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Item Open Access Fourth Annual Report of the Nigeria Central Marketing Board(Nigeria Central Marketing Board (Printed in Great Britain by Brown Knight & Truscott Ltd., London & Tonbridge), 1959) Nigeria Central Marketing Board• I. Membership, Meetings and Executive Arrangements • II. The Board's Overseas Selling Organisation • III. Selling Arrangements and Selling Operations to 30th September, 1958 • IV. Evacuation, Port Storage and Shipments • V. The Board's Accounts for the period 1st January to 30th September, 1958 • VI. Acknowledgments • VII. AppendicesItem Open Access Entrepreneurship Modules: The business skills you need to become a successful enterprenuer(Calabar, Cross River state (South South Zone, University of Calabar): Academic Publishing Centre, 2024) ISIMOYA, O. Augustine• Module I • Chapter 1 – Entrepreneurship • Chapter 2 – Identification and Evaluation of Entrepreneurial Opportunities • Module II • Chapter 3 – Business Feasibility Study for Venture Creation • Chapter 4 – Setting up Entrepreneurship Venture • Chapter 5 – Raising Money for Business Venture • Chapter 6 – Locating Business for better returns • Chapter 7 – Legal Structures and Business Regulations in Nigeria • Module III • Chapter 8 – Marketing your Entrepreneurial Venture for Higher Patronage • Chapter 9 – Managing Human Resources for Peak Performance in an Entrepreneurial Venture • Chapter 10 – Customer Focused Selling for Outstanding Sales Performance • Module IV • Chapter 11 – Making your Business Ethical and Socially Responsible • Chapter 12 – Entrepreneurial Risk Management • Chapter 13 – Why 95% of startups fail before their 5th anniversary in most developing economies • Chapter 14 – Business Consulting and Entrepreneurship • Chapter 15 – Growing Entrepreneurial Firm to make an impact in the worldItem Open Access Federal Character Commission(Federal Character Commission / Printed by ADPROMO, 2002) Federal Character Commission Handbook• Introduction • Background • Federal Character Commission (Establishment, etc. Act) • Part I: Establishment of the Federal Character Commission • Part II: Staff of the Commission • Part III: Financial Provisions • Part IV: Offences, etc. • Part V: Miscellaneous • Guiding Principles and Formulae for the Distribution of all Cadres of Posts • Part I: General Principles and Formulae • Part II: Definitions, etc. • Part III: Application of General Principles • Part IV: Federal Character Principles and Selection Process for Recruitment into the Federal Public Service • Grievance Procedure • Addresses of State Offices of the Commission • Departments and Committees • Names of Members of the Commission • Management StaffItem Open Access Federal Ministry of Science and Technology Ministerial Press Briefing(Federal Ministry of Science and Technology, 1990) EZEKWE, Gordian O.• 1.0 Introduction & Review of Previous Briefing • 2.0 Highlights of Recent Developments 2.1 Action towards the Establishment of an Engineering Infrastructure in Nigeria • 2.2 The Ministry and its Research Institutes • 2.3 Encouragement of Pilot Production of Research Results • 3.0 Developments in Industrial and Chemical Technology • 4.0 Energy Research and Development • 5.0 Research in Support of Human Medical Care • 6.0 Promotion of Agriculture and Food Production • 7.0 Support for Activities of the Scientific Community • 8.0 Science and Technology Promotion • 9.0 ConclusionItem Open Access Establishing a Business in Nigeria(Apapa: The Commercial Press Ltd., Federal Ministry of Information, 1962) Federal Ministry of Information (for the Federal Ministry of Commerce and Industry)• Government Policy Relating to Foreign Investment • Government Incentives to Industrial Development • (a) The Industrial Development (Income Tax Relief) Act • (b) The Industrial Development (Import Duties Relief) Act • (c) The Customs Duties (Dumped and Subsidised Goods) Act • (d) The Customs (Drawback) Regulations • (e) The Income Tax (Amendment) Act, 1958 • Foreign Ownership of Companies • Foreign Ownership of Land • Industrial Estates • Mineral Rights • Entry Remittances and Repatriation of Capital • Trade Factors • (i) Import Control Regulations • (ii) Payment for Imports • (iii) Quotations and Credit • (iv) Status Reports • Customs Tariff • Tariff Protection • Types of Business Organisations • (a) Limited Liability Companies • (b) Limited Liability Companies Established Outside Nigeria • (c) Partnerships • Patents • Trade Marks • Company Law • Other Legislation • Laws and Regulations Affecting Employment • Social Insurance Laws • Taxation • Company Income Tax • Personal Taxation • Industries Already Established or About to Be EstablishedItem Open Access List of Frequently Asked Questions & Answers on Cash-less Policy (Revised Version)(Central Bank of Nigeria, 2014) Central Bank of Nigeria• Vision & Mission • Preface: Why the Central Bank of Nigeria made the Cash-less Policy • Cash-Less Policy - Key Terms • Frequently Asked Questions & Answers • Further Enquiries / Contact InformationItem Restricted Access Where in Africa? A Cultural Saga From Denver to Lagos(Mace Books (A Mace Books Publication), 2000) MAMMAH-POPOOLA, MercyWhere in Africa? A Cultural Saga From Denver to Lagos offers an insightful, cross-cultural guide for travelers embarking on a journey to the African continent, with a dedicated focus on Nigeria. Written from the authentic perspective of Dr. Mercy Mammah-Popoola—a native Nigerian living in the Western world—this publication bridges the divide between Western expectations and the realities of travel in developing African nations The work thoroughly explores Nigeria’s multifaceted identity, detailing its historical context, geography, regions, major urban centers, and unique socio-cultural dynamics. Readers gain practical advice regarding daily living, local governance, traditional rulers, hotel accommodation, internal transportation, market bargaining, and essential communication protocols. Furthermore, the guide highlights the rich heritage of Nigerian society through an examination of regional attire, traditional festivities, musicItem Open Access Nigerian ISBN Users' Manual (Revised Edition)(National Library of Nigeria, 2002) National Library of Nigeria, Nigeria ISBN Agency1. • Background (1) 2. • Establishment of ISBN Agency in Nigeria (1) 3. • Advantages of the ISBN (2) 4. • Structure of ISBN (2) • 4.1 Group Identifier (2) • 4.2 Publisher Prefix (2) • 4.3 Title Identifier (3) • 4.4 Check Digit (3) • 4.5 Distribution of Ranges (3) 5. • Scope of the ISBN (4) 6. • Application of ISBN (5) • 6.1 General (5) • 6.2 Facsimile Reprints (5) • 6.3 Books in Different Format (5) • 6.4 Loose-leaf Publications (5) • 6.5 Multi volume works (5) • 6.6 Backlist (5) • 6.7 Collaborative Publications (5) • 6.8 Books sold or Distributed by Agent (6) • 6.9 Acquisition of Publisher by another (6) • 6.10 Acquisition of complete stock of a Publisher (6) • 6.11 Publisher with more than one place of Publication (6) • 6.12 Register of ISBN (6) • 6.13 ISBN can never be re-used (6) 7. • ISBN for Electronic Publications (7) 8. • Printing of ISBN (8) • 8.1 General (8) 9. • Administration of the ISBN system (8) • 9.1 General (8) • 9.2 International Administration (8) • 9.3 Group Administration (9) • 9.4 Publishers Administration (10) 10. • Non-Participating Publishers (10) 11. • Practical uses of ISBN (11) 12. • ISBN and ISSN (12) • Appendix - Extract from ISO Recommendations No 2108, 1992 (E) (13) • Frequently asked questions about ISBN system (14) • Notes on the Allocation of ISBNs To non-Printed Books (16)Item Restricted Access Where in Africa?: a cultural saga from Denver to Lagos(Ikeja, Lagos state (4B, Odunukan Avenue, Oluyole - Oregun, P. O. Box 7763): Mace Books Publication,, 2000) MAMMAH-POPOOLA, Mercy• Part I: Culture • Where in Africa?. • Characteristics of Culture. • From Denver International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport. • Part II: Africa: Nigeria • Nigeria, An African Country. • The Regions and Major Cities in Nigeria. • Warri - "The Oil City". • Daily Life and Living in Nigeria. • Lodging and Hotel Accomodation. • Transportation. • Common International Issues. • Part III: Major Ethnic Recipes • Foods in Nigeria. • Stew and Soup Recipes. • Rice Recipe. • Popular Snacks. • Part IV: Ethnic Outfits and Artifacts.Item Open Access Hate Speech and the Campaigns for the 2019 Election: A Campaign Advisory(Kaduna state(3rd Floor, NSITF Building, No. 1A, Social Insurance Road, behind Trade Fair Complex, Zaria Road, PO. Box 10210): Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD), 2018) Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD)• Chapter 1. Introduction • Chapter 2. Hate Speech • Chapter 3.The Recent Pattern of Hate Speech • Chapter 4.Hate Speech and Election • Chapter 5. Conclusion and Recommendation • Government • Political Parties and Candidates • Law enforcement and Security Agencies • Religious and Community Leaders • Media Regulatory Agencies • Online newspapers • Radio and TV StationsItem Restricted Access How to Use Consistency Propellers to Build a Consistent Writing Habit: A list of 12 simplified habit-building strategie for writing consistently(Abuja, FCT(No 45, Silas Meshelia Str, 69 Road, Galadima): Jane Anne, 2023) ANNE, JaneChapter 01: The Goal of this Book Chapter 02: Revealing the Secrets of Writing Consistently Chapter 03: What are Consistency Propellers Chapter 04: 12 Consistency Propellers That'll Help You Build A Consistent Writing HabitItem Restricted Access A Little Touch of Love: The recipe for sweet and lasting relationship and marriage(Nedum, 2024) ONWE, Chinedu Nweke (Nedum)• Chapter 1: The Man (Before the fall, The fall, After the fall) • Chapter 2: The old Man (natural man) • Chapter 3: The New Man (the upgraded man) • Chapter 4: The need for dustbins or trash cans in relationships • Chapter 5: Personal love: relating with yourself • Chapter 6: The human needs (the needs of man) • Chapter 7: Little things to avoid • Chapter 8: Little things to add (spices to sweet relationship)Item Restricted Access Introduction to Indigenous Languages II (Epie) - Ososi Onugbẹnị Giengien Workbook Įbį Ogili(Yenagoa, Bayelsa State (No. 25 Imgbi Road Amarata ): Zilies Prints & Publishing, 2025) SEIYABOH, Enetimi Idah EWEKE, Ezuwobomude Emmanuel RAIMI, Morufu Olalekan; Ezuwobomude Emmanuel Eweke; Morufu Olalekan RaimiIntroduction to Indigenous Languages II (Epie) - Ososi Onugbẹnị Giengien Workbook Įbį Ogili • Chapter One: Introduction To Indigenous Languages / Ọsọsi onugbẹnị giengien • Chapter Two: Word Formation In Indigenous Languages / Wulemu mị onugbẹnị giengien • Chapter Three: Tone In African Languages/ Itoni mị onugbẹnị Afrika • Chapter Four: Phonemes, Allophones, And Sound/ Ifonime, alifoni nị etigiengien uvẹlẹ • Chapter Five: Tonal Bearing Units (TBUs)/ Eti onugbẹnị nị ọvọnị itoni ḅo • Chapter Six: Tonal Application Using Wordlists. • Chapter Seven: Sentence Formation. • Chapter Eight: Numeral Systems In Indigenous Languages. • Chapter Nine: Cultural Significance Of Language. • Chapter Ten: Sociolinguistic Contexts And Language Use. • Chapter Eleven: Language Preservation And Documentation. • Chapter Twelve: Policy, Advocacy, And Community Engagement. • Chapter Thirteen: Linguistic Diversity. • Chapter Fourteen: Sociolinguistics Contexts. • Chapter Fifteen: Global Vs. Local Languages. • Chapter Sixteen: Historical Context. • Chapter Seventeen: Language And Identity. • Chapter Eighteen: Ethical Considerations In Language Preservation. • Chapter Nineteen: Digital Tools For Indigenous Language Preservation.Item Restricted Access God's Faithfulness in the Shadows: Lessons from Ruth(Naphtali Publishers, 2025) OGBEBOR, Judith Emelieze• Chapter 1: A Woman in the Shadows: Ruth's Journey Begins • Chapter 2: From Struggling to Fulfilling: Ruth's Fidelity • Chapter 3: Trusting God's Provision: Ruth in Bethlehem • Chapter 4: You Have to Wait on the Lord: The Redemption of Ruth • Chapter 5: Redemption: The Legacy of Ruth • Chapter 6: Living with Intent: Ruth's Legacy Beyond Her Age • Chapter 7: Fate as of Ruth - Becoming a Woman of Destiny • Chapter 8: Step in Ruth's Footsteps – Practical Lessons for Women of Our DayItem Restricted Access Flourishing Like the Palm Tree(Yenagoa, Bayelsa State: Zilies Prints & Publishing,, 2024) ZIGE, Izonbarakumo• Chapter 1: Introduction • Chapter 2: Biblical Description of the Palm Tree • Chapter 3: Palm Trees Represent the Coming King • Chapter 4: Spiritual Meaning of the Palm Tree • Chapter 5: Qualities of the Palm Tree • Chapter 6: Prophetic Lessons from the Palm Tree • Chapter 7: Planted in the House of the Lord • Chapter 8: Strong and Fragrant Like the Cedar Tree • Chapter 9 & 10: Biblical Symbolism / Additional ReferencesItem Open Access Fundamentals of Theatre and Film Arts(University of Africa Toru-Orua (UAT) Publishing House,, 2024) edited by Barclays Foubiri Ayakoroma; Sunday Doutimiariye Abraye; Oghenemudiakevwe Igbi; Andrew Ali Ibbi• Introduction to the Arts of Theatre and Film Media • Fundamentals of Playwriting • Introduction to Directing Techniques • An Introductory Discourse on Acting • Adapting from the Stage to the Screen Media in Acting Techniques • Basics of Dance and Choreography • Fundamentals of African Dance • Introduction to Theatre Design • Introduction to Costume and Makeup Design for Stage and Screen • Introduction to Traditional African Music • Introduction to Music Composition and Orchestral Musical Instruments • Understanding the Basics of Theatre Management • Introductory Text to Basic Film Tools • Introduction to Dramatic Theory and Criticism Resource KeywordsItem Open Access Built Environment and Sustainable Development (Faculty of Environmental Sciences Imo State University Owerri Conference Proceedings Series, 1st Edition)(Owerri, Imo State(P.M.B 2000): Faculty of Environmental Sciences, Imo State University,, 2025) ONYIKE, Joachim A., OKAFOR, Marcellinus U., ONYENECHERE, Emmanuella C., AZUWIKE, Okechi D., OKEAHIALAM, Stanislaus A., EMETUMAH, Faisal C.PART 1: Architectural Design and Practice; Innovation and Technology in Architecture Chapter 1: Interrogating the Epistemology of Sustainable Built Environment Research in Developing Countries Chapter 2: Systematic Review on the Effect of Indoor Thermal Comfort Conditions on Academic Performance of Students Chapter 3: Examining the Architectural Services Delivery Stages of a Mixed-use Development in Bayelsa State, Nigeria Chapter 4: Reviewing Architectural Technology Curriculum of Polytechnics in Southeast Nigeria: Trajectories towards Sustainable Development PART 2: Greening Building, Innovative Materials and Technology; Skills Development and Labor Output in Construction Chapter 5: Influence Of School Built Environment, Study Habits and Peer Pressure on Academic Performance among Junior Secondary School Students in Gwale Local Government Area of Kano State, Nigeria Chapter 6: Sustainable Building Maintenance Model for Accreditation in Public Polytechnics in South-East, Nigeria Chapter 7: Safety and Security of College Buildings in Public Universities in Rivers State Nigeria PART 3: Housing Affordability; Climate Change and Property Chapter 8: The Impact of Economic Downturn on Affordable Housing Provision in Imo State Chapter 9: Impact of Building Design Defect on Real Estate Project Management in Port Harcourt, Nigeria Chapter 10: Addressing Housing Affordability Sustainability in Nigerian Built Environment Chapter 11: Examination of the Challenges of Insecurity on Residential Properties in North Central Nigeria Chapter 12: Assessment of Factors Affecting the Implementation of E-Land Administration and Management in Imo State, Nigeria Chapter 13: Understanding Green Building, Innovative Materials, and Technologies in Enhancing Sustainable Development Chapter 14: The Impact of Climate change on Property Valuation and Sustainable Development Chapter 15: Evaluating the Economic Implications of Local Content in Nigeria's Sustainable Housing Development Mantra: A Cost-Benefit Approach Chapter 16: Analysis of Factors influencing Rental Value of Shops in Plazas in Owerri Urban, Nigeria PART 4: Conceptual and Theoretical Issues; Teaching and Learning Methods; Gender Issues; Environmental Resources Development; Sustainable Development Goals; Plastics and the Environment; Health, Safety and Well-being; Building Codes and Practices; Projects Procurement Processes; Indoor Environment; Artificial Intelligence; Building Information Modelling (BIM) Chapter 17: Impact of Science Education on Environmental Awareness and Attitude among Secondary School Students in Selected Schools in Tarauni Local Govt. Area, Kano State Chapter 18: Effect of Steam Learning Approach on Gender Differential and Academic Performance among Basic Science Students in Nassarawa Local Government Area, Kano State Chapter 19: Six Vertex Model: Gaining insights into Atmospheric Dynamics Chapter 20: Formwork Waste in Building Construction in Rivers State: An Analysis of Causes, Impacts and Mitigation Strategies Chapter 21: Women Participation in Sustainable Development Initiatives: Implication for the Niger Delta Built Environment Chapter 22: Water Resources: Need For Sustainability in Nigeria Chapter 23: Evaluation of Plastic Waste Disposal in Water Bodies and Awareness of the Effects on Chapter 24: Environmental Impact of Climate Change on Sustainable Development: Focus on Gender Vulnerability in Nigeria Chapter 25: The Legend of Nwakpuda: Quixotic Environmental Chivalry or Crusading Environmentalism Arriving Before its Time? Chapter 26: Evolution of the Gambling Space in the Context of the Urban Built Environment. Insights from Owerri Metropolis Chapter 27: Studio Ceramic Art: The Panacea for Change towards Sustainable Development Chapter 28: Effect of Drug Abuse on the Academic Performance of Undergraduate Geography Students in Kano State, Nigeria PART 5: Physical and Social Environment; Climate Change and Human Ecology Chapter 29: Effects of Artisanal Refining Activities on Property Development among Communities in South-South, Nigeria: An Environmental Perspective Chapter 30: Bush Burning Effects on the Physical Properties of Soil in Omuma, Oru East Local Government Area of Imo State Chapter 31: Analysis of the effects of rainfall and temperature variation on crop yield across agricultural lands in Imo State, Nigeria PART 6: Infrastructure Development, Construction and Project Management; Cost and Financial Management Chapter 32: Construction Scheduling Technique and Inventory Management Model: Panacea for Sustainable Public Building Project Delivery PART 7: Geospatial Information Technology; Remote Sensing Application in Environmental Management Chapter 33: Assessment Of Land Use / Land Cover Changes in Mbaise, Imo State From 2013 to 2023 Chapter 34: GIS Evaluation of the Physical Terrain-Induced Flooding Incidence in Owerri Metropolis and its Human Health Implications PART 8: Urban Service Delivery; Social Injustice, Land use and Land Market Chapter 35: Strategic Planning Towards Developing a Sustainable City: Lessons for Lagos, Nigeria Chapter 36: Developing a Platform for Safer Alternatives to Public Water Supply in Owerri Urban Chapter 37: Addressing Skill Gaps and Enhancing Productivity: The role of Artisans in Sustainable Urban Development Chapter 38: Theoretical and Conceptual Perspectives on the Awareness and Perception of Urban and Regional Planning Among Students in Owerri Municipal Chapter 39: Analyses of Domestic Water Demand and Supply in Okigwe Town, Imo State Chapter 40: Technological Innovations and Strategies for a Sustainable Built Environment Chapter 41: The Evolution of Medical Geography in Egypt and Nigeria: A Comparative Review of Developmental Trends Chapter 42: Remote Sensing Application in Environmental ManagementItem Restricted Access On the Shoulders of a Giant: 20 Laws of Jking's Musical Power(Amarata, Bayelsa State( 25 Imgbi Road, Opposite Bayelsa Diagnostic Center) : Zilies Prints & Publishing,, 2023) AKPARAKATA, Gesikeme• Law of King Robert Ebizimor. • Law of Re-invention. • Law of Time. • Law of Seduction. • Law of Natural Flow Patience. • Law of Precision. • Law of Focus. • Law of Toughness. • Law of Freedom and Peace. • Law of Humility. • Law of Self-integrity. • Law of Outstanding Performance. • Law of Looking Beyond Distractions. • Law of Privacy. • Law of Talent. • Law of Love. • Law of Silence. • Law of Looking Inward. • Law of Attitude. • Law of Odokorikodo.Item Restricted Access Connecting the Dots: Faith ⊳ Profession ⊳ Purpose(Gospel Warehouse Publishing, 2025) EKIYOR, Tari Hudson• Chapter 1: Faith - The Foundation • Chapter 2: Profession – The Platform • Chapter 3: Purpose – The 'Why' Behind the 'What' • Chapter 4: Connecting the Dots • Chapter 5: The Red Idea – Re-engineering Your LifeItem Restricted Access Alta Autostima: Il Tuo Vero Valore e la Fiducia in Sé Stessi(SAWO Media Publications SMP, 2021) AJILORE, SamsonCapitolo 1: NON SEI UN INCIDENTE UNO SCOPO ANCOR PRIMA DI NASCERE Capitolo 2: DALLE STALLE ALLE STELLE LA PARABOLA DI UN DIAMANTE Capitolo 3: SUPERARE IL RIFIUTO COME JEFTE IL SOMARO DEL CONTADINO NOTA SULL'AUTORE