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Application of Hazard Quotient (HQ) for the Assessment of Potential Health Risk of Groundwater Users around Uyo Main Dumpsite

S. A. Nta, M. J. Ayotamuno, A. H. Igoni, R. N. Okparanma & I. J. Udom · Asian Journal of Advanced Research and Reports · 2020

The present work aims at assessing the hazard quotient (HQ) in the groundwater samples collected around Uyo main refuse dumpsite. For calculating the HQ, 17 parameters, namely, temperature, pH, TDS, TSS, BOD, COD, nitrate, Cu, Ni, Pb, Cd, Cl, total phosphate, sulfate, EC, DO and...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajarr/2020/v14i130321

A Study of Similarities between Some Biblical and Qur’anic Verses

Muhammad Umar, Alhaji Musa. T. & Ahmad B. · Asian Journal of Advanced Research and Reports · 2020

Allah the mighty in power and mercy who sent Messengers and prophets in order to call and guide mankind to the right path, Prophets and Messengers were sent to different generations and nations except Muhammad (saw) who was sent to all mankind including Jins, they have different...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajarr/2020/v14i130320

Standardization of Nagaraja Guliya; A Sri Lankan Traditional Formula Used in Poisons of Animal Origin (Jangama Visha)

J. H. K. Eshwara, R. D. H. Kulathunga & E. D. T. P. Gunarathna · Asian Journal of Advanced Research and Reports · 2020

Sri Lanka has unique heritage of own medical system handed down from generation to another over a period of 3,000 years.  Native medical practitioners in different disciplines are inherited within a family tradition and their treatments are still effective and accepted by the Sri...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajarr/2020/v13i430317

Resource Use Efficiency among Maize Farmers in Lere Local Government Area of Kaduna State, Nigeria

O. S. Aasa, R. Suleiman, U. U. Emeghara, U. F. Yahaya, O. E. Olagunju, N. E. Onwuegbunam, R. Akanni- John, L. Ganiyu, S. Omodona & O. Olukotun · Asian Journal of Advanced Research and Reports · 2020

This study was carried out to analyzed the resource-use efficiency of maize production in Lere local government area of Kaduna state. Data were collected from a sample of 100 maize farmers selected through multi-stage sampling procedure using questionnaire and data collected were...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajarr/2020/v14i130319

Hepatitis E Virus among Animal Handlers and Non-Animal Handlers in Osun State, Nigeria

I. R. Gidado, F. A. Osundare, I. O. Okonko & O. O. Opaleye · Asian Journal of Advanced Research and Reports · 2020

Aim: Increase in the epidemiological information is important for effective control of hepatitis E virus (HEV). This study was conducted to determine the prevalence of HEV among butchers, pig handlers and non-animal handlers in Osun State, Nigeria. Study Design: Cross-sectional s...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajarr/2020/v13i430316

Exploring Urban Dietary Pattern in Nigerian Households: A Case for Nutrient Adequacy

Adesola Adebola, Ikudayisi · Asian Journal of Advanced Research and Reports · 2020

Aims: To identify dietary patterns of urban households in Southwest, Nigeria and explore their links with nutrients adequacy. Study Design: Cross sectional household-level data from two urban locations selected through a multistage random sampling procedure in southwest Nigeria w...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajarr/2020/v13i430315

Building Design Team Communication: Implications for Project Success in Nigeria

Ayodele Emmanuel Ikudayisi & Akugbe Collins Oviasogie · Asian Journal of Advanced Research and Reports · 2020

Within building design team, communication has increasingly become multifaceted. Yet, despite the fast increasing communication modes and the introduction of design tools, most projects are still delivered below expectations. This study investigated the implication of design team...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajarr/2020/v13i430313

Urban Growth Influence on Land Cover Dynamics across Obio/Akpor Port Harcourt, Nigeria

Mark Ogoro, Eze Allen Uche & Dollah Osademe Chukwudi · Asian Journal of Advanced Research and Reports · 2020

The study examined urban growth and land cover dynamics across Obio/Akpor, Local Government Area Rivers State. Landsat images were derived for the period of 1986 which was regarded as the base year, 2010 and 2018. The images were imported and analyzed using the spatial analysis t...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajarr/2020/v13i430312

Illegal Oil Bunkering Hotspots, Its Implication on Vegetal Depletion in Delta State, Nigeria

Ogoro Mark, Onyeanusi Obianuju Divine & Eze Allen Uche · Asian Journal of Advanced Research and Reports · 2020

The study assessed facilities-based activities of illegal oil bunkering and its spatial trend, hotspots across Delta state. Secondary data was obtained from Landsat imageries of 2013 and 2018, National Oil Spill Monitor and National Oil Spill Detection and Response Agency (NOSDRA...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajarr/2020/v13i330311

Environmental Health Problems in Displacement: A Case Study of Internally Displaced Persons (IDPS) in Maiduguri Camps Borno State, Nigeria

Enyojo S. Okwute, Augusta O. Okwute & Jacob D. Ibrahim · Asian Journal of Advanced Research and Reports · 2020

The study assessed the environmental health problems of internally displaced persons in Maiduguri camps. The study covered three selected IDPs camps in Maiduguri. The objective of the study was to determine the condition of Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) camps in Maiduguri o...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajarr/2020/v13i330310

Effect of Monetary Policy on Financial Intermediation in Nigeria

Chukwu, Kenechukwu Origin & Ogbonnaya-Udo, Nneka · Asian Journal of Advanced Research and Reports · 2020

The study examined the effect of monetary policy on financial intermediation in Nigeria. Secondary data were collected from Central Bank of Nigeria statistical bulletin spanning from 1988 to 2018.The research work selected Nigeria as its sample and used the VECM to test the effec...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajarr/2020/v13i330309

Social Media and Risky Sexual Practices among Undergraduate Students in a Private University in Southern Nigeria

Chinomnso C. Nnebue, Chukwuma B. Duru, Kelechukwu C. Uzoh, Blessing E. Udocor, Sulyat T. Salaudeen & Precious C. Okonkwo · Asian Journal of Advanced Research and Reports · 2020

Background: Social networking has become integral to the intellectual, emotional and social lives of the young. The often-unrestricted access to sexually explicit content on the social media and associated adverse sexual health among this group, constitute key outcomes in public...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajarr/2020/v13i330308

Assessment of Municipal Solid Waste Management Practices in Akure, Ondo State, Nigeria

Oladapo Michael Ogungbade, Butu William Ali, Abdulganiyu Oriola Kilani, Gbenga John Oladehinde & Tolulope Joy Akeju · Asian Journal of Advanced Research and Reports · 2020

Rapid urbanization and uncontrolled population growth in the city of Akure create a huge generation of municipal solid waste (MSW) and waste management authority has not been able to manage it properly. This has led to inefficient waste collection methods, insufficient coverage o...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajarr/2020/v13i330307

Increased BMI and Waist Circumference are Related to Increased DNA Damage in Women with Overweight and Metabolic Syndrome

Lidiana de Camargo Talon, Ana Paula Costa Rodrigues Ferraz, Damiana Tortolero Pierine, Igor Otávio Minatel, Jéssica Leite Garcia, Vânia dos Santos Nunes- Nogueira, Artur Junio Togneri Ferron, Klinsmann Carolo dos Santos, Fabiane Valentini Francisqueti- Ferron & Camila Renata Corrêa · Asian Journal of Advanced Research and Reports · 2020

Aims: To test if the level of oxidative stress is different in women with overweight and with metabolic syndrome. Study Design:  Cross- sectional. Place and Duration of Study: Endocrinology Clinic of the Botucatu Medical School- UNESP, between March 2013 and March 2014. Methodolo...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajarr/2020/v13i230306

Study the Seed and Oil Yield Stability of Sunflower Hybrids across Environments

M. A. Ahmed, Kh. A. Morad, M. A. Attia & Zeinab E. Ghareeb · Asian Journal of Advanced Research and Reports · 2020

Aims: This study was conducted to investigate the nature of genotypes-environments interaction (GEI) and identify the most stable sunflower hybrids that can give high seed yield with high oil yield under a wide range of environmental conditions in Egypt. Place and Duration of Stu...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajarr/2020/v13i230305