Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex drug-resistance, phylogenetics, and evolution in Nigeria: Comparison with Ghana and Cameroon. by Muhammed Rabiu Sahal, Gaetan Senelle, Kevin La, Tukur Wada Panda, Dalha Wada Taura, Christophe Guyeux, Emmanuelle Cambau, Christophe Sola

“…We show that L5 genomes in Northern Nigeria belong to new clades as the ones described until now and allow an update of the taxonomy of L5. …”
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Structural investigation of Zungeru-Kalangai fault zone and its environ, Nigeria using aeromagnetic and remote sensing data by A.B. Arogundade, M.O. Awoyemi, O.S. Hammed, S.C. Falade, O.D. Ajama

“…This study analysed aeromagnetic and satellite imagery data over parts of northern Nigeria to delineate magnetic and surface lineaments associated with fault system trends. …”
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Heavy Metal Status of Major Vegetable Farmsoils in Ilorin Metropolis, Kwara State, Nigeria by P.O. Ben-Uwabor, G.K. Olawepo, C.O. Ogunkunle, P.O. Fatoba

“…Previous projects had been carried out to ascertain different levels of heavy metals in soils but this paper targets heavy metals and degree of pollution of major vegetable farm soils in Ilorin metropolis, Kwara State, Northern Nigeria. Therefore, this work aimed at determining the;  concentrations of total heavy metals (HMs) and the pollution index of the major vegetable farm soils. …”
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Assessment of the impact of climate change on the freshwater availability of Kaduna River basin, Nigeria by Okafor Gloria C., Ogbu Kingsley N.

“…Climate change in Northern Nigeria could lead to change of the hydrological cycle and water availability. …”
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Taxonomic Identification of Boswellia dalzielii Hutch Based on Chemical composition by Abdulrahman Mahmoud Dogara, Aisha Abdullahi Mahmud, Bawale Sani Halliru, Isah Labaran, Hussaini Danlami

“…The taxonomic identification and chemical composition of B. dalzielii in northern Nigeria have not been extensively documented in scientific literature, despite the recognized medicinal efficacy of this plant species. …”
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Socioeconomic Differentials in Employment Status and Involvement in Household Decision-Making Among Ever-Married Women in Nigeria by Rosemary O. Soetan, Mary O. Obiyan

“…The attenuating effect of Islam on this prospect needs further investigation and interventions for married women living in Northern Nigeria.…”
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Pediatric diarrhea patients living in urban areas have a higher incidence of Clostridioides difficile infection. by Ayodele T Adesoji, Osaro Mgbere, Charles Darkoh

“…CDI is relatively common among children with diarrhea in Northern Nigeria. Therefore, for effective management and treatment, more attention should be given to testing for C. difficile as one of the causative agents of diarrhea.…”
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Pest status of termites on different <i>Eucalyptus</i> species in Afaka, Nigeria by O.T. Alamu, R.A. Suleiman, A.E. Ayandokun, J.A. Ete, J.A. George-Onaho, I.S. Agboola

“… Eucalyptus is one of the exotic tree species used for fuel wood and utility pole purposes in Northern Nigeria. The early stages of its plantation establishment face the challenges of insect attack, especially the subterranean termites. …”
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Assessment and delineation of groundwater potential zones using integrated geospatial techniques and analytic hierarchy process by Oluibukun Gbenga Ajayi, Ifeanyi Jonathan Nwadialor, Joseph Olayemi Odumosu, Oluwatobi Olalekan Adetunji, Ishola Olabanji Abdulwasiu

“…This research explored the applicability of integrating RS, geospatial technologies and multi-criteria decision analysis (MCDA) for mapping and classifying GW potential zones in Bosso Local Government Area of Niger State in Northern-Nigeria. Five thematic maps were produced which represent the factors that influence and control the occurrence and transportation of GW. …”
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Enhancing food security and nutrition through resilient agrifood value chains by Olanike K. Adeyemo

“…For example, in 2016, the United Nations reported that Boko Haram bombings in Northern Nigeria disrupted trade routes between Chad and Nigeria, interrupting the supply of basic goods and causing local price hikes. …”
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Public libraries in danger: an investigation into disaster management readiness among public libraries in North West Nigeria by Ugwunwa Chinyere Esse, Michael Opeoluwa Fagbohun, Idaerefama Youngharry, Ibrahim Muhammad Maidamma Furfuri, Promise Ifeoma Ilo, Maxwell Omeje

“…The destructive activities of man have become obvious in the Northern parts of Nigeria where a terrorist group known as Boko Haram  and Fulani herdsmen  have engaged in destructive activities like burning down of churches, schools as well as destruction of lives and property in some of the higher institutions in Northern Nigeria. Libraries and their resources have also been affected at some points. …”
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An Investigation of the Cross-Language Transfer of Reading Skills: Evidence from a Study in Nigerian Government Primary Schools by Steve Humble, Pauline Dixon, Louise Gittins, Chris Counihan

“…This paper investigates the linguistic interdependence of Grade 3 children studying in government primary schools in northern Nigeria who are learning to read in Hausa (L1) and English (L2) simultaneously. …”
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Smoking cessation practices among ethnic minorities. A case for ethnically-tailored smoking cessation services in Lagos State, Nigeria by Oluwakemi Odukoya, Muili Olaleye, Tolulope Kotey

“…Background In Nigeria, smoking rates are higher among ethnic groups in Northern Nigeria. Lagos state is the commercial nerve center of the most populous nation in Africa, and draws people of different ethnicities seeking economic gain. …”
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Influence of Geographical Location on Key Nutritional Properties of Watermelon (Citrullus lanatus) Pulp by U. E. Akporido, I. O. Okoro

“… Citrullus lanatus (watermelon) which was only cultivated in Northern Nigeria in the past, is now cultivated in other parts of Nigeria. …”
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Snakebite knowledge assessment and training of healthcare professionals in Asia, Africa, and the Middle East: A review by Godpower Chinedu Michael, Auwal Adam Bala, Mustapha Mohammed

“…In addition, the mean knowledge score of local snake-induced clinical syndromes could be as low as 46.2% in some settings in Ghana, while 52.7% of tertiary hospital doctors in northern Nigeria recommend antivenom in all snakebite cases. …”
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Petrography and geochemical characterization of a granite batholith in Idanre, southwestern Nigeria by Akinola, Oluwatoyin O., Azman A. Ghani, James, Elvaene

“…The average SiO2 contents in OGp (70.49%), OGu (68.7%) and OGf (65.8%) are comparable to similar Pan-African suites located in eastern and northern Nigeria. Na2O+K2O-CaO versus SiO2 diagram shows all the granite members are calcic, K2O vs SiO2 plot classify the granites as high-K calcic alkali to shoshonitic. …”
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Rhetorical functions of silence among speakers of some Nigerian languages: cultural and individual perspectives by Ibrahim, Bashir, Abdullah, Ain Nadzimah, Rafik - Galea, Shameem, Mohd Kasim, Zalina

“…Focus group discussions were held to elicit data from some undergraduate students of two public universities in Northern Nigeria involving speakers of Hausa/Fulani, Igala, Yoruba, Idoma, Igbo, Tiv,Meroeh, Lunguda, and Nupe. …”
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Relationships between media exposure and knowledge, attitude, and practice on HIV/AIDS: a cross sectional survey of adolescent Islamiyya girls in Nigeria by Muhammad Hamid, Adamu, Tamam, Ezhar, Osman, Mohd Nizam

“…Given that communication, particularly through the media plays a major role in stemming the spread of the epidemic, this study examines the HIV/AIDS media exposure, knowledge, attitude, and practice (KAP) of adolescent Islamiyya girls in northern Nigeria as a predominantly Muslim society. The objectives of the study were to (1) identify the girls' major sources of information on HIV/AIDS; (2) assess their exposure to HIV/AIDS media and their HIV/AIDS knowledge, attitude and practice; and (3) verify relationships between media exposure and HIV/AIDS KAP. …”
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Assessing the influence of Islamic banks' products' quality features on customer satisfaction in Nigeria by Baba, Bashir, Mohamed Zabri, Shafie, Kaseri, Ahmad

“…A convenient sampling technique was adopted to select the sample from the population (customers) of the Ja’iz bank plc. in Northern Nigeria. Hence self-administered questionnaire was chosen to gather the data. …”

Essential strategies for value management adoption and implementation in Nigerian construction industry by Mohamed, Sarajul Fikri, Yahaya, Sabiu Baffa, Misnan, Mohd. Saidin, Wan Mahmood, Wan Yusoff

“…Data collection was based on a structured questionnaire from 300 registered construction professionals across the three most prominent states of northern Nigeria vis: Abuja, Kano and Kaduna States. The data collected were analysed using frequency, percentage, mean score and average index. …”
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