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A cross-sectional study of the knowledge and screening practices of diabetes among adults in a south western Nigerian city
(Pacini Editore Srl (Italy), 2021) Osiberu, A. A.; Oluwasanu, M. M.; Omobowale, M. O.; John-Akinola, Y.; Oladepo, O.
Introduction. The control of diabetes depends largely on preventive actions often influenced by knowledge and awareness of the condition, its risk factors, complication, and management. This study assessed the awareness, knowledge, and practices regarding diabetes among adults in two communities in Ibadan, Nigeria. Methods. A community-based cross-sectional study was conducted among five hundred randomly selected non-diabetic respondents, aged 18 to 65 years. Data was collected using the pretested, modified version of the WHO STEPS instrument translated into Yoruba language. Data collected were analysed using descriptive and inferential analysis and the level of significance was set at p < 0.05. Results. Majority of the respondents (89.6%) had previously heard about diabetes. Of these (n = 448), 31.8% were knowledgeable about diabetes and only 28% have ever had their blood glucose level measured by a doctor or other health professionals. Sex and monthly income were statistically associated with respondents’ diabetes knowledge while age, religion, monthly income, employment status, marital status, ethnicity and level of education were statistically associated with screening practices (p < 0.05). Monthly income was found to be a significant predictor of the level of knowledge adjusted by sex. Earning N20,000 ($ 52.60) or less had higher odds of being knowledgeable compared to earning no income (OR 0.54, CI 0.35, 0.83). Conclusion. Though Diabetes awareness is high, knowledge gaps and poor screening practices is of concern. This calls for tailored multi-component, community-based, health education interventions.
Alcoholic Herbal Products and Health of Peasant Adolescents in Ibadan, Nigeria
(Institute of Child Health, College of Medicine, University of Ibadan, Nigeria, 2020) Akpabio, O. E.; Omobowale, M. O.
The proliferation of alcoholic herbal products (bitters, branded herbal beers and locally- produced herbal drinks) in the Nigerian public space and a corresponding high consumption rate among peasant1 adolescents has generated public health interest in recent times partly because of its associated increased social and health problems especially among young adults. However, while concerted efforts have been made to reduce alcohol consumption especially among adolescents, herbal alcohol use still remains a major problem in this group. Therefore, this article explores factors that promote utilization of alcoholic herbal drinks, perceived benefits and possible consequences associated with it. Qualitative method of data collection was adopted; In-depth interviews were conducted with 23 users (aged 15-19 years) and 12 vendors (aged 20-35 years) of herbal alcohol in purposively selected sites. Data were analyzed following the principles of theme identification and content analysis. Three themes identified were; drivers, benefits and likely consequences of herbal alcohol consumption and were found to operate through a system of normative behaviour, beliefs and experiences. The drivers of normative behaviour were: (sub) Cultural acceptance, as implied in the local and customized names used in the advert and promotion of herbal alcohol consumption which are blended in indigenous symbolic understandings; the relative availability, consumer purchasing power as well as functionality. The perceived benefits identified by users included sexual enhancement, treatments/cure for myriad of diseases and also recreation/sociation. The health and social consequences associated with misuse of alcoholic herbal products were largely neglected by both users and vendors. These have public health implications on the peasant adolescents, thus of significant interest to public health practitioners and policy-makers.
Central fatness among secondary school adolescents in Ibadan, Nigeria.
(The Nigerian Anthropological and Sociological Association (NASA), 2016) Oyom, C. R.; Omobowale, M. O.; Orimadegun, A. E.; Olumide, A. O.; Amodu O.K.
One of the most pressing health problems facing public health in the world today is the astronomically increasing over weight and obesity cases among children and adolescents and Nigeria is not an exception to this problem. The increase in weight and obesity in reality cannot be separated from socio-cultural issues, simply because it cuts across all gender and classes. This study therefore, examined the context (reality in line with existing medical, social and cultural values) of central fatness among secondary school adolescents in Ibadan, Nigeria. The data for the study was collected through structured questionnaires and an assessment of anthropometric measurement. The study reveal increasing over weight and obesity cases among secondary students in, Ibadan, and social construction acceptance of obesity as a symbol of good living plays a major role in the prevalence. Hence, it is as a matter of urgency that there should be a strong awareness on the dangers associated with increasing accumulation of excess fat among secondary adolescents in Ibadan.
Class, gender, sexuality and leadership in Bodija Market, Ibadan, Nigeria.
(University of New Mexico, 2019) Omobowale, M. O.
Bodija market is the largest informal foodstuff market in Ibadan, southwestern Nigeria. At its inception in the 1980s, leadership of the market space followed long-standing Yoruba tradition, prioritizing the role of older women. This pattern of leadership continued until the mid-1990s, when former government workers, laid off upon implementation of the Structural Adjustment Programme (SAP), moved into the market as traders and eventually as the leaders and market “technocrats.” As a consequence of this, the market women who had held informally recognized leadership positions were sidelined. This development also redefined class within the market structure. The new leaders have impacted the market administration by incorporating symbols of elitism in their leadership style.
Contextual interpretation of COVID-19 pandemic among public space users in Ibadan Metropolis, Oyo State, Nigeria: An ethnographic review
(Public Library of Science (PLOS), 2021) Omobowale, M. O.; Bamgboye, E. A.; Akinyode, A.; Falase, O. S.; Ladipo, T.O.; Salami, O.; Adebiyi, A.O.
The COVID-19 pandemic has affected all dimensions of lives and has become a social problem as it continues to spread widely through the continuous interactions of people in public spaces where they earn a living. Curbing the spread of COVID-19 requires restrictions in these public spaces, however, the compliance to these measures depends largely on the understanding and interpretations of COVID 19 by users of these public spaces. This study examined the contextual interpretations of public space users about COVID-19 prevention in Ibadan Metropolis, Oyo State. The study was a rapid ethnographic survey in selected public spaces (markets and commercial motor parks) in Ibadan metropolis. Data were collected through participant observation, key informant interviews (3 females; 3 males) and indepth interviews (30) with, traders, head porters, clients/buyers and commercial vehicle drivers in these public spaces. Interviews conducted were transcribed, sorted into themes using Atlas-ti 7.5.7 and subjected to interpretive-content analysis. Findings revealed that some respondents felt COVID-19 was brought into Nigeria by rich frequent global voyagers, others felt it was through “uncultured” sexual life or wrath of God. Some also doubted the existence of the disease and many of the respondents perceived COVID-19 as a disease reported by the government or a political propaganda to siphon funds. The users of the public spaces in Ibadan Metropolis have variegated perception about the existence and severity of this rapidly spreading virus and this has grave implications for COVID-19 control in the State. Thus, regular interaction with public space users are essential for control efforts
Contextual reflections on COVID-19 and informal workers in Nigeria
(Emerald Publishing Limited, 2020) Omobowale, A. O.; Oyelade, O. K.; Omobowale, M. O.; Falase, O. S.
Purpose – The index case of COVID-19 in Nigeria was reported on 27 February 2020. Subsequently, the exponential increase in cases has brought about the partial and total lockdown of cities, the closure of all schools and the shutdown of government offices in order to curtail the spread of COVID-19. COVID-19 and its subsequent drastic curtailment policies have implications on vulnerable groups, especially, informal workers who constitute about 70% of the active working population in Nigeria. This reflective discourse critically engages the plight of informal workers in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic in Nigeria. Design/methodology/approach – The research was guided by the epistemology of pandemic interpretationism. It engages contextual reflections of the plight of economically vulnerable informal workers in Nigeria. Data were collected from secondary sources while rapid case studies were conducted with ten informal workers in Lagos and Ibadan. Afterwards, data were contextually analysed. Findings – Economically vulnerable informal workers in Nigeria have contextually interpreted COVID-19 as an elite disease, imported into Nigeria by the wealthy. In addition, the mass population views COVID-19 containment measures such as lockdowns, movement restrictions and stay-at-home orders as elitist policies, which are aimed at protecting the wealthy and frustrating the poor and economically vulnerable who live on the fringes of poverty. Many informal workers have slipped below the poverty line while struggling to supply livelihood needs, as they were unable to earn daily income and cannot access palliatives. Consequently, they are of the opinion that “Hunger Virus is deadlier than Corona Virus”. Originality/value – This paper is a contextual reflection on the plight of economically vulnerable informal workers during the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown and movement restrictions in Nigeria. It presents pandemic interpretationism as an epistemological guide and reflectively examines the poverty impact of COVID-19 on the Nigerian informal sector via contextual analyses of secondary data and rapid case studies. The paper uncovers various COVID-19 livelihood experiences and the responses of the informal workers; furthermore, it provides policy recommendations.
Determination of the moduli of elasticity and rupture, and energy consumption of the oil palm trunk
(Research Communications, Lagos, Nigeria, 2007) Mijinyawa, Y.; Omobowale, M. O.
The moduli of elasticity and rupture, and the energy to cause failure under impact load of the oil palm trunk were determined. Samples for testing were obtained from the base, middle and top of the tree trunk. They were taken from both the core and outer regions of the trunk and tested under wet and dry conditions. The samples obtained from the outer layer of the base, and tested under dry conditions, gave the highest modulus of elasticity of 4,943N/mm2 and a modulus of rupture of 42.8N/mm2. The samples obtained from the inner section of the top and tested under wet conditions gave the lowest values of 369.7N/mm2 for modulus of elasticity and 0.4N/mm2 for modulus of rupture. The maximum value of energy consumption of 12.86 joules was recorded for the outer base section tested under wet conditions as against the minimum value of 0.45 joules recorded for the samples from the inner portion of the top and tested under dry conditions. There were a general decrease from the base to the top for the three parameters and from inside to outer section.
Dynamism and changes in the Abia family structure and conjugal relationship: The Influence of the Nigerian Civil War
(Emerald Publishing Limited, 2023) Ogubuike, C.; Omobowale, M. O.; Amodu, O. K.
The family, as the most basic social institution, serves as the bedrock of any society. Family structures worldwide have undergone various changes in their forms, nature, and functioning, including Abia state, Nigeria. The Nigeria Civil war is one of the symbolic events attributable to changes in the Abia family structure. Changes in the family structure could influence conjugal relation¬ships. The study explored the dynamism and changes in the family structure and conjugal relationships at different eras of the family life cycle in Abia soci¬ety. A qualitative research method was used in this study. Twenty-two partici¬pants (4 life history and 18 in-depth interview participants) were recruited in this study with purposive sampling techniques. Using an archival checklist, life histories, and an in-depth guide, information was elicited on family structure and conjugal relationships. The study was subjected to thematic analysis. The findings revealed dynamism and changes in family structure, with polygyny being most prevalent prior to the civil war, the emergence of step-parent and single-parent families during the civil war, and monogamy being most prevalent, with increasing single-parent and step-parent families contemporaneously. The conjugal relationship shifted from having concubines (acceptable and practised covertly) to having side chicks (been practised covertly). The Nigerian civil war had an impact on the observed dynamics in family structure during the civil war and immediate post-civil war. Other factors such as religion, education, civilization, and migration, among others, influenced the contemporary Abia family structure. Understanding family structure dynamics could be useful in solving issues regarding family and conjugal trajectories.
Efficacy of Diatomaceous Earth and Vitellariaparadoxa Seed Oil in Storage of Cowpea under Ventilated and Non-ventilated Conditions
(Department of Agricultural and Environmental Engineering, University of Ibadan, Nigeria, 2019) Omobowale, M. O.; Akomolafe, O.P.
Sto.age of cowpea is highly constrained by insect pest infestation and losses caused by the cowpea weevil (Callosobruchus maculatus, F.) are high. Several methods have been used over the years to protect cowpea grains in storage, but the use of synthetic insecticides is very dominant and this has led to problems, such as the killing of non-target species, user hazards, harmful food residues, and evolution of resistance to chemicals. A search for alternative insect pest control methods which are relatively less harmful to the user and cheaper has become essential. The effectiveness of Diatomaceous earth (DE) and Vitellaria paradoxa seed oil (VPSO) for cowpea storage in polypropylene and jute bags under ventilated and non-ventilated storeroom conditions were investigated over three months period. Crude DE was applied at a dose rate of 1 g/kg of cowpea and a diluted concentration (10% v/v) of VPSO of 400 mL was mixed with 8 kg of cowpea. Live insect count, dead insect count, and germination percentage were assessed weekly while proximate analysis was carried out before and after storage. Mean live insect count increased in the ventilated store-room from 0.67±0.34 to 36.13±19.51insects/kg after 1 month and 3 months of storage respectively for untreated cowpea. Insect population in treated samples increased from 0.38±0.26to 24.78±23.33, and from 0.17±0.30 to 10.75±5.27 for DE and VPSO treated samples, respectively. In the non-ventilated storeroom, insect population increased from 0.33±0.26 to 36.96±19.09 for untreated cowpea, 0.17±0.20 to 33.08±30.07 for DE and 0.21±5.63 to 8.17±11.30 for VPSO treated cowpea. Based on insect count, both treatments were very effective in controlling cowpea weevil in the first two months of storage, however their potency reduced by the third month. The potency of DE deteriorated faster compared to VPSO however, DE treated cowpea was most effective , or retaining seed germination in both ventilated and non-ventilated storerooms. Proximate analysis showed that cowpea treated with both treatments had similar nutrient composition after storage. Diatomaceous earth and Vitellaria paradoxa seed oil have potentials in their raw form for short term insect pest control in the storage of cowpea.
Ember-months and disaster beliefs in Nigeria
(Ebonyi University Press Abakaliki, 2011) Omobowale, A. O.; Akinade, H. O. J.; Omobowale, M. O.
Local government administration is widely regarded as government closest to the people of the grassroot. It performs vital functions such as: political education, mobilization of the people for popular participation in governance, vehicle for political accountability, among others. The struggle to bring about a local government system in Nigeria has been a long drawn one. Efforts have geared towards moving the system from local administration to local government with functional political and economic autonomy. Yet, local government administration is confronted with issues and challenges such as: federal and state government’s interventions in the constitutional apportioned responsibilities of local government. The paper argues that for local government administration to realize its lofty goals, the country should return to true federalism, enthrone positive leadership, pursuit of economic self-reliance through internally generated revenue, and embrace attitudinal and behavioural changes to achieve good governance.
Harnessing associational networking and social capital for development in West Africa
(Department of Psychology, University of Ibadan, Nigeria., 2016) Omobowale, A. O.; Omobowale, M. O.; Olutayo, M. S.; Akinade, H. O.
Within the past three decades, widespread poverty has accompanied Western influenced neoliberal policies often camouflaged as vital development initiatives (e.g. SAP and privatization programme). Still, within the same period, the continent has witnessed spontaneous emergence of numerous associational groups; created through social networking for the utilization of social capital for the satisfaction of individual and group development needs as strategy against poverty. These associations are usually in form of cooperative, welfare, town and/or friendship groups. It is important to note that a basic feature of the associations, especially, in terms of social networking for social survival is related to the communal value of African societies as against the modernist/Western preference for individuality. The aim of the article is to examine the relevance of associational groups to the development of West Africa with the primary objective of presenting a possible policy position on harnessing associational networking and social capital for development in West Africa.
In our time we had few vaccines: Grandparenting as support and strategy towards the immunization of children below the age of five in Ibadan, Nigeria
(Pan African Anthropological Association, 2023) Omobowale, M. O.; Amodu, F. A.; Amodu, O. K.
The institution of grandparenthood holds an important cultural role as a significant socializing agent for younger generations. Decisions on the care and well-being of new entrants to the family are affected primarily by the views of grandparents. Grandparents’ perspectives impact decision-making on childhood immunization. This study examined grandparents' role in childhood immunization uptake in Ibadan, Nigeria. The study area and population were purposively selected, while qualitative data collection methods were deployed through non-participatory observations and in-depth interviews. A total of 26 in-depth interviews were conducted in three immunisation clinics in the Ibadan metropolis area among public health nurses, parents, and grandparents. The study reveals that grandparenting, as a social institution in Ibadan, places value on the immunisation status of grandchildren. Grandparents perform this social role by educating young parents on the importance of childhood immunisation, among other child-care tips. In many instances, grandparents directly or indirectly monitor their grandchildren’s immunisation appointments and sometimes pay for unsubsidized vaccines that are not on the routine vaccine schedule to ensure the well-being of their direct or indirect grandchildren. In conclusion, the institution of grandparenting enhances childhood immunisation uptake. Grandparents’ involvement in the education of childhood immunisation improves the demand for childhood vaccination and helps achieve timely and complete childhood vaccination. It is, therefore, essential to involve grandparents in interventions for childhood immunization among the study group.
Intergenerational patterns of adolescents sexual activities: The Impact of the Nigerian Civil War
(Women's Health and Action Research Centre (WHARC)., 2023) Ogubuike, C.; Amodu, O.K.; Omobowale, M. O.
King Sunny Ade: Liberal Sexuality, Reproductive Health and the Paramour
(Institute of African Studies, University of Ibadan, Nigeria, 2016) Omobowale, M. O.; Akanle, O.; Akintunde, A. A.; Omobowale, A. O.
Koro ti Lo: Popular deconstruction of the COVID-19 Pandemic in Southwestern Nigeria
(Springer, 2022) Omobowale, M. O.; Falase, O. S.; Oyelade, O. K.; Omobowale, A. O.
Masculinity and neighbourhood bullying among adolescents in Ibadan, Nigeria- a research note
(Berghahn Journals, 2019) Omobowale, M. O.; Akpabio, O. E.; Amodu, O. K
Masculinity, as an identity signifier along gender lines, varies from one society to another. The nature, definition, and expression of masculinity (dominance, oppression, violence, and aggression) through social interactions may breed bullying, as found in the Agbowo community of Ibadan, Nigeria. The data for the study were collected through mixed methods and revealed that patriarchal constructed masculinity allows for hegemonic dominance, aggression, oppression, and violent acts that foster bullying among adolescent males in Agbowo. Hence, to address bullying-related problems among adolescents, an understanding of the societal context in which it is carried out is required.
Migration and environmental crises in Africa
(Oxford University Press, 2018) Omobowale, A. O.; Akanle, O.; Falase, O. S.; Omobowale, M. O.
Newspaper stands as centers of social consciousness in Nigeria
(Department of Library and Information Science, Faculty of Computer Science and Information Technology, Universiti Malaya, 2013) Omobowale, A. O.; Omobowale, M. O.; Akinade, H. O. J
The existing interaction between newspaper stands and Nigerian readers transcends market exchange. It is rather a place for engendering social consciousness among a people, desirous of being abreast of up-to-date information, but lacking requisite finance. Thus, a practice which evolved out of peoples’ financial incapability has become a catalyst for the congregation of individuals at newspaper stands to access news at minimal cost, for social interaction and possible social consciousness. This depicts a public sphere where people have “shared interest”. Thus, the newspaper stand presents as public sphere where shared public interest reported in newspapers ignites deliberative discourses which hugely impacts social consciousness among discussants and listening by-standers.
Oju and Inu: solidarity in the informal market space in Ibadan, Nigeria.
(SAGE Publications, 2019) Omobowale, M. O.; Omobowale, A. O.
Informal markets provide employment for a large spectrum of Nigerians. These markets provide access to livelihood for those willing to work within the market environment and operate within its rules. A major normative value, which also spells out the ethics in the informal market space, is solidarity-in-completion. Indeed, traders are in competition, but they also solidarize for individual and market progress. This article examines the context of solidarity in informal markets in Ibadan, Nigeria. The study was guided by the Asuwada theory of sociation, which explains the context of solidarity as ethical in traditional societies. Qualitative data were collected through 12 key informant interviews, 60 in-depth interviews, six focus group discussion sessions, and 12 case studies. Access to space and retention of such space in the market is structured by the local contexts of oju and inu relations that determine and contextualize solidarity, and normative solidarity regulates competition among traders.
Omoboti and Omopako: Social construction of childhood, livelihood and health in South-Western Nigeria
(Vernon Press, 2019) Omobowale, M. O.; Amodu, O. K.