Volume 20 (2025)

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2026.1mlnai5q

BARRIERS TO EDUCATION: UNDERSTANDING THE ROOT CAUSES OF OUT-OF-SCHOOL CHILDREN IN ZARIA LOCAL GOVERNMENT, KADUNA STATE, NIGERIA

Hajara Yusuf BAYERO^*, Auwalu INUSA

Education is a fundamental human right and a key driver of economic and social development. However,Nigeria continues to struggle with a high number of out-of-school children, particularly in rural areas such asZaria Local Government in Kaduna State. This paper examines the systemic barriers that hinder access toeducation, including economic hardship, cultural norms, inadequate infrastructure, and...

Dec, 2026 pp. 34-40

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2025.vracnerh

IMPACT OF PEER PRESSURE OF INDECENT DRESSING ON THE DEVELOPMENT OF CHRISTIAN YOUTHS IN KOGI STATE, NIGERIA

Ruth Oboro Durojaiye ANDREWS^*, E. S. MIJAH, N. ALAGBU

The study examines how peer pressure has become a salient determinant of adolescent behaviour and hasshaped the developmental outcomes of Christian youths through indecent dressing in Kogi State, Nigeria. Thestudy adopted a descriptive survey research design. The total population of the study comprised Christianyouths in Kogi State, Nigeria, who made up one million, seven hundred thousand, one hun...

Dec, 2025 pp. 169-176

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2025.2mn9kw1f

SAMUWA DA HABBAKAR DIBBU A UNGUWAR KUSFA

Isah BALA^*

Wannan takarda mai taken Samuwa da ha~~akar [ibbu a Unguwar Kusfa Zaria. Manufar wannan bincike itace, a fito da tarihin Unguwa Kusfa da samuwa [ibbu da ha~akarsa an fito da gudunmuwar Malamanta ta fuskarsamar da magungunan [ibbu da ayyukansu na malanta wanda suka taimaka wajen bun}asa al’adun Hausawada Birnin Zariya gaba ]aya, bugu da }ari anyi amfani da kai ziyarar gani da ido domin tattaunawa d...

Dec, 2025 pp. 156-168

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2025.p3uwiykj

EVALUATION OF CONTRIBUTIONS OF SCHOOL-BASED MANAGEMENT COMMITTEES ON THE ADMINISTRATION OF SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN ZARIA EDUCATION ZONE, KADUNA STATE

Shamsudeen ABDULKAREEM^*, Abubakar SULE

The study was an evaluation on the Contributions of School-Based Management Committees on theAdministration of secondary schools in Zaria Education Zone, Kaduna state with the objectives to: find out theextent to which School-Based Management Committees (SBMCs) provide the platform for Community-School interaction in secondary schools in in Zaria Education Zone and examine the influence of School-...

Dec, 2025 pp. 148-155

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2025.h04y21nx

THE IMPACT OF GIRL CHILD EDUCATION ON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT IN NIGERIA AND BEYOND

Ishaq Ashapha YUSUF^*, Bilkisu Musa DAUDA, Haruna MUHAMMAD

The educational marginalization of girls represents one of the most significant barriers to sustainabledevelopment in Nigeria. This paper proposes a comprehensive, multi-pronged strategy to dismantle thesystemic obstacles preventing girls from accessing and completing quality education. The framework is builton five critical pillars: the rigorous enforcement of existing legal and policy instrument...

Dec, 2025 pp. 139-147

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2025.4l86y2y5

INFLUENCE OF DRUG ABUSE ON ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE LEADING TO OUT OF SCHOOL INDIVIDUALS: ADDRESSING THE CHALLENGE THROUGH PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES IN NIGERIA

Iliya Sarki KUMBILI^*, Yakubu Yahaya IBRAHIM

The study investigated how drug abuse impact on academic performance of secondary school students inZaria-Nigeria. Survey research design was adopted for the study. Similarly, purposive sampling technique wasused to select 364 students who participated in the study. The main instrument used for the study was a selfdevelopedquestionnaire on drug abuse containing some items based on 5 likert point s...

Dec, 2025 pp. 133-138

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2025.f6tqsai1

PARENTAL RE-ORIENTING AND OUT-OF-SCHOOL CHILDREN: A DESCRIPTIVE SURVEY IN NORTHERN NIGERIA

Wenji Baiwan ALLAH^*, Ogona ELO, Victor EPHRAIM

The purpose of this paper is to discuss re-orienting families for a stronger future to reduce the menace of outof-school children. Nigeria has the largest number of out-of-school children in the world. It is estimated thatone in everyfive out-of-school children around the globe is in Nigeria. Even though basic education is legallyfree and compulsory in the country, about 18.3 million children aged...

Dec, 2025 pp. 128-132

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2025.m7eqym8w

ASSESSMENT ON THE IMPACT OF INSECURITY ON CHURCH GROWTH IN NORTH CENTRAL GEO-POLITICAL ZONE OF NIGERIA

John Michael GBOGYESS^*, Meshach YOHANNA, John Adamu ATTAH

This study was carried out to assess the impact of insecurity on the physical growth of the Church in Northcentral Geo-political Zone of Nigeria. The objective of the study was to assess the level of physical destructionon the church members and the church as an institution. The total population comprised of Christians in sixstates and the Federal Capital Territory (Abuja) that made up North Centr...

Dec, 2025 pp. 120-127

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2025.2pkhbfe4

THE ROLE OF COUNSELLING IN PROMOTING POSITIVE ATTITUDINAL CHANGE THROUGH TEACHER EDUCATION IN NIGERIA *

Shakirudeen A. BUHARI^*, S. A. Adisa, Barakat B. IBRAHIM

Nigeria is in Africa not only for her richness and abundance of resources, nor is it for her population/economicadvancement, nor her ability to live together for so long despite the diversity, but for the attitude and imagescreated by Nigerians living abroad and those within. Despite the abundant human and material resourcesavailable to the country, many are still wallowing in abject poverty and d...

Dec, 2025 pp. 113-119

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2025.a9pdniav

MULTIDIMENSIONAL ASSESSMENT OF EDUCATIONAL DISENGAGEMENT: PERCEPTIONS, MOTIVATIONS, AND REENGAGEMENT STRATEGIES FOR OUT-OF-SCHOOL CHILDREN IN NORTHERN NIGERIA

Rukayya Aliyu SHEHU^*, Maryam TANIMU, Hauwa Haruna ABDULLAHI

The study titled, Multidimensional Assessment of Educational Disengagement: Perceptions, Motivations, andRe-Engagement Strategies for Out-of-School Children in Northern Nigeria provided critical insights into thefactors influencing educational disengagement and potential strategies for re-engagement. The study wasguided by four objectives and four corresponding research questions. A descriptive su...

Dec, 2025 pp. 105-112

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2025.v8b5x3jf

RELATIONSHIPS BETWEEN FEAR OF ABDUCTION AND PSYCHOLOGICAL WELL-BEING OF SECONDARY SCHOOL GIRLS IN BORNO AND YOBE STATES, NORTH-EAST NIGERIA

Mahmud Buba^*, K. Mahmoud

The study examined relationships between fear of abduction and the psychological well-being of SecondarySchool Girls in Borno and Yobe states, north-east Nigeria. The target Population of the study was 23528students from 24 Government Girls Secondary Schools in Borno and Yobe states. The sample of the study was378 students. The study adopted a correlational design. Two instruments were used for da...

Dec, 2025 pp. 98-104

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2025.f7on81pz

ASSESSMENT OF PROVISION AND MANAGEMENT OF FUNDS FOR INSTRUCTIONAL FACILITIES IN SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN THE SOUTH-WEST ZONE, NIGERIA

Bunmi Bolanle AJIBIKE^*

This study examined the “Provision and Management of Funds for Instructional Facilities in SecondarySchools in South-West Zone, Nigeria”. The objective formulated among which is: to assess the provision andmanagement of funds for instructional facilities in secondary schools in the South-West Zone, Nigeria. Onehypothesis was formulated and tested. A descriptive survey design was adopted for the in...

Dec, 2025 pp. 92-97

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2025.7bmitqfr

BLENDED STEM INSTRUCTION USING VIRTUAL LABS AND SIMULATIONS: EFFECTS ON ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE AND SELF-EFFICACY IN BIOLOGY, MATHEMATICS, PHYSICS, AND CHEMISTRY AMONG SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS ZARIA EDUCATION ZONE KADUNA STATE NIGERIA

Abdullahi LAWAL^*, Zaharaddeen ALIYU,, Aliyu Boka MADUGU, Saadatu YAHAYA

This study investigated the effects of blended STEM instruction using virtual laboratories and simulations on academic performance and self-efficacy in Biology, Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry among senior secondary students in Zaria Education Zone, Kaduna State, Nigeria. Employing a quasi-experimental design with pre-test and post-test control groups, the population comprised 8500 students, o...

Dec, 2025 pp. 85-91

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2025.oa44bsak

COUNSELLING APPROACHES TO THE PREVENTION AND CURE OF OUT-OF-SCHOOL CHILDREN PHENOMENON IN KADUNA STATE, NIGERIA

M. R. Nasidi^*, S. A. Adisa

This paper delves into the critical role of counselling approaches in the prevention and cure of out-of-schoolchildren. The global issue of out-of-school children poses significant challenges to educational equity andsocietal development. Factors such as poverty, cultural norms, conflicts, and health crises contribute to thisphenomenon. Counselling approaches have emerged as effective strategies i...

Dec, 2025 pp. 79-84

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2025.cv7t9ikz

PERSPECTIVES ON THE PROPER USE OF MOBILE HEALTH (MHEALTH) TOOLS FOR LIFELONG WELLNESS AMONG WOMEN IN ZAMFARA STATE HOSPITALS

Mubarak UMAR^*, Murtala Muhammad JANGEBE, Yusuf BABANGIDA

Mobile health (mHealth) technologies offer promising solutions to address persistent health disparities andimprove lifelong wellness among women in Zamfara State, Nigeria. This paper explores perspectives on theproper use of mHealth tools within hospital settings, drawing on a conceptual framework that highlights therole of technology in expanding access, enhancing health education, and strengthen...

Dec, 2025 pp. 72-78

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2025.mqoe51hd

TRUANCY BEHAVIOUR: IMPLICATIONS AND PSYCHOLOGICAL INTERVENTIONS AMONG OUT-OFSCHOOL CHILDREN IN KADUNA STATE

Jamila ISAH^*, Haruna MUHAMMAD

Truancy is the deliberate avoidance of school without a valid justification. It is a prevalent issue amongsecondary school students in Nigeria. It is a major challenge facing the educational system, affecting students'academic performance, school discipline, and overall national development. The truancy problem hasmanifested in different forms. Some students deliberately refuse to attend the full ...

Dec, 2025 pp. 64-71

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2025.8xxvvg9x

FACTORS AFFECTING IRISH POTATO FARMERS’ PARTICIPATION IN HUNKUYI IRRIGATION PROJECT IN KUDAN LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, KADUNA STATE, NIGERIA.

Ibrahim DANJUMA^*, Jamila Baba ABUBAKAR, Yusuf HABIBU

The study investigated the factors affecting Irish Potato farmers’ participation in the Hunkuyi irrigation projectin Kudan local government area, Kaduna state, Nigeria. Two research questions were raised, and onehypothesis was formulated to guide the study work. A descriptive survey design was employed using 8,650farmers. An interview schedule was designed and used for data collection. The proport...

Dec, 2025 pp. 59-63

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2025.sfph8j7w

LEVERAGING TECHNOLOGY TO REACH AND EDUCATE OUT-OF-SCHOOL CHILDREN IN GWAGWALADA AREA COUNCIL, FEDERAL CAPITAL TERRITORY, ABUJA, NIGERIA

Mosunmola Ajibola AJILEYE^*, Olaniyi Segun NATHANIEL, Grace ALLEH

The study investigated "Leveraging Technology to Reach and Educate Out-of-School Children inGwagwalada, Area Council, FCT, Abuja." The main objective was to examine how technological innovationscan be used to address the increasing number of out-of-school children in Gwagwalada, especially inimproving access to quality education for the marginalised. The research design used was a descriptive surv...

Dec, 2025 pp. 54-58

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2025.4tm6t6y2

ATTRACTING OUT-OF-SCHOOL CHILDREN THROUGH VOCATIONAL AND TECHNICAL-BASED EDUCATION IN GWAGWALADA AREA COUNCIL, ABUJA

Barth O. Y. OSHIONEBO^*, Akoji Israel INALEGWU, Tomi Similoluwa AJILEYE

This study explores "Attracting Out-of-School Children Through Vocational and Technical-Based Educationin Gwagwalada Area Council, Abuja." The main objective was to examine how vocational and technicaleducation (VTE) can address the growing number of out-of-school children, focusing on equipping them withpractical skills for self-reliance and socio-economic development. The research design employe...

Dec, 2025 pp. 47-53

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2025.u8qbip31

EFFECTS OF FLIPPED CLASSROOM AND COOPERATIVE LEARNING STRATEGIES ON STUDENTS’ PERFORMANCE IN SOCIAL STUDIES IN UPPER BASIC SCHOOLS IN ADAMAWA STATE, NIGERIA.

Hauwa Ibrahim CHIROMA^*, Abdulmutalib Gambo DAUDA

This study examined the effects of the flipped classroom and cooperative learning strategies on students’performance in Social Studies in upper basic schools in Adamawa State, Nigeria. A quasi-experimental designwas employed with a sample of 172 JS II students, purposively selected from three intact classes. Tworesearch questions and two null hypotheses guided the study. Data were collected using ...

Dec, 2025 pp. 41-46

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2025.g92fviau

THE CHALLENGES OF OUT-OF-SCHOOL CHILDREN IN NIGERIA AND WAYS FORWARD

Auwalu INUSA^*, Bala BAWA Goma, Suleiman UMAR

Nigeria faces a significant educational crisis, characterised by a high number of out-of-school children(OOSC). This paper explores the multifaceted challenges contributing to this issue, including socio-economicfactors, cultural beliefs, infrastructural deficits, and policy shortcomings. By examining these challenges, thepaper aims to highlight the urgency of addressing the OOSC crisis in Nigeria...

Dec, 2025 pp. 31-33

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2025.ka17gexm

FACTORS AFFECTING EXCLUSIVE BREASTFEEDING PRACTICE AMONG LACTATING MOTHERS ATTENDING PRIMARY HEALTH CENTRES IN SHANGA LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, KEBBI STATE, NIGERIA

Adamu ABDULLAHI^*, Sariyu Bukola OYEWOLE, Rachael Ebunlola UGUNNIYI

Exclusive breastfeeding practice among lactating mothers is still low despite associated health benefits. Thisstudy examined factors affecting exclusive breastfeeding practice among lactating women attending PHCs inShanga LGA, Kebbi State, Nigeria. The study adopted descriptive cross–sectional survey. Multistage samplingwas used in selecting 225 respondents. A validated research instrument was use...

Dec, 2025 pp. 22-30

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2025.qsqiziap

ASSESSMENT OF IMPACTS OF PHILANTHROPISTS IN THE EDUCATION OF PRIMARY SCHOOL PUPILS IN KONTAGORA AREA OF NIGER STATE, NIGERIA

Rabi ALHASSAN^*, Yahaya MURTALA

The potentialities of man can only be fully tapped with education. The time and age of the learner to a greaterextent determine the level of absorption, retention and usefulness to the generality of man. This study,therefore, investigated the impacts of Philanthropists on the Education of primary school pupils in Niger State,Nigeria, with specific focus on Kontagora Local Government Area. The obje...

Dec, 2025 pp. 8-14

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2025.28jdqil2

EFFECT OF REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH EDUCATION INTERVENTION ON SEXUAL ATTITUDE AMONG STUDENTS OF BAYERO UNIVERSITY, KANO STATE

Hussaini, I. M.^*, Mustapha, L. K., Aliyu, K, Paullett, U. O, Seun Nurudeen AKOREDE

This study assessed the effect of reproductive health education intervention programme on sexual healthattitudes among students in Bayero University, Kano State, Nigeria. To achieve this purpose, a quasi-pretestpost-test experimental research design was used. The population for the study comprised all 37,214 registeredstudents in Bayero University, Kano, Nigeria. The total sample size of 100 respo...

Dec, 2025 pp. 15-21

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2025.lg26uo24

ASSESSMENT OF STRATEGIES USED IN THE MANAGEMENT OF EXAMINATION MISCONDUCT IN SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN KADUNA STATE, NIGERIA

John Oluyemi EGBEBI^*, Surajo Ahmad Magaji, Rukaiya Saad AHMED, Sakirat Abiodun MUSTAPHA

This study was carried out to assess “Strategies used in management of examination misconduct in secondaryschools in Kaduna State, Nigeria”. To serve as a guide, two (2) specific objectives, two (2) research questionsand two (2) hypotheses were formulated for the study. The study adopted descriptive survey design. Thepopulation of this study was 74,178 respondents, comprising 362 principals, 7,250...

Dec, 2025 pp. 1-7

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2025.hnmrodgn

IMPACTS OF STREET HAWKING ON RETENTION OF PUBLIC PRIMARY SCHOOL PUPILS IN KONTAGORA METROPOLIS OF NIGER STATE-NIGERIA

Aishatu ZUBAIRU^*

This paper investigated street hawking and the attendant impacts on retention of public primary school pupils inKontagora metropolis. Two research objectives were formulated to determine the factors responsible for streethawking in Kontagora Metropolis and to ascertain the impacts of street hawking on the education of secondaryschool-age students in Kontagora Metropolis. This was followed by two r...

Oct, 2025 pp. 129-133

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2025.nrp5dwgq

EFFECT OF HEALTH EDUCATION INTERVENTION ON ACCEPTABILITY OF IMMUNIZATION AS A STRATEGY FOR PREVENTION OF HEPATITIS B VIRUS SPREAD AMONG PREGNANT WOMEN IN YOLA, ADAMAWA STATE - NIGERIA.

Abdullahi LAWAN,^*, Umaru MUSA, Shehu HARANDE, Aminu Umar NINGI

Hepatitis B virus is a liver disease caused by the Deoxyribonucleic acid virus (DNA). It infects the liver cellsand causes both acute and chronic liver diseases. This study examined the effect of health education on theacceptability of immunization as a strategy for the prevention of the Hepatitis B virus among pregnant women inYola, Adamawa State, Nigeria. One (1) research questions and hypothesi...

Oct, 2025 pp. 96-100

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2025.vr13utao

THE IMPLEMENTATION OF SCHOOL HEALTH POLICY IN FACILITY PROVISION IN PRIMARY SCHOOLS OF NIGERIA; A NECESSITY IN ADDRESSING THE CHALLENGES OF OUT OF SCHOOL CHILDREN IN NIGERIA

Bala Bakwai KWASHABAWA^*, Peter Oluwayomi KOLAPO, Safurat Onaolapo AHMED

The need for non to be left behind in respect to education is a necessity that can not be overemphasizedespecially for the younger generation in this age of technological advancement. Thus, the concept of the SchoolHealth Policy (SHP) brings together parents, the community, experts and professionals from the educationplatform “the school” to provide a comprehensive primary health care (PHC) to chi...

Oct, 2025 pp. 156-162

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2025.qhj9x9n0

EMPOWERING THE MARGINALIZED: SUSTAINABLE SOLUTIONS FOR OUT-OF-SCHOOL CHILDREN IN NIGERIA AMIDST SOCIOECONOMIC CHALLENGES

Ibrahim DANJUMA^*, Tetok Nicholas IRMIYA, Abdulmutalib Gambo DAUDA

Nigeria is home to over 10 million out-of-school children, many of whom are marginalised and vulnerable dueto socio-economic challenges. This paper explores sustainable solutions to empower these children, promotinginclusive education and social equity. The paper examines the complex interplay of factors driving out-of-schoolchildren, including poverty, conflict and cultural barriers. The research...

Oct, 2025 pp. 149-155

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2025.b3bws2jq

GAMIFICATION STRATEGIES AND THEIR EFFECTS ON LEARNING MOTIVATION AND CONCEPT MASTERY IN MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCE EDUCATION

Zaharaddeen ALIYU,^*, Hannatu Mohammad LAWAL, Muhammad Bello ADAM, Abdulrahman Shitu LAMIDO

This study examined the impact of gamification strategies on students’ learning motivation and concept masteryin mathematics and science education in Nigerian secondary schools. A quasi-experimental design was adoptedusing intact classes from four public schools randomly assigned to experimental (gamified) and control(traditional) groups. A total of 180 students participated, and data were collect...

Oct, 2025 pp. 117-122

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2025.nwt2vkkz

PERCEPTIONS OF READINESS OF ONLINE LEARNING AMONG HEADS AND LECTURERS OF MATHEMATICS DEPARTMENTS IN KEBBI STATE INSTITUTIONS OF HIGHER LEARNING

Muhammad Sani ABDURRAHMAN^*, Sadiq Buhari BELLO

Nigeria is said to have one of the highest numbers of out-of-school children. The adoption of technologicalinnovations is perceived as a possible solution to an accelerated education programme. Higher education inNigeria has been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic’s extensive spread and the swift digital transition.Countries worldwide have resorted to online teaching and learning in an effort to gu...

Oct, 2025 pp. 134-141

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2025.hrjodw6g

EFFECTS OF PROJECT AND DEMONSTRATION TEACHING APPROACHES ON STUDENTS’ AGRICULTURAL SKILLS ACQUISITION IN COLLEGES OF EDUCATION, PLATEAU, NIGERIA

Grace N. ALKALI^*, Pangkhinah Wuyep BAKO

This research was carried out to determine the effects of demonstration and project teaching approaches on theacquisition of agricultural skills among students in colleges of education in Plateau State, Nigeria. The studyadopted a Quasi-experimental, pretest-post-test design. The population for the study consists of all the 147-yeartwoagricultural education students of the two colleges of educatio...

Oct, 2025 pp. 107-116

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2025.8j85wy2c

MITIGATING SCHOOL-DROP-OUT-SYNDROME THROUGH INTEGRATING RECONCILIATORY INITIATIVES INTO EDUCATIONAL RECOVERY FOR SUSTAINING PEACE IN POST-BANDITRY BIRNIN GWARI COMMUNITY OF KADUNA STATE, NIGERIA

Auwalu INUSA^*, Gidado Likko LAWAL, Salisu ISAH

This paper explored how school drop-out syndrome can be mitigated by integrating reconciliatory initiativesinto educational recovery for sustaining peace in post-banditry Birnin Gwari, Kaduna State. It examines how therecent reconciliatory initiatives in Birnin Gwari LGA and Kaduna State, which combine community-leddialogue, amnesty programs, and socio-economic rehabilitation, offer a fragile yet ...

Oct, 2025 pp. 101-106

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2025.7bzx71dj

ALMAJIRI SYSTEM OF EDUCATION, THE OTHER SIDE OF THE COIN: A CALL FOR RESTRUCTURING AND INTEGRATION

Yusuf ABUBAKAR^*

The Almajiri system of education in northern Nigeria, a traditional Islamic educational framework, has longbeen a subject of debate due to its perceived negative social, economic, and educational impacts. Initiallydesigned to provide religious education, the system has evolved into a structure that often leaves its participantsvulnerable to poverty, exploitation, and marginalisation. This paper ex...

Oct, 2025 pp. 142-148

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2025.zns8rqyf

PERCEIVED INFLUENCE OF EDUCATION MANAGERS IN FUNDING PUBLIC SECONDARY SCHOOLS FOR QUALITY ASSURANCE IN ANAMBRA STATE, NIGERIA

Gloria Chineze OSEGBUE^*

This study investigated the perception of school managers in funding public secondary schools for qualityassurance in Anambra State, Nigeria. Two research questions and two null hypotheses were raised to guide thestudy. The population of the study comprised 6865 educational managers in the public secondary schools in allsix education zones of Anambra State, which consisted of 267 principals and 65...

Oct, 2025 pp. 89-95

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2025.bbe51k7q

EXPLORING THE ROOT CAUSES OF OUT-OF-SCHOOL PHENOMENA IN NORTHERN NIGERIA: SOCIO-ECONOMIC, CULTURAL, AND POLITICAL DIMENSIONS

Bala Bakwai KWASHABAWA^*, Muhammad Alhassan NDANAIMI, Isah Asma’u FANA, Usman Babangida ABDULLAHI

The issue of out-of-school children in Nigeria remains a critical challenge to the nation’s socio-economicdevelopment and global educational goals. This paper looks into the multidimensional root causes of thisproblem, focusing on socio-economic, cultural, and political dimensions. It classified the effect of out-of-schoolphenomenon in Nigeria into immediate, short-term term and long-term effects....

Oct, 2025 pp. 51-56

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2025.btfx8cb8

CHALLENGES TO INFORMATION ACCESS ON SOCIAL MEDIA FOR SOCIO-POLITICAL DISCUSSIONS BY YOUTHS IN UNIVERSITIES IN NORTHWEST STATES, NIGERIA

Ibrahim Salihu YUSUF^*, Abdullahi HUSSAINI

This study investigates the challenges faced by university youths in Nigeria's northwest states in accessinginformation and participating in socio-political discussions on social media platforms. It is guided by tworesearch questions and one null hypothesis in the following order: what challenges youths encounter inaccessing information on social media platforms for socio-political participation i...

Oct, 2025 pp. 57-65

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2025.vzmq7yrc

THE ROLE OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION ACTIVITIES IN ENHANCING SCHOOL RETENTION AND REDUCING DROPOUT RATES IN KATSINA STATE, NIGERIA: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW

Mubarak UMAR^*

This review examines the crucial role of Physical Education (PE) activities in enhancing school retention andreducing dropout rates in Katsina State, Nigeria. The study highlights the alarming school dropout rates inNigeria, particularly within Katsina State, and underscores the multifaceted benefits of PE beyond physicalhealth. Economic, cultural, and institutional barriers contribute to low rete...

Oct, 2025 pp. 123-128

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2025.as9zt9m2

FOOD AND NUTRITION SECURITY FOR SOCIO-ECONOMIC STABILITY OF FAMILIES TOWARDS PREVENTING THE PHENOMENON OF OUT-OF-SCHOOL CHILDREN IN KADUNA STATE

Yakubu, I.^*, Abdullahi, A.Y., Dahiru I, Surajo Ahmad Magaji

In Kaduna State, a region grappling with socio-economic challenges, the phenomenon of out-of-school childrenremains a pressing concern. Numerous factors contribute to this crisis, one of which is the intertwinedrelationship between food and nutrition security, family stability, and education. Food and nutrition security arecritical not only for the physical development of children but also for the...

Oct, 2025 pp. 66-73

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2025.2nkc4lfu

UNDERSTANDING THE CONCEPT AND CHALLENGES OF OUT-OF-SCHOOL CHILDREN IN KADUNA STATE, NIGERIA

Yakubu I^*, Abdullahi, A.Y., Dahiru I, Surajo Ahmad Magaji

The issue of out-of-school children in Kaduna State presents a significant barrier to state development, socialstability, and economic progress. Despite various interventions, Kaduna State continues to record a high numberof out-of-school children, with factors such as poverty, insecurity, inadequate infrastructure, and policyinconsistencies contributing to the crisis. This paper explains the conc...

Oct, 2025 pp. 74-80

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2025.bwq3km5u

THE IMPACT OF VIRTUAL AND AUGMENTED REALITY ON STUDENTS’ UNDERSTANDING OF COMPLEX BIOPHYSICAL AND BIOCHEMICAL PROCESSES IN SECONDARY EDUCATION

Muhammad Hayatu YUSUF^*, Sani Abdulaziz ZAREWA,, A. S. Umar, Auwal YAHAYA

This study examined the impact of virtual and augmented reality (VR&AR) based instruction on secondaryschool students’ understanding, engagement, and motivation in learning complex biophysical and biochemicalprocesses. A quasi-experimental design employing a pretest, posttest control group approach was adopted. Thepopulation comprised approximately 1,200 Senior Secondary II students offering Biolo...

Oct, 2025 pp. 41-50

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2025.bbajh01o

EXPLORING INFORMATION NEEDS AND ACCESS CHANNELS FOR SOCIOECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT AMONG ALMAJIRAI IN NORTH WESTERN STATES, NIGERIA

Manir JEGA^*, Abdullahi HUSSAINI

The study investigated the Information needs and access channels by Almajirai for SocioeconomicEmpowerment in North-Western States, Nigeria. Objectives included identifying the types of informationneeded by the Almajirai for socioeconomic empowerment in North Western States, Nigeria, and identifyingsources through which Almajirai access information for socioeconomic empowerment in North Western St...

Oct, 2025 pp. 34-40

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2025.a9eplboe

CURRICULUM IMPERATIVE THROUGH VOCATIONAL TRAINING FOR OUT-OF-SCHOOL CHILDREN

Suleiman Aishatu UMAR^*, Dauda YAHAYA

This paper explores the necessity of a curriculum imperative through vocational training for out-of-schoolchildren, emphasising its role in equipping them with practical skills for self-sufficiency and economicempowerment. Millions of children worldwide lack access to formal education, limiting their opportunities foremployment and sustainable livelihoods. Integrating vocational training into non-...

Oct, 2025 pp. 27-33

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2025.hd84hhet

KNOWLEDGE SHARING FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF TEACHING ACTIVITIES IN NIGERIAN TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS: A CASE STUDY OF KADUNA POLYTECHNIC

Kabiru ALIYU^*, Aishat Mukhtar KURABAU, Isah TSALHA

The study investigated Knowledge sharing for improving teaching activities in Nigerian Tertiary institutions: Acase study of Kaduna Polytechnic. The objectives of the study were to: identify the types of knowledge sharedamong Academic staff for the improvement of teaching activities in Kaduna Polytechnic; determine howKnowledge is shared among Academic Staff for the improvement of teaching activit...

Oct, 2025 pp. 17-26

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2025.q30ydgbi

EFFECTS OF KINESTHETIC-LEARNING STRATEGY ON ATTITUDE IN ECOLOGY AMONG IMPULSIVE AND REFLECTIVE SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS, GIWA ZONE, KADUNA STATE: IMPLICATIONS FOR OUT-OFSCHOOL CHILDREN

A. S. Umar^*, M. A. Lakpini, F. K. Lawal

This paper examines the effects of the Kinesthetic-learning strategy on attitude among impulsive and reflectivestudents and its implications for out-of-school children in Giwa education zone, Kaduna State. The studyinvestigated how the use of kinesthetic-learning strategies influences students’ attitudes across differentcognitive styles, specifically impulsive and reflective learners, and explores...

Oct, 2025 pp. 81-88

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2025.ijhi9b2z

SOCIAL NETWORKING AS A SOURCE OF LITERACY DEVELOPMENT AMONG OUT-OF-SCHOOL CHILDREN IN NIGERIA

Jamilu SANI^*, Sadiq MOHAMMAD,, Umma Jummai ZAKAR, Abdullahi Muhammad JIBRIL

This paper investigated the impacts of social networking as a source of literacy development among out-ofschoolchildren in Nigeria. In doing this, literature relevant to out-of-school children in Nigeria and socialnetworking was reviewed, within which the essence of the present investigation was underpinned. Again,reasons were advanced concerning the increasing out-of-school population in Nigeria....

Jun, 2025 pp. 9-16

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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jerd.2025.z1v2f7tt

EFFECTS OF INDIVIDUALISED INSTRUCTIONS ON STUDENTS’ PERFORMANCE IN HAUSA LANGUAGE IN SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN KADUNA STATE, NIGERIA

Saudatu YAHAYA^*, Hauwa ADAMU

Despite Hausa being a widely spoken indigenous language, students' performance in the subject has remainedpoor, largely due to conventional, teacher-centred teaching methods that limit engagement and comprehension.This study investigated the effects of individualised instruction on students' academic performance in the Hausalanguage in senior secondary schools in Kaduna State, Nigeria. The study a...

Jun, 2025 pp. 1-8