1. AN ANALYSIS OF AMBIENT AIR POLLUTION AND PREGNANCY OUTCOMES: A REVIEW OF THE LITERATURE
Background to the study
Brunekreef and Holgate (2002), Künzli et al. (2000), and Pope et al. (2002) all have considerable evidence that ambient air pollution has an impact on human health. The majority of research has focused on how air pollution a...
2. CO-OPERATIVES SOCIETIES AND THEIR ROLES IN HOUSING DELIVERY
Background Of The Study
Co-operative societies in Nigeria are believed to have started between the period of the first and second world wars and more especially in the (Beer 1976). The operation of co-operative societies was first regulated by the comin...
3. THE CAUSES, EFFECTS AND SOLUTIONS OF RESIDENTIAL BUILDING COLLAPSE IN NIGERIA
ABSTRACT
This study was carried out on the residential building collapse in Nigeria: causes, effects and solutions. To achieve this 3 research questions were formulated. The survey design was adopted and the simple random sampling techniques were...
4. A REMEDY TO INFRASTRUCTURAL CHALLENGES VIA RENEWAL PROGRAMME, A CASE STUDY OF LAGOS MEGA CITY
Background of the study
Lagos now has a population of more than 18 million people. The United Nations grants megacity classification to cities with populations of 10 million or more. Building and preserving a model megacity has significant obstacles. It might be...
5. THE COLLAPSE OF RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS IN NIGERIA: ITS CAUSES, ITS EFFECTS, AND POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS
ABSTRACT
This study was carried out on the collapse of residential buildings in nigeria: its causes, its effects, and possible solutions. To achieve this 3 research questions were formulated. The survey design was adopted and the simple random sa...
6. IMPACT OF URBAN AND REGIONAL PLANNING ON SOCIOECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OF NIGERIA
ABSTRACT
This study was carried out to examine the impact of urban and regional planning on socioeconomic development of Nigeria using Abuja Metropolis as case study. To achieve this 2 research questions were formulated. The survey desi...
7. HOUSING CONDITIONS AND OCCUPANCY RATIO IN OKPOKO URBAN AND REGIONAL PLANNING
ABSTRACT
The study was carried out on housing conditions and occupancy ratio in Okpoko urban and regional planning. The study employs quantitative descriptive research design. The data for this study were generated from two main sources; Primary sources and secondary so...
8. An assessment of the impact of geopolitical boundaries on cultural heritage preservation in Dutse Local Government Area, Jigawa State
Background of the Study
Dutse Local Government Area (LGA) in Jigawa State is a region rich in cultural heritage, with a long history of traditional practices, arts, and rituals. However, the preservation of these cultural identities has been increasingly influenced by geopolitical boundari...
9. Analysis of Quantum Computing Potentials in Enhancing Weather Forecasting Accuracy at Taraba State University, Jalingo, Taraba State
Background of the Study
Weather forecasting plays a crucial role in agriculture, disaster management, and everyday life. Accurate weather predictions enable governments, businesses, and individuals to prepare for various weather conditions, such as storms, droughts, and te...
10. An evaluation of flood-related health risks in urban areas of Bauchi State
Background of the Study
Urban flooding has become a recurrent phenomenon in Bauchi State, largely driven by rapid urbanization, inadequate drainage infrastructure, and climate variability. The confluence of these factors has led to severe flooding events that disrupt daily life and p...
11. The Effect of Infrastructure Policy on Regional Economic Disparities in Nigeria
Background of the Study
Infrastructure policy in Nigeria plays a pivotal role in shaping regional development. Over the past decade, the Nigerian government has pursued various infrastructure initiatives—from road rehabilitation to power sector reforms—with the...
12. The impact of vocational education on rural development in Dass Local Government Area, Bauchi State
Background of the Study
Rural development in Dass Local Government Area, Bauchi State, has been a focal point of regional planning, especially given the area's dependence on agriculture and small-scale enterprises. Vocational education is emerging as a vital component...
13. An Evaluation of the Role of Traditional Institutions in Regional Economic Planning in Nigeria
Background of the Study
Traditional institutions—such as councils of elders, community chieftaincies, and indigenous governance systems—have historically played a pivotal role in shaping regional development in Nigeria. These institutions conti...
14. An Appraisal of the Effects of Past Public Investment Strategies on Regional Development in Nigeria
Background of the Study (400 words)
Public investment strategies have played a pivotal role in shaping regional development in Nigeria. Historically, government investment was often concentrated in regions deemed economically or politically strategic, leading to the develo...
15. The Effect of Integrated Fiscal Measures on Regional Economic Growth in Nigeria
Background of the Study:
Regional disparities in economic growth have long been a challenge in Nigeria, prompting the implementation of integrated fiscal measures aimed at promoting balanced development across states and regions. These measures combine revenue mobilization...
