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Nwachukwu, Judith C., Ayodeji M. Shodipo, Eze J. Charles, and Christian U. Onwuka. "Effects of Risk Management on SMEs Performance in Jos Metropolis." International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science IX, no. III (2025): 2945–54. https://doi.org/10.47772/ijriss.2025.90300230.

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The purpose of this study was to analyze the effects of risk management on SMEs performance in Jos metropolis. Business Survey design was adopted. Primary and Secondary data were used for this study. Data were gathered using questionnaires from 200 respondents. Taro Yamane formula was used in determining the sample size. Simple percentage was used in analyzing demographic data of the respondents while Regression analysis was used in analyzing the responses gotten from the respondents. The study was directed toward examining the role of risk identification on SMEs performance in Jos metropolis,

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BOYI MAIRIGA, Murna Joy Dawarga, Mustapha Yusuf, Taimanda Keren Ezekiel, Frichi Bilham, and Kabati Danjuma Madaki. "An assessment of spatial pattern of urban sprawl in JOS metropolis of plateau state, Nigeria: Using remote sensing and GIS techniques." World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews 20, no. 1 (2023): 522–39. http://dx.doi.org/10.30574/wjarr.2023.20.1.2052.

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In Jos metropolis, urban sprawl debate has closely paralleled on urban growth trends over the past few decades. These studies indicate that it is the pattern, types, density and rate of new urban growth that creates the appearance of sprawl. Population dynamics are often cited as a driving force behind urban sprawl. This paper uses Geographic Information Systems (GIS) mapping and land cover change analysis, neighbourhood statistics, cross change detection techniques, field work on Urban sprawl areas in Jos metropolis. The paper also highlights the characteristics, types, rates, pattern and den

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BOYI, MAIRIGA, Joy Dawarga Murna, Yusuf Mustapha, Keren Ezekiel Taimanda, Bilham Frichi, and Danjuma Madaki Kabati. "An assessment of spatial pattern of urban sprawl in JOS metropolis of plateau state, Nigeria: Using remote sensing and GIS techniques." World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews 20, no. 1 (2023): 522–39. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.12188317.

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In Jos metropolis, urban sprawl debate has closely paralleled on urban growth trends over the past few decades. These studies indicate that it is the pattern, types, density and rate of new urban growth that creates the appearance of sprawl. Population dynamics are often cited as a driving force behind urban sprawl. This paper uses Geographic Information Systems (GIS) mapping and land cover change analysis, neighbourhood statistics, cross change detection techniques, field work on Urban sprawl areas in Jos metropolis. The paper also highlights the characteristics, types, rates, pattern and den

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Sani, Fatima Muhammad, and Atiku Garba Yahaya. "THE PLACE OF ARABIC IN THE CONDUCT OF WOMEN TAFSIR IN JOS METROPOLIS, NIGERIA." Tahdzib Al-Akhlaq: Jurnal Pendidikan Islam 6, no. 2 (2023): 238–46. http://dx.doi.org/10.34005/tahdzib.v6i2.3202.

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This research titled ‘The Place of Arabic in the conduct of Women Tafsir in Jos Metropolis’, discusses Arabic as language of Qur’an, Brief overview of the development of Tafsir and women Tafsir in Jos metropolis in relation to certain circles where women attain to the teaching and interpretations of the Glorious Qur’an. The research applies qualitative designed and employs the methods of sampling and interview using purposive sampling. The research selected six different Tafsir circles in Jos metropolis. It is discovered that most of the women Tafsir in the various circles are conducted by Mus

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Shie, Dominic Paul, and Ejiga Peter Job. "Effects of Teacher’s Qualification and Instructional Materials on Secondary School Mathematics Student’s Academic Performance in Jos Metropolis of Plateau State." International Journal of Education and Evaluation 8, no. 7 (2023): 27–42. http://dx.doi.org/10.56201/ijee.v8.no7.2022.pg27.42.

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The study was conducted to investigate the effect of teacher’s qualification and instructional material on students’ performance in Mathematics in Jos metropolis. Three (3) research questions and three (3) hypotheses were formulated for the study. A sample size of one hundred (100) students was selected for the study through simple random sampling technique. The research design used for the study was a descriptive survey design. A Questionnaire was used as instruments for data collection. Descriptive statistics of mean and standard deviation were used to answer the research questions and infer

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Haruna, Lumi Zamani, Shu’aibu Aminu Belel, and Julius Baji Andrew. "Structural Framework for Managing Road Traffic Noise in Jos Metropolis, Nigeria." British Journal of Earth Sciences Research 12, no. 2 (2024): 1–22. http://dx.doi.org/10.37745/bjesr.2013/vol12n2122.

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The management of road traffic noise largely seeks to maintain low human exposure to high noise levels, such that human health and well-being are protected. The main objective of this study was to evaluate the existing management structures for managing road traffic noise in Jos metropolis, Nigeria. A descriptive and qualitative survey was conducted in all the road traffic-related agencies in Jos, Nigeria. A purposive sample of at least 10 road traffic-related ministries and agencies in Jos voluntarily participated in the study and responded to a set of questions related to their operational c

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J., Olu, D., and Adedeji, B. S. "Inter-Group Relations and Conflicts in Jos Metropolis: A Study of Hausa Migrants and Host Community, 1915-2022." Sokoto Journal of History 12, no. 01 (2024): 50–59. http://dx.doi.org/10.36349/sokotojh.2023.v12i01.005.

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The study of inter-group relations in Nigeria is a heavily tasked subject because of the impact it has had in the nation in the area of group conflicts, bitterness, rivalries and hatred. It is rather unfortunate that the various Nigerian groups, which in the past lived in harmonious and cooperative relations, now live in animosity. This paper is an attempt to examine the nature and significance of Inter-group Relations in Jos Metropolis with focus on Hausa Migrants and the Host Community between 1915 and 2022. Structurally, the paper is divided into several parts, the first of which is the int

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Wapwera, Samuel Danjuma, Elijah A. Akintunde, and Samson Chiroma Rahila. "The impact of environmental education and awareness on the effective management of solid wastes among residents of Jos-Bukuru Metropolis, Plateau State, Nigeria." Global Journal of Earth and Environmental Science 7, no. 3 (2022): 59–72. http://dx.doi.org/10.31248/gjees2022.122.

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This paper examined the impact of Environmental Education and Awareness on the Effective Management of Solid Wastes among residents of Jos-Bukuru Metropolis, Plateau State, Nigeria with a view to making recommendations on environmental awareness and education for the area. It is by examining the existing policy on environmental awareness and its effect on people’s attitudes to solid waste management. It is by determining the relationship between attitude and solid waste management practices and also evaluating the influence of the level of environmental awareness on the solid waste management

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Haruna, Lumi Zamani, Julius O. Fasakin, and Adebayo Adewunmi Emmanuel. "Analysis of Traffic Noise Levels on Land Use in Jos Metropolis, Nigeria." International Journal of Advanced Research 6, no. 1 (2023): 88–101. http://dx.doi.org/10.37284/ijar.6.1.1337.

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Traffic noise in urban areas has always been a global issue. This study focuses on the land use analysis of traffic noise levels in the Jos Metropolis. The study was conducted in Jos Metropolis, Plateau State, Nigeria. Twenty-five (25) road corridors were sampled for the study. Measurement points were randomly selected along the road corridors. Traffic noise levels were collected using Sound Level Meter. The sound level meter was positioned at a distance of 6.5 m from the centreline of the nearest travel lane of the road and was held at about 1.5 m high from the ground level. The traffic noise

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Wapwera, Samuel D., Nandi D. Dabis, and Gerald T. Maigida. "Effectiveness of the Institutional and Technical Planning Frameworks in Jos Metropolis, Nigeria." Urban Studies and Public Administration 1, no. 2 (2018): 238. http://dx.doi.org/10.22158/uspa.v1n2p238.

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<em>Most planning authorities in developing economies are not effective due to poor urban and regional planning systems making it almost impossible to control urban development and management of urban areas, leading to the haphazard urban development and poor management bringing about disproportionate distribution of resources in terms of basic infrastructure. It is against this backdrop that this paper seeks to examine the effectiveness of the institutional and technical planning frameworks in terms of Urban Development and Management (UDM) in Jos metropolis Nigeriaby identifying the fa

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Daniel, M., and J. Molwus. "Urban Fragility and the Aspiration for a Resilient City: Some Reflections on Jos Metropolis, Nigeria." African Journal of Housing and Sustainable Development 4, no. 1 (2023): 60–70. http://dx.doi.org/10.52968/28462040.

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Urban fragility is a phenomenon that is conditioned by an accumulation of risks factors leading to crises, disruptions and destructions of varying scales in urban areas. Urban resilience seeks to mitigate fragility or counter its effects. It is on this theoretical footing that this empirical study is conducted in Jos metropolis in north central Nigeria, a location that has over the years accumulated devastating risks factors in spite of efforts to achieve resilience. Accordingly, the study undertakes an analysis of the scale of urban fragility along with the initiatives taken to improve resili

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Alubo, Obaah Innocent, M. Isma’il, and Y. A. Arigbede. "Site suitability analysis for waste to energy facility in Jos Metropolis, Plateau State, Nigeria." Dutse Journal of Pure and Applied Sciences 9, no. 2a (2023): 311–21. http://dx.doi.org/10.4314/dujopas.v9i2a.31.

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Solid waste management has emerged as a significant environmental challenge in developing countries, primarily driven by population growth, rapid urbanization, and the absence of effective sustainable strategies and policies. The city of Jos is not immune to these issues, as limited funding and expertise have hindered the local municipalities' ability to manage municipal solid waste efficiently. This study attempted to identify suitable sites for a waste-to-energy facility in Jos Metropolis, Plateau State, Nigeria. The study focused on estimating the amount of waste generated and determining a

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Wuyep zitta, Solomon, Diekoer Charity Damak, Hyacinth Madaki Daloeng, Hassan Buhari Arin, and Nankap Latur Binbol. "Spatio-Temporal Analysis of Urban Heat Hazard in Jos Metropolis." BOKKOS JOURNAL OF APPLIED SCIENTIFIC REPORTS 1, no. 2 (2021): 35–60. http://dx.doi.org/10.47452/bjasrep.v1i2.24.

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The rapid urbanization has produced a remarkable effect on the surface thermal response. The effects significantly influence urban internal microclimate on a regional scale. This has led to the transformation of the natural landscape into anthropogenic surfaces in urban settlements. In this study, the surface temperature and land cover types retrieved from Landsat ETM+ and OLI images of Jos Metropolis for 2005 and 2019 were analysed. The Erdas imagine 9.2 and ArcGIS 10.1 was used for data preparation and map composition. Thermal band data was used to compute surface temperature maps for the tw

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Akintunde, J. A., E. A. Adzandeh, and O. O. Fabiyi. "Spatio-temporal pattern of urban growth in Jos Metropolis, Nigeria." Remote Sensing Applications: Society and Environment 4 (October 2016): 44–54. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.rsase.2016.04.003.

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Anueyiagu, K. N., G. C. Agu, G. M. Ayanbimpe, and E. I. Ike. "Bacterial Etiologies of Subclinical Mastitis in Cows Jos Metropolis, Nigeria." Folia Veterinaria 66, no. 4 (2022): 49–55. http://dx.doi.org/10.2478/fv-2022-0037.

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Abstract This study was conducted to investigate the prevalence of subclinical mastitis and its contagious and environmental bacterial causes in dairy cows in Jos Metro polis of Plateau State. A total of 208 milk samples were collected aseptically from 52 lactating cows and subjected to the California Mastitis Tests (CMT). Milk samples were transferred into peptone water broth for enrichment, followed with bacteriological assays and biochemical identification of bacteria. Using R Commander version 3.6.2, data such as: breed, age, parity, lactation, and management system of cows were collected,

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C.O., Elendu, Chigbu L.N., Daniel M.G., Uzochukwu G.E., and Onuigbo C.M. "Knowledge and Attitude on Diabetes Mellitus Among Residents of Jos Metropolis, Plateau State, Nigeria." African Journal of Health, Nursing and Midwifery 4, no. 2 (2021): 26–37. http://dx.doi.org/10.52589/ajhnm-nmm9c2ko.

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Introduction: Diabetes is a chronic condition that can affect the entire body. There is no doubt that the prevalence of diabetes mellitus has been increasing worldwide. This study investigated the knowledge and attitude on diabetes mellitus (DM) among residents of Jos metropolis, Plateau State, Nigeria. Five research objectives were outlined to identify the causes of DM in Jos metropolis, to examine the effects of diabetes mellitus in Jos, to interrogate the level of knowledge of diabetes in Jos, and proffer recommendation and suggestions on how the challenges of diabetes can be addressed. Met

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R.I, Umejiaku. "Access to Credit on the Growth of Women Entrepreneurs in Jos, Plateau State: The Influence of Financial Support Services." International Journal of social Sciences and Economic Review 2, no. 1 (2020): 25–36. http://dx.doi.org/10.36923/ijsser.v2i1.51.

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Purpose of the study: The activities of women represent an untapped source of economic growth in any developing economy, and entrepreneurship is one way of using that vast pool of human resources as intermediaries for wealth creation. For this reason, the strong linkage between financial sector services and women entrepreneurship has continued to generate tremendous interest among researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and other stakeholders both at the national and international levels. The primary goal remains how to deepen financial inclusion of women to enhance their participation in en

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Umejiaku, R.I. "Access to Credit on the Growth of Women Entrepreneurs in Jos, Plateau State: The Influence of Financial Support Services." International Journal of Social Sciences and Economic Review 2, no. 1 (2020): 25–36. https://doi.org/10.36923/ijsser.v2i1.51.

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Abstract Purpose of the study: The activities of women represent an untapped source of economic growth in any developing economy, and entrepreneurship is one way of using that vast pool of human resources as intermediaries for wealth creation. For this reason, the strong linkage between financial sector services and women entrepreneurship has continued to generate tremendous interest among researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and other stakeholders both at the national and international levels. The primary goal remains how to deepen financial inclusion of women to enhance their parti

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Ibimode, Akinwumi A., I. S. Laka, S. M. Maton, et al. "Impact of Abattoir Waste on Water Quality and Public Health around Slaughterhouses in Jos Metropolis, Plateau State, Nigeria." Journal of Science Research and Reviews 1, no. 1 (2024): 87–96. https://doi.org/10.70882/josrar.2024.v1i1.18.

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Water pollution occurs when harmful elements enter rivers, lakes, wells, streams, boreholes, or reserved freshwater sources in homes and industries. This study assesses the impact of abattoir waste on water quality in Jos metropolis, Nigeria. Two slaughterhouses were selected and data was collected through field surveys, interviews, and questionnaire administration to abattoir workers and residents living around the Abattoirs. Water samples were also collected from six wells near the abattoirs for physicochemical and bacteriological analysis. Simple descriptive statistics, the Chi-Square test

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Dantani, Umar, Peter Nungshak Wika, and Muhammad Maigari Abdullahi. "The Politics of Security Deployment of Security Operatives to Jos Metropolis, Plateau State, Nigeria 2001-2014." Slovak Journal of Political Sciences 17, no. 1 (2017): 95–132. http://dx.doi.org/10.1515/sjps-2017-0005.

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Abstract The paper examines the politics of security deployment by the Federal Government of Nigeria to Jos, metropolis. A cross-sectional study was conducted and Public Opinion Theory adopted. Methodologically, mixed methods of data collection were conducted that involved the administration of 377 questionnaires to adult respondents, six In-Depth Interviews with religious and community leaders while three Key Informant Interviews with security personnel working with Special Task Force. The survey reveals that, the deployment of Mobile Police from 2001-2010 and the formation of Special Task Fo

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John, W. C., M. Ishaya, A. O. Oladejo, O. Olori-Oke, T. A. Ihum, and C. J. Ukanyirioha. "Effects of Gmelina arborea Powdered Parts on Mortality of Dinoderus porcellus in Yam Chips." Nigerian Journal of Biotechnology 37, no. 2 (2021): 194–202. http://dx.doi.org/10.4314/njb.v37i2.19.

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The study aims at evaluating the efficacy of different doses of powdered stem and leaf parts of Gmelina arborea on Dinoderus porcellus infesting yam chips in Jos metropolis. The experiment was conducted at the Entomology Laboratory of the Federal College of Forestry, Jos. Samples of infested yam chips and Gmelina arborea were collected in Jos metropolis. Newly emerged adult Dinoderus porcellus were exposed to the yam chips which were mixed with different levels of Gmelina arborea parts powder (0, 5, 10, 15 and 20 g). The setup was monitored for 120 hours and mortality recorded. The study was c

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Zumbes, J. H, Zumbes, J. H., Dabo, A. D. Dabo, A.D, Dakul, D. A. Dakul, D.A, Afolabi, S. A. Afolabi, S.A, and Dapiya, H. S. Dapiya, H.S. "Enteropathogenic Bacterial Contamination of Some Ready to Eat Foods Sold in Jos Metropolis, Nigeria." Indian Journal of Applied Research 4, no. 7 (2011): 456–58. http://dx.doi.org/10.15373/2249555x/july2014/144.

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Grace, Ovayoza Chris Otubor, and Olorunfemi Patrick. "Evaluation of some industrial effluents in Jos metropolis, Plateau State, Nigeria." African Journal of Environmental Science and Technology 9, no. 6 (2015): 566–72. http://dx.doi.org/10.5897/ajest2015.1877.

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., R. P. Weka, and E. I. Ikeh . "Seroprevalence of Cysticercosis and Intestinal Parasitism in Pigs in Jos Metropolis." Journal of Animal and Veterinary Advances 8, no. 5 (2009): 883–87. http://dx.doi.org/10.3923/javaa.2009.883.887.

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Dashe, Y. G., M. A. Raji, P. A. Abdu, B. S. Oladele, and D. Olarinmoye. "Isolation of Aeromonas hydrophila from Commercial Chickens in Jos Metropolis, Nigeria." International Journal of Poultry Science 13, no. 1 (2013): 26–30. http://dx.doi.org/10.3923/ijps.2014.26.30.

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Daminabo, Victoria, and James Damen. "Prevalence of Intestinal Parasites from Abattoir Effluents in Jos Metropolis, Nigeria." International Journal of Photochemistry and Photobiology 4, no. 1 (2020): 1. http://dx.doi.org/10.11648/j.ijpp.20200401.11.

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OKOYE, ZEBULON SUNDAY CHIBUNDO. "ZEARALENONE IN NATIVE CEREAL BEER BREWED IN JOS METROPOLIS OF NIGERIA." Journal of Food Safety 7, no. 4 (1986): 233–39. http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.1745-4565.1986.tb00545.x.

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Wuave, Terwase. "Effect of Leachate on Soil in Jos Metropolis, Plateau State Nigeria." IOP Conference Series: Earth and Environmental Science 1142, no. 1 (2023): 012058. http://dx.doi.org/10.1088/1755-1315/1142/1/012058.

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Abstract Effect leachate on soil quality in Jos is expected because the disposal sites continues to be the major route of infiltration as it affects quality of the area. Six selected disposal sites soil and normal soil were collected local auger at depth range of 1.5 and 3.0 m with distances of 1.0, 1.5,3.0m. The study aim identifies the effect, using PAST statistical software and excel to analyze the results. Particle size of sand has higher percentage with increase porosity from surface to subsurface (surface range 39.54-73.22, subsurface 40.72-73.50). Moisture contents increase from surface

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AKINTUNDE, Elijah A., Bolanle WAHAB, and Babatunde S. AGBOLA. "Environmental Literacy and Solid Waste Management in the Jos Metropolis, Nigeria." Journal of Environmental Sciences (JOES) 23, no. 1 (2024): 159–74. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.13886896.

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<strong>ABSTRACT</strong><strong> </strong> <em>The need to understand environmental systems, connections, patterns and root causes and evolve practicable solutions to environmental degradation has brought to the fore the relevance of environmental education and literacy in environmental management. Yet, the systematic study of the level of environmental education and literacy among urban dwellers in Nigeria is minimal. This study, therefore, examines the use of environmental education and literacy for solid waste management in Jos, Nigeria. Using a stratified random sampling technique, a samp

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Ogunyewo, Oluwatoyin A. "Perception of Nurses about the Computerized Nursing Records in Selected Primary Health Centres in Jos Metropolis." Journal of Practical & Professional Nursing 6, no. 1 (2022): 1–6. http://dx.doi.org/10.24966/ppn-5681/100032.

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Computerized nursing records are becoming a pivot on which the health information processes leverage across countries. It provides the needed data for healthcare planning. It also improves quality of care, accuracy of patients’ information or interdisciplinary communication. The study aimed at examining the perception of computerized nursing records among nurses in primary health centres in Jos Metropolis.

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Okeke, Joseph Uchenna* Okeke Evelyn Nkiruka Onoja Precious Nmakani Yawe Ayuba. "PEACE AND CONFLICT RESOLUTION :A CONTINGENCY TABLE ANALYSIS OF JOS-PLATEAU CRISIS." Global Journal of Engineering Science and Research Management 5, no. 3 (2018): 43–49. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.1210213.

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This study is undertaken to conduct a contingency table analysis of Jos-Plateau crisis to determine the factors that chiefly account for the preponderance of conflict in Jos-Plateau and the effects of peace efforts on the Jos/Plateau crisis through a survey of the ethno-religious and political perception of the people on the catalysts for peace and conflict resolution to reveal the spark that appears before the fire, in order to achieve sustainable development in Nigeria. The data used is a primary data obtained through the administration of sample questionnaires, initially tested through a pi

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Adeniyi, Olufunso, David Bayo, Adebayo Adeniyi, and Kingsley Okeke-Agulu. "Assessment of Heavy Metals Concentration and Health Risks of Selected Vegetables Sold In Jos Metropolis." Archives of Medical Case Reports and Case Study 4, no. 5 (2021): 01–05. http://dx.doi.org/10.31579/2694-0248/072.

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This study revolved around environmental pollution caused by heavy metals and the health risks posed to humans by the consumption of contaminated vegetables commonly sold in Jos, Nigeria. Vegetables studied (Apium graveolens - Celery, Hibiscus cannabinus - kenaf, Hibiscus sabdariffa - Sorrel or Roselle, Allium fistulosum - Spring Onions leaves and bulbs, Sesamum radiatum - Sesamum leaves) were obtained from major markets within Jos metropolis. They were washed, air-dried, homogenized, and stored in air-tight bottles. Their concentrations of heavy metals (Zn, Fe, Mn, As, Cd, Pb, Cr, and Cu), we

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O.O., Mosugu, Nyam , J.C, and Mohammed B.M. "ARM SPAN TO HEIGHT RELATIONSHIP AMONG ADULT POPULATION IN JOS METROPOLIS, NIGERIA." International Journal of Advanced Research 11, no. 09 (2023): 195–98. http://dx.doi.org/10.21474/ijar01/17519.

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Anthropometric characteristics differ from one population to another due to genetic variation. Height, one of the big fours of anthropometry may be difficult to determine in some clinical and forensic conditions. Thus, the goal of this study was to acertain the nature of the relationship between adult arm Span and height in Jos and to derive equations that can determine one parameter from the other. In this cross sectional study, standing height and arm spam measurements were taken from 378 randomly selected, consenting adult students who fit the inclusion criteria and analyzed using NCSS/ PAS

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Ali, Andesikuteb Yakubu, Ezra Lekwot Vivan, and Bitrus Ayuba. "Evaluation of Sanitation/Hygiene Behaviours and Sanitary Conditions Among Households in Jos Metropolis, Plateau State, Nigeria." Journal of Environment, Climate, and Ecology 1, no. 1 (2024): 27–37. https://doi.org/10.69739/jece.v1i1.79.

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Access to sustainable sanitation and hygiene facilities is one of the biggest challenges faced by developing countries because of the increasing population of these regions. This study assessed the environmental sanitation and hygiene behaviours and facilities among households of Jos metropolis, Nigeria. The data used for the research were obtained through observations, field surveys and the use of questionnaire while secondary data sources included information from the internet, books and databases. The study employed random and purposive sampling techniques in the selection of sampled wards

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Kwaja, C. S., A. S. Abdullahi, and O. B. E. Salaum. "Assessment of the Physicochemical and Biological Characteristics of Water in Hand Dug Wells within Jos Metropolis, Plateau State, Nigeria." Continental J. Biological Sciences 14, no. 1 (2021): 16–30. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.5595677.

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<em>Jos Metropolis is struggling to cope with serious water shortage and the inadequacy of the existing water infrastructure. </em><em>There has been no sufficient supply of pipe borne water to Jos Metropolis. Majority of people living within the environment depend on water from hand dug wells for their water needs. Physical, chemical and bacteriological evaluation of twenty one hand dug well water employing standard method was carried out with a view to characterize and ascertain their portability. The physical analysis revealed that pH ranged from 6.00—7.60 (av. 6.66) indicating almost

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K. B., Sekyen, and Zaphaniah M. "Micro-Finance and Performance of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises in Jos Metropolis." British Journal of Management and Marketing Studies 7, no. 3 (2024): 15–30. http://dx.doi.org/10.52589/bjmms-kvszr7ui.

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The Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) sector plays a vital role in the growth of the economies of developing countries. Similarly, microfinance facilities are crucial to MSMEs financial performance as they facilitate the growth and development of MSMEs. This study, therefore, investigates the effects of microfinance on MSME performance in Jos metropolis of Plateau State. The research design is descriptive and employs the survey method. Simple random sampling technique was adopted as a technique in selecting the 323 MSMEs that form the sample size of the study. A structured questionnai

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MU, Obeta. "Assessment of Serum Lipid Profile among Male Cigarette Smokers in Jos Metropolis." American Journal of Biomedical Science & Research 3, no. 6 (2019): 531–33. http://dx.doi.org/10.34297/ajbsr.2019.03.000732.

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Job, M., S. Agina, and H. Dapiya. "Occurrence of Aflatoxigenic Fungi in Smoke-dried Fish Sold in Jos Metropolis." British Microbiology Research Journal 11, no. 1 (2016): 1–7. http://dx.doi.org/10.9734/bmrj/2016/21465.

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Nnabuihe, Onyekachi E. "Horizontal inequalities and ethno-religious conflicts in Jos metropolis, North-Central Nigeria." Canadian Journal of African Studies / Revue canadienne des études africaines 53, no. 2 (2019): 273–94. http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/00083968.2019.1634605.

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*Musa, I. M., Murtala, N., and Idi, S. "ECONOMICS OF ORNAMENTAL PLANT PRODUCTION IN JOS METROPOLIS OF PLATEAU STATE, NIGERIA." Nigerian Journal of Agriculture and Agricultural Technology 4, no. 2 (2024): 166–77. http://dx.doi.org/10.59331/njaat.v4i2.702.

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The study the analysed economics of ornamental plant production in Jos Metropolis of Plateau State, Nigeria. A multi-stage sampling technique was used to select 270 ornamental farmers. Data were collected using questionnaire and analyzed using both descriptive and inferential statistics. The study revealed that the mean age of ornamental farmers was 37 years. Also, most (91.9%) and (92.2%) of the respondents were males and married with an average household size of 5 persons. The result showed that the ornamental farmers had average ornamental experience of 8 years. Furthermore, the result show

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Nate Bello Para, Paul Enemona Edibo, Esther Shupel Ibrahim, et al. "Assessment of the determinants of existing vacant lands in Jos Metropolis, Nigeria." World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews 26, no. 3 (2025): 2050–61. https://doi.org/10.30574/wjarr.2025.26.3.2185.

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The study analyzed the determinants of existing vacant lands in Jos metropolis, Nigeria. This is based on the understanding of the fact that, though several studies have been carried out on land values in Nigeria, studies on existing vacant lands are rare. Again, most of the prior studies used data obtained from occupants of developed properties and questionnaire survey administration; this study utilized Remote Sensing and Geographical Information System (GIS) Techniques. Google Earth Engine was used to obtain and analyze the Landsat satellite imagery and Digital Elevation Model (DEM) of the

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Ezekiel Y, Zaman, Akemien Neri N, Adaaja Blessing O, Otiwa Godwin I, and Odey Bernard O. "Analysis Of Timber Marketing In Selected Markets In Jos Metropolis, Plateau State, Nigeria." Global Journal of Agricultural Sciences 23, no. 1 (2024): 123–28. https://doi.org/10.4314/gjass.v23i1.12.

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This study was carried out to analyze timber marketing in selected markets in Jos metropolis, Plateau State, Nigeria. Respondents were selected through multi-stage sampling technique. Data were collected using structured questionnaire administered to 120 timber marketers in Katako and Building Materials timber markets located in Jos metropolis. Data were subjected to profitability, marketing efficiency, and multiple regression analyses. The findings revealed that timber marketing was profitable in the study area with black plum (Vitex doniana) providing the highest monthly gross margin (GM) of

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Umoh, A. E., E. C. Otoh, and J. H. Jalo. "Students' knowledge and attitudes towards ill-effects of tobacco use in Jos metropolis of Plateau State, Nigeria." Nigerian Dental Journal 19, no. 1 (2011): 3–8. http://dx.doi.org/10.61172/ndj.v19i1.131.

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Objective: Young people are vulnerable to a range of ill behaviours including tobacco use. Preventing tobacco use among youths may be an easier task than helping adults break the habit of smoking and overcome its ill effects. The objective of this study was to determine the knowledge and attitude of students towards the ill-effects of tobacco use on health. Method: This was a cross-sectional study involving secondary and tertiary school students from the Capital Teritory of Plateau State of Nigeria (Jos North, Jos South and Jos East). A twostage sampling technique was used with four seco

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Ameji, NO, O. O. Oladele, P. H. Bamaiyi, and L. H. Lombin. "Clinicopathological features and management of aspergillosis in some poultry farms in Jos metropolis, Nigeria." Sokoto Journal of Veterinary Sciences 18, no. 4 (2021): 230–38. http://dx.doi.org/10.4314/sokjvs.v18i4.8.

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Aspergillosis is important in poultry production and human health but difficulty in its ante mortem diagnosis in addition to the unsuccessful outcome of most management options has made the disease a lingering nightmare to farmers. This study presents the clinicopathological features and management of aspergillosis in some poultry farms in Jos metropolis, Nigeria. Thirteen cases of aspergillosis from 12 poultry farms were confirmed and managed from April, 2019 to March, 2020 with 7.6% cases in a mixed turkey-broiler farm, 15.4% in broilers and 76.9% in layers. The ages affected ranged from 3 w

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Emeka, Ekwuluo Celestine, and S. I. Muhammed. "PREVALENCE, PATTERN AND DETERMINANTS OF FAST FOOD CONSUMPTION AMONG SCHOOL AGE CHILDREN IN JOS METROPOLIS, PLATEAU STATE, NIGERIA: AN IMPLICATION FOR NUTRITION EDUCATION." International Journal of Research -GRANTHAALAYAH 8, no. 3 (2020): 266–70. http://dx.doi.org/10.29121/granthaalayah.v8.i3.2020.151.

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Motivation/Background: In 2001, non-communicable diseases (NCDs) accounted for 60 percent of 56 million deaths worldwide and 47% of global burden of disease. In all countries, evidence suggested underlying determinants of NCDs were largely same. These include increased consumption of rapidly processed energy-dense nutrient-poor foods high in fat, sugar, salt and reduced levels of physical activity. The objective of this study was to determine prevalence, pattern and determinants of fast foods consumption among school age children in Jos metropolis. Method: In this study, we used descript

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Dr., Ekwuluo Celestine Emeka, and Muhammed S.I Dr. "PREVALENCE, PATTERN AND DETERMINANTS OF FAST FOOD CONSUMPTION AMONG SCHOOL AGE CHILDREN IN JOS METROPOLIS, PLATEAU STATE, NIGERIA: AN IMPLICATION FOR NUTRITION EDUCATION." International Journal of Research - Granthaalayah 8, no. 3 (2020): 257–67. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.3734316.

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Motivation/Background: In 2001, non-communicable diseases (NCDs) accounted for 60 percent of 56 million deaths worldwide and 47% of global burden of disease. In all countries, evidence suggested underlying determinants of NCDs were largely same. These include increased consumption of rapidly processed energy-dense nutrient-poor foods high in fat, sugar, salt and reduced levels of physical activity. The objective of this study was to determine prevalence, pattern and determinants of fast foods consumption among school age children in Jos metropolis. Method: In this study, we used descriptive cr

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Gazuwa, Samuel, Kiri Jaryum, and Simon Mafulul. "Organic Contaminants and Microbial Load of Native Beers Locally Prepared Within Jos Metropolis." Journal of Applied Life Sciences International 8, no. 2 (2016): 1–7. http://dx.doi.org/10.9734/jalsi/2016/28389.

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Nuhu, Gusam Zachariah, Emmanuel Tyohemba Agba, and Omokide Sherifat Aliu. "Effect of Motivation on the Performance of Private School Teachers within Jos Metropolis." International Journal of Education and Evaluation 9, no. 2 (2023): 50–69. http://dx.doi.org/10.56201/ijee.v9.no2.2023.pg50.69.

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This paper examines the effect of motivation on the performance of private school teachers. This study was found to be of importance in this era of universal education, especially now that Nigeria needs motivated staff if performance is to be enhanced at this level. The sample of the study was constituted by fifty teachers of diversified societal status, through a 5 point- Likert scale modified survey where each teacher self-rated himself, while their performance was assessed by the school principal on a scale that varied from 0 as a minimum to a 50 as maximum. The researchers have used the fr

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A.O. Ojumu, M.O. Komolafe, and T.O. Obalola. "Analysis of the factors influencing catfish production in Jos metropolis, Plateau State, Nigeria." Journal of Agriculture and Environment 20, no. 2 (2025): 33–42. https://doi.org/10.4314/jagrenv.v20i2.4.

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Catfish production is a significant contributor to the aquaculture industry with a growing demand in domestic and international markets. This study therefore examined the factors influencing catfish production in Plateau State. A stratified sampling procedure was utilized to select catfish farmers, ensuring a representative sample. Data collection was facilitated through a questionnaire, and subsequent analysis employed a combination of descriptive statistics, marginal value product analysis, and regression analysis. The study found that most respondents were aged 36-45 (42.5%), with the next

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Danbauchi, Emmanuel S. "Climate is changing; Temperature and Rainfall Pattern (Variability) in Jos-Metropolis, Plateau state, Nigeria." IIARD INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF GEOGRAPHY AND ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT 9, no. 2 (2023): 10–24. http://dx.doi.org/10.56201/ijgem.v9.no2.2023.pg10.24.

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Temperature and Rainfall are the most important parameters in determining climatic change in any given environment. This study investigate temperature and rainfall pattern in Josmetropolis over a given 30years (1989-2018) instruments records. Experience of sudden climatic change in temperature from lower reading of temperature to high temperature as well as in rainfall necessitated the study to observe the variability in the parameters. Descriptive method was implored in the research of which data were collected from synoptic station of Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NIMET), Heipang Jos-Plate

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