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ABSTRACT<br><br><br> <br><br><br> This study investigated teachers’ needs and the factors influencing retention in public secondary schools in Odo-Otin Local Government Area of Osun State. The research examined welfare conditions, motivation, workload, professional development, and school environment as determinants of teacher retention. A descriptive survey design was employed, and data were collected from 120 teachers across six public secondary schools using a structured questionnaire. The study found that inadequate welfare, irregular promotion, limited training opportunities, poor school facilities, and heavy workload significantly contributed to teachers’ intention to leave. Recommendations include improved welfare packages, regular training, better infrastructure, and supportive administrative practices. The study provides practical insights for policymakers seeking to improve teacher stability and instructional quality.

This study investigated the role of Islamic Education in promoting moral and ethical development among upper basic school students in Gusau metropolis, Zamfara state. The researcher raises (3) research objectives which were transformed to three research questions (3) research questions with connectivity with each other, the researcher had explained the statement of the problems, significant of the study as well as the operational definitions of the terms used in /this study. The researcher had explained the conceptual framework in line with the research variables guide the study. However, the research also discussed the theoretical frame work that, stand as bed rock for effective conducts of this study. The research had reviewed many empirical studies that were very relevant in order to discuss the present study with other researches that had already conducted previously. It also explained the uniqueness of this study in terms of its geographical location, time and instrument of data collection. The study had employed a questionnaire as an instrument for data collection from students’ samples from different faculties of federal university Gusau and simple frequency and percentage were used in order to analyse the collected from the field study.

Abstract<br> This study examine the impact of bank loan on agricultural productivity in Nigeria,the<br> specific objectives are to examine if agricultural guarantee scheme loan has significant<br> relationship on agricultural output in Nigeria,investigate the significant relationship of<br> interest rate on agricultural output in Nigeria and determine if inflation rate has<br> significant relationship on agricultural output in Nigeria from 2013 to 2022.The<br> available annual data which are secondary in nature were obtained from CBN<br> publications(CBN,2022).Standard econometric techniques Ordinary Least Square<br> (OLS)was employed with aid of E-views version 9 econometric software package to<br> analyse the data.The findings reveals that there is significant relationship between<br> agricultural credit guarantee scheme(ACGS)and agricultural output in Nigeria,there is<br> significant relationship between interest rate and agricultural output in Nigeria and<br> there is significant relationship between inflation rate and agricultural output in Nigeria.<br> Among other recommendations the study recommended that it would be worthwhile to<br> increase access to credit to agriculture to boost agricultural production,but with proper<br> monitoring on such credit to ensure that it is optimally used.

This study investigated the impact of instructional materials on facilitating learning in selected primary schools within Kaduna South Local Government Area, Kaduna State, Nigeria. Instructional materials are vital tools that enhance teaching and learning by supporting comprehension, engagement, and student performance. The study aimed to evaluate the types of instructional materials utilized, strategies for improvisation in cases of scarcity, and the influence of these materials on student learning outcomes. The research adopted a descriptive survey design, and data were collected from 50 primary school teachers in selected schools within the study area. A structured questionnaire was used for data collection, focusing on teachers' perceptions regarding the availability, use, and impact of instructional materials on learning. The data were analyzed using simple percentages and frequency distributions. The findings revealed that instructional materials, such as visual aids, textbooks, multimedia resources, real-life objects, and maps, significantly enhance student comprehension, engagement, and participation. Teachers' use of instructional materials was reported to improve understanding, retention, and application of knowledge in core subjects like Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies. Additionally, the study highlighted that teachers resorted to improvisation using locally available resources to overcome challenges of scarcity. Despite the positive findings, the study identified challenges related to funding, inadequate resources, insufficient teacher training, and poor accessibility as factors limiting the effective use of instructional materials. Recommendations include increased funding for instructional materials, regular updating of available resources, professional development programs for teachers, improved community involvement, and equitable distribution of instructional resources across schools. This research provides insights for policymakers, educators, and school administrators to address instructional material shortages and improve learning outcomes in Kaduna South and similar contexts.

ABSTRACT<br> This study was to investigate Students’ Attitude Towards Cbt And Its Challenges In a Nigerian University, CBT uses digital platforms to deliver assessments, and provide benefits such as automated scoring, instant feedback, and improved administrative efficiency (Alomari, 2021). The primary purpose of this study is to examine the impact of Computer-Based Testing (CBT) on students’ academic performance. Specifically, the study aims to: Explore students’ attitudes toward CBT and their association with academic success. Identify the primary challenges encountered by students and educators in adopting and implementing CBT. Investigate if there are significant differences in student’s attitude towards computer-based test on their demographic information.<br> A descriptive survey research design of correlation type was adopted to examine the students’ attitude towards Computer-Based Test (CBT) and their digital literacy at the University of Ilorin. The population consists of all undergraduate students at the University of Ilorin. This group was selected because they are directly affected by the implementation of Computer-Based Testing (CBT) in their academic assessments, making them an appropriate population for evaluating the impact of CBT on academic performance.<br> The findings from this study revealed that students have a generally positive attitude towards the use of Computer-Based Testing (CBT) as a mode of assessment. Specifically, students reported that CBT is more convenient than traditional paper-based examinations, helps them perform better in academic assessments, boosts their confidence, provides immediate feedback that enhances their learning, and is perceived as a fairer method of assessment.<br> The result from findings of this study is that students' attitudes toward Computer-Based Testing (CBT) do not significantly differ based on gender. This implies that both male and female students generally have similar experiences and perceptions regarding the effectiveness, fairness, and usability of CBT platforms. In view of the findings, the following recommendations are made: Institutions should invest in the development of robust digital infrastructure, including high-capacity servers, reliable testing platforms, and strong internet connectivity to minimize technical failures during CBT. Colleges and universities should partner with internet service providers to provide affordable internet data plans to both staff and students, thus improving accessibility and reducing digital exclusion.

ABSTRACT<br><br> This study investigates the role of the Nigerian capital market in driving economic growth between 2002 and 2023. The capital market, comprising the stock exchange and other financial institutions, facilitates long-term funding and investment opportunities that stimulate industrial and economic activities. Data from the Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX) and Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) were analyzed using time-series econometric methods. The findings reveal a positive correlation between capital market performance indicators (market capitalization, volume of trade, new listings) and Nigeria’s GDP growth. However, factors like policy instability, low investor confidence, and weak regulatory enforcement have limited its full potential. The study recommends strengthening capital market institutions, increasing investor education, and enforcing transparency to enhance its contribution to economic development.

This study investigates the syntactic and morphological patterns of negation in the Owé dialect of Yorùbá, a relatively under-documented variety spoken primarily in Kabba-Bunu Local Government Area of Kogi State, Nigeria. Using the Government and Binding Theory as its theoretical framework, the research identifies and analyses the major negative markers and strategies employed in Owé, including sentential negation, lexical negation, and the negation of imperatives, progressives, perfectives, and demonstratives. Data were collected through direct elicitation and recorded natural speech from native speakers and analysed descriptively within the principles and sub-theories of GB. Findings reveal that Owé exhibits both pre-verbal and post-verbal negative markers, tone-driven negation in certain constructions, and distinct strategies for prohibiting commands. The study contributes to Yorùbá dialectology, African linguistics, and syntactic theory while highlighting the need for further documentation of minority Nigerian languages.

This study investigates the impact of Task-Based Learning (TBL) on the development of English language proficiency among secondary school students in Abeokuta South Local Government, Nigeria. English, as the country's official language and the medium of instruction, poses challenges for students, particularly in rural areas, where traditional teaching methods hinder proficiency, especially in spoken communication. Utilizing a quasi-experimental design, the study involved 40 students divided into experimental (TBL) and control (traditional instruction) groups. Pre-tests and post-tests were conducted to evaluate improvements in language proficiency across various domains. Results indicated no significant difference between the two teaching methods, suggesting that TBL, while potentially effective, requires careful implementation tailored to learners' needs. Traditional methods, however, showed a decline in performance, highlighting the limitations of grammar-focused instruction. The findings underscore the need for teacher training and curriculum adjustments to enhance language learning outcomes in Nigeria.