ECTOPARASITE INFESTATION OF NILE TILAPIA (Oreochromis niloticus) IN CAGE CULTURE AT MPAKADAM, GHANA

Abstract The aim of the study was to identify and estimate the prevalence and intensity of the infestation of common ectoparasites on Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) from cage culture systems at Mpakadam in the Asuogyaman District of the Eastern Region of Ghana. A total of 210 individual fish samples were collected. The total length of […]

ASSESSMENT OF LIVELIHOOD ASSETS OF WETLAND FARMERS AT EDE REGION, SOUTHWESTERN NIGERIA

Abstract The study assesses the livelihood assets of wetland farmers, the relationship between their status and resources with a view to improving on their social status in the region. The study employed primary and secondary data. Primary data explored 566 structured questionnaires administered on wetland users using the snow-ball method soliciting information on; respondents’ indicators […]

AIR POLLUTION AND ENTERPRISE LOCATION: A CASE STUDY OF BIDA, NIGERIA

Abstract The existence of clusters of small-scale industries that operate obsolete equipment and generate significant gas and particle emissions with no provisions for pollution control has intensified air pollution. This study examines the relationship between the health status of inhabitants of Bida and their proximity to small and medium scale enterprises (SMEs). It adopts a […]

RURAL ROAD TRANSPORTATION CHALLENGES AND FOOD SECURITY IN IKERE-EKITI, EKITI STATE, NIGERIA

Abstract Rural road transportation problems had served as an impediment to the production of food as evidenced in increased cost of transportation and food in rural areas. This poses threat to sustainable food security and agricultural development. This study examined the rural road transportation challenges and food security in Ikere-Ekiti, Ekiti State, Nigeria.  Structured and […]

VARIATION ORDER CLASSIFICATION MODEL FOR CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS IN LAGOS STATE, NIGERIA

Abstract This study investigates various causes of variation orders in construction projects with the objective of classifying causes into variation order groups using the discriminant analysis technique. Fifty-three causes of variation orders were identified and used to design a research questionnaire for collection of information from clients, consultants and contractors. Snowballing sampling technique was used […]

EFFECT OF CLIMATE VARIABILITY ON THE CONTRIBUTION OF NON TIMBER FOREST PRODUCTS TO THE LIVELIHOOD OF RURAL DWELLERS IN OHAFIA ABIA STATE NIGERIA: THE PEOPLES’ PERCEPTION

Abstract Increased vulnerability of Non timber forest products to climate variability shocks has overtime, resulted to serious negative consequences on rural dwellers that depend on rain, sunshine and wind for their fruiting, maturity and harvesting, to enhance livelihood outcomes. The scope of this study attempted to analyze the effect of climate variability and NTFPs through […]

A STUDY ON MEDIATING EFFECT OF ALTRUISTIC BEHAVIOR ON BENEVOLENT LEADERSHIP AND PSYCHOLOGICAL WELL-BEING

Abstract The determination of this study is to develop and test a model, which analyses the direct effect of supervisors’ benevolent leadership and subordinates’ psychological well-being. Also, the indirect effect of these variables is tested when supervisors’ altruistic behaviour mediates between them. Data were gathered through structured questionnaires from a sample of subordinates’ employing at […]

EFFECT OF ORIENTATION AND OPENING SIZE ON NATURAL VENTILATION IN OFFICE BUILDINGS SURROUNDING A PENTAGONAL OPEN SPACE

Abstract Natural ventilation is held as an imperative for sustainable use and conservation of energy through passive cooling in buildings in the tropics. It is believed to be dependent on characteristics of the site, orientation and architectural characteristics of the building as well as wind direction. This study sought to ascertain the extent to which […]