OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE IN AUTO REPAIR SHOPS THROUGH LEAN METHODOLOGIES
Optimizing auto repair shop layouts and processes is essential to enhancing operational performance and reducing inefficiencies. Lean manufacturing principles, originating from the Toyota Production System (TPS), provide a structured approach to eliminating waste, improving workflow, and maximizing value in various…
EXPLORING THE ROLE OF BIM IN ENHANCING SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT IN NIGERIA'S CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY
BIM is a revolutionary technology that has transformed the construction industry worldwide. It allows architects, engineers, and contractors to collaborate seamlessly on a project from start to finish. By creating a digital model of a building, BIM enables stakeholders to…
IMPROVING BLASTING CONSISTENCY AND LOADING PERFORMANCE IN QUARRYING: A CASE STUDY USING O-PITBLAST TECHNOLOGY
The first phase of production cycle in quarrying operation is rock breaking by drilling and blasting. At CGC quarry, Itakpe in Kogi State, this study was carried out to understanding the existing method of fragmentation and the impacts on the…
OPTIMAL TIMING FOR HPV VACCINATION IN MAIDUGURI: EVIDENCE FROM PREMARITAL SEXUAL BEHAVIOR
Premarital sexual activity among adolescents and young adults poses significant public health concerns, particularly in Northern Nigeria, where religious and cultural norms strongly discourage such behavior. Early and unprotected sexual activity increases the risk of sexually transmitted infections (STIs), unintended…
CREATIVITY AS A CATALYST FOR EMPOWERING NIGERIAN GRADUATES AND ADVANCING THE NATION
Education remains a fundamental driver of national development, human capital formation, and socioeconomic transformation in modern societies. It serves as a vehicle for transmitting knowledge, values, skills, and cultural heritage, while empowering individuals to realize their creative potential and engage…