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Socio-Cultural and Economic Drivers of Youth Substance Use in Tamale, Ghana: A Qualitative Exploration

Alice A. Agana, Issah Mohammed, Edwina Pwamang, Francis K. Larle, Freda Naa Odoi, Jennifer Nyarkowaa, Juliet Abu, Abel Asabia, Vivian Annan, Selma Ofori, Abukari Nashiru, Regina Amponsah, David A. Adugbire, Issah Musah & Phanuel Dzamenu · Asian Journal of Advanced Research and Reports · 2025

Background: Substance use among youth is a pressing public health issue, especially in low- and middle-income countries where socio-economic instability and weakened traditional structures increase vulnerability. In Ghana, most studies focus on southern cities, with limited atten...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajarr/2025/v19i51003

Panagdapil: A Reflection of Bayanihan Spirit among Ilocanos in Northern Philippines

Venus P. Pungan & Jasper Kim M. Rabago · Asian Journal of Advanced Research and Reports · 2025

The study examines panagdapil as a historical Ilocano custom rooted in the bayanihan spirit, wherein individuals assist one another in agricultural endeavors. Panagdapil functions as a cultural tradition and economic venture in the rural regions of Ilocos Norte, notwithstanding c...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajarr/2025/v19i51000

Development of Participatory Training Module on Value-addition of Mango: Empowering Rural Women towards Sustainable Livelihoods

Manju Choudhary, Rajshree Upadhyay & Dhriti Solanki · Asian Journal of Advanced Research and Reports · 2025

Women in rural areas play a vital role in agricultural activities. They are involved in various aspects of agricultural production, including main crop production, livestock production, horticulture, post-harvesting operations and agro /social forestry. However, the potential for...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajarr/2025/v19i5997

Generalized Jacobsthal-Narayana Numbers and Generalized Co-Jacobsthal-Narayana Numbers

Yüksel Soykan · Asian Journal of Advanced Research and Reports · 2025

This paper introduces two innovative third-order recurrence sequences: the generalized Jacobsthal-Narayana sequence and the co-Jacobsthal-Narayana sequence. It examines their interrelated properties, including Binet’s formulas, generating functions, Simson’s formulas, and matrix...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajarr/2025/v19i5998

Optimizing Time Management Strategies for Operational Efficiency: Does Temporal Orientation Influence Administrative Service Delivery in Rubirizi District of Uganda?

Paul Musoke, Asuma Mariita & Tom Ongesa Nyamboga · Asian Journal of Advanced Research and Reports · 2025

This study examined the influence of temporal orientation on administrative service delivery in Rubirizi District, Uganda, using a quantitative approach anchored in Time Perspective Theory. Employing both survey and correlational research designs, data were obtained from a sample...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajarr/2025/v19i5999

STEM Education and 21st Century Skills in Crisis: A Case Study of the COVID-19 Pandemic Response

Eirini Golegou & Kostas Peppas · Asian Journal of Advanced Research and Reports · 2025

The COVID19 pandemic has been the focus of scientific research since it first appeared. This article treats the pandemic as an everyday problem that required innovative solutions in a short period of time, and so a case study is carried out in this direction. As the focus of 21st...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajarr/2025/v19i4996

An Evaluation of the Types, Growing Conditions, and Production Process of Millet Based on Botanical Features

Avantika Rana, Zainab Khan, Shweta Singh, Tamanna, Prateeksha, Ikra, Nikita, Sandeep Joshi, Riya Pant, Shrishti, Anshika Goyal, Khushi Saini, Sadhvi & Naveen Gaurav · Asian Journal of Advanced Research and Reports · 2025

More than a millennium, people have grown millet, a varied family of small-seeded grasses, nutrient dense grain, grown especially in area with poor soils and frequent drought like semi-arid parts of Asia and Africa, as it thrives in poor condition. They are vital crop as it plays...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajarr/2025/v19i4995

Challenges of Disseminating Agroecological Knowledge and Practices: Experience from Farmer Research Networks in Singida District, Tanzania

Hadia Mwarizo Athumani, Vituce J. Kalungwizi, Devotha B. Mosha & Dismas L. Mwaseba · Asian Journal of Advanced Research and Reports · 2025

Farmer Research Networks (FRNs) are essential for disseminating and promoting the adoption of agroecological (AE) knowledge and practices among smallholder farmers. However, many issues that restrict the efficient dissemination of AE knowledge and practices that frequently hinder...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajarr/2025/v19i4992

Internal Control Mechanism and Operating Efficiency of Manufacturing Firms in Nigeria

Titilayo Silifat Shehu, Oluwapelumi Elizabeth Jimoh & Ridwan Abiodun Shehu · Asian Journal of Advanced Research and Reports · 2025

The study examined the effect of internal control mechanism on operating efficiency of manufacturing firms in Nigeria. The specific objective was to ascertain the effect of control environment and information and communication on operating efficiency of manufacturing firms in Nig...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajarr/2025/v19i4993

Health Risk Assessment of Some Heavy Metals Contents in Sediment and Water at Balanga Dam Gombe State, Nigeria

Usman Y. M, Isa Bakari, Abdullah Z. A, Baka E. F & Mohammed A.B · Asian Journal of Advanced Research and Reports · 2025

Heavy metals are occurring in natural waters bodies can be found in both dissolved and particles form which are essential to living organisms, yet may become highly toxic when present in high concentrations. The study was aimed at evaluating heavy metals potential in Balanga Dam...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajarr/2025/v19i4994

Exams to Excellence: Inspiring Success Stories of Civil Service Passers: A Case Study of Central Bicol State University of Agriculture - Calabanga Campus, Philippines

Nilo T. Gonzaga & Rochele B. Villafuerte · Asian Journal of Advanced Research and Reports · 2025

This phenomenological study explores the success stories of the students of the College of Arts and Sciences, Central Bicol State University of Agriculture – Calabanga Campus who took and passed the civil service examination. This research uncovered the participants' strategies,...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajarr/2025/v19i4991

Accounting Record-keeping in Small and Medium Enterprises in Nigeria: A Source of Enhanced Business Performance

Adejoke Adelayo Aderinto · Asian Journal of Advanced Research and Reports · 2025

The study examined the influence of accounting record-keeping on the business performance of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in Nigeria. The specific objective was to determine the extent to which SMEs in Nigeria keep accounting records of their business activities; and to as...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajarr/2025/v19i4989

Cybersecurity Threats and Financial Performance of Listed Commercial Banks in Nigeria

Adejoke Adelayo Aderinto & Adeniran Charles Faforiji · Asian Journal of Advanced Research and Reports · 2025

The study examined the effect of cybersecurity threat on financial performance of listed commercial banks in Nigeria. The study specifically examined the extent to which financial loss from cybersecurity threat affects the earnings per share of listed commercial banks in Nigeria....

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajarr/2025/v19i4990

Economic Barriers to the Adoption of Sustainable Agriculture in Tharaka-Nithi County of Kenya

Zachary Njue, Peter Wangai & Eric Kioko · Asian Journal of Advanced Research and Reports · 2025

The ballooning world human population, coupled with challenges of climate change, have extensively compromised global food security and sufficiency. This has led to unsustainable intensification of agricultural activities in an effort to meet this growing demand for food. This ha...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajarr/2025/v19i4984