Abstract The rental value of individual properties does not only depend on the physical characteristics but also on the environment that surrounds a building. Meanwhile, improper solid waste disposal reduced of rental value of properties. This study, therefore, examined the effect of dumpsite on residential rental value in Oluyole LGA Oyo state, Nigeria. A cross-sectional […]
DEVELOPMENT CLUSTERS IN THE EASTERN NIGER DELTA, NIGERIA
Abstract This study examined the spatial distribution of selected socio-economic facilities in the 72 Local Government Areas (LGAs) of Eastern delta, Nigeria with a view to determine if the development pattern in the area is clustered or dispersed in space. A set of socio-economic variables that served as indicators of development were collected from various […]
SPATIAL INVENTORY OF TOURISTS SITES IN ZUNGERU FOR SUSTAINABLE TOURISM DEVELOPMENT IN NIGER STATE NIGERIA
Abstract Tourism is a veritable industry a country requires for its national development. It involves the travel of tourists away from their homes for purposes of sightseeing in a different environment, and in most cases involves sleeping away from home. In Zungeru town of Wushishi Local Government Area of Niger State, there are varied physical […]
EFFECTS OF PZ CHEMICAL WASTE ON WATER QUALITY AND HOUSEHOLD HEALTH CHALLENGES IN ODOGUNYAN COMMUNITY, IKORODU, LAGOS STATE NIGERIA
Abstract Industrial waste constituted a serious threat to the wellbeing of urban dwellers. While researches have focused more on solid waste of various forms that of chemical effluent waste has not been adequately researched in the literature. This study therefore, examined the effects of PZ chemical waste on water quality and household health challenges in […]
SEASONAL CHARACTERIZATION OF GROUNDWATER QUALITY IN MINNA METROPOLIS USING WATER QUALITY INDEX
Abstract This study is aimed at assessing and characterization of groundwater seasonally in Minna metropolis using water quality index (WQI) with the aid of weighted arithmetic index method. 90 groundwater samples from four sub-areas within Minna metropolis were collected and subjected to comprehensive physicochemical analyses during dry and wet seasons. Parameters considered included pH, total […]
DETERMINANTS OF EXPANSION OF SQUATTER SETTLEMENTS: THE CASE OF HOSANNA TOWN, HADIYA ZONE, SOUTHERN ETHIOPIA
Abstract This study was conducted in 2016 to understand the determinants of expansion of squatter settlements in Gofer Meda subcity of Hossana Town, South Ethiopia. For this study a descriptive cross-sectional survey design with a mixed approach was employed. A sample of 369 households from 2400 households was taken proportionally using stratified random sampling technique. […]
URBAN DWELLINGS AND INADEQUATE IN-HOUSE INFRASTRUCTURAL CHALLENGES IN ADO-EKITI, NIGERIA
Abstract Built environment in many developing countries including Nigeria is fast degenerating. The thrust of this paper is to examine the nature of urban dwellings and condition of existing in-house infrastructures in Ado-Ekiti, being a medium-sized city in South-western Nigeria. The study adopts Survey Research Design (SRD) through structured questionnaire administered to acquire its data […]
ASSESSMENT OF LIVELIHOOD ASSETS OF WETLAND FARMERS AT EDE REGION, SOUTHWESTERN NIGERIA
Abstract The study assesses the livelihood assets of wetland farmers, the relationship between their status and resources with a view to improving on their social status in the region. The study employed primary and secondary data. Primary data explored 566 structured questionnaires administered on wetland users using the snow-ball method soliciting information on; respondents’ indicators […]
AIR POLLUTION AND ENTERPRISE LOCATION: A CASE STUDY OF BIDA, NIGERIA
Abstract The existence of clusters of small-scale industries that operate obsolete equipment and generate significant gas and particle emissions with no provisions for pollution control has intensified air pollution. This study examines the relationship between the health status of inhabitants of Bida and their proximity to small and medium scale enterprises (SMEs). It adopts a […]
RURAL ROAD TRANSPORTATION CHALLENGES AND FOOD SECURITY IN IKERE-EKITI, EKITI STATE, NIGERIA
Abstract Rural road transportation problems had served as an impediment to the production of food as evidenced in increased cost of transportation and food in rural areas. This poses threat to sustainable food security and agricultural development. This study examined the rural road transportation challenges and food security in Ikere-Ekiti, Ekiti State, Nigeria. Structured and […]