Transforming traditional agriculture: Historical background to modern agricultural development in Nigeria

No Abstract. Global Journal of Social Sciences Vol. 6 (2) 2007: pp. 97-10

Climate change and socio-economic development in Botswana

No Abstract. Global Journal of Environmental Science Vol. 6 (2) 2007: pp. 107-11

Implications of Climate Change for Human Health in Nigeria

Abstract. The current climate change is different from previous ones in earth history because it is caused by human activities and is more dramatic in the pace of change. The major objective of the study was to consider the relationships between climate change, air pollution and human health. To achieve the objective of study, the study adopted the theoretical approach by relying heavily on the review of previous studies in the relevant fields of the subject matter. Accordingly, empirical studies on the state of climate change in Nigeria were extensively reviewed, together with the implications of climate change for human health and comfort. The study noted that climate change has raised the mean global temperature by about 0.6 o C, which has caused global warming and is aggravating existing air pollution problems. The direct implication of climate change for human health and comfort is the increased incidence of heat stress and respiratory diseases. The study suggested the adoption of a strategic planning approach in building capacity for coping with climate change-health issues

Tree integration in homestead farms in southeast Nigeria: propositions and evidence.

This paper contributes to wider debates on the dominant factors determining the emergence and sustainability of intermediate systems of forest management in developing countries. The theoretical framework and propositions for analysing tree integration in homestead farms are presented, with reference to southeast Nigeria. The paper argues that, first, at the household level, livelihood strategies constitute the main determinant of the decision to integrate trees in homestead farms. Secondly, induced innovation has a wider and more significant role at the community level than at the household level in encouraging the integration of trees in farms. Thirdly, the sustainability of observed patterns of tree integration is influenced by the interaction of environmental, ecological, political, economic and social factors. Based on these propositions, the paper analyses the internal (household) and external (wider community) factors influencing tree integration in homestead farms in southeast Nigeria

Robustness of personal initiative in moderating entrepreneurial intentions and actions of disabled students

Entrepreneurship is vital in the areas of innovation, job creation, nations’ economic and societal advancement. In view of that, personal initiative is seen to be important in moderating the relationship between intention and entrepreneurial action. This study focuses on investigating the moderating role of personal initiative on intention and entrepreneurial action relationship of disabled students. The study followed a descriptive survey where quantitative approach was employed. A total number of 250 questionnaires were administered to disabled students across the tertiary institutions (Universities, Polytechnics and colleges) in Plateau State and Abuja-Nigeria. Analysis of data involved the use of statistical package for social sciences (SPSS version 22.0). Hypotheses were tested using structural equation model. Results revealed that pedagogy significantly and positively influences entrepreneurial actions. Also, personal initiative (proactiveness, resilience and innovation) moderates the relationship between intention and entrepreneurial actions of disabled students