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View article: Cobalt titanate nanocatalyst for enhanced photodegradation of atrazine: kinetics, degradation efficiency, and mechanistic analysis
Cobalt titanate nanocatalyst for enhanced photodegradation of atrazine: kinetics, degradation efficiency, and mechanistic analysis Open
In this study, cobalt titanate nanoparticles (CoTiO₃ NPs) were synthesized and applied as a photocatalyst to degrade atrazine. Scanning electron microscopic (SEM) analysis showed irregularly shaped particles prone to agglomeration, while X…
View article: DETERMINANTS OF FOOD SECURITY STATUS AMONG RURAL HOUSEHOLDS IN OKUNLAND OF KOGI STATE, NIGERIA
DETERMINANTS OF FOOD SECURITY STATUS AMONG RURAL HOUSEHOLDS IN OKUNLAND OF KOGI STATE, NIGERIA Open
This study assessed the factors that influenced the food security status of rural households in Okunland of Kogi State, Nigeria. A multi-stage sampling technique was adopted in selecting the one hundred and fifty respondents used for the s…
View article: EVALUATION OF COMPATIBLE PROCESSING ROUTES USING THERMAL TREATMENT FOR UPGRADING OF MOPA MURO AND OBAN MASSIF MANGANESE DEPOSITS
EVALUATION OF COMPATIBLE PROCESSING ROUTES USING THERMAL TREATMENT FOR UPGRADING OF MOPA MURO AND OBAN MASSIF MANGANESE DEPOSITS Open
The present study deals with evaluation and compatibility of processing routes using thermal treatment for upgrade of mopa muro and oban Massif manganese ore deposits. The study samples are characterized by XRD, XRF and SEM analysis. The r…
View article: Evaluation of Cost and Return Analysis and Determinants of Profitability of Sawmill Industry in Ogbomoso Area of Oyo State, Nigeria
Evaluation of Cost and Return Analysis and Determinants of Profitability of Sawmill Industry in Ogbomoso Area of Oyo State, Nigeria Open
The study examined cost and return analysis and determinants of profitability of saw mill industry in Ogbomoso area of Oyo state, Nigeria. Multi-stage sampling procedure was employed to select seventy-six (76) saw millers in the study area…
View article: Production and Characterization of Fire-Retardant Coating Materials Using Gum Arabic for Cellulose Surfaces
Production and Characterization of Fire-Retardant Coating Materials Using Gum Arabic for Cellulose Surfaces Open
Background and Objective: Fire retardants are substances that are applied to the surface of any combustible base which can delay the spread of fire or keep the structure intact against fire, thereby allowing sufficient time for safety meas…
View article: An investigation into the socio-demographic determinants of charcoal production in Oyo State and the need for its discontinuation
An investigation into the socio-demographic determinants of charcoal production in Oyo State and the need for its discontinuation Open
Charcoal is used all over the world. Although its contribution to household income has made it popular in most rural areas, its production aggravates forest cover depletion and degradation. In Oyo State, Nigeria, Charcoal production has co…
View article: Livelihood strategies of farming households in forest fringe communities of Niger State, Nigeria
Livelihood strategies of farming households in forest fringe communities of Niger State, Nigeria Open
This study assesses the different types of livelihood strategies as well as factors that influence the choice of these strategies among rural households in Niger State, Nigeria. One hundred copies of a structured questionnaire were used to…
View article: FACTORS INFLUENCING CHOICE OF COPING STRATEGIES AMONG RURAL FARMERS IN OKUNLAND, KOGI STATE, NIGERIA.
FACTORS INFLUENCING CHOICE OF COPING STRATEGIES AMONG RURAL FARMERS IN OKUNLAND, KOGI STATE, NIGERIA. Open
This study examined the factors that influenced the choice of coping strategies to climate change among rural farmers in Okun Area of Kogi State, Nigeria. A total of one hundred and fifty copies of questionnaire were randomly administered …
View article: Assessment of income Generating Activities among Forest Fringe Communities in Cross River State of Nigeria
Assessment of income Generating Activities among Forest Fringe Communities in Cross River State of Nigeria Open
This study assessed the different income generating activities as well as factors that influenced choice of such activities among forest communities in Cross Rivers State of Nigeria. One hundred copies of structured questionnaire were used…
View article: Determinants of farmers’ adoption of agroforestry technology in Ibarapa Area of Oyo State, Nigeria
Determinants of farmers’ adoption of agroforestry technology in Ibarapa Area of Oyo State, Nigeria Open
This study examined the various forms of agroforestry technologies adopted by the farmers as well as assessed the factors influencing the adoption of agroforestry technologies among farmers in the study area. A multi-stage sampling techniq…
View article: IMPACT OF ACCESS TO CREDIT ON FARM OUTPUT AMONG AGROFORESTRY FARMERS IN OYO STATE, NIGERIA
IMPACT OF ACCESS TO CREDIT ON FARM OUTPUT AMONG AGROFORESTRY FARMERS IN OYO STATE, NIGERIA Open
Agroforestry contributes to food and income security, and improvement of crop productivity. Access toagricultural credit is crucial to the enhancement of agricultural growth and development. The study examinedthe impact of access to credit…
View article: Nigerian Defence Academy Shooting Zone: Soil Speciation of the Kwanar-Doya Military Shooting Range, Kachia, Kaduna State, Nigeria
Nigerian Defence Academy Shooting Zone: Soil Speciation of the Kwanar-Doya Military Shooting Range, Kachia, Kaduna State, Nigeria Open
The speciation of toxic metals of Co, Cr, Cu, Mn, Pb, Zn, Ni and As in Kwanar – Doya Shooting site of the Nigerian Army, Military Training, Base Camp, Kachia, Kaduna State, Nigeria was investigated. The soil physico-chemical parameters, to…
View article: Nigerian Defence Academy Shooting Zone: Soil Speciation of the Kwanar-Doya Military Shooting Range, Kachia, Kaduna State, Nigeria
Nigerian Defence Academy Shooting Zone: Soil Speciation of the Kwanar-Doya Military Shooting Range, Kachia, Kaduna State, Nigeria Open
The speciation of toxic metals of Co, Cr, Cu, Mn, Pb, Zn, Ni and As in Kwanar – Doya Shooting site of the Nigerian Army, Military Training, Base Camp, Kachia, Kaduna State, Nigeria was investigated. The soil physico-chemical parameters, to…
View article: Effects of wood harvesting on the livelihood of forest fringe communities in southwest Nigeria
Effects of wood harvesting on the livelihood of forest fringe communities in southwest Nigeria Open
This study was carried out to assess effects of wood harvesting on the livelihood of forest communities in Ibarapa region, southwest, Nigeria. The study was conducted to identify the various livelihood activities engaged in by forest commu…
View article: Assessment of carbonated and healthy drinks consumption pattern among undergraduates in Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile- Ife, Osun State
Assessment of carbonated and healthy drinks consumption pattern among undergraduates in Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile- Ife, Osun State Open
The study assessed carbonated and healthy drinks consumption pattern of the undergraduate students of Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), IIe – Ife, Nigeria. Random sampling technique was employed in this study. The study relied on primary d…
View article: ASSESSMENT OF SMALLHOLDER FARMERS’ VULNERABILITY TO CLIMATE CHANGE IN OGUN STATE, NIGERIA
ASSESSMENT OF SMALLHOLDER FARMERS’ VULNERABILITY TO CLIMATE CHANGE IN OGUN STATE, NIGERIA Open
This study investigated the assessment of smallholder farmers’ vulnerability to climate change in Ogun State, Nigeria. A multi-stage sampling technique was used to select 150 farmers in the agricultural zones of Abeokuta, Ijebu and Ilaro. …
View article: Assessment of timber species availability in selected sawmills and timber markets in Kogi State, Nigeria
Assessment of timber species availability in selected sawmills and timber markets in Kogi State, Nigeria Open
This paper assessed the availability of timber species in Okun Area, Kogi West Senatorial District of Kogi State, Nigeria. One hundred copies of structured questionnaire were randomly administered to timber sellers from six selected timber…
View article: Analysis of the determinants of rural households’ adaptation to climate change in Ibarapa Area of Oyo State, Nigeria
Analysis of the determinants of rural households’ adaptation to climate change in Ibarapa Area of Oyo State, Nigeria Open
It is a common belief that rural farmers’ livelihoods are susceptible to climate change. Literature has even suggested that locally driven adaptations are critical complementary strategies that can be targeted to reduce the negative effect…
View article: Experimental and Quantum Chemical Studies on Ethanol Extract of Phyllanthus amarus (EEPA) as a Green Corrosion Inhibitor for Aluminum in 1 M HCl
Experimental and Quantum Chemical Studies on Ethanol Extract of Phyllanthus amarus (EEPA) as a Green Corrosion Inhibitor for Aluminum in 1 M HCl Open
This work investigates the effectiveness of the ethanol extract of Phyllanthus amarus (EEPA) as a possible green corrosion inhibitor for aluminum in a HCl solution, using weight loss, linear and potentiodynamic polarization methods, in ord…
View article: Forest degradation and livelihood: a case study of government forest reserves of Ogun State, Nigeria
Forest degradation and livelihood: a case study of government forest reserves of Ogun State, Nigeria Open
This study examined the effect of forest degradation on livelihood returns in Government forest reserves of Ogun State. Primary data used in the study were obtained in a multi-stage random sampling procedure across non-degraded and degrade…
View article: Contribution of timber exports to economic growth in Nigeria: an econometric analysis
Contribution of timber exports to economic growth in Nigeria: an econometric analysis Open
The paper examined the contribution of timber exports to the economic growth in Nigeria, using an econometric approach. Augmented Dickey-Fuller (ADF) and Johansen Co-integration techniques were respectively used to test for unit root and e…