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Vol. 12, No. 2 (2024)
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Volume 12, Issue 2, 2024

25 articles

Research Article

Physiological and Antioxidative Responses of Feedlot Bulls Fattened During the Hot Period of Dry Season in Mubi, Adamawa State, Nigeria

Abbaya, H. Y., Richard, G., Augustine, C., Babale, D. M., Millam, J. J., Lumbonyi, I. A., Malgwi, I. H.

Feedlot bull fattening is one of the most profitable livestock business particularly in Mubi because of the presence of the International cattle marke...

Abstract PDF pp. 1-9

Sibling Cannibalism of African Catfish Clarias Gariepinus (burchell, 1822) Fingerlings Cultured Under Different Photoperiod Conditions

Apollos T. G, Edward A.

Study was carried out to investigate sibling cannibalism in African catfish (Clarias gariepinus) fingerlings reared under different photoperiods. Expe...

Abstract PDF pp. 10-15

Assessment of Heavy Metals in Water, Fish (clarias Gariepinus) and Sediments of Kiri Reservoir, Adamawa State, Nigeria

Edward, A., Duwal, S.D.

Study was carried out to investigate sibling cannibalism in African catfish (Clarias gariepinus) fingerlings reared under different photoperiods. Expe...

Abstract PDF pp. 16-21

Evaluation of the Basic Science Curriculum at Basic Education in the North East, Nigeria

Kamkwis, Markus Zira, Felix Nupam Nzonzo, Kamkwis, Rhoda Markus, Kabiru, Usman, Audu, Jibril Mallam

The study evaluates the Basic Science Curriculum at Basic Education within the North East, Nigeria. It posed two research questions and two hypotheses...

Abstract PDF pp. 22-30

Effects of Variety and Plant Growth Regulators on the Growth and Yield of Some Maize (zea Mays L.) Varieties in Yola Adamawa State Nigeria

Kwambowa, P. G, Babayola, M.

This study examines the effects of variety and plant growth regulators on the growth of some maize varieties in Yola with the aim of proffering vital ...

Abstract PDF pp. 31-46

Comparative Incidences of Gastrointestinal Parasite in Clarias Gariepinus and Oreochromis Niloticus, From Biu Dam, Borno State, Nigeria

Baban Tanko F.S., Zira, J.D., Isa, K.M., Muhammad, H.U., Binta, B.I.

Prevalence of gastrointestinal parasite of Clarias gariepinus and Oreochromis niloticus were carried at Biu Dam. Samples were collected for the period...

Abstract PDF pp. 47-54

Influence of Plant Growth Regulators on the Performance of Vegetable Amaranth (amaranthus Caudatus L.) in Mubi, Northern Guinea Savannah, Adamawa State Nigeria

Njobdi, M., Babayola, M.

Low crop productivity is a general problem facing most farming systems in Nigeria and due to the increase in demand in urban areas where people are no...

Abstract PDF pp. 55-60

Length-weight Relationship and Condition Factors of the African Silver Catfish (chrysichthys Nigrodigitatus) From Freshwater and Brackish Water in Nigeria

Duwal, S. D., Edward, A.

Length-Weight Relationships (LWR) and condition factors K have been used as management tools to determine fish stock and its wellbeing for sustainabil...

Abstract PDF pp. 61-68

Assessment of the Level of Heavy Metals in Soil and Vegetables in Irrigation Farming Sites in Newbussa and Its Environment, Niger State, Nigeria

Olaifa, O.P., Akande, O.A., Yusuf, I.O., Zubairu, M.A., Iluyemi, C.A., Meduna, P.N.

Heavy metal contamination of vegetables is a great public health concern. Hence this study investigates concentration of heavy metals in leafy vegetab...

Abstract PDF pp. 69-76

Efficacy of Some Selected Plant Products on the Storability Control of Cowpea Bruchid (callosobruchus Maculatus L. Walp) in North Eastern Nigeria

Madugu, A. J., Clement, A., Ahmed, Oaya, C. S.

This study was aimed at controlling cowpea bruchid (Callosobruchus maculatus L. Walp) in storage using selected plant products, specifically, the best...

Abstract PDF pp. 77-84

Climate Change Adaptation: an Examination of the Effectiveness of Indigenous Knowledge Systems Among Rural Farmers in Akpanya Community, Kogi State, Nigeria

Audu Liberty Oseni

Our disregard for the Indigenous Knowledge Systems (IKS) contributes largely to the failure of state and nonstate actors’ intervention targeting cli...

Abstract PDF pp. 85-90

Impact of Aggregate Stability on Plant Available Moisture Content in Bauchi State

Ekle, A.E., Babaji, G.A., Hassan, A.M., Voncir, N., Abdusalam, R.A., Katkuk, A., E., Stephen, B., Yusuf, Z.E.

Soil quality, aggregate stability, plant available moisture content and pore structure of any land can be influenced by management practices but the m...

Abstract PDF pp. 91-98

Efficacy of Nanoparticles and Silver Nitrate in the Control of Fusarium Wilt of Tomato (solanum Lycopersicum L.)

Iluyemi, A.C., Afolabi, C. G., Idehen, E.O., Popoola, A. R., Akande, O.A., Olaifa, O.P.

This study assesses the efficacy of nanoparticles and silver nitrate in the control of Fusarium wilt of tomato. The field experiment was a 2 × 2 × 5...

Abstract PDF pp. 99-105

Comparative Analysis of Moisture Characteristics of Soils Derived From Sandstone Parent Material in Darazo and Alkaleri Areas of Bauchi State, Nigeria

Ekle, A.E., Babaji, G.A, Hassan, A.M., Voncir, N., Abdusalam, R.A., Katkuk, A. E., Yusuf, Z.E., Stephen, B.

This study was carried out to Evaluate and compare the Moisture Characteristics of Soils Derived from sandstone Parent Material in Alkaleri and Darazo...

Abstract PDF pp. 106-115

Comparative Analysis of Soil Moisture Characteristics Between Soils Derived From Basement Complex and Sandstone Parent Materials in Parts of Bauchi State. Nigeria

Ekle, A.E., Babaji, G.A., Hassan, A.M., Voncir, N., Abdusalam, R.A., Katkuk, A. E., Yusuf, Z.E., Stephen, B.

This study was undertaken to evaluate soil moisture characteristics in parts of Bauchi State under soil derived from basement complex and sandstone pa...

Abstract PDF pp. 116-125

Evaluation in the Science Laboratory and Mathematics Classroom in Nigeria

Deborah T. A. Obafemi, O. A. Morah

The paper discussed the importance of evaluation in the Science laboratory and Mathematics classroom. The correlation between Science and Mathematics ...

Abstract PDF pp. 126-131

Effect of Maple Software and Geoboard on Students’ Performance and Retention in Geometry in Obio/akpor Local Government Area, Rivers State, Nigeria

Ini U. Ifon, Deborah T. A. Obafemi

The study investigated the effect of Maple Software and Geoboard on students‟ academic performance and retention of the concept of Geometry in Obio/...

Abstract PDF pp. 132-142

Comparative Analysis of Different Leave Powders on Root Knot Nematode Meloidogyne Incognita Affecting Bambara Groundnut in Adamawa State

Tame, V.T., Bamsida, Z., Aji M. B.

Field experiment was conducted in 2024 rainy season to compare the effect of different plant leaves powders on root knot nematode (Meloidogyne incogni...

Abstract PDF pp. 143-159

In-vitro Anthelminthic Effects of Vernonia Amygdalina Leaf Ethanolic and Aqueous Extracts on Earthworms (pheritima Posthuma)

Abdullahi Abubakar Biu, Wasagwa John, ThankGod Emmanuel Onyiche, Falmata Mustapha Abdallah

Anthelmintic resistance to commonly used chemotherapeutic drugs is on the increase and alternatives are been explored, and medicinal plants have shown...

Abstract PDF pp. 161-165

Comparative Growth Performances of First and Second Filial Generations of Clarias Gariepinus (burchell, 1822) Fed Processed Azanza Garkeana Pulp Meal

Bello, H. A., Sogbesan, A. O., Duwal, S. D., Peter, M. B., Onyia, L. U.

This study was to evaluate the growth performances of First Filial (F1) and Second (F2) of Clarias gariepinus (Burchell, 1822) fed processed Azanza ga...

Abstract PDF pp. 166-171

Exploring the Influence of Street Network on Commute Well-being in Abuja City, Nigeria

Nuhu H. Tini

Improvement of street network to ensure well-being in cities has become a global concern in the recent years. Tremendous efforts have also been made t...

Abstract PDF pp. 172-179

Evaluation of the Effects of Various Organic Wastes in the Reduction of Heavy Metals in a Polluted Soil Undergoing Bioremediation

Muhammad, R. G., Machido, D. A., Mohammed L. I., Ado, S. A., Atta. H. I., Hamzat A., Auta Y. I.

Heavy metals are commonly found in soils polluted with contaminants from anthropogenic sources. Biosorption is a passive mechanism of heavy metal remo...

Abstract PDF pp. 180-194

Prevalence of Schistosomiasis Among Apparently Healthy School Age Children in Adamawa State, Nigeria

Hamawa, S. S., Yahaya M., Oniye S. J., Luka S. A., Ajanusi S.O., Filgona J.

Schistosomiasis constitutes a major public health challenge in Nigeria. This study investigates the prevalence of schistosomiasis among pupils/student...

Abstract PDF pp. 195-202

Optimal Control Model for the Dynamics of Tuberculosis With Control Strategies

Njida James Andest, Ibrahim Isa Adamu

The optimal control model with five different control strategies; the control effort on vaccination (u1), the control effort on public health campaign...

Abstract PDF pp. 204-218

The Environmental Impact of Gully Erosion and Its Implications for Soil Loss in Northern Adamawa State, Nigeria

Ezekiel Alhassaan, Ibrahim Saidu, Alfred D. Mshelia, Yohanna Peter

Gully erosion has become a significant environmental issue that dramatically contributes to soil degradation and poses adverse effect on soil fertilit...

Abstract PDF pp. 219-225