Volume 11, Issue 12, December 2023 Edition - GSJ Journal Publication

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Environmental Sustainability Reporting Practices on Financial Performance of Listed industrial goods sector in Nigeria []


Environmental reporting is not just report generated from collected data, instead it is a method to internalize and improve an organization’s commitment to sustainable development in a way that can be demonstrated to both internal and external stakeholders. The objective of this study is to examine the effect of environmental and social reporting practices on the financial performance of listed industrial goods firms in Nigeria where 10 industrial goods firms were selected from the 13 listed existing industrial goods firms based on purposive sampling. The study employed ex-post-facto research design and data were sourced from the annual reports and accounts statements/sheets of the sampled firms. The analysis begin with the description of data with the use of mean, standard deviation, minimum and maximum. Pearson correlation matrix also deployed. Regression analysis was carried out on the panel data with regards to pooled Ordinary Least Square (OLS) estimation, Fixed Effect Estimation, Random Effect Estimation. The study find out that environmental disclosure has a positive and significant impact on the financial performance captured with return on asset and return on equity of listed industrial goods firms in Nigeria to the tune of 0.3819956 (p= 0.025 <0 .05) and 0.1828716 (p=0 .012 <0.05). Also, social disclosure has a positive but insignificant impact on the return on capital employed and return on equity of the listed industrial goods firms in Nigeria to the tune of 0.373 (p= 0.557 > 0.05) and .0391407 (p= 0.875 > 0.05) respectively. The study therefore, concludes that sustainability practice disclosure can enhance the financial performance of listed industrial goods firms in Nigeria. The study recommend that management of listed industrial goods firms in Nigeria should ensure adequate compliance with the guidelines of environment practice disclosure as this portrays a good image of their firm. Thereby, a high level of financial stability will be achieved in the competitive business world.

Biocompatible Microbots for Medical Purposes Concept []


This paper introduces a conceptual yet possible development in microbot technology tailored for medical purposes, featuring a hydrogel shell for enhanced biocompatibility and a power supply utilizing lead zicronite titanite for sustained and efficient energy generation. The microbot's ingenious design harnesses mechanical vibration to not only propel its movement but also to generate energy for data storage. The embedded data system serves a dual purpose by enabling real-time control and storing pre-programmed instructions for specific medical tasks. Alongside, the microbot is equipped with a payload, capacitor, microfin, and micropropeller, enhancing its versatility and making it an invaluable tool for a wide range of medical procedures. This concept explores the fabrication, functionality, and potential medical applications of these biocompatible microbots. The hydrogel shell ensures minimal biological interference, making them ideal candidates for targeted drug delivery, minimally invasive surgery, and other medical interventions. The lead zicronite titanite power supply ensures a reliable and sustainable energy source, addressing the critical need for prolonged operation in medical environments. This work represents a significant stride in the development of microbots tailored for medical use, opening up new possibilities for precision medicine, diagnostics, and therapeutic interventions. The integration of biocompatible materials and advanced power supply technology positions these microbots as key players in the evolving landscape of medical robotics. Further more the microbot might have the potential to have therapuetic agent spreader installed to be able to kill cancer cells .Please note that this is only a concept not an actual invention.

Application of Wet Milling Process for Enzymatic Hydrolysis of Egyptian and South African Peel & Flesh Green and Over-Matured Banana For Bioethanol Production []


The purpose of this study is to find the most suitable solutions for using banana biowastes, to reduce their negative effects in terms of the environment and human health, and to increase their economic benefits, especially for producing ethanol as a green biofuel, by testing the experiment the suitability of wet fractionation and hydrolysis of banana waste from four different kinds of banana biomass (peel and flesh of over-matured banana from South Africa, peel and flesh of green banana from Egypt) for bioethanol production. The results showed that fermentation of all the tested banana biomass i.e. green banana flesh, green banana peel, over-mature banana flesh, and over-mature banana peel, were almost finished after 24 hours and verified high ethanol yield after 48 hours of fermentation were achieved (i.e. 80.9%, 90.3%, 82.0% and 84.1% from the peel of the green banana from Egypt, flesh of green banana from Egypt, peel of the over-matured banana from South Africa, and flesh of over-matured banana from South Africa, respectively). This result indicates that wet milling is a promising method to pretreat not only for low-lignin content banana flesh biomass but also for high-lignin content banana peel biomass.

Changes in Electrolyte Status and Neuronal Cell Distortions in Rats Fed with Dichlorvos Treated Beans Diets. []


In recent times, there have been research works on health hazards associated with the use of chemicals for preservation of food meant for human and animal consumption. This work assessed changes in electrolyte status and neuronal cell distortions in Wistar rats fed with dichlorvos treated beans diets after six months of application. Forty kilograms of freshly harvested beans samples were grouped into four; I, II, III and IV. Group I is the control while groups II – IV were divided into three sub-groups each and labeled as IIa, IIb, IIc, IIId,IIIe IIIf, IVg, IVh and IVi and treated with different doses of dichlorvos as follows; IIa, IIId and IVg (-high dose/8mL/4kg), IIb, IIIe and IVf (medium dose 4mL/4kg) and IIc,IIIf and IVi (low dose 2mL/4kg). Group III samples were parboiled while group IV contained a ratio of 1:1 mixture of both parboiled and un-parboiled beans. All the samples were then stored for six months thereafter ground to powdered form using a blender. The rats were euthanized by mild chloroform inhalation. Blood sample was collected by cardiac puncture and analyzed for serum potassium (K+) sodium (Na+ )and chloride (Cl-) ions using standard methods. The harvested brain tissue was subjected to histological studies. The result showed significant increases in values of K+, Na+, Cl- in groups II and IV. Photomicrographs of the brain tissue revealed various degrees of dose dependent neuronal cell distortions such as moderate neuronal cell atrophy, increased cytoplasmic eosinophilia, shrinkage and loss of nuclear features. Findings in group III revealed no histological derangement in the brain tissue except for non - significant increase (p> 0.05) in the serum electrolytes levels.

LIVELIHOOD SUSTAINABILITY OF HANDLOOM WEAVERS IN BOHOROM, CHAPAINAWABGONJ: THE PROSPECTS AND CHALLENGES []


The heritage of Bangladesh, which has a thousand-years history, is represented by handloom textiles. In the international market, the nation is well known for its handloom items, particularly its handloom sarees. Famous sarees like Jamdani, Benarasi, Katan, Muslin Silk, Tant, etc. primarily represent the cultural history of various regions of Bangladesh. The industry gives a lot of people a home environment workplace. With the essence of ancient tradition, the industry can give employment to the increasing number of population and also can contribute to the country’s GDP. But because of some factor, the livelihood of the handloom weavers is under threat. In this paper, the prospects and challenges of sustainable livelihood that face by the handloom weavers of Bohorom, Chapainawabgonj has been studied. The study is a qualitative study. Data were collected from 15 respondents through convenient sampling. The study has used the Sustainable Livelihood Framework for the data collection. The questionnaires were open-ended an in-depth interview was taken. From those 15 respondents, 1 person was KII and FGD was conducted with 4 participants. And it has been shown that the weavers are living a vulnerable life and their livelihood isn’t sustainable because of the lack of various assets and structure and policies.

THE EFFECT OF EMPLOYEE SATISFACTION ON JOB PERFORMANCE IN PUBLIC HIGHER EDUCATION: EVIDENCE FROM THE GAMPAHA WICKRAMARACHCHI UNIVERSITY OF INDIGENOUS MEDICINE, SRI LANKA []


ABSTRACT This research investigates the impact of employee satisfaction on job performance within the context of public higher education, focusing on the Gampaha Wickramarachchi University of Indigenous Medicine in Sri Lanka. The study employed a sample of 108 non-academic employees, drawn from a population of 150, and utilized a self-administered questionnaire to collect data on various dimensions of employee satisfaction and performance. The satisfaction variables examined encompassed salaries and wages, work environment, opportunities, supervision, and job security. The analysis employed multiple regression to test five hypotheses related to these satisfaction factors and their influence on job performance. The findings revealed significant relationships between employee satisfaction and job performance. Satisfaction demonstrated a positive effect on job performance, suggesting that employees who are content with their satisfaction exhibit enhanced performance levels. The evidence presented suggests that addressing and enhancing employee satisfaction, particularly in terms of salaries, work environment, opportunities, supervision, and job security, can yield positive outcomes for job performance within this institutional setting. These findings have implications for human resource management practices in the public higher education sector, highlighting the importance of fostering a conducive work environment and addressing key aspects of employee satisfaction to optimize overall job performance.

Study on Effect of Different Base Isolation Sys-tem on Seismic Performance for Multistoried RC Building []


An earthquake is the shaking of the surface of earth, which may be able to destroy major buildings, structures. As seen by historical events, Nepal has had a number of devastating earthquakes that have destroyed homes, claimed many lives, and damaged other types of personal property and that have been mostly caused by out dated and inadequately built structures. For protection of these structures from hazardous seismic effects, there is a most widely accepted and modern technique known as base isolation technique. Therefore, in our earthquake-prone nation, base isolation techniques may be advanta-geous as a safe and cost-effective method for both newly built and retrofitted structures. This study explores the effectiveness of base isolation system for the seismic protection of the buildings. The Lead Rubber Bearing and Friction Pendulum System are mounted beneath the superstructure in base isolation system. In this study, G+5 story regular, plan irregular and geometrically vertical irregular RC Building has been designed and analyzed according to IS: 1893:2002 Code for seismic analysis by (ETABS 20.0) software using response spectrum analysis and time history analysis. Lead rubber bearing and friction pendulum systems were designed as UBC 97 and used for base isolation. The reduction of story drift and story displacement in the building indi-cates more stability than fixed base constructions because of its isolation. Furthermore, increase in time period indicates that the demand in the building is reduced significantly. Base isolation system can be effectively used for seismic protection of building and enhance the building resilience.

ELEMENTS OF DIDACTICIZATION AND AXIOLOGIZATION IN THE WORKS OF YOUTH LITERATURE []


Abstract. This study aims to investigate some elements of didacticization and axiologisation in the youth literature, through the analysis of two literary works: a childhood novel and a collection of poems. This analysis will be carried out according to a didactic approach for the first work. As for the second work, it will be the target of an approach based on the rights of the child and equality between the two sexes.

Teaching English as a Foreign Language to Autistic Students: Challenges and Current Perspectives of Parents, Teachers, and Policy Makers []


Abstract The purpose of this research was to look into the Teaching of English as a Foreign Language to Autistic Students: Challenges and Current Perspectives of Parents, Teachers, and Policy Makers. To meet the purpose of the study mixed method approach was employed. Study area and study subjects were selected using purposive sampling method so that all teachers, parents, and policy makers of SELAM BER primary and secondary were samples of the study. To collect the necessary data, questionnaires, classroom observation, document analysis, and focus group discussions were used. The English class room teaching check list was designed by Florida’s Centers for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD) and was adapted by the researcher to relate it to the Ethiopian educational system A standardized questionnaire format was adapted from Kate McGinnity (2010) and was updated for the purpose of this study by the researcher. And it was dispatched to parents and EFL teachers.. The result showed that The researcher tried to find out if there are any curriculum based syllables for the teaching of EFL to Autistic students, and sadly there are not any. Though the ministry of education, MOE, tried to supply a kind of “guide line” for teaching English in an inclusive modem; teachers, principal, and SNE specialists do not know it or understand it. Based on this, the researchers have coordinated a focus group discussion among EFL teachers and principals from SELAM BER elementary and high school, parents of the Autistic students, and BGRS education bureau and FGD provided the following idea on the issues of Autistic students EFL learning. EFL teachers have no trainings on the methods of teaching English to Autistic students and do not understand what Autism is an how to deal with it, School principals do not try to upgrade their EFL teachers to solve the problems with special needs education because of the accountability issues if the trained teachers leave the school after training. Parents do not want their Autistic students to go to school for the believe that they have (parents of the Autistic students believe that their children are results of a long rooted curse or enchantment. Based on these findings though it might seem expensive and unpractical, Certified Speech-Language Pathologists (SLP) would give an ample and core change on the Autistic students EFL learning progress. SLT is designed to address the mechanics of speech and the meaning of social value of a language. For students whom have problems on a certain area of EFL, Careful planning and training are essential to provide the right modifications and accommodations. The different supports should include special type of training to EFL teachers, SNE sector provisions and follow-ups. The less restrictive a student’s setting, the greater the opportunity for the Autistic child to interact with the school population outside the special education environment - Students with Autism should move up with their chronological age group to maintain peer relationships and friendship groups, and to progress through the national curriculum. In exceptional cases, school staff, especially EFL teachers, along with an educational psychologist may propose that a child with Autism should repeat a year, especially in foundation/reception.. Consideration of potential impact and benefits should take place with the Autistic students’ family/careers. Children who are placed in a class below their chronological year group should then move up each year with that class throughout their school career, and must not skip a year at any stage. Effective transition planning is essential in ensuring sustained progress and successful inclusion, and key transitions include when the child starts in early years settings, on transfer to primary school, transfer to secondary and then into further education. Activities to support transition should include sharing information and planning between settings, and teaching to prepare the Autistic student, as well as introducing the new setting to the student. Transition activities should take place over several months before and after the Autistic student joins the new setting, and must involve key staff from both settings working with families/careers, and external support staff., EFL teachers must give a special concern and design their own syllabus which focuses on those areas of EFL teachings. Here, the main problem might be time, in order to solve this, principals and regional education offices for SNE should discus on some kind of allowance to the EFL teachers.

An Appraisal of Human Resource Management Practices in Nigeria Work Space []


Workspaces irrespective of size are complex and involve different practices that determine their functionality. One notable area that is considered multifaced is the aspect that targets effective management of human resources. However, growing inadequacies and dysfunctionalities of many workspaces suggest existing human resource management (HRM) practices are not universal and can be adapted for purpose with cognizance to workspace sector, size and business direction or strategy. To achieve the essence of this review, a literature survey of human resource management practices articles published in high-impact journals were reviewed with basic search words like recruitment and selection, performance appraisal, compensation, training and development, among others. Majority of the papers reviewed made use of primary data and findings supported objective recruitment, performance-based compensation, performance appraisal, and systematic staff training, among others. It was however deduced that there are peculiarities with HRM practices in different sectors of Nigeria based on size and business strategy as owner/management philosophy and HR department leadership played major roles. The review concludes that it is now more important than ever for workspaces to engage in international human resource management practices because of globalisation and business competitiveness.

Hierarchical Origami Shell Reinforcement for Soft Pneumatic Actuators in Minimally Invasive Surgical Applications []


This research introduces hierarchical origami shell reinforcement as a transformative approach to enhance soft pneumatic actuators (SPAs) for minimally invasive surgery (MIS). Employing compliant materials like silicone elastomers and origami design principles such as the Yoshimura pattern, accordion fold, flagstone pattern, and diamond twist, the study optimizes the layered construction of SPAs through advanced manufacturing techniques. Computational modeling, including Finite Element Analysis (FEA), guides the design, while experimental validation in simulated surgical scenarios demonstrates significantly improved SPA performance, higher inflation pressures, substantially blocked torques, and precise motion trajectories. Findings indicate that diverse origami patterns suit different MIS applications, emphasizing the need to tailor designs to specific demands. The research holds implications for advancing precision and outcomes in robotic-assisted surgery, offering a softer alternative with compliance and flexibility, potentially revolutionizing the field of minimally invasive surgical robotics.

CORRELATION ENTRE L’ETAT NUTRITIONNEL DES ENFANTS DE 6-59 MOIS ET LE STATUT SOCIO-ECONOMIQUE DES PARENTS DANS LA ZONE DE SANTE DE MAKOTA []


1. Contexte justification : La malnutrition des enfants âgés de moins de 6 à 59 mois reste un problème de Santé Publique dans la majorité des pays à faible revenu. La démunissions de cette mobilité doit être inscrite parmi les priorités nationales. La RD Congo en général et la ville de Mwene-Ditu en particulier ne sont pas épargnées de ce fléau L’objectif général de ce travail est d’évaluer l’état nutritionnel des enfants de 6 à 59 mois et décrire le lien entre l’état nutritionnel de ces enfants et le statut parents dans les ménages de la ZS de Santé. 2. Méthodologie : Une étude d’observation analytique transversale, réalisée du 22 janvier 2019 au 23 février 2020, a été menée chez 423 enfants de 6-59mois dans la zone de santé de MAKOTA. La corrélation entre l’état nutritionnel des enfants de 6-59 mois et le statut de parents dans les ménages a été la relation faite dans notre étude l’aide du logiciel Epi Info 7.4.1.1 (CDC, USA, 2013) grâce au tableau 2×2 bi- variée après encodage sur le tableur du logiciel Excel (Microsoft, USA, 2007). 3. Résultats : La fréquence de la malnutrition aiguë est de 15,6% ; le sexe touché est masculin avec 19,18% ; OR : 1,99, IC [1,12-3,52], p= 0,002 ; statut matrimonial divorcé représente 42,86% OR: de 5,01 IC à 95% :[2,2-11,20], p-value de 0,0002. Il existe une corrélation entre l’état nutritionnel des enfants de 6-59 mois et le statut socio-économique des parents dans la zone de sante de makota en ce qui concerne : le lien de parenté orphelin de père 28,26% avec OR : 2,56 à 95% [1,26-2,48], p= 0,014 ; le niveau d’instruction bas 29,63% ; OR : 2,53 ; IC : [1,03-6,23] ; p= 0,049 ; le niveau des revenus moyens mensuel en franc congolais bas avec 35,88% avec OR : 61,83 à 95% de l’IC [14,69-260,2], p= 0,00 ; le statut vaccinale incomplet 25% OR de 12,11 ; IC [5,66-25,9], P=0,0000 ; 18,92% [2,28-13,38], P=0,0001, la taille du ménage de 9 personnes et plus avec 23,53% OR : 3,17 , IC [1,53-6,58], P=0,002 ; les déplacés suite au conflit Kamwena Sampu 18,42% ;OR :1,25 IC [0,52-2,97], P=0,064 l’impact de conflit Kamwena Sampu : la perte du travail 66,67% ;OR ;12,82[1,14-144,0], P=0,05 et perte du champ 33,89%, OR : de 4,09 [1,51-11,00], P=0,009. . 4. Conclusion La prévalence de la malnutrition aiguë chez les enfants de 6-59mois est plus élevée dans la zone de santé de MAKOTA par rapport à la norme édictée par l’OMS. Les mots clés : état nutritionnel ; statut socio-économique ; enfant ; parent et Makota Mots-clés : Etat nutritionnel, statut socio-économique des parents

EFFETS DE LA LIGNE VERTE 45001 SUR LUTTE CONTRE LES ABUS ET FRAUDES DANS LE SECTEUR DE LA SANTE ( Cas de la Zone de Santé de Kabinda dans la Province de Lomami/RDC) []


RESUME 1. Introduction : L’objectif de cette étude est de montrer les effets de la ligne verte 45001 sur les abus et fraudes dans le secteur de santé, plus précisément dans la ZS de Kabinda, l’une de 16 ZS de la Province de Lomami. 2. Méthodologie : Il s’agit d’une étude transversale qui s’est déroulée dans la ZS de Kabinda et basée sur les données primaires et secondaires d’une période de 2 ans (2021 à 2022). L’échantillon était constitué de 197 agents de santé et administratifs des quelques structures sanitaires de la ZS de Kabinda et de tous les 155 tickets approuvés de 2021 à 2022 par les gestionnaires des tickets de l’IPS Lomami pour le compte de la ZS de Kabinda. L’enquête documentaire et le questionnaire ont permis de démontrer les effets de la ligne verte 45001 sur les abus et fraudes dans le secteur de santé, dans le fonctionnement des établissements de santé. 3. Résultats : Les 197 enquêtés affirment que les principales causes des abus et fraudes sont liées à : l’impunité (57,3%), le faible mécanisme de contrôle (54,8%), la faible rémunération (34,5%), l’influence politique (29,9%), et au manque d’information des patients et des collaborateurs à 28,4%. Bien que tous les enquêtés ont eu connaissance sur la mise en place de la ligne verte 45001dans la Province de Lomami à travers diverses sources d’information, mais uniquement 57,3% ont le numéro vert 45001 dans leurs téléphones portables. En plus, les effets positifs de la ligne verte 45001 sont perçus et ressentis par les enquêtés sur tous les sept piliers du système de santé : la prestation des services à 57,8% ( 114 agents de santé sur 197), la gestion des ressources humaines de la santé à 51.7% (102 sur 197), la gestion des médicaments à 49,2% (97 sur 197), la gestion du financement de la santé à 68,0% (134 sur 197), la gestion du système Information sanitaire à 24.3% (48 sur 197, la gestion des Infrastructures, des équipements et des matériels à 59,8% (118 sur 197) et la gouvernance à 49,7% (98 sur 197). Cette étude montre que de 2021 à 2022, 150 tickets ont été approuvés pour la ZS de Kabinda. Ceux-ci ont représenté 85 alertes viables à investiguer soit 54,8%. De ces 85 alertes viables seulement 46 ont été investiguées soit 54,1%. De 46 alertes investiguées, 35 soit 76% ont été confirmées et les sanctions (judiciaires, administratives, ordinales et réparations /remédiations) ont été proposées pour la répression et correction. De 35 sanctions proposées, 30 ont été abouties avec décisions finales soit 85,7%. 4. Conclusion : Les abus et fraudes entravent le développement socio-économique, détruisent la crédibilité et affaiblissent la capacité des institutions à mettre en œuvre des politiques et des services publics de qualité et en RDC les abus dans le secteur de la santé tendent à y devenir une norme de conduite dont les bénéficiaires de soins sont vulnérables. Ils empêchent l’offre des soins de qualité en particulier pour la population pauvre et vulnérable. Les mécanismes efficaces de lutte contre les fraudes et les abus constituent un élément essentiel pour un environnement propice à l’Etat de droit, la justice sociale et la transparence et le renforcement de la gouvernance et la transparence dans le système de santé de la RDC.

CONNAISSANCES, ATTITUDE ET PRATIQUE DU PERSONNEL SOIGNANT ET DE SURFACE SUR LA GESTION DES DECHETS BIOMEDICAUX « Cas de l’hôpital Général de Référence de Kabinda ». []


RESUME 1. Introduction : Cette étude avait pour objectif d’évaluer les connaissances, attitudes, et pratiques du personnel soignant et de surface de l’hôpital Général de Référence de Kabinda sur la gestion des déchets biomédicaux. 2. Méthodologie : Dans cette étude, nous avions utilisé un devis quantitatif. C’est une étude transversale qui porte sur l’évaluation des connaissances, attitudes, et pratiques du personnel soignant et de surface sur la gestion des déchets biomédicaux à l’HGR/ Kabinda. La population de l’étude est constituée : - Du personnel soignant de l’HGR/ Kabinda laquelle est concernée par une enquête sur la connaissance, attitude et pratique sur la gestion des déchets biomédicaux ; - Du personnel de surface. Nous avons utilisé l’échantillonnage non probabiliste exhaustif qui nous a permis d’obtenir un échantillon de 80 unités dont 69 personnel soignant de l’HGR/ Kabinda et 11 personnel de surface, sélectionné sur base des critères ci-dessous : a) Critères d’inclusion : tous les personnels soignant et de surface de l’HGR/Kabinda et ayant librement donné leur consentement éclairé durant la période d’étude susmentionnée. b) Critères d’exclusion : tous les personnels soignants et de surfaces de l’HGR/ Kabinda ne répondant pas au critère ci-dessus. Dans la réalisation du présent travail, nous avons recouru à une méthode d’enquête Prospective et pour récolter nos données nous nous sommes servis d’un questionnaire élaboré. 3. Résultats : De nos analyses il ressort les principaux résultats ci-après :  Le sexe masculin prédomine avec 58% pour le personnel soignant et 100% pour les hygiénistes contre 42% du sexe féminin ;  L’âge de 41 ans et plus prédomine avec 39% pour le personnel soignant et en suite 55% des hygiénistes ;  La connaissance de personnel soignant sur la gestion des déchets biomédicaux était à 81% et pour les hygiénistes 36% ;  La méthode utilisée pour la gestion des déchets biomédicaux était à 54% pour l’incinération et 64% des hygiénistes utilisent l’incinération comme la méthode la plus utilisée à l’HGR/Kabinda ;  La connaissance de personnel soignant sur les étapes de circuit de la gestion des déchets biomédicaux était à 93% et pour les hygiénistes 36% ;  Le respect des normes de la gestion des déchets biomédicaux pour le personnel soignant était à 91% et pour les hygiénistes 36%  L’attitude de personnel soignant était prédominée par l’évacuation avec 48% et les hygiénistes 55% ;  La disponibilité de matériels de la gestion des déchets biomédicaux était à 88,4% pour le personnel soignant et en suite 63,6% pour les hygiénistes ;  Le temps d’évacuation des déchets biomédicaux dans le service pour les hygiénistes était prédominé au début de la journée avec 55%. 4. Conclusion : La gestion des déchets des activités de soins est un élément incontournable de la sécurité des populations. Des principes pour une bonne gestion des déchets biomédicaux sont bien connus par les acteurs mais les matériels adéquats sont couteux mais il n’en reste pas moins qu’elle doit, ce qui est très rarement le cas. La gestion des déchets biomédicaux génère un problème de la santé publique et environnemental, le personnel soignant et de surface doivent mettre l’accent sur le tri à la source, de créer un partenariat avec les autorités sanitaires de garantir la sécurité des travailleurs à travers l’éducation, la protection individuelle et collective.

Exploring the Genesis and Effects of Insecurity in Northeast of Nigeria: A view from Taraba and Adamawa States. []


Origins and Consequences of Insecurity in Northeast Nigeria is a topic that focuses on understanding the underlying reasons of insecurity in the region as well as its influence on the local population. Political instability, economic disparity, ethnic and religious tensions, and the presence of extremist groups such as Boko Haram and Fulani herdsmen may all have a role. In order to address insecurity in Nigeria, a comprehensive approach that addresses core causes, promotes inclusive governance, and expands economic possibilities is required. It entails promoting inter-ethnic and inter-religious dialogue, strengthening security forces, improving socioeconomic conditions, and establishing accountable institutions. For nearly two decades, the Northeast Nigeria have been exposed to the Islamist terrorist group Boko Haram's insurgency and Fulani herdsmen. This region is also recognized for its severe environmental conditions, which mostly appear as land desertification and paucity of water. We investigated the origin and the effect created amongst rural dwellers in Adamawa and Taraba States. It has influence instability and violence which resulted to migration from rural areas to Yola and Jalingo the Urban cities. We also investigated the role that water scarcity and desertification have in local people's migration decisions. Between April and July 2022, 2000 internally displaced people (IDPs) were interviewed at the Taraba and Adamawa IDP camps. Experts were also interviewed at various governmental, non-governmental, and international institutions. Exploring the Respondents at the IDP camps came from Jalingo, Takum, USSA, Yola and Mubi. Though insecurity created by the conflict between Boko Haram insurgents, Fulani herdsmen and government forces was mentioned by all respondents as the main factor that triggered migration, this study shows that the decision to migrate was also a function of other factors that differ between communities. These factors include the geographical location of the community, land ownership, the socioeconomic status of the migrants, access to water and land, and wealth. This study reveals that in some communities, it was possible for people to live with conflict if they were still able to practice farming or if they had additional sources of income such as small businesses. The decision to migrate was only taken when the practice of such activities was no longer possible and they had nothing to hold on to.

surveillance system for Detection Objects and Emotions of Persons Using Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence []


Surveillance against criminal attacks and recognition of objects/persons moving within a building has become a lot more challenging, especially for security personnels. It has become increasingly difficult to continuously monitor the condition of the building against the person coming in or going out. Thus, surveillance system for Detection Objects and Emotions of Persons Using Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence is implemented to overcome the monitoring issues and provide intimation to house owner or security personnel in real-time. Through the use of TensorFlow, DeepFace and Threading python libraries being comprehensive, flexible ecosystem of tools, libraries and community resources that lets researchers push the state-of-the-art in Machine Learning (ML) and developers easily build and deploy Machine Learning (ML) powered applications. The libraries provide access to machine learning algorithms and models in the browser, building on top with no other external dependencies making the camara module to be triggered thereby taking the system to capture and analyze different video captures to detect human being thereby sounding an alarm and sending an sms alert through twilio function to a predefined agents and furthermore, making predictions of the emotion of the person capture on the camera.