Abstract Solid waste management across the globe has always been a challenge for all levels of government. In Ibadan, refuse collection and disposal have become a complex, capital-intensive and expensive project such that no single institution of local government, state or federal government parastatal can finance it from its own limited resources. The only viable […]

Abstract This paper discusses urbanisation and changed lifestyles and to reveal whether or not there is a balance between these and environmental sustainability in Greater Accra-Ghana. Accra, over the years has become highly urbanised. Unfortunately, this urban growth has not been synonymous with salient development in the provision of basic necessities of its residents. The […]

Abstract While it is true that man has been able to conquer his environment, the footprints of his actions and/or inactions often times results in calamitous scenarios with attendant increase in the number of Internally Displaced Persons. With the number of displaced persons on the rise, the study sought to examine the spatial distribution of […]

Abstract This study assessed the relationship between rainfall and traffic accidents in Lokoja, Nigeria from 2011 – 2020. Rainfall data was obtained from Nigerian Meteorological Agency, while data on traffic accidents and casualties were obtained from the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), both for a period of ten years (2011-2020). Data obtained were summarised using […]

Abstract Un-coordinated urban development, poses many challenges one of which is the encroachment of development into wetland ecosystem. The study examined urban growth dynamics and wetland loss in Yenegoa, Bayelsa state. The research approach was quantitative employing the longitudinal survey design. Both primary and secondary source of data were used.  Time series Landsat Imageries of […]

Abstract The study assessed the influence of flooding on the lives of inhabitants of Ajegunle, Ikorodu Community in Lagos State, Nigeria. Data were obtained through the administration of 200 questionnaire copies to five (5) randomly selected residential areas in Ajegunle, Ikorodu Community. Data obtained were analyzed using tables, simple frequency and Pearson’s correlation. Results identified […]

Abstract Assessment of perception on solid waste disposal is fundamental to any proper planning of solid waste management in an area.  This study assessed the value-added solid waste disposal perception in Kwamo community, Ejisu Municipality in Ghana. Two hundred and sixty (260) households were stratified into high, middle and low-class residential areas based on the […]

Abstract Many existing and developing urban centres including those in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria are undergoing rapid physical and economic growths, which contribute immensely to urban development. This urban development seems to benefit these centres, it can also, if not appropriately managed, create discrete challenges for them. This paper examined the urban development trends, characteristics […]

Abstract Numerous studies have affirmed the adverse effects of climate change on different sectors of society, with manifolds of consequences for human wellbeing. The rapid population and infrastructural development along the Lagos Coastal area present many challenges. The study aims to identify the potential and real-life effects of climate change on the livelihood of coastal […]