Katsina-Ala Multi-disciplinary Journal

T. Asaasuen
Geography Department,
College of Education,
Katsina-Ala, Benue State.
e-mail: [email protected]

S.T. Iortule
Economics Department,
College of Education,
Katsina-Ala, Benue State.

Abstract
Food security which is the most fundamental ingredient for sound human health and well-being has been losing ground globally over the years, as more and more people go to bed on an empty stomach night in, night out. This phenomenon simply means that food insecurity has steadily been
assuming wider spectrums of geographical scope. This paper using documentary sources of journal articles, conference papers, textbooks and field observation as a basis for analysis, examines food security under perspectives of issues that pose threats to it such as
conflicts/terrorism, corruption in high places, technological deficiencies and climate change among others like natural increase in population and poverty. The paper suggests such measures as amicable resolution of conflicts, end to global terrorism, harsh punitive measures for corruption, technological advancement in agricultural mechanization, improving rural based infrastructure, combating climate change and offer of agricultural incentives as sound measures for boosting food security in Benue State and the country at large.

Keywords: Food Security, Growing Population, Sustainability

Dzomun Emmanuel Amua
Department of Computer Science Education,
College of Education, Katsina-Ala.
e-mail: [email protected]

Titus N. Kaatser
Department of Physical and Health Education,
College of Education, Katsina-Ala.

Vincent V. Nyagh
Department of Physical and Health Education,
College of Education, Katsina-Ala.

Abstract
This paper assessed the status of Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) in sports entrepreneurship in Nigeria for better performance. Some of the ICTs used in sports are Hot Spot for technology in cricket, Goal Line Technology and Video Assistant Referee (VAR) in football and Hawk-eye Technology in badminton and lawn tennis. The application of cutting edge ICTs in sports to enhance the development of Nigerian economy and entrepreneurial opportunities for the teeming youths includes database management, global visibility and ease access to information among others. Types of ICT facilities that are integrated into sports entrepreneurship are Computers, Digital Video Camera, Printers, Digital Storage Devices, Cloud Computing, Mobile Phones, Internet, Business Process Automation (BRA), Network Server Solution and Wireless Route. In spite of the benefits of integrating ICT facilities in sports entrepreneurship, it is faced with some challenges, which are lack of ICT and e-business skills, lack of local manufacturing industry, and poor internet connectivity among others. It was therefore suggested among others that government should create an enabling environment to encourage investment in local content production especially in the area of sports goods and services using ICT facilities.

Keywords: ICTs, Sports, and Entrepreneurship

Orya Bogo
College Library, College of Education,
Katsina-Ala, Benue State, Nigeria.
e-mail: [email protected]

Joseph T. Eev
Department of History,
College of Education,
Katsina-Ala, Benue State.
e-mail: [email protected]

Abstract
The study investigated the influence of job motivation on the performance of librarians in
Colleges of Education in the North Central Nigeria. Descriptive Survey research design was adopted for the study. Population was 93 librarians from the fourteen public Colleges of Education with a sample size of 56 librarians in seven selected Public Colleges of Education in North Central, Nigeria. Data collected were analysed using mean, standard deviation, and Chi Square for answering of research questions and testing of research hypotheses respectively. The study revealed that, promotion has significant influence on job performance of librarians in Colleges of Education in the study area (χ2 =3, 70.71, P=.000). Also, prompt payment of salary significantly influences job performance of librarians in Colleges of Education in the zone (χ2 =3, 68.86, P=.000). Furthermore, there are influences of office environment on job performance of librarians in Colleges of Education in North Central, Nigeria (χ2 =3, 38.43, P=.000). It was also found that there are influences of staff development on job performance of librarians in Colleges of Education in the zone (χ2=3, 69.29, P=.000). It was recommended among other things that, authorities of Colleges of Education and the government should ensure promotion of librarians as and when due as a way of enhancing job satisfaction and their performance. There should be prompt payment of salaries and wages of College librarians as a way of creating job satisfaction and promoting job performance in Colleges of Education.

Keywords: Job motivation, Job performance, Librarians, Colleges of Education

P.T. Ugosor
Department of Chemistry,
College of Education,
Katsina-Ala, Benue State
e-mail: [email protected]

A. A. Shausu
Department of Chemistry,
College of Education,
Katsina-Ala, Benue State
e-mail: [email protected]

I. J. Tyoga
Department of Chemistry,
College of Education,
Katsina-Ala, Benue State
e-mail: [email protected]

Abstract

Chemistry education plays a great role in food security, national development and its sustenance. Nigeria is faced with food crisis as a result of internal problems of insecurity (the recent farmer herder clashes, activities of Boko haram, Islamic State of West African Province, (ISWAP) as well as other terror groups in the country and the lack of political will by the present administration to tackle the problems, gender inequality, educational decadence, dwindling human resource base, poor health facilities, outbreak of Covid-19, political conflicts, poor youth orientation, bad governance and, dwindling national economy, climate change among others. The challenges of food security demands effective application of Chemistry Education to change the orientation and mind-set of Nigerians towards applying the scientific knowledge and skills acquired to agricultural production, utilization and other agricultural businesses. The situation calls for a real exploit of the scientific knowledge via crop improvement; smarter use of agro chemicals like fertilizers, pesticides, fungicides and effective management of agricultural inputs
to ensure increased productivity and food security. This paper focuses on Chemistry education, food security and insecurity in Nigeria as well as harnessing the knowledge and skills acquired through Chemistry education for enhancing food security, national development and sustenance. The paper opined that Chemistry education holds the key to food security, national development, and its sustenance. Therefore, it is recommended that all stakeholders in food production are to ensure and allow Chemistry education to take and play its pivotal role towards enhancing food production and security for national development and sustenance.

Keywords: Science, Chemistry Education, Technology, Food Security and National Development.

Lubem Tsavhemba
Geography Department,
College of Education,
Katsina-Ala, Benue State.

Felix Tersoo Gbaeren
Department of Political Science,
College of Education
Katsina-Ala, Benue State.

Abstract
The study was on effects of banditry on income of farmers in Katsina-Ala Local Government Area of Benue State, Nigeria. Banditry is a serious security challenge in Katsina-Ala where bandits have continued to ravage the agricultural activities of the region. The menace posed by banditry has affected farmers income and livelihood thereby making them to sojourn in the neighbouring Local Government Areas. The population of the study in the ten districts/wards is given at 30,892. A systematic sampling of household are selected at regular interval from the sampling frame. The x/nth of every individual household of every 50 from the population is selected, 100/50 as a sample frame of farmers for each of the ten wards was adopted to select 217 farmer-households. Data were collected using structured questionnaire. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics (percentages, frequency) and multiple regressions. The results revealed that majority of respondents were male with long year of experience in farming. The coefficient of low participation on weekly contribution (Adashi) (1.9823.93) was negatively significant at 10% level of probability. Displacement of farmers from their native markets to nearby markets (x =2.42) and rising of the price of farm produce stead (x =2.20) were the major constraints faced by farmers. It was recommended that farmers should diversify into other income generating activities in order to improve their livelihood status and government should collaborate with village heads for provision of security for farmers in the study area.

Keywords: Effects, Banditry activities, Income and Farmers

Innocent Asan Ieeve
Department of Mathematics,
College Of Education, Katsina-Ala,
Benue State.
e-mail: [email protected]
Dorcas Terna Erukaa
Department of Biology,
College of Education, Katsina-Ala,
Benue State.

Abstract

The full introduction of the fuel subsidy removal in Nigeria, announced on May 29, 2023 by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, brought about untold hardship to all Nigerians in all facets of human endeavour including education. Science, Technology and Mathematics (STM) as a vital component of the education system in Nigeria has been violently hit by the short term disadvantages of the fuel subsidy removal. The increase in the cost of living of students, teachers and parents, the escalating prices of educational resource materials and equipment as well as increase in school fees have left Science, Technology and Mathematics Education in a precarious position of development. This situation is exacerbated by poor funding of Science, Technology and Mathematics Education in Nigeria. It was suggested, among others, that budget allocation to the education sector be raised to meet the UNESCO standards, Science Technology and Mathematics resource materials and equipment be subsidized as well as extending palliative measures to education stakeholders including teachers, students and parents.

Keywords: Fuel Subsidy, Removal, Impact, STM Education.

Dese David Dzenda
Department of Fine and Applied Arts,
College of Education, Katsina-Ala,
Benue State.
Terungwa Oragbe
Department of Fine and Applied Arts,
College of Education, Katsina-Ala,
Benue State.
Corresponding e-mail: [email protected]

Abstract
This survey examines the relationship between design and ergonomics in the product development peculiarly the industrial design method. It pays attention to user experience of contemporary product, particularly tangible products considering factors ranging from convenience of use to economic aspects. Through a review of relevant available literature, and non-participant observational method, it was gathered that form, style, functionality and cost play an essential role in the contemporary product development procedure. The study aimed to affirm the imperative of ergonomics in product designing and development, thus provide information to local stakeholders in the product development field to improve user experiences of the product. The conceptual framework of the study essentially considered ergonomics and anthropometrics theory. The theory puts the customer or human factor in the centre of the product development procedure as a major factor to consider in enhancing quality product outcomes. Through this survey, some products were observed to hold no alluring quality to the customer or potential user. However, the phenomenon was voided in some products through the initial introduction of ergonomics principles. The study outlined shortcomings to a more effective ergonomic compliant industrial design product development programme in Nigeria, to include
policy issues, limitations of the curriculum, inadequate research, lack of awareness and machinery among Nigeria product developers. In conclusion, it was established that ergonomics has the potential of enhancing design quality in product development, and ways to improve the quality of a product were outlined. The study suggested the inclusion and proper application of ergonomics by producers in product design and development programme and policies, to enhance product user experience.

Keywords: Ergonomics, Product Development, Enhance, User Experience, Industrial Design.