A STUDY ON FRUITS AND VEGETABLE INFLATION AND ITS EFFECTS ON PERSONS WITH SPECIAL DIETARY CARE IN NIGERIA. CASE STUDY OF AKWA IBOM STATE

Abstract This study examined supply of vegetables and fruits into Uyo Urban Markets with a goal of understanding why fruits and vegetables are sold at expensive prices even in their respective harvesting season. The economic condition of Nigeria affects the price affordability, transport, availability and perishability of vegetable and fruits in Uyo market. 400 copies […]

EXAMINING SPATIAL DISTRIBUTION OF COMMON PLACES OF ABODE OF INTERNALLY DISPLACED PERSONS IN HOST COMMUNITIES: THE CASE OF GREATER YOLA AREA ADAMAWA STATE, NIGERIA

Abstract This study examines the Spatial Distribution/Common places of abode of Forced Migrants into Greater Yola from 2015 to 2019. The study made use of both primary and secondary data sources. Primary data sources used for the study include questionnaire administration which was used to solicit information from the respondents on their reason for their […]

QUALITATIVE EXPLORATION OF APPLICATION OF INQUIRY-BASED PEDAGOGY FOR GEOGRAPHY TEACHING IN MOROGORO CLASSROOMS, TANZANIA

Abstract This qualitative study aimed to explore geography teachers’ practical understanding and application of the inquiry-based approach in classroom teaching. Using a case study design, the research was conducted in Morogoro Municipality, Tanzania, and involved eleven (11) secondary school geography teachers. The findings revealed varied levels of understanding and implementation among the teachers. While some […]

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 […]

GIS-BASED COMPARATIVE ASSESSMENT OF SUITABLE SITES FOR LANDFILL IN AKURE SOUTH LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, ONDO STATE, NIGERIA

Abstract In Akure South, the accumulation of waste has been steadily increasing due to the rise in industrial and economic activities, posing a significant challenge in solid waste management within the Local Government Area (LGA). The primary aim of this research is to identify the most appropriate approach for assessing landfill suitability, utilizing the weighted […]

ANALYSIS OF SOIL PROPERTIES AT OTTA FARM, AGBOWA-IKOSI, LAGOS STATE: IMPLICATIONS FOR AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTIVITY

Abstract This study analysed soil properties in Otta Farm, Agbowa-Ikosi, Lagos state and their implications for agricultural productivity. Otta Farm covers 200 acres of farmland. After dividing the area into 50m x 50m grids, 20 farmlands were chosen randomly. From these selected farmlands, 200 soil samples were randomly collected and then taken to the laboratory […]

ADAPTATION STRATEGIES TO CLIMATE CHANGES AMONG THE SMALLHOLDER FARMERS IN MICHEWENI DISTRICT, TANZANIA

Abstract The impact of climate change on smallholder farmers in developing countries has become an alarming issue that requires close attention. Due to the low level of investment on science and technology in their activities, smallholder farmers are the most affected group by the impacts of climate change in many developing countries. This study examined the impacts of climate change and the adaptation strategies of smallholder farmers in Micheweni district of Pemba Zanzibar Tanzania. […]

IMPACT OF MINING LEGISLATIONS ON CONFLICT MANAGEMENT IN GEITA DISTRICT, TANZANIA

Abstract Gold Mining Sector in Tanzania has been experiencing conflicts between mining investors and host communities. As a result, in 2017 the Parliament enacted a series of mining reforms aimed at mitigating both economic and environmental conflicts. This study investigated the impact of these new mining legislations in mitigating mineral conflicts between Geita Gold Mine […]