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Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a global public health concern, especially in developing nations <br><br><br><br> where antibiotic use in agriculture and aquaculture is often unregulated. This study investigated <br><br><br><br> the antibiotic susceptibility patterns of Enterobacter cloacae and Pseudomonas fluorescens<br><br><br><br> isolated from earthen pond waters in Eriwe Village, Ijebu Ode, Ogun State, Nigeria. Standard <br><br><br><br> Microbiological procedures, including serial dilution, biochemical tests, and antibiotics <br><br><br><br> susceptibility tests, were used to isolate, identify, and test the susceptibility of bacterial strains. <br><br><br><br> Results indicated varying degrees of resistance across tested antibiotics, with both isolates showing <br><br><br><br> high resistance to multiple classes, including cephalosporins and beta-lactams. These findings <br><br><br><br> align with global concerns regarding the emergence of multi-drug-resistant organisms in <br><br><br><br> aquaculture environments. The study underscores the urgent need for responsible antibiotic usage, <br><br><br><br> improved waste management, and continuous surveillance of antimicrobial resistance in <br><br><br><br> environmental settings.

The statistical analysis of inflation and deflation patterns in Nigeria's economy from 2009 to 2023 is presented in this paper, with a particular emphasis on important industries and sectors like services, industry, and agriculture. Using multiple regression models to evaluate their influence on inflationary or deflationary pressures, the research attempts to investigate the relationship between these sectors and their contributions to GDP. The results show notable inflationary trends, with price rises in the services and agriculture sectors outpacing those in the manufacturing sector. The report also emphasizes how crucial sound monetary policy is for containing inflation and fostering economic stability. The National Bureau of Statistics is one of the primary data sources used in the research, which forecasts future inflationary patterns and informs policy suggestions for sustainable economic growth through the use of time series and regression techniques. This study adds to our understanding of Nigeria's economic volatility and offers stakeholders and policymakers new perspectives.

Green Human Resource Management (GHRM) has emerged as a strategic approach to integrating environmentally sustainable practices within organizational policies and procedures, aiming to reduce ecological footprints while enhancing organizational effectiveness. The objective of the study is to examine the effect of green human resources management practices on stakeholders' engagement in Multinational oil companies. To achieve this, the specific objectives to guide this research were to; (i)Determine the effect of green recruitment and selection on stakeholders' engagement in Multinational oil companies. (ii), Evaluate the effect of green training and development on stakeholders' engagement in Multinational oil companies. (iii)Examine the impact of green reward system on stakeholders' engagement in Multinational oil companies. In this study, simple random sampling techniques were used to ensure an unbiased selection of participants. The sample size was determined using Taro Yamane’s formula, which provided a scientifically valid number of respondents for the research. For inferential statistics, Partial Least Squares (PLS) was employed, integrating factor analysis and regression analysis while also providing a path and structural analysis of the data. Hypotheses were tested using Pearson moment of correlation to examine the cause-and-effect relationship between the variables. This analysis was conducted using SPSS version. The correlation coefficient of (0.96) and the (+1) value revealed a positive significant relationship between the independent and dependent variable. This implies that a unit increase in the level of green recruitment and selection will cause a 13% increase in the engagement levels of organizational performance of the multinational oil companies at 0.05 level of significance. In addition, the N value showed that the total respondents for the study was 198 people. The findings consistently demonstrated that green recruitment and selection, green training and development, and green reward systems each had a positive and significant impact on stakeholder engagement. These results highlighted the critical role that environmentally conscious HR practices play in strengthening stakeholder involvement, support, and trust.

Soil-transmitted helminths (STHs) are parasitic worms present in soil contaminated by human faeces, causing infections through ingestion or skin contact. This study was a cross-sectional design that assessed the prevalence, intensity, and risk factors associated with STH infections among school-aged children in Port Harcourt, Nigeria. Ethical approval and informed consent were sought and obtained before collecting fecal samples from 150 participants. Sampling technique used was stratified simple random sampling technique. The samples were examined using direct microscopy, formol-ether concentration, and Kato-Katz techniques. Sociodemographic and risk factor data were collected through structured questionnaires, and SPSS was used for data analysis, using descriptive cross tabs and chi square analytical tools. Results showed that 45.3% of the fecal samples were positive for STHs. Ascaris lumbricoides being the most commonly detected in 64.6% of positive cases. Most infections were of light intensity, with no high-intensity cases observed. Specifically, 85.1% of Ascaris lumbricoides infections were of light intensity, and 14.9% were of moderate intensity, with mean (SE) egg counts of 355.31(±21.93) and 1409(±0.967), respectively. Age, sex, and educational status did not significantly impact prevalence or intensity with p values of p=0.232, p=0.241, p=0.101 respectively, but poor personal hygiene was a significant risk factor (p = 0.013). The study underscores the need for enhanced awareness, improved diagnostic methods, and better sanitation practices to curb the spread of STH infections.

ỤMỊ<br><br> Ọrụ nchọcha a mere ngụgharị iduuazị Anụ gbaa ajọ ọsọ na A chọwa isi ọchụ nke Chinedum Ọfọmata dere. Ebumnuche ya bụ ịchọpụta nghọta nkịtị e nwere gbasara isi agwa ndị nọ n’iduuazị ndị a họọrọ, ọzọ kwa bụ inyocha ụzọ e nwere ike isi gbaghaa nghọta e nwere gbasara isi agwa nọ n’iduuazị ndị a họọrọ nakwa ịmata mpụtara nke a dịka o si metụta obibi ndụ ndị Igbo. Ọrụ nchọcha a mere nke a site n’iji atụtụ Dịkọnstrọkshọn nke Jacques Derrida chepụtara. O ji usoro ‘agụm-ugbo-abụọ’ ma mee ngụgharị ya bụ iduuazị. A chọpụtara na ọtụtụ akparamagwa isi agwa ndị nọ n’iduuazị ndị ahụ sitere na nne na nna ha. A chọpụtakwara na mmadụ ịnọ nkịtị bụ ihe jọgburu onwe ya. Nke a na-eme ka mmadụ na-eche echiche dị iche iche nke nwere ike ime ka mmadụ banye ịkpa agwa ọjọọ. Nke a pụtara ihe na nchọcha a maka na isi agwa abụọ a e lebara anya bụ ndị ngana. Ha achọghị ịrụ ọrụ kama izu nke mmadụ kaara ha mma. A chọpụtakwara na mmadụ inwe afọ ojuju dị mma. Ọ bụ enweghị afọ ojuju kpatara ohi dị iche iche nke Ikpendụ na Chigọzie zuru. Afọ ojuju na-eme ka mmadụ sepụ anya n'ihe abụghị nke ya. Mgbe mmadụ nwere afọ ojuju, ihe abụghị nke ya agaghị amasị ya. Onye nwere afọ ojuju anaghị enwe mmasị n'ihe onye ọzọ. Ọnọdụ dị etu a na-ebelata izu ohi na akparamagwa ndị ọzọ dị aṅaa. Ọ bụrụ na Ọgọnna jiiri ehihie chụwa ewu ojii, ọdachi dakwasịrị ya bụ nke ọ kaara ịgbalahụ. Azụghị nwa nke ọma na-ebute ọtụtụ ọghọm nye nwa ahụ nakwa nne na nna ya oge o topuru.

Abstract<br> <br> SYNOPSIS Title: How Kaduna Polytechnic promotes cultural diversity refers to the existence of diverse cultural identities, values, beliefs, customs, languages, and practices within a community, organization, or society. It encompasses the differences and similarities among people from various cultural backgrounds. Cultural diversity in Kaduna Polytechnic is something to look at, because of how helpful it has been in promoting cultures in Kaduna Polytechnic. This abstract provides an overview of how Kaduna Polytechnic promotes cultural diversity in the institution and Nigeria, Highlighting it's key effects such as promoting academic performance, conflicts resolutions as well as communal Living. Brief overview of Kaduna Polytechnic history and commitment to cultural diversity Host introduction and explanation of the documentary's focuses - Interviews with students and staff involved in cultural programs - Discussions on how these programs foster cross-cultural understanding and friendships - Showcase of Kaduna polytechnic various cultural events, festivals, and performances - Interviews with Tribal chiefs on campus - Discussions on challenges faced by international students and staff - Exploration of opportunities for growth and improvement Conclusion - Recap of Kaduna Polytechnic's commitment to cultural diversity - Final thoughts from the host and guests The Methodology employed is interview which is qualitative means of gathering data.

ABSTRACT<br> This study was designed to examine the effect of multiple taxation on the Turnover of small and Medium Scale Enterprises. The objective of the study is to examine the relationship between multiple taxation and SMEs in NAO supermarket. This study survey research design. The population of study comprises of 33 Employee of staff operating in NAO Supermarket Ado- Ekiti, Ekiti State. the researcher used primary data. The secondary data was obtained from the annual audited report of NAO Supermarket Ado- Ekiti, Ekiti State. findings indicate that multiple taxation significantly raises the overall operating costs for businesses in NAO Supermarket, adversely affecting the profit margins of SMEs. It also hampers the growth potential of these businesses by limiting their ability to expand operations. Frequent tax payments discourage further investment in SME development within the supermarket. Based on conclusion, Multiple taxation has a profound and adverse effect on the survival and growth of SMEs in NAO Supermarket. The findings indicate that the high tax burden significantly increases the overall cost of doing business, which in turn reduces profit margins and limits the ability of these businesses to expand. Therefore, the study recommendations, government should review and streamline the existing tax system to reduce the number of taxes imposed on SMEs. Consolidating multiple taxes into a single, more manageable tax could help ease the financial burden on these businesses and simplify compliance, enabling SMEs to allocate more resources toward growth and development.

This study explores the comparative language attitudes among university students at Ekiti<br><br> State University (EKSU) and Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE). Language attitudes,<br><br> defined as the perceptions, beliefs, and behaviors individuals hold toward specific<br><br> languages or dialects, play a significant role in shaping communication, academic<br><br> performance, and social cohesion within educational environments. The research<br><br> investigates students' preferences for indigenous and foreign languages, the factors<br><br> influencing their language choices, and the perceived socio-economic and academic<br><br> advantages tied to language use.<br><br> A mixed-methods approach was adopted, combining quantitative surveys and qualitative interviews to capture the nuanced perspectives of the participants. The findings reveal<br><br> notable similarities and differences in language attitudes between the two institutions, shedding light on the cultural and academic implications of language preferences.<br><br> This study contributes to the ongoing discourse on language policy, education, and cultural identity in Nigeria, offering recommendations to foster inclusive and effective language<br><br> practices in higher education.