"Where African Research Finds Its Voice"
ANALYSIS OF CAUSES OF MATERNAL MORTALITY IN GENERAL HOSPITAL CALABAR, CROSS RIVER STATE
Background of the study: The ever-increasing focus on enhancing women's reproductive health on a worldwide scale has resulted in an increased need for research, particularly in the field of maternal health. Since the late 1980s, the issue of maternal health,...
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THE IMPACT OF HOME VIDEOS ON THE SOCIOCULTURAL DYNAMICS OF STUDENTS AT LAGOS STATE UNIVERSITY
CHAPTER ONE
INTRODUCTION
Background of the study: The ubiquity of home video makes it a powerful medium that has the potential to shape the culture of any civilization, partic...
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THE IMPACT OF RITUALISM ON NATIONAL SECURITY
CHAPTER ONE
INTRODUCTION
BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY: Security concerns are taken seriously all across the world. It is acknowledged as one of the most fundamental tasks of a stat...
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THE IMPACT OF INSECURITY IN NIGERIA ON INDUSTRIALIZATION AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION
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Fatherhood and Fatherland in Chimamanda Adichie's "Purple Hibiscus"
CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTION: SOCIAL AND HISTORICAL CONTEXT
Purple Hibiscus, by third-generation Nigerian novelist Chimamanda Adichie, is (at its most basic level) a coming-of-age tale. Fifteen-year-old Kambili and Jaja, her older brother, must face political unrest, uncaring...
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FOOD CHOICE DECISION-MAKING AMONG SCHOOL-GOING ADOLESCENTS AMIDST THE NUTRITION TRANSITION IN URBAN ACCRA, GHANA
ABSTRACT
Like many countries of the world, Ghana is experiencing a nutrition transition and rising non-communicable diseases. Adolescents are susceptible to diet-related health risks as they experience significant physical and psychological changes, which are happening in tandem with fo...
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RESILIENCE OF NIGERIAN WIDOWS IN THE FACE OF HARMFUL WIDOWHOOD PRACTICES IN SOUTHWEST NIGERIA: AN INTERDISCIPLINARY ANALYSIS
CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTION
She stood in the storm, and when the wind did not blow her way, she adjusted her sails. ―Elizabeth Edwards, Resilience: The New Afterword
In this study, I explore issues of resilience and strength in Nigerian widows as the...
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THE RESILIENCE OF FEMALE SURVIVORS OF INTIMATE PARTNER VIOLENCE IN SOUTHWEST NIGERIA: AN INTERDISCIPLINARY ANALYSIS
ABSTRACT
Female survivors of intimate partner violence (IPV) in Nigeria are subjected to severe and distressing encounters that have significant implications for their gender-based entitlements and overall welfare. As the phenomenon of Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) continues to endure...
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THE ROLE OF CHURCH LEADERS IN THE GROWTH AND SURVIVAL OF THE CHURCH
1.1 Background of the Study
The role of church leaders has become an increasingly important topic in discussions of church growth and survival. With religious institutions worldwide facing complex challenges, effective leadership is ess...
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FACTORS INFLUENCING FAMILY PLANNING CHOICES AMONG COUPLES ATTENDING FAMILY PLANNING CLINIC IN UCTH CALABAR
1.1 Background of the Study
Family planning is a critical component of reproductive health, and it has become a central issue in global health discussions due to its significant impact on population control, maternal health, and the overall well-be...
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An examination of the influence of bilingual education on phonological systems in Hausa
An examination of the influence of bilingual education on phonological systems in Hausa
Background of the study
Bilingual education in Hausa communities has emerged as a critical area of study as educators striv...
An investigation of the adaptation of foreign phonological patterns in Nigerian English among urban youths
An investigation of the adaptation of foreign phonological patterns in Nigerian English among urban youths
Background of the study
Urban youths in Nigeria are increasingly exposed to a myriad of linguistic influ...
The impact of intergenerational transmission on phonological continuity in Yoruba in Osun State
The impact of intergenerational transmission on phonological continuity in Yoruba in Osun State
Background of the study
Intergenerational transmission is a vital process for the preservation and evolution of lan...
An examination of the role of prosody in shaping phonological structures in Yoruba language
An examination of the role of prosody in shaping phonological structures in Yoruba language
Background of the study
Prosody, the rhythm, stress, and intonation of speech, is fundamental in shaping the phonologic...
The impact of urbanization on the phonological systems of Nigerian indigenous languages
The impact of urbanization on the phonological systems of Nigerian indigenous languages
Background of the study
Urbanization is reshaping societies across Nigeria, with significant consequences for indigenous la...
CULTURAL DEVIATIONS AND THE RISE OF COMMERCIALIZED BURIALS AMONG YOUTH IN ABIA STATE
CULTURAL DEVIATIONS AND THE RISE OF COMMERCIALIZED BURIALS AMONG YOUTH IN ABIA STATE
CHAPTER ONE
INTRODUCTION
1.1 Background of the Study
In Abia State, a notable shift has emerged in which traditional burial rites—once entirely community-funded and o...
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REFORMING THEOLOGICAL EDUCATION IN AFRICA (A CASE OF ABEL DAMINA’S APPROACH TO BIBLICAL INTERPRETATION)
REFORMING THEOLOGICAL EDUCATION IN AFRICA (A CASE OF ABEL DAMINA’S APPROACH TO BIBLICAL INTERPRETATION)
CHAPTER ONE
INTRODUCTION
1.1 Background of the Study
Theological education in many African institutions has traditionally emphasiz...
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MALE SURVIVORS OF INTIMATE PARTNER VIOLENCE: BARRIERS TO SEEKING HELP IN KADUNA STATE
MALE SURVIVORS OF INTIMATE PARTNER VIOLENCE: BARRIERS TO SEEKING HELP IN KADUNA STATE
1.1 Background of the Study
Intimate partner violence (IPV) against men—encompassing physical assault, emotional abuse, and coercive control—remains underrecognized in Kaduna Stat...
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THE DOUBLE STANDARD OF INFIDELITY: GENDERED PERCEPTIONS OF CHEATING IN NIGERIAN SOCIETY
Background of the Study
Infidelity is a complex and culturally sensitive subject in Nigerian society, where it is often seen as a betrayal of trust within marriage. However, there exists a significant gendered double standard regarding how infidelity is perceived and judged. While male...
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A CRITICAL ANALYSIS OF THE PORTRAYAL OF GENDER EQUALITY IN NIGERIAN MEDIA AND ITS RELATIONSHIP WITH TOXIC FEMINIST NARRATIVES: A STUDY OF LAGOS TELEVISION
Background of the Study
Media has the power to shape societal views and influence public opinion, particularly concerning gender roles, family life, and relationships. In Nigeria, television plays a central role in disseminating cultural narratives and shaping perceptions of gender equa...
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EVALUATING THE IMPACT OF MOBILE HEALTH (mHEALTH) APPLICATIONS ON MATERNAL HEALTH IN RURAL KADUNA STATE
EVALUATING THE IMPACT OF MOBILE HEALTH (mHEALTH) APPLICATIONS ON MATERNAL HEALTH IN RURAL KADUNA STATE
CHAPTER ONE: INTRODUCTION
1.1 Background of the Study
Maternal health remains a central concern in global public health, particularly in low- and middle-income coun...
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