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This study has demonstrated that acute sleep deprivation significantly impairs cognitive recognition in rats, as assessed using the NORT. The combined stress of sleep deprivation and peptic ulcer induction further exacerbated cognitive deficits, highlighting the compounded effects of these two stressors. Although recovery from sleep deprivation showed some improvements in cognitive recognition, it was clear that full restoration was not achieved, particularly in the presence of additional stressors such as peptic ulcers. The findings suggest that sleep deprivation and ulcer induction together have a detrimental effect on cognitive function, emphasizing the importance of sleep for maintaining cognitive health.<br><br> The study also demonstrated that acute sleep deprivation, in conjunction with peptic ulcer induction, significantly impacts oxidative stress markers in the brain, which in turn affects cognitive recognition functions. The recovery phase after sleep deprivation resulted in noticeable improvements in antioxidant enzyme activities, particularly SOD and thiol levels, which are crucial for combating oxidative damage.

ABSTRACT<br><br> This research work generally summarizes the activities carried out in the design and implementation of the Web-based charity management system. This charity management is a non-profit organizational system in which non-governmental organisations and donors can come in and request and donate funds and materials such as cloths, hospital equipment, etc. These objectives are creating online payment, creating login and register page, appointment booking, allowing users to cancel appointments and even letting them go through the funding and other donation system. The project’s design was then constructed to visualize the attainment of these aims using Unified Modeling Language diagrams, Entity Relationship diagram, as well as Data Flow Diagram. In the implementation part of this project, the methodology was used for the development of this project. Also, visual studio Professional 2015 was used as an Integrated Development Environment (IDE), developed using HTML, CSS, PHP and JAVASCRIPT programming language. Requirements were tested with best of ability using this following format of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE).

ABSTRACT<br><br> As organizations adapt to rapid technological advancements, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a crucial tool for enhancing decision-making effectiveness. In the dynamic banking sector, institutions like United Bank for Africa (UBA), Ilorin, are increasingly integrating AI technologies such as machine learning, predictive analytics, and natural language processing to optimize decision-making processes. However, the extent of AI adoption and its impact on employee participation in decision-making remains underexplored, particularly in the Nigerian context. This study, therefore, investigates the influence of AI on organizational decision-making effectiveness in UBA, Ilorin. The specific objectives of this study were to: (i) determine the extent to which automated decision technologies are integrated into UBA’s decision-making processes; (ii) assess the impact of AI on employee participation in decision-making; and (iii) examine organizational factors (e.g., leadership style, communication flow, and organizational culture) influencing the relationship between AI and employee involvement. A descriptive survey design was employed, using structured questionnaires administered to 86 staff across five UBA branches in Ilorin. Data were analyzed using regression analysis and statistical hypothesis testing. The findings of the study were that:<br><br> i. Automated decision technologies are significantly used in UBA’s organizational decision-making processes (β = 0.712, t = 8.965, p < 0.05);<br><br> ii. AI has a significant negative effect on employee participation in decision-making when systems lack transparency (β = –0.315, t = –4.671, p < 0.05);<br><br> iii. Organizational factors significantly moderate the relationship between AI use and employee involvement (β = 0.658, t = 9.123, p < 0.05).<br><br> The study concludes that while AI significantly enhances decision speed and accuracy, its impact on employee participation depends largely on organizational support systems. It recommends that UBA and similar institutions promote inclusive decision-making by ensuring AI systems are transparent, ethical, and complemented by effective leadership and communication structures. Regular training, ethical oversight, and fostering a collaborative AI-human work environment are essential to maximize AI's benefits while minimizing employee resistance.

This project focuses on the production and presentation of a 45-minute radio magazine program titled “The Morning Show.” The program is designed to inform, educate, and entertain listeners through a blend of news updates, talk segments, interviews, lifestyle discussions, and music interludes. The show aims to create an engaging morning experience for its audience while maintaining journalistic integrity and creativity in broadcast production. It emphasizes audience participation, smooth transitions, and professional studio techniques to ensure quality and listener satisfaction

This study work was carried out to examine the effect of financial management <br><br> control on organizational accountability. (A study of selected firms in Nigeria). The <br><br> research design adopted was survey research design. The data collected for this <br><br> research work is primary and secondary data. A total of 250 questionnaires were <br><br> distributed to respondents and tested using chi-square statistical tool. The findings <br><br> indicate that financial management control has effect on the organizational <br><br> accountability or selected firms in Nigeria. It was also indicated that working capital <br><br> management have significant effect on accountability of firms in Nigeria. it was <br><br> concluded based on the hypothesis tested that financial planning practices and <br><br> accounting information has significant effect on accountability of firms in Nigeria. <br><br> It was recommended that management should carefully evaluate their companies <br><br> structure before adopting the financial management control. Also the regulatory <br><br> bodies should formulate appropriate policies and regulation which will facilitate the <br><br> implementation of financial management control in firms.

Most developed nations like Brazil and Cuba built their economy on the basis of developing tourism, enhancing promotion with world class facilities. However, this study in a bid to establish the relationship between tourism facility development and environmental sustainability, five objectives were defined and one testable hypothesis. Four hundred questionnaires were distributed across 9 different tourism centres in Calabar metropolis and hypothesis was tested using the Pearson Product Moment correlation technique. At the end of the findings from the available information gotten a strong positively significant relationship between tourism facility development and environmental sustainability in tourism centre in Calabar metropolis. The alternative was accepted with a strong significant value of 2.33. Furthermore, the study recommended that government should embark on timely maintenance and replacement of tourism facilities, and also recommends government expansion of the tourism sector by reinvesting tourism proceeds into the sector so as to enhance continuity. However, the author concludes that tourism facility development is a pre-requisite for continuity and sustainability of the sector.

This study examined the effect of marketing information system on sales performance of Matrite Stores in Ilorin Metropolis. The objectives of this study were to: (i) examine the impact of internal records on sales performance of Matrite Stores in Ilorin Metropolis; (ii) determine the effect of marketing intelligence on sales performance of Matrite Stores in Ilorin Metropolis; (iii) investigate the influence of marketing research on sales performance of Matrite Stores in Ilorin Metropolis; and (iv) determine the impact of marketing analysis on sales performance of Matrite Stores in Ilorin Metropolis. A cross-sectional survey research design was adopted for the study. The study focused on customers of Matrite Stores in Ilorin Metropolis, and the population was considered infinite. A sample size of 384 was determined using Godden’s (2004) infinite population formula. Structured questionnaires were administered using simple random sampling, and a total of 344 valid responses were analyzed. Descriptive statistics were used for profiling respondents, while multiple linear regression was employed to test the hypotheses at a 0.05 significance level. The results revealed that internal records, marketing intelligence, marketing research, and marketing analysis each had significant positive effects on sales performance. Specifically, (R² = 0.482, p = 0.000, β = 0.694, t = 15.011) for internal records; (R² = 0.547, p = 0.000, β = 0.740, t = 17.222) for marketing intelligence; (R² = 0.515, p = 0.000, β = 0.718, t = 16.372) for marketing research; and (R² = 0.533, p = 0.000, β = 0.730, t = 16.827) for marketing analysis. The study concluded that internal records, marketing intelligence, marketing research, and marketing analysis are key components of a marketing information system that significantly influence sales performance in retail settings. Therefore, the study recommended that businesses like Matrite Stores should invest in efficient record-keeping systems, establish robust intelligence gathering channels, conduct regular marketing research, and utilize analytical tools to enhance sales decision-making and overall performance.

This study investigates the effect of Naira devaluation on small and medium scale enterprises (SMEs) in Nigeria. The persistent depreciation of the Naira against major foreign currencies has had significant implications for the cost of production, importation of raw materials, and overall profitability of businesses. The research adopts a descriptive survey method, collecting data from selected SMEs across various sectors. Findings reveal that Naira devaluation has led to increased operational costs, reduced purchasing power, and constrained access to foreign exchange, which in turn affects the competitiveness and sustainability of SMEs. The study concludes that while devaluation may boost export potential in theory, its negative effects on local businesses outweigh the benefits in the short term. It recommends government intervention through monetary stabilization policies, improved access to credit, and the promotion of local production to cushion the impact of currency fluctuations on SMEs.