Volume 21, Issue 2 (June)

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2026.8xljbe3c

ASSESSMENT OF PRACTICE OF TOILET INFECTION PREVENTIVE MEASURES AMONG BOARDING SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN NORTH EAST, NIGERIA

Hannatu Solomon AKUNDO^*, Janet AKYOBA

The study assessed the practice of toilet infection preventive measures among boarding secondary school students in North East, Nigeria. To achieve this purpose, descriptive survey research design was used. The population for this study was twenty-five thousand seven hundred and seventy-three (25,773) female students in boarding secondary schools across North-East Nigeria. The sample size of 378 w...

Jun, 2026 pp. 1 - 7 31 views 7 downloads

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2026.r9sbcoit

A PROPOSED FRAMEWORK FOR INDUSTRY-UNIVERSITY PARTNERSHIPS TO ENHANCE PRACTICAL SKILLS AND EMPLOYABILITY OF NIGERIAN GRADUATES

Stella OFOR-DOUGLAS^*, Nkpolu OROWORUKWO

The study examines a proposed framework for industry-university partnership to enhance practical skills and employability of Nigerian graduates. This research paper explores how collaborations between industries and universities can enhance graduates' employability in today's dynamic job market. In emphasizing the significance of negotiation, it emphasized the importance of establishing strong par...

Jun, 2026 pp. 8 - 18 35 views 8 downloads

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2026.b3vvdbfs

EVALUATION OF THE IMPLEMENTATION OF ADMISSIONS POLICY: A STUDY OF JAMB CUT-OFF POINTS AND MERIT-BASED ADMISSIONS IN FEDERAL COLLEGES OF EDUCATION IN NORTH WEST, NIGERIA

Muhammad Ibrahim MUSA^*, Abdullahi IBRAHIM

The study investigated the impact of various admission policies on students’ registration in Federal Colleges of Education in the North-West Zone of Nigeria. The study had two objectives among which are; to investigate the Implementation of admissions policies of JAMB Cut-off points on Students’ Admission in Federal Colleges of Education and Examine the Implementation of Admission Policy on Merit-...

Jun, 2026 pp. 19 - 31 37 views 7 downloads

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2026.ysyr8xxn

MAINTENANCE OF SCHOOL INFRASTRUCTURE AND STUDENTS’ ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE IN PRIVATE SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN KWARA STATE, NIGERIA

Muritala Adaramaja SHEU^*

This study examines the maintenance of school infrastructure and students’ academic performance in private secondary schools in Kwara State, Nigeria. The research is motivated by concerns over the declining condition of school facilities and its potential effects on students’ learning outcomes. Using a descriptive and correlational survey design, simple random technique was used to select particip...

Jun, 2026 pp. 32 - 39 28 views 8 downloads

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2026.jirqngb7

THE ROLE OF SCHOOL-COMMUNITY COLLABORATION IN ADDRESSING SECURITY CHALLENGES FACING PUBLIC SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN NORTH-WEST, NIGERIA

Abdullahi Mika’ilu Saidu^*, M. I. Harbau

The study examined the role of school-community Collaboration in Addressing security Challenges Facing Public secondary schools in North-west zone, Nigeria. The study was guided by two objectives among which were: Ascertain the impact of parents on physical security management in public secondary schools in North-West Zone, Nigeria. Ascertain the impact of teachers and staff on human security mana...

Jun, 2026 pp. 40 - 46 37 views 14 downloads

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2026.pfbhq3pp

ISLAMIC PERSPECTIVES ON GIRL-CHILD EDUCATION: ADDRESSING CULTURAL BARRIERS AND RELIGIOUS MISCONCEPTIONS IN NIGERIAN MUSLIM COMMUNITIES

Abubakar Muhammad SHITTU^*, Shehu AHMAD

Acquisition of knowledge and its application is a fundamental necessity for all Muslims for them to be qualified as believers. Islam orders for acquisition and dissemination of knowledge among believers, irrespective of gender. The aim of education in Islam is to produce a decent human being who is capable of delivering his duties as a servant of Allah and His vicegerent on earth. This paper entit...

Jun, 2026 pp. 47 - 51 26 views 7 downloads

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2026.dv6p68pv

SCIENCE OF STRESS AND ITS COPING MECHANISMS

Panebi UGO^*, Joy-Telu HAMILTON-EKEKE

Stress has been explained, defined, characterized and conceptualized from biological, psychological, biochemical, physiological and medical perspectives. Stress is thus a composite and multi-dimensional condition impacting with profound consequences on man. It has been described as a force, which affects human beings physically, mentally, emotionally, socially, and spiritually. At time, it is desc...

Jun, 2026 pp. 52 - 59 27 views 9 downloads

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2026.l1l487ny

GENDER DIFFERENCE AND INFLUENCE OF SCHOOL TYPE ON STUDENTS’ ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT IN CHEMISTRY IN SOME SELECTED SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN KANO STATE, NIGERIA

Is’haq SHAZALI,^*, Anas Mustapha ABDULLAHI,, Adamu Suleiman AHMAD, Habibu Bashir ADO

This study aims at assessing whether there is a significant gender difference between the senior secondary school students’ Academic achievement in chemistry of boarding and day students in some selected secondary schools in Kano, Nigeria. The study formulated three questions to answer (1) What is the level of Academic achievement of some selected female senior secondary school students in chemist...

Jun, 2026 pp. 60 - 69 34 views 9 downloads

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2026.h8onb2g4

ADVANCING EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS AND WORKFORCE READINESS: A CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK FOR CONTEMPORARY LABOUR MARKETS

Adebayo O AKINSANYA^*, Johnson FEJOH, Mujaheed Gbeminiyi ADEGBOLA

The transformation of contemporary labour markets, driven by rapid technological advancement, globalisation, and evolving work structures, has intensified the demand for a workforce equipped with multidimensional competencies. This paper provides a conceptual analysis of employability skills and workforce readiness, with particular attention to the challenges facing developing economies such as Ni...

Jun, 2026 pp. 70 - 81 37 views 11 downloads

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2026.qy8fub8i

TEACHERS’ PERCEPTION OF PLAY-BASED LEARNING ON CREATIVITY AND CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT IN PRE-PRIMARY EDUCATION IN FEDERAL CAPITAL TERRITORY, ABUJA: IMPLICATION FOR GUIDANCE AND COUNSELLING

Stella Obioma NWANKWO^*, Bernard Meshach OTARU

Abstract This study examined teachers’ perception of play-based learning on creativity and childhood development in pre- primary education in Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, with implications for guidance and counselling. A descriptive survey design was adopted, involving 360 pre-primary school teachers selected through multi-stage sampling. Data were collected using a researcher-developed quest...

Jun, 2026 pp. 82 -89 25 views 8 downloads

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2026.vl3ix1e8

IMPACT OF BANDITRY ON STUDENTS’ PSYCHOLOGICAL WELL-BEING AND SCHOOL ATTENDANCE ON CURRICULUM DELIVERY IN UPPER BASIC SCHOOLS IN NORTH-WEST NIGERIA

Babangida YAKI^*

This study examined the impact of banditry on students’ psychological well-being and school attendance and its implications for curriculum delivery in upper basic schools in North-West Nigeria. The study was guided by two objectives, two research questions and two hypotheses. A descriptive survey research design was adopted. The population comprised 1,265,457 teachers, students and Quality Assuran...

Jun, 2026 pp. 90 - 100 21 views 7 downloads

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2026.rs86pxxy

THE INFLUENCE OF PROFESSIONAL LIBRARIANS’ DIGITAL LITERACY SKILLS ON THE UTILIZATION OF ONLINE RESOURCES IN FEDERAL UNIVERSITIES ACROSS NORTH CENTRAL NIGERIA

Medina MOHAMMED^*, Aminu Ahmed BUBA, Haruna Hamman GARTA

This study investigated influence of professional librarians’ digital information literacy skills on the utilization of online resources in federal universities across North Central Nigeria. Specifically, the study sought to identify the types of Online Resources available, assess librarians’ digital literacy skills, examine the extent of digital platform utilization, and determine the challenges ...

Jun, 2026 pp. 101 - 113 23 views 10 downloads

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2026.lhuv1zik

KNOWLEDGE OF HEALTH CONSEQUENCES OF EARPHONE USE AMONG UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS IN THE UNIVERSITY OF NIGERIA, NSUKKA

Eyuche Lauretta Ozoemena^*, Cylia Nkechi Iweama, Olajide Ezekiel Ajani

This study investigated knowledge of health consequences of earphone use among undergraduate students of the University of Nigeria, Nsukka. Three specific objectives with corresponding research questions guided the study. The study adopted cross-sectional survey research design. The study population comprised of all undergraduate students of the University of Nigeria, Nsukka campus. Multi-stage si...

Jun, 2026 pp. 114 - 121 20 views 11 downloads

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2026.4bjyu2mt

VOCATIONAL EDUCATION ENROLMENT AND UNEMPLOYMENT IN NIGERIA: EVIDENCE FROM ARDL BOUNDS TESTING APPROACH, 1980– 2024

Dauda DANLAMI^*, Buhari YAHAYA, Umar IBRAHIM

The study examined the contribution of vocational education to reducing unemployment in Nigeria using an ex post facto design based on secondary data. Annual time series data covering 45 observations (1980–2024) were sourced from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS, 2024), including vocational education enrolment, unemployment rate, and population growth. The analysis was conducted using Stata ...

Jun, 2026 pp. 122 - 128 20 views 9 downloads

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2026.cwdkb4u8

DIGITAL CAPABILITIES OF AGRICULTURAL STUDENTS AT THE FEDERAL UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY, OWERRI, IMO STATE, NIGERIA

UMUNAKWE PC^*, EZENWA NE, ABANUM RC, UKEWUIHE SN, IBE MN

The paper investigated capabilities to use digital technologies among agricultural students at the Federal University of Technology, Owerri, Nigeria. This study is built upon the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology which provides a framework for understanding how behavioural intention, usage patterns and performance expectancy affect technology usage. The population for the study co...

Jun, 2026 pp. 129-138 20 views 8 downloads

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2026.7hk9er28

RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN MENTORSHIP SKILLS AND CAREER GROWTH OF BUSINESS EDUCATORS IN PUBLIC UNIVERSITIES, SOUTH SOUTH, NIGERIA

Yetunde Tracy OWIE^*, Nkechi OBIWELUOZOR

The focus of this study was to investigate the relationship between mentorship skills and career growth of business educators in public universities in south-south, Nigeria. To guide the study four research questions were raised and hypothesized. All hypotheses were tested at 0.05 levels of significance. The design of the study was a correlational survey research design. All business education lec...

Jun, 2026 pp. 139-148 19 views 11 downloads

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2026.lpeqom9g

PRINCIPALS’ COMMUNICATION SKILLS: A PREDICTOR OF TEACHERS’ MORALE IN PUBLIC SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN SOUTHWESTERN NIGERIA

Busuyi Francis OLOWO^*, Oyinkansola Arin OGUNGBEMI

An integral part of school leadership that greatly affects teachers' morale and school performances overall is communication. The study looked at principals' communication skills, especially clarity, openness, and feedback, to see how they influenced the morale of public secondary school teachers in the Southwestern part of Nigeria. The researchers employed a descriptive research design selecting ...

Jun, 2026 pp. 149-159 30 views 9 downloads

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2026.zr8160ve

AN ASSESSMENT OF OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY PRACTICES AMONG STAFF OF BUA CEMENT FACTORY IN OBU-OKPELLA, EDO STATE, NIGERIA

Imran Matazu HUSSAINI^*, Usman MOHAMMED, Mamuda IBRAHIM, Ahmad Sani GETSO, Seun Nurudeen AKOREDE

Occupational safety remains a critical aspect of industrial environments, particularly in high-risk sectors such as cement production. This study assessed occupational safety practices and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) among staff of BUA Cement Factory, Obu-Okpella, Edo State, Nigeria. A descriptive cross-sectional design was adopted, and 382 consenting respondents (254 operationa...

Jun, 2026 pp. 160-169 28 views 10 downloads

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2026.8wojczds

INFLUENCE OF AVAILABILITY AND UTILISATION OF EDUCATIONAL INFRASTRUCTURE ON ACCESS TO PRIMARY EDUCATION IN IJEBU ODE LOCAL GOVERNMENT, OGUN STATE

Surajudeen Olawale SADIQ^*, Senimetu ILEUMA

The role of educational infrastructure in determining access to primary education in Ijebu-Ode Local Government, Ogun State was explored in this study. The study focused on availability and utilization of educational infrastructure in the study area. The study was guided by two research questions and three hypotheses which were tested at 0.05 level of significance. Using a descriptive survey desig...

Jun, 2026 pp. 170-179 20 views 7 downloads

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2026.mqaj738x

DETERMINING THE CONSTRUCTS MEASURED BY THE WEST AFRICAN SENIOR SCHOOL CERTIFICATE EXAMINATION (WASSCE): A STUDY OF CONSTRUCT VALIDITY AND RELIABILITY

Ocheola Innocent Ewaoche^*, Chinyere Jennifer UCHE-UDAH, Okpara Dolly Ogo, Ejegwa Blessing Ene, Chukwukaelo Chigbo EZIAMAKA

This study examined the construct validity and reliability of the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) administered by the West African Examinations Council. Specifically, it investigated the extent to which WASSCE measures intended cognitive constructs through content representation and internal structure evidence. The study adopted an instrumentation and validation researc...

Jun, 2026 pp. 180-185 26 views 8 downloads

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2026.i7knb2f3

IMPACT OF ADOLESCENT GIRLS’ INITIATIVE FOR LEARNING AND EMPOWERMENT (AGILE) ON MANAGEMENT OF EDUCATION IN SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN KADUNA STATE, NIGERIA

Abdulhakam Hamza Kwangila^*, Muhammad Sani Suleiman, Abdullatif Murtala

This study examined the impact of the Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Empowerment (AGILE) on the management of girl-child education in public secondary schools in Kaduna State, Nigeria. A descriptive survey design was adopted, involving principals, teachers, Ministry of Education officials, and AGILE programme officials. Data were collected using a validated instrument titled Adolesce...

Jun, 2026 pp. 186-194 33 views 15 downloads

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2026.pofh35dk

WOMENS EMPOWERMENT THROUGH EDUCATON: ANALYSING THE IMPACT OF EDUCATION ON WOMENS EMPOWERMENT INCLUDING ITS EFFECTS ON THEIR SOCIO-ECONOMIC STATUS, HEALTH, AND WELLBEING.

Ngozi Vera Ben OSARO^*

The paper examine Women empowerment through education is a critical driver of social and economic development, enabling women to achieve equality, independence, and active participation in societal progress. Education equips women with knowledge, skills, and confidence, breaking traditional barriers and challenging gender stereotypes. By gaining access to quality education, women can improve their...

Jun, 2026 pp. 195-201 25 views 15 downloads

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2026.wif3vvqi

TECHNOLOGY-DRIVEN INTERVENTION FOR OUT-OF-SCHOOL CHILDREN IN NIGERIA: EXPLORING CHALLENGES AND PROSPECTS

Awolusi B. E^*, Kereakede EBIPADE, C. I. AYABIOGBE, Ehi EJEH, Umar YUSUF, Salisu B. I.

Nigeria has one of the largest populations of out-of-school children (OOSC) globally, with estimates ranging from 11 to 17 million, most of whom live in Northern and rural areas. Persistent poverty, insecurity, gender disparities and inadequate infrastructure continue to restrict access to basic education. This study examined how technology can be leveraged to empower out-of-school children by add...

Jun, 2026 pp. 202-211 27 views 9 downloads

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2026.6j5djr9j

PROBLEMS AND PROSPECTS OF INTEGRATING ICT IN TERTIARY EDUCATION IN KADUNA STATE, NIGERIA

Shafi'u NUHU^*, Wada HUDU, Asma'u Dalhatu ALHASSAN

This paper examined, Problems and Prospects of Integrating ICT in Tertiary Education in Kaduna state, Nigeria. The study was guided by two objectives; to examine electricity supply in the integration of ICT and examine the availability of ICT facilities among tertiary institutions in Kaduna state. Research questions and hypotheses were in line with objectives of the study. The study adopted descri...

Jun, 2026 pp. 212-219 23 views 7 downloads

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2026.a076ya7y

AUDIO-VISUAL INSTRUCTION AND LEARNING OUTCOMES IN PHONETICS: EVIDENCE FROM SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN KADUNA STATE

Fatima Binta SANI^*, Aliyu A DADA, Aliyu Idris TIKAU

This study investigated the effects of audio-visual instruction on students’ learning outcomes in phonetics among Senior Secondary School students in Kaduna State, Nigeria. A quasi-experimental pre-test and post-test control group design was employed. The sample comprised 120 students drawn from two public secondary schools in Giwa and Zaria Educational Zones out of a population of 21,600 students...

Jun, 2026 pp. 220-227 32 views 12 downloads

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2026.elbcy0hy

SOCIO-ECONOMIC DETERMINANTS OF LIVELIHOOD DIVERSIFICATION AMONG MAIZE FARMERS IN KADUNA STATE, NIGERIA

Yakubu I^*, Dnladi B, Adamu Z, Sule M, Dahiru I, Abdulhamid H

This study assessed the effect of livelihood diversification on income security among smallholder maize farmers in Kaduna State, Nigeria. Specifically, it described farmers’ socio-economic characteristics, examined factors influencing diversification, assessed the level of diversification, and determined the relationship between diversification and household income. Data were collected from 213 ma...

Jun, 2026 pp. 228 - 237 40 views 14 downloads

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2026.atkt0a9g

CORRELATES OF SCHOOL CLIMATE: A STUDY OF MENTAL HEALTH WELLBEING, LECTURER-STUDENT RELATIONSHIP, SCHOOL CONNECTEDNESS AND MOTIVATION TO LEARN AMONG STUDENTS IN UNIVERSITY OF BENIN

Ufuomaoghene ATUMA^*, Osarenmwanta Daniel AIDEYAN

This study investigated the correlation indices of school climate with mental health wellbeing; lecturer-student interpersonal relationship; school connectedness; and motivation to learn among undergraduates in the University of Benin, Nigeria. Four hypotheses were formulated. A descriptive correlation research design was used for the study which allows the researchers to establish the relationshi...

Jun, 2026 pp. 238 -246 36 views 12 downloads

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2026.ggydk9d6

STATE-LOCAL GOVERNMENT RELATIONS AND THE CHALLENGES OF DEVELOPMENT IN NIGERIA: A STUDY OF KADUNA STATE (1999-2007)

Aliyu SULEIMAN^*, Abbas SALIHU

This paper studied the local government and its relationship with other level of governance and how the issues of state-local government relations affect service delivery. Local government remains the closest level of government to the people at the grass root level. It was therefore aimed at using it as a means through which service delivery could be properly carried out. This was said to not be ...

Jun, 2026 pp. 247 - 259 29 views 9 downloads

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2026.it4jk7b3

ASSESSMENT OF PRACTICE OF FOOD HYIEGENE AMONG FOOD HANDLERS IN BOARDING SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN NORTHWEST ZONE, NIGERIA

Olubunmi Felicia ILORI^*, Sule SHENGEL

This study assessed the practice of food hygiene among food handlers in boarding secondary schools in the Northwest Zone of Nigeria. A descriptive survey research design was employed, targeting a population of 1,112 food handlers, from which a sample of 470 was drawn using a multistage sampling technique across four states. Data were collected through a structured questionnaire based on a modified...

Jun, 2026 pp. 260 - 266 26 views 9 downloads

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2026.ut0slvtn

ASSESSEMENT OF THE IMPACT OF THE TRAINING ADEQUACY OF THE NATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR SPORTS (NIS) ON THE DEVELOPMENT OF TACTICAL ABILITY OF COACHES IN THE NORTH-WEST ZONE, NIGERIA

Muttalib Adebola OLOYEDE^*, Clement S AMAO, Olubayo Marvellous OGUNDELE

This study assessed the impact of the training adequacy of the National Institute for Sports (NIS) on the development of tactical ability of coaches in State Sports Organizations in the North-West Zone of Nigeria. A descriptive survey research design was adopted. The population comprised 450 coaches drawn from football, basketball, taekwondo, tennis, athletics, and swimming who were trained by NIS...

Jun, 2026 pp. 267 - 273 41 views 8 downloads

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2026.cyi063a1

PERCEIVED CAUSES AND EFFECTS OF PREMENSTRUAL SYNDROME AMONG FEMALE UNDERGRADUATES IN UNIVERSITY OF ILORIN, NIGERIA

AbdulQudus Tosin JAMIU^*, Afolake Hamidah AFOLABI, Simeon Damilola AREMU, Kamalud-deen Adekunle UTHMAN, Isiaq Adigun YEKEEN, Suliat Opeyemi JIMOH, Micheal Peter KAYODE

Premenstrual syndrome occurs in days leading up to women’s menstruation and it has a number of physical and emotional symptoms, which have significant impact on daily life including academic performance and social interactions. The objectives of the study examined if hormonal fluctuation and genetic factor are perceived causes, and if emotional distress is an effect of premenstrual syndrome among ...

Jun, 2026 pp. 274 - 282 33 views 10 downloads