Kano Municipal Research Articles

Proximate Composition and Consumers’ Perceptions on Grasshopper (Zonocerus variegatus) Consumption in Kano State Metropolis, Nigeria

Entomophagy is the term used to describe eating or utilization of insects for food or feed. A study was conducted to evaluate the proximate composition and consumers’ perception on grasshopper consumption as nutrient source. Structured questionnaires were administered in some selected Markets in Kano Municipal and Nassarawa local Government areas of Kano State. Sixty (60) Grasshopper consumers were randomly selected and the proximate composition and nutritional potential of edible grasshopper was collected. Data were collected and analyzed using descriptive analysis and results were presented in percentages and frequency distribution. Grasshopper has 6.0% crude protein and 58% carbohydrates. Majority of the people (66.6%) eats grasshopper among which are females (56%), married (60%) and youths (38.3%) are the dominant consumers of grasshopper. Hot water (36.7%) and salt water (18.3%) were the prominent pre-treatment methods used by the processors. On metal toxicity knowledge, about 56% of the respondents were aware of its effects and 50% have experienced some ailments while 50% reported vomiting as the common ailment. Conclusively, a lot of Hausa people residing in Kano Metropolis among other tribes accepted grasshopper as food, while females and youths are the dominant actors. It is therefore recommended that people should be sensitized on the modern rearing methods of grasshopper and the risks in wild harvested grasshopper especially pesticides contamination. More so, there is need to explore on the sources of the grasshopper sold in the markets.

The Assessment of Peoples Perception of eNaira in Kano Municipal

The Assessment of Peoples Perception of eNaira in Kano Municipal

Investigating Applied Linguistic Implications of Hausa as an L1 in PSCs: A Case Study of Four Selected Primary Schools in Kano Municipal Local Government Area

The Hausa language is not only a tool for communication but also a medium for creative writing, rhetorical expressions and language art mastery by schooled children. This research aims to investigate primary pupils’ competence in the Integrated Language Core (ILC). The ILC helps pupils to develop sound communicative skills if seriously handled. In addition, the research in question is to investigate a more comprehensive language art usage and a more complex grammatical structure regarding children's language development in the classroom with Hausa as their first language (L1). Being an “action research”, the methodology used in this study involved field research whereby four selected primary schools – as our case study – were visited; also, participants’ observation and questionnaires were administered to have a fact-finding report of Hausa-teaching-learning inadequacy. Using qual-quan analysis, the result of the study discovered certain problems that hinder children’s ability to the appropriate language development. It is also reported that the poor conditions of both teachers and pupils coupled with the poor facilities encountered and at the same time lack of interest towards the subject as a whole are the factors responsible for the setback in both teaching and learning of Hausa language. It is worth noting that the rationale behind conducting this research work is to recommend ways of ameliorating or improving the teaching and learning of the Hausa language especially in primary school classes (PSCs) as an L1.

Awareness on universal basic education policy and out of school children phenomenon in Nigeria

Basic education policy in Nigeria is free, universal and compulsory for the first nine years of schooling. The policy envisaged a drastic reduction in the reluctance of parents/guardians towards basic education in parts of Nigeria where the pursuit of qur’anic education remained predominant. So far, the free education programme had yielded less than desirable results as the number of Out of School Children (OOSC) remain largely and increasingly unacceptable, thus necessitating a study that investigated stakeholders’ perspectives on the extent to which awareness and the participation in schooling amongst school age children has been achieved. Hence, the level of awareness and how stakeholders’ perspectives may be impacting on universal basic education policy implementation vis-à-vis out of school children phenomenon in Nigeria were examined. In fulfilling the objective of the study, the respondents’ perspectives were obtained through a multi-stage sampling technique. The selection of the state was purpose driven; hence purposive sampling of Kano State, and within Kano metropolis, North-western Nigeria, all the four Local government within the metropolis namely: Taurani, Fegge, Nasarawa and Kano Municipal Council were Local Education Authorities -LEAs were purposively selected. Further, 30 facilitators of qur’anic schools who were selected from each of the 4 LEAs in Kano metropolis amounting to 120 facilitators (respondents) that were sampled, and a structured questionnaire was administered to them. Findings revealed a high level of awareness of stakeholders on the consequences of non-schooling. However, it was inferred that the aged facilitators of the qur’anic schools could affect the effort and process of integrating basic education programmes into the qur’anic schools thus exacerbating the exclusion of children from the formal education worsening OOSC phenomenon. Recommendations were made as follows: that qur’anic school, class-size, class-management and facilitations processes should be standardized, to enhance curriculum integration and inclusiveness. Moreover, enlightenment of stakeholders be intensified

Vital Importance of Risk Assessment in Construction Project Procurement Method Selection

At the outset of any project, every client’s primary goal is to attain value for their investment by securing a top-quality structure completed on schedule and within budget. Consequently, this study is devoted to the identification and prioritization of crucial risk factors that influence the choice of procurement methods in construction projects within the local government areas (LGA) of Nassarawa (NSR), Dala (DAL), and Kano Municipal (KMC) in Kano state. The methodology utilized entails surveying 146 participants, including both contractors and consultants. To assess the likelihood of these risks, the Relative Importance Index (RII) and the sign test were applied using Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS) version 26. The results unveiled that factor associated with the client, project timeline, and cost exert the most profound influence on the choice of procurement method in the three LGA’s in Kano state. The most influential factors among these include the client’s financial capability, competition in pricing, constraints on project time, and procurement policies. In conclusion, a significant recommendation is for clients and consultants to enhance their procurement method oversight by involving skilled procurement specialists. This measure is essential for making informed choices, facilitating the attainment of a favourable return on investment, and guaranteeing the achievement of quality, timely, and budget-compliant project results.

Assessment of Groundwater Quality in Some Selected Residences of Kano Municipal Local Government Area, Kano State, Nigeria

Assessment of Groundwater Quality in Some Selected Residences of Kano Municipal Local Government Area, Kano State, Nigeria

Combatting Almajiri System in Nigeria: Public Knowledge and Perception on the Role of Communication

This investigated contributions that an amalgam of communication genres could play in combating the age-long trade, pseudo, religious practice known as almajiranci or Tsangaya system in North-West Nigeria. The study draws insight from the fact that the conservative attitude among residents of Kano has limited the influence of the various media used to advocate for radical reorientation and behavioural change in the study area. Chief among the objectives of the study was to find out if the residents knew about the problem, to what extent, causes whether or not the residents knew the role of communication as a factor that could combat the menace. The communication function theory foregrounds the study. It utilised the mixed methods design where qualitative and quantitative data were generated using interviews and copiesof the questionnaire. Six(6) respondents were interviewed in the first phase of the research. In the second phase, four hundred (400) copies of the questionnaire were administered across the six local governments that made up the Kano metropolis, namely Kano Municipal, Fagge, Nassarawa, Dala, Tarauni and Kumbotso, using a combination of purposive and quota sampling. The study found that the residents had high knowledge of the existence of Almajiranchi practice, they mentioned poverty, illiteracy, love of Islamic scholarship, divorce, and the quest for self-discipline as some of the reasons for the prevalence of the practice and they perceived communication, especially the mixed-communication genre/integrated genre, as having the suitability for combatting the menace. Itwas therefore recommended that parents prioritise the well beings of their children and also call for the need to involve communication professionals in designing messages that are geared towards attitude change.

Music for Peace

Kano is an ancient commercial centre in Northern Nigeria. It is 2nd to Lagos in terms of commerce and industries. Kano metropolis comprises of 8 local government areas namely Dala, Fagge¸ Kano Municipal, Nassarawa, Tarauni, Gwale, Ungogo and Kumbotso local government areas.

Assessment on the Use of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) For Teaching And Learning In Arabic Secondary Schools (Case Study: Kano State, Nigeria)

Information and Communication Technology (ICT) has changed the world entirely. These change span across all sectors, ranging from transportation, economic, health, military, banking, education, to mention a few. The rise of communication technologies has provoked great interest in the way in which they can be applied in education to improve its efficiency and effectiveness. This study aimed at determining the use of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) for teaching and learning in Arabic Secondary Schools in Kano State, Nigeria. The study focused on six (6) Arabic Secondary Schools in Kano Municipal, among the schools are: School for Arabic Studies Kano (SAS), Government Arabic College Gwale (GAC Gwale), Abdullahi Bayero College of Qur’an, UmmuWarqa Government Girls Arabic School, Hasiya Bayero Government Girls Arabic School and Balarabe Haladu Government Arabic School Kano. A survey research design method was adopted to conduct the study. The population used for the study consisted of the teachers and students from the six Arabic schools. Two different questionnaires were designed and distributed among the teachers and their students. The first questionnaire is for the students which consist of four sections and the second questionnaire is for the teachers which are under six sections, two hundred samples are used in each case. The findings showed that 26% of the teachers are using ICT applications for teaching and learning, while 74% of the teachers are not using ICT tools for teaching and learning. On the other hand, 34% of the students are using ICT applications for teaching and learning, while 66% of the students are not using ICT tools for teaching and learning
 Keywords: Arabic, Qur’an, Secondary, School, Information Communication Technology,

Ethnobotanical survey: A comprehensive review of medicinal plants used in treatment of gastro intestinal diseases in Kano state, Nigeria.

BackgroundThis work provides the ethnobotanical data concerning the traditional use of medicinal plants in Kano State- Nigeria and its uses for the treatment of gastrointestinal disease which has been poorly investigated. The aim of this study was to review the actual knowledge about the medicinal plants used to treat gastrointestinal diseases by traditional medical practitioners living in Kano metropolis. The objectives were to determine the local (Hausa) and scientific names of the plants used in the treatment of gastrointestinal diseases in Kano State, Nigeria; to document and analyse the traditional and ethnobotanical knowledge inherited by traditional medical practitioners in Kano State- Nigeria. MethodThe ethnobotanical data was collected from 30 traditional medical practitioners, 5 each from each Local Government Area making up the core Kano metropolis (Dala, Fagge, Tarauni, Kano Municipal, Gwale and Nassarawa). By means of a structured questionnaire focusing on the local (Hausa) names of the medicinal plants, their medicinal uses, the plant parts used, methods of preparation and route of administration to patients. ResultsThe survey identified a total of 33 plant species belonging to 24 families. The Moraceae family was the most commonly used plant family representing 17.4% of all the medicinal plants species recorded in this study. The plant parts most frequently used were the leaves (47.8 %), followed by the bark/stem (34.8 %), roots (10.9 %), whole plant (4.3 %) and the seeds (2.2 %). Most of the traditional medical practitioners obtained their extracts by decoction of the medicinal plants. The most often recurring gastrointestinal disease treated by the practitioners was stomach ache (36.5 %), followed by diarrhoea (30.8 %), and dysentery (19.2 %) using one or more of the medicinal plants reported in this study for preparing such treatments. The three (3) most frequently used plants according to this study were: Bridelia ferruginea (90.0 %), Psidium guajava (90.0 %) and Khaya senegalensis (83.3 %). The survey revealed that the bark of both Bridelia ferruginea and Khaya senegalensis were the parts used for the herbal preparation while the leaves of Psidium guajava were used. The main method of preparation was decoction and was administered orally. Conclusion: The traditional medical practitioners in Kano metropolis possess a wealth of information on medicinal plants and their applications. This ethnobotanical survey can help scientists and researchers in identifying those plants with medicinal properties that may be useful in the development of new drugs.

Digital Images on Social Media and Proliferation of Fake News on Covid-19 in Kano, Nigeria

Misinformation becomes rampant in the digital age and social media provide people with the opportunities for engaging more actively in society. The objectives of the study are: (i) to ascertain the extent to which residents of Kano have been exposed to digital images on Covid-19 that often accompany fake news in social media; (ii) to establish the extent to which residents of Kano are influenced by fake news on Covid-19 with images; (iii) to find out the factors that often lead to the influence of fake news with digital images on Covid-19 among social media users in Kano; (iv) to ascertain the social media platforms mostly used in spreading fake news about Covid-19 in the state. Theoretically, Technological Determinism and Perception theories were adopted to analyze these issues. A Positivist approach to data generation and analysis was adopted using the survey method. Two local governments were selected for the study: Tarauni and Kano Municipal. Tarauni local government area had the highest number of the Covid-19 cases, while Kano Municipal had the lowest number. The population of the study consist of 593,087 with a sample size of 400 respondents derived from Taro Yamane’s sample size prediction table. The respondents were reached through cluster sampling. A total of 400 copies of questionnaires were administered to respondents in Tarauni and Kano Municipal. However, only 385 copies, which represent (96%), were retrieved and found usable for the study as the remaining 15 were not returned. The study found that Kano residents were significantly exposed to digital images that often accompany fake news in social media. They read news online every day, prefer news accompanied by images, share and like news online. The study also found that Kano residents are influenced by fake news with digital images on Covid-19 to a very great extent, especially on Facebook. Factors responsible for proliferation of fake news on social media include: perception or instinct, eagerness to be the first to share images and lack of knowledge about image verification tools. The study concludes that ignorance and the old belief that pictures do not lie were responsible for this.

Compost making from refuse sourced from Kano Metropolitan, Kano State, Nigeria

Municipal-solid waste (MSW) in towns and cities of Nigeria are either allowed to rot or burnt which causes the release of greenhouse gases in the process. The heap of uncollected refuse in Kano municipal causes serious health hazards and menacing public disorder. This research investigated the Kano municipal refuse for compost making, instead of using waste disposal technique such as landfilling. Refuse samples from Dorayi/Zage and Rimin Kira refuse dumping sites Kano Municipal, Kano State Nigeria were collected. The refuse samples were sorted and all the non-biodegradables materials were removed. A compost was made from Sample N in 20 days while 9 days was required to produce a compost from sample P. Kjeldahl Nitrogen determination method and simple procedure for total carbon determination method were used to determine the percentages of nitrogen and carbon in the samples. The results have shown that, the percentages of nitrogen in the samples were found to be 1.64% for sample N and 1.71% for sample P. The percentages of carbon in the samples are 6.8% for sample N and 6.3% for sample P. The C/N ratio for sample N was 4.15:1 and that of sample P was 3.69:1.Kano municipal refuse contains a lot of organic wastes which are very difficult to incinerate. Therefore, Composting method is the best option for the disposal of the refuse rather than directly dumped in the streets.

Assessment of tick infestation rate among local and exotic dog breeds in Kano municipal, Kano state, Nigeria

Assessment of tick infestation rate among local and exotic dog breeds in Kano municipal, Kano state, Nigeria

PNS122 Spatial Distribution of Public Health Care Facilities: Identifying UNDER-Served Population in Kano State, Nigeria

The aim of this paper is to analyze the categories of health facilities in Kano according to Local government areas (LGA), show the spatial distribution of health facilities in Kano state and determine the proportion of undeserved areas in Kano state. Location quotients (LQ), Average Nearest Neighbor Analysis (ANN) and Health facility density was used to ascertain areas that were underserved within Kano State This research showed that there are three categories of health facilities; primary, secondary and tertiary in the study area. Of the total one thousand four hundred and seventy eight (1478) health facilities studied, 94.2 % are primary health care facilities which in turn mean that preventative medicine is what is most practiced in the state as this is the mandate of primary health care facilities. Also, analysis from nearest neighbor shows that health facility within Kano state were randomly distribution since observed mean distance is 1876.07,z-score 1.069657 and p-value is 0.284774.It was observed that LGAs like Kumbotso (0.319 LQ) and Gwale (0.312 LQ) are lagging, while other LGAs such as Tofa (3.184 LQ), Rimin Gado (2.51), Kabo (2.438 LQ) and Bagwai (1.877 LQ) has these facilities more than expected. A comparison between LQ and health facility density was used to identify underserved LGAs. Analysis shows that Kumbotso, Gwale, Dala, Kano municipal, Ungogo, Dawakin Kudu,Gezawa and Nassarawa LGA since they all have a less LQ ration( less than 0.30 and not greater than 0.80 LQ) and low health facility density( less than 0.30 and not greater than 1 This paper concluded that looking at the ratio of the population to health facilities, there is need to allocate or and equipped the exiting health center to accommodate the present pandemic and health challenges in Kano. A need assessment for these lagging LGA should also be conducted.

PATTERN OF WATER SUPPLY IN RELATION TO DIFFERENT WATER SOURCES IN METROPOLITAN KANO

The study carried out on pattern of water supply in relation to different water sources in metropolitan Kano was aimed to assess the pattern of water supply in the area. Eight local government areas were found in the area but six local government areas were selected in conducting the research work. The selected local government areas included dala, Fagge, Kano Municipal, Gwale, Tarauni, Nassarawa. The research work was conducted through the following methods of data collection, (questionnaire and interview). Krecjie and morgan sampling techniques was adopted in administering the questionnaire, because it was the best sampling techniques that suited the study. The result of the findings indicated that ground water sources are now the major sources of water used in the study area, pipe borne water was generally inadequate. Dala, Kano Municipal, Fagge and Gwale were the areas mostly affected with scarcity of pipe borne water. Other sources of water for household usage included water from vendors and water supply Tankers. Some sources of water were founded inactive (that is sources of water producing less or no water due to some problems). Most people in the area depend on sachet water as their source of drinking water. Finally, in order to overcome some of the problems of water is their source of drinking water. Finally, in order to overcome some of the problems of water supply it was recommended that there should be alternative sources of power, regular maintenance, train of manpower, and effective management of water supply systems.

Social Cohesion and Identity in Intangible Cultural Heritage of Kofar Mata Dyed Cloth Kano

This thesis is aim at acknowledge the role of intangible cultural heritage (ICH)Kofar Mata plays in exhibiting and building local identity, enhancing community cultural sustainability and provide a sense of place. The research is also to highlight, find out the connection between the dyed cloths of Kofar Mata Kano and the social cohesion attached to it. We carried out the research with a local community in Kano Municipal Council Kano (Northern Nigeria). The interpretative analysis of the phenomenological study resource was gathered from one of the famous local traditional dyeing pits centre in North-west Nigeria, which provide focus for the discourse. The data collected was gathered from 12 informants through some engagement techniques, such as; Deep Engagement Techniques (In-depth interview) and Broad Engagement Techniques (Focus Group Discussion), which show enormous enlightenment of how, ICH is playing a significant role in the life of the communities in Kano. In our findings, it shows how these social cohesion processes are applied and how it appears to benefit the ICH sector in Kano Nigeria. By encouraging continuous engagement in the ICH skill practice, encourage community participation. This has contributed in the continuous efforts in safeguarding the intangible cultural heritage that boost their sense of pride and identity. However, with community involvement in safeguarding and promoting practices of ICH, it has contributed in bringing people from various parts of Nigeria and foreign into a melting pot for this outstanding universal value which has significantly improve the social cohesion of the community Kano State even beyond.

Myths and Realities about Early Childhood Education: A Case Study of Early Childhood Education in Kano Municipal, Kano State, Nigeria

Myths and Realities about Early Childhood Education: A Case Study of Early Childhood Education in Kano Municipal, Kano State, Nigeria

Quality Assessment of Sandcrete Blocks Produced in Kano Municipal Local Government, Kano State, Nigeria

This research entails the assessment of sandcrete blocks quality produced in Kano municipal Local govt. Kano state of Nigeria. six sandcrete blocks were selected from eight commercial block industries from the study area, the result obtained shows that the aggregates used satisfied the overall grading requirement specified in BS 882, 1992.The mix ratio adopted by the industries ranges from 1:12 to 1:14 which is against the standard of 1:6 specified in NIS 87:2004. water absorption was from 14.67% to 18.10% which reveals that all samples were above the maximum specified 12% as stated by the (NIS). The result of compressive strength of blocks tested ranges0.2869N/mm2 to 0.4884N/mm2 , its average for the eight factories selected was 0.432N/mm2 . Which reveals that all samples were below the maximum specified value of 2.8N/mm2 , as stated by (NIS 87: 2000). In compliances with the provisions prescribed by the codes/agencies. the manufacturers were recommended to improve on their mixing process, material selection and curing processes in order to produce sandcrete blocks of high quality to conform with the standard.

Factors Affecting Organization’s Performance & Productivity in Public Service: A Study That Focus on Kano Municipal Council in Nigeria

This study is about factors affecting organization’s performance & productivity in public service with focus on Kano municipal in Nigeria. The performance of employees has become important due to the increasing concern of human resources and personnel experts about the level of output obtained from employees in recent years. Furthermore, there is issue of motivation among the public service employees in Nigeria particularly in Kano. The main objective of this research is to analyze the effect of employee or staff motivation on organizational productivity. Various theories were used in order to develop a conceptual framework to test the stated relationships. For this study, the sample was selected based on a stratified random sampling. The instrument used in this research was a questionnaire and the validity of instrument used by researcher was obtained through pilot study. A revised survey was employed for the original study. Partial Least Structural Equation Modelling (PLS-SEM) using SmartPLS v 3 Ringle, Christian M., Wende, Sven, and Becker (2016) was the major statistical package used for estimating and testing all correlations, although SPSS was also utilized to analyse the demographic profiles of the respondents. The findings of the study showed that both training and reward have a significant relationship with organizational performance. Additionally, the results also show that organizational culture does not have a significant relationship with performance/productivity in Kano Municipal in Nigeria.

Assessment of Cloud Computing Awareness in Kano Municipal Local Government Area of Kano State of Nigeria

Assessment of Cloud Computing Awareness in Kano Municipal Local Government Area of Kano State of Nigeria