Abstract Education is an important tool that governments often use to attain national development. Therefore, it behoves on governments to provide adequate resources and facilities needed in education sector. Hence, spatial pattern of these facilities and resources is important to socio-economic development of any society and should not be ignored. In view of this, this […]
ASSESSMENT OF MENSTRUAL HYGIENE AND WASTE DISPOSAL AMONG WOMEN IN RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBOURHOODS OF GWAGWALADA, FEDERAL CAPITAL CITY ABUJA, NIGERIA
Abstract Menstrual hygiene and waste disposal is a critical issue currently all over the world. In Nigeria, the management of sanitary waste disposal remains a non-issue. This paper examines menstrual hygiene and waste disposal among women in two residential neighborhoods in Gwagwalada, Federal Capital City Abuja. Two wards were selected for the study including – […]
MULTI-CRITERIA DECISION ANALYSIS AND GIS MAPPING OF FLOOD VULNERABILITY IN THE CORE OF LAGOS STATE NIGERIA
Abstract Cities have recently experienced more frequent and intense flooding that poses far-reaching implications on humans in terms of its negative effect on the quality of urban life, urban efficiency, economy, infrastructure, and sustainability. Flood vulnerability mapping based on multiple factors that influence flooding is considered a widely used approach to understand and analyse the […]
ASSESSMENT OF ON-SITE WASTE GENERATION AMONG THE DRUG ABUSED SITE ARTISANS IN ADAMAWA AND TARABA STATES, NIGERIA
Abstract The effect of the use of illicit drug substance abuse by artisans on construction sites cannot be underestimated. Therefore, this study assessed the cost of on-site construction waste (CW) generated by artisans involved in alcohol, substance and drug abuse (AASA) across 6 building trades (carpentry, masonry, plumbing, tiling, iron bending, and electrical wiring installation) […]
IMPACT OF LAND USE CHANGES ON LAND SURFACE TEMPERATURE IN AKURE, NIGERIA
Abstract This study examined the impact of land use changes on land surface temperature in Akure, South-western Nigeria. Remote Sensing (RS) and Geographic Information System (GIS) techniques were used to detect changes that have occurred in land use and its subsequent impact on Land Surface Temperature (LST). The land use types identified were classified using […]
RESIDENTS’ PARTICIPATION IN FLOOD DISASTER RISK REDUCTION IN OSOGBO METROPOLIS, NIGERIA
Abstract Flooding disaster is one of the major challenges posing serious threats to the human society. This study assesses residents’ participation in flood risk reduction in Osogbo, Osun State, Nigeria, with a view to enhancing a better managed urban environment. The study utilized both field observations and questionnaire. A total of 270 pretested structured questionnaires […]
INVESTIGATING THE AWARENESS AND BARRIERS OF JUST-IN-TIME CONCRETE DELIVERY ON CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS
Abstract In today’s highly industrialized world, the amount of waste emanating from the construction industry is enormous. While the problem has been successfully curbed in developed countries through the adoption of innovative approaches such as Just-in-Time (JIT) delivery of construction materials, the challenge persists in developing countries like Nigeria. The use of ready-mix concrete represents […]
PRECIPITATION AND ALTITUDE EFFECTS ON GROUNDWATER IRON AND MANGANESE DISTRIBUTION IN CHANDRAPUR DISTRICT, CENTRAL INDIA
Abstract To ascertain the precipitation and altitude effects on groundwater iron and manganese distribution in Chandrapur district, central India 36 groundwater sampling locations by stratified sampling methodology were identified. Water sampling was carried out by grab sampling methodology and heavy metals concentrations were analyzed by acid digestion method with the help of ICP-OES. The results […]
ANALYSIS OF URBAN DECAY IN THE CORE RESIDENTIAL AREAS OF OTA, SOUTHWEST NIGERIA
Abstract The core areas of ancient cities across the globe are known for their historical and cultural significance. Urban decay is one of the key challenges. This study assessed urban decay in the core residential areas of Ota, a rapidly expanding, medium-sized city adjoining Lagos in southwest Nigeria. The study focused on four core residential […]
EFFECTS OF CLIMATIC ELEMENTS ON SURFACE WATER IN YOLA NORTH LGA, ADAMAWA STATE, NIGERIA
Abstract Water resource is one of the important parts of environment which plays a very significant role in balancing the ecosystem. However, the resource is threatened by many factors among which are climate elements. It is against this background; this study examines the effect of climate on surface water resources. Climatic data such as rainfall, […]