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Evaluation of Leaf Morpho-Anatomical and Fibre Quality and Characterisation of Luffa Cylindrica (L.) M. Roem. And Luffa Acutangula (L.) Roxb.
(Centre for Internationalisation and Strategic Partnership (CISP), University of Ilorin, Nigeria, 2026-07) SAGAYA Abdulquadri; LATEEF Adebola Azeez; TIAMIYU Bashir Bolaji; ABDULRAHAMAN, Abdullahi Alanamu
Luffa, a genus of tropical and subtropical vines in the cucumber family, shows
morphological variation influenced by environmental factors. However,
scientific data on the thermal and mechanical properties of Luffa fibres remain
limited. This study investigated the leaf morpho-anatomical characteristics
and fibre quality of Luffa cylindrica and Luffa acutangula, using mature fruits
collected from eight local government areas in Kwara State, Nigeria. Seeds
were cultivated in a randomised complete block design. Morphological
analysis revealed greater variability in L. cylindrica for stem girth, leaf size,
and qualitative traits. Anatomically, both species were amphistomatic, with L.
cylindrica bearing trichomes on both surfaces, unlike L. acutangula.
Mechanical testing showed that L. cylindrica had superior tensile strength,
modulus, flexural strength, and hardness, whereas L. acutangula exhibited
higher impact energy and elongation. These findings suggested L. cylindrica
is better suited for industrial fiber applications, supporting the need for its
cultivation and promotion for commercial use.
Reimagining Leisure Education Through Freire: A Comprehensive Guide
(Centre for Internationalisation and Strategic Partnership (CISP), University of Ilorin, Nigeria, 2026-07) BELLO Muhinat Bolanle
This paper examines Paulo Freire's Pedagogy of the Oppressed as a transformative framework for leisure and recreation education. Traditional pedagogical approaches in leisure studies remain rooted in hierarchical, banking models that reinforce systemic oppression, including Whiteness, monoculturalism, and exclusion. Drawing on Freire's concepts of critical consciousness, dialogical action, and problem-posing education, we argue that leisure educators must move beyond performative inclusion toward genuinely liberatory practices. We analyse how current pedagogies perpetuate oppression through White Institutional Presence and anti-dialogical actions such as conquest, divide and rule, manipulation, and cultural invasion. We then demonstrate how Freirean dialogical actions, cooperation, unity,organisation, and cultural synthesis can address these inequities through cocreation,praxis, and decolonised pedagogy. Practical strategies include codesigned syllabi, community-engaged projects, and integration of Indigenous knowledge systems. By cultivating critical consciousness and embedding
dialogical action, leisure educators can position education as a practice of freedom, challenging dominant ideologies and creating more inclusive, just
learning environments.
A Critical Review of Ethical Issues in STEM Teacher Education in Nigeria
(Centre for Internationalisation and Strategic Partnership (CISP), University of Ilorin, Nigeria, 2026-07) BELLO Abdulrazak Agboola
In an era where technological and scientific advancements are pivotal to
national development, this study examined the state of STEM (Science,
Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education in Nigeria. It aimed to
dissect the complexities, challenges, and opportunities within this educational
sector, particularly in the context of global educational trends and national
developmental imperatives. The study reviewed ethical issues in STEM teacher
education in Nigeria. It clarified the concepts of ethics, norms, and what
constitutes STEM Teacher Education. The study concluded that, beyond
professional ethics, STEM teachers also need grounding in ethical theories and
moral thinking skills. The study advocated for the inclusion of core courses on
ethical theories and moral thinking skills into the STEM teacher education
curriculum in Nigeria.
Empowering Visually Impaired Students: Developing Educational Assistive Technologies for Inclusion in the Nigerian University System
(Centre for Internationalisation and Strategic Partnership (CISP), University of Ilorin, Nigeria, 2026-07) AROKOYO, Bolanle Elizabeth; FAHM AbdulGafar Olawale; OGUNGBADE, Oyelakin Kunmi; ADEPOJU, Grace Feyisayo; NWOSU Florence Chika; ADIO, Adedayo Omobolanle; HUSSAINI, Kabiru
Students with visual impairments in Nigerian universities continue to
encounter significant barriers to learning, including inaccessible educational
materials, inadequate assistive technologies, insufficient institutional support,
and limited educator preparedness for inclusive teaching. This paper presented
a conceptual framework for promoting educational inclusion through the
development of localised assistive technologies, accessible learning resources,
educator capacity-building, and institutional policy reform. Drawing on
Inclusive Education Theory, the Social Model of Disability, Universal Design
for Learning (UDL), and the Capability Approach, the paper proposed an
integrated model to enhance access to higher education for students with
visual impairments. Central to the framework is EVISVision, an assistive
mobile learning application designed to support independent access to
educational content through text-to-speech, optical character recognition,
voice navigation, and offline functionality. The framework also emphasised
the conversion of academic materials into Braille, audio, large-print, and
screen-reader-compatible formats, as well as systematic staff training and
policy implementation. The paper contributed to the ongoing discourse on
inclusive higher education and offered practical recommendations for
advancing Sustainable Development Goals 4 and 10 through equitable access
to quality university education in Nigeria.
Keywords: Inclusive Education, Assistive Technologies, Accessibility, Policy
Reform
Glocalisation of Africa's Untapped Heritage from Primary to Tertiary Education: Community Service of Higher Education
(Centre for Internationalisation and Strategic Partnership (CISP), University of Ilorin, Nigeria, 2026-07) ADEDOKUN-SHITTU Nafisat Afolake; ABDUL RAHEEM, Modinah Adenike Oladayo; AJANI, Hammed Adedeji; NUHU, Muritala Kehinde; MEJABI, Omenogo Veronica
Higher education is the bridge that connects town and gown; they delve into
the corners to turn ideas into opportunities. Higher education instruction
should, therefore, encourage pupils to experiment. To preserve the slowly
deteriorating cultural values and increase the chances of cooperative inquiry based learning, creative problem-solving, and creative activities, the
GLOCALISE strategy, which combines global and local values, should be
employed. When youngsters are not exposed to a culture, it dies too soon. As
a result, all educational levels should incorporate the idea of glocalisation into
their curricula. At the primary level, this should take the form of a role playing or storytelling approach; at the secondary level, it should be project based; and at the tertiary level, it should be problem-solving. Each level's
various concepts ought to be connected to a proverb, idiom, artefact, antique,
custom, or culture. Contextualised learning makes a lot of sense; it is
enjoyable for students and fosters critical thinking and teamwork. Therefore,
this paper examined how the GLOCALISE strategy is using crowdsourcing to
explore some African cultural heritages globally (locally and globally) while
creating tools for teaching and student involvement that are available to
educators, parents, and other interested stakeholders. GLOCAL professionals
update and validate the curriculum, assessment, and instructional materials. It
is envisaged that this strategy will foster the creative minds of Africans and
turn unexplored African history into invaluable gems for the world.
Keywords: Glocalisation, Unmined Heritage, Community Service, Higher
Education