An Expository Study on Peace Building and Conflict Management in Alavanyo and Nkonya Conflict, Ghana

An Expository Study on Peace Building and Conflict Management in Alavanyo and Nkonya Conflict, Ghana   CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background of the study Conflict is one of life's most unavoidable realities, and it is an inextricable element of our existence. It may be found at all levels of human civilization and in many forms. The concept of conflict has attracted a lot of attention and interest all around the globe. According to Weber's social stratification, society is divided into three categories: class (economic order), status groups (social order), and parties (political order), which are regarded as the source of power distribution within society, resulting in social disparities and inequalities. All of these things influence and are influenced by one another. From the 1970s through the 1990s, Africa was portrayed as a...

An Investigation of the National Commission for Civic Education and Ghana’s Democracy (A Case Study of the Cape Coast Metropolis)

An Investigation of the National Commission for Civic Education and Ghana's Democracy (A Case Study of the Cape Coast Metropolis)   CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY For democracy to exist and thrive, a critical mass of a country's inhabitants must have the skills, values, and behaviors that are compatible with democracy. They must understand the fundamental characteristics of a democratic political system in order to be able to use it when their interests are at risk, and they must believe in the relevance of essential democratic principles such as tolerance for differing viewpoints and respect for the rule of law. They must also be willing and capable of participating in local and national politics, and they must think that their involvement is critical to the democratic political system's long-term sustainability...

Community-based Forest Management Project and Effect on Women’s Livelihood. (Case Study of Rudeya Forest Management Project in the Asunafo District of Brong Ahafo Region, Ghana)

Community-based Forest Management Project and Effect on Women’s Livelihood. (Case Study of Rudeya Forest Management Project in the Asunafo District of Brong Ahafo Region, Ghana)   CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY The disparity between estimates of forest loss is less striking, but still significant, at the global level. Elaine Matthiaws, a NASA scientist, attempted to estimate the world's initial forest cover based on climatically suited places and compared it to the condition in 1970. She came to the conclusion that the original cover had lost 15% of its value (Cleaver et al, 1992). According to Cleaver, the total area of tropical forest lost each year ranges from 133,000 to 245,000 square kilometers. According to surveys, the rate of deforestation in emerging countries has been increasing. In West Africa, for...

Pattern of Overweight and Obesity Among Secondary School Students in Benue State of Nigeria.

Pattern of Overweight and Obesity Among Secondary School Students in Benue State of Nigeria.   CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background Of The Study In affluent societies, obesity is the most common nutritional disorder. Obesity is a condition characterized by an abnormally excessive level of body fat (Edinburgh 1995). It is defined as abnormal adipose tissue growth caused by fat cell enlargement (hypertrophic obesity) or an increase in the number of fat cells (hyperplastic obesity) or a combination of the two (Park K 2005). Excess fat accumulates as a result of an imbalance in energy intake and expenditure. Obesity's importance cannot be overstated because it is linked to increased morbidity and mortality. It predisposes to the development of serious diseases and reduces the efficiency and happiness of those who suffer from...

An Evaluation of Expanded Programme on Immunization and the Factors Influencing Community Participation ( Case Study of Elimina Sub-district)

An Evaluation of Expanded Programme on Immunization and the Factors Influencing Community Participation ( Case Study of Elimina Sub-district)   CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background Of Study In community development programs, community engagement now appears to be the "software." Community participation as a developmental strategy is an important cog in the wheel of ensuring that community programs are well-planned, implemented, monitored, evaluated, maintained, managed, and financed for the benefit of the current generation and future generations, using human, natural, and man-made resources (Putman, 2000). There is no single definition of community engagement; rather, there are a plethora of definitions that vary based on the degree of participation. In this continuum, "participation" spans from minor or "co-opted" participation,...

Covid 19 and the Psychosocial Adjustment of Secondary School Students: a Study of Selected Secondary Schools in Abuja

Covid 19 and the Psychosocial Adjustment of Secondary School Students: a Study of Selected Secondary Schools in Abuja   CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY The Covid-19 virus outbreak created a lot of turbulence in the world which affected different sectors of nation’s economy. Not only did it impact nations but on the receiving end was it creating significant psychological and sociological changes in the lives of individuals and societies worldwide. This health emergency has critically impacted all segments of contemporary societies, including every level of the schooling system. The vital implementation of various social distancing measures has meant the partial or total closure of schools and a shift from regular face-to-face teaching to online teaching. This major alteration in instruction and learning...

A Critical Analysis of the Causes and Impact of Premarital Sex Among Females Students in Secondary Schools.

A Critical Analysis of the Causes and Impact of Premarital Sex Among Females Students in Secondary Schools.   CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1    BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY Premarital sexual activity is practiced by the vast majority of female students worldwide. Because they are so young and less likely to use condoms, they are more likely to engage in unprotected or risky sexual behavior. Only a small percentage of premarital sexually active teens kept the relationship later on, whereas the majority had sex with love and even ended up with a prostitute (Rosenfeld, 2008). Youths who begin sexual activity at a young age are more likely to be exposed to the high risk of having several sexual partners. Premarital sex has been recognized as a severe problem across the world for many years.Various research on why premarital sex is prevalent...

A Critical Assessment of Fund Management Strategies and Effective Administration in Secondary Schools

A Critical Assessment of Fund Management Strategies and Effective Administration in Secondary Schools   CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background Of The Study One of the instruments regarded as useful for socioeconomic growth is the education system, without which, as propounded by Oboegbulem (2013), neither an individual nor a country can achieve professional and economic development. As a result, funds allocated for educational purposes require effective management so as to achieve the objective for which they were made available. According to Madumere-Obike (2011), every organization’s administration, survival, and sustainability are highly engineered by the funds available as well as the managerial competence of the administrators. And educational institutes such as schools are not an exception. In a secondary school setting,...

A Critical Survey of Public Perception on Broadcast Media Coverage of Environmental Health Issues in Akwa Ibom State.

A Critical Survey of Public Perception on Broadcast Media Coverage of Environmental Health Issues in Akwa Ibom State.   CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1  Background of the Study Environmental health is the science and art of preventing illness and disease as well as  promoting health by identifying and evaluating environmental sources and hazardous agents, as well as limiting exposures to hazardous physical, chemical, and biological agents in the air, water, soil, food, and other environmental media or settings that may harm human health (neha.org). Environmental health is a branch of public health that focuses on the relationships between people and their environment, promotes human health and well-being, and fosters healthy and safe communities, according to the American Public Health Association, as cited in the American Journal of...

An Evaluation of Interpersonal Communication and Its Impact on Awareness Level of Family Planning Among Rural Women in Imo State

An Evaluation of Interpersonal Communication and Its Impact on Awareness Level of Family Planning Among Rural Women in Imo State   CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1       Background of the study Acceptance and usage of family planning among married women in Nigeria has become a sensitive subject, since married women in Nigeria tend to have a large number of children, overlooking the relevance and benefits of family planning. Individuals and couples can use family planning to anticipate and achieve their desired number of children, as well as the spacing and timing of their births. It is accomplished by using contraceptive techniques and treating involuntary infertility (Ofonime J, Ikobong E.2016). The capacity of a woman to space and restrict her pregnancies has a direct influence on her health and well-being, as well as the outcome...

A Survey on the Factors Limiting the Performance of Police in Nigeria

A Survey on the Factors Limiting the Performance of Police in Nigeria   CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1       Background of the study Security is pivotal in the conduct of human affairs from time immemorial. According to Agekome (2000), Security is a familiar cliché that has currency over the years. When a society is secure and peaceful, it enjoys rapid economic and social development. But a restive and insecure society is a breeding ground for chaos, lawlessness and anarchy, hence, the need for a vibrant, efficient and effective Police Force that can maintain law and order in society, and ensure peaceful coexistence among citizens in a secure and safe environment.             The Police, a body of officers representing the civil authority of government, are typically responsible for maintaining public order and...

An Analysis of the Competency Required of Principals for Effective Financial Management in Secondary Schools

An Analysis of the Competency Required of Principals for Effective Financial Management in Secondary Schools CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1    BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY Education is a powerful transformational instrument in any community and should be valued highly. It is the learning of information and skills necessary for individual, group, and organizational growth at all levels and sectors of life. Education has long been seen as critical to personal and societal development in all countries across the world (Ogunu, 2000). Various declarations on education have been issued at the global and national levels in recognition of the vital role of education in the development of man and contemporary society. Considering governments' massive investment in public education, its outcome in terms of student quality, an apparent reduction in student...
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