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ABSTRACT The highest occurring natural disasters in Nigeria are attributed to flood with its attendant consequences on lives and properties. Nigeria witnessed an increased number of dam construction between 1970 and 1995 as an aftermath of the Sahelian drought of 1970-1972. Communities located downstream of these dams, are traditional areas of special importance for rural communities. The resulting population growth and degradation of natural resources in these areas, aggravates flooding ...

ABSTRACT The scarcity of water in Bosso Local Government Area of Niger State warrants for a detailed investigation of the groundwater potential characteristics of the area so that an exploration guide as well as sustainable groundwater management strategy can be developed. Therefore, this study assessed groundwater potential mapping using Digital Elevation Model in Bosso Local Government Area, Niger State, Nigeria. Primary data for the study includes collection of GPS points ...

ABSTRACT Bida Town is undergoing rapid expansion and lack adequate supply of potable water which has given room to the use of different water sources and sometimes results in outbreaks of water borne diseases. EPANET system analysis of Pipe Network was used to analyze the distribution network for both present and future demand after collation of the population data, pipe lengths and diameters, elevation and water demands. EPANET is a ...

ABSTRACT     Diabetes is one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality in adults globally. Type 2 diabetes is a disease associated with a huge burden of medication non-adherence due to complex regimens leading to complications that further increase morbidity and mortality among this population. The aim of this study was to assess medication adherence and the impact of mobile phone short message service (SMS) reminders on clinical ...