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Article History

Received: 31 August 2025

Accepted: 27 January 2026

First Online: 16 February 2026

Declarations

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: The study protocol was reviewed and approved by the Institutional Review Board of Alex Ekwueme Federal University (IRB/FUNAI/1726/19882). All procedures involving human participants were conducted in strict accordance with the relevant guidelines and regulations of the Institutional Review Board of Alex Ekwueme Federal University. Participants were fully informed about the purpose of the study, the procedures involved, and how the data would be collected, stored, and used. They were assured of the confidentiality and security of their information, which was protected through encryption and accessible only to the lead researcher. Participation was entirely voluntary, and all participants provided informed consent prior to data collection.

: Participants voluntarily agreed to take part in the study, and their participation was based on informed decision-making. They were informed of their right to withdraw at any time without any consequences.

: Not applicable.

: All participants were provided with clear and comprehensive information regarding the purpose, procedures, risks, and benefits of the study. Written informed consent was obtained from all participants prior to their involvement in the study.

: The authors declare no competing interests.