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Engineering & Environmental Studies

Navigating the Hurdles of Building Information Modeling (BIM) Implementation in Construction Projects

Authors: Olowolayemo, Oluwaseun Ebenezer; Williams, Opeyemi Samuel; Ogunbode, Akintoye Benson; Mohammed, Mulikat Alake; Kehinde Abiodun

Abstract The construction sector continues to grapple with persistent issues such as cost overruns, inefficiencies, and structural deficiencies.
ISSN: 2714-3643 • Vol. 4, Issue 1 (09,2025)
Download PDF 2025-09-26
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Engineering & Environmental Studies

Financial Implications of Construction Accidents on Building Projects: A Case Study of Ondo State.

Authors: Olowolayemo, Oluwaseun Ebenezer; Williams, Opeyemi Samuel; Ogunbode, Akintoye Benson; Awosusi, Abiodun Racheal; and Adeyeye, Mayowa Faith

Abstract The construction sector is recognized as one of the most high-risk industries worldwide, where accidents often result in considerable financial and organizational setbacks.
ISSN: 2714-3643 • Vol. 4, Issue 1 (09,2025)
Download PDF 2025-09-25
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Engineering & Environmental Studies

Investigation of Design Errors and Their Impact on the Initial Cost of Building Construction Projects

Authors: Ayeni, Olugbenga Festus; Oyediran, Damilare Timothy; and Mohammed Alake Mulikat

Abstract Design errors remain a persistent challenge in building construction projects, often resulting in significant financial and operational consequences.
ISSN: 2714-3643 • Vol. 4, Issue 1 (09,2025)
Download PDF 2025-09-25
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Engineering & Environmental Studies

Study on Microbial and Fungal Load Concentrations from Various Water Sources

Authors: Ulaka, George A.

Abstract The microbial with fungal load concentrations from four water sources (Borehole, Stream, earthen pond and concrete pond waters) within Rufus Giwa Polytechnic, Owo main campus were investigated and compared.
ISSN: 2714-3643 • Vol. 4, Issue 1 (09,2025)
Download PDF 2025-09-25
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Social Science and Communication Studies

Communication Skills and Information Sharing Behaviour of Library and Information Science Undergraduates of Two Federal Universities in South-Western, Nigeria

Authors: OWOLABI Dele John; ADEYEMI Olarinde Marcus; ALLIYU Rasak Ojo

Abstract: This study examines the impact of communication skills and information sharing behaviour of Library and Information Science (LIS) undergraduates in two federal universities in South-western, Nigeria.
ISSN: 2714-3643 • Vol. 4, Issue 1 (09,2025)
Download PDF 2025-09-25
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Engineering & Environmental Studies

Innovative Technologies to Mitigate the Effects of Climate Change: Panacea to Food Crisis in Nigeria

Authors: Adesunloro, G. M., Atoiki, V. O. and Ikeme, E. K.

Abstract: Climate change is already undermining agricultural productivity and food security in Nigeria and the Southwest (including Ekiti State).
ISSN: 2714-3643 • Vol. 4, Issue 1 (09,2025)
Download PDF 2025-09-24
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Engineering & Environmental Studies

Validation of Empirical Propagation Models for Mobile Communication in Federal Polytechnic, Ado-Ekiti through Simulation and Measurement Based

Authors: Oloke, O. R., Aliu, A. A.and Akinleye, A. F.

Abstract: This work uses three widely used models: COST-231 Hata, COST-231 Walfisch-Ikegami (W-I), and the Two-Ray Ground Reflection model to investigate signal propagation and path loss characteristics in a campus environment.
ISSN: 2714-3643 • Vol. 4, Issue 1 (09,2025)
Download PDF 2025-09-24
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Management Studies

Effects of Interest Rate Volatility on Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) Investment Decisions in Ondo State, Nigeria

Authors: Adewumi Adeyemi

Abstract: The study focused on the impact of interest rate volatility on the investment decisions of small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) in Ondo State. SMEs play a crucial role in economic development, and their decision-making process is influenced by several factors, including interest rate volatility.
ISSN: 2714-3643 • Vol. 4, Issue 1 (09,2025)
Download PDF 2025-09-24
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Management Studies

Forensic Accounting in the Local Government Council of Ondo State, Nigeria: A Case Study of Owo Local Government

Authors: FADAKINTE Bukola Veronica and EMMANUEL-Adeyefa Olayinka

Abstract The rising incidence of financial fraud and the limitations of statutory audits in effectively detecting and preventing such activities have heightened the demand for forensic accounting services across various sectors of the economy.
ISSN: 2714-3643 • Vol. 4, Issue 1 (09,2025)
Download PDF 2025-09-24
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Management Studies

Leveraging SWOT Analysis for Sustainable Competitive Advantage in Business Operations in Nigeria

Authors: Adewumi Adeyemi and Adesola Ayodeji Daniel

Abstract The research examines SWOT analysis contributions to sustainable competitive advantage within Nigerian business organisations.
ISSN: 2714-3643 • Vol. 4, Issue 1 (09,2025)
Download PDF 2025-09-23
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Management Studies

Skill Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Innovations as Driven Tools for Economic Development in Digital Era

Authors: Dosunmu, Jokotade Omotayo ; Adeniran, Abigael Olanrewaju; and Fadakinte, Olubunmi Alexander

Abstract: Every country solely depends on innovation, productivity and creativity for them to grow. Entrepreneurship provides the economy with a continuous supply of ideas, skills and innovation necessary to promote competition and the efficient allocation of scarce resources.
ISSN: 2714-3643 • Vol. 4, Issue 1 (09,2025)
Download PDF 2025-09-23
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Management Studies

Tax Revenue and Economic Growth in Nigeria

Authors: Fadakinte, Bukola Veronica; Bello, Ifeoluwa Deborah; and Toluwatope, Ayodeji

Abstract This study explores the relationship between tax revenue and economic growth in Nigeria, focusing on the contributions of petroleum profit tax (PPT), value-added tax (VAT), and company income tax (CIT) to Gross Domestic Product (GDP).
ISSN: 2714-3643 • Vol. 4, Issue 1 (09,2025)
Download PDF 2025-09-23
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Social Science and Communication Studies

Green Practices for Sustainable Development in Office and Information Management

Authors: OLUDELE Lydia Yemisi; ABIODUN Samuel Adebayo; and FADAKINTE Olubunmi Alexander

Abstract: Office management in developing countries is vastly paper-based and involves practices that might be considered not eco-friendly.
ISSN: 2714-3643 • Vol. 4, Issue 1 (09,2025)
Download PDF 2025-09-23
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Social Science and Communication Studies

An Error Analysis of Punctuation and Preposition Usage (PPU) in WhatsApp Group Discourse

Authors: OLAJIDE Titilayo Kemi, AKINOLA Raphael Taiwo, and OSO Ayobamidele Samuel

Abstract WhatsApp group chats provide a platform for interaction among members who belong to the same profession, religion or activity group; offering them the opportunity to congregate virtually, to disseminate (timely) important information and to solicit cooperation on workplace issues.
ISSN: 2714-3643 • Vol. 4, Issue 1 (09,2025)
Download PDF 2025-09-23
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Computer Science

DEVELOPMENT OF AN SMS SPAM FILTERING SYSTEM

Authors: OLOJIDO Joseph Bamikole, OLADIMEJI Banji Julius, and OGBEYE Olatunji Timothy

Abstract: This study presents the development of an SMS spam filtering system using Python, aimed at detecting and blocking unsolicited messages to enhance communication security.
ISSN: 2714-3643 • Vol. 4, Issue 1 (09,2025)
Download PDF 2025-09-22
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Management Studies

Relative Impact of the Volatilities of International Trade and Finance on Economic Growth in Nigeria

Authors: Babade, Isaac Tolu; Fashina, Oluwatoyin Abiola; and Ikudaisi, Olugbenga Lanre

Abstract The study examined the relative impact of volatilities of International Trade and Finance on Economic Growth in Nigeria. The study made use of Secondary data from 1970 to 2023.
ISSN: 2714-3643 • Vol. 4, Issue 1 (09,2025)
Download PDF 2025-09-22
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Agricultural Technology

UTILIZATION OF SOIL MANAGEMENT PRACTICES AMONG ROOT AND TUBER CROP FARMERS IN ASA LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF KWARA STATE, NIGERIA

Authors: Alaya Abdullateef Kayode,Lawal Wasiu Sesan Mohammed Sani Bashir and Kareem Adekunle Saheed

Abstract: One of the most severe threats to the sustainability of crop production in Nigeria is declining productivity as a result of low soil fertility.
ISSN: 2714-3643 • Vol. 4, Issue 1 (09,2025)
Download PDF 2025-09-19
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Agricultural Technology

HOUSEHOLD’S COPING STRATEGY WITH PRICE SHOCK RESULTING FROM AGRICULTURAL PRODUCT SEASONALITY IN ONDO STATE, NIGERIA (A CASE STUDY OF TOMATOES)

Authors: MAFIMISEBI Ojuotimi Enitan

Abstract: This study identified the households’ coping strategies with the price shock resulting from the seasonality of tomatoes in Ondo State, Nigeria.
ISSN: 2714-3643 • Vol. 4, Issue 1 (09,2025)
Download PDF 2025-09-19
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Agricultural Technology

NEAR SURFACE INVESTIGATION OF MAPPED FRACTURE PATTERN AROUND UREJE DAM AXIS IN ADO-EKITI USING WENNER ELECTRODE CONFIGURATION

Authors: Fawale, O. , Atoiki, V. O. , and Adeniyi, O.

Reduction in water storage capacity of dams as a result of leakages has been observed to be a major occurrence in recent times.
ISSN: 2714-3643 • Vol. 4, Issue 1 (09,2025)
Download PDF 2025-09-18
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Agricultural Technology

CLIMATE CHANGE AND ITS EFFECTS ON POULTRY PRODUCTION IN ETSAKO WEST LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, AUCHI, EDO STATE

Authors: Abu, Maliki and Ajiyo, Oladimeji J.

Abstract: A research study was conducted to examine how climatic variations impact poultry farming operations within the Etsako West Local Government Area, Auchi, Edo State.
ISSN: 2714-3643 • Vol. 4, Issue 1 (09,2025)
Download PDF 2025-09-18
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Agricultural Technology

EVALUATION OF SUSTAINABLE PRACTICES FOR FOOD WASTE MANAGEMENT AMONG SELECTED RESTAURANTS IN OSHODI-ISOLO LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF LAGOS STATE

Authors: Arije, P. O., Ohai, P. N., Aledare, E. I., Okuneye, S. A. and Yusuf, B. S.

Abstract: This study evaluated sustainable practices for food waste management among selected restaurants in Oshodi-Isolo Local Government Area in Lagos State.
ISSN: 2714-3643 • Vol. 4, Issue 1 (09,2025)
Download PDF 2025-09-18
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Agricultural Technology

LEVEL OF PESTICIDE USE AND SAFETY STANDARD ISSUES: CASE OF RICE (Oryza Sativa L.) GROWERS IN ISHIAGU EBONYI STATE, NIGERIA

Authors: Ogbu, J. U. , Umeokechukwu, E. C., Haanongon, T. and Adesina, J. M.

This research was conducted to assess the level of synthetic pesticide use and safety standard awareness/compliance among rice growers in Ishiagu, Nigeria.
ISSN: 2714-3643 • Vol. 4, Issue 1 (09,2025)
Download PDF 2025-09-18
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Agricultural Technology

IMPACT OF SUSTAINABLE GREEN PRACTICES ON GUESTS SATISFACTION IN SELECTED HOTELS IN ETI-OSA LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, LAGOS STATE

Authors: Arije, P.O., Aledare, E.I. , Okuneye, S.A., Akinbo, O.O. , and Ohai, P.N.

Abstract: This study assessed the impact of sustainable green practices on guests' satisfaction in selected hotels in Eti-Osa Local Government Area in Lagos State.
ISSN: 2714-3643 • Vol. 4, Issue 1 (09,2025)
Download PDF 2025-09-17
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Computer Science

PREDICTION OF DIVORCE IN NIGERIA

Authors: AKINBOHUN Folake, AKINBOHUN Opeyemi Samuel, and AKINWUMI Kehinde

Abstract: Divorce, defined as the legal termination of a marital union, has become increasingly common in contemporary society.
ISSN: 2714-3643 • Vol. 4, Issue 1 (09,2025)
Download PDF 2025-09-17
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Engineering & Environmental Studies

The Intersection between Environmental Sanitation Regulations and the Socio-Economic Dynamics of Communities in Ondo State

Authors: Mulikat Modupe Ologunagba

This study investigates the socio-economic factors influencing sanitation behaviour and compliance with waste management regulations in Ondo State, Nigeria.
ISSN: 2714-3643 • Vol. 4, Issue 1 (09,2025)
Download PDF 2025-09-16
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Agricultural Technology

ASSESSMENT OF KNOWLEDGE, ATTITUDE, AND PRACTICES OF MEAT HYGIENE AND MICROBIAL PROFILE OF MEAT IN TWO SELECTED LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREAS OF OYO STATE

Authors: OJO Christiana Iyabode, ADELEKE Johnson Abiola, SOFIAT Adenike Sani, JONGBO Babatunde Michael, ABOLADE Titilayo

Abstract Food safety remains a major public health concern, especially in developing countries like Nigeria, where informal meat markets thrive and regulatory enforcement is weak.
ISSN: 2714-3643 • Vol. 4, Issue 1 (09,2025)
Download PDF 2025-09-15
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Agricultural Technology

COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF THE PROXIMATE COMPOSITIONS AND SOME MINERAL CONTENTS IN RED AND GREEN APPLES

Authors: Samuel Adeolu OLUGBEMI, Oluwasegun Amos AMONIYAN, Mopelola Oyinade ODEBIYI, Basirat Omotayo SALAKO, and Olalekan Anthony HASSAN

Abstract Apples are grown all over the world and are incredibly vitamin and mineral-rich. This study was carried out to compare the proximate compositions and the mineral contents of both red and green apples commonly consumed in our immediate environment.
ISSN: 2714-3643 • Vol. 4, Issue 1 (09,2025)
Download PDF 2025-09-15
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Agricultural Technology

COMPARATIVE STUDIES ON PROXIMATE COMPOSITION OF DIFFERENT PARTS OF AFRICAN CATFISH (Clarias gariepinus)

Authors: ULAKA George. A and BASHAR Taibat. A.

Abstract: The study on proximate composition of different parts of fresh adult catfish (Clarias gariepinus) was carried out using standard procedures. Five adult live catfishes of 2kg each was procured from Owo, Ondo State, Nigeria.
ISSN: 2714-3643 • Vol. 4, Issue 1 (09,2025)
Download PDF 2025-09-15
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Computer Science

DIETARY PLANNING SYSTEM FOR ATHLETES

Authors: Olojido Joseph Bamikole, Oladimeji Banji Julius, Ologunagba Grace Feyikemi, Oloruntegbe Ayomitan Busola, and Bamikole Olayinka Esther

Abstract: The growing demand for personalized nutrition in sports has encouraged the development of intelligent expert systems capable of enhancing dietary planning and recommendations for athletes.
ISSN: 2714-3643 • Vol. 4, Issue 1 (09,2025)
Download PDF 2025-09-15
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Agricultural Technology

Effects of Exchange Rate on Nigerian Agricultural Productivity

Authors: Okechukwu Stanley Chidinna and Onwujiariri Eberechukwu Bede

Abstract: This research evaluates the influence of exchange rate dynamics on Nigeria’s agricultural productivity from 1981 to 2024. The persistent fluctuations of the Naira and their implications for agricultural growth motivated this investigation.
ISSN: 2714-3643 • Vol. 4, Issue 1 (09,2025)
Download PDF 2025-09-12
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