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Rainfall in the Nigerian Guinea Savannah has become less predictable in onset and distribution over the past fifteen years, with consequences for rain-fed smallholder agriculture. This study examines the relationship between intra-seasonal rainfall variability and maize yields across four states between 2010 and 2024. Daily rainfall records from twelve stations were combined with plot-level yield returns from 480 smallholder farms. We find that total seasonal rainfall is a weak predictor of yield, while the length of the longest dry spell during the tasselling window explains a substantially larger share of the variation. Farms that adjusted planting dates in response to observed onset recorded smaller losses than those planting on fixed calendar dates. The findings suggest that advisory services should prioritise dry-spell forecasting and flexible planting guidance over seasonal rainfall totals alone

The African Journal of Education, Technology and Development (AJETD) is a peer-reviewed scholarly journal established to advance research, policy dialogue, and professional practice at the intersection of education, technology, innovation, and sustainable development in Africa. The journal provides a platform for researchers, academics, policymakers, practitioners, and industry experts to publish high-quality original research, reviews, case studies, and policy analyses that contribute to improving educational systems and institutional performance. Its primary objectives are to: Promote evidence-based research in education and digital innovation. Disseminate knowledge that supports educational policy and institutional development. Encourage interdisciplinary collaboration among researchers across Africa and beyond. Showcase emerging technologies and best practices applicable to education and public sector development. Foster academic excellence through rigorous peer review and ethical publishing standards.

Journal of Global Environmental History (JGEH) — Publishes historical research on interactions between human societies and the natural environment across time periods and world regions, including climate history, ecological exchange, and environmental policy history.

Journal of Gender, Family, and Social Policy (JGFSP) — Publishes research on gender, family structure, and the social policies shaping care work, labor, and inequality, welcoming interdisciplinary work on intersectional inequality and family policy.

West African Journal of Digital Innovation and Applied Research (WAJDIAR) is a multidisciplinary academic journal dedicated to research, innovation, and practical developments in digital technology and information systems. The journal provides a platform for researchers, academics, technology professionals, and postgraduate scholars to publish original research and applied studies addressing emerging technological challenges and opportunities in West Africa and the wider global community.

Journal of Applied Ethics and Public Policy (JAEPP) — Publishes philosophical research on ethical questions in public policy, technology, medicine, and professional practice, spanning bioethics, technology ethics, distributive justice, and professional ethics.

The Journal of Sustainable Urban Design and Development is an interdisciplinary academic journal dedicated to research, scholarship, and critical discussion on sustainable urban development and the future of cities. The journal publishes scholarly work addressing innovative approaches to urban planning, sustainable architecture, green infrastructure, climate resilience, smart cities, sustainable transportation, renewable energy, environmental management, and inclusive urban development. It aims to provide a platform for researchers, academics, planners, architects, policymakers, and other professionals to share knowledge and contribute to the development of resilient, environmentally responsible, and socially inclusive urban environments.

The Journal of Sustainable Agriculture and Environmental Systems (JSAES) is a peer-reviewed academic journal dedicated to research in sustainable agriculture, environmental management, food security, natural resource conservation, and agricultural innovation. The journal provides a platform for researchers, agricultural professionals, environmental scientists, policymakers, and development practitioners to share evidence-based research addressing agricultural and environmental challenges. The journal places particular emphasis on research relevant to Africa and other regions experiencing challenges related to climate change, food security, environmental degradation, sustainable resource management, and agricultural development.