Survey of Tick Infestations on Pet Dogs in Jalingo Local Government Area, Taraba State

2021 ◽  
Vol 42 (2) ◽  
pp. 228-233
Author(s):  
B.E. Wama ◽  
J. Jonathan ◽  
L.C. Garba ◽  
J.A. Njilmah ◽  
I.O. Aguzie
Keyword(s):  
Local Government ◽  
Random Sampling ◽  
Sampling Method ◽  
Tick Infestation ◽  
Local Government Area ◽  
Pet Dogs ◽  
Dog Owners ◽  
Study Sites

The study investigated the prevalence of tick infestation among pet dogs in Jalingo Metropolis, Taraba State. The study area was fragmented into five study sites namely Kona, Magami Mayo-gwoi, Mile Six and Nukkai areas. Thirty samples were collected from each study sites using random sampling method. The prevalence of ticks infestation on dogs recorded was 80%. Prevalence was significantly different between the sites (χ2 = 13.333, p =0.0098). Amongst the tick genera observed, Ammblyomma had the highest prevalence, 44 (29.3%) followed closely by Ixodes spp., 41 (27.3%), and the least was Dermacentor, 33 (22.0%). Dogs of 108 (72.0%) of the respondent were vaccinated. Dogs of 82 (54.7%) of the respondents received treatment for diseases. Only 71 (47.3%)  respondents used medicated soap, acaricide or chemicals to control dog ectoparasites. Attitudes of dog owners contributes directly or indirectly to tick infestation of dogs in Jalingo metropolis. 

scholarly journals INFESTASI CAPLAK (Boophilus microplus) PADA TERNAK SAPI DI DESA PINABETENGAN KECAMATAN TOMPASO KABUPATEN MINAHASA

ZOOTEC ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 39 (2) ◽  
pp. 387
Author(s):  
Jordan Ch. Konore ◽  
Agustinus Lomboan ◽  
Endang Pudjihastuti ◽  
Srimalasinha Sane ◽  
Meis Nangoy
Keyword(s):  
Random Sampling ◽  
Sampling Method ◽  
Tick Infestation ◽  
Boophilus Microplus ◽  
The Body ◽  
Body Parts ◽  
The North ◽  
Female Cattle ◽  
Head Neck

This research was conducted in Pinabetengan village to calculate the prevalence and preference of tick infestations in cattle in Pinabetengan Village, Tompaso District, Minahasa Regency. This study uses the Purposive Random Sampling method. 64 cattles were used as samples. Collecting ticks starts from the head, neck, back, groin, legs, and tail, then put in a bottle containing 70% alcohol based on the body parts of the animal. Based on the result research   that 30 cattles were found to be infested of tick. Preferences of ticks on body parts of cattle show that at the groin is the most infestation of ticks. The tick infestation preference based on sex it turn out that female cattle are more often infested with tick. Based on the results and discussion it can be concluded that the cattle in the North Pinabetengan village infested with Boophilus microplus tick is 46.9%. Preference for tick infestation on the body parts that are most commonly found in the groin of cattle. Preference for tick infestation in female cattle is 4.38 ticks, while male cattle are 3.33 ticks.Keywords: Ticks, Infestations, Preference, Prevalence, Cow

scholarly journals Building a resilient infrastructure: challenges of rural transportation in Soba Local Government Area, Kaduna State, Nigeria

2021 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 69-82
Author(s):  
Abdulkadir Muhammed Yahaya ◽  
◽  
Hajara Salahudeen ◽  
Dauda Zubairu ◽  
◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Local Government ◽  
Rural Areas ◽  
Sustainable Development Goals ◽  
Sampling Method ◽  
Transportation Network ◽  
Economic Importance ◽  
Local Government Area ◽  
Observation Methods ◽  
Development Goals ◽  
Resilient Infrastructure

Purpose: Despite the economic importance of rural transportation, it is often being neglected. This study is aimed at identifying the challenges of rural transportation in the Soba Local Government Area to recommend measures for tackling them. Research methodology: Both interview and observation methods were applied in data collection and purposive sampling was adopted in choosing rural areas covered by the study. However, 140 interviewees were asked from five areas chosen. The interviewees were transporters, commuters and other stakeholders in rural transportation. Descriptive and inferential techniques were used in data analysis. Results: The results revealed that road conditions were in a deplorable state, about 39% of interviewees considered them bad and only 25% said they were good. About 43% of the interviewees said transport fare was expensive. About 41% of vehicles used were in bad shape, 84% of the interviewees said passengers often spend more than 30 minutes to get a vehicle. The result also showed that there was a significant relationship between good transportation network and economic development. Limitations: The scope of the study should have been wider to cover the whole eleven political wards of the local government area. The sampling method used might not necessarily give a true reflection of what happens. Contribution: Rural transport contributes immensely to the development of the world. It creates jobs, access to markets and infrastructure. This study is consistent with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) goal 9 and 11. Which are aimed at building resilient infrastructure and settlements. Keywords: Local, Government, Area, Rural, Transportation

scholarly journals Investigation into The Effect of Arabic Incompetence on The Students’ Performance in Islamic Studies in Ibadan South-East Of Oyo State In Nigeria

2016 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 20-31
Author(s):  
Kazeem Adekunle Adegoke
Keyword(s):  
Local Government ◽  
Random Sampling ◽  
Poor Performance ◽  
Arabic Language ◽  
Local Government Area ◽  
Stratified Random Sampling ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Islamic Studies ◽  
Senior Secondary Schools ◽  
Senior Secondary

Abstract This study investigated the effect of incompetence in Arabic language on students’ performances in Islamic studies in the selected senior secondary schools in Ibadan South-East Local Government Area of Oyo State, Nigeria. The main objective of this study was to ascertain the argument that the poor performance of senior secondary students in Islamic studies is as a result of incompetence and non-proficiency in Arabic language on the side of learners and teachers. The methodology employed in this study was the quantitative approach. Location of the study was Ibadan South-East Local Government Area of Oyo State. Teachers of Islamic studies and students were randomly selected using the stratified random sampling technique from six senior secondary schools. The data gathered were analysed using simple percentages and chi-square statistical analysis. The findings revealed that significant number of students in Senior Secondary School’s poor performance in Islamic studies was due to their incompetence in Arabic as a result of their lack of exposure to the Arabic language and their poor background in Arabic from the previous classes. It also revealed that some of their teachers in Islamic studies were not competent in Arabic reading and writing. Abstrak Penelitian ini menginvestigasi efek ketidakmampuan bahasa Arab terhadap kinerja siswa studi Islam di sekolah-sekolah menengah atas terpilih di Ibadan Tenggara, di Area Pemerintahan Daerah Negara Oyo, Nigeria. Tujuan utama penelitian ini untuk menegaskan argumen bahwa buruknya kinerja siswa sekolah menengah atas pada studi Islam adalah akibat dari ketidakmampuan dan ketidakmahiran bahasa Arab pada peserta didik dan guru. Metode penelitian pendekatan kuantitatif. Lokasi penelitian adalah di Area Pemerintah Daerah Ibadan Tenggara Negara Oyo. Guru dan siswa program studi Islam dipilih secara acak menggunakan teknik stratified random sampling dari enam sekolah menengah atas. Data yang terkumpul dianalisis dengan menggunakan persentase sederhana dan analisis statistik chi-square. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan buruknya kinerja sebagian besar siswa sekolah menengah atas studi Islam adalah karena ketidakmampuan mereka dalam bahasa Arab sebagai akibat dari kurangnya eksposisi terhadap bahasa Arab dan kurangnya latar belakang bahasa Arab mereka dari kelas sebelumnya. Penelitian ini juga mengungkapkan bahwa beberapa guru mereka pada program studi Islam tidak kompeten dalam membaca dan menulis bahasa Arab.   How to Cite : Kazeem Adekunle Adegoke. (2016). Investigation into The Effect of Arabic Incompetence on The Students’ Performance in Islamic Studies in Ibadan South-East Of Oyo State In Nigeria. TARBIYA: Journal Of Education In Muslim Society, 3(1), 20-31. doi:10.15408/tjems.v3i1.3374. Permalink/DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.15408/tjems.v3i1.3374  

scholarly journals Community Participation in The Provision and Maintenance of Self –Help Projects in Michika Local Government Area Adamawa State, Nigeria

2018 ◽  
Vol 6 (7) ◽  
pp. 26-32
Author(s):  
Samuel Hyellamada Jerry ◽  
Alfred D. Mshelia ◽  
Njamba John Guli
Keyword(s):  
Local Government ◽  
Community Participation ◽  
Random Sampling ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Local Government Area ◽  
Government Support ◽  
Questionnaire Data ◽  
Self Help ◽  
The Face ◽  
Spss Software

This study investigated community participation in self-help projects in Michika Local Government Area of Adamawa State, Nigeria. The sample size of the study comprises 100 respondents from 5 selected district out of the 8 districts that make up the Local Government Area. The samples size were made up of 32 females and 68 males from the five districts drawn through stratified random sampling technique. The instrument for data collection was a structured set of questionnaire. Data collected were analyzed using simple descriptive statistical techniques which was summarize with the use of SPSS software. The result of the study shows the presence of facilities built by community self-help projects in Michika Local Government Area as affirmed by 98% of the respondents. The level of community participation is high (43% of respondents) with regards to engaging in self – help project in the face of government neglect or dwindling resources. The result also showed that the major constraints facing community self-help projects in Michika Local Government Area according to respondent is (48%) lack of government support (14%) and awareness (17%). The study recommend the need to create more enlightenment amongst the community with regards to their participation in executing self-help projects and the need for government to support these initiatives with finance and materials.

scholarly journals Economics of Yam (Dioscoreaceae Dioscorea) Marketing: New Insights from Bosso Local Government Area of Niger State, Nigeria.

2017 ◽  
Author(s):  
Festus Victor Bekun
Keyword(s):  
Local Government ◽  
Random Sampling ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Local Government Area ◽  
Descriptive Statistics ◽  
Statistical Tools ◽  
Agricultural Marketing ◽  
Efficient System ◽  
The Family ◽  
Marketing Operation

This current study examines the economics of yam marketing in Bosso local government area of Niger State Nigeria, to this end, statistical tools such as descriptive statistics, marketing margin model, and regression analysis procedures was utilized as estimation techniques. The study relies on random sampling technique of selected 80 yam marketers. The motivation for this study, rest on the dominance of yam marketing operation in the study area as well as the need to chart a better and more efficient system of agricultural marketing for yam marketers in the sampled area. The empirical result reveals that an overwhelming majority (95.1%) of the marketers were 21-50 years of age with 6 years and above of marketing experience dominating (90%). However, most of the yam marketers started the business with capital base of N1,000- N20,000, it was also discovered was that majority (58.8%) of the marketers were female and within their active age with mean age of 35 years which goes to show that female can contribute to the responsibility of the family. The study also seeks to explore marketer’s preference for source of funding either from the formal institutions such as (Banks and Co-operatives) or the informal institutions (from friends or relatives) which is key in the effective and efficient in yam marketing. Finally, the study is set out to find out potential constraints to the attainment of the full gains of yam marketing in the study area and offer workable and visible remedy.

scholarly journals Marketing, distribution and consumption of fish in Ido Local Government Area, Oyo State, Nigeria

Agro-Science ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 20 (2) ◽  
pp. 68-73
Author(s):  
F.A. Azeez ◽  
G.B. Kabir ◽  
M.A. Amoo ◽  
M.O. Nosiru
Keyword(s):  
Regression Analysis ◽  
Local Government ◽  
Random Sampling ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Local Government Area ◽  
Descriptive Statistics ◽  
Fish Production ◽  
Economic Prospect ◽  
Improved Technology ◽  
Fish Marketing

Like other developing countries, Nigeria faces a lot of problems confronting fish marketing such as dwindling profit due to fish spoilage as post-harvest losses occur more frequently particularly in the rainy reason, lack of improved technology for the management of fish production, inefficient harvesting methods and wastefulness due to lack of infrastructural facilities. This study assessed fish marketing, distribution and consumption in Ido Local Government Area (LGA), Oyo State, Nigeria. A two-stage random sampling technique was usedwhile descriptive statistics (frequency distribution and percentage frequencies) and inferential statistics (such as multiple regression analysis and budgetary analysis) were used for the analysis. The study concluded that fish marketing was a profitable business though with a small profit margin. The study thus recommended that micro lending programmes should be given a needful attention and priority to increase the entrepreneurs’ income and bring about a massive economic prospect for Ido LGA in particular and Oyo State Nigeria in general. Key words: constraints, consumption, determinant, fish, marketing, profit

Influence of Motivation on the Performance of Secondary School Teachers in Shagari Local Government, Sokoto State, Nigeria

2018 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 39-48
Author(s):  
Sani Bello Karoga ◽  
Amina Hassan
Keyword(s):  
Local Government ◽  
Secondary School ◽  
Random Sampling ◽  
Secondary School Teachers ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Local Government Area ◽  
School Teachers ◽  
Monetary Rewards ◽  
Ex Post ◽  
Ex Post Facto

This study investigated the influence of motivation on the performance of Secondary school teachers in Shagari Local Government Area Sokoto state, Nigeria. The researchers used ex-post- facto design. All the four schools in the area were included in the study. The sample size used was 121 teachers and the sample was selected using simple random sampling. Reliability Coefficients yielded a Cronbach's alpha of .8. The data was analysed using regression analysis. The main finding of the study was that motivation has statistically significant influence on the performance of secondary school teachers in Shagari Local Government Area. The findings further indicated that nonmonetary motivation had greater contribution than monetary motivation on school teachers' performance in Shagari local government. In order to boost teachers motivation to perform efficiently and effectively, the study recommended that the teachers' monetary rewards should be maintained at the level that can satisfy their basic needs and all the other teachers entitlement should be given to them handsomely. Implementation of all the above recommendations will boost the morale of teachers to perform effectively.

scholarly journals Analysis of Structure and Efficiency of Cassava Marketing in Ado-Ekiti Local Government Area of Ekiti State, Nigeria

2020 ◽  
Vol 27 (2) ◽  
pp. 62-69
Author(s):  
H. Egwuma ◽  
A.E. Muhammed ◽  
O.A. Ojeleye ◽  
Y.U. Oladimeji ◽  
A.A. Hassan
Keyword(s):  
Local Government ◽  
Gini Coefficient ◽  
Sampling Method ◽  
Market Concentration ◽  
Local Government Area ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Market Conditions ◽  
Marketing Efficiency ◽  
Multistage Sampling ◽  
Distribution Of Income

The study examined the structure and marketing efficiency of cassava in Ado-Ekiti Local Government Area of Ekiti State, Nigeria. Primary data were obtained using structured questionnaires and multistage sampling method was employed to select 183 respondents comprising 93 farmers and 90 marketers. The Herfindahl-Hirschman Index and Gini Coefficient were used to measure the degree of market concentration and the nature of competition in the market. The Herfindahl-Hirschman indices were 0.323, 0.346, and 0.316 for farmers, wholesalers, and retailers, respectively, suggesting that the market was uncompetitive at all levels. The computed values of Gini coefficient for cassava farmers, wholesalers, and retailers were 0.532, 0.465, and 0.569, respectively, indicating uneven distribution of income and uncompetitive market conditions. Two channels of cassava marketing were identified and the study demonstrates that the farmer-wholesaler-retailer-consumer channel had higher marketing efficiency and thus provides marketers with better opportunities for making more profits. Based on the findings, it is recommended that micro credit facilities should be made accessible to market actors to encourage investment and improve efficiency in cassava marketing. Keywords: Cassava, marketing efficiency, Ekiti, Herfindahl-Hirschman Index, Gini Coefficient

scholarly journals Food Security status of rural farming households in Iwo, Ayedire and Ayedaade local government areas of Osun state, south-westerrn Nigeria

2013 ◽  
Vol 13 (60) ◽  
pp. 8209-8223
Author(s):  
OR Adeniyi ◽  
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OA Ojo
Keyword(s):  
Food Security ◽  
Local Government ◽  
Food Insecurity ◽  
Random Sampling ◽  
Local Governments ◽  
Sampling Method ◽  
Household Food Security ◽  
Food Security Status ◽  
Food Insecure Households ◽  
Farming Households

This research work reports on the food security status of rural farming households in selected Local Government Areas (LGA’s) of Osun State in the South-west Geopolitical zone of Nigeria. The objectives were to estimate extent and magnitude of food insecurity in the study area and determine factors that affect household food security. Three of the thirty LGA’s were selected using stratified random sampling method, based on the geographical location, extent and number of rural population and variations in the socio-economic characteristics of households. The LGA’s were Iwo, Ayedaade and Ayedire. Fifty rural households were then selected from each of the local governments using the random sampling method. One hundred and fifty copies of the questionnaire were administered out of which 103 fully completed and certified responses were used as representative samples for the study area. Food security status of the households was analyzed based on the calorie requirement for all household members. The food security measures applied in this research were Head Count Method, Food Insecurity Gap and Squared Food Insecurity Gap to capture successively more detailed aspects of the food insecurity status of the households. It was found that majority of the rural farming households in the area were food insecure as most of them subsist below the food security line which is 2,280 Kcal in this study. Using the recommended calorie approach, it was discovered that 69.9% of the population were food insecure. In comparison to food insecure households, food secure households have a small family size, earn a high monthly income and make use of modern farm inputs. It is, therefore, advised that food security policy strategies to be put in place by the government should consider the socio-economic characteristics of households in order to achieve more than a marginal reduction in the number of food insecure households.

scholarly journals KOMPOSISI JENIS KEONG POTAMIDIDAE DI EKOSISTEM MANGROVE KAWASAN PERTAMBAKAN PROBOLINGGO JAWA TIMUR

2019 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 208-221
Author(s):  
Ucu Yanu Arbi ◽  
Hendrik Alexander William Cappenberg ◽  
Yaya Ihya Ulumuddin ◽  
Mujizat Kawaroe ◽  
Ristiyanti Marsetyowati Marwoto
Keyword(s):  
Random Sampling ◽  
Mangrove Forest ◽  
Ecosystem Health ◽  
Sampling Method ◽  
Mangrove Ecosystem ◽  
Ocean Current ◽  
Narrow Strip ◽  
Mangrove Vegetation ◽  
Study Sites ◽  
Mangrove Trees

Terletak di sekitar Selat Madura, Kabupaten dan Kota Probolinggo merupakan habitat dari vegetasi mangrove, tetapi keberadaan hutan mangrove di lokasi ini sebagian besar telah dikonversi menjadi areal pertambakan. Vegetasi mangrove yang tersisa tumbuh hanya di pematang tambak dan di sekitar bagian pantai. Potamididae merupakan satu-satunya famili dari gastropoda dimana semua anggotanya hanya dapat ditemukan berasosiasi dengan vegetasi mangrove. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui komposisi spesies keong Potamididae di areal pertambakan Probolinggo. Penelitian dilakukan pada bulan Februari dan April 2013 menggunakan metode Purposive Random Sampling di tujuh stasiun penelitian. Identifikasi spesies keong Potamididae dilakukan terutama berdasarkan karakter morfologi cangkang. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa delapan spesies keong Famili Potamididae ditemukan pada lokasi ini. Keberadaan vegetasi mangrove, jarak terdekat dengan garis pantai, suhu, salinitas dan pola arus serta pasang surut air laut dicatat sebagai faktor pendukung pertumbuhan dan perkembangan keong di lokasi penelitian. Hasil dari penelitian ini diharapkan dapat membuka peluang penelitian selanjutnya untuk mengetahui peran dan pengaruh keong Potamididae bagi kesehatan ekosistem habitat mangrove di area pertambakan.COMPOSITION OF POTAMIDID SNAILS IN THE MANGROVE ECOSYSTEM OF PROBOLINGGO POND AREA, EAST JAVA. Located around Madura Strait, Probolinggo City and Regency is a home for mangrove vegetation, but the mangrove forest in this are mostly has been converted into aquaculture ponds. The mangrove relic grows in the pond embankment and the narrow strip along the seaside. Potamididae is the only family of gastropods in which all members can only found associated with mangrove vegetation. The aim of this research was to determine species composition of potamidid snails in the pond environment of Probolinggo. The research was conducted in February and April 2013 using Purposive Random Sampling method in seven sampling stations. The species identification of the snails was based primarily on morphological shell characters. The results showed that eight species of Family Potamididae were found at the sites. The presence of mangrove trees, the distance to nearest coastline, temperature, salinity, and the pattern of ocean current and tide seemed to support the snails to grow and thrive in the study sites. The results of this study are expected to open up opportunities for further research to determine the role and influence of potamidid snails on the ecosystem health of mangrove habitat in the pond environment.

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