Vol 6, No 8 (2016) Developing Country Studies

Vol 6, No 8 (2016)

Table of Contents

Articles

Journal Cover Page PDF
Journal Editor
Effects of Board & Ownership Structure on Firm Financial Performance: An Economic Value Added Perspective PDF
Irsa Tariq 1-9
Evaluation of Improved Sorghum Agronomic Options in the Moisture Stress Areas of Abergelle District, Northern Ethiopia PDF
Fantaye Belay 10-13
Household Food Access Insecurity along the Urban-Rural Continuum in Morogoro and Iringa, Tanzania PDF
Ubaldus Tumaini, John Msuya 14-21
Impediments to the Implementation of Property Rating in Bauchi Metropolis, Nigeria PDF
Habu Mallam Baba, Rozilah Kasim, Muktar Usman Alhaji, Baffa Sule, Haruna Suna Maje, Aliyu Ahmad Aliyu 22-32
An Analysis of the Structure and Growth Trend of Government Total Expenditure in Nigeria from 1960 to 2015 PDF
Patrick Ohunmah IGUDIA, Peter AKHATOR 33-45
Land Tenure Indicators According to Iraqi Tenure Types: A Case Study of Al-Nassiriya City, Iraq PDF
L. Al-Ossmi, V. Ahmed 46-54
Evaluation of the Factors Leading to Loan Default at Equity Bank, Kenya PDF
Ojala Daphen Otieno 55-63
A Comprehensive Perspective on Effects of Privatization on Economy PDF
Masoud lajevard 64-79
Women’s Livelihood in the Informal Sector: Analysis of Micro Sellers or “Gullit” in Addis Ababa City, Ethiopia PDF
Kasahun Desyalew Mekonen 80-88
The Effect of the Performance Related Pay System on the Performance of the Employees in Saudi National Firms: Three Case Studies PDF
ABDULSALAM ALJUMAH 89-98
District Wise Change in Per Capita Income at Constant (2004-2005) Prices from 2004-2005 to 2012-2013- Madhya Pradesh PDF
Zubairul Islam 99-102
Implementation of Primary Education Development Programme in Rural Tanzania: Voices from the Marginalized Communities PDF
John Chrisostom Pesha 103-110
Crisis of Industrialization in Nigeria PDF
A. Otoghile, Ikponmwosa Ebomoyi 111-116
Public Procurement Reform and Good Governance in Nigeria PDF
BAYERO BUKKUYUM KASIM 117-126
Relationship between Work-Life Balance and Organizational Commitment: (A Case Study of Student-Workers of the Evening School Programme at Secretaryship and Management Department, Accra Polytechnic) PDF
Dolores Mensah Hervie, Rita Sarkodie Baffoe 127-137
Somaliland Trade, Exports and Imports: An Overview PDF
Muhumed Mohamed Muhumed 138-143
Understanding the Drivers of Agricultural Policy Reforms in Malawi: An Econometric Test of Applicability of Political Economy Theories PDF
Horace Phiri 144-149
Women Representation in the Egyptian Parliament: Representation or Misrepresentation? PDF
Amany A. Khodair, Salwa A. Farrag 150-159
The Influence of Macro-Economic Factors on Foreign Direct Investment Flows in Kenya for The Period Of 2002-2013 PDF
George Otieno, Amos Njuguna 160-176
The Impact of Climate Change on Landforms in Nigeria PDF
ESEIGBE JOSEPH OMON, OSAWE IKHIDE ANTHONY 177-182
Challenges of Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) in the Delivery of Adult Education for Participation in Community Development in Bayelsa and Rivers States, Nigeria PDF
Adekola G. A, Victor, Pere-ere F.T 183-189

 

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ISSN (Paper)2224-607X ISSN (Online)2225-0565

Vol 8, No 8 (2016) Chemistry and Materials Research

Vol 8, No 8 (2016)

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Articles

Journal Cover Page PDF
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Synthesis, Characterization and Biological Activity of New Complex Cobalt, Nickel and Chromium of (Z)-4-(3-Carboxyacrylamido)-2-Hydroxybenzoic Acid PDF
Khansa Abdul-Razaq Ali Al-Assadi 1-11
Isolation and Identification of Benzyl Hepta Methyl Docosahydropicene Carboxylic Acid from Erica Verticillata PDF
Suhair Ali 12-18
Synthesis and Spectral Study of 2-(1-hydrazonoethyl) Pyridine Ligand and Their Complexes with Some Transition Metal (II) PDF
Darine Alkourdi, Abed Al hadiDaleh, Thanaa Shriteh, Sultan T. Abu-Orabi 19-26
Improving the Properties of Carbon Steel Using Silication by Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) PDF
Abdulwahab Almasri 27-34
Preparation and Characterization of Nanocompocite Conducting Polymers (PANI-DBSA/MWNCT) PDF
Kareema M. Ziadan, Hanaa H. Inayh 35-43
Characterization of Nanoparticles Fe3O4 Nanocomposite Blend with Thermoplastic HDPE PDF
Eva Marlina Ginting, Nurdin Bukit, Erna Frida, Hepi Arman Gea 44-52
Carboxymethylation of Icacina trichantha Oliv.Tuber Starch and Its Use as a Viscosifier and Fluid Loss Control Agent in Water Based Mud PDF
Ogunwa, K. I, Akaranta, O, Osuji, L. C, Achugasim, O 53-62
Isolation, Purification and Characterization of Flavor Compounds in the Fruit Pulp of Sysepalum dulcificum PDF
C.J. Chukwu, C.O. Okafor, F.I. Nwabue, O. N. Omaka, W. Oti, N. A. Obasi 63-72
Synthesis of Monocalcium Phosphate from the Syrian Phosphoric Acid and Calcium Carbonate PDF
Lama Nour Aldeen, Lotfy Aothman, Mouhammad Moudar Alkhuder 73-77
Pigment Ink Formulation, Tests and Test Methods for Pigmented Textile Inks PDF
Muhammad Rafique Khan 78-86
Synthesis and Characterization of Trioxime Complexes for Platinum and Palladium Metals PDF
Tamara Shaherlee, M.Moudar Al-Khuder 87-90
Synthesis, Theoretical Studies of N1,N2,1,2-Tetraphenylethane-1,2-Diimine and Their Derivatives PDF
Hanan M. Ali 91-99
Oxidation Degradation Analysis Of Cyclic Natural Rubber (Resiprene-35) Due To Storage, Heating And Ultraviolet Rays PDF
Alkhafi M. Siregar, Basuki Wirjosentono, Eddiyanto ., Thamrin . 100-111

 

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ISSN (Paper)2224-3224 ISSN (Online)2225-0956

Vol 8, No 8 (2016) Civil and Environmental Research

Vol 8, No 8 (2016)

Table of Contents

Articles

Determination of Trace Metals Quality of Sources of Drinking Water in Some Selected Communities in the Akuapem South District of the Eastern Region, Ghana PDF
Saviour V.K. Adjibolosoo, P. K. Ofori-Danson, J.A. Ampofo, Dapaah Siakwan 1-10
Experimental Study on Shear Behavior of Reinforced Self-Compacted Concrete Tapered Beams PDF
Ali Hameed Aziz, Hassan Falah Hassan, Faisal Muayad Abdul Razzaq 11-22
Lack of Maintenance Culture in Nigeria: The Bane of National Development PDF
TIJANI Saheed Abiodun, ADEYEMI Akinwale Olayemi, OMOTEHINSHE Olusegun Joseph 23-30
Some Geotechnical Properties of Selected Sub-Base Materials for Road Construction PDF
Ayodele A.L., Falade F.A. 31-39
The Perception of Chinese Construction Professionals Towards the Obstacles Implementing Green Construction PDF
Mohammed Shareef M. S. Hasan 40-48
Effect of Iron Ore Tailing on Compressive Strength of Manufactured Laterite Bricks and Its Reliability Estimate PDF
Yisa, G. L., Akanbi, D. O., Agbonkhese, O. 49-58
Perceptions and attitudes of participants toward urban gardening. A case study of nutrition gardens in Mucheke town, Masvingo PDF
Florence Chimbwanda 59-63
An Assessment of Some Heavy Metal Levels in Drinking Water and Social Characteristics in Buruli Ulcer Endemic and Non-Endemic Communities in the Amansie West District PDF
Anna Amankwah-Minkah, Faustina Gyabaah, George Alexander Dordah 64-75
Investigation of Blended Oil Palm Nut-Husk Ash and Over-Burnt Bricks Precast Concrete for Wall Cladding PDF
T. U. Nwakonobi, F. O. Adoyi, M.O. Isikwue 76-96
Effect of Flange Width on Flexural Behavior of Reinforced Concrete T-Beam PDF
Ofonime A. Harry, Ndifreke E. Udoh 97-103
Shear Capacity of Steel Fiber Non-Metallic (GFRP) Reinforced Concrete Beams Strengthened in Shear Using CFRP Laminates PDF
Mu’taz Kadhim Medhlom 104-119

 

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ISSN (Paper)2224-5790 ISSN (Online)2225-0514

Vol 7, No 8 (2016) Computer Engineering and Intelligent Systems

Vol 7, No 8 (2016)

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Articles

The Use of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) by Lecturers in North-Western Nigeria PDF
Sani Yakubu Gombe, Kamaludeen Isma’ila Jega, Abbas Sani Dahiru, Abubakar Abba Aji, Abdullahi Sani 1-6
Recent Advanced Computing Methods Employed in Web Service Automation – A Survey PDF
Chaitanya Raveendra, S. Manju Priya, M. Thiyagarajan 7-12
Understanding of IT Professionalism and Ethics PDF
Diyar Salah Fadhil 13-16
Effect of CRM Practices on Organizational Performance Under Moderation by Market Turbulence: A Study on PDF
Maryam Shabir 17-27
Metro Area Network Single Link Failure- Fast Spanning Tree Reconnection PDF
Ababakr Ibrahim Rasul 28-31
Real – Time Hand Gesture Tracking for Network Centric Application PDF
Chukwuemeka Chijioke Obasi, Christiana Chikodi Okezie, Ken Akpado 32-38
Crypto-Semantic Method of Text Data Protection PDF
Saleh Ebrahim Alomar, Hazem (Moh’d Said) Abdel Majid Hatamleh 39-46
Effect of Differential Code Biases on the GPS CORS Network: A Case Study of Egyptian Permanent GPS Network (EPGN) PDF
Mohammed A. Abid, Ashraf Mousa, Mostafa Rabah, Mahmoud El mewafi, Ahmed Awad 47-62
Energy Consumption in Wireless Sensor Network PDF
John, T. Ogbiti, Henry C. Ukwuoma, Salome Danjuma, Mohammed Ibrahim 63-67

 

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ISSN (Paper)2222-1727 ISSN (Online)2222-2863

Vol 47 (2016) Advances in Life Science and Technology

Vol 47 (2016)

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Articles

In Vivo Attenuation of Acute CCl4 Hepatotoxicity by Alcoholic Red Wine PDF
Gideon Oludare Oladipo, Tolulope Oluwaseun Akande, Chidinma Martha Nlekerem, Emmanuel Oluwafemi Ibukun 1-12
Determination the Pathogenicity of Citrobacter freundii by Using Three Types of Antigens in Najaf City PDF
Dheyaa Shnan Al-Jamell, Azhar Ammran AL-Thahab, Salman Azez Al-Jubori, Qusay Abdulmuttaleb Al-Jabery 13-18
Ameliorative Potential of Methanolic Extract of Clerodendrum splendens Leaf Against Stress Assault PDF
Chidinma Martha Nlekerem, Gideon Oludare Oladipo, Emmanuel Oluwafemi Ibukun 19-24
Comparative Investigation of Nutrients and Valuable Minerals in Various Parts of Horseradish (Moringa oleifera. Lam) Plant PDF
Oseni, O. A, Idowu, A.S.K, Kalejaiye, F.S, 25-30
Optimization of Sucrose, Plant Hormones and Photoperiod for in vitro Propagation of Lemon (c. limon) and Macrophylla (c. macrophylla) using Shoot Tip PDF
Mekdes Fanta 31-39
Prevalence of Strongyle Infection and Associated Risk Factors in Horses and Donkeys In and Around Batu Town, Eastshoa, Oromia Regional State, Ethiopia PDF
Bariisoo Mangassa 40-45

 

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ISSN (Paper)2224-7181 ISSN (Online)2225-062X

Vol 46 (2016) Arts and Design Studies

Vol 46 (2016)

Table of Contents

Articles

The Significance of Visual Arts as Communication and Its Relevance in Educational Development PDF
M.O. OGUNMOLA 1-7
Implementation of Paduraksa Temple Ornament for Batik Motif Development PDF
Laksmi K. Wardani, Ronald H.I. Sitinjak, Sriti Mayang Sari 8-15
Contemporary Nigerian Sculpture: Where are the Flowers? PDF
Leni Eleanor Satsi, Muyideen A. Jaji, Okachi W. Emmanuel 16-24
Major Development Communication Paradigms and Practices: Implications for Graphic Communication PDF
Ebigbagha Zifegha Sylvester, Peter Sale, Naomi Albert Yusuf 25-35
Solomon Wangboje’s Creative Work: The Romance of the Headload Series and Festival of the Gods PDF
Nics O. Ubogu 36-41
Ewe Proverbs – A Source of Imagery for Textile Designs PDF
Vigbedor Divine, Gbadegbe Richard Selase, Adja-Koadade Mokpokpo, Agra Florence 42-66
Innovation in Developing Textile Designs Directly Onto Screen without the Use of a Diapositive PDF
Quansah Sarah, Safo – Ankama Kweku 67-83
THE ELABORATION OF GORO-GORO IN WAYANG PLAY OF TEATER KOMA (A Case Study of Riantiarno Plays’ Semar Gugat and Republik Bagong) PDF
Arthur S Nalan, Retno Dwimarwati, Yadi Mulyadi 84-91

 

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ISSN (Paper)2224-610X ISSN (Online)2225-0603

4 Times You Would Need To Learn French

French is one of the most influential languages in the world. More than 220 million speak this language in all five continents. France has transformed the world of ballet and the diplomate culture, which makes it a must-learn language in the future. However, if there will come times when you’ll definitely need to learn French (cours de tutorat). Read on to know when:

1. When You Are Dating a French Folk

Before getting to know a French guy or girl, you need to make sure you are a bit fluent in French. French is one of the sexiest languages in the world and it is used to express love and romantic feelings, which your French partner would highly likely to do. If you are unable to understand what beautiful words are coming from your partner, what’s really the point of marrying that person? (seriously). Also, being able to communicate in their language would also help make your relationship grow stronger.

2. Visiting France

If you really want to experience what France has to offer, then you’d want to learn French first. Why? Because most French just don’t feel like to speak English. I mean who would if someone speaks a language as beautiful as French?

While you can enjoy France without being able to converse in the local language, being able to do so would allow you to enjoy it just like a local. You would also save time and be able to avoid offers and discounts that you would miss otherwise due to your lack of understanding of the local language.

3. Working for a French Company

Imagine a person working with you who doesn’t speak your language. He’ll be a black sheep amongst you and your mates, won’t he? This is exactly how you’ll be treated if you’ll work for a French company without knowing the language. So how do you mingle with French people? Easy. Learn their language.

French will not only give you the ability to know what your co-workers are talking about,; you’ll also have a great improvement in work productivity. Although, most French companies require a person who understands their language, you’ll find problem in coping with companies who don’t.

4. Understanding French Art and History

Sure you’ll find translated books of history but what’s the fun in reading a translated textbook? To be honest, these textbook translations suck. On the other hand, French art is something you’ll only be able to appreciate once you understand a bit of French.

Thinking about something that we might have missed? Let us know and we’ll surely try to put it in our list on an updated article.

Vol 7, No.13 and No.14 (2016) Research Journal of Finance and Accounting

Vol 7, No 13 (2016)

Table of Contents

Articles

Tax Compliance Intentions and the Behaviour of the Individual Taxpayer: Evidence from Nigeria PDF
Appah, Ebimobowei, Wosowei, Elizabeth C. 1-9
Determinants of Intellectual Capital Performance: Empirical Evidence from Ethiopian Banks PDF
Hayelom Abrha Meressa 10-19
Do Board Size and Independence Really Matter? An Empirical Study PDF
Sohail Saeed, Siti Zaleha Abdul Rasid, Rohaida Basiruddin 20-27
The Effect of Corporate Governance on Corporate Social Responsibility Disclosure by Firms in the Nigerian Food Product Industry PDF
Jamila Muktar, Bahamman Saleh Mohammad, RABI’U SAMINU JIBRIL, Sabo Muhammad 28-38
Corporate Social Responsibility and Financial Performance of Quoted Deposit Money Banks in Nigeria PDF
RABI’U SAMINU JIBRIL, Asma’u Yahya Dahiru, Jamila Muktar, MUSA MUHAMMAD BELLO 39-48
Effect of Tax Administration and Revenue on Economic Growth in Nigeria PDF
Ogbonna, G.N., Appah, Ebimobowei 49-58
The Determinants of Capital Structure of FTSE 100 Firms in the UK: A Fixed Effect Panel Data Approach PDF
Lucky Izobo ENAKIRERHI, Michael Ify CHIJUKA 59-73
The Relationship between Disclosure Quality and Company Performances Using SPSS Software PDF
Shaban Mohammadi 74-81
Assessing the Effects of M-Shwari on Financial Inclusion among Muhoroni Factory Sugarcane out – Growers’ Households in Muhoroni Sub-County, Kenya PDF
OKUMU Lawi Olela, PAUL Muoki Nzioki 82-92
Modelling Stock Market Return Volatility: Evidence from India PDF
Saurabh Singh, L.K Tripathi 93-101
Evaluation of Credit Risk Management Practices in Societe Generale Ghana PDF
T. Adjirackor, D. Oppong, S. Agarwal, R. Paintsil, J. Akuma, W. Gagakuma 102-113

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ISSN (Paper)2222-1697 ISSN (Online)2222-2847

 

Vol 7, No 14 (2016)

Table of Contents

Articles

Journal Cover Page PDF
Journal Editor
The Role of Internal Audit in Enhancing Accountability in Tertiary Institutions in Kogi State, Nigeria PDF
Gehya .E. Filli, Ibitomi Opeyemi 1-8
A Critical Literature Review: Reasons Why Illegal Extra-budgetary Expenditures Are Incurred by Government Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) in Nigeria PDF
William Smart Inyang 9-14
Proactive merger and acquisition and firm performance PDF
Henry Kehinde Fasua, Osifo Osagie I. U. 15-19
Bank Liquidity and Economic Growth of Nigeria PDF
Ojiegbe Josephine N., Oladele Akeeb O, Makwe Emmanuel U 20-33
Empowering Women through Microfinance in Some Selected Microfinance Institution and Small Scale Business Women in Takoradi Business Area PDF
Benedicta Teye, Martha Coleman, Daniel Odei Okyere 34-42
The imperatives of Accounting and Financial Records in the development of Small Scale Enterprises in Nigeria. PDF
Akesinro, Sunday Abayomi, Adetoso, Jonathan Adegoke 43-52
Financial Performance of Cement Companies- A Critical Appraisal PDF
Anas Khan, Basman Omar AL-Dalayeen 53-58
Review of Compliance Measure in Empirical Accounting Literature: Perspective of International Financial Reporting Standards PDF
Isaac Cliford Queku 59-66
Suitability of IPO Pricing Methods to Overcome Underpricing: A Comparative Study in Bangladesh PDF
Md. Ataur Rahman 67-72
The Determinants of Net Interest Margin among Microfinance Institutions in Ghana PDF
Bismark Addai, Adjei Gyamfi Gyimah, Stephen Lartey 73-80
The impact of board administration on risk and financial stability of Islamic banks: an empirical investigation PDF
Mohamed Aymen Ben Moussa, Wiem Majouj 81-92
Impact of Ownership Structure on Dividend Payout Policy: An Empirical Study on Listed Plantation Companies in Sri Lanka PDF
Saseela Balagobei, Thiviya Thiruchchenthurnathan 93-98
Determinants of Net Interest Margin: A Case Study of Bank XYZ in Indonesia PDF
Harya Buntala Koostanto, Hermanto Siregar, Hendro Sasongko 99-112
Effects of Dividend Announcements on Stock Prices at Nairobi Securities Exchange PDF
Elijah Maringa, Muturi Wachira 113-115
Corporate Governance and Financial Performance: a literature Review of Measurements and Econometric Methods of Data Analysis in Research PDF
Esther Wanjugu Gitundu, Symon Kibet Kiprop, Lawrence Kangogo Kibet, Sifunjo E. Kisaka 116-125
Agricultural Credit Accessibility and Rice Production in Savelugu-Nanton and Walewale Districts of Northern Ghana PDF
Solace Kudadze, Samuel Ahado, Samuel A. Donkoh 126-136
Assessment of the Internal Control Policies of Ecobank Ghana Limited PDF
T. Adjirackor, I. Doku, D. Oppong, R. Paintsil, S. Agarwal, W. Gagakuma, J.K. Affum 137-145
Effect of Macroeconomic Variables on Financial Performance of Unit Trusts in Kenya PDF
Musembi Michael Makau 146-162
The Effect of Value Added Intellectual Coefficient on Firms’ performance: Evidence from Jordanian Industrial Sector PDF
Haan Ali Al-Awawdeh, Saad AL-Kareem AL-Sakini, Fares Jamiel Hussein AL-sufy 163-174
The Effect of Electronic Auditing In Reducing The Burden of Electronic Environment Complexity of Accounting Information System on The Auditor PDF
Abdullah Mohammad Al-Zoubi, Fares Saoud Al-Qadi 175-187
Effect of Working Capital Management on Profitability of Flour Mills of Nigeria PLC PDF
Nwachukwu Johnson Obinna, Odo Stephen Idenyi, Nwachukwu Nneka C. 188-198

 

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ISSN (Paper)2222-1697 ISSN (Online)2222-2847