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University of Abuja
Recent research
- Engineering & TechnologyOpen access
Mechanical and durability properties of concrete mixed and cured in hypersaline water
Abstract This study investigates the influence of hypersaline water on the compressive strength, bleeding, and water absorption of concrete, comparing freshwater and saltwater curing environments. Mixes were prepared using 0%, 10%, 15%, 20%, and 30% saltwater by weight of mixing...
- Society & EconomicsOpen access
Legislative drafting is the process through which policy proposals put forward by legislators, policy-makers and other stakeholders are converted into legislative bills which subsequently become Acts of Parliament, if they successfully pass through all the law-making stages and a...
- Society & EconomicsOpen access
This study examined social studies curriculum implementation and students’ awareness of their fundamental human rights in upper basic schools, Kogi State, Nigeria. A descriptive survey research design was adopted. The population comprised Upper Basic School students in Kogi State...
- Society & EconomicsOpen access
Legislative drafting is the process through which policy proposals put forward by legislators, policy-makers and other stakeholders are converted into legislative bills which subsequently become Acts of Parliament, if they successfully pass through all the law-making stages and a...
- Society & EconomicsOpen access
This study examined the impact of child abuse on senior secondary school students’ academic performance in North-Central Nigeria. A descriptive and correlational survey design was adopted. A total of 400 students were sampled from the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and other Nor...
- Society & EconomicsOpen access
Suicide Prevention Training Experiences, Needs and Perceptions among Catholic Clergy in Nigeria
Our study draws attention to an important but underexplored resource for suicide prevention in low-and middle-income countries: faith leaders, who function as highly accessible community leaders.By examining Nigerian clergy's training experiences, capacity needs, and perspectives...
- Society & EconomicsOpen access
In societies with strong patrilineal traditions, such as in northern Nigeria, husbands play the primary role in many household decisions, including for the reproductive health of their wives and the health of other family members. While previous research has shown that couples wh...
- Society & EconomicsOpen access
Nigeria's Border Communities: Navigating Challenges and Fostering Inclusive Development
This study, "Nigeria's Border Communities: Navigating Challenges and Fostering Inclusive Development," explores the complex issues confronting border communities in Nigeria and identifies strategies for promoting inclusive development. The research highlights the unique challenge...
- Health & MedicineOpen access
The geographic maldistribution of the health workforce is among the most persistent obstacles to universal health coverage (UHC) in low-and middle-income countries. Nigeria exemplifies this challenge. Although the country carries one of the heaviest absolute workforce deficits in...
- Society & EconomicsOpen access
This study examined the state of citizen participation and public policy implementation in the six area councils of Abuja’s Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Although the Area Councils constitute the tier of government most proximate to residents, the recurrent failure of their po...
- Health & MedicineOpen access
Abstract Background Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming healthcare globally, but its adoption remains limited in low- and middle-income countries, such as those in West Africa. Physician educators are central to AI uptake, making their awareness and readiness crucial. Th...