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EMMANUEL ADEBAYO ADEWUNMI

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Publisher:
 European Center For Science, Education And Research (EUSER)
Publication Type:
 Journal
Publication Title:
 Benefits Of Golf Tourism To A Suburban Settlement: The Case Of Ilara-Mokin In Ondo State, Nigeria. European Journal Of Multidisciplinary Studies, 4(4), 64-72. [UK, 100%]. ISSN: 2414-8385 (Online), 2414-8377 (Print)
Publication Authors:
 Emmanuel, A.A.
Year Published:
 2017
Abstract:

Sports and associated facilities form a major tourist attraction and contribute to the development of host communities across the globe. This includes the benefits accruing from golf tourism to specific settlements. This research focused on the benefits of Smokin Hills Golf Course which is located in a suburban settlement, Ilara-Mokin, in Ondo State, Nigeria. It investigated the benefits of the existence of the golf course to the community at large and to its residents. It equally obtained the negative sentiments of residents of the community about the existence of the golf course. Both clustered and stratified sampling techniques were employed to obtain data from a purposive sample size of 150 residents in a culturally and economically homogenous Ilara-Mokin. A structured questionnaire (with open and close-ended questions) and an interview guide were utilised to obtain relevant data from selected residents and the golf course officials. Among other findings, it was discovered that social benefits outweighed economic benefits accruing to the community while the economic benefits were dominated by sales of consumables such as foods and drinks and also farm produce. Recommendations include the need for further infrastructural development of the town and an improved wage for workers at the golf course as indicated by residents.

 
Publisher:
 Department Of Urban & Regional Planning, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife,Nigeria
Publication Type:
 Journal
Publication Title:
 Impact Of Microfinance Bank Loans On Poverty Reduction In Oriade Local Government Area Of Osun State, Nigeria. Ife Planning Journal, 5(1), 23-35. [Nigeria, 50% Contribution]. ISSN: 978-052-372-4
Publication Authors:
 Faseun, J.O. And Emmanuel, A.A.
Year Published:
 2016
Abstract:

Microfinance Banks (MFBs) play a significant role in improving people’s living standard. This study was aimed at assessing the role that Microfinance Bank loans play in poverty reduction in Oriade Local Government Area (LGA) of Osun State, Nigeria. Objectives included the identification of various loan schemes operated by the MFBs, elicitation of perception on conditions for obtaining loans, and investigation of opinions on interest rates and impact of loan acquisition on beneficiaries’ personal economy. Survey design was employed to investigate all the four (4) MFBs and ninety (90) randomly selected loan beneficiaries (out of which 83 responded) in the study area. Descriptive statistics involving charts and tables were involved in the analysis of the results. Findings revealed that loan beneficiaries recorded impressive improvement in their incomes and subsequently their standard of living after utilising the MFBs’ credit facilities. Recommendations include the establishment of more MFBs with strict monitoring and supervision by the Central Bank of Nigeria.

 
Publisher:
 School Of Environmental Technology, Federal University Of Technology, Akure
Publication Type:
 Conference
Publication Title:
 Environmental Impact Of Petrol Retail Outlets In Selected Local Government Areas Of Osun State, Nigeria. In O.J. Ebohon, D.A. Ayeni, C.O. Egbu & F.K. Omole (Eds.), Proceedings Of Joint International Conference (JIC2016) With Theme “21st Century Habitat: Issues, Sustainability And Development. Federal University Of Technology, Akure, Nigeria. Held From 21st – 24th March, 2016, 1658-1666. [Nigeria, 50% Contribution]. ISBN: 978-1-898523-00-0
Publication Authors:
 Emmanuel, A.A. And Adisa, A.O.
Year Published:
 2016
Abstract:

Petrol Retail Outlets (PROs), popularly called Petrol Stations, provide motorists with Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) or petrol, similar petroleum by-products, other automobile consumables and related services. This study investigated the impact of the existence of PROs on adjoining land-use in six (6) Local Government Areas (LGAs) of Osun State, Nigeria. The objectives were to identify the locations of PROs in the study LGAs, assess the condition of the identified PROs and obtain residents’ assessment of the impact of proximal PROs on their environment. With the aid of multi-stage sampling technique, forty-two (42) PROs and three hundred and ten (310) residents around the PROs were selected to elicit data using an interview guide and close-ended multiple-choice questionnaire respectively. Among other findings, it was discovered that about half of the respondents in the study area felt that the PROs were at least “good”. Furthermore, part of the study area had history of fuel spillage into underground water source for residential use while problems such as noise pollution and traffic congestion are aggravated at the period PMS scarcity. Strict compliance with physical planning standards by both the approving authority and the developer, suspension of approval of PROs in some communities and sensitization of PRO operators on crowd management (at the period of petrol scarcity) are some of the recommendations made to mitigate the impact of PROs on neighbouring communities. It is hoped that risk to man and the environment will be minimized by the implementation of recommendations.

 
Publisher:
 Routledge Taylor And Francis, UK
Publication Type:
 Journal
Publication Title:
 Provision Of Critical Infrastructure In Urban Hinterland And Rural Coastland Of Southwestern Nigeria: Comparing The Efforts Of CBOs. African Geographical Review, DOI: 10.1080/19376812.2013.879634
Publication Authors:
 Emmanuel, A.A. And Fasakin, J.O.
Year Published:
 2015
Abstract:

Community-based organizations (CBOs) embark on physical projects to provide facilities which contribute to improving the economic status of individuals in their communities. This paper describes the impact of infrastructural facilities provided by CBOs in two geographically contrasting local government areas (LGAs) of Ondo State, Nigeria, on the economy of residents. Akure South LGA, an urban hinterland, was compared with Ilaje LGA, a rural coastland. Questionnaires were administered to elicit information from residents on the level of contribution of facilities provided by CBOs to their personal economy. Facility contributory index model was developed to analyze the levels of CBOs’ contribution. The results revealed that facilities in Akure South LGA had higher contributions to the economic well-being of the people than that of the same facilities in Ilaje LGA. Recommendations include a greater intervention by the government through evolution of strategies to provide essential facilities, such as water and electricity, while CBOs are encouraged to engage in capacity building and networking.

 
Publisher:
 Nigerian Institute Of Town Planners
Publication Type:
 Journal
Publication Title:
 Assessing Local Economic Activities Of Fashion Design Business In The Informal Sector Of Ikeja, Nigeria. Journal Of The Nigerian Institute Of Town Planners, XXIII(2), 44-59. [Nigeria, 40%]. ISSN: 0189-8859
Publication Authors:
 Emmanuel, A.A., Aluko, E. A. & Olowoniyi, O.A.
Year Published:
 2015
Abstract:

The informal sector serves as a bailout for many individuals on the lower rungs of the economy ladder. In Nigeria, majority in this sector are involved in small-scale businesses, which are vital to personal and local economic development especially in urban communities. This study aimed at assessing the activities of fashion design sub-sector of the informal sector in Ikeja city of Lagos State, Nigeria with a view to suggesting strategies for improvement in the sub-sector. Specific objectives included identification of determinant factors for engaging in the business and the modus operandi of the operators. Other objectives were the investigation of inhibiting factors and elicitation of operators’ views on strategies for improvement in the sub-sector. Survey design was employed with the aid of multiple–choice questionnaires to elicit data from purposive 150 respondents at two cluster locations out of three large-scale highly patronized clusters. Tables and Charts were employed to present results of findings. It was discovered among other things that fashion design business was dominated by a youthful population of below age 25 who engaged in it due to lack of paid jobs. This was corroborated by the fact that most of these operators were itinerant fashion designers who lacked economic power to afford business locations. Dominant strategies suggested towards improving the sector include facilitation of access to soft loans and provision of retail and service clusters for those in the business.

 
Publisher:
 Nigerian Institute Of Town Planners
Publication Type:
 Journal
Publication Title:
 Assessing Local Economic Activities Of Fashion Design Business In The Informal Sector Of Ikeja, Nigeria. Journal Of The Nigerian Institute Of Town Planners, XXIII(2), 44-59. [Nigeria, 40%]. ISSN: 0189-8859
Publication Authors:
 Emmanuel, A.A., Aluko, E. A. & Olowoniyi, O.A.
Year Published:
 2015
Abstract:

The informal sector serves as a bailout for many individuals on the lower rungs of the economy ladder. In Nigeria, majority in this sector are involved in small-scale businesses, which are vital to personal and local economic development especially in urban communities. This study aimed at assessing the activities of fashion design sub-sector of the informal sector in Ikeja city of Lagos State, Nigeria with a view to suggesting strategies for improvement in the sub-sector. Specific objectives included identification of determinant factors for engaging in the business and the modus operandi of the operators. Other objectives were the investigation of inhibiting factors and elicitation of operators’ views on strategies for improvement in the sub-sector. Survey design was employed with the aid of multiple–choice questionnaires to elicit data from purposive 150 respondents at two cluster locations out of three large-scale highly patronized clusters. Tables and Charts were employed to present results of findings. It was discovered among other things that fashion design business was dominated by a youthful population of below age 25 who engaged in it due to lack of paid jobs. This was corroborated by the fact that most of these operators were itinerant fashion designers who lacked economic power to afford business locations. Dominant strategies suggested towards improving the sector include facilitation of access to soft loans and provision of retail and service clusters for those in the business.

 
Publisher:
 Faculty Of Environmental Design And Management, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife
Publication Type:
 Conference
Publication Title:
 Urban Economic Activities And Physical Planning Implications Of GSM Service Operation In Ede, Nigeria. In B.L. Aluko Et Al (Eds.), Proceedings Of The 2015 Environmental Design And Management International Conference With Theme “Responsive Built Environment”. Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria. Held From 9th – 12th March, 2015, 535-545. [Nigeria, 50% Contribution]. ISBN: 978-2051-31-6
Publication Authors:
 Emmanuel, A.A. And Adesina, A.T.
Year Published:
 2015
Abstract:

This study was aimed at investigating micro-economic activities and the physical planning implications of GSM service operation in Ede town of Osun State, Nigeria. Objectives included the identification of various operators* within the town; investigation of fund sourcing, income and mode of operation; and the identification of environmental impact of the operation. A survey was conducted with the aid of multiple-choice questionnaires on randomly selected 186 (out of 354) GSM service operators in Ede town. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and the Poisson distribution analysis to determine distribution pattern of GSM service locations. Among other findings, it was discovered that majority of the operators were young secondary or technical school graduates and 69% of them makes a maximum profit of N1,000** daily. A very high percentage of these did not belong to a cooperative society or have access to loans to start or boost their business but depended on personal savings. Indiscriminate erection of mostly unapproved structures which affect environmental aesthetics and traffic flow constituted some of the planning concerns. Recommendations include formation of cooperative societies by operators to boost funding and the creation of clusters by the local government for operators in the sector to solve or prevent identified physical planning problems.

 
Publisher:
 Scientific And Academic Publishing, USA
Publication Type:
 Journal
Publication Title:
 Investigating Indicators For Tourist Satisfaction At Mole National Park, Ghana. American Journal Of Tourism Management, 3(1A), 1-6.
Publication Authors:
 Arowosafe, F.C. And Emmanuel, A.A.
Year Published:
 2014
Abstract:

Tourist satisfaction with particular tourist attractions is manifested in various ways. At times, this is influenced by possible prior experience or lack of it. This paper reveals tourists’ level of satisfaction with visit to Mole National Park, Ghana using certain indicators. Purposive sampling of 50 tourists (42% of average tourist population for a specific period) was employed, using multiple choice questionnaires, to investigate indicators which included actual satisfaction level, likelihood of revisit, probability of inviting others to same park and reasons for possible revisit. It was discovered that the greatest percentage of tourists were young and unmarried and would be willing to repeat their visit mainly for the purpose of seeing another animal (not seen during first visit) in the park and would most likely invite others. Recommendations include provision of games which attract the youthful population and the introduction of other activities to sustain or improve tourists’ level of satisfaction with the park.

 
Publisher:
 International Council For Research And Innovation In Building And Construction (CIB)
Publication Type:
 Conference
Publication Title:
 Impact Of Socio-cultural Characteristics Of Slum Residents On Urban Renewal Policies In Ondo State, Nigeria. In S. Ogunlana Et Al (Eds.), Construction In Developing Countries And Its Contribution To Sustainable Development. Proceedings Of International Council For Research In Building And Construction (CIB) Conference 2014. Held At Orchid Hotels And Events Centre, Lekki, Lagos, Nigeria From 28th – 30th January, 2014, 724-733.
Publication Authors:
 Owoeye, J.O. And Emmanuel, A.A.
Year Published:
 2014
Abstract:

Contemporary cities in developing nations of the world are characterized by large-scale housing and environmental deficiencies. These traits necessitate the need to begin to explore ways and means of mitigating such deficiencies if they could not be totally eradicated. This study investigated the role that socio-cultural attributes of slum residents may play in the formulation of urban renewal policy aimed at mitigating inherent environmental deficiencies. The study was carried out in the city of Akure, South-western Nigeria. The supposedly slum area was identified and demarcated by major landmarks. The research was achieved through exploratory cross-sectional survey devoid of control but a one-time observation of independent and non-manipulated variables. Data were gathered through distribution of 250 self-administered questionnaires out of which 230 were retrieved representing 92.0% retrieval rate. The questionnaires were supplemented with physical area survey and personal interview. Data were analysed with the aid of Multiple Regression model. Findings revealed that certain societal attributes such as illiteracy, negligence, poor sense of hygiene and maintenance culture may have influence on renewal policy formulation. Such influence may come in form of stimulating sanitary education, clear punitive measures (for misuse of public facilities) and encouragement of public participation. The study therefore recommends regular public enlightenment, environmental education, and improved socio-economic base as effective components of renewal policies for sustainable urban renewal projects.

 
Publisher:
 Infinity Press
Publication Type:
 Journal
Publication Title:
 Comparing Operational Dynamics Of Community-based Organisations In Geographically Contrasting Areas Of Ondo Stat, Nigeria. Journal Of Sustainable Development Studies, 3(1), 27-44.
Publication Authors:
 Emmanuel, A.A.
Year Published:
 2013
Abstract:

Community-Driven Development (CDD) is a development approach which gives control of development decisions and resources to community groups. Community-based Organisations (CBOs) are the driving force of this development approach. This paper compares the mode of operation of CBOs in two geographically contrasting areas of Ondo State, Nigeria. Akure South Local Government Area (LGA), an urban hinterland, was compared with Ilaje LGA, a rural coastland. Stratified sampling was employed to gather data from 46 CBOs in the study areas with the aid of a questionnaire which was administered to elicit information from executive members of the CBOs. Data processing involved uni-variate analysis resulting in tables and charts to arrive at various conclusions. Findings revealed among others that there was a high level of dependence by CBOs in the rural coastland on the government for external funding while in contrast there was greater diversification in fund sourcing in the urban hinterland. Recommendations include evolving strategies such as operation of multipurpose cooperative stores by CBOs in the rural coastland to improve financial base in order to meet the needs of members and facility needs of host communities.