JOURNALS
The Journal of Current Discourse and Research, an official publication of the National Association of Women in Academics, Ekiti State University Chapter, provides a platform for the dissemination of current research findings across all fields of academic endeavor. The journal focuses on double-blind review process. It is published in both print and online forms.
The articles in this volume reflect diverse research outputs that only a journal of such a multidisciplinary nature can accommodate. The articles have been organized according to the disciplinary focus of their respective contents.
The Chief Editor is deeply grateful to the members of the Editorial Board for their invaluable contributions, resilience, and continuous support for the vision of the journal. Together, we remain committed to fostering impactful research and promoting intellectual growth within and beyond our academic community.
Professor O. G. E. Arowosoge
Editor-in-Chief
EKSU INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MANAGEMENT AND DEVELOPMENT STUDIES (IJMDS)
Published by
THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION, FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT SCIENCES, EKITI STATE UNIVERSITY, ADO EKITI, NIGERIA
EDITORIAL BOARD
Prof. K. K. Arogundade
Editor in Chief
Prof. N. I. Akeke
Managing Editor
The Nigerian Journal of the Social Sciences (NUSS), is an official quarterly Journal of the Faculty of the Social Sciences, Ekiti State University, Ado Ekiti, Nigeria. The aim of the Journal is to provide a forum for the dissemination of findings and reports from theoretical works and empirical researches in Economics, Geography and Planning Science, Sociology, Psychology and Behavioural Science, Political Science, Tourism and Recreation and other areas of Social and Management Sciences.
As a university-based Journal, it is double blind peer re-viewed. It publishes theoretical, empirical and experimental papers that contribute significantly to knowledge in the disciplines of Social and Management Sciences. This, we intend to achieve by using a wide range of research methods, including statistical tools, analytical work, case studies, field research, literature surveys and historical analysis. Articles accepted will be published in the issue of the current volume. The Journal therefore welcomes the submission of manuscripts from both academics and research scholars that meet the general scope and criteria for publication in the Journal. All references must be in the current APA Format. In addition, authors are carried along adequately in all the publication processes in line with our highly rigorous peer-review policy.
Procedure for Submission of Original Manuscripts
Manuscripts should be submitted online as attachment via the Journal’s email addresses:
[email protected] and [email protected]
Upon receipt of manuscripts, the Editor-in-Chief will send an email of confirmation to the corresponding author(s) within 3-working days.
In the absence of a confirmation email, you are advised to please contact
The Editor-in-Chief
via these mobile phone numbers: 08033503063, 08033518845, 08034777507
Editorial Policy
The NIGERIAN JOURNAL OF THE SOCIAL SCIENCES is a forum for intellectual dialogue among scholars in the field of the Social Sciences and related disciplines especially in developing and Third World countries. Specifically, it is an avenue for the dissemination of research reports in Economics, Geography, Urban and Regional Planning, Political Science, Sociology, Psychology and other disciplined in Social and Management Sciences and Humanities. Comments on current issues and research notes are heartily welcome. Book reviews are also of interest to this forum.
It is very important to note that the views expressed in each of the articles are basically those of the author(s) and not that of the Editorial Board of the Journal, and the authors are therefore responsible and liable for any implications arising from their views and the article in its entirety.
EDITORIAL BOARD
Editor-In-Chief
Prof A.A Agagu
EKSU Journal of Management Research (EJMR)
A publication of the Faculty of Management Sciences of Ekiti State University, Ado Ekiti
EKSUJOE is an official Journal of the Faculty of Education, Ekiti State University. This Journal has been packaged with series of research findings and comprehensive theoretical analyses in various disciplines in the field of education without losing its focus on the primary purpose of publishing significant articles for both national and international audience.
The articles in the Journal are double blind peer-reviewed in line with best global practices. A good number of articles in this edition are well researched works of erudite scholars from various institutions of learning all over the country. The articles are carefully selected from various fields education such as Guidance and Counselling, Psychology, Sociology, Educational Administration and Planning Arts and Language Education, Science Education, Curriculum and Instruction, Tests, Measurement and Evaluation, Social Science Education, Early Childhood Education, Adult Education and Community Development. Human Kinetics and Health Education, Vocational and Technical Education and Philosophy. Specifically, EKSUJOE is positioned to serve as a vehicle for academics and researchers to share ideas on current issues in the field of Education, EKSUJOE will continue to be of immense benefit to students, researchers and educators in solving the problem of dearth of research material in their various fields specialisation.
The Editorial Board appreciates the efforts of all the contributions towards the successful production of this edition. It is our fervent hope that researchers, readers and all knowledge seekers will continue to subscribe to the Journal and find it useful in their academic endeavours. I therefore solicit for your continued and unflinding support for further production.
Prof. M. A. Ayeni
Editor-in-Chief
EKSU Journal of Nigeria Inquiry in the Humanities (NIITH) is a biannual Journal published by Ekiti State University, Office of Research, Development and Innovation. The Journal aims at periodically exhibiting and advertising the potential of research results within and outside the university as well as promoting dissemination of intellectual publications generally. The Journal, which is multidisciplinary and multicultural in nature, covers the Arts, Social Sciences, Education, Law, Management and Administration. It serves as a platform for academicians, researchers, professionals, practitioners and students in the Humanities to impart and share knowledge in the forms of high quality practical, empirical and theoretical research papers, case studies, literature review and book reviews etc. from all over the world.
The Journal of Human Kinetics and Health Education Pedagogy (JOKHED) is an official journal of the Department of Human Kinetics and Health Education, Ekiti State University, Ado-Ekiti. With the consistent patronage by various researchers and the reading public, we are compelled to publish this latest edition of the Journal –Vol. 7, No 1, 2025,
The Editorial Board deployed appropriate logistics to screen and select articles with high quality and in conformity with the international best practices. Therefore, the articles in the journal are double blind peer-reviewed in line with international standard.
This edition contains the publication of articles from diverse segments of Sport for Fitness, Health, Wellness and Education pedagogy. We shall not relent in our avowed commitment to always put the journal in academic domain at least once a year.
The Editorial Board appreciates the efforts of all the contributors as well as assessors towards the successful production of this edition. It is our hope that researchers, scholars and readers will continue to subscribe to the journal for its continuity. We recommend this journal to all.
Professor Olusesi B. Ajayi-Vincent,
Editor- In- Chief
JORISE is the Journal of Research in Science Education, an official publication of the Department of Science Education, Faculty of Education, Ekiti State University. This journal continues its mission to disseminate contemporary scientific research and educational insights. JORISE covers a broad spectrum of science disciplines, pedagogy, curriculum, and instruction, maintaining rigorous standards in publishing articles at both national and international levels.
JORISE is a double blind peer reviewed publication that covers issues of science disciplines, pedagogy, curriculum, and instruction in line with global best practices and also provides academic insights.
I appreciate all the contributors that are lucky to publish in this volume and it’s my hope that researchers and students will continue to subscribe for academic engagements and research. Equally soliciting continued support for future publications.
JORISE aims to remain a leading platform for science education research, fostering advancements in teaching, learning, and research. Support from the academic community is vital for its continued success.
Thank you to all contributors, reviewers, and readers for the successful production of this edition. Their engagement strengthens science education globally, while I solicit for continued support for future production.
I. Oginni Ph.D
Editor-in-Chief
IJALCE is an official journal of the Department of Adult Education, Faculty of Education, Ekiti State University, Ado-Ekiti. This journal is packaged with a series of research findings and comprehensive theoretical analysis from various disciplines from the field of Education. The articles were peer reviewed in line with international standard. The efforts of all contributors are appreciated towards the successful production of this journal. We hope that readers, researchers and knowledge seekers will find the journal useful.
Professor Mary Olufunke Adedokun
Editor-in-Chief
EKSU Journal of Science and Technology (EJST) is a biannual Journal published by Ekiti State University, Office of Research, Development and Innovation. The Journal aims at periodically exhibiting and advertising the potential of research results within and outside the university as well as promoting dissemination of intellectual publications generally. The Journal, which is multidisciplinary and multicultural in nature covers the publication of original findings in Science and Engineering. It serves as a platform for academics, researchers, professionals, practitioners and students in the Science and Technology field to impart and share knowledge in the form of high quality practical, empirical and theoretical research papers, case studies, literature review and book reviews etc. from all over the world.
The Nigerian Journal of Banking and Financial issues (NJBFI) provides a unique forum for the articulation and dissemination of applied research by academics and professionals in the field of Banking and Finance or related disciplines. It is a biannual Journal published by the Department of Finance, Ekiti State University, Ado Ekiti, Nigeria.
The Journal contains analysis of Banking and Financial Issues relevant to the Nigeria Economic experience and financial policies. Opinions expressed here in are those of the authors and not necessarily those of the Department of Finance.
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