HEZEKIAH UNIVERSITY JOURNAL OF HUMANITIES & EDUCATION

The research examined how classroom facilities influence the educational success of undergraduates in universities located in Bayelsa State. The paper employed a descriptive survey design. The population consists of 400-level students within the Faculty of Education at Niger Delta University, Bayelsa State. The purposive sampling was used to select 416 participants, comprising of 267 males and 149 females. Data were gathered through a structured questionnaire titled “Impact of Classroom Facilities on Undergraduate Students’ Academic Performance in Universities Questionnaire (ICFUSAPUQ).” The instrument underwent validation by two specialists in the Faculty of Education, Niger Delta University, Bayelsa State. Reliability was assessed using the Cronbach Alpha technique, yielding a coefficient of 0.73. Data analysis involved the use of arithmetic mean to address the research questions, while the t-test was employed for hypothesis testing. Findings revealed that seating facilities, such as chairs and desks, are both sufficient and in good working condition in undergraduate classrooms across universities in Bayelsa State. Consequently, the research suggested that, university managements in the state should sustain regular maintenance of classroom seating facilities to ensure continuous comfort and support for undergraduate learning.

The research examined how classroom facilities influence the educational success of undergraduates in universities located in Bayelsa State. The paper employed a descriptive survey design. The population consists of 400-level students within the Faculty of Education at Niger Delta University, Bayelsa State. The purposive sampling was used to select 416 participants, comprising of 267 males and 149 females. Data were gathered through a structured questionnaire titled “Impact of Classroom Facilities on Undergraduate Students’ Academic Performance in Universities Questionnaire (ICFUSAPUQ).” The instrument underwent validation by two specialists in the Faculty of Education, Niger Delta University, Bayelsa State. Reliability was assessed using the Cronbach Alpha technique, yielding a coefficient of 0.73. Data analysis involved the use of arithmetic mean to address the research questions, while the t-test was employed for hypothesis testing. Findings revealed that seating facilities, such as chairs and desks, are both sufficient and in good working condition in undergraduate classrooms across universities in Bayelsa State. Consequently, the research suggested that, university managements in the state should sustain regular maintenance of classroom seating facilities to ensure continuous comfort and support for undergraduate learning.

This paper examines the imperative of interdisciplinarity in the production of knowledge in the academic community using history and other disciplines as reference point. Adopting secondary sources, the work establishes that fresh insights, approaches, methodologies, toots, theories and concepts from other cognate disciplines can be integrated to address historical research problems no matter their complex nature or forms. Moreover, since history is both a humanist and never a stand alone academic discipline, it can combine are blend new perspectives from one of more disciplines in the humanities, social sciences, natural and applied sciences, and medical science to tackle complex and contemporary societal problems. The study maintains that the approach would be of great benefit to the historian and wary researchers as it would enable them to ask new questions and find flesh answers as to why things happened the way it did. On the other hand, history is capable of providing contexts and backgrounds to researchers from other disciplines. The paper concludes that scholars should depart from their disciplinary silos and embrace interdisciplinary approach which is capable to find actionable solutions to man’s complex problems.

The God Fantasy and the Search for Conscious Artificial Intelligence (AI) delve into the human desire for a supernatural and superintelligent being, drawing parallels from this yearning and the contemporary quest to create conscious artificial intelligence. This paper examines how the human fascination with a divine entity reflects our need to develop AI that shares human and supersensible traits, comparing modern theories of AI consciousness, such as Turing’s computationalism and Searle’s Chinese Room argument. Applying an interdisciplinary lens, the study traces the historical evolution of AI consciousness, exploring foundational theories and raising ethical questions. These include the moral responsibility of creating conscious machines and the potential for AI to reshape our understanding of ourselves. It also explores the notion of godlike machines and their influence on theological thought, arguing that the pursuit of conscious AI is a secular expression of our God Fantasy. The paper concludes with key insights, suggesting that our continuous fascination with AI consciousness is rooted in an inherent desire for transcendence. It also discusses the broader implications for future research in philosophy, theology, and AI ethics, offering an insightful perspective on the intersection of the God fantasy and the quest for AI consciousness in our rapidly advancing technological world.

This study examines the relationship between regulatory reforms and industrial performance in the Nigerian sugar sector. Over the past decades, the Nigerian government has introduced various regulatory and institutional reforms aimed at improving transparency, attracting private investment, enhancing production efficiency, and reducing dependence on sugar importation. Despite these policy interventions, concerns remain regarding capacity utilization, productivity levels, and competitiveness within the sector. Using a quantitative research design, the study analyzes data collected from major sugar manufacturing firms and relevant regulatory agencies in Nigeria. Key performance indicators such as output growth, capacity utilization rate, profitability, and investment inflows were examined before and after major reform initiatives. The findings reveal that regulatory reforms have had a mixed impact on industrial performance. While reforms contributed to increased private sector participation and moderate growth in investment inflows, challenges such as policy inconsistency, infrastructural deficits, and regulatory bottlenecks continue to constrain optimal production efficiency and full capacity utilization. The study concludes that although regulatory reforms are essential for industrial development, their effectiveness depend largely on policy stability, institutional capacity, and supportive infrastructure. It recommends strengthening regulatory enforcement, ensuring policy consistency, improving energy supply, and promoting backward integration strategies to enhance sustainable performance in the Nigerian sugar sector.

This study examines the effectiveness of peer counseling in enhancing the academic performance of secondary school students in the Agboyi-Ketu Local Council Development Area, Lagos State. Academic achievement remains a key indicator of educational success, yet students in urban Nigerian communities often face psychosocial challenges that hinder learning, including peer pressure, economic constraints, and family instability. Peer counseling, a structured program in which trained students provide academic, emotional, and social support to their peers, was investigated as a potential intervention to mitigate these challenges. A descriptive research design was employed, and data were collected from secondary school students using structured questionnaires. Analyses included descriptive statistics and regression to determine the relationship between peer counseling and academic performance. The findings revealed that peer counseling significantly improves students’ academic outcomes, accounting for 26% of the variance in performance scores. Specifically, students participating in peer counseling reported enhanced study habits, greater academic self-efficacy, and increased engagement in school activities. These results align with Bandura’s Social Learning Theory and Vygotsky’s Sociocultural Theory, emphasizing the importance of peer modeling, emotional support, and collaborative learning. The study concludes that peer counseling is an effective strategy for promoting academic success and psychosocial well-being among secondary school students. Recommendations include expanding peer counseling programs, providing structured training for peer counselors, and integrating peer support with formal school counseling services to maximize positive educational outcomes.

Electricity metering systems are essential components of efficient energy distribution and consumer satisfaction. In Nigeria, the transition from postpaid to prepaid metering was designed to promote transparency, accountability, and user empowerment. This paper conceptually examines the impact of prepaid metering on consumer satisfaction within Gwagwalada Area Council, Abuja. Drawing from theoretical models and studies published between 2020 and 2024, it explores billing accuracy, control, and trust. Findings suggest that prepaid metering enhances satisfaction by improving fairness and eliminating estimated billing, though challenges such as delayed meter access, technical issues, and inconsistent power supply persist. The paper recommends consumer education, infrastructure development, and broader policy reinforcement to sustain satisfaction and energy sector efficiency.

This study investigates self-concept as correlate of emotional stability among single parents in Rivers State. Three research questions and three hypotheses guided the Study. Correlational research design was used for the study. The population of the study comprised all the single parents in Rivers State, estimated at5,000. Multi-stage sampling technique was used for the study. Fluid survey sample size online calculator was used to determine the sample size of 400 single parents for the study. Four self-constructed instruments titled ‘‘Selfconcept Scale’’ (SCS) and ‘‘Emotional Stability Scale’’ (ESS) were used to collect data. The instruments SCS and ESS were validated by experts. The reliability of the instruments was estimated through test –retest method and yielded reliability indices of; SCS r=0.85, and ESS r=0.87. The researcher administered the instruments to the respondents with the assistance of two research assistants. Pearson Product Moment Correlation Coefficient was used to answer and test the null hypotheses at 0.05 level of significance using SPSS. The findings of the study revealed that there was significant relationship between self-concept and emotional stability among single parents in Rivers State. The study recommended among others that: the Rivers State Government should organize seminars, workshops and conferences regularly on self-concept since it has positive relationship on single parents’ emotional stability.