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Article History

Accepted: 29 April 2025

First Online: 14 May 2025

Declarations

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: This study was conducted with ethical approval from the University of Uyo’s Institutional Review Board (IRB), granted in July 2024 (UUIRB/24/124). Informed electronic consent was obtained from all participants prior to their involvement. The study ensured participant confidentiality, anonymity, and voluntary participation, allowing withdrawal at any time without penalty. There were no risks associated with participation in the study. The research adhered to the principles of the Nigerian Data Protection Regulation (NDPR) and the Declaration of Helsinki, ensuring the highest ethical standards.

: The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not reflect the official positions of the University of Uyo, Nigeria.