National Open University of Nigeria

Adherence to dietary recommendations and sleep quality among type 2 diabetes mellitus patients in Enugu Nigeria

Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) is a global public health concern, particularly in low- and middle-income countries where adherence to self-care practices remain suboptimal. Among key components of the disease management, adherence to dietary recommendations and quality of sleep...

Impact of Military Operations on Internally Displaced Persons (IDPS): A Case Study of Konduga IDP Camp in Borno State

This study examines practical measures for improving military–civil relations and enhancing the welfare of internally displaced persons (IDPs) in Nigeria, using Konduga IDP Camp in Borno State as a case study. The protracted insurgency in North-East Nigeria has generated large-sc...

Cross-Border Ebola Virus Disease Preparedness in Uganda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo: A Systematic Review of Health Security Capacities, Gaps, and Priorities

<ns5:p>Background Recurrent Ebola virus disease (EVD) outbreaks in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) continue to pose substantial cross-border health security risks to neighbouring countries, particularly Uganda. Although numerous preparedness initiatives have been imple...

Perception of 'Ubuntu' and Social Cohesion in Post-Conflict Communities in Africa: An Empirical Investigation of Forgiveness and Reintegration

Abstract Post-conflict societies across Africa continue to grapple with the complex challenges of reconciliation, social reintegration, and the restoration of trust among previously divided groups. In response to these challenges, Ubuntu philosophy commonly encapsulated in the ex...

THE PAIN OF BETRAYAL: AN ANALYTICAL STUDY OF PSALMS 41:9 AND 55:12–14 AND THE NKST TIV HYMN 2318 IN THE CONTEXT OF FAMILY CRISIS AND ITS IMPLICATIONS FOR CHRISTIANS IN AFRICA

This study examines the multifaceted trauma of close-range betrayal by executing a comparative, contextual analysis of Psalm 41:9, Psalm 55:12–14, and the Universal Reformed Christian Church in Nigeria (NKST) Tiv Hymn 2318. Employing an interdisciplinary methodology that integrat...