. Key words: Chlorhexidine, Cord care, Mothers, Newborn, Practices,

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UTULU, S. N., and T. O. LAWOYIN. "EPIDEMIOLOGICAL FEATURES OF HIV INFECTION AMONG PREGNANT WOMEN IN MAKURDI, BENUE STATE, NIGERIA." Journal of Biosocial Science 39, no. 3 (May 2007): 397–408. http://dx.doi.org/10.1017/s0021932006001489.

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Summary.Women in Benue State have for years had the highest HIV rate in the country, but because the sentinel surveys are anonymized and unlinked, not much is known about the socio-demographic, behavioural and other risk factors that predispose these women to the disease. The HIV/AIDS epidemic in Nigeria does not appear to be a single epidemic but rather multiple epidemics of varying magnitude and trends. This cross-sectional study was therefore carried out to identify the risk factors for HIV/AIDS among these women. A total of 404 consecutive consenting mothers enrolled at the booking clinic were followed up until delivery of their babies. They were interviewed using a semi-structured questionnaire and tested for HIV infection using an ELISA-based kit after obtaining informed consent. Mean age of the mothers was 26±6·1 years, 94·8% were married while 50·5% had at least secondary level education. Sixty-one (15·1%) mothers were HIV positive with mothers aged 15–24 years being responsible for 50·8% of all infection. Following bivariate analysis, being single, having a partner with low level of formal education, living in a rural location, being in a polygamous/multiple partner union, being a higher order polygamous wife, being married more than once and reporting a history of a sexually transmitted infection were significantly associated with HIV infection. Monogamous women who lived apart from their partners and women who had ever had blood transfusion were also more likely to be HIV positive. Following multivariate logistic regression, a young age of 15–24 years (multivariate OR=3·3, 95% CI=1·2–8·4, p=0·02); ever had other STIs (OR=1·6, 95% CI 1·1–2·3, p=0·009); no formal maternal education (OR=0·6, 95% CI 0·4–0·9, p=0·021) and having one lifetime sexual partner (OR=0·4, 95% CI 0·3–0·5, p<0·00001) were significantly associated with HIV infection in the study population. Appropriate interventions must be directed at young people and should include STI control and abstinence education. Blood safety must be ensured as well as a general improvement in the level of formal and health education in this community.

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Demekaa, Bridget, and Umbur Demekaa. "Women differentials in fertility: The case of rural and urban educational development in Benue State, Nigeria." Tropical Journal of Education 2, no. 1/2 (February 28, 2021): 80–86. http://dx.doi.org/10.47524/tje.v2i1.9.

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This study relates women education to fertility in the Ihugh (rural) and Makurdi (urban) setting in Benue State. The general purpose of the study is to test whether women with substantial schooling do have lower fertility than those without schooling. The study reveals that there is fertility differential for rural and urban settings, and that schooling is an index of the differentials. The study presents its findings and puts forward some recommendations that can help the government to address the issue of women education, especially the girl-child education.

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Joseph Ahemba, Gbuushi,, and Ubwa, Theophilus Terwase. "Impact of Library User Education Program on Undergraduate Students in Benue State University, Makurdi, Nigeria." European Scientific Journal, ESJ 14, no. 7 (March 31, 2018): 126. http://dx.doi.org/10.19044/esj.2018.v14n7p126.

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The study sought to examine the impact of user education on the utilization of library resources by undergraduate students of Benue State University, Makurdi. The study adopted the survey research design and the population consisted of 25,232 regular undergraduate students in 7 faculties which a sample size of 380 respondents were selected using proportional random sampling technique. Self-developed questionnaires were distributed among sample undergraduate students. However, only three hundred and forty one 341 (89.73%) questionnaires were returned in good shape and analyzed using frequency distribution, percentage and mean. The findings of the study revealed that user education positively impacted the undergraduate students’ use of library resources and the academic performance. The method employed in teaching user education includes lecture method, independent assignment, and practical exercises among others. The study identified some problems that includes; over population, lack of instructional materials, poor monitoring of staff, inadequate qualified staff, limited time allocation, inadequate accommodation and space. The strategies that can be adopted to enhance effective user education to undergraduate students as indicated in the findings includes; provision of adequate staff, proper ventilation and illumination of venue, regular monitoring and control of user education procedures, adjustment of user education time to suit students, positive attitude of staff to the program among others. The study concludes that the library occupies a central place in the achievement of educational objectives of the students and this has made user education indispensable in the library.

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Mbah, EN, CI Ezeano, and MO Agada. "Effects of rural-urban youth migration on farm families in Benue state, Nigeria." International Journal of Agricultural Research, Innovation and Technology 6, no. 1 (August 12, 2016): 14–20. http://dx.doi.org/10.3329/ijarit.v6i1.29207.

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The study was assessed to determine the effects of rural-urban youth migration on farm families in Benue state, Nigeria during November 2014 to June 2015. Interview schedule was used to collect data from a sample of 80 respondents. Data were analyzed using frequency, percentage, mean scores and standard deviation. Results indicate that majority (76.3%) of the respondents were males, middle aged and married. Major causes of ruralurban youth migration indicated by the respondents include inadequate employment opportunities in rural areas (M=3.6), search for better education (M=3.5), inadequate social infrastructure such as schools (M=3.4), poor medical care services in rural areas (M=3.4), looking for money through labour (M=3.4), apprenticeship programme (M=3.2), etc. Findings of the study also indicate that reduction of agricultural labour force (M=3.5), low agricultural productivity (M=3.3), high cost of labour (M= 3.3), reduction on demand for locally grown foods (M=2.9), decrease in dependency ratio in the rural areas (M=2.7), reduction on number of mouths to feed (M=2.7), among others were major effects of ruralurban youth migration among farm families. The study recommends that Nigerian government should provide adequate physical and social infrastructure in rural areas in order to encourage youths to remain in agriculture, reduce rural-urban youth migration as well as sustain agriculture for enhanced food security.Int. J. Agril. Res. Innov. & Tech. 6 (1): 14-20, June, 2016

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Alaba, Oluwayemisi O., Olusanya E. Olubusoye, and J. O. Olaomi. "Spatial patterns and determinants of fertility levels among women of childbearing age in Nigeria." South African Family Practice 59, no. 4 (August 28, 2017): 38. http://dx.doi.org/10.4102/safp.v59i4.4735.

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Background: Despite aggressive measures to control the population in Nigeria, the population of Nigeria still remains worrisome. Increased birth rates have significantly contributed to Nigeria being referred to as the most populous country in Africa. This study analyses spatial patterns and contributory factors to fertility levels in different states in Nigeria. Method: The 2013 Nigerian Demographic Health Survey (NDHS) data were used to investigate the determinants of fertility levels in Nigeria using the geo-additive model. The fertility levels were considered as count data. Negative Binomial distribution was used to handle overdispersion of the dependent variable. Spatial effects were used to identify the hotspots for high fertility levels. Inference was a fully Bayesian approach. Results were presented within 95% credible Interval (CI). Results: Secondary or higher level of education of the mother, Yoruba ethnicity, Christianity, family planning use, higher wealth index, previous Caesarean birth were all factors associated with lower fertility levels in Nigeria. Age at first birth, staying in rural place of residence, the number of daughters in a household, being gainfully employed, married and living with a partner, community and household effects contribute to the high fertility patterns in Nigeria. The hotspots for high fertility in Nigeria are Kano, Yobe, Benue, Edo and Bayelsa states. Conclusion: State-specific policies need to be developed to address fertility levels in Nigeria. (Full text of the research articles are available online at www.medpharm.tandfonline.com/ojfp) S Afr Fam Pract 2017; DOI: 10.1080/20786190.2017.1292693

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Iwuchukwu, Juliana C., and Chris T. Beeior. "Constraints to USAID MARKET II soybean production project in Benue State Nigeria." Journal of Agricultural Extension 22, no. 3 (October 16, 2018): 139. http://dx.doi.org/10.4314/jae.v22i3.14.

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Ezihe, J. A. C., A. Ali, and G. A. Ivom. "Effects of Climate Change on Poultry Production in Benue State, Nigeria." Archives of Business Research 8, no. 2 (February 23, 2020): 98–105. http://dx.doi.org/10.14738/abr.82.7787.

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The study assessed the effects of climate change on poultry production in Benue State, Nigeria. One hundred and seventy nine (179) poultry farmers were interviewed to elicit relevant information in line with the objectives of the study. Descriptive statistics and inferential statistical tools were used for data analysis. Findings revealed that Majority (46.8%) of all the poultry farmers fall within 21-40 years age bracket .This results imply that poultry farmers in the area were above the dependent age. The average age of the respondents was 39.1 years and within the economically active age range. Majority of (52.5%) of the respondents were females and 47.5% were males. This means that poultry production is gender sensitive. The result showed that respondents have one level of education to the other, an indication that school leavers were no longer waiting for white kola jobs rather than engaged themselves in poultry production in the study area. The average start-up capital of the respondents was found to be N85,542, this may be due to the fact that majority of the respondents operate in small scale. Close to half (48.6%) of the respondents practiced intensive system of poultry production in the study area. with the mean years of awareness as 10.51. The findings further revealed that 90.9% of the respondents agreed that they are aware of climate change; this indicates that the majority of the poultry farmers in the study area have noticed variation in climatic elements. 85.9% of the respondents all agreed that temperature fluctuate in the study area. 72.6% of the respondents observed increased sunshine intensity in the study area and 76.3% agreed that distribution of rainfall follows normal distribution. 80.5% of the respondents agreed that global warming has effect on poultry production respectively. Inferential statistics shows that there is a significant relationship between respondents’ socio – economic characteristics and perception of poultry farmers on effects of climate change on poultry production since p > 0.05 (r = 0.544, p= 0.000). It is recommended extension agents and other development agencies need to educate the poultry farmers more about the effects posed by climate change on poultry production and intensify awareness campaign to poultry farmers on how to reduce the effects of climate change on poultry production.

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Omoregbee, F. E. "Communication of Improved Farm Practices to Rural Women Farmers in Benue State, Nigeria." Outlook on Agriculture 27, no. 1 (March 1998): 53–56. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/003072709802700110.

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A study was conducted to investigate the communication process through which the extension workers of Benue Agricultural and Rural Development Authority (BNARDA) disseminate improved farm practices to rural women farmers. A total of 250 women farmers who were in contact with the extension services were randomly selected and interviewed. The results showed that 90% of them recognized personal contacts, group meetings of farmers, and method-and-result demonstration sites as channels through which they communicated with the extension workers. There was a positive and significant interaction effect between the frequency of contacts the rural women contact farmers had with the extension workers and some of their socioeconomic characteristics: education ( b = 0.91); farm size ( b = 0.117); and knowledge of extension worker's office by the rural women contact farmers ( b = 0.48).

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Ekele, Garba Emmanuel. "Coding Agricultural Education for Innovative Information and Communication Technology in Colleges of Education in Benue and Nasarawa States, Nigeria." International Journal of Computing Sciences Research 4, no. 3 (September 1, 2020): 351–58. http://dx.doi.org/10.25147/ijcsr.2017.001.1.44.

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Atama, Chiemezie Scholastica, Uzoma Odera Okoye, Amelia Ngozi Odo, Aloysius Odii, and Uche Teresa Okonkwo. "Belief System: A Barrier to the Use of Modern Contraceptives among the Idoma of Benue State, North Central Nigeria." Journal of Asian and African Studies 55, no. 4 (November 29, 2019): 600–616. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/0021909619888774.

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Despite the benefit of modern contraception, its use remains low in Nigeria. This study examined belief system as a barrier to the use of modern contraceptives among the Idoma of Benue State, North Central Nigeria. Questionnaire ( n = 1107), in-depth interview ( n = 6) and focus group discussion ( n = 52) were used to collect data from three local government areas (LGAs). The results showed high levels of knowledge (88.0%), however, only 37.8% used modern contraceptives. The male condom had the highest percentage use (56.7%). Chi-square results showed that LGA, education and occupation were significantly related to the use of modern contraceptives. Being of greater age increased the likelihood of use, whereas higher levels of education and income decreased the likelihood of modern contraceptive use ( p < 0.05). Qualitative data indicated that married women were expected to eschew modern contraceptives due to their belief in Alekwu, the community deity. Designing interventions that are culturally specific could promote use of modern contraceptives among the group.

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Addy, Vershima Jose, and Msendoo Franca Agaku. "Relative Performance of Students by Gender in Public Examinations (Biology) - A Case of Selected Urban Secondary Schools in Benue State, Nigeria." International Letters of Natural Sciences 48 (November 2015): 1–7. http://dx.doi.org/10.18052/www.scipress.com/ilns.48.1.

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Relative performance of students by gender in public examinations was assessed using questionnaires and standardized test on one hundred and eighty students from some selected urban centered schools in Benue State. Casual comparative design and correlation design were used and the results showed that socio-economic status of parents affects the performance of their children/wards (students), and there is no significance difference in the level of performance between boys and girls in public examinations. Parent should be enlightened through seminars and workshops on the importance of educating themselves and their children/ward. Governments, non-governmental organization (NGO’S) and individuals should establish more schools for more education of both sexes. These were the suggestions advanced.

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Clement O, Iji, Ogbole Patience O, and Uka Nanna K. "Effect of Improvised Instructional Materials on Students’ Achievement in Geometry at the Upper Basic Education Level in Makurdi Metropolis, Benue State, Nigeria." American Journal of Educational Research 2, no. 7 (July 7, 2014): 538–42. http://dx.doi.org/10.12691/education-2-7-17.

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a, Joseph, O. Toluhi, and Mathew D. Femi. "ROLE OF ACADEMIC SELF-EFFICACY ON ATTITUDE TOWARDS RESEARCH ACTIVITIES AMONG NIGERIAN UNDERGRADUATES." International Journal of Advanced Research 9, no. 5 (May 31, 2021): 573–77. http://dx.doi.org/10.21474/ijar01/12877.

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Research is a ubiquitous part of education at the tertiary level across the globe. Research is fundamental in the advancement and improvement of every aspect of our world. The demand for students participation in research activities has increasingly been adopted in many tertiary institutions in Nigeria. Therefore, this study aims to determine attitude towards research activities among Nigerias undergraduates based on academic self-efficacy. A cross-sectional survey design was adopted. The study population comprised students from two public tertiary institutions in Nigeria (Kogi State University and Benue State University). One hundred and twenty-seven undergraduates(n=127) comprising males and females wererandomly selected to participatein the study. The participants completed self-report measures, including a self-develop instrument designed to ascertain students attitudes towards research activities and the College Academic Self-Efficacy Scale (CASES). Linear regression analysis was conducted to determine the variation in attitude towards research activity based on students academic self-efficacy. The investigation revealed that academic self-efficacy statistically significantly predicted attitude towards research activity at F (1,125), 60.035, P<.000. With adjusted R2,the predictor variable accounted for 22.2% of the variance in attitude towards research activity. The study concluded that academic self-efficacy is a significant predictor of attitude towards research activities.

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Mando, Lorine, C. K. Biam, and P. A. Burbwa. "Gender Based Differences in the Productivity of Grain Legume Farmers in Benue State, Nigeria." Journal of Agricultural Studies 8, no. 1 (March 2, 2020): 153. http://dx.doi.org/10.5296/jas.v8i1.15716.

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The study was carried out to assess the differences in the productivity of grain legume farmers, based on gender in Benue State, Nigeria. A Sample size of 220 grain legume farmers comprising 110 male and 110 females was used. Data were collected with the use of a well structured questionnaire. The collected data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, such as frequency, percentage and mean, as well as inferential statistics, such as t-test and total factor productivity. The results revealed that the mean age of female respondents was 38 years while that of male was 40 years. A larger proportion of the male and female respondents were married (82.7%, and 71.8%:, respectively).The result showed a mean household size of 7 persons for females and 8 persons for males. Also the average annual income was ₦218,309 for females and ₦258,285 for male grain legume farmers. Farming was seen as their major occupation with an average farming experience of 9 years for the females and 10 years for the males. An average farm size of 2.8 hectares for female respondents and 3.4 hectares for the males exists in the study area. Furthermore, result on productivity showed that the mean yield/ha of male respondents was higher (780.28) than the yield of female (696.85) respondents. The t-test result revealed that there was a significant difference in the yield of male and female grain legume farmers (t=1.968, P=0.050), and there was also a significant difference in the productivity of male and female farmers (t=1.648, P=0.041). The study therefore recommends that female farmers should be encouraged to acquire higher education and also female grain legume farmers should be given equal rights as regards productive factors like land.

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Mary Ojotule Agada, Victor Akwu Otene, and Sunday Ogwuche Adikwu. "Usage of indigenous production and preservation practices by maize farmers in Ugbokolo, Benue State, Nigeria." World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews 8, no. 3 (December 30, 2020): 052–58. http://dx.doi.org/10.30574/wjarr.2020.8.3.0457.

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This study assessed the usage of indigenous knowledge in the production and preservation of maize by farmers in Ugbokolo, Benue State, Nigeria. Maize farmers formed the population of the study, of which a sample of 148 respondents were selected. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire, and analyzed using descriptive statistics. Findings revealed that 61.3% of the respondents were male, the mean age was 51.02 years, 47.3% possessed primary education, the mean household size was 7 persons, mean farm size was 2.79 Ha, and the mean output was 7.241 bags (100kg bags). The most used indigenous production practices were early planting of maize (87.9%) and intercropping of maize (83.1%), while the most used preservation practices were sun-drying of maize cobs (79.9%) and storage of maize in sacks (69.6%). The major reasons for using indigenous knowledge were accessibility (71.3%), sustainability (66.7%) and affordability (64.0%). The major constraints to use of indigenous production and preservation practices in maize was lack of documentation of IK in maize (x ̅ = 1.93). Based on these findings, it was recommended that improved storage be introduced to the farmers, while IK is documented for the use of future generations.

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Emmanuel, Onah Isegbe, Alu Cyprian, and Omudu Edward Agbo. "A Survey of Bedbug (Cimex lectularius) Infestation in Some Homes and Hostels in Gboko, Benue State, Nigeria." Psyche: A Journal of Entomology 2014 (2014): 1–5. http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2014/762704.

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A Survey of bed bug infestation in some homes and hostels, in Gboko, Benue State, Nigeria, was conducted from January to April, 2011. Bed frames, bunks, mattresses, pillows, chairs, and clothes were inspected. A total of 2,642 bed bugs were collected. 73.3% were from hostels while 26.7% were from homes. There was a significant difference between in the number of homes infested and those not infested (χ2=61.44,df=4,P<0.05). Nymphs were the most populated, with 292 (41.4%), followed by males 223 (31.6%), and females 190 (27.0%). There was no significant difference in the number of infested hostels and those not infested (χ2=0.8,df=4,P<0.05). The nymphs being the most populated with 901 (64.1%), followed by males 538 (36.1%), and then females 496 (35.3%). The greater number of infestation recorded in the hostels was as a result of poor hygiene, lack of adequate knowledge of the best control practices and the high population density. In homes, lack of the awareness of the resurgence of the emerging pest and lack of proper health education is responsible for the high infestation. Proactive approach should be taken towards public health education against bed bug infestation. Government and NGOs should take critical steps in preventing spread and stigma.

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Goon, Daniel Ter, Charles Mpofu, Vincent Oladele Adeniyi, Uchenna Benedine Okafor, Simon Wuhe Akusu, Benjamin Ijuo Ejeh, and Unogwu O. Unogwu. "Elevated Blood Pressure of High Altitude Dwelling Andibila Adults in Oju, Nigeria." Global Journal of Health Science 11, no. 1 (December 23, 2018): 150. http://dx.doi.org/10.5539/gjhs.v11n1p150.

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OBJECTIVE: To examine the blood pressure of high altitude dwelling Andibila adults in Oju, Nigeria. METHODS: A cross-sectional survey of 121 Andibila adults living at a high altitude in Oju, Benue state, Nigeria. Body mass, stature, girths (waist and hip circumferences) were taken using standard procedures. Blood pressure (BP) measurement was assessed twice, and the average recorded. Participants with a systolic blood pressure (SBP) of ≥ 140 and diastolic blood pressure (DBP) of ≥ 90 were diagnosed as hypertensive. RESULTS: The participants mean age was 49.9 years (SD=16.5. The prevalence rate of elevated pressure was 55.9%. Traditional alcohol use was significantly common in males (49.1%; OR=31.8; 95% CI 7.1 –143.3; p<0.0001) than females (2.9%). Increase in SBP was significantly associated with increasing age (r=0.198; p=0.0301), WC (r=0.215; p=0.018) and BMI (r=0.242; p=0.008). CONCLUSION: There is need for health education and awareness campaign concerning the risk of elevated blood pressure of lean Andibila adults living in a geographically secluded setting.

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Onoyase, Anna. "An Evaluation of the Prevalence of Substance Abuse among Students of Higher Education Institutions in Benue State, North- Central Nigeria: Implications for Counseling." International Journal of Psychological Studies 11, no. 3 (August 23, 2019): 39. http://dx.doi.org/10.5539/ijps.v11n3p39.

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The Investigation was directed towards the prevalence of substance abuse among students of higher education institutions, Benue State North – Central Nigeria. In order to undertake the research, one research question and one hypothesis were formulated to guide the study. The researcher made use of “Prevalence of Substance Abuse among Students Questionnaire” (POSAASQ) to obtain information for the research. The instrument was made up of twenty items. Students responded to substances abused by ticking always (A) 4 points, often (0) 3 points, sometimes (S) 2 points and never (N), 1 point. The reliability coefficient of the instrument was 0.89 while it had content validity and language appropriateness. Six research Assistants were used by the researcher to administer copies of the instrument on the respondents in colleges of education, polytechnics and universities. The mean and standard deviation were used to analyse the data, items 1 – 20. The One – Way Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) was used to test the hypothesis. One of the findings revealed that, there is prevalence of substance abuse among students in colleges of education, polytechnics and universities. Another finding showed that, there is significant difference among students in colleges of education, polytechnics and universities in the prevalence of substance abuse. Some of the recommendations include; the government should formulate laws to guide the consumption of different substances in Nigeria so as to prevent abuse, Authorities of Higher Education Institutions should sensitize students on the dangers of substance abuse through the use of posters and handbills.

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Anzaku, T. A. K., D. A. Anda, and I. B. Umar. "Influence of Socio-Economic Conditions of Farmers on the Control of Insect Pests of Citrus in Benue State, Nigeria." Journal of Agricultural Science 8, no. 2 (January 17, 2016): 84. http://dx.doi.org/10.5539/jas.v8n2p84.

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Despite the significant losses of citrus fruits due to insect pests damage, not all farmers control the menace of these pests. Control of these pests is inevitable for high quality, sustained and increased production of the product and income for the farmers. It is, therefore, imperative in the study to empirically establish the socio-economic variables of citrus farmers influencing the control of citrus insect pests. To achieve this, data collected from a random sample of 50 commercial citrus farmers from the major producing areas of Benue State in 2014, through the use of questionnaire, were analyzed by employing descriptive statistics and logistic regression model. With the exception of age with a coefficient of -.035, which influenced the control of insect pests negatively, the influence of other variables such as education (.362), experience (.159), gender (.992), income from citrus (.002) and income from other enterprises (.001) were positive, although only education and income earned from citrus were significant at 10% and 1% level of probability, respectively. Control of insect pests of citrus can be better achieved by potential and existing farmers if their education and earning from citrus production are continually and simultaneously increased.

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Amali, I. O. O., A. Yusuf, and M. B. Muhinat. "Indigenous farmers’ and non-farmers’ perceptions on schooling and human-capital development in agro-based rural communities in southern benue, Nigeria." New Educational Review 42, no. 4 (December 31, 2015): 144–52. http://dx.doi.org/10.15804/tner.2015.42.4.12.

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Oghagbon, K. E., I. Nwannadi, and G. Achinge. "Medical Students’ Perception of Learning Environment at Benue State University College of Health Sciences, Makurdi, North-Central Nigeria." Journal of BioMedical Research and Clinical Practice 1, no. 1 (April 20, 2018): 46–52. http://dx.doi.org/10.46912/1i1.201817.

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The perception by Medical Students of their learning environment impacts on their understanding of the course of study and performances. This was a descriptive study that assessed medical students’ perception of learning environment at the College of Health Sciences, Benue State University, Nigeria. The Dundee Ready Education Environment Measure (DREEM) questionnaire was applied to all the second, third and fourth year medical students to assess the following areas; student’s perception of learning (SPL), student’s perception of course organizers (SPCO), student’s academic self-perception (SASP), student’s perception of atmosphere (SPA), and student’s social self-perception (SSSP). Data was analysed with the SPSS software version 15. Out of 250 questionnaires distributed to the students, 210 (84%) were fit for analysis; 174 males (82.9%) and 36 females (17.1%) with a mean age of 24.8 years ± 3.7. Mean global score (MGS) of study was 106.3/200 (53.2%) meaning positive perception, but not reflective of students centred learning. SPCO and SSSP needs to improve at a score of 48% and 49.3% respectively as against 100%. Other domains had positive perceptions (SPL; 56%, SASP; 61.9%, and SPA; 53.5%). There was a significantly lower SPA score in those in fourth year of study compared to second and third year students. (p ˂ 0.01) Medical Students at the BSU, Nigeria have positive perception of their learning environment, but the authority can improve MGS by increasing students’ social support, and retraining the teachers.

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Oghagbon, K. E., I. Nwannadi, and G. Achinge. "Medical Students’ Perception of Learning Environment at Benue State University College of Health Sciences, Makurdi, North-Central Nigeria." Journal of BioMedical Research and Clinical Practice 1, no. 1 (April 20, 2018): 46–52. http://dx.doi.org/10.46912/jbrcp.17.

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The perception by Medical Students of their learning environment impacts on their understanding of the course of study and performances. This was a descriptive study that assessed medical students’ perception of learning environment at the College of Health Sciences, Benue State University, Nigeria. The Dundee Ready Education Environment Measure (DREEM) questionnaire was applied to all the second, third and fourth year medical students to assess the following areas; student’s perception of learning (SPL), student’s perception of course organizers (SPCO), student’s academic self-perception (SASP), student’s perception of atmosphere (SPA), and student’s social self-perception (SSSP). Data was analysed with the SPSS software version 15. Out of 250 questionnaires distributed to the students, 210 (84%) were fit for analysis; 174 males (82.9%) and 36 females (17.1%) with a mean age of 24.8 years ± 3.7. Mean global score (MGS) of study was 106.3/200 (53.2%) meaning positive perception, but not reflective of students centred learning. SPCO and SSSP needs to improve at a score of 48% and 49.3% respectively as against 100%. Other domains had positive perceptions (SPL; 56%, SASP; 61.9%, and SPA; 53.5%). There was a significantly lower SPA score in those in fourth year of study compared to second and third year students. (p ˂ 0.01) Medical Students at the BSU, Nigeria have positive perception of their learning environment, but the authority can improve MGS by increasing students’ social support, and retraining the teachers.

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Oghagbon, K. E., I. Nwannadi, and G. Achinge. "Medical Students’ Perception of Learning Environment at Benue State University College of Health Sciences, Makurdi, North-Central Nigeria." Journal of BioMedical Research and Clinical Practice 1, no. 1 (April 20, 2018): 46–52. http://dx.doi.org/10.46912/jbrcp.v1.i1.2018.17.

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The perception by Medical Students of their learning environment impacts on their understanding of the course of study and performances. This was a descriptive study that assessed medical students’ perception of learning environment at the College of Health Sciences, Benue State University, Nigeria. The Dundee Ready Education Environment Measure (DREEM) questionnaire was applied to all the second, third and fourth year medical students to assess the following areas; student’s perception of learning (SPL), student’s perception of course organizers (SPCO), student’s academic self-perception (SASP), student’s perception of atmosphere (SPA), and student’s social self-perception (SSSP). Data was analysed with the SPSS software version 15. Out of 250 questionnaires distributed to the students, 210 (84%) were fit for analysis; 174 males (82.9%) and 36 females (17.1%) with a mean age of 24.8 years ± 3.7. Mean global score (MGS) of study was 106.3/200 (53.2%) meaning positive perception, but not reflective of students centred learning. SPCO and SSSP needs to improve at a score of 48% and 49.3% respectively as against 100%. Other domains had positive perceptions (SPL; 56%, SASP; 61.9%, and SPA; 53.5%). There was a significantly lower SPA score in those in fourth year of study compared to second and third year students. (p ˂ 0.01) Medical Students at the BSU, Nigeria have positive perception of their learning environment, but the authority can improve MGS by increasing students’ social support, and retraining the teachers.

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Ashaver, Doosuur. "The Use of Audio-Visual Materials in the Teaching and Learning Processes in Colleges of Education in Benue State-Nigeria." IOSR Journal of Research & Method in Education (IOSRJRME) 1, no. 6 (2013): 44–55. http://dx.doi.org/10.9790/7388-0164455.

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Ato, Tortiv, and William J. Wilkinson. "Relationships between the Availability and Use of Science Equipment and Attitudes to both Science and Sources of Scientific Information in Benue State, Nigeria." Research in Science & Technological Education 4, no. 1 (January 1986): 19–28. http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/0263514860040103.

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Nwaogwugwu, Amarachi, Nwabueze Achunam Simeon, and Celestine E. Ekwuluo. "EFFECT OF EXCESSIVE GESTATIONAL WEIGHT GAIN ON PREGNANCY OUTCOME: A CASE STUDY OF TERTIARY HOSPITALS IN BENUE STATE, NIGERIA." International Journal of Research -GRANTHAALAYAH 8, no. 3 (May 25, 2020): 180–89. http://dx.doi.org/10.29121/granthaalayah.v8.i3.2020.141.

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Motivation/Background: Little is known of adverse pregnancy outcomes resulting from Excess Gestational Weight Gain (EGWG) in Benue state, Nigeria. In this study, we aimed to assess the effects and association of EGWG on pregnancy outcome in tertiary hospitals in Benue State. Method: We used retrospective cohort study to examine the data obtained from the general Antenatal Care (ANC) Register of 350 pregnant women who attended ANC clinic between January 1, 2016 and December 31, 2016. Pre-pregnancy Body Mass Index (BMI) was calculated by dividing weight in kilograms within first 14 weeks of gestation by square of height in meters while total gestational weight was calculated as difference between weight before, or at 14 weeks and weight at 37 weeks of gestation prior to delivery. Results: Data analysis was done using SPSS version 21. Out of the sampled folders, 103 (29.4%) women gained excess weight during pregnancy, 130 (37.1%) women gained the recommended weight while 117 (33.4%) women gained weight less than the recommended value. Analysis showed strong association between EGWG and pregnancy induced hypertension/pre-eclampsia, caesarean section and macrosomia. Conclusions: The study concluded that EGWG should be avoided by educating women on the need to gain appropriate weight during pregnancy to prevent adverse pregnancy outcomes which affect both mothers and their offspring.

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Kurumeh, M., P. Agogo, and K. Usman. "Effect of montessori method of teaching on junior secondary students’ Achievement in measuration in education Zone B, Benue State of Nigeria." American Journal of Scientific and Industrial Research 1, no. 2 (September 2010): 375–79. http://dx.doi.org/10.5251/ajsir.2010.1.2.375.379.

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Gabriel, Ogbeyi Ofikwu, Jenewari Atiye Joseph, Ogbeyi Aba Francis, Afolaranmi O. Tolulope, Aba John Paul, and Ikpom Terhemba Emmanuel. "Predictors of hepatatis B prevention and awareness among barbers in Gwer West Local Government area, Benue state, Nigeria." International Journal of Research in Medical Sciences 9, no. 6 (May 27, 2021): 1538. http://dx.doi.org/10.18203/2320-6012.ijrms20212219.

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Background: The rapid increase in the prevalence of hepatitis B virus infection is an important public health issue worldwide. Millions of the general population is at an increased risk of being infected but they lack the awareness and preventive measures against this infection. This study was carried out among barbers in Naka, Gwer West Local Government area of Benue state, to determine the predictors of awareness and preventive measures against hepatitis B. Methods: A cross sectional descriptive study involving all barbers in Naka were carried out. Structured interviewer administered questionnaires were used in collecting data from the respondents. Data were analyzed using statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS) version 23.0. Adjusted odds ratio and 95% confidence interval were used as point and interval estimates on the logistic model while a p value of ≤0.05 was considered statistically significant.Results: The total number of respondents in this study was 57. The mean age of the respondents was 25.9±2.10. Majority (92.2%) of the respondents had heard of hepatitis B, 48.9% were able to identify the cause of the disease as virus. Majority of the respondents (78.7%) identified vaccination as a preventive measure against hepatitis B. On vaccination, more than half (51.1%) had been vaccinated against hepatitis B. Vaccination and information significantly affect prevention and awareness p=0.015 and 0.001 respectively.Conclusions: Awareness of hepatitis B was high in this study but awareness about causes and clinical presentations were low. There is need for proper health education programmes to improve their knowledge about hepatitis B and its prevention.

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Iji, C. O., P. O. Ogbole, and N. K. Uka. "Effect of improvised instructional materials on students achievement in Geometry at the Upper Basic Education Level in Makurdi Metropolis, Benue State, Nigeria." Educational Research and Reviews 9, no. 15 (August 10, 2014): 504–9. http://dx.doi.org/10.5897/err2014.1778.

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Tokede, A. M., A. A. Banjo, A. O. Ahmad, M. O. Nosiru, A. J. Ogunsola, and T. Oyaniyi. "Impact of pastoralists-farmers’ conflicts on agroforestry farmers’ psychology and agricultural production in north central Nigeria." Global Journal of Agricultural Sciences 20, no. 1 (August 4, 2021): 1–9. http://dx.doi.org/10.4314/gjass.v20i1.1.

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The study examined the escalating conflict between the farmers and the pastoralists in the North Central region of Nigeria with regard to its impact on the psychology and productivity of agroforestry farmers. Benue, Nasarawa and Plateau states were reported to be the most affected by farmer- pastoralist conflicts in North Central Nigeria, they were therefore purposively selected for the study. The local governments that are most affected by the conflicts were also selected in each state. 25% of agroforestry farmers in each of the selected local government were randomly selected for the study. A total of one hundred and eighty (180) well-structured questionnaires were administered to farmers. Data were analysed using descriptive statistics such as frequency and percentage while the correlation coefficient (r) was used to draw inferences between the variables of the hypotheses. The study found out that 29% of the respondents were between the ages of 31-40, 75.6% were male, 69.8% were married, 37.2% had secondary education and majority of them (83.8%) were Christians. Also, 67.8% of them take farming as their main occupation. 40% of them has 6-10 acres of farm size. The Spearman’s rho correlation analysis revealed that demographics characteristics [age (r= -0.341; p= 0.000) education status (r= 0.200; p= 0.008) and household size (r= 0.151; p= 0.042)] of the respondents significantly correlated with the impact the conflict had on respondents’ psychology. The correlation coefficient (R)) showed that frequency of conflict is significantly related to respondents’ agricultural loss (r=0.183; p=0.025) and that the conflicts impact on respondents’ psychology is significantly correlated with their agricultural productiity (r=0.1357; p=0.034).

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Ezihe, Jacqueline, Ikechi Agbugba, and Wuese Iornum. "Economic Assessment of R ural Women Participation in Processing and Marketing of Soybean in Tarka LGA of Benue State Nigeria." Current Agriculture Research Journal 2, no. 1 (June 30, 2014): 43–50. http://dx.doi.org/10.12944/carj.2.1.06.

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The study was carried out in four markets namely: Wanune, Asukunya, Tiortyu and Gwarche markets from which 109 women processors and marketers were sampled. Structured questionnaires were used to elicit relevant information from the women. The first objective described the socio-economic characteristics of processors and marketers of soybean in the study area; the second identified the different forms of soybean product in the study area; the third determined the level of rural women participation in the processing and marketing of soybean product in the study area; and the fourth determined the profitability of processing and marketing of soybean products. The gross margin analysis for marketing of soybean gave a positive sign (₦1,583), an indication that soybean marketing is a profitable as well as lucrative business in the study area. The role of the women can be improved upon with better education through promotion o farmers/women cooperative and government strategies involving women. This study however recommends that government should facilitate he availability o credit facilities, inputs and infrastructural facilities and also revitalize and encourage ago-based industries so as to improve the efficiency in processing and marketing of soybean.

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Onyemocho, Audu, Agwa Moses, Aboh Kisani, Omole Namben Victoria, and Anejo-Okopi Joseph. "Assessment of knowledge and practice of vaccination of dogs against rabies by dog owners in Makurdi, Benue State, Nigeria." Annals of Medical Research and Practice 1 (April 23, 2020): 5. http://dx.doi.org/10.25259/anmrp_1_2020.

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Objective: Rabies, one of the oldest and fatal infectious diseases known to human race, is transmitted by infected dogs. The global target of zero dog-mediated rabies human deaths has been set for 2030; however, the realization of this goal poses challenges in most low-income countries where rabies is endemic due to weak surveillance. Dogs have been increasingly deployed for domestic uses over the years, especially for security purposes. This study assessed the assessment of knowledge and practice of vaccination of dogs against rabies by dog owners. Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional community-based study was employed to study 400 dog owners in Makurdi metropolis through multistage sampling techniques. Sighting of valid dog vaccination card was used as criteria for current vaccination. Bivariate analysis was carried out to establish the relationship between the respondent knowledge of rabies and dog vaccination with significant value set at P < 0.05. Results: The mean age of the respondents was 31 (Â ± 0.8) years, majority of them had tertiary and secondary education (40.0% and 39.0%, respectively), 26.0% were traders, and 50.0% were married. Overall, 73.0% of the respondents had good knowledge score, 61.0% had seen at least a rabid dog in their life time, and 74.0% have a history of dog vaccination, but evidence of up to date vaccination of dogs by owners was seen in only 18.0% of all the vaccination cards sighted. The relationship between the educational status of the respondents, their knowledge score, and their dog vaccination was statistically significant (P < 0.05). Conclusion: Knowledge of rabies among dog owners in Makurdi was good, but the practice of dog vaccination was poor. Educational status was a good predictor of practice. Awareness campaign on dog vaccination should be strengthened and adequate measures should be put in place at the veterinary hospitals in Makurdi for vaccination of dogs.

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Audu, O., C. O. Ojabo, A. O. Ojabo, V. N. Omole, G. O. Ogbeyi, and M. T. Maanongun. "Primordial Methods of Antenatal and Delivery Services on the Prowl in North- Central Nigeria." Journal of BioMedical Research and Clinical Practice 1, no. 2 (June 30, 2018): 118–23. http://dx.doi.org/10.46912/jbrcp.48.

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The Nigeria national reproductive health policy that was put in place to control maternal mortality is yet to achieve its desired effects as it is been hampered by the activities of traditional birth attendants in most communities. This study assessed the correlates of patronage of traditional birth attendants among women of reproductive age group in three rural communities of Apa local Government area of Benue State, Nigeria. A community-based cross sectional study design was employed to study 456 women in the settlements via a multistage sampling technique. Structured interviewer administered questionnaire was used for data collection. Multiple logistic regression analysis was used to assess the independent variables that had significant chi-square at p<0.05. The findings revealed that patronage of traditional birth attendants amongst the respondents was 172(37.7%). The prevalent reasons for the patronage by respondents were the affordable cost of treatment 135(78.5%), cultural acceptability 80(46.5%), negative attitude of health workers 58(33.8%), proximity 51(29.7%), and compassionate care of the traditional birth attendants 15(8.7%), Husband’s decisions 8(4.7%) and TBAs not embarking on industrial strike 3(1.7%). About 164(95.3%) of those that patronize traditional birth attendants were satisfied with the services rendered. However, 33(19.2%) admitted to have experienced complications during delivery. Education and the marital status of respondents had the highest impact (Beta= 3.114 and 2.486 respectively) on traditional birth attendants patronage. A more aggressive approach in advocacy and awareness campaign is therefore needed to promote the utilization of health facilities that are within the provision of the reproductive policy of the country.

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Ogbeyi, OG, TO Afolaranmi, PO Amede, O. Audu, and BT Koko. "Food Safety in Sub-urban Market: Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Hand Hygiene in Wadata Market, Makurdi, Benue State, Nigeria." Journal of BioMedical Research and Clinical Practice 2, no. 3 (December 6, 2019): 172–79. http://dx.doi.org/10.46912/2i3.2019131.

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A large number of males and females are engaged in the provision of food in Wadata market. Hand hygiene is the cornerstone of infection prevention (IP). When optimally performed, hand hygiene reduces healthcare-associated infections (HAI), spread and antimicrobial resistance (AMR). Poor compliance with hand hygiene practices remains a challenge for IP practitioners all over the world. More than 250 foodborne diseases are caused by bacteria or parasites. This study was conducted using a descriptive cross-sectional study of 138 respondents in Wadata market. Peer-reviewed and pilot tested questionnaires were employed. The questionnaires were classified into four sections namely-socio - demographic characteristics, knowledge on hand hygiene, attitude towards food hygiene and hygiene practices. Data analysis was done using Epi info a software package for statistical analysis version 23. Majority (40.6%) of the respondents were between the ages of 21-30 years. There were more females (80.6%) food vendors than males. Over 65% of the respondents had education above secondary school; and most of them obtained information on hand hygiene from mass media. Over 62% could define hand hygiene correctly while more than 90% had positive attitude towards hand hygiene. The practice level of the respondents of hand hygiene in this study was poor 42.7%. There was significant association between educational status and knowledge of hand hygiene (p<0.05). Overall knowledge of hand hygiene of the respondents was good and they had positive attitude towards hand hygiene but this did not strictly translate to good practices of hand hygiene.

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Ogbeyi, OG, TO Afolaranmi, PO Amede, O. Audu, and BT Koko. "Food Safety in Sub-urban Market: Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Hand Hygiene in Wadata Market, Makurdi, Benue State, Nigeria." Journal of BioMedical Research and Clinical Practice 2, no. 3 (December 6, 2019): 172–79. http://dx.doi.org/10.46912/jbrcp.131.

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A large number of males and females are engaged in the provision of food in Wadata market. Hand hygiene is the cornerstone of infection prevention (IP). When optimally performed, hand hygiene reduces healthcare-associated infections (HAI), spread and antimicrobial resistance (AMR). Poor compliance with hand hygiene practices remains a challenge for IP practitioners all over the world. More than 250 foodborne diseases are caused by bacteria or parasites. This study was conducted using a descriptive cross-sectional study of 138 respondents in Wadata market. Peer-reviewed and pilot tested questionnaires were employed. The questionnaires were classified into four sections namely-socio - demographic characteristics, knowledge on hand hygiene, attitude towards food hygiene and hygiene practices. Data analysis was done using Epi info a software package for statistical analysis version 23. Majority (40.6%) of the respondents were between the ages of 21-30 years. There were more females (80.6%) food vendors than males. Over 65% of the respondents had education above secondary school; and most of them obtained information on hand hygiene from mass media. Over 62% could define hand hygiene correctly while more than 90% had positive attitude towards hand hygiene. The practice level of the respondents of hand hygiene in this study was poor 42.7%. There was significant association between educational status and knowledge of hand hygiene (p<0.05). Overall knowledge of hand hygiene of the respondents was good and they had positive attitude towards hand hygiene but this did not strictly translate to good practices of hand hygiene.

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Ogbeyi, OG, TO Afolaranmi, PO Amede, O. Audu, and BT Koko. "Food Safety in Sub-urban Market: Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Hand Hygiene in Wadata Market, Makurdi, Benue State, Nigeria." Journal of BioMedical Research and Clinical Practice 2, no. 3 (December 6, 2019): 172–79. http://dx.doi.org/10.46912/jbrcp.v2.i3.2019.131.

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A large number of males and females are engaged in the provision of food in Wadata market. Hand hygiene is the cornerstone of infection prevention (IP). When optimally performed, hand hygiene reduces healthcare-associated infections (HAI), spread and antimicrobial resistance (AMR). Poor compliance with hand hygiene practices remains a challenge for IP practitioners all over the world. More than 250 foodborne diseases are caused by bacteria or parasites. This study was conducted using a descriptive cross-sectional study of 138 respondents in Wadata market. Peer-reviewed and pilot tested questionnaires were employed. The questionnaires were classified into four sections namely-socio - demographic characteristics, knowledge on hand hygiene, attitude towards food hygiene and hygiene practices. Data analysis was done using Epi info a software package for statistical analysis version 23. Majority (40.6%) of the respondents were between the ages of 21-30 years. There were more females (80.6%) food vendors than males. Over 65% of the respondents had education above secondary school; and most of them obtained information on hand hygiene from mass media. Over 62% could define hand hygiene correctly while more than 90% had positive attitude towards hand hygiene. The practice level of the respondents of hand hygiene in this study was poor 42.7%. There was significant association between educational status and knowledge of hand hygiene (p<0.05). Overall knowledge of hand hygiene of the respondents was good and they had positive attitude towards hand hygiene but this did not strictly translate to good practices of hand hygiene.

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Okechukwu Chukwu, Emmanuel. "Assessment of the Effectiveness of Post Graduate Diploma in Education (PGDE) Programme in Meeting the Job Needs of Teachers in Gboko, Benue State, Nigeria." International Journal of Education, Culture and Society 2, no. 2 (2017): 69. http://dx.doi.org/10.11648/j.ijecs.20170202.14.

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B. A, Atsuwe,, and Nomji, E, V. "Physics Student-Teachers’ Challenges during Teaching Practice in Secondary Schools and Their Solutions: A Study of Federal University of Agriculture Makurdi." International Journal of Research and Review 8, no. 4 (April 21, 2021): 245–51. http://dx.doi.org/10.52403/ijrr.20210432.

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This study examined the challenges faced by student-teachers during teaching practice and their possible solutions in the Federal University of Agriculture Makurdi, Benue state, Nigeria. To achieve this, the descriptive survey research design was adopted. Four Research questions and four Research hypotheses guided the study. The sample of the study was drawn from five degree options out of the eight degree options in the College of Agricultural and science Education in the study area. Primary data were used for the study specifically obtained using well-structured questionnaire. Two hundred copies of the questionnaires were administered on the respondents and survey data analysed using descriptive statistics and Chi-square test. Results of the analyses showed that classroom management significantly affect student-teachers’ performance during teaching practice in secondary schools. The results revealed that curriculum development and instruction significantly affect student-teachers’ during their practice year. The result also revealed that supervision of student-teachers’ does greatly affect students’ teachers during their teachers during their teaching practice. The study recommends that Proper and maximal attention should be given to the classroom management by student-teachers’ in order to achieve the specific objectives at the end of the lesson in the classroom .There is need for the government to provide good library facilities and laboratories. Keywords: student-teachers’, Teaching practice, Challenges, Secondary Schools.

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Agbir, T. M., I. C. Okpara, P. T. Mbaave, M. D. Audu, J. T. Obindo, S. G. Goar, C. Piwuna, et al. "A Cross-Sectional Descriptive Study of Depression among Patients Attending the Cardiology Clinic of a University Teaching Hospital in North-Central Nigeria." Journal of BioMedical Research and Clinical Practice 1, no. 3 (November 23, 2018): 191–98. http://dx.doi.org/10.46912/jbrcp.75.

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Depression has been consistently associated with cardiovascular disease (CVD), it is also known to play an essential role in the initiation and exacerbation of CVD. This study was aimed to determine the prevalence and correlates of depression among patients attending the cardiology clinic of the Benue State University Teaching Hospital (BSUTH), Makurdi. The study was conducted among one hundred and six (106) consenting patients attending the cardiology unit of BSUTH from June to August 2017. The result shows that, 52(49.1%) were males while the remaining 54(50.9%) were females. The mean age of the respondents was 53.48±14.77years, twenty-eighty respondents representing 26.4% were married at the time of the study, 15(14.2%) were single while the remaining 63(59.4%) were previously married. Thirty-seven (34.9%) of the study subjects had no formal education and eighty-two (77.4%) of the presentation at the clinic were having a diagnosis of hypertension, 8(7.5%) were being treated for Rheumatic Heart Disease (RHD), 9(8.5%) were diagnosed with cardiomyopathies, 3(2.8%) were diagnosed heart failure and 4 (3.8%) had other cardiovascular diseases. The prevalence of depression was found to be 45.3% in this study, there was a statistically significant relationship between the diagnoses of depression and gender status (p=0.001), marital status (p=0.01), partner relationship (p=0.001), substance abuse (p=0.001). No statistically significant relationship was found between depression and occupational status (p=0.167), level of educational attainment (p=0.401), respondents’ weight (p=0.06), and the nature of cardiovascular diagnoses (p=0.951). We recommended early detection and treatment of depression among patients with cardiovascular diseases.

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Enete, Anselm Anibueze, Joy N. Obi, Nicholas Ozor, and Chinedu Lilian Mba. "Socioeconomic assessment of flooding among farm households in Anambra state, Nigeria." International Journal of Climate Change Strategies and Management 8, no. 1 (January 11, 2016): 96–111. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/ijccsm-07-2014-0084.

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Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to describe the extent of agricultural losses incurred by the farm households due to flood; to assess the farm households gender-based vulnerability to flood; to identify the coping strategies used by them; and to estimate factors that drive the choice of these coping strategies. Design/methodology/approach – Using both purposive and simple random sampling techniques, the paper selected 120 farm households from the flood prone areas of the state, using the list of the State Agricultural Development Project (ADP) contact farmers as a sampling frame. Data for the paper were collected using a set of structured and pre-tested questionnaire. The information collected included the extent of agricultural losses incurred by the farm households, farm household’s level of asset base, flood coping strategies adopted by the farmers and so on. The data were collected in August 2013. Findings – More than 70 per cent of the farmers’ farmlands were affected by flood, resulting in more than 80 per cent of their staple crops (cassava, rice, yam, maize and vegetables) and livestock (sheep/goat and chicken) being lost. Women were generally more vulnerable than men to the effect of flood. Selling of assets, borrowing of loans to diversify the means of livelihood, short-term migration, support from social network, compensation of losses from National and/or State Emergency Management Agencies, planting of agro-forestry trees, change of date of planting, land terracing, construction of drainages, cover cropping and making of ridges across slop constituted the flood coping strategies of the farmers. On the factors influencing the choice of these coping strategies, the level of education of the household head, frequency of extension visits in a year and tenure security status were positively and significantly related with land and crop management strategies, such as planting of agro-forestry trees, planting of cover crops and construction of drainages across farmland. Age, access to credit, farm size and membership of cooperative societies had negative relationships with selling of assets and short-term migration. In addition, membership of cooperative societies and flood experience were positively and significantly related with institutional measures, such as support from social network and National and State Emergency Management Agencies. These observations underscore the need for training, cooperatives and enhanced farm capacity (credit and farm size) in coping with flood by the farmers. It is recommended that governments and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) should assist the farmers in these regards. Originality/value – Climate change induced flooding has become a developmental issue across the world. As countries continue to be hit by massive flooding, food production also continues to be hit adversely. Nigeria has joined this league because of the rampage flooding across the country in recent times. Anambra State is down stream of both rivers Niger and Benue and, hence, one of the states vulnerable to flooding in Nigeria. Available literature suggests that greater efforts have been made to quantify the economic implications of flooding on agriculture and the concomitant coping strategies in developed than in developing countries. This paper, therefore, assesses the extent of losses suffered by farm households, their level of vulnerability and flood coping strategies.

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Nwokocha, Ezebunwa E., and Chioma Obioma. "SOCIAL AND CULTURAL FACTORS INFLUENCING IMMUNIZATION OF CHILDREN IN RURAL ABIA STATE, NIGERIA." International Journal of Child, Youth and Family Studies 7, no. 3-4 (September 13, 2016): 404. http://dx.doi.org/10.18357/ijcyfs73-4201616128.

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The role of adequate and timely immunization in the reduction of infant and childhood mortality cannot be overstated, especially in sub-Saharan Africa. This study, anchored in the Health Belief Model and Rational Choice Theory, investigated the sociocultural factors influencing childhood immunization in the rural state of Abia, Nigeria, an area with a high infant mortality rate. A multistage sampling technique involving the random selection of 3 communities in Bende Local Government Area and the purposive selection of 433 respondents with children under the age of 5 was adopted. In-depth interviews were conducted with 13 respondents — 3 health personnel, 3 traditional birth attendants, 4 community leaders (2 men and 2 women), 2 church representatives, and the head of the health department in the local government headquarters. Findings reveal that the majority of respondents had heard about childhood immunization and largely understood its essence. Religious beliefs and the mother’s economic activities (especially when market day coincides with immunization day) were identified as major influences on immunization. More attention should be directed to providing adequate education for rural dwellers on the importance of immunization for childhood mortality reduction.

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Garba, Adamu. "Effect of Government Policies on the Growth of Micro-Enterprises in Makurdi Metropolis, Benue State, Nigeria." International Journal of Advances in Management and Economics 9, no. 1 (December 31, 2019): 29–41. http://dx.doi.org/10.31270/ijame/v09/i01/2020/4.

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This study examined the effect of government policies on the Growth of Micro-Enterprises in Makurdi Metropolis, Benue State, Nigeria. The study focused on owners of Micro-enterprises in Makurdi Metropolis, Benue State. The study specifically examined the effect of government taxation, licensing, training, and capital financing policies on the growth of micro-enterprises in Makurdi metropolis, Benue State. The survey design was adopted for the study and questionnaire was used for data collection. The population consists of 117 selected owners of micro-enterprises in Makurdi metropolis, Benue State, Nigeria and a census sampling was adopted for the study. Simple percentages, mean ad standard deviation were used for data presentation and analysis while regression analysis was used to test the hypotheses. Findings of the study revealed that taxation, licensing, training and capital financing all have a positive significant effect on the growth of micro-enterprises in Makurdi metropolis, Benue State. The study concludes that government policies significantly affect the growth of micro-enterprises in Makurdi metropolis, Benue State of Nigeria. Recommendations were made among others that the Benue State government should develop a system for tax payment so as to enhance efficiency in tax collection and payment. Keywords: Government, Growth, SMEs, Policies, Benue, Nigeria.

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Löhnert, Eckehard P., and Kalu O. Uma. "Saline Groundwaters of the Benue Trough, Nigeria." Zeitschrift der Deutschen Geologischen Gesellschaft 143, no. 2 (January 1, 1992): 342–49. http://dx.doi.org/10.1127/zdgg/143/1992/342.

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Nwadioha, S. "Drug Resistant Mycobacterium tuberculosis in Benue, Nigeria." British Microbiology Research Journal 4, no. 9 (January 10, 2014): 988–95. http://dx.doi.org/10.9734/bmrj/2014/9084.

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Suleiman Chaanda, Mohammed. "Hydrogeochemistry of the Middle Benue Trough, Nigeria." Journal of Water Resources and Ocean Science 7, no. 5 (2018): 70. http://dx.doi.org/10.11648/j.wros.20180705.11.

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