Volume 21 (2026)

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2026.b678quzf

ASSESSMENT AND DETERMINANTS OF SCHOOL-BASED HEALTH CARE PRACTICES IN SECONDARY SCHOOLS LOCATED WITHIN AHMADU BELLO UNIVERSITY, ZARIA, KADUNA STATE, NIGERIA

C. I. AYABIOGBE, Shehu HARANDE, Abdulkabir Toriola YUSUF^*, Umar YUSUF

School health services (SHS) are essential for promoting students’ well-being, yet their implementation inNigerian schools remains uneven. This study assessed SHS practices in secondary schools within Ahmadu BelloUniversity, Zaria, with emphasis on school type, student attitudes, and organizational structures, in order todetermine whether being in a university community translates to improved prac...

Jun, 2026 pp. 255-269

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2026.c7535yoc

VOCATIONAL AND TECHNICAL SKILLS AS A STRATEGY FOR ENHANCING GIRL-CHILD SCHOOL ENROLMENT IN ZARIA LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, KADUNA STATE

Khadija Abdullahi MUSA^*, Aisha Bako HARUNA, Rabi Shehu DALHATU

This study examined the role of vocational and technical skills in enhancing the school enrolment of the girl-childin Zaria Local Government Area. Despite the recognised importance of girls’ education in promoting social andeconomic development, many girls in Northern Nigeria continue to experience low enrolment and retention inschools due to poverty, socio-cultural practices, gender discriminatio...

Jun, 2026 pp. 234-243

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2026.mh1qdyl1

EFFECT OF ROLE-PLAY AND SIMULATION ON STUDENTS’ KNOWLEDGE AND ATTITUDES TOWARD INHERITANCE IN SOCIAL STUDIES IN EDO STATE

Osagie Eguagie^*

This study examined the effect of role-play and simulation instructional strategies on students’ knowledge andattitudes toward inheritance concepts in Social Studies in Edo State. The study adopted a 3 × 2 × 2 factorialpretest–posttest non-equivalent control group design structured into instructional strategies (role-play, simulation,and conventional teaching), sex (male and female), and measureme...

Jun, 2026 pp. 244-254

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2026.c6h8ltmj

ASSESSMENT OF PRINCIPALS’ MANAGEMENT OF SCHOOL RECORDS ON TEACHERS' JOB PERFORMANCE IN PUBLIC SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN KADUNA STATE, NIGERIA

Roselyn Tauna LUKA^*, M. M. Ibrahim, Surajo Ahmad Magaji

This study assessed principals’ management of school records on teachers’ job performance in public secondaryschools in Kaduna State, Nigeria. The objectives of the study are to: examine principals' management of schooldiary on teachers’ job performance in public secondary schools in Kaduna state, Nigeria, and ascertain theprincipals' management of teachers' attendance registers on teachers’ job p...

Jun, 2026 pp. 201-210

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2026.9021rhb6

EVALUATION OF THE IMPLEMENTATION OF NOMADIC EDUCATION PROGRAMME IN NORTH-WEST ZONE, NIGERIA

Aliyu A DADA^*, Muhammad SULEIMAN, Abdullahi Tatabu MOHAMMED

The study was carried out to evaluate the Implementation of the Nomadic Education Programme in the NorthwestZone, Nigeria. The objectives of the study, among which were to determine the Provision of InfrastructuralFacilities for the implementation of the Nomadic Education Programme in North-West Zone, Nigeria and assessthe Provision of instructional materials in the implementation of the Nomadic E...

Jun, 2026 pp. 211-220

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2026.eekryyds

EFFECT OF MULTIMEDIA INSTRUCTION ON PERFORMANCE IN RESPIRATORY SYSTEM CONCEPT AMONG BIOLOGY STUDENTS IN ZARIA EDUCATION ZONE, KADUNA STATE, NIGERIA

Janet Funke JESULOWO^*, Alice JAMES, Onehi Akpe Onehi

This study examined the effect of multimedia instruction on students’ performance in the respiratory systemconcept among Biology students in Zaria Education Zone, Kaduna State, Nigeria. Two research objectives,questions, and hypotheses guided the study. A quasi-experimental non-randomized pretest–posttest control groupdesign was adopted. The population comprised 3,709 SS II Biology students in pub...

Jun, 2026 pp. 221-226

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2026.18lamux9

THE ROLE OF TRADITIONAL QUR'ANIC SCHOOLS IN ADDRESSING THE OUT-OF-SCHOOL CHILDREN CRISIS IN NORTHERN NIGERIA: A HYBRID EDUCATIONAL MODEL FOR INCLUSION

Shehu IDRIS^*, Eska SIMAN-AMBITA'A, Jamila MUHAMMAD

Out-of-school children in Northern Nigeria remain a significant challenge, with socio-cultural norms, economichardship, and weak policy implementation contributing to the issue. Traditional Qur'anic schools (Almajirisystem) continue to play a crucial role in education, yet they often operate outside the formal schooling system,leaving many children without essential literacy and numeracy skills. T...

Jun, 2026 pp. 227-233

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2026.u77f0zr3

ASSESSING THE IMPACT OF CONTINUOUS ASSESSMENT PLANNING AND ADMINISTRATION ON ECONOMICS STUDENTS’ ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE IN KADUNA STATE, NIGERIA

Omolara Evelyn DECKER^*, Emmanuel Patrick AGENE

This study examinesd the Impact of Continuous Assessment (CA) on Economics students’ academic performancein Kaduna State, Nigeria. It provides a conceptual overview of continuous assessment of Economics students’academic performance within the study area. The instrument for data collection was the Economics ContinuousAssessment Performance Test (ECAPT). The study population comprised 125 economics...

Jun, 2026 pp. 194-200

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2026.mkx3f806

TEACHER CLASSROOM INSTRUCTIONAL DELIVERY; A NEXUS AT IMPROVING STUDENTS’ PERFORMANCE IN THE 21ST CENTURY

Josephine Masara JOSHUA^*, Zainab Ololade ADEWALE, Ngozi UBENDU

This paper examines the role of quality teacher classroom delivery as a critical factor in enhancing learners’academic performance in the 21st century. It also highlights that teacher quality, encompassing professionalcompetence, pedagogical skills, classroom management, and motivation, remains one of the strongestdeterminants of learners’ success. The paper identifies challenges such as inadequat...

Jun, 2026 pp. 187-193

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2026.afl7ue98

EFFECT OF SOCIAL SKILLS TRAINING ON AGGRESSIVE BEHAVIOUR AMONG SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN ZARIA METROPOLIS, KADUNA STATE, NIGERIA

M. R. Nasidi^*, R. M. Bello, M. I. Abdullahi, S. A. Adisa

This study examined the effect of Social Skills Training Counselling Technique on aggressive behaviour. Three(3) objectives guided the study. Related to this, three corresponding null hypotheses were formulated and tested.All hypotheses were tested at the 0.05 level of significance. The study adopted a quasi-experimental designinvolving pre-test and post-test only. The population of the study comp...

Jun, 2026 pp. 180-186

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2026.xvc02kgm

CAREER ASPIRATION AS A PREDICTOR OF HEALTH-SEEKING BEHAVIOUR AMONG FEMALE PUBLIC SECONDARY SCHOOL TEACHERS IN OSUN STATE, NIGERIA

Olusanya James OJO^*

Despite increasing emphasis on healthy lifestyle practices such as adequate nutrition, regular physical activity,and routine medical check-ups, unhealthy health-seeking behaviours remain prevalent among workingpopulations. This study examined career aspiration as a predictor of health-seeking behaviour among femalesecondary school teachers in Osun State, Nigeria. A descriptive survey research desi...

Jun, 2026 pp. 173-179

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2026.oro3xg7o

PEER INFLUENCE AS A PREDICTOR OF SUBSTANCE ADDICTION AMONG SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN EDO STATE, NIGERIA

Evelyn Ofure OBOZOKHAE^*

This study examined peer influence as a predictor of substance addiction among secondary school students in EdoState, Nigeria. The study was motivated by the increasing prevalence of substance-related behaviours amongadolescents and the need to understand the role of social factors in shaping such behaviours. A correlationalresearch design was adopted for the study. The population comprised all se...

Jun, 2026 pp. 163-172

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2026.jihi0s71

ASSESMENT ON UTILISATION OF EMERGENCY CONTRACEPTIVE AMONG FEMALE STUDENTS OF AHMADU BELLO UNIVERSITY, ZARIA MAIN CAMPUS

Ibrahim MOHAMMED,^*, Seun Nurudeen AKOREDE, Ahmad Sani GETSO, Khalid ALIYU, Imran Matazu HUSSAINI

Contraception refers to the prevention of conception through the use of various devices, sexual practices,chemicals, drugs, or surgical procedures. This study employed a descriptive cross-sectional survey to assess theutilisation of emergency contraceptives among female students of Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria main campus.A simple random sampling technique was used to select 135 female students ...

Jun, 2026 pp. 147-153

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2026.ecg16q21

DETERMINANTS OF TECHNOLOGY ADOPTION FOR ACADEMIC SUPPORT SERVICES IN NIGERIAN UNIVERSITIES: AN EXTENDED UTAUT MODEL APPROACH

Yusuf Suleiman, Abdulkadir Nimotallahi Biola, Abdulkareem Rukayat Adetoun^*, Yusuf Olasunkanmi Ibrahim

The rapid digital transformation of higher education has significantly reshaped the delivery of academic supportservices across universities worldwide. Academic support services, including learning management systems, elibraries,online registration systems, virtual counselling, student information systems, and administrative supportplatforms, are increasingly becoming central to institutional effe...

Jun, 2026 pp. 124-138

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2026.pgyy80ql

INFLUENCE OF SCHOOL ENVIRONMENT ON ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT OF STUDENTS IN PUBLIC SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN KADUNA STATE, NIGERIA

Rukayya JIBRIL^*, John Oluyemi EGBEBI, Muhammad Ibrahim MUSA

The study was carried out to investigate the influence of School Environment on Academic Achievement ofStudents in public Senior Secondary Schools in Kaduna State. The design for the study is descriptive surveydesign while the population of the study was 266,209 which comprised of 340 Principals, 6392 Teachers and259,477 Students in Kaduna State Public Senior Secondary Schools. The sample size for...

Jun, 2026 pp. 139-146

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2026.1rdovfmr

COUNSELLING NEEDS FOR CAREGIVERS WORKING WITH VULNERABLE OLDER ADULTS

Musbau Dare YUSUF^*, Jamila YUS, Adekola Kamil LASISI

Caregivers who work with vulnerable older adults face multifaceted emotional, psychological, and practicalchallenges that can significantly impact their well-being and effectiveness in providing care. This paper exploresthe counselling needs of both formal and informal caregivers who support vulnerable older adults experiencingphysical frailty, chronic illness, cognitive decline, and social vulner...

Jun, 2026 pp. 116-123

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2026.914fsnkb

ASSESSING THE IMPLEMENTATION AND IMPACT OF NCCE BENCHMARKS ON ASSESSMENT PRACTICES IN COLLEGES OF EDUCATION IN NIGERIA

Ocheola Innocent Ewaoche^*, Maduagwu Ukamaka Martha, Nwokocha Juliet Ijeoma, Okpara Dolly Ogo, Ejegwa Blessing Ene

This study investigates the implementation and impact of the National Commission for Colleges of Education(NCCE) Benchmarks on assessment practices in Nigerian Colleges of Education. A descriptive survey design wasemployed with data collected from lecturers and academic administrators across federal, state, and privateinstitutions. Of 450 questionnaires administered, 412 were returned (91.6% respo...

Jun, 2026 pp. 154-162

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2026.zzwt6w85

MICROSOFT TEAMS ADOPTION FOR INSTRUCTION: AWARENESS, ACCESSIBILITY AMONG COMPUTER SCIENCE LECTURERS IN FEDERAL TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS KADUNA STATE, NIGERIA

Aliyu A DADA^*, Boor, M. C. H., Awolusi B. E, Muhammed, K. U.

The role of technology and digital transformation in higher education has become increasingly significant in the21st century, reshaping teaching and learning practices in Nigeria and globally. This study examined the extentof awareness and accessibility (System availability) of Microsoft Teams for Instruction among Computer Sciencelecturers in Federal Tertiary Institutions in Kaduna State, Nigeria...

Jun, 2026 pp. 109-115

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2026.84f6xtga

AN INVESTIGATION ON THE EFFECTS OF TEACHER-MADE INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS ON ECONOMICS STUDENTS’ ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE AT SELECTED SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN BENUE STATE, NIGERIA

Emmanuel Patrick AGENE^*, Lawal BALA, Idris Alimi OMEIZA

This examined the Effects of Teacher-Made Instructional Materials (TMIMs) on Economics students’ academicperformance in selected senior secondary schools in Benue State, Nigeria. It provides a conceptual overview ofteacher-made instructional materials on Economics students’ academic performance within the study area. Theinstrument for data collection was the Economics Performance Test (EPT). The s...

Jun, 2026 pp. 68-75

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2026.da4vvy6q

SEXUAL DYSFUNCTION AMONG FEMALE UNIVERSITY STUDENTS IN NIGERIA: PERMISSION, LIMITED INFORMATION, SPECIFIC SUGGESTIONS, INTENSIVE THERAPY (PLISSIT) AS A SOLUTION

Olugbenga Oladapo AYENA^*, Nelson Aderemi OYEWO

The study assessed the effectiveness of the PLISSIT model in managing female sexual dysfunction (FSD) amonguniversity students in Nigeria. The study employed a prospective cohort design, involving 400 students from auniversity in Nigeria. The population consisted of female university students, with a sample of 400 participantsselected using a systematic sampling technique. The Female Sexual Functi...

Jun, 2026 pp. 101-108

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2026.vlb25m3k

AWARENESS AND USE OF INFORMATION SEARCH STRATEGIES FOR LEARNING ACTIVITIES BY DIPLOMA STUDENTS IN AHMADU BELLO UNIVERSITY, ZARIA

Hamza ABBA^*, Rukkayya Yunusa MOHAMMED, Ashiru HAFIZU

The study investigated the Awareness and Use of Information Search Strategies for Learning Activities byDiploma Students in Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria. The objectives are to determine the extent to which DiplomaStudents are aware of information search strategies for learning activities in the Institute of Education, AhmaduBello University, Zaria and to identify the information search strategie...

Jun, 2026 pp. 93-100

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2026.bxk556ff

EFFECT OF VIRTUAL INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGY ON SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS' READING COMPREHENSION PERFORMANCE IN THE FEDERAL CAPITAL TERRITORY, ABUJA

Emmanuel OKECHALU^*, Nanahauwa O. ALIYU

This study investigated the effect of virtual instructional strategy on secondary school students' readingcomprehension in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. The research set out to determine whether a comparativedifference exists in students’ interest in reading comprehension activities and the literal level in the readingcomprehension performance of the students taught a virtual instructional...

Jun, 2026 pp. 87-92

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2026.899mrifr

ASSESSMENT OF TEACHERS' ROLES IN EARLY IDENTIFICATION OF CHILDREN WITH DYSLEXIA IN PUBLIC PRIMARY SCHOOLS IN OYO STATE

Olusegun Olujide FAGBEMI^*, Amina Amale BELLO, Folasade Temitayo ADEBAYO

This study investigated the role of public primary school teachers in Oyo State, Nigeria. The rationale stems fromthe abysmally low awareness in the early detection of dyslexia in children aged 6 to 10. The study was guided byfour hypotheses. A sample of 386 instructors was chosen by multi-stage sampling from a population of 9,702using a descriptive survey research design. Descriptive statistics, ...

Jun, 2026 pp. 76-86

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2026.wpp7lybe

DIGITAL LEARNING READINESS AND ONLINE INFORMATION EVALUATION SKILLS AS DETERMINANTS OF ECONOMICS EDUCATION STUDENTS’ UNDERSTANDING OF GLOBAL ECONOMIC TRENDS IN OGUN STATE

Akeem Apo AHMED^*

This study examined the digital learning readiness and online information evaluation skills of EconomicsEducation students’ understanding of global economic trends in Ogun State, Nigeria. A correlational surveyresearch design was adopted for the study. The population comprised undergraduate Economics Educationstudents from Tai Solarin Federal University of Education, Ijagun, and Olabisi Onabanjo U...

Jun, 2026 pp. 49-57

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2026.skw6dtqm

MEDIA LITERACY AND GLOBAL ECONOMIC AWARENESS AMONG ECONOMICS EDUCATION UNDERGRADUATES IN OGUN STATE, NIGERIA: PATTERNS OF ONLINE RESOURCE USE

Oluwaseun Oyewole^*

This study examined media literacy and global economic awareness among Economics Education undergraduatesin Ogun State, Nigeria, with a focus on patterns of online resource use. A descriptive survey research design wasadopted to provide an empirical assessment of these constructs as they naturally occur among university students.The population comprised undergraduate Economics Education students f...

Jun, 2026 pp. 58-67

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2026.opedsery

EFFECT OF FLIPPED-CLASSROOM STRATEGY ON PERFORMANCE OF SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN INORGANIC CHEMISTRY, MAKURDI METROPOLIS, BENUE STATE, NIGERIA

Onehi Akpe Onehi^*, Samson Joseph, Galadima Yohanna, Alice JAMES

This study investigated the effect of the flipped-classroom strategy on Senior Secondary School students'academic performance in Inorganic Chemistry in Makurdi Metropolis, Benue State, Nigeria. Two objectives,questions and null hypotheses guided the study. A quasi-experimental pretest-posttest non-equivalent controlgroup design was adopted. The population comprised 1,754 SS II Chemistry students, ...

Jun, 2026 pp. 42-48

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2026.i3va12ib

LEPROSY-RELATED DISABILITY AND PSYCHOSOCIAL WELL-BEING OF LEPROSY-AFFECTED PERSONS AS PERCEIVED BY RESIDENTS IN OYO, OYO STATE, NIGERIA

Isaac Opeyemi OGUNTUNJI^*, Mufutau Tijani OGUNSOLA,, Joseph Oluwaseyi ADIGUN, Abel Adeniyi OJO, Faith Yemioladapo OGUNTUNJI, Aweda Abdullahi SALAUDEEN

The study investigated leprosy-related disabilities and psychosocial well-being of leprosy-affected persons asperceived by residents in Oyo, Oyo State, Nigeria. A descriptive research design of the survey type was used. Thepopulation for the study comprised all residents in Ward 8 of Atiba Local Government, Oyo, Oyo State. Avalidated structured questionnaire was used for data gathering. The reliab...

Jun, 2026 pp. 35-41

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2026.xs3ifoox

ADMINISTRATIVE SUPERVISION AND TEACHERS’ LESSON PLANNING AND DELIVERY IN PUBLIC SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN KATSINA STATE, NIGERIA

Surajo Ahmad Magaji^*, John Oluyemi EGBEBI, Auwal Ahmad Kakumi, Madinatu Rura’I Yusuf

This study examined the impact of administrative supervision on teachers’ lesson planning and lesson delivery inpublic secondary schools in Katsina State, Nigeria. A descriptive survey design was employed, with a sample of333 respondents comprising teachers, principals/vice principals, and quality assurance officers selected fromtwelve educational zones. Data were collected using a validated instr...

Jun, 2026 pp. 27-34

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2026.ijs53dhl

ASSESSMENT OF SCHOOL-BASED MANAGEMENT COMMITTEES’ PARTICIPATION IN THE MANAGEMENT OF PUBLIC SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN SOUTH-WEST NIGERIA

Abdulmajeed MOHAMMED^*, Fati Isa WAZIRI, Hannatu WESLEY

The study assessed School-Based Management Committees’ participation in the management of public seniorsecondary schools in South-West Nigeria. The objectives of the study were to examine SBMCs’ involvement inthe management of security, as well as teaching and learning facilities, in public senior secondary schools in theSouth-West Geo-Political Zone of Nigeria. The total population consisted of 1...

Jun, 2026 pp. 16-26

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2026.dxv8edzf

INFLUENCE OF POLITICS ON SECURITY CHALLENGES FOR SECONDARY SCHOOL MANAGEMENT IN KOGI STATE, NIGERIA

Joseph OGWU^*, Abubakar USMAN,, Deyin Hyelanaati LEVI,, Aderanti Susan SIJUWADE

This study investigates the influence of politics on security challenges for secondary school management in Kogistate, Nigeria. Over the past few years, secondary schools have become exposed to violence, kidnapping, murder,and politically based unrest, which interfere with learning processes, jeopardise the security of students andteachers, and make school management difficult. These security outc...

Jun, 2026 pp. 9-15

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2026.yxa06r3x

RELEVANCE OF SOCIAL STUDIES STUDENT-TEACHERS’ READINESS AND PREPAREDNESS IN THE DELIVERY OF TEACHER EDUCATION PROGRAMMES IN UNIVERSITIES IN NIGERIA

Mohammed Abdul SARKIN-FADA^*, Abdullahi Ubghede ACHENEJE

This paper conceptually examines the relevance of Social Studies student-teachers’ readiness and preparedness inthe delivery of teacher education programmes in universities in Nigeria. The effectiveness of teacher educationlargely depends on the extent to which student-teachers possess and apply essential pedagogical, content,technological, and psychological competencies. Anchored on Constructivis...

Jun, 2026 pp. 1-8