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African Journal of Sustainable Development
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ISSN (Print) 2315-6317
Published by African Journals Online

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Cross-sectional Survey of Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices Towardsthe
COVID-19 Pandemic During the Lockdown Period in Nigeria
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  Authors: Peter I. Ogunyinka, Kazeem A. Adeleke, Oluwatobi Banjo, Dawud Adebayo Agunbiade
  Abstract: People’s knowledge, attitudes and practices (KAP) have beenfound to besignificant metrics of success against the spread of COVID-19. A few studies have equally evaluated Nigerians’ KAP towards COVID-19 but were limited to one geo-political zone or selected cities in Nigeria. This study investigated the KAP of Nigerians towardsthe COVID-19 pandemic, covering all the36 states of the federation and the Federal Capital Territory. Survey data were collected through and online questionnaire. The questionnaire comprised 7 demographic variables, 6 knowledge-based questions, 5 attitude-based questions and 5 practice-based questions on COVID-19. The statistical analysis methods used included Kruskal Wallis test, Mann-Whitney U test, multiple linear regression, Chi-square test of independence and logistic regression models, accordingly. A total of 1320 respondents completed the questionnaire during the study period (between March 31 and April 28, 2020 inclusively). Among these respondents, 54.2% were male, 64.2% were between 25 and 54 years and 33.2% were involved in physical labour. There was overall a low percentage (45%) of correct knowledge (CK) about the COVID-19 pandemic in Nigeria when compared with China. This was suspected to be associated with infodemic. In general, there was more incorrect knowledge (IK) than CK of COVID-19 among the respondents. Theoverall percentage (67%) of correct practices (CP) against COVID-19was reported as being moderate. Findings revealed the need for the Nigerian government to control the practice of going to worship places and/or parties during the pandemic. Recommendation on strategic KAP towardsCOVID-19, infodemic control, suicide or self-harm prevention and non-Nigerian discrimination sensitization programme were provided in the study.
  PubDate: 2022-11-07
  Issue No: Vol. 11, No. 2 (2022)
Problems of Research and Development in Nigeria
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  Authors: Nathaniel D. Danjibo
  Pages: 1 - 28
  Abstract: Research plays an important role in the life of any country because it remains the bedrock of development. While countries zealously yearning for development invest heavily in research through adequate funding and the institutionalization of proper development policies, most countries in sub-Saharan Africa do not invest in research and development (R&D). This probably explains why Africa is underdeveloped. The world over, economies and technology are dependent on research input and output. In Nigeria however, little attention is given to research, both in policy and funding, and this accounts for the setbacks the country faces in its quest for development. This study, therefore, interrogated the factors stifling the growth of research and development in Nigeria. It suggests that unless political leaders in Nigeria invest adequately in research through funding of education, the country will continue to lag behind in its developmental quest.
  PubDate: 2022-11-07
  Issue No: Vol. 11, No. 2 (2022)
Peri-urban Development and Food Crop Loss in Ibadan, Nigeria (1986-2019)
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  Authors: Abdulateef Bako, Saeed Ojolowo
  Pages: 29 - 53
  Abstract: This paper quantifies the loss in agricultural land with regard to cassava and maize production in peri-urban Ibadan from 1986 to 2019. Landsat images of four local government areas — Akinyele, Ido, Egbeda, and Oluyole — from 1986 to 2019 were used, while crop loss per hectare was calculated based on the average tons produced in Nigeria. The agricultural land loss occasioned by peri-urban development was 36,238.15ha, 59,930.23ha, 13,353.035ha, and 33,638.23ha in Akinyele, Ido, Egbeda, and Oluyole LGAs respectively. Consequently, between 1986 and 2019, 3,418.69 tons of cassava and 22,648.84 tons of maize were lost in Akinyele, 5,653.80 tons of cassava and 37,456.39 tons of maize in Ido, 1,259.72 tons of cassava and 8,345.65 tons of maize in Egbeda, and 3,173.42 tons of cassava and 21,023.89 tons of maize in Oluyole LGAs. To curb further decrease in crop production, investment in spatial vertical development is imperative.
  PubDate: 2022-11-07
  Issue No: Vol. 11, No. 2 (2022)
Perceived Effects of Ecotourism on Well-Being of Rural Residents in
Selected Ecotourism Sites in Plateau and Nasarawa States, Nigeria
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  Authors: Femi Matthew Oladipo, Stella Olushola Odebode
  Pages: 54 - 79
  Abstract: Restricted use of natural resources is bound to affect the well being domains of rural residents in close proximity to ecotourism sites. This has sustainable development implications for the rural residents who depend on these resources to meet their needs . T his study investigated the perceived effect of ecotourism on well being domains of rural residents within selected eco tourism sites in Plateau and Nasarawa States, Nigeria. A multistage sampling technique was used to select 331 respondents from communit ies situated within a 5k m radius of the boundary of the ecotourism site. Data were collected using interview schedule and key informant interview s. Data were analys ed using both descriptive and inferential st atistics. The r esult showed that the restriction placed on natural resources due to their ecotourism value wa s perceived to have the most beneficial effect on the resident s’ communities well being by enhancing relation ships and feeling s of belonging in the community. This was followed in descending order by the ecotourism effect on residents emotional, educational, health and safety, and material well being domains. The effects differ significantly across selected ecotourism sites due to the difference in residents’ access to natural resources. The study recommends the creation and strengthening of community based local resource management fora to cater for issues of ecotourism resources management, responsibilities, and benefits sharing.
  PubDate: 2022-11-07
  Issue No: Vol. 11, No. 2 (2022)
Indigenous Knowledge and Practices for Managing COVID-19 Pandemic among
the Ebira-Toa of Kogi State
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  Authors: Zainab O. Momoh , Abubakar Othman
  Pages: 103 - 111
  Abstract: The coronavirus pandemic took the world unawares by its sudden appearance and fast spread across the world. The disease, which has no known cure, caused millions of deaths in Europe, Asia, America and Africa, among other continents. However, while fatalities keep rising across the world, Africa has recorded a slower spread rate and lower death rate compared to other parts of the world. Since there is no known cure,only promising vaccines, it may beexpedient to attribute the low fatality rate in Africa to the role of indigenous knowledge and cultural practices. Among these practices is the Ebira cultural knowledge in herbal usage and other cultural behaviours used in the prevention and management of pandemics like COVID-19. This paper examines traditional herbal preparations and cultural practices crucial to the prevention and management of pandemics using a qualitative research method.
  PubDate: 2022-11-07
  Issue No: Vol. 11, No. 2 (2022)
Entrepreneurship and Business Sustainability in COVID-19 Era in Ogun
State, Nigeria
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  Authors: Morili B. Amoda, Olusegun O. Ikusika
  Pages: 112 - 122
  Abstract: The study examined the extent to which entrepreneurship predicts business sustainability during a challenging period of COVID-19 in Ogun State, Nigeria. A descriptive survey research design was adopted. The population of the study comprised 1,003 registered small and medium scale enterprises (SMEs) in Ogun State as of December 2020. A sample of 200 SMEs representing 19.9% of the population was selected as study sample size using the purposive sampling technique. Researcher Instrument tagged Entrepreneurship and Business Sustainability Questionnaire (EBSQ) with 0.93 was used for data collection. Mean, pie chart,and regression analysis were used.The findings revealed that entrepreneurship spirit, behavious, resilience, creativity, quick service delivery, passion, prudence in expenditure, and digital literacy were among the entrepreneurship factors that can predict business sustainability during a challenging period of COVID-19 in Ogun State, Nigeria. It was also found out that the outbreaks of the COVID-19 pandemic have negatively affected business sustainability. Workforce reduction, engaged suppliers, reduction in business expenditure, home delivery of goods and services, employee engagement through teleworking, and maintain healthy customers relationship were among the entrepreneurship strategies that can predict business sustainability during a challenging period of COVID-19. It was recommended that the government and stakeholders in the business organization should organize seminars and workshops for small and medium scale enterprises on the viable ways to manage COVID-19 and ensure business sustainability.The government should assist small and medium scale businesses financially by providing loans with single interest rates with long-term return rates.Government should stop importing locally made goods to a given room for local industry growth and sustainability.
  PubDate: 2022-11-07
  Issue No: Vol. 11, No. 2 (2022)
Economic Consequences of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Sub-Saharan Africa: A
historical perspective
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  Authors: Anthony Enisan Akinlo, Segun Michael Ojo
  Pages: 124 - 142
  Abstract: This paper examined the economic consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic on sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) using the historical approach and analysing the policy responses of the region to past crises and their economic consequences. The study employed the manufacturing-value-added share of GDP as a performance indicator. The analysis shows that the wrong policy interventions to past crises led the sub-Saharan African sub-region into its deplorable economic situation. The study observed that the region leapfrogged prematurely to import substitution, export promotion, and global value chains. Based on these experiences, the region should adopt a gradual approach in responding to the COVID-19 economic consequences. The sub-region should first address relevant areas of sustainability, including proactive investment in research and development to develop homegrown technology, upgrade essential infrastructural facilities, develop security infrastructure, and strengthen the financial sector.
  PubDate: 2022-11-07
  Issue No: Vol. 11, No. 2 (2022)