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The influence of political and personal ideologies on objective reportage among journalists<br><br><br><br><br> in Abeokuta. This study investigated the influence of political and personal ideologies on<br><br><br><br><br> objective reportage among journalists in Abeokuta, Ogun State. Most reporters and<br><br><br><br><br> journalist allowed bias and their ethnic and religious sentiments to becloud their editorial<br><br><br><br><br> judgment in the reportage of daily events, This study ascertain the issue of journalistic<br><br><br><br><br> objectivity and how it is maintained or otherwise in journalism practice in Abeokuta. The<br><br><br><br><br> research design adopted for the study is survey, the population of the study comprised 120 of<br><br><br><br><br> registered, accredited and practicing journalist residents of Abeokuta, Ogun state. Using the<br><br><br><br><br> stratified random sampling technique, respondents were drawn from journalists in Abeokuta,<br><br><br><br><br> Ogun State. The type of sampling used is random sampling, the researchers adopted 120<br><br><br><br><br> registered journalists in Abeokuta serving as the population and sample size. Data were<br><br><br><br><br> collected using a structured questionnaire, while analyses were done using the chi-square.<br><br><br><br><br> Findings revealed that journalists often exhibit ideological biases that can influence their<br><br><br><br><br> reporting decisions and underscore the multifaceted challenges that hinder objective<br><br><br><br><br> reporting in journalism, particularly concerning the influence of political and personal<br><br><br><br><br> ideologies. The study concluded personal ideologies play a crucial role in how journalists<br><br><br><br><br> perceive and report news. Sensationalism can overshadow factual reporting, further fostering<br><br><br><br><br> a landscape where objectivity is challenged .it was recommended that Advocacy for stronger<br><br><br><br><br> protections for journalists against political pressure can create a more favorable<br><br><br><br><br> environment for objective reporting. Similarly Media organizations should invest in ongoing<br><br><br><br><br> training for journalists that emphasizes the importance of objectivity, ethics, and critical<br><br><br><br><br> thinking. Workshops focusing on recognizing and mitigating personal biases could be<br><br><br><br><br> particularly beneficial.

The purpose of the study was to investigate the influence of single parenting on the academic performance of secondary schools students based on social studies education. The study adopted the descriptive survey research design. The target population were junior secondary schools in Epe Local Government Lagos State. The total population was 100 made up of 46 males and 54 females. The questionnaire comprised 15 close-ended items. The researcher’s supervisors validated the instrument. Reliability was established with Cronbach alpha coefficient of 0.80 Data was analysed using frequencies, percentages and the independent sample t-test. All tests were determined at 0.05 significance levels. These findings align with studies by Pittman (2003) and Davis-Kean (2009), which highlight the role of socioeconomic stress and reduced parental involvement in shaping student outcomes. However, some scholars, such as Jallinoja (2010), argue that strong social support systems can mitigate these effects and foster. Again it was revealed that the main area of effects of single parenting on the academic work of pupils had to do with single parents not providing all the books their children need on time. The outcome of the study was used as a basis to recommend to school authorities, community leaders, government agencies, NGOs and professional guidance and counselling coordinators to work together by organizing school durbars, parent-teacher meetings and making use of such fora to enable parents know that their supervision of their children is vital to the success of their academic work.

*ABSTRACT*<br><br> <br><br> This paper main objective was to investigate whether pricing strategies has impact on organizationalprofitability in Nestle Food Plc,Agbara, Ogun State. This paper is quantitative in nature. Data for thepaper have been collected through primary source that are from questionnaires surveys. The data havebeen checked through statistical software to find the impact of pricing strategies on organizationalprofitability.There were two variable pricing strategies (Independent) and organizational profitability(Dependent).Descriptive statistic tools SPSS were applied on the questionnaire to see the reliabilityand consistency. The goal was to see whether pricing strategies has an impact on organizationalprofitability.Information was sourced from eighty (80) respondents which were completed and returned.The results of the first hypothesis Regression analysis shows that(F=1.78)=(16714.840);R2=.995;P

ABSTRACT<br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br> The research explore the impact of workers' welfare on job satisfaction among office information managers in public polytechnics in oyo state in competitive business environment, employees are the most valuable assets, and their satisfaction is critical for achieving organizational goals and objectives satisfaction employee contribution to smooth organizational functioning, improve productivity, and enhanced performance. This study build on existing research by examining how various components of workers' welfare - such as workplace facilities, financial benefits, psychosocial factors, and career development opportunities -affect job satisfaction among office information managers. The study adopts a survey research approach with a simple size of 70 office information managers selected from public polytechnics in oyo state. Data were collected through a structure questionnaire decided into section: section A covered demographic information, while section B included statements related to workers' welfare and it's influence on job satisfaction. The questionnaire was validated by expert judgement , ensuring clarity and multiplying the results by 100%. This approach provided an easy-to-understand measure of how different aspect of workers' welfare influence job satisfaction. The findings reveal that key factors such as workplace facilities, recognition , and appreciation, compensation and benefits, health and and safety, and an inclusive environment significantly affect jon satisfaction . The study also identity motivators for office information managers, including autonomy, meaningful work, financial rewards, and alignment with personal values. Moreover, improved workers' welfare positively influences organizational reputation, personal fulfillment, productivity, and team dynamics. This research offers valuable insights for policymakers, administrators, and managers in public polytechnics. By addressing the welfare needs of employees, institution can enhance job satisfaction, leading to greater organization performance and overall success.

work elicits the impact of ICT on the dissemination of information in Institute for Agricultural Research, Zaria. The primary objectives were to ascertain the types of ICT facilities available in the library under study, to determine the level of staff training to the use of ICT in the library under study, to ascertain the level of satisfaction in the use of ICT in the library under study and to investigate the factors militating against the use of ICT in the library. Institute for Agricultural Research Library, IARL was used as a case study. The survey research design was employed, population of the study comprised of 29 staffs of the library under study, and all the 29 were taken as sample. The instrument used for data collection was questionnaire. Simple tables and percentages were used to analyze the data collected. The study revealed that computers are the mostly used ICT facilities in the library setting, library staff acquired ICT training mainly through compulsory training organized by the library. It was gathered in the study that the staff of the library under study were mostly fully satisfied with the computers and photocopiers in the library.

This study examined the relationship between the impact of succession planning on employee retention of selected money banks in Port Harcourt. Leadership legacy and Employee performance were the dimensions of succession planning. Recognition/reward and training was used as measures of employee retention, not forgetting the moderating variable Career development. The study adopted a cross-sectional survey in its investigation of the variables. Primary data was generated through structured, self- administered questionnaire. The population was 355 employees of forty branches of selected money deposit banks in Port Harcourt. The study sample was 188 employees calculated using the Taro Yamane’s formula for sample size determination. The research instrument was validated through the supervisor’s vetting and approval while the reliability of the instrument was also endorsed by my supervisor. Data generated were analyzed and presented using both descriptive and inferential statistical techniques. The hypotheses were tested using the Spearman rank order correlation Coefficient. The tests were carried out at a 95% confidence interval and a 0.05 level of significance. Empirical findings revealed that there is a positive and significant relationship between succession planning and employee retention of selected money deposit banks in Port Harcourt. The study concludes that succession planning significantly influences employee retention of in selected money deposit banks in Port Harcourt. The study recommends that Management of Money Deposit Banks should adopt training programs to develop the careers of employees also leaving great legacies as leaders while also recognizing and rewarding employees to enable a better performance from them.

This study investigates the nutritional content and the microbial safety level of the spices produced from the blend of scent leaf, turmeric, ginger and garlic. All materials were cleaned, peeled, sliced and dried in the oven at 650C for 24 hours, after drying, it was milled and sieved. The material were mixed in the following ratio: 100:0(scent leaves),85:5:5:5(scent leaves ,ginger, garlic ,turmeric), 70:10:10:10 (scent leaves ,ginger ,garlic, turmeric) 55:15:15:15(scent leaves ,ginger ,garlic , turmeric)The vitamins and mineral content of the spices were determined using standard method and sensory was determine using Nine (9) point hedonic scale . The results showed variations in mineral content, with TWE (85% scent leaf) having the highest potassium, zinc, and magnesium content, while SUE (70% scent leaf) had the lowest. WSG (55% scent leaf) had the highest iron content, while TUP (100% scent leaf) had the highest phosphorus content. The vitamin composition also varied, with TWE having the highest vitamin A, B1, B2, and E content, while SUE had the lowest. The study concluded that the mineral and vitamin content of the spice blends were influenced by the proportions of the individual spices, with scent leaf being a rich source of potassium, magnesium, and phosphorus. The study suggests that these spice blends could be useful in reducing hypertension risks and enhancing immune function, wound healing, and energy production.High total viable count value among the samples indicates a high level of contamination during the processing and storage conditions. The most prefer spices during the sensory evaluation was produced from 55% scent leaf, 15% ginger, 15% turmeric and 15% garlic.

 <br><br><br> ABSTRACT<br><br><br> The purpose of this study was to find the influence of extrinsic motivation on teachers’ attitudes toward teaching in primary schools in Calabar South Local Government Area, Cross River State. Ex-post facto research was adopted for the study Taro Yamane sampling formula was utilized for selecting sample of 112 from a population of 156 teachers from the schools. A self developed questionnaires was used for data collection. Three research questions were raised and converted to three statement of Hypotheses were formulated and tested at .05 level of significance. Simple linear regression analysis was the statistics used to test the null hypotheses. The result revealed that there is a significant of reinforcement promotion and reward systems and teacher attitude towards teaching in public primary schools in Calabar South L.G.A which implies that the attitudes of teachers can actual be influence by the motivation they get in the course of their teaching. It is therefore recommended that teachers’ from time to time should be motivated through reinforcement for the positive attitude to be repeated, reward and promotion boosts their moral service for effective delivery and the resultant from teachers deserving effect to be visibly notice on the academic achievement of primary school pupils in Calabar South L.G.A of Cross River State.