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This study examined the history and development of Adaba FM radio station in Ondo State, Nigeria, from its establishment in 2008 to its evolution in the contemporary media landscape. The research reviewed the origins of radio broadcasting in Nigeria, highlighting the emergence of indigenous stations and emphasizing the vital role of radio as a tool for information dissemination, education, and entertainment, especially in rural communities. Through historical research design and analysis of secondary data, the study explored Adaba FM’s founding years, expansion phase, consolidation efforts, and modernization. The findings revealed that Adaba FM has made significant impact on the social, cultural, political, and economic development of Ondo State. The station has served as a custodian of indigenous languages, a platform for civic participation, and a catalyst for local economic growth. However, the study also identified challenges confronting the station, including limited resources, staffing issues, technological constraints, and increasing competition from modern digital media. The study concludes that for Adaba FM to sustain its relevance, it must continue to innovate and adapt to evolving media realities while preserving its commitment to cultural preservation and community empowerment.

ABSTRACT<br> This study examines the effect of tax revenue reforms on internally generated revenue (IGR) in Ekiti State, Nigeria. The study aims to determine the impact of tax rate reforms, tax incentives, and tax enforcement on IGR. Utilizing a descriptive research design, the study focuses on a population of 300 government agents responsible for revenue and tax collection in Ekiti State, with a sample size of 100 agents selected through convenience sampling.<br> The study concludes that, contrary to expectations, tax rate reforms, tax incentives, and tax enforcement have no statistically significant impact on IGR in Ekiti State. These findings, supported by similar studies highlighting low tax impact in the region, suggest that Ekiti State needs to explore alternative strategies to enhance IGR.<br> Recommendations include diversifying the revenue base, improving tax administration, enhancing the business environment, investing in capacity building for tax officials, adopting technology-based solutions, and establishing a comprehensive tax policy framework.

ABSTRACT<br> This study examines the analysis of media coverage of crime related issues by Nigerian newspaper. The main objective of this study are to Assess the frequency and prominence of crime-related news in Nigerian newspapers during the specified period, Identify the sources of information and perspectives represented in crime-related news coverage by Nigerian newspapers. The prevalence of crime in Nigeria and its aftermath on the socio- economic status and the well-being of the people, appear to have defied all efforts at ensuring safety of lives and property in Nigeria. This study delves into the coverage of crime-related issues by Nigerian newspapers from October to December 2023, addressing four central research questions.<br> Findings reveal consistent coverage of crimes such as rape, kidnapping, and homicide, with variations in reporting across months. Newspapers like Punch and The Guardian exhibit distinct reporting styles, heavily relying on police statements while incorporating sensationalism, neutral reporting, and victim- centric narratives. Primary sources of information utilized include police statements, eyewitness reports, expert opinions, and community perspectives, with variations between newspapers. Dominant crime themes covered include rape, kidnapping, and homicide, while less common themes such as terrorism and cultism receive minimal coverage. It concludes that both newspapers demonstrate differences in their coverage emphasis, with Punch casting a wider net across various crime types compared to The Guardian's prioritization of specific crimes such as kidnapping and drug trafficking, there is no significant difference in the choice of reporting style between the two newspapers. This research highlights the nuanced landscape of crime reporting in Nigerian newspapers, offering insights into editorial approaches, sourcing practices, and thematic priorities. The study recommended that there is potential to enhance the depth and diversity of reporting by engaging more extensively with alternative sources such as community perspectives, independent experts, and victim testimonies. Editors should carefully consider the optimal article length and placement of crime news to maximize reader engagement and impact. Both newspapers should actively seek feedback from readers regarding their crime coverage preferences and priorities.

This study investigated maintenance factors on employee performance in University of Benin. The study utilized a descriptive survey research design and utilized the primary source of data by the distribution of 80 copies of questionnaire as the study instrument. The study utilized convenience sampling technique and distributed a total of 80 copies of questionnaire to lecturers in the Faculty of Management Sciences, University of Benin, Benin City Nigeria.The data was analyzed and presented using percentage, mean and standard deviation. The hypotheses of the study were tested using regression tests. All test were carried out at 5% level of significance. The findings of the study discovered that maintenance factors significantly impacts employee performance, as maintenance factors impacts employee performance by 86.6%. Specifically the study found out that health services, safety service, job security and employee welfare services all have a significant impact on employees' performance while retirements benefits has no significant impact on employee performance. The study recommended that organization must always employ the use of maintenance factors to ensure that their employees are motivated and continuously engaged in their job with so much zeal and enthusiasm; as this will influence good employees' performance.

Truancy remains a pressing challenge in the education of pupils with mild intellectual disabilities, significantly hampering their academic performance and overall development. This study examined the contributing factors to truancy, its effects on academic outcomes, teacher perceptions, and viable interventions, using pupils in Ibadan North Local Government Area as the focus. The objectives included identifying the causes of truancy, assessing its impact on academic performance, and exploring strategies to mitigate it. A descriptive survey research design was adopted, and data were collected from 30 respondents through a structured questionnaire comprising 20 items. The analysis utilized mean, standard deviation, and chi-square statistical tools. The results revealed that factors such as family instability, lack of parental supervision, peer influence, inadequate school support, and teacher inefficiency significantly contribute to truancy (χ² = 18.75, p < 0.05). Respondents strongly agreed that truancy leads to poor grades, reduced classroom participation, and higher dropout risks for pupils with mild intellectual disabilities. Teachers identified truancy as a major obstacle to academic success, attributing it to insufficient parental engagement and the challenges of managing frequently absent pupils. The study further highlighted interventions such as increased parental involvement, provision of counselling services, and implementation of individualized learning plans as essential in combating truancy. The findings emphasize the need for schools to create a supportive environment tailored to the unique needs of these pupils. For example, specialized support programs and collaboration between schools, parents, and communities were identified as key measures to encourage regular classroom attendance of pupils with mild intellectual disability.

This research project investigates the dynamic interplay between equatorial vertical plasma drift and the ionospheric peak height (hmF2) variations during a solar minimum period. The equatorial ionosphere plays a pivotal role in radio wave propagation, satellite communications, and global positioning systems, making a comprehensive understanding of its behavior during solar minima essential for improving communication and navigation systems.<br><br> In this study, we employ the International Reference Ionosphere (IRI) model to simulate and analyze the variations in equatorial vertical plasma drift and hmF2 parameters over multiple solar minimum years. We utilize a combination of ground-based ionosonde measurements, satellite-based observations, and empirical data to validate the IRI model's accuracy in capturing real-world ionospheric behaviour.<br><br> Our research aims to elucidate the underlying physical mechanisms governing the equatorial vertical plasma drift and hmF2 responses during solar minimum, with a particular focus on the role of solar and geomagnetic activity. Additionally, we investigate the influence of space weather phenomena such as solar flares and geomagnetic storms on these ionospheric parameters.<br><br> The outcomes of this project hold significant implications for enhancing the accuracy of ionospheric modelling and predictions, thereby improving the reliability of global communication and navigation systems, especially during periods of reduced solar activity. Furthermore, our findings contribute to a deeper understanding of the fundamental processes driving ionospheric dynamics, aiding in the advancement of space weather research.

This project presents the design and implementation of an Automated Admission Screening Portal developed to simplify and improve the university admission process. The system was designed to allow students to create accounts, upload their admission data, check eligibility, receive alternative course suggestions if not qualified, and finally submit applications. It also enables administrators to review applications, view student details, manage eligibility reports, and approve or reject applications.The system was implemented using PHP, MySQL, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, providing both front-end and back-end functionalities. Black-box testing was carried out to ensure that the system performs as expected, and results showed that the portal functions effectively in handling student applications and admission decisions.This research contributes to reducing manual errors, saving time, and increasing transparency in the admission process. It also ensures that applicants who are not eligible for their chosen courses are guided with alternative options, making the admission process more flexible and fair.

Chromium adsorption from wastewater onto periwinkle shell activated carbon was studied using <br><br> batch experiments. Periwinkle shell samples were prepared, pyrolysed at 700°C, activated with <br><br> nitric acid and characterized to determine its physiochemical properties. Batch adsorption <br><br> experiments were conducted to investigate the effects of process parameters (contact time, <br><br> adsorbent dosage and initial metal ion concentration) on adsorption rate. Adsorption kinetics was <br><br> tested using pseudo first and second order models. Adsorption Isotherms were analyzed using the <br><br> Langmuir and Freundlich isotherm models. Results showed that adsorption rate increased with <br><br> increase in contact time, adsorbent dosage and initial metal ion concentration. Batch adsorption <br><br> Kinetics experiments gave a Correlation coefficient value (R2 ) of 0.9337 and 0.9931 for the pseudo <br><br> First and Second order kinetic models respectively. This revealed that the mechanism of adsorption <br><br> followed pseudo-second-order kinetic model; this indicated that the adsorption process of <br><br> chromium (III) ions onto periwinkle shell activated carbon was controlled by chemisorption <br><br> mechanism. Adsorption Isotherm data showed a Correlation coefficient value (R2 ) of 0.987 and <br><br> 0.8295 for Langmuir and Freundlich Isotherms respectively. This showed that the Langmuir <br><br> isotherm accurately described the adsorption data indicating that the adsorption process was mainly <br><br> monolayer on a homogeneous adsorbent surface. A model was developed for the adsorption process <br><br> and validated by plotting the percentage removal obtained from experiments against the predicted <br><br> values of the model. Results showed that the Correlation coefficient value (R2 ) was found to be <br><br> 0.9998 which indicated a good fit and a valid model representation of the adsorption model