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Item A Comparative Study of Compressed Earth Bricks (Ceb's) and Sandcrete Blocks for Building Construction(Nigerian Journal of Technological Research (NJTR), 2017) Kareem, W. B.; Okwori, R. O.; Kagara, A. B.; Igwe, C. O.; Ayandokun, S. T.This study examined the production and testing of sandcrete bricks and compressed earth bricks (CEB’s) with a view to comparing their strength and moisture content of materials used. Some units of sandcrete bricks and laterite bricks were made using machine vibrated sandcrete brick mould and hydraulic brick making machine respectively. The bricks were tested to determine their moisture content and compressive strength. The results obtained from the tests were compared with the specifications of Nigerian Building and Road Research Institute (2006), Nigerian Building Code (2006), and Nigerian Industrial Standards (2000). The results indicated that the compressive strength of 300x150x170 sandcrete bricks varies from.1.3 N/mm² to 2.6 N/mm², as the curing age increases from 7 to 28 days. For laterite bricks, the strength varies from 1.0N/mm² at 7 days to 2.2N/mm² at 28 days. All the bricks produced satisfied the minimum requirements in terms of compressive strength, by all available codes, but the compressive strength of sandcrete bricks is higher than the CEB's. It was concluded that sandcrete bricks have better strength compare to compressed earth brick, more so compressed earth bricks (CEB's) absorb more water than sandcrete bricks, and:‘sandcrete bricks can be use as substructure (foundation unit). It was recommended among others that sandcrete bricks should be used for foundation of a building.Item A Review of Alternative Building Materials for Sustainable Construction Towards Sustainable Development(2021-01-19) Johnson Josiah Marut; John Okwe ALAEZI; Igwe Christopher OBETAThe study reviewed Alternative Building Materials for sustainable construction towards sustainable development. The study was able to identify some Alternative Building Materials, their features, classes (types), and importance for sustainable construction toward sustainable development. The study uses a systematic literature review and content analysis. Some of the Alternative Building Materials include laterite soil, brick wastes, rice husk ash burnt refuse ash, fly ash, periwinkle shell powder, earthworm cast, pulverized burned clay, periwinkle shell aggregate, tubali, earth/mud blocks or bricks, laterite blocks, bamboo for roofing & ceiling, palm front roofing, clay/mud plaster. The classes of the Alternative Building Materials include: modified conventional industrial materials, unconventional/ indigenous/ traditional materials, and modified unconventional/traditional indigenous materials. The features of sustainable construction materials include recyclability, insulation and thermal conductivity and deconstruct ability, availability, manufacturing and price, flexibility and high life time expectancy. The importance of Alternative Building Materials includes: the protection of the environment through reduce energy use and also cutting down CO2 emission, provision of affordable housing, energy conservation, meeting increasing demands for housing stock, provision of employment opportunities, the development and propagation of indigenous technological ingenuity and skills of our local people. The study advocates for the integration of the entire stakeholders in the construction industry towards utilisation of Alternative Building Materials for sustainable construction towards sustainable development. The study also advocates for the cataloguing of all Alternative Building Materials so as to create awareness to all the potential clients and stakeholders of the industry regarding their availability and importance.Item A Study of Indigenous Knowledge and Cultural Heritage as Cohesive Forces Among Selected Tribes in Niger State, Nigeria(NLA Kwara state chapter, 2021) Babalola, G.A.; Salubuyi, M.A.; J.O. Akidi; O.F. Babalola; L. AkawuThe study examined indigenous knowledge and cultural heritage as cohesive forces: a study of selected tribes in Niger state, Nigeria.Item Access to Information and Perception of Family Planning Methods among Rural Dwellers in Niger State(FUT,Minna, 2024) Tsado, L.Y.; Terzungwe, F.W.; Gana, G.N.; Salubuyi, M.A.,This study aimed to study access to information and perception of family planning methods among rural dwellers in Niger State. The research aimed to ascertain the stipulations of Primary Healthcare Centre in rural communities rendering family planning in Niger State and family planning awareness of rural communities on benefits and methods available. The Lots Quality Assurance Survey method was adopted. Sixty (60) married women in six (6) settlements across six (6) Local Government Areas were sampled. Findings indicated that Primary Health facilities in rural communities rendered varieties of family planning services with options of injectables, pills, condom, implants and intrauterine devices (IUDs) respectively. Few facilities offered lactation amenorrhea method and female sterilisation but no health facility offered male sterilisation. A good number of respondents in rural communities are aware of family planning with injectable being most popular; however there is poor patronage of health facilities for family planning services because a high number of respondents believe family planning comes with a lot of side effects and a proportion of respondents have reservations on family planning due to religious beliefs. Although a good proportion of respondents believe family planning methods are easily accessible and effective; a high number of respondents are not currently on any family planning method.Item Access to Information and Perception of Family Planning Methods for Meaningful Development among Rural Dwellers in Niger State, Nigeria.(Journal of Science, Technology, Mathematics and Education, 2025-03-01) Gana, Leah Yebo; Terzungwe, F. W.; Gana, G. N.; Salubuyi, M. A.This study aimed to study access to information and perception of family planning methods among rural dwellers in Niger State. The research aimed to ascertain the stipulations of Primary Healthcare Centre in rural communities rendering family planning in Niger State and family planning awareness of rural communities on benefits and methods available. The Lots Quality Assurance Survey method was adopted. Sixty (60) married women in six (6) settlements across six (6) Local Government Areas were sampled. Findings indicated that Primary Health facilities in rural communities rendered varieties of family planning services with options of injectables, pills, condom, implants and intrauterine devices (IUDs) respectively. Few facilities offered lactation amenorrhea method and female sterilisation but no health facility offered male sterilisation. A good number of respondents in rural communities are aware of family planning with injectable being most popular; however there is poor patronage of health facilities for family planning services because a high number of respondents believe family planning comes with a lot of side effects and a proportion of respondents have reservations on family planning due to religious beliefs. Although a good proportion of respondents believe family planning methods are easily accessible and effective; a high number of respondents are not currently on any family planning method.Item Assessing the role of Librarians in Combating Health Information During Pandemics in Minna Metropolis.(DEPARTMENT OF LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE FEDERAL UNIVERSITY LOKOJA, 2024) Leah Yebo Gana; Chisom Emeka; Madaki, A.M.; Miriam Ayinda SalubuyiThe adverse, effects of misinformation on societal progress, particularly in the realm of health, are well-known. Librarians, as guardians of information, have vital role in disseminating accurate information to the public. This research paper explores the potential of the field of librarianship in countering health misinformation. The study examines existing literature on the societal role of librarians in combating misinformation. Additionally, interviews were conducted with all librarians from tertiary institutions in Minna metropolis to investigate their roles in disseminating factual information during the Covid-19 outbreak. The research explores the strategies employed by librarians to combat misinformation, the challenges they faced in this endeavour, and assesses the impact of these strategies on mitigating Covid-19 misinformation. The study delves into both the misinformation encountered by the community and the persisting beliefs in misinformation. Furthermore, it investigates the channels through which communities receive health information. The paper outlines effective initiatives within the Library and Information Systems (LIS) profession, emphasising recommendations for librarians to enhance their role in the digital age and contribute successfully to the field of public health. Seven librarians from all tertiary in the Minna metropolis were interviewed. Additionally, One Hundred (100) residents from ten communities were randomly selected to fill out questionnaires to ascertain the impact tertiary libraries have on misinformation in the communities. Only librarians from health institutions attempted to educate the communities, with little impact felt.Item Assessing the Role of Librarians in Combating Health Misinformation During Pandemics in Minna Metropolis(2024) Gana, L.Y.; Emeka, C.; Madaki, A. M.; Salubuyi, M. A.The adverse effects of misinformation on societal progress, particularly in the realm of health, are well-known. Librarians, as guardians of information, have vital role in disseminating accurate information to the public. This research paper explores the potential of the field of librarianship in countering health misinformation. The study examines existing literature on the societal role of librarians in combating misinformation. Additionally, interviews were conducted with all librarians from tertiary institutions in Minna metropolis to investigate their roles in disseminating factual information during the Covid-19 outbreak. The research explores the strategies employed by librarians to combat misinformation, the challenges they faced in this endeavour, and assesses the impact of these strategies on mitigating Covid-19 misinformation. The study delves into both the misinformation encountered by the community and the persisting beliefs in misinformation. Furthermore, it investigates the channels through which communities receive health information. The paper outlines effective initiatives within the Library and Information Systems (LIS) profession, emphasizing recommendations for librarians to enhance their role in the digital age contribute successfully to the field of public health. Seven librarians from all tertiary libraries in the Minna metropolis were interviewed. Additionally, One Hundred (100) residents from ten communities were randomly selected to fill out questionnaires to ascertain the impact tertiary libraries have on misinformation in the communities. Only librarians from health institutions attempted to educate the communities, with little impact felt.Item Assessing the Role of Librarians in Combating Health Misinformation during Pandemics in Minna Metropolis.(Department of Library & Information Science, Federal University Lokoja, Kogi State, 2024-12-19) Gana, Leah Yebo; Emeka, C.; Madaki, A. M.; Salubuyi, M. A.The adverse effects of misinformation on societal progress, particularly in the realm of health, are well-known. Librarians, as guardians of information, have vital role in disseminating accurate information to the public. This research paper explores the potential of the field of librarianship in countering health misinformation. The study examines existing literature on the societal role of librarians in combating misinformation. Additionally, interviews were conducted with all librarians from tertiary institutions in Minna metropolis to investigate their roles in disseminating factual information during the Covid-19 outbreak. The research explores the strategies employed by librarians to combat misinformation, the challenges they faced in this endeavour, and assesses the impact of these strategies on mitigating Covid-19 misinformation. The study delves into both the misinformation encountered by the community and the persisting beliefs in misinformation. Furthermore, it investigates the channels through which communities receive health information. The paper outlines effective initiatives within the Library and Information Systems (LIS) profession, emphasising recommendations for librarians to enhance their role in the digital age and contribute successfully to the field of public health. Seven librarians from all tertiary libraries in the Minna metropolis were interviewed. Additionally, One Hundred (100) residents from ten communities were randomly selected to fill out questionnaires to ascertain the impact tertiary libraries have on misinformation in the communities. Only librarians from health institutions attempted to educate the communities, with little impact felt.Item Assessment of Plagiarism in Undergraduate Projects in the Department of Library and Information Technology, Federal University of Technology, Minna, Niger State(Nigerian Libraries: Journal of the Nigerian Library Association (NLA), 2017) Abduldayan, F.J.; Obaje, A.M.; Oyedum, G.U.The study examined students' plagiarism in undergraduate final year projects for the 2014/2015 academic session in the Department of Library and Information Technology, Federal University of Technology, Minna. Turnitin anti-plagiarism software was used in checking the similarity index and percentage of plagiarized content in the students’ projects. The acceptable benchmark for similarity index was 20% in line with the University policy. All the cases of plagiarism are treated as a case of examination misconduct by the University. The study utilized the analysis of Turnitin anti-plagiarism software as the method for determining the rate of plagiarism. The total population of 42 students for the 2014/2015 was considered, of which 31 (73.8%) successfully trained in their work and graduated with percentages ranging from 14% to 20% similarity indices. The study determined different tricks and methods adopted by students in manipulating the results of Turnitin in order to get the acceptable percentages. Findings revealed some of the challenges faced by students while using Turnitin for plagiarism check. These included students’ lack of paraphrasing skills, time constraints, and lack of continuous monitoring of students’ progress by faculty instructors. The study concluded that Turnitin has helped improve students’ work integrity among students and staff and has also ensured integrity in intellectual outputs emanating from the university. This has led to the increased research visibility and academic ranking of the Federal University of Technology, Minna on the Web. The study recommended that the University should encourage all students to start turning in their work early and not at the end of the project, as this would give them time to paraphrase their work before submission deadlines. The need for comprehensive training on how to paraphrase contents was also recommended.Item Awareness and Engagement with Artificial Intelligence Technologies As Predictors of Undergraduates' Readiness in Building and Woodwork Technology for Construction Practices in Benue State.(Multidisciplinary Journal of Science and Technology Education, 2025) Nule, J. S.; Upwa, F. E.; Nwokolo-Ojo, J. O.; Tar, S.; Igwe, C. O.Industrial paternalism has been a significant factor influencing the development of Vocational and Technical Education (VTE) in Benue State. This study examined the impact, challenges and strategies of industrial paternalism on VTE using a population of 431 (97 academics and 334 non-academics) VTE graduates registered with Technical Education Practitioners Association of Nigeria (TEPAN). Krejcie and Morgan table was used to arrive at a sample size of 205 respondents. A stratified sampling technique was employed to ensure a representation across different groups. A researcher developed 15 item questionnaire was validated, subjected to reliability testing using the Cronbach’s Alpha reliability technique which yielded a reliability index of 0.87. Data collected was analyzed using mean and standard deviation to answer research questions while Inferential T-test was used to test the null hypotheses. The study revealed that industrial paternalism significantly impacts on VTE development in Benue State. The study recommended that: Government should review/update policies and increase funding that reflects current labour market demands and encourage industrial paternalism in Benue State, government and relevant stakeholders should adopt incentives and public awareness campaigns to improve paternalistic policies through tax breaks and government support and government at all levels should enhance collaboration between industries and educational institutions.Item Awareness and use of Information Retrieval Tools by students in College of Education Minna Library Minna, Niger State.(SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION, FEDERAL UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY MINNA, NIGERIA, 2024) Mathew, Oghenetega Osharevemu; Amina Abubakar Saidu; Comfort, Adeline Uno; Madaki, A.M.; P.O. Chuks-IbeThe study assessed the awareness and use of information retrieval tools by students in College of Education Minna, Niger State. The study was guided by five (5) research objectives only. Survey research design method was adopted for the study. The total population for the study was seven thousand nine hundred and eighty-nine (7 989) registered students of College or Education Minna. The sample size of the study was three hundred and sixty-Seven (367) drawn from the population using simple random Sampling. The sample size was determined using the Krejcie and Morgan (1970),. Questionnaire and observation checklist were used for data collection. Out of three hundred and sixty-seven (367) Copies of questionnaire administered, two hundred and ninety-six (296) copies were filled, returned and used for the analysis. Descriptive statistical tool involving frequency counts and percentages were used to analyse the data. The findings revealed that the availability of information retrieval tools such as: Library card catalogue, OPAC. Internet search engines, online databases, bibliographies and library shelve list, while abstract and indexes were not available. The study revealed further that the level of awareness and use of the information retrieval tools by the students was very low. The study recommended among others that the management of College of Education, Minna should create more awareness programmes on those available information retrieval tools in the library for students and regular students' orientation should be carried out on how to use the information retrieval tools, to effectively access or locate relevant information resources that will meet the information needs of the students. oreover., the management should provide alternative means of power supply for effective and efficient use of information retrieval tools among library users to support their research activities.Item Continuous Professional Development Dissemination and Knowledge Addition for Building Construction Professionals Belonging to Built Environment Regulatory Bodies(International Journal of Engineering Management and Humanities (IJEMH), 2025) Alaezi, J. O.; Umbugala, M. D.; Mubarak, R. I.; Agidani, J.; Igwe, C. O.Item Development of Library System Automation Software: A Study of Federal University of Technology, Minna Library(Lapai Journal of Management Science, Lapai, 2016) Oyedum, G.U; Abduldayan, F.J; Amos, V.The paper examined the provision of automated software for Library services in Nigerian Universities, using Federal University of Technology, Minna Library as a case study. The system design methodology was used in the study. The general objective of this study is to explore the potentials of providing effective and efficient library services of record-keeping of books and users; and giving easy access to these records to users when needed, using a desktop Java application at the University Library. This software is used to register students and staff, new books that arrive the circulation unit, lend out books to users and-make returning of the books easy. With the software, the library staff can view user record, edit the record, and calculate fine of defaulters automatically. The software can also send e-mail to various users/members who default in returning borrowed Library books. The software also generates report for the Chief Administrator to view activities carried out in various units of the Library. This software was designed and developed with Java Programming Language. The software will enhance Library services and boost professional standing of the librarian as well. Based on this study, it is recommended that provision of digital library services in Federal University of Technology Minna as well as other tertiary institutions of learning should be implemented in line with current global digital trend.Item Development of Marking Scheme(In Ohize, E.J. et al (Eds). Instructional Pedagogy. Sokoto, University Press, 2019) Akor, P.U; Udoudoh, S.J; Abduldayan, F.J.One of the most recurring and difficult situations in classroom practice is assessing the quality and quantity of learning that has taken place. This is because teaching has intended outcomes that are geared towards behavioural change. In this regard, a good teacher assesses the progress of the students through tests, assignments among others using standardized criteria. It goes without saying that adopting a standard for marking students’ scripts is a fantastic tool to help teachers ensure that marking is consistent across all students’ scripts in a particular examination, test or assignment. Hence, this unit explores the development of a good marking scheme suitable for eliminating teachers’ biasness when marking.Item E–Learning resources and open education resources in Nigeria(World Educators Forum, 2016) Nwokolo-Ojo, J.O.; Igwe, C. O.; Puyate, S. TItem Effect of Migration from Analogue (Traditional) to digital (web based) readers’ services in University libraries in Niger state(NLA Ekiti State, 2022) Salubuyi, M.A.; Madu, E. C., & Uno, Comfort, A.; Uno, C. A.Purpose: This study examined migrating from traditional to web-based readers’ services in university libraries in Niger-State, Nigeria. It is generally believed that there is an ongoing activity of introducing web-based readers’ services in university libraries. Design/methodology//approach: To carry out this research, stratified (proportional random) sampling was used to gather the necessary data. Two research questions and one hypothesis were formulated for the study. Salant and Dillmans method of sample size determination was used to select 381 respondents out of a population size of 27,003 of both users and librarians in some selected academic libraries in Niger-State. A close ended questionnaire was developed which was used to collect the data for this study. The reliability coefficient of the instrument was determined using Cronbach alpha method and it was found to be 0.87. The data gathered from the questionnaire were analyzed using descriptive statistic of mean, standard deviation and inferential statistic of Z-test. Findings: The major findings of this study revealed that is a significant difference between the opinions of library users on the migration process from traditional library services in Niger-State. Based on these findings, it was concluded that migration from traditional library services to web based library services is underway in university libraries in Niger-state and the acceptance and usability of this new form of service is slow compared to the available equipment for this new form of service. It was recommended that to ensure better migration process, academic libraries, should update their knowledge in web-based services and also sensitize their users on the availability of these services in their libraries. It was also recommended that special funds should be made available for smooth transition process. Originality/Value: the study has been able to establish that there is an ongoing migration activity from traditional to web based library services in university libraries in Niger state, but the process is not as fast as compared to their counterparts around the world due to certain factors. The results of this research may be useful to tertiary institutions in Nigeria as a whole.Item Effect of Resourcefulness on the Research Productivity of LIS Educators in Nasarawa State, Nigeria(Kenneth Dike Library, University of Ibadan, 2020-07-01) Babalola, G.A.; Omame, I.M.; Salubuyi, M.A.; Gana, Leah Yebo; Uno, C.A.; Saidu, A.A.Research productivity is the crux of measuring and valuating the performance of Educators in any institution of higher learning. Research productivity in particular is crucial to the overall development of both the institutions of higher learning and of the individual faculty. To enhance the ranking and standard of higher institutions of learning in this digital age, the research output of Educators are normally displayed in institutions’ repositories. One of the indicators of progress and which is usually used as yardstick for career progression and elevation of faculties in higher institutions of learning is research productivity. Research productivity of faculty including Library and Information Science (LIS) Educators might not receive a boost if they are not resourceful. The study was located to Nasarawa State, Nigeria. Two (2) research questions were asked and answered. The research design was descriptive survey. The Total population for the study was (12) LIS Educators from six (6) higher institutions in Nasarawa State. Only (2) of the institutions run LIS programme. Specifically, Federal University Lafia and Nasarawa State Polytechnic Lafia, hence they were purposively selected for the study. Total enumeration (census) technique was used to cover the entire target population. Twelve (12) copies of the questionnaire administered were all returned having a response rate of 100%. The research questions were analysed using mean and standard deviation. The findings of the study revealed that resourcefulness greatly enhanced the research productivity of LIS Educators in the two higher institutions running LIS programme in Nasarawa State Nigeria, as revealed in their mean scores for all the items/constructs outlined to demonstrate qualities of resourcefulness respectively. The study recommended that LIS Educators in Nasarawa State, Nigeria should be trained and imparted with skills to be more resourceful, since it has positive influence on their research productivity. In addition, they should also be provided with opportunities to attend conferences, workshops and seminars and be provided with research grants in order to develop their resourceful ability for enhanced research productivity.Item Effect of Resourcefulness on the Research Productivity of LIS Educators in Nasarawa State, Nigeria.(Kenneth Dike LIbrary, University of Ibadan, 2020) Babalola, G.A.; Omame, I.M.; Salubuyi, M.A.; Tsado, L.Y.; Uno, C.A.; Saidu, A.A.Research productivity is the crux of measuring and valuating the performance of Educators in any institution of higher learning. Research productivity in particular is crucial to the overall development of both the institutions of higher learning and of the individual faculty. To enhance the ranking and standard of higher institutions of learning in this digital age, the research output of Educators are normally displayed in institutions’ repositories. One of the indicators of progress and which is usually used as yardstick for career progression and elevation of faculties in higher institutions of learning is research productivity. Research productivity of faculty including Library and Information Science (LIS) Educators might not receive a boost if they are not resourceful. The study was located to Nasarawa State, Nigeria. Two (2) research questions were asked and answered. The research design was descriptive survey. The Total population for the study was (12) LIS Educators from six (6) higher institutions in Nasarawa State. Only (2) of the institutions run LIS programme. Specifically, Federal University Lafia and Nasarawa State Polytechnic Lafia, hence they were purposively selected for the study. Total enumeration (census) technique was used to cover the entire target population. Twelve (12) copies of the questionnaire administered were all returned having a response rate of 100%. The research questions were analysed using mean and standard deviation. The findings of the study revealed that resourcefulness greatly enhanced the research productivity of LIS Educators in the two higher institutions running LIS programme in Nasarawa State Nigeria, as revealed in their mean scores for all the items/constructs outlined to demonstrate qualities of resourcefulness respectively. The study recommended that LIS Educators in Nasarawa State, Nigeria should be trained and imparted with skills to be more resourceful, since it has positive influence on their research productivity. In addition, they should also be provided with opportunities to attend conferences, workshops and seminars and be provided with research grants in order to develop their resourceful ability for enhanced research productivity.Item Electronic Health Records Use by Physicians: An Overview(Proceedings of the 1st International Conference of Faculty of Education, FUL., 2024) Sani Musa.; Oyedum, G. U.; Abduldayan F. J.Electronic Health Records (EHRs) have significantly transformed healthcare delivery, digitizing patient information, enhancing care coordination, and improving clinical outcomes. This article provides an overview of EHR systems, detailing their evolution, benefits, challenges, and future directions. EHRs have evolved from basic paper-based systems to comprehensive digital platforms that facilitate real-time access to patient data, enable informed decision-making and better patient care. Despite their advantages, challenges such as high implementation costs, interoperability issues, and data privacy concerns persist. The impact of EHRs on healthcare delivery is profound, leading to improved patient engagement and streamlined workflows. Future directions for EHR systems include enhanced interoperability, integration of artificial intelligence, and improved patient-centric features. The conclusion emphasizes the need for ongoing innovation and investment to maximize the potential of EHRs in healthcare.Item Entrepreneurial and Functional Building Technology Education as a Means of Achieving Vision 2020 in Nigeria(AMH International Conferences and Seminars Organizing LLC, 2012-09-15) Igwe C.O; Onoh Eze C.J .Entrepreneurial and functional building technology education, if well positioned has the potentials of launching Nigeria into the first 20 world economies by the year 2020. This paper integrates the industrial, educational and entrepreneurial activities that results in increased productivity. Functional building technology career broadly categorised into professional and non-professional. The paper reviewed the entrepreneurial prospects open to the non-professional builders trained in the technical institutions equipped with the knowledge and skills to competently perform in the building construction sites as craftsmen, technicians and technologist. Also, other entrepreneurial activities in the public and private sectors at both small and medium scale capacity. The review presented inadequate budgetary allocation to the education sector, dearth of infrastructural facilities, also, the gap existing between the construction industry and the technical institutions. It recommended, increased funding and acquisition of modern equipment/machine and adequate infrastructural facilities. Also, establish a sustainable linkage between the construction industry and technical institutions. Implementation of these will result in increased productivity, robust economy and actualization of the nation’s vision 2020.
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