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Analyzing the effects of ICT infrastructure adoption on agricultural output in Nigeria: an error correction model approach
(Technoscience Journal for Community Development in Africa, 2025) Olatunji Yusuf Ambali; Yah-ya Ibrahim Abubakar; Zainab Tope Saka; Mariam Ajoke Ibrahim; Ololade Latifat Abdulrahman
This study examined the effects of ICT infrastructure adoption on agricultural output in Nigeria. Annual data on fixed telephone subscriptions, mobile phone subscriptions, internet usage, ICT goods import and some production variables spanning from 1994 to 2023 were used for the study. The unit root test of stationarity of each variable was obtained using the Augmented Dickey–Fuller (ADF) while the existence of long-run and short-run relationship among the variables was established using Engle and Granger 2-step approach. The ADF results revealed that all variables were integrated order of one I(1) and the error term of the long-run regression was stationary at level . Then, we implemented error correction model (ECM) to examine the short-run relationship between agricultural output and the ICT variables under consideration. The overall estimated result showed a significant long-run relationship between agricultural output and mobile phone subscriptions (=0.027), internet usage (=2.593), ICT goods import (=2.357), and short-run significant relationship with only ICT goods import (ϕ=0.996) and mobile phone subscriptions (ϕ=0.160). Fixed telephone did not have significant influence on agricultural output both in the short-term and long-term. The study suggests implementation of policies that will improve the existing level of ICT facilities for enhancement of more agricultural output.
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EFFECT OF HOME-BASED AEROBIC EXERCISE ON BODY COMPOSITION INDICES OF MARRIED FEMALES IN NORTH-CENTRALNIGERIA
(Department of Early Childhood and Primary Education, 2026-03-29) Halimat I’ya ISMAIL-ORIRE1, Ibrahim Laro ABUBAKAR2, Mujib ALABIDUN3, Dr Ayobami Kazeem OLAOYE4
Obesity and central adiposity are major health concerns among married women in Nigeria, North-Central region is not without exceptions of sedentary lifestyles, limited fitness access, cultural expectations, and time constraints contribute to poor body composition. Home-based aerobic exercise offers a practical and affordable solution for women who cannot access structured fitness facilities, helping reduce fat mass and improve key indices such as Body Max Index, Waist Circumference, and Waist Hip Ratio. Despite its potential, evidence of the effectiveness of such programmes in this region is limited. This study examined the Effect of Home-Based Aerobic Exercise on Body Composition Indices of Married Females in the North-Central Geo-Political Zone of Nigeria. The study used a true experimental pre-test/posttest design with 444 participants from North-Central Nigeria. The experimental group completed a 12-week home-based exercise programme, while the control group continued with their daily activity. BMI, waist circumference, and waist– hip ratio were measured before and after the intervention to determine its impact. Demographic data were analyzed using frequency and percentage, research questions were addressed with mean and standard deviation, and hypotheses were tested using ANOVA.The results showed notable improvements following the intervention. BMI reduced from an obese-class baseline mean of 32.21 kg/m² to 30.72 kg/m², representing a 4.63% reduction. WC improved substantially, decreasing by 18.01% from 126.89 cm to 103.94 cm. Similarly, WHR showed a 2.22% reduction, from 0.91 to 0.88. Three-way ANOVA results revealed a significant within-subject effect of the exercise on BMI, F(1) = 140.879, p < 0.001. WC showed a significant main effect of the intervention, F(1) = 5.649, p < 0.018, and significant group differences, F(1) = 6.282, p < 0.022. WHR demonstrated significant improvements, with notable main and interaction effects across groups and states, F(1) = 88.073, p < 0.001; F(4, 280) = 2.102, p < 0.049, respectively. The findings indicate that home-based exercise is effective in improving body composition indices among married women. The significant reductions in BMI, WC, and WHR highlight the potential of accessible, low-cost home-based interventions for of localised obesity, improve cardiovascular health and lipid profile of the participants. The study, therefore, recommended advocacy for married females in North-Central participation in calisthenic exercise for optimal healthy addressing obesity-related health risks in Nigerian women. This implies that Calisthenic exercise improves the reduction
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EFFECT OF RELAXATION TECHNIQUESON INJURY REHABILITATION OUTCOMES OF ATHLETES IN NORTH-CENTRAL NIGERIA
(2026-03-26) Semiu ALASINRIN1 , Prof. Ibrahim Laro ABUBAKAR2, Mujib ALABIDUN3 , Ayobami Kazeem OLAOYE4
This study examined the effect of relaxation techniques on injury rehabilitation outcomes among injured athletes in North-Central Nigeria, while also assessing the moderating influence of gender and sports type. A quasi-experimental pre-test, post-test non-equivalent control group design was adopted, involving two groups: an experimental group (Niger State) exposed to relaxation techniques and a control group (Kwara State) that received a placebo intervention in the form of a personal hygiene guide. The population consisted of 39 injured athletes undergoing rehabilitation (Niger: 18; Kwara: 21).. A total enumeration sampling technique was used to include all athletes undergoing rehabilitation who met the inclusion criteria. The experimental group participated in an eight-week structured relaxation program incorporating progressive muscle relaxation, diaphragmatic breathing, guided imagery, and mindfulness meditation, while the control group attended parallel sessions on hygiene education. Data were collected using the Adapted Injury– Psychological Readiness to Return to Sport Scale (I-PRRS) and the Athlete Injury Rehabilitation Screening Checklist (AIR_SC), both with high reliability coefficients of 0.92 and 0.81, respectively. Data were analyzed using Analysis of Covariance (ANCOVA) at a 0.05 significance level. The results revealed a significant effect of relaxation techniques on injury rehabilitation outcomes (F = 91.86, p < 0.05, partial η² = 0.72), indicating strong intervention effectiveness. However, gender and sports type showed no significant interaction effects, suggesting the intervention’s universal applicability. It was concluded that relaxation techniques enhance psychological readiness and recovery across all athlete groups. The study recommends that coaches and sports psychologists integrate relaxation techniques into rehabilitation programs to promote holistic, efficient, and humane recovery among injured athletes.
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PERCEIVED FAIRNESS OF TAX INCENTIVES AND ITS EFFECT ON TAX ATTITUDES AMONG GIG WORKERS IN SOUTH-WEST NIGERIA
(International Journal of Education, Business and Economics Research, 2025) Prof. Mubaraq Sanni; Dr. Mustapha Abdulrasaq; Abdulrasheed Taiwo Abdullahi
The rapid growth of the gig economy has redefined labor markets, with freelance broadcasters emerging as significant contributors to Nigeria’s informal digital sector. However, tax compliance remains low among this group due to irregular earnings, limited awareness, and digital barriers. This study investigates how perceptions of tax incentive fairness influence tax compliance attitudes among gig workers in South-West Nigeria, focusing on freelance broadcasters and examining digital literacy as a moderating factor. Drawing from Rational Choice Theory and the Diffusion of Innovations Theory, the study adopts a quantitative research design, targeting 384 respondents comprising Internal Revenue Service (IRS) staff and freelance media professionals. Data was analyzed using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) indicates that perceived fairness exerts a significant positive influence on tax attitudes (β = 0.42, p < 0.001), and that digital literacy significantly moderates this effect (β = 0.19, p = 0.037). Results reveal that perceived fairness of tax incentives, such as flat-rate schemes and micro-deductions significantly affects compliance behavior. Furthermore, digital literacy positively moderates this relationship by improving understanding and usage of e-tax platforms. Normality and collinearity tests validated the dataset, while predictive relevance analysis showed the model explained 48.2% of the variance in tax compliance. The study recommends that tax authorities develop digital-friendly, gig-specific incentives, and integrate identity-linked benefits into formal tax platforms. Such strategies can improve compliance, build trust, and drive fiscal inclusion in Nigeria’s expanding gig economy.
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Climate finance, green technologies, energy transition and load capacity factor in MINTeconomies: assessing the environmental sustainability and validity of LCC hypothesis
(Technological Sustainability, 2025) Abdulkadri Toyin Alabi; Mustapha Abdulrasaq; Lukman Adebayo-Oke Abdulrauf2025
Abstract Purpose–Thisstudyaimstoevaluatetheinterplayofclimatefinance,greentechnologies,andenergytransition in shaping environmental sustainability within the MINT economies (Mexico, Indonesia, Nigeria, Turkey), using the load capacity factor (LCF) as a comprehensive ecological indicator. Design/methodology/approach– The study adopts the Cross-Sectionally Augmented Autoregressive Distributed Lag (CS-ARDL) approach, capturing periods from 2000 to 2021. The robustness of the findings is subsequently reinforced through the application of Common Correlated Effects Mean Group and Dynamic Common Correlated Effects Mean Group (DCCEMG) estimators. Findings– The results reveal that climate finance significantly enhances the LCF, affirming its role in promoting environmental sustainability through targeted investments in renewables. Energy transition exerts a short-termnegativeimpactonLCF,reflectingthe“transitionalparadox,”whererelianceonenergiestemporarily exacerbates ecologicalstrain. However,greentechnologiesshownostatisticallysignificanteffects,likely dueto fragmented adoption in MINT economies. Lastly, the study explores the U-shaped trajectory proposed by the LCC (load capacity curve) hypothesis and finds that it is not statistically validated for MINT economies. Practical implications– Climate finance should prioritize high-impact renewables over transitional fuels to accelerate long-term sustainability. Moreover, energy transition timelines must account for short-term ecological costs; for instance, MINT nations could pair gas flaring reduction with decentralized solar grids to mitigate transitional harm. Policymakers should consider implementing targeted financial instruments to channel investments into sectors with the highest environmental returns. Originality/value– This study introduces pioneering contributions to climate finance and sustainability research by developing a first-of-its-kind climate finance index, which captures the pragmatic energy transition strategies of emerging economies by integrating both renewable and transitional fuel investments. Keywords Climate finance, Energy transition, Green tech, Environmental quality Paper type Research article