Browsing by Author "Tijani, Sarafat A."

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    Assessment of Bed Linen Produced from Guinea Brocade for Wealth Creation in Offa Local Government
    (Association for Family and Society Scientists, 2025-08-07) Abdulkadir, Shakirat Odunayo; Tijani, Sarafat A.; Babajide, B.; Adedoyin, O.U.
    Bed linen produced from guinea brocade exhibits remarkable quality attributes, showcasing its rich cultural heritage, the intricate pattern and vibrant colors inherent to guinea brocade contribute to its aesthetic appeal, making it attractive choice for consumers seeking unique and culturally significant bed linen options. Therefore, this study assessed bed linen produced from guinea brocade for wealth creation in Offa Local Government Area Kwara State. Three research questions were raised. The study adopted Cross cross-sectional descriptive survey research design. The population for the study comprised 3,014 home makers in Offa Local Government. Multi-stage sampling technique (including simple random) was used to select one hundred and fifty (150) homemakers in the study area. The instrument used was well well-structured questionnaire. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics including frequency, mean and standard deviation. the findings revealed that respondents have seen guinea brocade bed line before (1.67) but not familiar with its characteristics (1.21) and never come across its promotion and advertisement (ˉ1.35). It also revealed that respondents perceived guinea brocade as suitable fabric (ˉ3.99), premium product worth investing in (3.82) and the appearance looks attractive (3.98). guinea brocade bed linen can reduce reliance on imported beddings (ˉ2.63), strengthening cultural heritage (2.51). It also revealed that respondents disagreed that maintenance requirements will increase their economic viability (2.23). It can be concluded that the preference and acceptance of Guinea brocade bed linen signify a lucrative market opportunity and means of wealth. The study recommends that home economics educators and fabric retailers engage in awareness campaigns on quality fabric selection and fabric-specific maintenance to promote durability and cost-effectiveness in household textile
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    Potentials of African Print Kitchen Furnishings as a Wealth Creation Tool among Female Junior Staff at the University of Ilorin, Nigeria
    (Home Economics Professional Association of Nigeria, 2025) Abdulkadir, Shakirat Odunayo; Tijani, Sarafat A.; Olatunbosun, K.A.; Taiwo, Gbemisola, L.
    This study investigated the acceptability of African print kitchen furnishings among female junior staff at the University of Ilorin and assesses their potential for wealth creation. The study posed five questions and formulated one hypothesis tested at a 0.05 significance level. A descriptive research design was employed, with a sample of seventy-one (71) female junior staff randomly selected from a population of 245. Data were collected using a well-structured questionnaire, then analyzed through descriptive statistics (percentage, mean, and standard deviation) and inferential statistics including Pearson Product Moment Correlation (PPMC). The findings revealed that awareness of African print kitchen furnishings among the respondents was generally low. However, there was a significant positive relationship between consumer awareness and the acceptability of these furnishings. Despite the potential for wealth creation, sourcing quality fabrics and lack of expertise posed significant challenges to the adoption and promotion of these products. The study found no significant relationship between perceived economic benefits and the acceptability of African print kitchen furnishings. Based on these findings, it was recommended that efforts should be made to increase awareness and improve the skillset of those involved in producing African print kitchen furnishings, thereby enhancing their potential for wealth creation.