Understanding Biblical Sexuality from an African Traditional Cultural Perspective with Reference to Iwoland

Human sexuality can be defined as whole range of physical, emotional, mental,social and spiritual expressions of being male or female. Sexual intercourse isexpressed by various terms or verbs and euphemisms in the Old Testament. In thecontemporary society, sexual immoralities have come from permissive societiesunder the garb of human rights and freedom. The biblical data with respect withother biblical materials share same common traits with Africa waging war againstsexual immoralities. Iwoland like any other African society treats sex with utmostrespect owing to the recognition of the fact that it is divinely ordained for thepurpose of procreation for the race. In order to ensure justice and high moralstandard, Iwo established some taboos and covenants, abrogating or prohibitingsome undesirable actions (with serious appeal to their gods, spirit forces andancestors) and with stiff curses for any breach of those covenants/taboos. It isconcluded that sex is not necessarily wrong in itself. Yet not all sex is physicallyor spiritually beneficial. The fact that people know that certain acts destroyed theirrelationship with the divine, should make one aware that God does reveal Himselfto humanity. It is therefore recommended that people (Christians) should live forGod and not for sexual enjoyment. It is unethical to rejoice in the gift of God andyet neglect the giver. Hence, it is high time proper understanding of sexual purityvia religion is promoted

Overview of Counselling Approaches to Stem Domestic Violence among Intimate Partners

Domestic violence disrupts individual lives and fractures communities, jeopardizing societal peace. This research explores the effectiveness of various counselling approaches in mitigating domestic violence and fostering community peace. The paper delves into the prevalent types of domestic violence and their impact on individuals, families, and the wider social fabric. Besides, the paper identified - Physical abuse, Emotional abuse, Verbal abuse, Sexual abuse, Intimate Partners Violence (IPV) and Economic abuse as most prevalent examples of domestic violence. It then critically examines a range of counselling approaches, including cognitive-behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, and couples therapy. The analysis considers the strengths and limitations of each approach in addressing the root causes of domestic violence, empowering victims, and facilitating healthy behavioural patterns within relationships. Furthermore, the research explores the potential of these counselling approaches to foster community peace. It examines how effectively interventions can transform societal attitudes towards violence, promote healthy relationship models, and empower families and communities to identify and address domestic violence. The research employs a critical review methodology, drawing on scholarly literature, relevant data, and case studies to evaluate the efficacy of counselling approaches in curbing domestic violence and fostering community peace. The findings contributed valuable insights for policymakers, social workers, and mental health professionals working to create safer and more peaceful families and communities

Self-esteem, Parenting Styles and Adolescent Depression among Senior Secondary School Students in Oyo State

This study examined the influence of self-esteem and parenting styles onadolescent depression among senior secondary school students in Oyo State.The study adopted the descriptive survey research design. The population ofthe study comprised of all public SSS 3 students (55,728) of which 2,884 weresampled, using the Multistage sampling procedure. Questionnaire was used togather data. Data was analysed using descriptive and inferential statistics.Result showed: low (mild) level of depression (x?= 2.240); high level of selfesteemin area of self-acceptance (x?= 2.787) and low level in area of selfconfidence(x?= 2.493); authoritarian parenting style is mostly adopted (x?=2.728) by the students’ parents; there is a significant joint influence of selfesteemand parenting styles on adolescent depression (F6, 2540 = 9.974;P<0.05); self-acceptance (? = -.098; t = -2.698; P<0.05), self-confidence (?= -.160; t = 3.009; P<0.05), authoritarian parenting style (? = .151; t =2.991; P<0.05), and permissive parenting style (? = .081; t = 2.317; P<0.05)all have significant relative influence on adolescent depression exceptauthoritative parenting style (? = -.065; t = -.721; P>0.05). The studyrecommended among others that parents should use authoritative parentingstyle

Long-Run Effects of Exchange Rate Policy on Economic: A Case of Nigeria

Very few erudite scholars of economists realised with conviction the intensely unusual, unstable, complicated, unreliable, temporary shock of exchange rate fluctuation in the economy. This study investigates the long run effects of exchange rate fluctuation on economic growth with particular emphasis on Nigeria between 1970-2012.The study identify the gap between recent economy theory and current economic reality in Nigeria using the Ordinary Least Square (OLS) regression techniques to draw out inferences on the exchange rate dynamics and growth. The Overall, finding, reported that real output is negatively influenced by exchange rate, gross capital formation and positively influenced by broad money supply and fiscal balances, suggesting that fiscal discipline exists but currency depreciation persist. In all, appropriate policy towards boosting the national output require stabilization of currency as well as encouraging investment. JEL Classification: F31, F40, F49 Keywords: Long-run effects, exchange rate, macroeconomic indicators, economic growth in Nigeria

Central obesity as a precursor to the metabolic syndrome in the AusDiab study and Mauritius

Evidence from epidemiologic studies that central obesity precedes future metabolic change and does not occur concurrently with the appearance of the blood pressure, glucose, and lipid abnormalities that characterize the metabolic syndrome (MetS) has been lacking. Longitudinal surveys were conducted in Mauritius in 1987, 1992, and 1998, and in Australia in 2000 and 2005 (AusDiab). This analysis included men and women (aged 25 years) in three cohorts: AusDiab 2000&ndash;2005 (n = 5,039), Mauritius 1987&ndash;1992 (n = 2,849), and Mauritius 1987&ndash;1998 (n = 1,999). MetS components included waist circumference, systolic blood pressure, fasting and 2-h postload plasma glucose, high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol, triglycerides, and homeostasis model assessment of insulin sensitivity (HOMA-S) (representing insulin sensitivity). Linear regression was used to determine which baseline components predicted deterioration in other MetS components over 5 years in AusDiab and 5 and 11 years in Mauritius, adjusted for age, sex, and ethnic group. Baseline waist circumference predicted deterioration (P &lt; 0.01) in four of the other six MetS variables tested in AusDiab, five of six in Mauritius 1987&ndash;1992, and four of six in Mauritius 1987&ndash;1998. In contrast, an increase in waist circumference between baseline and follow-up was only predicted by insulin sensitivity (HOMA-S) at baseline, and only in one of the three cohorts. These results suggest that central obesity plays a central role in the development of the MetS and appears to precede the appearance of the other MetS components.<br /

Political Charisma in Western Nigeria: A Study of the Political Programme of Alhaji Adegoke Adelabu.

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Influence of Missiological Training on Trainers’ Competences and Christian Maturity in the Selected Mission Training Institutions in Southwest, Nigeria

Globally, missionaries are supposed to receive prerequisite training tohelp them navigate their mission engagement. However, some stilloperate as if they are sent out unprepared. Despite some empiricalevidence on missiological training and practices among Christianorganisations in Nigeria, there seems to be little attention paid to theinfluence of mission education on trainers’ outcomes. Therefore, thisstudy investigated influence of missiological training (MT) on trainers’competences (TC) and Christian maturity among selected missiontraining institutions in Southwest, Nigeria. Descriptive Survey ResearchDesign was adopted using Trainers’ Competence and OutcomeQuestionnaire (TCOQ) r = .864. Population of the study involves allmission training institutions and trainers, affiliated to NigeriaEvangelical Missions Association (NEMA) with a total sample of 82mission trainers selected from five NEMA- members. MT has asignificant influence on enhancing the trainers’ ability to conceive a well-developed curriculum as rated by 70.7% of the respondents. Influence ofmissiological training on: trainers’ language and culture learningexperiences was rated by respondents as 67.1%, on skills in cross-culturalevangelism and church planting (75.6%), on discipleship and mentorrelationship skills (62.2%), ability to manage people with sensitivity(67.1%) and on trainers’ wisdom and Interaction in cross-cultural anddiverse situations (70.7%), on trainers’ interdisciplinary knowledge (52.4%,); trainers\u27 understanding of theological, socio-political,economic, and ethnic realities (54.9%), understanding local political andsocial situations (62.2%), keeping trainers updated on global missionactivities, and in keeping trainers updated on missiological thinking andwriting (65.9%). MT enhances trainers’ clearer understanding of Missio-Dei was rated high by 85.4% of the respondents, 68.3% on enhancing ashift in worldview, and 80.5% on recognizing that mission is a task for allbelievers, and equipping for effective missionary training in differentcontexts. The study concludes that influence of missiological training wasfound to be significant on: trainers\u27 capacity to effectively run missiontraining programs, trainers’ Christian maturity, on trainers’ ministryskills and experience, on trainers’ interdisciplinary knowledge, and ontrainers’ vision for mission training. Based on this study\u27s findings, it ishighly recommended that more field missionaries should be encouragedto step aside for a while to acquire further educatio

Impact of Microwave Irradiation Energy Levels on Molecular Rotation, Structural, Physicochemical, Proximate and Functional Properties of Potato (Ipomoea batatas) Starch

Starch isolated from potato was subjected to microwave treatment at different energy levels (200 - 800 W) to modify the functional, structural and physicochemical properties, as well as induce molecular rotation of the hydroxyl group on the starch polysaccharide. Proximate analyses revealed that moisture content reduced, while ash, protein, fat and fibre increased after modification. Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy spectra indicated a strong shift in absorption band of OH from 3441 to 3454 cm-1. Optical light microscopy revealed that starch granules were oval and spherical in shape with hyla on some of the granules. Least gelation concentration reduced following microwave treatment. Compared with the native starch, the pasting parameters of the microwave treated starches decreased, with the exception of set­back viscosity for starch modified at 800 W. Onset temperature (TO), peak temperature (TP) and conclusion temperature (TC) of gelatinization increased in microwave treated starches compared with native potato starch. Also, gelatinization enthalpy increased from 8.21 J/g in native starch to 15.39, 16.36, 17.76 and 38.06 J/g in microwave treated starches at 200, 400, 600, and 800 W, respectively. It was concluded that the energy of microwave irradiation can induce and accelerate molecular rotation of the hydroxyl group on the starch polysaccharide

(R1523) Abundant Natural Resources, Ethnic Diversity and Inclusive Growth in Sub-Saharan Africa: A Mathematical Approach

The sub-Saharan African region is blessed with abundant natural resources and diverse ethnic groups, yet the region is dominated by the largest number of poor people worldwide due to inequitable distribution of national income. Existing statistics forecast decay in the quality of lives over the years compared to the continent of Asia that shares similar history with the region. In this paper, a-five dimensional first-order nonlinear ordinary differential equations was formulated to give insight into various factors that shaped dynamics of inclusive growth in sub-Saharan Africa. The validity test was performed based on ample mathematical theorems and the model was found to be valid. The model was then studied qualitatively and quantitatively via stability theory of nonlinear differential equations which depended on the policy success ratio and classical fourth-order Runge-Kutta scheme implemented in maple respectively. The results from the analysis showed that inclusive growth from abundant natural resources and ethnic diversity in sub-Saharan Africa was a function of policy reform whereby an increase in both equitable distribution of national income and accessibility of common man to the goods and services provided by the state to narrow inequality gap was accompanied with a low level of nepotism