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Corporate Governance and Organizational Behavior Review, 2023

PLOS ONE

Background COVID-19 testing coverage is limited in Nigeria. Access to rapid SARS-CoV-2 antigen-de... more Background COVID-19 testing coverage is limited in Nigeria. Access to rapid SARS-CoV-2 antigen-detection self-testing kits may help improve the detection of asymptomatic and mildly symptomatic cases and increase the country’s low rate of SARS-CoV-2 testing. Before implementing self-testing in Nigeria, assessing the population’s perceptions regarding this approach is imperative. In mid-2021, an exploratory cross-sectional qualitative research was conducted to investigate stakeholders’ values and preferences for SARS-CoV-2 self-testing in Nigeria. Methods In-person and online semi-structured interviews and focus group discussions with healthcare workers, representatives of civil society, and potential implementors of self-testing delivery programs were used to explore values and perceptions around access to conventional provider-initiated COVID-19 testing. Topics included the public’s values in relation to SARS-CoV-2 self-testing, the safe and effective use of SARS-CoV-2 self-testing,...

International Journal of Public Health Science (IJPHS)

This study aimed to evaluate the extent to which health practitioners in Cross River state, Niger... more This study aimed to evaluate the extent to which health practitioners in Cross River state, Nigeria, use social media for patient care and to assess the barriers militating against its liberal use for patient care. The study adopted the cross-sectional survey design and used 550 respondents selected through the cluster, simple random and purposive sampling techniques, from selected secondary and tertiary health facilities. Furthermore, quantitative and qualitative methods involving the questionnaire and key informant interview respectively were used to elicit information from respondents. Quantitative data were analyzed using descriptive statistics while content analysis was used to handle qualitative data. The result of data analysis revealed that health practitioners in Cross River state, Nigeria do social media use for patient care very minimally and this is attributed to a wide range of factors, including the absence of a clear-cut regulatory framework governing social media use...

Frontiers in Public Health, Sep 15, 2022

Background: Health workers in low-and middle-income countries are increasingly demanded to collec... more Background: Health workers in low-and middle-income countries are increasingly demanded to collect more and more data to report them to higher levels of the health information system (HIS), in detriment of useful data for clinical and public health decision-making, potentially compromising the quality of their health care provison. In order to support health workers' decision-making, we engaged with partners in Côte d'Ivoire, Mozambique and Nigeria in a research project to conceive, design, produce, implement and test paper-based health information tools: the PHISICC tools. Our aim was to understand the use of PHISICC tools by health workers and to improve them based on their feedback. Methods: The design Health Facility Laboratories (HF Labs) in Côte d'Ivoire and in Nigeria were set up after months of use of PHISICC tools. Activities were structured in three phases or 'sprints' of co-creative research. We used a transdisciplinary approach, including anthropology and Human Centered Design (HCD), observations, shadowing, structured interviews and cocreation.

African Journal of AIDS Research

The presents of ecotourism potentials in Cross River State has caused many scholars in the indust... more The presents of ecotourism potentials in Cross River State has caused many scholars in the industry to question why the ecotourism potentials have not been fully explored by people especially the enclave communities within the ecotourism zones. However, two ecotourism zones were used which include Cross River State National Park and Okwangwo and two communities were selected from each zone. Two hundred respondents were used for this study of which fifty questionnaires were randomly distributed to each of the community. The questionnaires were design to capture the people perception of ecotourism and findings revealed that there was a low awareness and knowledge of ecotourism in the area. Besides, majority of the sampled population expressed indifference with regards to ecotourism. Therefore, adequate education on ecotourism most be given to the people especially to communities within the ecotourism zones in Cross River State.

Journal of Educational and Social Research, May 5, 2022

The provision of information on HIV/AIDS in Nigeria's secondary schools is often considered inade... more The provision of information on HIV/AIDS in Nigeria's secondary schools is often considered inadequate to prevent or limit the scourge among teenagers. In this study, we examined the sources of information for secondary school students on prevalence of the disease in the southern senatorial district of Cross River State, Nigeria. The sources examined included parents, teachers, the social media, health care professionals and the mass media. Eight hundred students in five randomly selected secondary schools were sampled for questionnaire administration, of which 789 were retrieved for analysis. Majority of the students had some knowledge of the causes, mode of transmission, and preventive measures of HIV/AIDS, but they lacked adequate access to the various sources of more specific information available on the subject matter. Only 187 respondents (23.7%) agreed that their parents taught them about sex education in connection with HIV/AIDS. Our data showed low parental knowledge of the spread of the disease, hence the inadequate education of their wards. About 78% of the respondents agreed that the social media provided more information on HIV/AIDS. However, nearly all the respondents (about 92%) did not use social media sites because they had no access to browsing phones or computers. Many of the respondents heard about HIV/AIDS from health counselors and community health workers in their areas of residence. The overall results indicated that prevalence of HIV/AIDS in the study area could be moderated by knowledge of the disease facilitated by adequate information and increased awareness. There is need to intensify the awareness through the mass media and other outlets considered in this study, starting from the home.

African Journal of AIDS Research

SSRN Electronic Journal, 2022

Background: Nigeria has been badly affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, and the poor testing covera... more Background: Nigeria has been badly affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, and the poor testing coverage in the country may make controlling the spread of COVID-19 challenging. Self-testing could help to address this gap. The aim of this study was to assess the acceptability of SARS-CoV-2 self-testing among the general population in Nigeria. Methods: A household-based survey was conducted in five Nigerian states in mid-2021. A five-pronged, probabilistic sampling approach was used to recruit respondents, and a 35-item questionnaire was used to collect data on key variables, such as willingness to use and to pay for a SARS-CoV-2 self-test and likely actions following a positive result. Bivariate and multivariate regression analyses were performed. Findings: Of 2126 respondents, (969 were female), 14 (0·66%) were aware of COVID-19 self-testing, 1738 (81·80%) agreed with the idea of people being able to self-test for COVID-19, 1786 (84·05%) were likely/very likely to use self-tests if avail...

Mediterranean Journal of Social Sciences, 2013

Alcohol abuse cut-short the academic vision of colleges and universities and may undermine their ... more Alcohol abuse cut-short the academic vision of colleges and universities and may undermine their aspiration of molding future citizens. In Nigeria, alcohol consumption has found its way among undergraduate students, who are normally seen in bars and restaurants including other secluded areas some metres away from the school consuming alcohol. The study examined the effects of alcohol abuse on the academic performance of Social Science Students of the University of Calabar, Nigeria. Data was obtained through the administration of 120 copies of questionnaires to students of the faculty of Social Sciences of University of Calabar, Nigeria. The Participants were approached at their lecture rooms and popular hang-outs within the faculty. Their ages ranged from 15 to 35 years and above. The result revealed that majority of the participants were within the age group of 15 – 35 years, which indeed is the age of risky behaviour characterized by substances use and abuse. For fun, stay wake (n...

Advances in Anthropology, 2013

BackgroundCOVID-19 testing coverage is limited in Nigeria. Access to SARS-CoV-2 self-testing kits... more BackgroundCOVID-19 testing coverage is limited in Nigeria. Access to SARS-CoV-2 self-testing kits may help improve the detection of asymptomatic and mildly symptomatic cases and increase the currently low rate of COVID-19 testing in the country. Before implementing SARS-CoV-2 self-testing in Nigeria, it is imperative to assess the populations’ perceptions regarding this innovation. We therefore conducted a qualitative study to investigate people’s values and preferences for SARS-CoV-2 self-testing in Nigeria.MethodsWe used semi-structured interviews and focus group discussions among healthcare workers, community representatives, and public health implementors to explore values and perceptions around various aspects of COVID-19 testing, including conventional COVID-19 testing, SARS-CoV-2 self-testing, the safe and effective use of SARS-CoV-2 self-testing, actions upon receiving a positive SARS-CoV-2 self-test result, and future prospects for SARS-CoV-2 self-testing.ResultsRespondents...

Revista Amazonia Investiga, 2021

The study investigated development gap in social policy and social problem interaction by examini... more The study investigated development gap in social policy and social problem interaction by examining impact of National Poverty Eradication Programme (NAPEP) on rural communities in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. The specific objectives were to examine the relationship between non-participation of beneficiary communities in NAPEP project design at community level, corruption and policy implementation strategy on rural poverty reduction. The Ex-post facto research design was adopted to study communities in Oron and Udung Uko local government areas in Akwa Ibom State. Using a multistage sampling procedure, data were obtained from 400 respondents using Taro Yamene sample size determination formula. Data were analysed using Chi-square (X2) statistical technique. Main findings indicated that significant relationship exists between non-participation of beneficiary communities in NAPEP project design, corruption, policy implementation and poverty reduction in rural communities. The findings impl...

Developing Country Studies, 2014

This paper seek to evaluate fertility differentials in a rural –urban residents in Cross River St... more This paper seek to evaluate fertility differentials in a rural –urban residents in Cross River State. Two settlements were use which include Anantigha as an urban settlement in Calabar and Bendi as a rural settlement in Obanliku. Ninety households were used for this study of which equal number of questionnaires was randomly distributed in each of the settlement. Findings show that there was no variation in age entry to marriage in the two settlements even though there was a significant difference in fertility differentials in the study area Besides, it was noticed in the study area that family size and composition in the study area does not have any influence on fertility differences. Key w ords: Comparative, Differentials, Fertility, Marriage , Residents.

Micro, small and medium enterprises are critical to socioeconomic development, because of the eno... more Micro, small and medium enterprises are critical to socioeconomic development, because of the enormous contributions that they make to job creation, income generation and society’s stability. Available evidence points to a shrinking small business sub – sector, and this portends worsening socioeconomic conditions for the populace. Although various factors may have accounted for the situation, the focus of this study was to ascertain the relationship between socio-demographic variables and ownership of small - scale business. The study concentrated on the interconnections between gender, age and business ownership. Survey – inferential research design was adopted using a sample of 386 persons. Two hypotheses were tested and the results indicated that there is no significant influence of gender on ownership of small - scale business, and a significant relationship between age and ownership of small - scale business was established. The implications of the research findings include the...

In 2014 the Ebola virus disease became a significant health challenge in much of West Africa, not... more In 2014 the Ebola virus disease became a significant health challenge in much of West Africa, notably Guinea, Liberia, Sierra Leone, even Nigeria. The Ebola epidemic knows no geographical boundary as both developed and developing countries are susceptible to its menace. Key facts about the disease and what could be done to mitigate its spread were awash in both the print and electronic media at the height of its outbreak. There was increased awareness of personal hygiene practices of constant washing of hands and using hand-sanitizers. Body temperature was checked in public places such as airports, schools, etc. There were hardly anywhere, home or organization that you will not find sanitizers and clean water dispensers for hand-washing strategically stationed. 798 respondents from the University of Calabar (staff and students) were surveyed as well as five key informants for in-depth information on what has become of the healthy hygienic practices, and to determine whether Nigerian...

Mediterranean Journal of Social Sciences, 2018

One of the greatest challenges confronting the government in Nigeria today is the need to reduce ... more One of the greatest challenges confronting the government in Nigeria today is the need to reduce infant and child morbidity and mortality in order to achieve the sustainable development goal 2030. Infant mortality is generally used to describe the death of infants or babies that were born alive but died before their first birthday. There is generally marked inequality in infant death between developed and developing nations but also within them. Culture has been found to influence the health of the people especially in developing countries where majority of the people are traditionally oriented and superstitious. Several cultural values, beliefs and practices have considerable influence on the health behaviour of Nigerians, which has been adopted by pregnant women, and carried over to their children resulting in infant mortality. These cultural beliefs and practices are some of the major reasons for the low patronage of antenatal health care and orthodox medicine. People have remain...

International Journal of Learning and Development, 2013

This study was carried out to investigate family planning behaviours and decision-making among co... more This study was carried out to investigate family planning behaviours and decision-making among couples in Cross River State, Nigeria. The study employed the survey method and questionnaire were admitted to respondents. A combination of stratified, multi-stage and systematic sampling techniques were used to select a sample size of eight hundred and sixty respondents (men and women of reproductive ages) used for the study. Related literatures were reviewed and primary data constituted the inputs used for the analysis of data and test of hypotheses formulated. Frequency distribution tables, simple percentages, pearson"s product moment correlation coefficient and analysis of variance were used. The findings show that spousal communication and the involvement of men in family planning methods enhances the chances of fertility control and increases couples chances of happier life.

European Journal of Interdisciplinary Studies, 2019

The use of social media platforms has over the years become a veritable tool for individuals, gro... more The use of social media platforms has over the years become a veritable tool for individuals, groups, institutions and corporate bodies for the promotion of health and wellness. In recent times, social media has become one of the most potent agents of the media through which health issues are addressed as well as generated and disseminated to different populations in society. The study was conducted to examine social media use and students’ health lifestyle modification in the University of Calabar, Nigeria. It sought to determine the extent to which students’ use of social media (Facebook, Twitter, and WhatsApp) influences the modification of their health-related lifestyles such as eating habits, sexual behaviour, cigarette and alcohol consumption, drug use and the engagement in fitness activities. The study adopted a randomized descriptive survey design and used a sample of 300 undergraduate students. The questionnaire was the main instrument used for collection of data while simp...

Copyright © 2013 Francis Abul Uyang et al. This is an open access article distributed under the C... more Copyright © 2013 Francis Abul Uyang et al. This is an open access article distributed under the Creative Com-mons Attribution License, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, pro-vided the original work is properly cited. This study examined the relationship between factors in communal land conflict and food security in Obudu Local Government Area of Cross River State, Nigeria. Two null hypotheses were formulated based on the selected independent variables of boundary dispute and scramble for other scarce economic resources like oil palm and other economic trees. Using the survey research design, data were collected from 400 randomly selected respondents. The data were statistically analysed using the chi-square (X2) with probability set at the 5 % level of significance. The results showed a significant relationship between boundary dispute and food security in Obudu on one hand and between scramble for scarce economic re-sources and food securi...

Corporate Governance and Organizational Behavior Review, 2023

PLOS ONE

Background COVID-19 testing coverage is limited in Nigeria. Access to rapid SARS-CoV-2 antigen-de... more Background COVID-19 testing coverage is limited in Nigeria. Access to rapid SARS-CoV-2 antigen-detection self-testing kits may help improve the detection of asymptomatic and mildly symptomatic cases and increase the country’s low rate of SARS-CoV-2 testing. Before implementing self-testing in Nigeria, assessing the population’s perceptions regarding this approach is imperative. In mid-2021, an exploratory cross-sectional qualitative research was conducted to investigate stakeholders’ values and preferences for SARS-CoV-2 self-testing in Nigeria. Methods In-person and online semi-structured interviews and focus group discussions with healthcare workers, representatives of civil society, and potential implementors of self-testing delivery programs were used to explore values and perceptions around access to conventional provider-initiated COVID-19 testing. Topics included the public’s values in relation to SARS-CoV-2 self-testing, the safe and effective use of SARS-CoV-2 self-testing,...

International Journal of Public Health Science (IJPHS)

This study aimed to evaluate the extent to which health practitioners in Cross River state, Niger... more This study aimed to evaluate the extent to which health practitioners in Cross River state, Nigeria, use social media for patient care and to assess the barriers militating against its liberal use for patient care. The study adopted the cross-sectional survey design and used 550 respondents selected through the cluster, simple random and purposive sampling techniques, from selected secondary and tertiary health facilities. Furthermore, quantitative and qualitative methods involving the questionnaire and key informant interview respectively were used to elicit information from respondents. Quantitative data were analyzed using descriptive statistics while content analysis was used to handle qualitative data. The result of data analysis revealed that health practitioners in Cross River state, Nigeria do social media use for patient care very minimally and this is attributed to a wide range of factors, including the absence of a clear-cut regulatory framework governing social media use...

Frontiers in Public Health, Sep 15, 2022

Background: Health workers in low-and middle-income countries are increasingly demanded to collec... more Background: Health workers in low-and middle-income countries are increasingly demanded to collect more and more data to report them to higher levels of the health information system (HIS), in detriment of useful data for clinical and public health decision-making, potentially compromising the quality of their health care provison. In order to support health workers' decision-making, we engaged with partners in Côte d'Ivoire, Mozambique and Nigeria in a research project to conceive, design, produce, implement and test paper-based health information tools: the PHISICC tools. Our aim was to understand the use of PHISICC tools by health workers and to improve them based on their feedback. Methods: The design Health Facility Laboratories (HF Labs) in Côte d'Ivoire and in Nigeria were set up after months of use of PHISICC tools. Activities were structured in three phases or 'sprints' of co-creative research. We used a transdisciplinary approach, including anthropology and Human Centered Design (HCD), observations, shadowing, structured interviews and cocreation.

African Journal of AIDS Research

The presents of ecotourism potentials in Cross River State has caused many scholars in the indust... more The presents of ecotourism potentials in Cross River State has caused many scholars in the industry to question why the ecotourism potentials have not been fully explored by people especially the enclave communities within the ecotourism zones. However, two ecotourism zones were used which include Cross River State National Park and Okwangwo and two communities were selected from each zone. Two hundred respondents were used for this study of which fifty questionnaires were randomly distributed to each of the community. The questionnaires were design to capture the people perception of ecotourism and findings revealed that there was a low awareness and knowledge of ecotourism in the area. Besides, majority of the sampled population expressed indifference with regards to ecotourism. Therefore, adequate education on ecotourism most be given to the people especially to communities within the ecotourism zones in Cross River State.

Journal of Educational and Social Research, May 5, 2022

The provision of information on HIV/AIDS in Nigeria's secondary schools is often considered inade... more The provision of information on HIV/AIDS in Nigeria's secondary schools is often considered inadequate to prevent or limit the scourge among teenagers. In this study, we examined the sources of information for secondary school students on prevalence of the disease in the southern senatorial district of Cross River State, Nigeria. The sources examined included parents, teachers, the social media, health care professionals and the mass media. Eight hundred students in five randomly selected secondary schools were sampled for questionnaire administration, of which 789 were retrieved for analysis. Majority of the students had some knowledge of the causes, mode of transmission, and preventive measures of HIV/AIDS, but they lacked adequate access to the various sources of more specific information available on the subject matter. Only 187 respondents (23.7%) agreed that their parents taught them about sex education in connection with HIV/AIDS. Our data showed low parental knowledge of the spread of the disease, hence the inadequate education of their wards. About 78% of the respondents agreed that the social media provided more information on HIV/AIDS. However, nearly all the respondents (about 92%) did not use social media sites because they had no access to browsing phones or computers. Many of the respondents heard about HIV/AIDS from health counselors and community health workers in their areas of residence. The overall results indicated that prevalence of HIV/AIDS in the study area could be moderated by knowledge of the disease facilitated by adequate information and increased awareness. There is need to intensify the awareness through the mass media and other outlets considered in this study, starting from the home.

African Journal of AIDS Research

SSRN Electronic Journal, 2022

Background: Nigeria has been badly affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, and the poor testing covera... more Background: Nigeria has been badly affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, and the poor testing coverage in the country may make controlling the spread of COVID-19 challenging. Self-testing could help to address this gap. The aim of this study was to assess the acceptability of SARS-CoV-2 self-testing among the general population in Nigeria. Methods: A household-based survey was conducted in five Nigerian states in mid-2021. A five-pronged, probabilistic sampling approach was used to recruit respondents, and a 35-item questionnaire was used to collect data on key variables, such as willingness to use and to pay for a SARS-CoV-2 self-test and likely actions following a positive result. Bivariate and multivariate regression analyses were performed. Findings: Of 2126 respondents, (969 were female), 14 (0·66%) were aware of COVID-19 self-testing, 1738 (81·80%) agreed with the idea of people being able to self-test for COVID-19, 1786 (84·05%) were likely/very likely to use self-tests if avail...

Mediterranean Journal of Social Sciences, 2013

Alcohol abuse cut-short the academic vision of colleges and universities and may undermine their ... more Alcohol abuse cut-short the academic vision of colleges and universities and may undermine their aspiration of molding future citizens. In Nigeria, alcohol consumption has found its way among undergraduate students, who are normally seen in bars and restaurants including other secluded areas some metres away from the school consuming alcohol. The study examined the effects of alcohol abuse on the academic performance of Social Science Students of the University of Calabar, Nigeria. Data was obtained through the administration of 120 copies of questionnaires to students of the faculty of Social Sciences of University of Calabar, Nigeria. The Participants were approached at their lecture rooms and popular hang-outs within the faculty. Their ages ranged from 15 to 35 years and above. The result revealed that majority of the participants were within the age group of 15 – 35 years, which indeed is the age of risky behaviour characterized by substances use and abuse. For fun, stay wake (n...

Advances in Anthropology, 2013

BackgroundCOVID-19 testing coverage is limited in Nigeria. Access to SARS-CoV-2 self-testing kits... more BackgroundCOVID-19 testing coverage is limited in Nigeria. Access to SARS-CoV-2 self-testing kits may help improve the detection of asymptomatic and mildly symptomatic cases and increase the currently low rate of COVID-19 testing in the country. Before implementing SARS-CoV-2 self-testing in Nigeria, it is imperative to assess the populations’ perceptions regarding this innovation. We therefore conducted a qualitative study to investigate people’s values and preferences for SARS-CoV-2 self-testing in Nigeria.MethodsWe used semi-structured interviews and focus group discussions among healthcare workers, community representatives, and public health implementors to explore values and perceptions around various aspects of COVID-19 testing, including conventional COVID-19 testing, SARS-CoV-2 self-testing, the safe and effective use of SARS-CoV-2 self-testing, actions upon receiving a positive SARS-CoV-2 self-test result, and future prospects for SARS-CoV-2 self-testing.ResultsRespondents...

Revista Amazonia Investiga, 2021

The study investigated development gap in social policy and social problem interaction by examini... more The study investigated development gap in social policy and social problem interaction by examining impact of National Poverty Eradication Programme (NAPEP) on rural communities in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. The specific objectives were to examine the relationship between non-participation of beneficiary communities in NAPEP project design at community level, corruption and policy implementation strategy on rural poverty reduction. The Ex-post facto research design was adopted to study communities in Oron and Udung Uko local government areas in Akwa Ibom State. Using a multistage sampling procedure, data were obtained from 400 respondents using Taro Yamene sample size determination formula. Data were analysed using Chi-square (X2) statistical technique. Main findings indicated that significant relationship exists between non-participation of beneficiary communities in NAPEP project design, corruption, policy implementation and poverty reduction in rural communities. The findings impl...

Developing Country Studies, 2014

This paper seek to evaluate fertility differentials in a rural –urban residents in Cross River St... more This paper seek to evaluate fertility differentials in a rural –urban residents in Cross River State. Two settlements were use which include Anantigha as an urban settlement in Calabar and Bendi as a rural settlement in Obanliku. Ninety households were used for this study of which equal number of questionnaires was randomly distributed in each of the settlement. Findings show that there was no variation in age entry to marriage in the two settlements even though there was a significant difference in fertility differentials in the study area Besides, it was noticed in the study area that family size and composition in the study area does not have any influence on fertility differences. Key w ords: Comparative, Differentials, Fertility, Marriage , Residents.

Micro, small and medium enterprises are critical to socioeconomic development, because of the eno... more Micro, small and medium enterprises are critical to socioeconomic development, because of the enormous contributions that they make to job creation, income generation and society’s stability. Available evidence points to a shrinking small business sub – sector, and this portends worsening socioeconomic conditions for the populace. Although various factors may have accounted for the situation, the focus of this study was to ascertain the relationship between socio-demographic variables and ownership of small - scale business. The study concentrated on the interconnections between gender, age and business ownership. Survey – inferential research design was adopted using a sample of 386 persons. Two hypotheses were tested and the results indicated that there is no significant influence of gender on ownership of small - scale business, and a significant relationship between age and ownership of small - scale business was established. The implications of the research findings include the...

In 2014 the Ebola virus disease became a significant health challenge in much of West Africa, not... more In 2014 the Ebola virus disease became a significant health challenge in much of West Africa, notably Guinea, Liberia, Sierra Leone, even Nigeria. The Ebola epidemic knows no geographical boundary as both developed and developing countries are susceptible to its menace. Key facts about the disease and what could be done to mitigate its spread were awash in both the print and electronic media at the height of its outbreak. There was increased awareness of personal hygiene practices of constant washing of hands and using hand-sanitizers. Body temperature was checked in public places such as airports, schools, etc. There were hardly anywhere, home or organization that you will not find sanitizers and clean water dispensers for hand-washing strategically stationed. 798 respondents from the University of Calabar (staff and students) were surveyed as well as five key informants for in-depth information on what has become of the healthy hygienic practices, and to determine whether Nigerian...

Mediterranean Journal of Social Sciences, 2018

One of the greatest challenges confronting the government in Nigeria today is the need to reduce ... more One of the greatest challenges confronting the government in Nigeria today is the need to reduce infant and child morbidity and mortality in order to achieve the sustainable development goal 2030. Infant mortality is generally used to describe the death of infants or babies that were born alive but died before their first birthday. There is generally marked inequality in infant death between developed and developing nations but also within them. Culture has been found to influence the health of the people especially in developing countries where majority of the people are traditionally oriented and superstitious. Several cultural values, beliefs and practices have considerable influence on the health behaviour of Nigerians, which has been adopted by pregnant women, and carried over to their children resulting in infant mortality. These cultural beliefs and practices are some of the major reasons for the low patronage of antenatal health care and orthodox medicine. People have remain...

International Journal of Learning and Development, 2013

This study was carried out to investigate family planning behaviours and decision-making among co... more This study was carried out to investigate family planning behaviours and decision-making among couples in Cross River State, Nigeria. The study employed the survey method and questionnaire were admitted to respondents. A combination of stratified, multi-stage and systematic sampling techniques were used to select a sample size of eight hundred and sixty respondents (men and women of reproductive ages) used for the study. Related literatures were reviewed and primary data constituted the inputs used for the analysis of data and test of hypotheses formulated. Frequency distribution tables, simple percentages, pearson"s product moment correlation coefficient and analysis of variance were used. The findings show that spousal communication and the involvement of men in family planning methods enhances the chances of fertility control and increases couples chances of happier life.

European Journal of Interdisciplinary Studies, 2019

The use of social media platforms has over the years become a veritable tool for individuals, gro... more The use of social media platforms has over the years become a veritable tool for individuals, groups, institutions and corporate bodies for the promotion of health and wellness. In recent times, social media has become one of the most potent agents of the media through which health issues are addressed as well as generated and disseminated to different populations in society. The study was conducted to examine social media use and students’ health lifestyle modification in the University of Calabar, Nigeria. It sought to determine the extent to which students’ use of social media (Facebook, Twitter, and WhatsApp) influences the modification of their health-related lifestyles such as eating habits, sexual behaviour, cigarette and alcohol consumption, drug use and the engagement in fitness activities. The study adopted a randomized descriptive survey design and used a sample of 300 undergraduate students. The questionnaire was the main instrument used for collection of data while simp...

Copyright © 2013 Francis Abul Uyang et al. This is an open access article distributed under the C... more Copyright © 2013 Francis Abul Uyang et al. This is an open access article distributed under the Creative Com-mons Attribution License, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, pro-vided the original work is properly cited. This study examined the relationship between factors in communal land conflict and food security in Obudu Local Government Area of Cross River State, Nigeria. Two null hypotheses were formulated based on the selected independent variables of boundary dispute and scramble for other scarce economic resources like oil palm and other economic trees. Using the survey research design, data were collected from 400 randomly selected respondents. The data were statistically analysed using the chi-square (X2) with probability set at the 5 % level of significance. The results showed a significant relationship between boundary dispute and food security in Obudu on one hand and between scramble for scarce economic re-sources and food securi...