Katsina-Ala Multi-disciplinary Journal

Zacharia T. Laagye, PhD
Department of Biology,
College of Education,
Katsina-Ala, Benue State

Abstract
This study investigated the effect of orally administered Goko herbal cleansing mixture on the haematological parameters of 30 adult female wistar rats that weighed between 160g to 180g. The rats were randomly selected into three groups; group A (control) and group B and C (experimental groups) having 10 rats each. The control group received no treatment whereas the rats in experimental groups B and C were treated with 100 ml and 200 ml of the mixture given in divided does of 10 ml and 20 ml respectively for 30 days. At the end of the treatment period the rats were sacrificed, blood samples taken and hematological parameters determined. The mean red blood cell count (RBC) and haematocrit level (HCT) of rats in the experimental groups significantly decreased compared to those in the control group (p<0.05). The mean haemoglobin concentration (HGB), mean corpuscular concentration (MCV), mean corpuscular haemoglobin (MCH) and mean corpuscular haemoglobin concentration (MCHC) of the experimental groups were significantly higher than the control group. Similarly, the mean white blood cell (WBC) count of the experimental groups increased significantly compared to the control group. However, no significant differences were observed between the granulocytes, monocytes and lymphocytes of the experimental and control groups. The mean platelet counts of the experimental groups were significantly higher compared to the control group.

KEY WORDS: HAEMATOLOGICAL PARAMETERS, GOKO HERBAL MEDICINE, WISTAR RATS

Aaron Tsambelumun Alaanyi
Department of Integrated Science,
College of Education, Katsina-Ala,
Benue State.
Email: [email protected]

Abstract
A preliminary phytochemical screening of Citrullus colocynthis belonging to the family Cucurbitaceae was carried out to establish its medicinal values. The crude leafs and stem extract was examined for antimicrobial potentialities against fungi and bacteria. The aerial parts of the plant were tested for chemical composition using standard procedures and it showed the presence of alkaloids, carbohydrates, flavonoids, proteins, fixed oils, glycosides and saponins. The plant material was subjected to successive soxhlet extraction using methanol solvent. The extracts were evaluated on Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus aureus, Salmonella typhi, Candida albicans and Trichophyton sp strains. The methanol and distilled water extracts showed significant activity against all test organisms. The results obtained in the study suggest that Citrullus colocynthis can be used in treating Tinea cruris a disease caused by trichophyton rubrum.

KEYWORDS: CITRILLUS COLOCYNTHIS, TINEA CRURIS, PHYTOCHEMICAL SCREENING, ANTIMICROBIAL, MEDICINAL PLANT

Caroline Nyigbem Igbo-Uchi, PhD
Department of Geography
College of Education, Katsina-Ala, Benue State, Nigeria.
Email: [email protected]

Clara Torkwase Iyortyer
Department of Geography
College of Education, Katsina-Ala, Benue State, Nigeria.
Email: iyortyerclara@ gmail.com

Abstract
The contributions of air transportation to the Nigerian socio-economic and political growth have been so significant that attention needs to be drawn to its development in terms of safety and its sustainability. In order for safety to be ensured, the impact of meteorological hazards on flight operations should be checked and adequately addressed. Data was obtained from the various federal aviation offices. Descriptive statistics of total, means, and percentages were employed to analyze the data. The paper therefore, educates and enlightens the aviation stakeholders and the general public on the implications of meteorological hazards such as thick dust haze, wind shear, thunderstorm/lightning, among others, on the performance of aircraft, as well as aircraft disasters recorded that were connected to these meteorological hazards. The paper concludes that to avert this ugly trend for the aviation industry, meteorological hazards that hampered efficient and effective flight operations must be adequately addressed in order to strive for and achieve meaningful and sustainable development in Nigeria.

KEY WORDS: AIR TRANSPORTATION, METEOROLOGICAL HAZARDS, SAFETY, NIGERIA.

Philip Iorheghem Iorja
Department of Home and Rural Economics,
Akperan Orshi College of Agriculture,
Yandev, Benue State, Nigeria.
Email: [email protected]
Nguumbur Clara Atshehe
ISIEN Rock Innovation Institute Gboko,
Km 4, Yandev- Gboko Bye pass,
Gboko North, Benue State, Nigeria.

Abstract
This study was based on traditional cloth weaving as a means of earning a living among the Tiv. The study has five objectives, among which is to determine the influence of traditional cloth weaving on the earning and living condition of the people of Vandeikya Local Government Area of Benue State. The study was to determine the various methods or techniques of traditional cloth weaving among the Vandeikya people; to identify the materials used for traditional cloth weaving among the people; to find out the various prospects associated with the traditional cloth weaving industry in the study area; and to identify some challenges and problems associated with traditional cloth weaving in the study area so as to meet the needs of the people. The population was made up of 250 people who specialize in traditional cloth weaving. A sample size of 140 respondents was selected from the population. Purposive sampling method was used for the study. The instrument of data collection was questionnaire. Simple frequency and percentages were used for data analysis. Conclusions were drawn and recommendations made from the study.
KEY WORDS: TRADITIONAL CLOTH, WEAVING, EARNING, LIVING, INDUSTRY

Martins Aondona Iorliam
Department of Fine and Applied Arts,
University of Nigeria, Nsukka.
Email: [email protected]

Abstract

“Chris Afuba: The Sculptor and his AKA Exhibition Years” is a narrative that seeks to examine Afuba’s oeuvre of artistic sensibilities and participation in AKA Exhibitions. AKA is a group of artists, who for two decades held sway in the arena of visual artistic exhibitions East and West of the Niger, beginning in the mid-eighties and going up to the 2000s. This study, therefore, intends to critically analyze the formalistic and stylistic changes that occasioned Afuba’s participation in the AKA group shows and how it has shaped his practice as a multifaceted sculptor, painter and educator. Afuba’s sculptures anchor man’s social-cultural dialectics, and an introspection of his art-forms leads one to navigate between synthesis of satires and socio-political nuances of the complex dynamics of transformations in contemporary Nigerian art. This study on Afuba, will not only add to the existing literature on his person and practice, but also enrich the historical discourse of contemporary Nigerian art history.

KEY WORDS:         CHRIS AFUBA, AKA EXHIBITIONS, FORMALISTIC/STYLISTIC CHANGES, HISTORICAL DISCOURSE

Philip Iorheghem Iorja
Department of Home and Rural Economics,
Akperan Orshi College of Agriculture,
Yandev, Benue State, Nigeria.
Email: [email protected]

Dorcas Doorumun Iorgyer
Department of Home and Rural Economics,
Akperan Orshi College of Agriculture,
Yandev, Benue State, Nigeria.

Nguumbur Clara Atsehe
ISIEN Rock Innovation Institute,
Km 4, Yandev- Gboko Bye Pass,
Gboko North, Benue State, Nigeria.

Abstract

This study looks at the role of Home Economics in poverty alleviation in Vandeikya Local Government Area of Benue State. The main objective of this work is to determine the extent to which Home Economics has contributed to poverty alleviation in the study area. The specific objectives include: to identify the various skills Home Economics has used to alleviate poverty in the study are; to identify the impact of Home Economics in alleviating poverty in the study area; to determine the extent to which Home Economics has contributed to poverty alleviation in Vandeikya Local Government Area of Benue State. The population was made up of 250 people who engaged in different Home Economics activities. A sample size of 160 respondents was selected from the population. Purposive sampling method was used for the study. The instrument for data collection was questionnaire. Simple frequency and percentages were used for data analysis. The paper concludes that home economic activities such as catering services, restaurant management, bakery – bread making, snacks, cake making, fast food business, ice cream and yoghurt business, preparation of soya milk and other food drinks and decoration all contribute to poverty alleviation. It recommends that Economic Extension Agents should train people in various Home Economics skills while government, banks and micro finance institutions should give loans to the trainees in various skills to establish their businesses to help alleviate poverty.

KEY WORDS:  HOME ECONOMICS, POVERTY, POVERTY ALLEVIATION, SKILLS, INCOME, VOCATION

¹ Sooter Tombowua
² Joseph Eev

¹ Department of Early Childhood Care and Education
College of Education, Katsina-Ala
² Department of General Studies Education

[email protected]

 
Abstract
Nigeria, like other countries of the world, recognizes education as the major instrument for effecting sustainable development. Tertiary education is critical for social, economic and political development of Nigeria. The goals of education can only be fully attained if quality delivery is rendered in tertiary education in Nigeria. Tertiary education of good quality is critical for Nigeria to become globally competitive and achieve sustainable development. This paper identifies and discusses the challenges of quality in tertiary education in Nigeria. The paper recommends that the Nigerian government should spend up to 26 percent of her budgetary allocation on education as recommended by UNESCO. Beside reform in existing tertiary education, institutions of higher learning in Nigeria should employ more lecturers to match the students’ population.

Keywords: Quality, Tertiary Education, University and Sustainable Development.

¹ Joshua Olorundare

² Ann Olorundare

¹ Department of Geography

Kogi State College of Education, Ankpa

² Department of French

Kogi State College of Education, Ankpa

Abstract
The study on Public perception of alternative water supply in Makurdi metropolis was based on a pool of opinions in some selected areas of Makurdi town. It was observed that public water supply had failed to meet the need for water in the town, and a large number of households have turned to alternative water supply. The work set out to find out the number of people involved in these alternative water sources, the availability of these alternative water sources and how accessible they are for the people. The survey design was used and four hundred households were sampled with structured questionnaires which were distributed in the study area. The information gathered from the questionnaire was analyzed with statistical table and regression analysis. It was discovered that the alternative sources available are highly accessible as revealed by the regression analysis used. It was also discovered that the alternative sources are not effective based on the same test. It was recommended that both government and private sectors should be involved in standardizing and developing this available alternative to the required standard for water supply policy. It was also suggested that a policy stating required standard for these alternatives should be enacted by the government to regulate and control their establishment.

Keywords: public perception, alternative water supply, availability, accessibility and effectiveness of the alternative sources of water supply.