Abstract The research examined the trend in land use changes within the last 30years (1993 – 2023) from a decade and half when the State was created. Data were gathered through structured questionnaires distributed to 220 property owners and tenants in the study zone, as well as 25 active Estate Surveying and Valuation firms in […]
TRANSFORMING IBADAN PERI-URBAN LANDSCAPE: INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS FOR SLUM PREVENTION, SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT AND EQUITABLE GROWTH
Abstract This study examines the transformation of Ibadan’s peri-urban landscape, focusing on Eleyele, Adetokun, Alafara, and Ologuneru, to develop innovative solutions for slum prevention, sustainable development, and equitable growth. Utilizing a mixed-methods approach, we administered a survey to a stratified random sample of 346 residents across a 3,600-hectare area, which as of 2020 was 71% […]
INDOLE ACETIC ACID PRODUCTION PROPERTY AND MOLECULAR IDENTIFICATION OF PHOSPHATE SOLUBILIZING BACTERIA FROM RHIZOSPHERE SOIL USING 16SrRNA GENE SEQUENCING
Abstract Phosphorus is critical to the growth and yield of plants, because it stimulates growth, initiates nodule formation as well as influences the efficiency of rhizobium-legume symbiosis. Deficiency of phosphorus in plants is manifested in terms of stunted growth, reduced yield and delayed maturity. Application of organic or inorganic chemical fertilizers or combinations of both […]
THE ROLE OF SITE HOARDINGS IN BRANDING AND ADVERTISING LANDSCAPE IDENTITY TO PROMOTE TOURISM IN RWANDA
Abstract Construction site hoarding is a traditional requirement to keep sites safe and protected. In Rwanda empty plots and sites with ongoing constructions are hoarded with panels that offer images for public awareness. This study addresses the untapped latent potential of advertising national identity and heritage aspects on site hoardings to promote tourism. Existing studies […]
CLIMATE VARIABILITY AND FOOD SECURITY IN NIGERIA (1986-2022)
Abstract The study investigated Nigeria’s climate variability (CV) and food security (FS) using secondary data from the Central Bank of Nigeria Statistical Bulletin and NIMET. Unit root test was carried out using Augmented Dickey-Fuller to ascertain the stationarity of the variables, and they were found to be stationary at order I (0) and I (1). […]
HEAT WAVES HEALTH IMPACT ON ELDERLY AND OUTDOOR WORKERS IN CHANDRAPUR CITY, CENTRAL INDIA
Abstract Purposive random sampling in Central India was conducted from December to March to determine the health effects of heat waves on outdoor workers and the elderly in Chandrapur City. There were 200 senior people (>60 years old) and 300 outdoor workers (>40 years old) in the sample population. A carefully created, field-tested interview schedule […]
GROWTH PERFORMANCE OF Adansonia digitata L. IN WATER STRESSED CONDITION
Abstract Water is a fundamental requirement for plant growth, playing a crucial role in food production and nutrient transportation. This study evaluates the effects of water stress on the germination and growth performance of Adansonia digitata seedlings. The experiment was carried out at the Forestry Research Institute of Nigeria, Ibadan, using mature fruits sourced from […]
WATER QUALITY ASSESSMENT OF SELECTED PORTABLE GROUNDWATER SOURCES IN BIU METROPOLIS, BORNO STATE, NIGERIA
Abstract Accessibility to safe and good quality drinking water is paramount to human survival as such every individual is entitled to good quality water. Thus, in Biu city, Biu Local Government Area, Borno State are facing the problem of water scarcity. The study assesses the quality of a few chosen boreholes. Two samples from each […]
AN ASSESSMENT OF FOREST PROTECTION PROGRAMMES AND ACTIVITIES AMONG RURAL WOMEN IN MICHIKA LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA
Abstract Women in developing countries have direct contact with the natural environment as they collect essential items for their everyday needs. There are also women consumers and or purchasers who have indirect link with the forest. As consumers, producers, and caretakers of their families and educators, women play important roles in promoting sustainable development through […]
ASSESSMENT OF ORNAMENTAL PLANTS SPECIES THAT SERVE SEQUESTRATION AND AESTHETIC ROLES IN MAITAMA, ABUJA MUNICIPAL AREA COUNCIL, OF THE FEDERAL CAPITAL TERRITORY OF NIGERIA
Abstract The study assessed the ornamental plants in Maitama District of the Abuja Municipal Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory of Nigeria with the view of establishing theirsequestration and aesthetic roles. The study area was purposively selected based on its residential characteristics. The study used Simpson’s Index (SI) to obtain and analyze data. The […]