Browsing by Author "Laro, K. O."

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    ASSESSMENT OF STUDENTS PERCEPTION OF THE EFFECTIVENESS OF NON PHARMACEUTICAL INTERVENTION (NPI) IN THE PREVENTION OF THE SPREAD OF COVID-19
    (Department of Geography, Benue State University, Makurdi, Nigeria., 2024) Laro, K. O.; Oyekunle, M. A.
    issues faced by nations in the 21st century, which led to the closure of educational institutions. Hence, the re-opening of learning centers depends on their ability to adopt the various non pharmaceutical intervention (NPI) measures that will help prevent an outbreak on campus. However, the effectiveness of any measure depends on the cooperation of students, which is enormously affected by their perception of the effectiveness of these measures in ensuring their safety on campus. Thus, there is need to examine the perception of students regarding the effectiveness of the NPI measures. A total of 400 questionnaires were administered across faculties in the university. Data were analyzed using tables, charts and Analysis of Variance (ANOVA). Results showed that some of the NPI measures on campus include the use of facemasks, social distancing, the use of hand sanitizers, and also the erection of handwashing stations around the school campus. Results also revealed that these measures have affected student’s socio-economically by increasing the cost of transportation and the price of goods and services. The study concluded that most students believe that the covid-19 pandemic have been exaggerated and that most of the NPI measures provided were not effective in preventing the spread of the pandemic on campus. Therefore, it was recommended that university authority should carry out more sensitization and awareness campaign on the danger posed by covid-19 and the preventive measures needed for individuals to protect themselves, and compliance to these measures should be enforced adequately.
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    Family Planning Practices and Challenges among Rural Women in Moro, Kwara State
    (Department of Geography and Environmental Management, University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria, 2026) Laro, K. O.; Adeniyi, E. E.; Raheem, U. A.; Ogunmuyiwa, N. O.
    Family planning refers to the ability of individuals and couples to anticipate and achieve their desired number of children by spacing and timing their births. This is accomplished through the use of contraceptive methods and the treatment of involuntary infertility. This study examines family planning choices among rural residents in selected communities within the Moro Local Government Area (LGA) of Kwara State. To meet the specific objectives of the study, 400 questionnaires were distributed using a random sampling technique. Data was analyzed using tables, frequency counts, charts, simple percentages, mean scores, and ANOVA. The results of the study revealed that most rural residents are knowledgeable about family planning practices and their benefits. Among the contraceptive options, the barrier method is the most commonly preferred choice among respondents. Additionally, family planning practices are generally supported in the selected communities. The study found that religion does not pose a barrier to practicing family planning, as most rural dwellers reported using contraception during sexual intercourse. Furthermore, the majority of respondents did not perceive that family planning has side effects. It is recommended that women receive adequate education to actively participate in decisions regarding family planning. Additionally, family planning programs should be intensified to involve men and to enhance public awareness of the benefits of contraceptive use, ultimately fostering a positive change in attitudes toward family planning in rural areas.
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    Impact of Environmental Sanitation and Livability of People in Ibadan South-West Local Government.
    (Department of Geography and Environmental Management, University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria., 2023) Laro, K. O.; E. A Banjo; Saka, N.; Makinde, E. A.
    In Nigeria adequate environmental sanitation has not been strictly adhered to. The inadequate supply of sanitation facilities such as: public toilets, drainage, sewage networks, and poor sanitation practices does not support livability. Thus, it has contributed to various social and health problems in the country. Therefore, the aim of the study is to examine the impact of environmental sanitation on livability in Ibadan South West Local Government. to achieve this aim, the basic objectives are to: identify the sources of water, investigate access to water, examine vector control and hygiene practices and to investigate how regular the residents of the study area participate in environmental sanitation to enhance their livability. Both primary and secondary data were used for the purpose of this study. For adequate representation, a total of 399 respondents were sampled through the use of structured questionnaire. Descriptive and inferential statistic were used to analyze the data generated. Analysis of variance (ANOVA), simple percentages, graphs and tables were used to examine the regularities of people’s participation in environmental sanitation practices and to present other findings of this study. The findings of this study revealed that there is good accessibility to public water supply. Also, this study shows that respondents do not regularly participate in the environmental sanitation. These have constituted to the spread of mosquitoes and other disease vector species due to inadequacies in control method by some resident. Therefore, the study recommends that governments, and other stakeholders in the environmental sector should liaise with the ministry of health to educate the residents of the study area on public hygiene practices which is more important to promote the livability of the residents for sustainable development.
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    PERCEIVED RISK OF AIR POLLUTION AND ITS HEALTH IMPLICATIONS AMONG COMMERCIAL CAB DRIVERS IN ILORIN TOWN, KWARA STATE, NIGERIA
    (Faculty of Earth and Environmental Sciences, Federal University Dutsin Ma, Katsina State, Nigeria, 2025) Laro, K. O.; Saka, N.
    The study assessed the risk of exposure to air pollution among commercial cab drivers in Ilorin town, Nigeria. The objectives focused on socio-economic characteristics of commercial drivers, types and condition of vehicles, and working duration. Seasonal variation in air pollution-related symptoms experienced by commercial drivers was examined as well. A structured questionnaire was used to collect, and 394 copies were administered. Descriptive statistics, ANOVA, and t-test were used to analyse the data. The results were presented in tables and charts. Findings revealed that the drivers were male (100%), with most being over 35 years old (31.5%). The Saloon Car is the most used vehicle. Commercial cab drivers typically resume work as early as 6 am and close late in the evening. Cough (36.8%), headache (39.6%), catarrh (37.1%), depression (36.5%), and eye redness, as well as itching (39.3%), were commonly experienced by commercial transporters. The extent to which health conditions are experienced varies significantly between the rainy and dry seasons, with a F ratio of 61.36 and a p-value of less than 0.05 (P<0.05). The differences in health conditions associated with air pollution exposure among drivers during both dry and rainy seasons were not significant, as evidenced by a t-test value of 1.8, with a p-value greater than 0.05 (P>0.05). It was concluded that drivers experience air pollution-related health issues, including cough, headache, catarrh, depression, and eye redness and itching. The health issues, however, occurred both in dry and rainy seasons. This study recommends that the drivers adopt a work schedule that limits exposure to air pollution.
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    SANITATION FACILITIES AND DISEASES OCCURRENCE: A CASE STUDY OF MALARIA AND DIARRHEA IN ILE-IFE, OSUN STATE, NIGERIA
    (Department of Human Kinetics and Health Education, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Kaduna State, 2020) Laro, K. O.; Oyebanji, S. O; Makinde, E.A.; Saka, N.
    Malaria and diarrhea are the two major diseases caused by paucity in environmental sanitation facilities and practices. This study therefore seeks to examine the relationship between environmental sanitation facilities and the occurrence of two major diseases (malaria and diarrhea) in Ile-Ife with a view to assessing the available environmental sanitation facilities; and its impact on the occurrence of malaria and diarrhea diseases in the study area in order to suggest positive measures for improved environmental quality in the area. Data used for the study were collected from primary and secondary sources. Multi-stage sampling technique was employed for the study. Hence 228 households were sampled in 12 selected political wards across the residential zones. This forms the sample size. Data analysis was done through the use of tables, graphs and multivariate regression model through the SPSS package version 20. The study revealed that almost all respondents practice environmental sanitation through monthly sanitation exercise and dispose their waste in the community dump sites. It also revealed that majority of the respondents' uses water closet toilet and open drainage system. It also shows that the predominant means of waste storage before disposal was Bucket. Also, this study shows that the environmental sanitation facilities in the study area are few and inaccessible; the available once were not properly managed. Hence there is an urgent need for the government and environmental sanitation agencies to intensify effort on the availability and accessibility of environmental sanitation facilities in order to alleviate the occurrence of malaria and diarrhea in the study area
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    SOCIO-ECONOMIC AND ENVIRONMENTAL VULNERABILITY IN THE SAHELIAN CORRIDOR OF NIGERIA: A GIS-BASED ANALYSIS
    (Published by the Faculty of Social Sciences, Federal University Dutsin-Ma, Katsina State, Nigeria., 2025) Akinlotan, O. M.; Laro, K. O.
    Environmental hazards like floods, soil erosion, and desertification pose significant challenges to Nigeria's northern Sahelian Corridor. Traditional disaster risk assessments focus on physical hazard mapping, overlooking socio-economic determinants that influence community resilience. This study employs a multi-hazard, multi-dimensional approach to develop a socio economic vulnerability index, assess population and infrastructure exposure, and identify regions where vulnerability coexists with hazard-prone environments. The research utilized various datasets, including SRTM DEMs, FAO soil data, and socio-economic data from GRID3/WorldPop and NBS household surveys. The vulnerability assessment disaggregates vulnerability into physical, social, economic, and environmental categories, yielding a composite vulnerability score integrated with exposure analysis. Findings indicate substantial population concentrations in hazard-prone areas, with states like Kano, Borno, Sokoto, and Jigawa exhibiting high densities. Over 1 million individuals in Jigawa reside in high-hazard exposure areas, while in Kano, approximately 38% of cultivated land is situated in these zones, jeopardizing food security and livelihoods. The study reveals that regions with moderate hazard susceptibility can experience elevated disaster risk due to underlying socio-economic weaknesses, including poverty and inadequate infrastructure. The research advocates for a paradigm shift in disaster risk reduction strategies from a hazard-centric framework to a people centred approach, addressing fundamental drivers of vulnerability through poverty alleviation, investment in resilient infrastructure, diversification of livelihoods, and cohesive urban planning.