Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta

RICE FARMERS' PERCEPTIONS OF THE CAUSES OF CLIMATE CHANGE AND ASSOCIATED SOCIOECONOMIC FACTORS IN BEKWARRA LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, CROSS RIVER STATE, NIGERIA.

This study investigated the rice farmers’ perceptions of the causes of climate change and associated socioeconomic factors in Bekwarra Local Government Area, Cross River State, Nigeria. Literature was duly reviewed under. A multistage sampling technique was used to select 98 resp...

Foam Mat Drying of Soursop Pulp: Evaluation of Phytochemicals and Physico-chemical Properties of Powder Obtained

Foam mat drying (FMD) was employed to dry soursop pulp, with the objective of assessing the powder quality parameters. Egg albumen was applied at 3%, 6%, 9%, 12%, and 15% wt/wt and methylcellulose at 0.4%, 0.8%, 1.2%, 1.6%, and 2% wt/wt as foaming and stabilizing agents, respecti...

Spatiotemporal dynamics and fatality risk patterns of road traffic crashes in Nigeria (2020–2024)

Abstract Background Road traffic crashes pose a significant public health issue in Nigeria, but there is limited national-level analysis of their spatial and temporal patterns. This study investigates the distribution, temporal trends, and severity of reported road traffic crashe...

Socioeconomic Drivers of Agricultural Technology Adoption among Arable Crop Farmers in Oyo State, Nigeria

ABSTRACT: Agricultural technology adoption is widely recognized as a key driver of agricultural productivity, rural livelihoods, and food security. However, the adoption of improved agricultural technologies among arable crop farmers in Nigeria remains below expectations due to s...

The health burden of incarceration: cardiovascular risk in a Nigerian prison population

Purpose Evidence regarding non-communicable diseases and cardiovascular disease (CVD) risks among people living in prison (PLP) in low- and middle-income countries is limited, particularly regarding multi-matrix electrolyte homeostasis. This study compared anthropometric indices,...

Spatio-temporal dynamics, clustering, and hotspot evolution of reported foot-and-mouth disease outbreak burden in Nigeria, 2015–2025

Foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) is endemic in Nigeria, yet the national spatio-temporal structure of officially reported outbreaks remains poorly characterised. We analysed the temporal dynamics, clustering, and hotspot evolution of reported FMD outbreaks across Nigeria’s 36 states...

Bactericidal potential of copper sulphate in the management of bacterial leafspot of pepper ( Capsicum spp.) in southwestern Nigeria

Bactericidal potential of copper sulphate was examined on bacterial leafspot of pepper in the field. Cultivars used were Ibadan local, Hausa local, and Habanero Red. The experiment was laid out in a randomise complete block design with three replicates. At the 8th week after tran...

Coupling Soil Testing Data with Machine Learning Algorithms to Predict Plant Responses to Phosphorus in Sub-Saharan Africa

Abstract Optimizing phosphorus (P) management in agriculture is critical for food security and sustainable development. In this study, using maize as a model crop, we propose and validate a machine learning–based framework that integrates soil testing data, management practices,...

Prevalence study of bovine fascioliasis in some selected LGA in Osun State, Nigeria

Introduction Bovine fascioliasis is an economically important parasitic disease that continues to affect cattle production in many tropical and subtropical regions. This study investigated the prevalence, distribution, infection intensity, and associated epidemiological factors o...

Determinants of adverse drug reaction reporting for antimalarial medicines: a mixed-methods study among healthcare workers in ogun State Southwest Nigeria

Spontaneous adverse drug reaction (ADR) reporting is central to pharmacovigilance, yet underreporting remains common in malaria-endemic low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). This study examined determinants of ADR reporting among healthcare workers involved in malaria case ma...

Correlation of Nutritional Status and Blood Pressure of Apparently Healthy Primary School Pupils Aged 6–12 years in Zaria Local Government Area of Kaduna State

Anthropometric indices have become practical tools for evaluating the nutritional status of populations. Understanding the nutritional status of children has far-reaching implications for promoting the health of future generations. The necessity for routine blood pressure screeni...

Assessing the nexus between food insecurity and economic shocks: Evidence from agricultural households in north-east Nigeria

Food insecurity remains a significant global problem, particularly in low-income countries, where households are consistently exposed to economic shocks. These economic disruptions reduce the productivity of farm families, exacerbating their food insecurity. This research analyse...

Strangles in a polo mare in Nigeria: Clinical, bacteriological and molecular characterisation of Streptococcus equi

Abstract This report describes a confirmed case of strangles in an 18‐year‐old Sudanese polo mare at the Eleyele Polo Club in Ibadan, Nigeria. The mare presented with fever (40.0°C), bilateral submandibular and retropharyngeal lymphadenopathy, and spontaneous abscess rupture with...

Investigation of Structural, Elastic, Thermodynamic Properties and Phonon Dispersion of Heusler Alloys XYSb (X = Li2 and Ru, Y = Na and Ta) Using First Principles Calculations

Abstract This study presents a comprehensive density functional theory examination of Li2NaSb and RuTaSb Heusler alloys, exploring structural, elastic, thermodynamic, and phonon dispersion properties. Quantum ESPRESSO and Thermo_pw calculations reveal optimized lattice constants...

Characterization and comparative antioxidant study of calcium oxide and zinc nanoparticles mediated by Annona muricata leaves

In this study, the leaf extract of Annona muricata was employed as an eco-friendly reducing and capping agent for the synthesis of calcium-oxide nanoparticles (CaONPs) and zinc nanoparticles (ZnNPs). Phytochemical screening revealed significant levels of total flavonoids (173.5 m...

Operationalizing a library makerspace in Nigeria: lessons from the University of Lagos library

Purpose This study aims to investigate the transition of makerspaces from concept to practice within Nigerian academic libraries, using the University of Lagos (UNILAG) Library Makerspace as a case study. It examines the emergence and operationalization of the makerspace, the fac...

Radiological risk evaluation of primordial radionuclides in roadside soils from trunk B road in southwest Nigeria

Pedestrians, commuters and street hawkers along busy roadways are exposed not only to organic and inorganic airborne contaminants, but also to radionuclide-laden, road-associated materials. Thus, it is imperative to investigate the radioactivity concentrations in road-associated...

Radionuclides, Metals, and Semi-metals in Water of Artisanal Mining Sites: A Monte Carlo Simulation Approach to Health Risk Assessment

Mining activities generate large volumes of waste, including tailings rich in natural radionuclides and potentially toxic elements. These wastes accumulate on-site and are washed into mining ponds, contaminating water used by miners and nearby communities, posing serious health r...