3151. CAUSES AND EFFECTS OF DROPOUT AMONG UNDERGRADUATES IN NIGERIA: A CASE STUDY OF LAGOS STATE

ABSTRACT: This study was carried out to examine the causes and effects of dropout among undergraduates in Nigeria using Lagos State. The survey design was adopted and the simple random sampling techniques were employed in this study. The population size comprise of students of Lagos State University. In determining the sample size, the researcher conveniently selected 229 respondents, 215 were received and 210 were validated. Self-constructed and va...

3152. CAUSES AND EFFECTS OF DROPOUT AMONG STUDENTS

ABSTRACT: The broad objective of this study focused on the causes and effect of school dropout in using Owan Local Government Area of Edo state.Survey design was employed for the study with the  of Owan Local Government Area of Edo state. With the aid of convenient sampling technique, participant were selected from College of Education, Ekiadolor-Benin who served as the respondent of the study. Well structure questionnaire was issued to the enr...

3153. CAUSES AND EFFECTS OF DESIGN VARIATION IN ROAD CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS

ABSTRACT: Variability poses a significant challenge within the building business. differences in construction projects are a common occurrence, with the degree of these differences varying significantly across different projects. Consequently, the customer was compelled to exceed the initial projected budget in the majority of instances. Occasionally, conflicts and avoidable delays arise as a result of modifications. The primary objective of this study was to...

3154. THE EFFECT OF BAN ON X (FORMERLY TWITTER) ON NIGERIA CITIZENS

ABSTRACT: The primary objective of this research is to ascertain the underlying factors and consequences associated with the imposition of a Twitter ban on the residents of Nigeria, with specific emphasis on the Asaba city located in Delta state. The present analysis has identified the primary factors contributing to the imposition of the Twitter ban in Nigeria. The research study utilised a survey research strategy and conveniently recruited a total of 80 pa...

3155. CAUSES AND EFFECT OF STUDENT’S FAILURE OF MATHEMATICS IN SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL CERTIFICATE EXAMINATION

ABSTRACT: The main purpose of this study is to find out the causes and effect of student’s failure of mathematics in senior secondary school certificate examination using Secondary Schools in Markurdi LGA as case study. The study adopted the survey descriptive research design and with the aid of convenience sampling method, the researcher purposively selected one hundred and fifty (150) participant for the study. Self- structure questionnaire was i...

3156. CAUSES AND EFFECT OF POOR NUTRITION ON CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF 15 YEARS: A CASE STUDY OF EGOR LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF EDO STATE

BACKGROUND OF STUDY : Poor nutrition is as old as man exist on earth, nutrition particular in protein and energy growing food which the world health organization (WHO) called “silent emergency” is an accomplice in at least half of the 10.4 million children death each year. Awake (2003), poor nutrition covers a wide range of illness from undernourishment due to a lack of one or more nutrient such as vitamins and mineral deficiency to obesity and other diet related...

3157. CAUSES AND EFFECT OF MALARIA AMONG CHILDREN

BACKGROUND TO THE STUDY: Malaria is an acute and chronic disease caused by an obligate intracellular protozoan of the genus plasmodium (Eneanta, 1996). Malaria has also been one of the world’s worst killer diseases throughout recorded human history. Despite attempt to eradicate it, it remains one of the worst disease in terms of death annually.

Malaria parasite was discovered in 1886 by Laveran a military physician working in Constantine Alger...

3158. CAUSES AND EFFECTS OF TARDINESS IN PRIMARY SCHOOLS WITHIN THE OVIA SOUTH WEST LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF EDO STATE

BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY: Lateness to school started long ago, every where in a way that cannot be controlled in recent time. The problem of lateness has eaten deep into Nigeria children the problem of pupils lateness to school has now turn to national problem. Lateness merely means arriving after expected time (Adegboyega et al; 2017).

Children commonly miss their school or coming lately because of their usual habits, such as waking up late due to laziness...

3159. AN EMPIRICAL INVESTIGATION INTO THE CAUSES AND EFFECT OF SOIL EROSION IN OVIA NORTH EAST LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF EDO STATE

Background To The Study: Erosion is recognized as one of the world's most serious environmental problems (Pimentel et al., 2005, Shiferaw and Holden, 2009). Globally, about 80% of the current degradation of agricultural land is caused by soil erosion (Angima et al., 2003). Erosion by water, at a global scale, is the main soil degradation process in agricultural areas (Bewket and Sterk 2002). It generates strong environmental impacts and major economic los...

3160. CAUSES AND EFFECT OF DIVORCE AND FAMILY ORGANIZATION

BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY: In ancient societies, marriage of a youth in ancient society was parts of the responsibilities of his parents. The young man had no choices and no says. He accepted his wife his joy and thanks. In some cases, a wife was married for him at a time he could certainly not afford to keep a wife all maintenance was borne by the parents. According to Landis, H. P. (1977) In the past marriage were a matter within the clan or within clan&rsquo...

3161. CAUSES AND EFFECT OF ALCOHOLISM AMONG YOUTHS

INTRODUCTION : The oxford advanced Dictionary (7th edition) describe the term alcoholism as “the medical condition caused by drinking too much alcohol regularly”. While, the encyclopedia Encarta (2006) describes the term alcoholism as “the consumption of either spirits wine, bee and malt to such an extent that it affects the social or  work related functioning of an individual”.

Alcoholism  has become a common pract...

3162. CAUSES AND CONSEQUENCES OF SINGLE PARENTHOOD

BACKGROUND TO THE STUDY: Single parenthood is a social problem which looks very perplexing, confusing and highly difficult to explain. In this context single parenthood refers to a human status characterized by a set of relationship involving either a father, child/ children or mother – child/children living together within the con...

3163. CAUSES AND CONSEQUENCES OF PRE-MARITAL SEXUAL ACTIVITY AMONG SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN UDI LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, ANAMBRA STATE

ABSTRACT: The objective of this study was to investigate the factors contributing to and the potential outcomes associated with pre-marital sexual activity among secondary school students in the Udi local government region. The present study focused on investigating the determinants contributing to the engagement of secondary school students in premarital sexual activities. The study additionally assessed the impact of premarital sexual activity among student...

3164. CAUSES AND CONSEQUENCES OF PRE-MARITAL SEX AMONG SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN NSUKKA LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA

BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY: Sex is a term that is universally used so you would expect a good amount to be known about it. This is in part because the majority of societies regulate sexual activity. The family unit is the place where sexual activity or interactions are scheduled to occur between two sexes. Premarital sexual sex isn’t restricted to only young couples and a lot of couples who aren’t married are at risk of pre-marital sexual relations....

3165. CAUSES AND CONSEQUENCES OF DIVORCE ON NEWLY MARRIED COUPLES

Background to the study: Divorce or marital separation or the dissolution of marriage is the “final termination of marital union, cancelling the legal duties and responsibilities of marriage and the dissolving of the bond of matrimony between the parties” (Mattoo & Ashai, 2012:113). Divorce is a remarkable development which has attracted global attention. Mekonnen, Kassa and Ayalew (2019) assert that divorce has severe effect on the family and...

3166. THE CAUSES AND EFFECTS OF DEVIANT BEHAVIOUR IN HIGHER LEARNING INSTITUTIONS

BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY: Deviant can be said to be all types of behaviour or acts which are inconsistent with the rules and regulations of an organizational set up. Organization as defined by Ejiogu (1990) is a social unit that pursues specific goal which they are structured to serve. Typical organization includes prisons, schools, churches and universities. In each organization members interact with one another to achieve the desired goal. This type of incon...

3167. CASHLESS POLICY AND ITS IMPACT ON ECONOMIC GROWTH OF NIGERIA

Background Of The Study: The introduction of electronic banking, online transactions and mobile banking in Nigeria has paved way for a new era of development where the use and demand for physical cash is gradually declining. These recent evolution of technology in the Nigerian financial institutions posses interesting questions for economist, financial institutions, business analyst and the government regarding the current economical status, logistics, and av...

3168. CAREER DEVELOPMENT'S IMPACT ON ORGANIZATIONAL EXPANSION

BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY: Scholars, academics, decision makers, and human resource specialists all view career development as a phenomenon worthy of attention. Stakeholders in human capital development work to address issues related to advancement in the workplace, including hiring, firing, training, and promotion (Armstrong, 2022). Additionally, businesses make an effort to oversee career advancement concerns and how they impact business expansion. The t...

3169. CAPACITY BUILDING OF RENEWABLE ENERGY EDUCATION

ABSTRACT: The aim of this study was to point out the need for renewable energy education in Ghana and to study the possibilities of education export from Finland. Ghana was chosen as the target country based on personal and professional interest. Ghana is currently facing a severe energy shortage due to inefficient energy resources and growing consumption. In order for new energy technologies to work education is needed. BioSampo, a vocational education...

3170. THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN THE CAPITAL MARKET AND ECONOMIC GROWTH IN AN EMERGING ECONOMY: EVIDENCE FROM NIGERIA

ABSTRACT: This study investigates the significance of forensic accountants in the identification of fraud in Nigeria, specifically focusing on a comparative comparison between the public and private sectors. The function of a forensic accountant is of great importance inside Nigerian organisations, as they employ advanced technology equipment to conduct investigations as part of their assigned tasks. The researcher utilises primary data collection methods, sp...

3171. CABOTAGE ACT AND ITS IMPACT ON LOCAL CAPACITY DEVELOPMENT

Abstract: In the year 2003, the cabotage law was implemented, incorporating provisions that aimed to grant local investors the authority to dominate the domestic shipping industry. The intention behind this was to bolster the nation's capabilities and establish Nigeria as a prominent maritime nation in facilitating the transportation of import and export cargoes, including crude oil, to and from global markets. It is imperative to maintain a continuous vigilance over...

3172. BUDGETING SYSTEM AND BUDGETING CONTROL: AS A MEANS OF IMPROVED PERFORMANCE IN PUBLIC LIMITED COMPANY

ABSTRACT: The need for effective and proper planning necessitated the adoption of budgeting and budgetary control system. It is hoped that effective budgeting and budgetary would enhance effective performance, thereby, help in the attainment of the organization’s goals. This research will examine the role of budgeting and budgetary control towards effective planning in an organization as a whole, with specific objective of examining the need for sound b...

3173. BUSINESS EDUCATION TEACHERS’ PERCEPTIONS REGARDING THE STRUCTURE OF JSC BUSINESS STUDIES EXAMINATION

BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY: Education as defined by the National Policy on Education revised (2004) is a dynamic instrument per excellence for effecting National development and a potent means for ensuring the welfare of the people and the equalization of life chances.  In the same vein a renowned Nigerian Educationalist, Fafunwa (2004) defined Education as “an aggregate of all the processes by means of which a person develops abilities, attitude...

3174. BUSINESS EDUCATION STUDENTS’ AWARENESS AND UTILIZATION OF E-LEARNING

ABSTRACT: The study investigated the awareness of e-learning and its utilization by business education students in Anambra State tertiary institutions. Four research questions were posed and four hypotheses formulated. A total of 1603 business education students in four tertiary institutions in Anambra State made up the population of the study, out of which 320 students were used as sample. The research instrument was a structured questionnaire titled “...

3175. BUSINESS COMBINATION AND FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE OF BANKS IN NIGERIA BANKING INDUSTRY

Background of the Study: Firstly, the study of Business combination and financial performance of banks in Nigeria banking industry is introduce as the main thing which business  merger and acquisition rely on a skill or knowledge brought together by the merger to accomplish business. However, Business are beginning to tell the full impact of the recession. To bring out development in companies joining together of merger and acquisition of the study....