EUSpace Collection:http://repository.elizadeuniversity.edu.ng/jspui/handle/20.500.12398/152023-08-23T12:08:15Z2023-08-23T12:08:15ZAn Assessment of the Effectiveness ofWeather Information Dissemination among Farmers and Policy MakersSansa-Otim, JulianneNsabagwa, MaryOsuolale, Olayinka O.et, alhttp://repository.elizadeuniversity.edu.ng/jspui/handle/20.500.12398/13632022-05-24T03:00:18Z2022-03-27T00:00:00ZTitle: An Assessment of the Effectiveness ofWeather Information Dissemination among Farmers and Policy Makers
Authors: Sansa-Otim, Julianne; Nsabagwa, Mary; Osuolale, Olayinka O.; et, al
Abstract: The changing environment, climate, and the increasing manifestation of disasters, has
generated an increased demand for accurate and timely weather information. This information
is provided by the National meteorological authorities (NMAs) through different dissemination
channels e.g., using radios, Televisions, emails among others. The use of ICTs to provide weather
information is recently gaining popularity. A study was conducted in three countries, namely Nigeria,
Uganda, and South Sudan to assess the efficiency of an ICT tool, known as “Weather Information
Dissemination System”. The study involved 254 participants (Uganda: 71; South Sudan: 133; and
Nigeria: 50). The collected primary data were first quality controlled and organized thematically
for detailed analysis. Descriptive statistics was used to provide quantitative analysis as well as
content scrutinized for qualitative analysis. The results showed that there is a need for timely weather
information to plan farming activities such as planting and application of fertilizers and pesticides as
well as to manage flood and drought by the water sector and disaster management. Results further
showed that the majority of the respondents have access to the technology needed to access weather
and climate information. The respondents who received weather information from NMAs noted
that the forecast was good. However, they further noted that there is more room for improvement
especially with making the forecasts location-specific, ensuring mobile access is adequate in all
regions, provision of weather information by SMS (in countries where this service is currently
unavailable) and improved timing of the weather information. Finally, uncertainty about the accuracy of weather information and the weather information not meeting specific needs are key barriers to
people’s willingness to pay for it (Uganda: 33.3%; South Sudan: 46.1%; and Nigeria: 33.3%). Improved
collaborations between the NMAs, ICT service providers, policymakers and farmers will facilitate
an effective approach to weather information access and dissemination. Innovative sensitization
approaches through the media houses will enable better understanding of weather products and
utilization, and access to enabling ICTs would increase access to weather forecasts
Description: Staff Publications2022-03-27T00:00:00ZCartography of opportunistic pathogens and antibiotic resistance genes in a tertiary hospital environmentRei Chng, KernLi, ChenhaoOsuolale, Olayinka O.et, alhttp://repository.elizadeuniversity.edu.ng/jspui/handle/20.500.12398/13622022-05-24T03:00:17Z2020-06-01T00:00:00ZTitle: Cartography of opportunistic pathogens and antibiotic resistance genes in a tertiary hospital environment
Authors: Rei Chng, Kern; Li, Chenhao; Osuolale, Olayinka O.; et, al
Abstract: Although disinfection is key to infection control, the colonization patterns and resistomes of hospital-environment microbes
remain underexplored. We report the first extensive genomic characterization of microbiomes, pathogens and antibiotic resistance
cassettes in a tertiary-care hospital, from repeated sampling (up to 1.5 years apart) of 179 sites associated with 45 beds.
Deep shotgun metagenomics unveiled distinct ecological niches of microbes and antibiotic resistance genes characterized
by biofilm-forming and human-microbiome-influenced environments with corresponding patterns of spatiotemporal divergence.
Quasi-metagenomics with nanopore sequencing provided thousands of high-contiguity genomes, phage and plasmid
sequences (>60% novel), enabling characterization of resistome and mobilome diversity and dynamic architectures in hospital
environments. Phylogenetics identified multidrug-resistant strains as being widely distributed and stably colonizing across
sites. Comparisons with clinical isolates indicated that such microbes can persist in hospitals for extended periods (>8 years),
to opportunistically infect patients. These findings highlight the importance of characterizing antibiotic resistance reservoirs in
hospitals and establish the feasibility of systematic surveys to target resources for preventing infections.
Description: Staff Publication2020-06-01T00:00:00ZPreparedness and Resilience of Education Systems to Address Multiple Threats: Pandemics, Hurricanes, Drought, Food InsecurityGaspard-Richards, DeniseBanunle, AlbertOsuolale, Olayinka O.http://repository.elizadeuniversity.edu.ng/jspui/handle/20.500.12398/13612022-05-24T03:00:15Z2021-01-01T00:00:00ZTitle: Preparedness and Resilience of Education Systems to Address Multiple Threats: Pandemics, Hurricanes, Drought, Food Insecurity
Authors: Gaspard-Richards, Denise; Banunle, Albert; Osuolale, Olayinka O.
Abstract: Chapter 1 on the preparedness and resilience of education systems,
identifies ways Commonwealth members have facilitated and supported the
continuation of teaching and learning at the early childhood, primary and
secondary education levels during the pandemic. Ultimately, the study aims
to suggest ways education systems can meet multiple threats in the future,
including from hurricanes, experiences of drought and other natural disasters.
Key issues and policy messages arising out of Chapter 1 include the need for
education systems to:
• plan and be prepared to face emergencies of different types;
• acknowledge and support students’ socioemotional and
psychological well-being;
• leverage communities by providing low-cost and low-tech solutions;• engage stakeholder business entities, community groups and
external donors for collaboration and partnerships to ensure access
to scarce resources;
• ensure the sustainability of flexible teacher training opportunities;
• introduce intensive monitoring strategies; and
• intensify the response to inequality of opportunities in the education
system.
Description: Staff Publication2021-01-01T00:00:00ZDENGUE VIRUS INFECTION AND LEISHMANIASIS IN PATIENTS ATTENDING A MEDICAL HEALTH CENTER IN THE RURAL COMMUNITY OF ILARA-MOKIN, ONDO STATE, NIGERIAOsuolale, Olayinka O.Daramola, TolulopeAlajo, Olanikehttp://repository.elizadeuniversity.edu.ng/jspui/handle/20.500.12398/13602022-05-24T03:00:14Z2019-01-01T00:00:00ZTitle: DENGUE VIRUS INFECTION AND LEISHMANIASIS IN PATIENTS ATTENDING A MEDICAL HEALTH CENTER IN THE RURAL COMMUNITY OF ILARA-MOKIN, ONDO STATE, NIGERIA
Authors: Osuolale, Olayinka O.; Daramola, Tolulope; Alajo, Olanike
Abstract: Dengue and leishmaniasis are serious diseases that the World Health
Organization (WHO) characterizes as lacking effective control measures.
Transmitted by insect vectors and can result in epidemic outbreaks.
Sustained control of the vectors are difficult for dengue and leishmaniasis
because their high reproductive potential allows the vector populations to
recover quickly after intervention wherever adequate breeding conditions
exist. Because of their misdiagnosis or underdiagnosed, it is endemic in the
tropical countries. Prevalence and epidemiology of these diseases is poorly
understood and misdiagnosed in Nigeria, in most cases with malaria. Our
study aims to investigate dengue virus and leishmaniasis co-infections in
patients visiting a rural community medical center in Elizade University,
Ilara Mokin, Ondo State. Blood samples were collected and analyzed for
two months. SD Dengue Duo and Bio-rad IT Leish serological test kits was
used for the samples analysis. This study examined 101 samples which
were simultaneously tested for the target infections. In about 23.76%
of the samples (24 samples) were positive for dengue infections. Gender
wise, more males (79.17%) than females (20.83%) tested positive to the
virus infection. 37.5% of the positive samples were primary infections,
91.6% were past or secondary infections and 33.3% of the samples show
late primary infections and early secondary infections. Only 1 sample was
positive for Leishmaniasis. The majority of the study population had no
pre-knowledge of dengue infection and leishmaniasis as they are carriers
of the diseases, providing new insights on both incidence and prevalence.
It was discovered that those from villages especially the South-South of
Nigeria tested positive the most as carriers of the diseases. Therefore, these
areas need special attention for surveillance and treatment for preventive
measures. In addition, this study recommends a concerted effort by
all stakeholders to enlighten the people about dengue infection and
leishmaniasis, and its prevention and eradication from such regions.
Description: Staff Publication2019-01-01T00:00:00Z