Journal Of The Environment, Federal University Of Technology, Yola

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 Socio-Cultural Lifestyle Of Slum Dwellers – A Limiting Factor To Urban Renewal Policies In Akure, Nigeria

 Owoeye, J.O And Sogbon, O.

 2012

Most indigenous cities of emerging nations in the third world are characterized by large-scale housing and environmentaldeficiencies. This paper attempts to investigate the limiting role of socio-cultural attributes of slum residents on renewal policieswhich are implemented to minimize or eradicate such deficiencies. The study was carried out in the city of Akure, in South-Western Nigeria. Using questionnaire administration, direct observation, housing demographic and facility survey for datacollection, it was discovered that satisfaction with a home is not to be measured only by the facilities therein or by the quality of thedwelling units. Other imperceptible cultural and social factors play prominent roles, which need be considered while framing policiesfor city development. However, full participation of slum residents is noted very indispensable for the success of any large scalerenewal programme while effective public enlightenment, improved socio-economic base and sanitary education strategies will help inre-orientating the people and equipping them towards healthy and aesthetically decent environment. 

 Mediterranean Center Of Social And Educational Research

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 Reducing The Environmental Health-Risks Of Vulnerable Group In High-Density District Of Akure, Nigeria

 Owoeye, J.O And Sogbon, O.

 2012

The environment is a composite of behavioural settings which greatly affects our health.Environmental factors that affect health are in turn linked to underlying pressures in theenvironment. In this study, some ecological factors were investigated and found responsible for illhealth that sometimes results to loss of human lives. The paper seeks to determine how to reducesuch health-risk factors among the vulnerable group of congested residential areas in Nigerian cities,particularly the city of Akure. To effectively carry out this task, however, data are obtained onenvironmental variables involving housing conditions, source of water supply, methods of sewageand refuse disposal as well as information on health condition of residents in the area. The primarydata used were collected through questionnaire administration, direct observation, buildingdemographic and facility survey. The research population was based on total number of existingbuilding from which a sample of 20.0% was taken for interview. Findings from the study show thatenvironmental variables are significantly related to health condition of people living in the area.Meanwhile, policy guidelines were suggested which include redevelopment, the use of Urban BasicService scheme to upgrading and provide essential facilities for the resident of the area. Thoroughsanitary inspection, public enlightenment and environmental education would equally be of benefitto sustain all efforts aimed to reduce the menace in such area. 

 Journal Of The Environment, Federal University Of Technology, Yola; 6(2): 94-103

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 Slum Characteristics Of Deplorable Residential District Of Akure.Journal Of The Environment, Federal University Of Technology, Yola, Nigeria, 6(2), 94-103

 Omole, F.K. And Owoeye, J.O.

 2011

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 Federal University Of Technology, Akure

 Conferenceproceeding

 Impact Of Rocky Topography On Settlement Pattern And Housing Development In Idanre, Nigeria. Conference On Man, Technological Advancement And Sustainable Development.

 Omole, F.K. And Owoeye, J.O.

 2010

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