Michael Okpara University of Agriculture

Turmeric (Curcuma longa) affects growth, nutritional physiology and hematology of Oreochromis niloticus

Abstract Background Use of antibiotics as growth promoters in aquaculture, leads to resistant bacteria. There is need for plausible alternative like phytogenic ingredients without residual effects nor leading to resistant bacteria. Turmeric ( Curcuma longa ) is a plausible altern...

Impact of acceptance and commitment therapy on work resilience among restaurant and hotel workers in tourism zones: a case of multivariate analysis

Background: Cooperative efforts and the courage to withstand difficult times among workers in an organization enhance productivity. However, some employees become discouraged by hard times and unusual tasks in the organization, which leads to low resilience among workers. Empiric...

IMPACT OF COUNSELLING STRATEGIES IN ENHANCING STUDENTS' ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENTS AND ENTREPRENEURIAL SKILLS IN SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN ABIA SOUTH SENATORIAL ZONE, NIGERIA

ABSTRACT: The study assessed the impact of counselling strategies in enhancing students’ academic and entrepreneurial skills in Senior Secondary Schools in Abia South Senatorial Zone, Nigeria. The study was guided by two specific objectives, and two research questions and two nul...

ANALYSIS OF THE EFFECT OF FIRM LIQUIDITY AND FIRM LEVERAGE ON FIRM VALUE OF NIGERIAN LISTED NATURAL RESOURCES COMPANIES

This study examined the effects of firm liquidity and firm leverage on the Price-to-Book Ratio of Nigerian-listed natural resources companies. Specifically, the study investigated the effects of firm liquidity and firm leverage on the Price-to-Book Ratio, a proxy for firm value....

ANALYSIS OF THE EFFECT OF FIRM LIQUIDITY AND FIRM LEVERAGE ON FIRM VALUE OF NIGERIAN LISTED NATURAL RESOURCES COMPANIES

This study examined the effects of firm liquidity and firm leverage on the Price-to-Book Ratio of Nigerian-listed natural resources companies. Specifically, the study investigated the effects of firm liquidity and firm leverage on the Price-to-Book Ratio, a proxy for firm value....

Customer Relationship Orientation and Business Resilience: A Study of SMEs in Ebonyi State

The sweeping changes in the Nigerian economy and the economic policies of the state government are contributing to turbulence and dynamism in the business environment of Ebonyi State. The objective of this study is to examine the relationship between customer relationship orienta...

Experimental evaluation and predictive modeling of sustainable concrete incorporating agricultural and industrial waste admixtures

The sustainable use of agricultural and industrial waste materials in concrete requires quantified experimental evidence and interpretable prediction tools for engineering decision-making. This study evaluated concrete containing sugar, cow bone ash, groundnut shell ash and limes...

Nutrition knowledge, attitude and practice of sports men and women in Abia State, Nigeria

Optimal nutrition knowledge, attitude, and practice are vital for improved performance and overall well-being of sports professionals, yet there is limited evidence on these aspects in Nigeria. This study assessed the nutritional knowledge, attitude, and practice of professional...

Effect of Dietary Inclusion of Fermented Anchomanes difformis Rhizome Meal on Nutrient Digestibility and Nitrogen Utilization in West African Dwarf Goats

The increasing cost and seasonal scarcity of conventional feed resources have intensified the search for alternative feed ingredients capable of sustaining ruminant production in tropical regions. This study evaluated the effects of dietary inclusion of fermented Anchomanes diffo...