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_ABSTRACT_ _This research study examined “Morphological and Syntactical Errors in essay writing among Senior Secondary School Students in Okehi Local Government Area, Kogi State”. Five (5) research questions were raised to guide the study. The study adopted descriptive survey design. One hundred (100) teachers from 5 randomly selected secondary schools were drawn as sample used for the study. The data for the study was collected using a well – structured questionnaire. The data obtained through the procedure was analyzed using statistical tools like frequency and percentage. The finding shows that mother tongue significantly hinders the acquisition of English morphology, as students tend to apply the grammatical rules of their native language to English. It also reveals that prepositional errors are common among secondary school students, highlighting the need for targeted instruction in this area. It was also discovered that the differences in the syntactic structures of Ebira and English languages can lead to significant difficulties for students, as they often apply their native language rules to English. The findings also reveals that error analysis is a way to look at the mistakes that students make when learning a new language and also emphasizes that students often transfer structures from their L1 into their L2 writing, leading to both morphological and syntactical errors. In the view of the findings, the study recommends implementing professional development programs to equip teachers with strategies for addressing common language errors and managing the influence of mother tongue interference. The English language curriculum should be designed to include exercise and activities that specifically target grammatical errors, ensuring frequent practice and reinforcement. Additionally, parental and community involvement should be encouraged to support students’ language learning by promoting reading habits and providing access to English language resources._

ABSTRACT This study assesseS the effect of tax revenue on infrastructural development of Nigeria. Petroleum profit tax, company income tax, value added and custom and excise duties tax were used to proxy tax revenue, while capital expenditure was used to measure economic growth for a period of twenty seven years spanning from 1995 to 2021. Based on the objectives of the study, four hypotheses were formulated. Ex- Post facto research design was adopted. The time series data were obtained from Federal Ministry of Finance, Federal Inland Revenue Services, Central Bank of Nigeria, National Bureau of Statistics and the World Bank Publications. As a preliminary step in testing, the study employed the Augmented Dickey Fully Unit root test to confirm the order of integration of the time series variables. The study employed descriptive statistics and inferential statistics using Pearson correlation and Ordinary Least Square (OLS) regression analysis. The specific findings showed that: Petroleum profit tax has a significant and positive effect on capital expenditure of Nigeria (B= 0.481341; p-value = 0.0060 < 0.05); Company income tax has a significant and positive effect on capital expenditure (B2=0.602013; p-value = 0.0000 0.05); Value Added Tax has a significant and positive effect on capital expenditure (B3= 1.155875; p-value = 0.0000 0.05); Customs and excise duty has a significant and positive effect on capital expenditure (B4= 1.530929; p-value = 0.0000 < 0.05) of Nigeria at 5% level of significance respectively. It was recommended that Government should put in place adequate measure to ensure that revenue generated from tax is effectively utilized to develop and grow the economy

This study examined the impact of a 30-minute radio programme on cultural diversity among students of Kaduna Polytechnic. The aim was to determine how a focused media broadcast could influence students’ awareness, attitudes, and willingness to interact with peers from different cultural backgrounds. A mixed-methods research design was adopted, involving the use of pre-programme and post-programme questionnaires, focus group discussions, and interviews. A total of 280 students participated in the survey, while selected students and radio personnel took part in qualitative sessions. Findings from the study revealed that although students recognized the presence of cultural diversity on campus, many still primarily associated with individuals from similar ethnic or linguistic backgrounds. After listening to the broadcast, students demonstrated improved appreciation for cultural differences, reduced stereotypes, and increased openness toward intercultural communication and collaboration. The programme’s use of personal stories, interviews, and culturally diverse music played a key role in promoting emotional connection and understanding. The study concludes that radio is an effective medium for promoting unity, tolerance, and positive cultural interaction in tertiary institutions. It recommends regular cultural awareness broadcasts, active student involvement, collaboration with cultural associations, and continuous monitoring of programme impact to sustain long-term intercultural harmony among students.

This study reviews the impact of teamwork on productivity using the Nigerian postal service (NIPOST) as a case study which faces challenges in harnessing the potential to improve productivity. The study aim to assess the impact of teamwork practices on organizational productivity like employees morale, job satisfaction and turnover intention in NIPOST. In carrying out this research study, primary and secondary sources of data collection were employed, while simple percentages was used to analyze the data collected through the administration of questionnaire from a sample of NIPOST, Akpakpava branch, Benin city, Edo State. Also, in carrying out the research, three research questions were adopted and two hypothesis were formulated. Findings revealed that effective teamwork has a strong positive relationship with increased organizational productivity particularly in promoting collaboration among team members, communication and mutual support to achieve goals and meet performance targets. The study concluded that fostering effective teamwork is crucial for NIPOST's modernization and competitiveness. Recommendations include investing in training to enhance communication and collaboration skills, motivation such as holiday retreats, increased salaries, recognizing efforts, promotion and implementing supportive technology to empower teams. This research highlights the importance of teamwork in improving NIPOST operational performance and adapting to the evolving demands of the postal sector.

Abstract The research project focuses on Impact of Broadcast Media on Economy and Social Lives among Rural People with free Community. The ability lo reads widely disperse audience simultaneously gave the broadcast media comparative advantage over other media more desirable of immediacy that make broadcast media more desirable and attractive to audience. Mass media ensure that rural people are seldom and involved in process of decision making and policy formulation process as impeded their socio-economic development. The study was anchored on agenda setting theory and social responsibility theory. The research adopted survey research method to examine the impact of broadcast media on economy and social lives Iree community. 150 copies of questionnaire was administered among the selected respondents in and 138 copies was recovered upon which analysis was made. The study revealed that broadcast media have significant role to play in enhancing the social and economic lives of the rural dwellers because majority of the people in rural area can neither read nor write. The study therefore recommends that broadcast media should design programmes that are locally oriented and suit the need of the grassroots people especially one that will boost their economic and social live generally. Keywords : Impact, Social Media, Economy, Social Lives, Rural People.

ABSTRACT This study investigated the bacteriological quality of Festin Sachet tomato sold within Sokoto metropolis to assess their safety for human consumption. Festin Sachet tomato Sample were collected from different retail outlets across various locations in the metropolis using standard sampling techniques. The samples were analyzed for total bacterial count, presence of pathogenic bacteria, and conformity to microbiological standards using standard microbiological methods. Results revealed the presence of bacterial species including Bacillus spp and Staphylococcus aureus. The total bacterial counts ranged from 2.1x103 cfu/g to 2.6x103 cfu/g. The bacterial loads in the samples exceeded the acceptable limits established by regulatory standards. The study indicates the need for improved manufacturing practices, better storage conditions, and stricter regulatory oversight to ensure the safety of sachet tomato for consumers. Regular monitoring and implementation of proper hygiene practices during production, transportation, and storage are recommended to minimize bacterial contamination and protect public health.

ABSTRACT Spent engine oil degrading microorganisms has recently gained interest in the industrial sector for the purpose of producing biodetergent which serves as an alternative to other harmful surfactant which possess hazardous effect on humans and the environment. In this present study, an investigation was carried out on the presence of bacterial and fungal strains that have the ability to degrade spent engine oil as their main source of carbon. A total of three (3) different environmental samples were collected from three (3) different locations within Ikwo Local Government Area Ebonyi State and screened for the presence of degrading microbial species. Bacterial and fungal isolates were obtained using Mineral Salt Agar and Potatoes Dextrose Agar respectively. Isolates were further screened on Potatoes Dextrose Agar, resulting in the selection of sixteen (16) isolates based on their appearance on the culture media after incubation. Total viable counts of microorganisms in the samples ranges from 1.5× 10¹ (highest count) and 1.0 × 10¹ (lowest count) for the bacterial isolates and 2.2 ×10³ (highest count) 5.6× 10² (lowest count) for the fungal isolates. The ability of these isolates to degrade spent engine oil was determined using the gravimetric analysis method. From the morphological and biochemical tests taken, it was suspected that the bacterial isolate ( SA1, SA2, SB4 and SC3) as Bacillus sp.,(SA3, SB1, SC4) as Escherichia coli sp., (SA4) as Klebsiella sp., (SB2, SC2) as Staphylococcus sp., and (SB3 and SC1) as Pseudomonas sp.,while the fungal isolates (SA5, SA6, SB5, SB6) were suspected Aspergillus sp., and (SC6) Rhizopus sp. Isolated microorganisms can further be cultivated in a bioreactor to produce enyme which is purified, lyophilized and introduced during the manufacturing of biodetergents, which can help reduce the environmental and human health issues that have been induced by chemically used laundry detergent. Keywords: Screening, isolation, characterization, Spent Oil degrading microorganisms, Biodetergents.

The rapid evolution of cyber threats has heightened the need for robust Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) solutions capable of effective detection and response. This study performs a comparative analysis of three open-source SIEM platforms; Wazuh, Graylog, and the ELK Stack focusing on their capabilities in detecting and responding to simulated cyber-attacks, including brute force, data exfiltration, malware infection, port scanning, and SQL injection. Each platform was deployed in a controlled environment, and attack simulations were conducted to generate realistic threat scenarios. Key metrics, such as detection accuracy, false positives, resource utilization, and system efficiency, were employed to evaluate performance. The results reveal that Wazuh demonstrated superior compliance and regulatory capabilities, excelling in anomaly detection with fewer false positives. Graylog offered unparalleled ease of integration and real-time log management, effectively detecting threats through its centralized dashboard. The ELK Stack exhibited exceptional capacity to handle large volumes of data logs and provided detailed visualization and analysis tools. This analysis highlights the distinct strengths and limitations of each SIEM platform. Wazuh is recommended for organizations prioritizing compliance and advanced anomaly detection, Graylog for those requiring efficient log management and user-friendly interfaces, and the ELK Stack for enterprises focusing on comprehensive data processing and insightful analytics. This research provides actionable insights for organizations to select a SIEM solution tailored to their specific cyber security requirements, fostering enhanced threat detection and incident response mechanisms.