Analyzing Variables in Wheel of Participation a Synergy in Facilities Management for Enhancing Academic Performance

This study analyzed variables in the wheel of participation advocated by Davidson (1998); in this study, wheel of participation is adopted as synergy in facilities management for the maintenance of university community infrastructure and facilities, to examine the effects of synergy by the local community and the university authority in facilities management for enhancing academic performance in Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, Bauchi (ATBU). 100 questionnaires composed on 5 level-Linkert scales were randomly distributed, Reliability analysis was conducted to check the level of internal consistency among the measuring items, while Multiple Regression Analysis and Structural Equation Modelling with AMOS simultaneously analyzed the effects of the exogenous variables (information, consultation, participation & empowerment) on the endogenous variable (academic excellence) in ATBU. Estimates of the structural model revealed that information sharing, consultation with stakeholders, participation by local community members and empowering stakeholders do not influence academic excellence. While the regression analysis indicated a weak relationship between all the four predictor variables and the academic excellence; and with R2 of 0.029 meant that the predictor variables accounted for only 2.9 % of the variance on academic excellence, thus, 97.1 % is accounted for by other variables not covered in this study. Further studies are recommended to supplement more predictor variables like students´ talent, intuition, flair, willingness to learn (zeal), finance and so on; using the inductive approach

Clinical Characteristics of COVID‑19 in a Tertiary Health Facility in Northeast Nigeria

Aim: The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID‑19), caused by a newly identified β‑coronavirus (severe acute respiratory syndrome  coronavirus‑2), has a varied clinical manifestation. We evaluated the clinical features of COVID‑19 in symptomatic patients that presented for care at a Federal Medical Centre Nguru, Northeast Nigeria. Methodology: In this retrospective cohort study, we reviewed and analyzed relevant information abstracted from the medical records of symptomatic COVID‑19 patients that were managed from March 14 to October 14, 2020, in the facility. Results: Clinical records of 55 symptomatic COVID‑19 patients were evaluated in this study. Their mean age was 49.1 ± 16.3 (females 51.4 ± 15.6, males 48.5 ± 17.2, P = 0.601) with females constituting 47.2% of the studied patients. Fever (87.3%), cough (67.3%), sore throat (49.1%) and rhinorrhea (41.8%) were the most common clinical feature. Other features included difficulty in breathing (25.5%) and ageusia (14.6%). Gastrointestinal symptoms such as diarrhea, vomiting and abdominal pain were seen in 10.9%, 18.2%, and 9.1%, respectively. Twenty‑one (38.2%) patients had a preexisting health condition. Chronic kidney disease was the most common; it was seen in 34% of patients, other common conditions included hypertensive heart disease (24%), and diabetes mellitus (16%). Conclusion: Respiratory symptoms are the most common presentation of COVID‑19 in our setting. However, some patients also presented with additional extrapulmonary symptoms. A significant proportion, 38.2% of symptomatic COVID‑19 patients, had preexisting health  conditions. Keywords: Clinical characteristics, coronavirus disease 2019, Northeast Nigeri

Assessment of probability of pulmonary arterial hypertension among HIV-1 infected patients on haart and its relationship with Cd4 cells Count and viral load

HIV patients are more likely to develop cardiovascular disease than the general population and have a 2500-fold increased risk of developing pulmonary artery hypertension (PAH). HIV associated pulmonary hypertension was said to be more severe and is associated with higher mortality. Methodology: Across-sectional conducted among consecutive HIV patients age greater than 18 years receiving treatment at the antiretroviral therapy (ART) clinic of the Federal Medical Centre Nguru Yobe State Northeastern Nigeria. Results: One hundred and twenty (120) subjects were recruited into the study, thirteen had incomplete data and were excluded from the analysis. There was a significant negative correlation between CD4 cells count with tricuspid regurgitant flow velocity (TRv), pulmonary regurgitant flow velocity (PRv), pulmonary artery trunk diameter (PATd), right ventricular to left ventricular internal diameter (RV/LV) ratio, left ventricular eccentricity index (LVEI), and right atrial area (RAA), while the correlation between CD4 cells count and right ventricular acceleration time (RVAT) was positive and significant. On the other hand, the correlations between viral load and TRv, PRv, PATd, RV/LV ratio, and RAA were positive and significant while that between viral load and RVAT was negative and significant. Conclusions: This study revealed that HIV patients with low CD4 cell count and high viral load had a high probability of developing PAH (significant negative relationship between variables associated with the probability of PAH with CD4 cell count and significant positive relationship with viral load), In HIV patients the probability of developing PAH decreases with adequate treatment (that suppress viral replication and increases CD4 count). We, therefore, recommend routine assessment of the probability of PAH in patients with HIV infection particularly those with low CD4 cell count and high viral load and encourage early commencement of HAART to prevent the development of pulmonary arterial hypertension

Analisis Daya Saing Daerah Analisis Daya Saing Daerah Provinsi Gorontalo Ditinjau Dari Kualitas Hidup dan Pembangunan infrastruktur

The aim of this research for analyzing competitiveness Gorontalo province in reviewed quality of life and infrastructure development. This research method is method research mixed (mixed methods). The aim method research mixed to answer the question of research which cannot be answered with approach “qualitative” or “quantitative” only, mixed method research it also focuses on collecting analysis and document mixing quantitative and qualitative in one study or series of studies there are analysis tools which will be used in this competitiveness analysis is using indicators and scope used by Asia Competitiveness Institute (ACI). Asia Competitiveness Institute (ACI) using a statistical method that is a standardized score (standard number) research result shows that the scope of competitiveness is the scope quality of life and infrastructure development Gorontalo province only four index areas above the average are Gorontalo city, Gorontalo district, and Boalemo district, as well Bone Bolango district be the most competitive with the index of competitiveness in the scope quality of life and infrastructure development above the provincial average while the North Gorontalo district and Pohuwato is still below the provincial average.The aim of this research for analyzing competitiveness Gorontalo province in reviewed quality of life and infrastructure development. This research method is method research mixed (mixed methods). The aim method research mixed to answer the question of research which cannot be answered with approach “qualitative” or “quantitative” only, mixed method research it also focuses on collecting analysis and document mixing quantitative and qualitative in one study or series of studies there are analysis tools which will be used in this competitiveness analysis is using indicators and scope used by Asia Competitiveness Institute (ACI). Asia Competitiveness Institute (ACI) using a statistical method that is a standardized score (standard number) research result shows that the scope of competitiveness is the scope quality of life and infrastructure development Gorontalo province only four index areas above the average are Gorontalo city, Gorontalo district, and Boalemo district, as well Bone Bolango district be the most competitive with the index of competitiveness in the scope quality of life and infrastructure development above the provincial average while the North Gorontalo district and Pohuwato is still below the provincial average

Influence of different roof design parameters on classrooms' thermal performance in tropical savannah climate of Nigeria

Hot weather conditions, seasonal rainfall, intense solar radiation and low relative humidity are the characteristics of tropical savannah climate. Building interiors become overheated in this climatic region due to the effect of heat transfer through the roofs, walls and the openings (doors and windows). The roof is one of the critical components that constitutes about 70% of the overall heat gain in buildings. In classroom buildings, uncomfortable indoor conditions affect staff and students’ teaching and learning, performance and healthy well-being. The purpose of this study is to evaluate and compare the influence of different roof design parameters on the thermal performance of classrooms within the tropical savannah climate of Bauchi city. The study will provide vital information on how to improve the indoor comfort conditions of the secondary school classrooms for better teaching and learning. The studied classrooms have the same dimensions but varied roof design parameters roof (material, colour, angle and room height). Field experiments and observation were used as tools for data collection. Measurements of indoor air temperature and relative humidity were conducted in 3 different case studied classrooms using onset HOBO data loggers (UX100-011) during the lesson periods. Physical characteristics of the classroom buildings such as; types and sizes of doors and windows, walling materials and floor finishes were observed and mapped out to better understand the role of other contributing factors. The data collected were analyzed using MS Excel software. The result indicated that the indoor temperature of the studied classrooms range from 26.89⁰C to 29.56⁰C. This shows that the studied classrooms were thermally uncomfortable and therefore require improvement