Journal of Humanities, Social Science and Creative Arts

CONVERSATIONAL DISCOURSE AND STUDENTS’ PERFORMANCE IN BASIC SCIENCE CLASSROOM IN SELECTED SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN ABEOKUTA NORTH LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, OGUN STATE

A. IFEANYI — 2026-05-13

Learning a language in the classroom is a consequence of the exposure of the learner to the linguistic environment manifested in the interaction between the participants in that context. This study examined the conversational discourse of the science classroom in urban and rural schools, private and public schools and the relationship between classroom discourse and students’ performance. Two hundred students were randomly selected from four schools, (2 private and 2 public), two each from urban and rural areas, in Abeokuta North Local Government Area of Ogun State Nigeria. The data gathering tools included a tape-recorder, researchers’ observation notes and a performance test. Data were analysed using bar charts, percentages and graphs. Urban schools (86.0%) outperformed rural schools (62.0%) in terms of students’ achievement. Private schools, both urban (86.0%) and rural (56.0%), performed better than the public schools (urban (62%) vs rural (52%). Rural classrooms showed higher rate of code-mixing (65%) and switching (22%) in conversational discource, whereas, urban schools had minimal code-mixing (0.13%). Based on these findings, teachers in rural regions should limit usage of code-mixing and switching to increase students’ comprehension. Public schools should encourage students’ participation in class sessions and teachers should ensure that teachings are aligned with the English language medium of assessment. Workshops and seminars on successful interactive classroom communication should be held to assist teachers improve their instructional techniques.

PSYCHOLOGICAL RESILIENCE AND PERCEIVED SOCIAL SUPPORT AS PREDICTORS OF SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT AMONG HEALTHCARE WORKERS AT UNIVERSITY COLLEGE HOSPITAL IBADAN POST-COVID-19

E. A. ESSIEN — 2026-05-13

In the post-COVID-19 era, healthcare workers faced unique challenges that impact their ability to contribute to sustainable development within their organizations. Psychological resilience and perceived social support are crucial factors that can influence these outcomes. This study explored the role of psychological resilience and perceived social support in predicting sustainable development among healthcare workers at the University College Hospital, Ibadan. A cross-sectional survey design was employed, involving a total population of 312 healthcare workers aged 22-60 years (mean age = 31.97; SD = 9.74). Participants were recruited using a stratified random sampling technique. Data were collected using: the Psychological Resilience Scale (PRS); the Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support (MSPSS) and the Sustainable Development Perception Scale (SDPS). Descriptive statistics, Pearson correlation matrix, and multiple regression models were used for data analysis. Psychological resilience significantly predicted sustainable development [R² = 0.04, F(1, 310) = 11.70, p < .05], explaining 4% of the variance. Perceived social support significantly predicted sustainable development [R² = 0.07, F(1, 310) = 16.97, p < .05], accounting for 7% of the variance. Psychological resilience and perceived social support together significantly predicted sustainable development [R² = 0.10, F(2, 309) = 17.20, p < .05], jointly explaining 10% of the variance. Combined influence of psychological resilience and social support was a strong predictor of sustainable development perceptions among healthcare workers. Individual factors such as psychological resilience played a significant role in sustainable development among health workers while presence of robust social support systems amplifies these effects. These findings support the development of hospital-wide policies that integrate resilience training into staff development programmes and strengthen social support networks through structured peer mentoring, regular debriefing sessions, and accessible mental health services. The study underscores the importance of psychological resilience and perceived social support in fostering sustainable development within healthcare settings.

EFFECTS OF SALES PROMOTION ON BRAND LOYALTY: EVIDENCE FROM THE POWDERED MILK SEGMENT IN LAGOS STATE, NIGERIA

S. A. SANNI-BAMIGBADE — 2026-05-13

Nigeria’s fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) market is under pressure from inflation and declining household incomes, making consumers more responsive to promotions. In powdered milk, where brands such as Peak, Dano, Cowbell, and Loya compete closely, promotions strongly shape consumer choice. This study examined the effects of price discounts and free samples on brand loyalty in Lagos supermarkets, guided by the Theory of Planned Behaviour and Diffusion of Innovation Theory. A descriptive survey design was used. Primary data were obtained from 191 supermarket shoppers across Ikeja, Ilupeju, and Somolu using a structured questionnaire. Responses on socio-demographics, promotion awareness, and loyalty behaviour were rated on a five-point Likert scale. Data were analyzed with descriptive statistics, Pearson correlation, and simple regression in SPSS. Both promotional tools significantly influenced loyalty. Price discounts explained 51.7% of the variance (R² = .517, β = .719), while free samples explained 74.6% (R² = .746, β = .864), indicating that while discounts drive short-term sales, samples contribute more to sustained loyalty. The study concluded that promotional strategies are vital for FMCG competitiveness in Nigeria.

MEDIA REPORTAGE OF POLICE HARASSMENT AND BRUTALITY OF NIGERIANS: A STUDY OF THE PUNCH AND THE GUARDIAN NEWSPAPERS

O. F. AKINKOYA — 2026-05-13

Mass media keep the members of a society well informed about what is happening around them, and failure on this duty could result to public distrust in the media. Social ills of police brutality and harassment have resulted into death of young Nigerians, just as many are maimed and imprisoned unjustly, which has culminated into anger from various quarters, with resultant protests experienced in Nigeria in recent times. In view of this, this study was conducted as a content analysis of media reportage of police harassment and brutality of Nigerians. The population of this study were the Punch and Guardian newspapers (July to September, 2021) and a multistage sampling technique deployed with purposive and systematic sampling technique to draw the sample size. It was discovered that a gap exists in newspaper reportage of contents on Police Harassment and brutality against Nigerians. Less prominence is given to the issue of a social menace that could degenerate into violence and unrest in the country. There were no editorial, opinion, feature writing, letter to the editor or carton on the focus of the study, but mainly straight news stories and pictures. Bribery and extortion were the leading themes in the categorisation of harassment and brutality. The study, therefore, recommends that stories on police brutality and harassment should be given more prominence and frequent reportage for quality public engagement on the issue and to maintain public trust in the mass media as agent of positive change.

GUINEA CORN (SORGHUM VULGARE): LEAVES A POTENTIAL SOURCE OF TEXTILE DYE FOR NATURAL AND MAN - MADE FABRICS IN NIGERIA

O. O. BRAIDE — 2026-05-13

This study examined colour shades, dye quantity and fastness properties of dye extracted from guinea corn leaf, (Sorghum vulgare) for the dyeing of natural and man-made fabric. The dye component extracted from sorghum vulgare was tested for washing and light fastness. The leaves were dried at room temperature for two weeks before drying in the oven at 60^oC for 2 hrs for easy blending to powder. Ethanol, Methanol and Acetone solvents were used for extraction at cold and hot conditions and Soxhlet methods. Three different yarn types were used as substrate: cotton, wool and polyester. The quantity of crude dye extracted using 200 gm of guinea corn leave powder and 250 ml of solvent for hot extraction is 1.53 gm and cold1.61 gm. with ethanol, methanol 0.98 gm (Hot) and 1.01 gm (Cold) and Acetone 0.92 gm (Hot) and 0.94 gm (cold).The sample colour was burgundy but with the solvent interaction and temperature the colours under hot condition (78^oC) ranges from dirty red to dull brown and under cold (23^oC) red brown to cartoon brown. Colour range test, L value under cold dyeing conditions, the real sample showed a lightness value of 10.62 and the controlled sample 11.12, indicating moderately dark shades. However, under hot dyeing conditions, these values dropped to 6.55 gm and 6.71gm respectively, at 40% reduction in lightness. Hot dyeing produced darker fabrics but, it diminished colour vibrancy. Redness values reduced by approximately 26% under hot conditions, while yellowness dropped by 58%. This inverse relationship suggests that Sorghum vulgare contains multiple colour components with different temperature requirements.

EFFECTS OF TRAINING ON THE ACTIVITIES OF EXTENSION STAFF OF AGRICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMMES IN NORTH-EAST, NIGERIA

Y. JOSHUA — 2026-05-13

The history of training in business organizations is as long old as the entire history of business organizations. This study assessed the effects of training design and implementation on post-training activities of extension staff of Agricultural Development Programmes (ADPs) in North-east Nigeria. Multi-stage sampling procedure was used to select 197 respondents from Gombe, Taraba and Yobe States ADPs. A structured questionnaire was used to obtain data on respondents’ personal characteristics of respondents, methods used for selecting staff for training and perceived constraints to post-training activities. Data were analysed using descriptive and inferential statistics. 73.1% of the respondents were male, 91.4% married with mean age of 44 years and work experience of 18 years. Most of the respondents 92.9% had tertiary education and majority (26.9%) were Village Extension Agents. Furthermore, 53.8% reported there was follow-up after training. There was a significant association between educational level (χ² = 2.84, p<0.05) and post training activities. Pearson Product Moment Correlation showed that there were positive and significant relationships (p<0.05) between age (r = 0.16), work experience (r = 0.16) and post training activities. There were significant differences in post-training activities (F = 29.18, p>0.05) across the three selected States. It was concluded that very weak follow-up after training decreases job performance. It was recommended that management of agricultural organizations should ensure placing emphasis on efficient follow-up of trainees for effectiveness of training.

CREATIVE USE AND ACCEPTABILITY OF YORUBA HAND-WOVEN CLOTH (ASO-OKE) FOR FASHION ACCESSORIES AMONG FEMALE STUDENTS OF FEDERAL UNIVERSITY OF AGRICULTURE ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA

O. O. BRAIDE — 2026-05-13

The traditional hand-woven cloth of the Yoruba people of southwestern Nigeria, Aso-Oke, is predominantly used for cultural ceremonies, which has limited its everyday relevance and contributed to declining patronage. This study examined the creative use and acceptability of Aso-Oke for fashion accessories among female students of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Ogun State, Nigeria. A total of 279 respondents were selected using a simple random sampling technique. Data were collected through a structured questionnaire and analyzed using descriptive statistics, including percentages, mean, and standard deviation. Although more than half (59.9%) of the respondents were aware of Aso-Oke accessories, majority (69.5%) did not own any. However, a high proportion expressed willingness to use (66.3%) and purchase (68.5%) such products. The overall acceptability mean score of 4.03, which is above the benchmark, indicates a positive perception of Aso-Oke accessories in terms of aesthetics, durability, and cultural value. The study further showed that products such as footwear, handbags, jewelry packs, and wristbands significantly influenced acceptability. The study concluded that creative transformation of Aso-Oke into fashion accessories enhances its relevance among young consumers and has strong potential for cultural preservation and economic development. It is therefore recommended that production and marketing of Aso-Oke-based accessories be encouraged at both local and international levels to improve income generation and sustain indigenous textile heritage.

ASSESSMENT OF PSYCHOSOCIAL BEHAVIOUR OF FEMALE SCHOOL DROPOUTS: EXPERIENCE FROM SOUTH-WEST, NIGERIA

A. OLAIFA — 2026-05-13

he menace of female school-drop-outs is becoming an all-pervading phenomenon in Nigeria. The level of vulnerability female school-drop-outs to myriad of social ills is alarming and this has inhibited their role performance as mothers, wives, peace builders and crucial social support for their communities and the country in general. The study sampled 384 out of female adolescent dropouts in South-West Nigeria. The questionnaire was subjected to face and content validity to ascertain its suitability for the study. The reliability of the questionnaire was tested using split half technique. A reliability coefficient of 0.70 was used to certify the reliability for the study. Data collected were subjected to descriptive statistics of frequency, percentages, mean, standard deviation while inferential statistics of Kruskal Wallis test and chi-square test were used to test the hypotheses. 65.5% of the respondents engaged in gambling; 64.6% engaged in violence, among others, implying that female school drop-outs engage in vices such as gambling, violence, stealing and prostitution. It also indicated that female school dropouts are usually exposed to psycho-social and health related challenges such as stigmatization, depression, alcoholism and sexual promiscuity. Hypothesis tests revealed that there exists significant differences x² (2) – 26.82, P<0.05 in the causes of female dropouts in schools across the selected states and that there is a significant relationship between socio-economic status and the causes of female drop-outs in Southwest Nigeria. The study recommends the scaling up of sex education among youths and skill acquisition to empower female school drop-outs for socio-economic emancipation.

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