Reawakening Ọkọnkọ: Indigenous Peace Architectureand Violence Prevention amongst the Ngwa-Igbo ofSoutheastern Nigeria

Authors: Kanayochi Evaristus AKOMA Ph. D ABSTRACT: This study examined Ọkọnkọ as an indigenous peace architecture and its potential contribution to violence prevention amongst the Ngwa-Igbo of Southeastern Nigeria. Against the background of urbanisation, cultural transformation and the weakening of indigenous institutions, the study explored Ọkọnkọ’s historical peacebuilding functions, contemporary community perceptions and prospects for […]

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Review: Recent Advances in Metal Organic Frameworks Functionalized with Bioinspired Ligands for Selective Catalysis and Sensing

ABSTRACT: Metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) is one of the versatile classes of crystalline porous materials owing to their exceptionally high surface areas, tunable pore architecture and flexible metal-ligand chemistry. In recent years, the integration of bioinspired ligands and MOFs’ principal design has gained attention as an effective strategy to enhance their selectivity, efficiency and functionality in […]

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Revealing the Microscopic Landscape: A Review ofAdvanced Pathological Staining

ABSTRACT: Because histochemical staining is the principal means by which the biochemical information that this approach produces is converted to comprehensible visual data, it remains central to clinical pathology. While H&E staining provides a relatively simple morphological reference, the diagnostic utility of these has limited insights on what specific molecular features are represented and fails […]

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The Extent and Impact of Traditional Rulers’Participation in Partisan Politics: Evidence from DauraEmirate, Nigeria

ABSTRACT: Traditional rulers in Nigeria occupy a paradoxical position in the country’s democratic order: constitutionally excluded from partisan politics, yet socially and culturally positioned as some of the most influential actors in the political life of their communities. Anchored on social capital theory, this article examines the extent of traditional rulers’ involvement in partisan politics […]

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Exploring Nigerian Fathers’ Perceptions and Cultural Barriers towards Active Involvement in Their Pre-school Age Children’s Daily Routines

Abstract Paternal involvement in early childhood routines is internationally recognized as a critical determinant of children’s executive functioning, emotional self-regulation, and long-term academic success. However, in Sub-Saharan Africa—and Nigeria in particular—traditional paternal roles have historically been restricted to financial provision and authoritarian discipline. This empirical study utilized a descriptive survey design to explore the perceptions, […]

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DIFFICULTIES IN LEARNING JAPANESE KANJI AMONG STUDENTS AT NGUYEN TAT THANH UNIVERSITY: CURRENT SITUATION AND SOLUTIONS

Abstract: Kanji is an important component of Japanese language learning, but it also poses many difficulties for learners, particularly students learning Japanese at Nguyen Tat Thanh University. This study aims to investigate the current situation of Kanji learning, identify the main groups of difficulties, the learning strategies currently being used, and learners’ support needs. The […]

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Effect of Different Levels of Zinc and Boron Fertilizationon Growth and Yield of Wheat

Authors: Dipti Rani Sarkar, Alok Kumar Paul, Milton Biswas, Amit Kumar, Sukanto Halder, Mahmudul Hasan Chowdhury Abstract: A field experiment was conducted to evaluate the effects of zinc (Zn) and boron (B) fertilization on the growth and grain yield of wheat (BARI Gom-26). The experiment followed a randomized complete block design (RCBD) with three replications, […]

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Isolation and Characterization of soil bacteria fromKaunia and Jamun series of Bangladesh

Authors: Amit Kumar, Sharmin Rahman, Md. Naimul Hassan, K. M. Nazmul, Mst. Shekha Nasrin, Mahmudul Hasan Chowdhury, Rashiduzzaman Emran Abstract: Soil bacteria are essential for maintaining soil fertility and ecosystem functioning; however, information on the culturable bacterial diversity of many Bangladeshi soil series remains limited. This study aimed to isolate, enumerate, and characterize culturable bacteria […]

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Evaluation of the Performance early Maize Varieties inMakurdi, Benue State, Nigeria

Authors: Akinyemi B. K., Madina Paul, Astu D. J. Abstract: This study evaluated the growth and yield performance of three maize varieties (SAMMAZ-14, SAMMAZ-26, and SAMMAZ-30) in 2024 and 2025 rainy season under the agro-ecological conditions of Makurdi. The experiment utilized a Completely Randomized Block Design (CRBD) with three maize varieties (SAMMAZ-14, SAMMAZ-26, and SAMMAZ-30) […]

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PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION AND MALARIA CONTROL: EXAMINING THE ROLE OF INSECTICIDE-TREATED NET ACCEPTANCE AND UTILIZATION AMONG RESIDENTS OF OGBADIBO LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, BENUE STATE, NIGERIA

Authors: Awubi, Emmanuel Richard, Amos William Obeten, James, Runyi Daniel Abstract: Malaria remains a major public health challenge in rural communities across sub-Saharan Africa, with its control largely dependent on the effectiveness of public administration systems responsible for planning, implementing, and monitoring health interventions. This study examined the role of insecticide-treated net (ITN) acceptance and […]

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