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    Remediation of Zinc Contaminated Soil Using Acalypha wilkesiana.
    (Journal of Global Ecology and Environment, 2015) Aransiola, Sesan Abiodun
    A study was premeditated to evaluate the phytoextraction potential of Acalypha wilkesiana for zinc (Zn) remediation. Sets of pot experiment were conducted. Stems of Acalypha wilkesiana were planted in five kilograms of soil placed in each plastic pot having 0 ppm, 5 ppm, 10 ppm, 15 ppm, 20 ppm and 25 ppm of Zn respectively. The study was carried out for a period of 12 weeks under natural conditions. Physicochemical properties of the soil were determined using standard methods. The results revealed that pH, phosphorous and moisture contents increased while nitrogen and organic carbon contents decreased in polluted soil remediated with Acalypha wilkesiana when compared to the zinc free soil. Leaves, stems and roots of the plant were analyzed for Zn uptake after 12 weeks. The plant mopped up substantial concentrations of Zn in the stem (6.21ppm) and leaves (8.23 ppm) compared to concentrations in the roots (6.08 ppm). The phytoextraction ability of the plants was assessed in terms of its metal bioconcentration factor (BCF) and translocation factor (TF). It was observed that the levels of the Zn in the roots and shoots after 12 weeks showed that more bio-available pool of Zn was translocated from the root to the leaves and stem in that order. The results obtained suggests that the plant have phytoextraction capability and could be used in re-establishing soil polluted with Zn.
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    An Appraisal of Ethics in Media Reportage of COVID-19 Index Case in Kwara State
    (KWASU KWASU Journal of Information, Communication and Technology, 2025-12-25) Musliyu, Raufu
    This study presents a content analysis of ethical practices in media reportage during the initial phase of the COVID-19 pandemic in Kwara State, Nigeria, with particular focus on the case of the state’s index patient. The study adopted qualitative content analysis. Analysis was done using descriptive thematic and narrative analysis. Findings by the study revealed a disregard for established journalistic ethics across multiple media outlets, though a lone contrast in the ethical reporting of the Kwara State Government Website fairly demonstrated a viable professional alternative. Findings further indicated ethical breaches, including sensationalism, the publication of unverified information, and violations of patient privacy and confidentiality through the direct identification of the index case by name, location, and town. These unethical reporting were identified as the direct catalyst for intense psychosocial harm, including the stigmatisation experienced by the index case, her social ostracisation, and economic boycott of the affected family. The study uncovered systemic institutional failures underpinning the breaches, such as a lack of trauma-informed training, weak fact-checking protocols, and an outdated regulatory framework that incentivises “clickbait” economics over the privacy rights of individuals featured in news stories,. The study concluded that the ethical failures demonstrated by the various media organisations actively undermined the public health response and inflicted lasting harm on the index case and associated individuals. It recommended the retraction of stories deemed to have caused harm to individuals as a primary step towards mitigating the harmful impact and as a demonstration of institutional accountability, alongside urgent reforms, including mandatory trauma-informed training for journalists and a review of the Nigerian Press Council’s 26-year-old code of ethics for journalists, to align Nigerian media practice with global standards that prioritise human dignity during public emergencies.
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    Effect of Orthodox and Traditional Health Promotion on Health Decisions of Residents of Offa, Kwara State
    (KWASU Journal of Information, Communication and Technology, 2025-12-28) Musliyu Raufu
    This study examined how Orthodox Health Promotion (OHP) and Traditional Health Promotion (THP) messages shape the health decisions of residents in Offa, Kwara State. Using the Health Belief Model (HBM) as a theoretical framework, the study explored how exposure to modern, evidence-based health messages and culturally rooted traditional health messages influenced individual choices about seeking medical care. A quantitative survey design was adopted, allowing systematic measurement of residents' exposure to both types of health messages and the resulting health decision patterns. Results showed that both OHP and THP significantly influenced health decisions, though OHP had a stronger effect. Simple linear regression revealed that OHP explained 99.5% of the variance in health decisions (R² = .995, β = .997, p = .001), while THP accounted for 97.5% (R² = .975, β = .987, p = .001). A combined multiple regression model showed that both predictors together explained 99.8% of the variance (R² = .998, p = .001), with OHP (β = .731) exerting greater influence than THP (β = .272). The study concluded that both forms of health promotion play complementary and significant roles in shaping the health-seeking behaviours of Offa residents. It highlights the importance of combining evidence-based health communication with culturally relevant traditional practices to improve public health outcomes. The very high R² values suggest possible measurement limitations or response bias; future research should therefore use more diverse sampling methods and examine moderating variables. Studies should also investigate the long-term impact of health promotion messages on actual health outcomes beyond decision-making.
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    Effect of Transportation on the Marketing of Agricultural Products in Jos North
    (Quest Journals, 2017-04-20) Gbam, Barnabas
    This study examined the effect of transportation in the marketing of agricultural products in selected markets in Jos North LGA of Plateau State. The main objectives of the study are to ascertain the relationship between efficient transportation system and the cost of agricultural products and to determine the impact of transportation on the availability of agricultural products in Jos North LGA. Survey research method was employed. Respondents were drawn from Gada Biu, Farin Gada, and Satellite Markets. Tables and percentages were used for data presentation. Findings show that transportation plays an important role in the distribution of agricultural products, helps in creating market for agricultural product and reduces spoilage and wastage of farm products. It also shows that improvement in transportation can encourage farmers to work hard in increasing production. The study recommends that Federal, State and Local Governments should provide adequate transportation system which will help in conveying the farm products from their places of production to places of consumption. All transportation facilities in the country should be upgraded by Federal Government and there should be general improvement in the transportation system which will encourage farmers to work harder.
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    PARTICIPATORY COMMUNICATION AS A CATALYST FOR COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT IN SELECTED RURAL AREAS IN NIGERIA
    (International Journal of Development Communication Research (IJDCR), 2025-09-20) Shehu, Amina,; Ahmed, Abdullahi Aminullahi
    This paper examines participatory communication as a transformative development communication strategy for empowering rural communities in Nigeria. Rooted in Participatory Communication Theory and framed within the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the study synthesises existing literature and selected Nigerian use cases to highlight how inclusive, dialogic communication processes foster local ownership, resilience, and sustainable change. Case evidence reveals successful outcomes in areas like water and sanitation (SDG 6), gender equity (SDG 5), climate adaptation (SDG 13), and access to clean energy (SDG 7). Despite its promise, implementation challenges remain, including limited funding, institutional gaps, linguistic diversity, and resistance from entrenched power structures. Nonetheless, the study affirms that embedding participatory communication in Nigeria’s development planning is critical to achieving inclusive and context-sensitive progress. The paper concludes that for sustainable development to take root in rural Nigeria, development programmes must prioritise participatory frameworks that amplify marginalised voices, promote collaborative problem-solving, and reflect indigenous knowledge systems. Accordingly, policymakers and development actors are urged to integrate these approaches into national strategies to foster empowered, self-reliant, and sustainable rural communities.