THE PREVALENCE OF INTESTINAL NEMATODE IN SCHOOL CHILDREN IN EBONYI LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, EBONYI STATE, NIGERIA
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The recognition and importance of local government in the development process is prompted by the imperative to tackle local socio-economic problems and to manage grassroots development, especially through provision of basic infrastructure. The paper therefore, underscores the impacts of local government administration on the development of oba Akoko, Akoko South west Local government, Ondo state, Nigeria. The first stage in the collection of primary data is the reconnaissance survey of the study area where nine quarters in Oba Akoko region was identified, namely; Odooro, Obaju, Owaodo, Irefun, Ekusi, Ode arinkansin, Ibeware, Odokele, Oketere. Fifteen questionnaires were administered in each of the nine quarters through random sampling method, making a total of one hundred and thirty five. Oral interview was also conducted at the local government to elicit vital information on the developmental activities and the challenges among others. The paper reveals inadequate performance of the local government in the area of transportation, infrastructural development and the employment creation. The study further found out that the local government impacts on the local economy and housing were positive. Also, the contribution of the local government concerning combating of crimes was insignificant. The paper reveals that there is poor performance of the local government towards the developmental programmes; also, the local government has not done well in the development activities and assistance to farmers and the artisans were inadequate. The factors hindering the successful implementation of the developmental programmes in Oba Akoko, includes corruption on the one hand and undue interference of the state government concerning local government affairs on the other hand. The paper however recommends among others that; local government allocation should be increased by the federal government, undue interference from governments at the state and federal level should be minimized, while corruption should be discouraged.
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The thrust of this study was to investigate the effect of poverty on the well-being of rural dwellers in Yakurr local government area of Cross River State, Nigeria. Specifically, the study examined the effect of poverty on the quality of food and health care services access by rural dwellers in Yakurr local government area. The study adopted a cross-sectional survey research design. Purposive sampling technique was used in selecting four hundred (400) respondents from the rural areas of Yakurr local government area of Cross River State. Data were collected from both primary and secondary sources. Elucidated data were statistically analyzed using linear regression while all hypotheses were tested at 0.05 level of significance. The result of the analysis revealed that poverty significantly affect the quality of food consumed by rural dwellers, it also revealed that poverty significantly affect the quality of health care services access by rural dwellers in Yakurr local government area of Cross River State, Nigeria. Based on the findings of this study it was recommended that government, non-government organisations, and wealthy individuals should contribute to the generation of employment, provision of social amenities and support the health needs of rural people in Yakuur local government of Cross River State, Nigeria. Article visualizations:
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A cross sectional study was conducted from November 2013 to April 2014 to investigate gastrointestinal (GI) nematode parasites in chickens in and around Bahir Dar, northwest Ethiopia. A total of 384 chickens comprising of 112 exotic and 272 local were examined for gastrointestinal nematode infections. Out of these, 180 (46.9%) were found to be infected with GI nematode parasites. The nematode species found in chickens were Ascaridia galii (15.1%), Heterakis gallinarum (11.7%), Capillaria columbae (4.4%) and Subulura brumpti (2.9%). There was a statistically significant difference (p 0.05) among sex category of chickens in which the prevalence of infection was 49.29 and 44.4% in female and male chickens. Mixed infections with two or more parasite species were also observed (12.8%). This study strongly suggested that GI nematode parasites are a very serious problem of backyard chickens in the study area and appropriate control strategies need to be devised.
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In a year round study, two villages, viz. Chicholi and Bodala of Nagpur district were selected for assessment of prevalence of nematode parasites of ruminants. Out of 615 animals examined 242 were positive (39.34%) for nematode infection. The infection rate in buffalo, cattle and goat was 41.63, 32.18 and 51.94%, respectively. Higher infection was recorded during monsoon (63.07%) followed by winter (32.22%) and summer (21.33%). The percentage of animals infected with Haemoncchus sp., Toxocara sp., Trichuris sp., Strongyloides sp. and mixed infection was found to be 38.01, 27.68, 14.87, 11.98 and 7.43%, respectively.
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This study assesses local government and community cooperation in rural development with emphasis on Ikwo Local Government Area of Ebonyi State. The problem of the study focuses poor development of the rural communities, mismatch in the projects initiated and what the communities want and poor consultation of the people and collaboration between the communities and the people. The objectives of the study were to assess the extent to which local government and community cooperation have enhanced the provision of infrastructural facilities; improved the quality of education and provision of healthcare facilities in Ikwo Local Government Area of Ebonyi state. Three research questions and hypotheses guided the study. The study adopted a Descriptive survey research method with a sample size of 400 purposively drawn from a population of 384, 400 in Ikwo Local Government Area of Ebonyi State. A 15-item questionnaire was used for data collection. The data collected were analyzed using descriptive statistics like frequency count, percentage and mean scores. The hypotheses were tested with Pearson correlation analysis. The study revealed that the existing local government and community cooperation in Ikwo Local Government Area of Ebonyi State has not contributed to high degree in the provision of infrastructural facilities (0.60 > 0.05). However, results showed that the existing local government and community cooperation in Ikwo Local Government Area of Ebonyi State has not contributed to high degree in the quality of education (0.64 > 0.05) and the provision of healthcare facilities (0.62 > 0.05). The study however concludes that the government cannot adequately provide all the basic needs of the rural population neither would the rural communities do, hence the need for partnership between the two, government/community cooperation in Ikwo local government area has not significantly helped in the provision of infrastructural facilities, also government/community cooperation in Ikwo local government area has not contributed significantly in providing quality education and healthcare facilities to the people. Based on the findings, recommendations include that Government and Communities in Ikwo Local Government Area of Ebonyi State should intensify their efforts in the provision of infrastructural facilities in the rural areas to achieve rapid and sustainable rural development. Communities in Ikwo Local Government Area of Ebonyi State should be sensitized on the imperativeness of assisting the government in the provision of quality education to the members of the rural communities. The government should also encourage education by providing help to the poor members of the community to have access to quality education for knowledge and skill acquisition.
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This study is on “Manpower Development and Utilization in Nigeria’s Local Government System: A Study of Ayamelum Local Government Area, Anambra State”. It’s aimed at examining the manpower development and its utilization, whether or not the selection of staff for training are based on merit and the effectiveness of the trained manpower towards enhancing the organizational performance of Local Government System in Nigeria vis-a-vis the Ayamelum Local Government. It is a quantitative research therefore, a descriptive survey research design was adopted and four hypotheses were formulated to guide the research objectives and questions. A Likert scale structured questionnaire was used and analyzed with the simple percentage data analysis method. The hypotheses were tested using the chi-square statistical tool. Findings showed that, there is manpower development programmes in the local government council, -that selection of staff for training are not the true reflection of actual manpower training needs of the council, -that the selection of staff for training are not based on merit and –that the trained manpower are not properly placed in areas that will enhance their acquired skill. The study further recommended above all, that there is a need for the establishment of “Manpower Utilizations Evaluation Board, MUEB” to help checkmate the excesses of politicians as well as curb the incident of corruption in the system.
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This study examined the role of local government in community development in Nsukka Local Government Area of Enugu State, Nigeria. A total of 420 people participated in the study. The study sample of 420 persons comprised 220 community development officers selected from the study area and 200 adult educators randomly selected from Enugu State. The entire population of the study was used due to the size. A 21-item structured questionnaire developed by the researchers was used as the instrument for data collection. Mean and standard deviation were used to answer the research questions. The study revealed that the budget allocation sent by the government to the responsible departments in the local government is not always received as and when due for the effective implementation of community development projects. It was concluded that a higher monitoring authority should be set aside to monitor and supervise the existence of checks and balances between the regulations of the local government areas.
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GI nemotodes are very common in India and worldwide. The climate in India is highly suitable for growth of GI nematodes. To assess the sitation in Udaipur, the present study was conducted from Sept 2020 to January 2021 in and around Udaipur district (Rajasthan). The Overall prevalence of GI nematode infection in buffalo was 260 (85.24%). Among various GI nematode infections reported in the present study, Strongyles 120 (46.15%) were the most prevalent gastrointestinal nematode followed by Trichuris, Toxocara and Strongyloides. In buffalo seasonal analysis revealed highest prevalence in rainy season 195 (96.05%) and lowest in winter 65 (63.72%). Females (89.04%) were more infected with GI nematode infection than the male (76.84%) buffalo. The age wise prevalence of GI nematode infection reported highest prevalence in age group below 3 years 142 (93.42%) followed by 3-5 years age group 91 (91%) and above 5 years age group 27 (50.94%) in buffalo. Month wise GI nematode infection showed higher prevalence in September Month 113 (91.13. %). The study indicated that GIparasites are more prevelant in young females below 3 years of age. Rainy season suits the vgrowth and propagation of GI parasites.
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This study analyzed the effects of rural-urban migration on household food security in Umuahia South Local Government Area of Abia State, Nigeria. Specifically the study examined the socio-economic characteristics of the migrants’ household; identified the causes of rural-urban migration in the study area and determined the food security status of the respondents in the study area. A total of 120 respondents were randomly selected across 10 villages in the study area. A structured questionnaire was used to collect primarydata. Data collected were analyzed using descriptive statistics and ordinary least square multiple regression model. The results of the descriptive statistics showed that the respondents have a mean age of 49 years and majority of the migrants’ household were educated and married, with male dominated household constituting 79.16 % and mean household size of 5 persons. It also showed that most (81.66%) of the respondents were engaged in farming occupation with mean income of ₦50,737.The three main causes of rural-urban migration in the study area were: search for job, better education and join spouse. The results of the food security status showed that 66.67% of the respondents have food security index of less than 1. The results of the regression analysis showed that age, household size and food from friends were the major determinants of food security in the study area. The study thus recommends that government through its relevant agencies should encourage sustainable food production through subsidizing farm inputs and giving improved seedlings to farmers to boost their productivity and achieve the sustainable development goal of zero hunger by 2030. Keywords: rural-urban migration, household and food security
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