ANALYSIS OF URBANIZATION AND HOUSING DEPRIVATION IN THE CITY OF YENAGOA, BAYELSA STATE, NIGERIA

Abstract Africa is currently the fastest urbanizing continent in the world. The contemporary urban development in Africa is faced with multi-scale and diverse challenges one of which is housing deprivation. A cross-sectional survey research design involving a stratified sampling technique was utilized in this study. The indicators of housing deprivation were measured based on the […]

HOUSING DEVELOPMENT TRANSITIONS IN TSE-AYU VILLAGE, BENUE STATE, NIGERIA

Abstract As peri-urban regions undergo urbanisation, there arises a need to scrutinise the influence of modernization and urban expansion on traditional housing within these areas. This study delves into the web of spatial evolution within the housing development of Tse-Ayu village in Makurdi, Nigeria over 18 years. Employing a qualitative research methodology, this investigation seeks […]

TRACE METALS AND PATHOGENS IN WASTEWATERS ON SEDIMENTS OF OYO PROVINCE, SOUTHWESTERN NIGERIA

Abstract This study examines toxic metal concentration and bacteriological characteristics of effluents in some parts of southwestern Nigeria. Fourteen wastewaters were analyzed for their trace metal content using Inductive coupled plasma optical emission spectrometry (ICP-OES) while 72-samples were examined for the presence of bacterial load using Standard Microbiological methods (THC-Total viable count and TCC-Total coliform […]

LABORATORY EVALUATION OF THE INSECTICIDAL POTENTIALS OF DIFFERENT ISOLATES OF Beauveria bassiana (Balsamo) VUILLEMIN ON Zonocerus variegatus (Orthoptera: Acridoidea)

Abstract The grasshopper, Zonocerus variegatus, is a crop pest in Africa that causes significant damage to crops and forest tree seedlings. The application of synthetic chemicals as management technique in the control of Z. variegatus has deleterious effects on the ecosystem. Therefore, it becomes pivotal to explore other better and safer strategy in the management […]

GEOSPATIAL ASSESSMENT OF LAND USE/ LAND COVER OF THE FEDERAL CAPITAL TERRITORY: A CASE STUDY FOR THE YEAR 2050

Abstract The increased rate of urbanization has led to the transformation of landscapes at a higher rate, making the accurate assessment of land use and land cover changes (LULCC) imperative for sustainable urban planning and environmental management. This study presents the geospatial assessment of LULCC in the FCT (Federal Capital Territory) of Nigeria over a […]

IMPACTS OF CORONAVIRUS ON ILLEGAL WILDLIFE TRADE IN SOUTHWEST NIGERIA

Abstract This study measured the awareness, perception and attitude of residents in southwest Nigeria on the impact of coronavirus on illegal wildlife trade with an online survey method for data collection. One hundred and fifty responses were recorded out of over two hundred online copies of questionnaire sent out. The Cronbach’s alpha was above 0.70 […]

ECOLOGICAL AND SYNERGISTIC EVALUATION OF THE NUTRIENT DYNAMICS OF THE PRECIPITATION FLUX IN A GUINEA SAVANNA, NORTH-CENTRAL NIGERIA

Abstract Tropical savannas are widespread, rich in biodiversity, with nutrient cycling being central to long-term sustainability of its phytodiversity. Understory precipitation (canopyfall and stemflow) and freefall from 13 rainfall episodes were sampled in isolated, naturally growing tree stands of Azadirachta indica (A. Juss), Daniella oliveri (Rolfe) Hutch. & Dalziel, Parkia biglobosa (Jacq.) Benth, Prosopis africana […]

ADAPTATION STRATEGIES TO CLIMATE CHANGES AMONG THE SMALLHOLDER FARMERS IN MICHEWENI DISTRICT, TANZANIA

Abstract The impact of climate change on smallholder farmers in developing countries has become an alarming issue that requires close attention. Due to the low level of investment on science and technology in their activities, smallholder farmers are the most affected group by the impacts of climate change in many developing countries. This study examined the impacts of climate change and the adaptation strategies of smallholder farmers in Micheweni district of Pemba Zanzibar Tanzania. […]

SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT IN TRADITIONAL AFRICAN CITIES – A PERSPECTIVE FROM THE BENIN CITY WASTE MANAGEMENT BOARD, EDO STATE, NIGERIA

Abstract Solid waste management is a social, economic and environmental problem facing all traditional African cities. Over the years, there have been concerted efforts made towards adequately solving the problems created by improper waste management and disposal in traditional African cities like Conakry, Ouagadougou, Cairo, Nairobi, Kumasi, Asmara, Kampala, Monrovia, Kigali, Harare, Abidjan, Bamako, Abuja, […]

BUILDING SUSTAINABILITY AND SUSTAINABLE BUILT ENVIRONMENTS IN NIGERIA: THE WAY FORWARD

Abstract Decarbonization of the built environment has become a major focus of economies worldwide due to the huge impacts of global over population and an increase in the global floor area of buildings which is expected to double by the year 2060. Delivering sustainable built environments therefore according to the world green building council is […]