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Solution Africa and Development Center is dedicated to finding indigenous solutions to Africa's socio-economic challenges through research and community engagement.

The Solution Africa and Development Center (SAAD) represents a culmination of over a decade of extensive research and exploration into the root causes of Africa's persistent underdevelopment.

By identifying indigenous solutions tailored to Africa's unique socio-economic challenges, the SAAD Centre seeks to redefine development paradigms.

Our approach combines rigorous academic research with practical community engagement to develop solutions that are both effective and sustainable.

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Over a Decade of Research

Our foundation is built on extensive research into the root causes of Africa's development challenges, providing deep insights for effective solutions.

Community-Centered Approach

We engage directly with communities to ensure our solutions are culturally relevant and embraced by the people they are designed to serve.

Sustainable Development Focus

All our initiatives prioritize long-term sustainability, ensuring that solutions continue to benefit communities for generations to come.

Our Key Segments

Four pillars of our approach to African development

Development

Implementing sustainable development projects and initiatives across communities

Research

Conducting in-depth studies on indigenous solutions to African challenges

Laboratory

Testing and validating innovative approaches in controlled environments

Administration

Overseeing the effective implementation of all SAAD initiatives and programs

Research Focus Areas

Developing indigenous solutions to Africa's unique developmental challenges

Agriculture

Sustainable farming practices, crop optimization, and agricultural technology innovation.

Health

Healthcare access, preventive medicine, and traditional healing integration.

Education

Curriculum development, educational technology, and pedagogical innovation.

Culture

Cultural preservation, identity development, and traditional knowledge systems.

Religion

Religious influence on development, faith-based community initiatives.

Business

Indigenous business models, entrepreneurship, and local economic development.

Our Leadership Team

Experts dedicated to Africa's sustainable development

Pastor Starris Onyema

Founder & Lead Strategist

Visionary leader with over a decade of research experience

Dr. Chinegbonkpa Hope Nwakanma

Industrial Research and Workplace Lead

Expert in industrial research methodologies

Dr. Aboluwaji Daniel Ayinmoro

Demographer Research and Population Lead

Specialist in demographic trends and analysis

Dr. Promise Nkwachi Starris-Onyema

Associate Director (Research) and Health Innovation Lead

Pioneer in health innovation solutions

Nuraini Usman

Data Scientist and IT lead

Technology expert driving data-driven solutions

Dr. Chukwuemeka Godswill Ogbonna

Development and Environmental Lead

Environmental sustainability specialist

Dr. Izundu Chimaobi Onwuka

Development and Project Coordinator

Expert in project management and implementation

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Our Office Address

Plot 1 to 4 Adeyerin Farm Estate, Onueri Layout, Iperu, 121103, Ogun State, Nigeria

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Publications

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Publication Focus

Our publications serve as a vital platform for sharing insights, advancing discourse, and influencing policy across Africa and beyond. We are committed to producing high-quality, evidence-based research outputs that reflect our core values of relevance, rigor, and African-centered perspectives.

We focus on key areas including:

    Agriculture: Improving food systems through sustainable practices and technology.
    Health: Enhancing healthcare access with both modern and traditional approaches.
    Education: Transforming learning through inclusive, locally relevant strategies.
    Culture: Preserving and promoting Africa’s rich cultural heritage and identity.
    Religion: Understanding the impact of faith on community growth and development.
    Business: Supporting African entrepreneurship and resilient local economies.

Our work is rooted in African contexts, informed by local knowledge, and designed to create lasting impact. Together, we’re building a research ecosystem that empowers communities and shapes a thriving, self-determined Africa.

Influence of COVID-19 Lockdown on Health Disparities in the Private Sector: Implications for Sustainable Development in Ogun State, Nigeria

    Starris-Onyema Promise Nkwachi1, Nuraini Usman2, Victoria Isiguzo3, Uwannah Ngozi Caroline4

1,2 Solution Africa and Development Centre, Ogun State, 2 Department of International Programmes, Jigawa State Polytechnic for Information and Communication Technology, Kazaure, 3 Marketing Department, Nas Satellite Limited, Jos, Plateau State, 4 Department of Education, Babcock University, Ilisan-Remo Ogun State, Nigeria

Abstract

This paper examined the influence of COVID-19 lockdown on health disparities among 336 private sector employees in Ikenne, Ogun State, Nigeria, for sustainable development. The effects of the socio-economic attributes on the health status and the link among the socio-economic factors, health behaviours, and health status during the lockdown period were analysed using a mixed-methods approach. The demographic analysis portrays a younger and more educated workforce, with health disparities aggravated by income loss and limited healthcare access during the lockdown. Mental health challenges, including anxiety and depression, were significant issues faced by employees. Additionally, pre-lockdown health status and personal health management operations strongly influenced well-being of the employees during the lockdown. Interestingly, income and healthcare access did not significantly predict health outcomes, indicating that personal health behaviours played a more central role. The findings revealed the need to scale up healthful living practises, as tenacity in healthcare systems is important in developing strategies for future pandemics. This study provides invaluable understanding for policymakers, highlighting the need for tailored advancement in promoting equity in healthcare for future public health emergencies.

Keywords: COVID-19 lockdown, health disparities, socio-economic factors, sustainable development

View Paper 3 from NASA Journal Vol. 23, Issue 1