LASU Journal of Environmental Sciences
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description: The LASU Journal of Environmental Sciences (LASU-JES) is a multidisciplinary, peer-reviewed journal that publishes original research in architecture, environmental management, urban planning, geo-informatics, industrial design, and related fields. It emphasizes scientific quality, originality, and contributions to environmental sciences. The journal welcomes empirical studies, theoretical reviews, methodological papers, and case studies, providing a platform for advancing knowledge in sustainable development and built environment disciplines. LASU-JES serves as a key resource for researchers and professionals seeking innovative insights in environmental and spatial sciences
publisher: Faculty of Environmental Sciences Lagos State University, Ojo
language: en
publication name: LASU Journal of Environmental Sciences
copyright: The copyright belongs to the Journal of Environmental Sciences (LASU-JES), faculty of Environmental Sciences, Lagos State University.
items: Municipal Solid Waste Quantification for Biogas Production in Kano Metropolis, Kano State, Nigeria
items: Transforming Marine Wastes into Art: A Case Study of Participatory Environmental Advocacy and Blue Economy Promotion Along Lagos Coastlines
items: Exploring Socio-Cultural Hindrances to Climate Change Mitigation in Badagry Local Government Area of Lagos State Nigeria
items: Impact of Improper Municipal Solid and Liquid Waste Management on the Health of Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in Maiduguri, Borno State
items: Residents' Knowledge and Perception of Environmental and Health Risks from Landfill Leachate Pollution around the Solous Landfill, Lagos, Nigeria
items: Utilization of Recycled Cathode ray tube waste glass in Cement Mortar Composites for Gamma Radiation Shielding Applications
items: Geospatial Assessment of the Distribution of Fire Stations and Market Accessibility for Disaster Management in Akure South, Ondo State, Nigeria.
items: AI, Geography and Ethics: Exploring the Intersections and Implications
items: Household Water Use and Management Practices in Jema’a LGA: Challenges and Sustainability Issues
items: The Impact of a Volatile Economy on Viability Indicators of Investment Projects in the Lagos Real Estate Market
items: Conservation Status of Tree Species in Dansoshiya Forest Reserve, Kano State, Nigeria.
items: Assessing the Impact of Deforestation on Agricultural Activities and Management Strategies in Benue South, Nigeria
items: Assessment of Invasive and Non-invasive Plant Species Composition and Diversity in Mangrove Ecosystem Ibeno LGA, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria
items: An Analytical Study of the Concept of Adaptation in the Paintings of Abiodun Akande
items: Assessing the Impact of Walling Materials Selection on Space Flexibility in the Workers Housing Estate, Laderin, Abeokuta, Ogun State
items: Urbanization Impacts on Land Use in Rural Urban Fringe: Case of Epe as Fringe of Lagos Metropolitan City, A Review
items: The Significance of Ife Art in Yoruba Tradition
items: Determining Sustainability Premium in Real Estate Valuation - A Preliminary Survey of perspectives from Estate Surveyors and Valuers in Lagos, Nigeria.
items: Assessment of Public Perception of Disaster Management in Lagos State, Nigeria
items: Site Suitability Mapping for Cattle ranch in selected Local Government Area of Benue State, Nigeria
items: Comparative Assessment of Solid Waste Composition among Waste Dump Sites in Lokoja Metropolis, North Central Nigeria
items: Organochlorine Pesticide Residues in Selected Surface Sediments within Ijebu-Ode and Environs, Ogun State, Nigeria
items: Pathways for Navigating Prevalent Construction Risk Types in Nigerian Building Projects
items: Water Scarcity and Its Effect on Daily Activities of Residents in Chikun LGA
items: Physico-Chemical Quality Evaluation of Surface Water in Rural Micro-Watersheds, Southern Yobe, Nigeria.
items: Characterization of Soda Lime Silica Glass Waste as Raw Material for Making Glass Ceramics
items: Deployment of ChatGPT in Nigerian Universities: Addressing Research Challenges and Ethical Considerations
items: Assessment of Environmental and Sociocultural Determinants of Malaria Incidence at Household Level in Bade Local Area, Yobe State Nigeria
items: Factors Influencing Off-Plan Real Estate Investment in the Lekki-Ajah Axis of Lagos State
items: Access and utilisation of Primary Health Care facilities in Peri-Urban Communities of Ibeju-Lekki, Local Government Area of Lagos, Nigeria

Municipal Solid Waste Quantification for Biogas Production in Kano Metropolis, Kano State, Nigeria
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description: Municipal Solid Waste is a heterogeneous substance that composed of a wide range of materials (organics and inorganics). In the Kano metropolis, it predominantly (75%) comprises organic waste materials that can be converted into useful renewable energy in the form of biogas-via anaerobic digestion technique. The bulk of the organic components in the dumpsites degrade, emitting greenhouse gases and foul odours. The daily waste generation rate of 3,018,886kg/day was obtained by interpolating the population of the study area and its growth rate (3.4%) with the daily waste per capita generation and its growth rate (2.7%). While the waste projection was made to the year 2038, the projected quantity for the year 2038 was estimated to be 7,885.304 tons/day. To determine the composition of the MSW, 200kg of MSW was randomly sampled from different locations of each of the four designated dumpsites in Kano metropolis and spread on wide polythene and sorted manually. The composition analyses show that averagely 75% of the waste component was organic, highly suitable for biogas production. It was assumed that only 74% of the generated MSW reaches dumpsites, and this was used for the assessment. biogas generation potential in Kano metropolis.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
creator: Danladi Musa
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 LASU Journal of Environmental Sciences https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
date: 2026-07-01
publication date: 2026-07-01
starting page: 61
ending page: 69
doi: 10.5281/

Transforming Marine Wastes into Art: A Case Study of Participatory Environmental Advocacy and Blue Economy Promotion Along Lagos Coastlines
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description: Marine pollution along Nigeria's coastline is arguably one of the most critical environmental challenges, threatening biodiversity, coastal livelihoods and the development of the nation's Blue Economy. Nigerian artists and art institutions have overlooked environmental advocacy work, despite the country's 853 kilometres of Atlantic seaboard and its rich tradition of visual culture. This case study chronicles the first phase of a TETFund-sponsored ongoing project titled "Transforming Marine Wastes into Art" implemented by Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH), Lagos, using participatory art practice, community engagement and upcycled marine waste as integrated tools for environmental advocacy and promotion of the Blue Economy. This case study documents the rationale of the project, design, early experience of implementation and community outcomes, based on field activities carried out in three coastal sites (Wave Beach (Elegushi), Gberufun Island (Badagry) and Ilaje Waterfront (Bariga)) between February and April 2026, and baseline survey data collected from 500 respondents. Results gathered demonstrate tangible progress in community engagement, stakeholder partnerships, and waste plastic collection, with nearly 487 kg of marine debris collected across three locations. The survey results also indicate a significant gap in awareness among members of the coastal community regarding the Blue Economy: only 10% of respondents rated themselves as very familiar with the concept. They also reaffirm strong community support for art-based advocacy approaches (76% agreement) and high latent pro-environmental behavioural intentions. The case study provides the need for transferable lessons for art educators, environmental practitioners, community development workers and policymakers to achieve sustainable development initiatives in Nigerian.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Marine waste; Blue Economy; Participatory art; Environmental advocacy
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creator: Chinyere Ndubuisi
creator: Adenike Eseagwu
creator: Taiwo Sorunke
creator: Funmilayo Ojerinde
creator: Augustine Ofurum
creator: Clement Adesanya
creator: Emmanuel Irokanulo
creator: Florence Nweke
creator: Anthony Emodi
creator: Obinna Osai
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 LASU Journal of Environmental Sciences https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
date: 2026-07-01
publication date: 2026-07-01
starting page: 86
ending page: 96
doi: 10.5281/

Exploring Socio-Cultural Hindrances to Climate Change Mitigation in Badagry Local Government Area of Lagos State Nigeria
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description: Climate change continues to pose complex challenges across global, regional, and local scales, with its impacts disproportionately affecting communities in developing countries. In rural and semi-urban settings like Badagry, where tradition, belief systems, and communal structures remain deeply embedded, these socio-cultural factors can either facilitate or hinder mitigation strategies. This study therefore explores how local beliefs, values, and community norms influence climate change mitigation efforts. By examining community responses, this research investigates how cultural identities intersect with environmental action. Understanding these dynamics is critical not only for designing effective climate policies but also for ensuring that such policies are locally relevant, culturally appropriate, and socially inclusive. Questionnaires were distributed across three communities: Ibereko, Apa and Ilogbo. The findings reveal that while a substantial majority of respondents recognize human-caused climate change and the urgent need for mitigation measures, traditional beliefs, lack of awareness, and economic constraints serve as significant barriers to effective climate action. Political ideology, cultural norms, and socio-economic limitations profoundly impact the perception and response to climate change within these communities. Recommendations include implementing targeted awareness programs, developing inclusive policy-making processes that respect cultural values, and leveraging community leadership to foster climate action.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Climate change adaptation
  topic: keywords
subject: Climate change mitigation
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subject: Community engagement
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subject: Socio-cultural barriers
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subject: Traditional beliefs
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creator: Chinenye Okafor
creator: Micheal Uzu
creator: Raimot Akanmu
creator: Michael Ahove
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 LASU Journal of Environmental Sciences https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
date: 2026-07-01
publication date: 2026-07-01
starting page: 1
ending page: 18
doi: 10.5281/

Impact of Improper Municipal Solid and Liquid Waste Management on the Health of Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in Maiduguri, Borno State
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description: Improper municipal waste management has contributed to the spread of diseases and vectors in Maiduguri Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camps. While previous studies have linked the solid waste management to disease prevalence, limited attention has been given to liquid waste, which may may have a more direct impact on health outcomes. The study therefore examined (i) municipal solid waste management (ii) municipal liquid Waste Management and (iii) their combined affects the health of IDPs. A mixed method approach involving physical measurement, GPS, personal observations, focus group discussion and structured questionnaires was employed to determine the generation, collection, disposal methods and disease prevalence between September 2020-August, 2021. Findings revealed that approximately 99% and 11.3% of the total municipal solid and liquid waste generated respectively were improperly collected while 65.11% and 78.65% were improperly managed leading to an outbreak of 251,957 incidences of disease. Multiple regression analysis showed weak and statistically insignificant relationship between improper solid and liquid waste management and disease prevalence, with solid waste showing a negative relationship and liquid waste a weak relationship. The major diseases identified include malaria, sexually transmitted infections/diseases (STI/D), diarrheal diseases, Cough and bronchitis, Skin infections and typhoid. The study Concludes that although disease prevalence was high, it can not be sorely attributed to improper solid and liquid waste management. Other contributing factors include contaminated water supply, poor hygiene practises, overcrowding, vector proliferation and limited access to healthcare. It recommends integrating of waste management education into camp planning, periodic assessment of the relationship between waste management of disease prevalence as well as a continuous medical outreach programs.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Impact, Improper, Solid and Liquid Waste Management, Health, Internally Displaced Persons.
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creator: Cecilia B. Akawu
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 LASU Journal of Environmental Sciences https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
date: 2026-07-01
publication date: 2026-07-01
starting page: 70
ending page: 85
doi: 10.5281/

Residents' Knowledge and Perception of Environmental and Health Risks from Landfill Leachate Pollution around the Solous Landfill, Lagos, Nigeria
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description: Accelerating urbanization in developing nations intensifies solid waste management challenges, particularly where inadequate landfill practices pose severe health and environmental hazards. This study examined knowledge levels, risk perceptions, and psychological responses among residents near the Solous Landfill in Lagos, Nigeria. A mixed-methods design combined quantitative surveys of 140 respondents with qualitative focus group discussions involving 16 purposively sampled community members. Findings revealed substantial awareness of leachate-associated risks: 78.6% of respondents acknowledged health implications, while 84.3% recognised environmental threats. Educational attainment, age, and occupational status emerged as significant determinants of awareness (p < 0.05). Approximately 63.6% of participants reported psychological distress attributed to offensive odour, water quality deterioration, and inadequate confidence in landfill management systems. A positive correlation was identified between health and environmental risk awareness (r = 0.635, p < 0.01). Qualitative data confirmed widespread concern regarding groundwater pollution and strong community support for landfill relocation, underscoring deficient trust in existing management frameworks. The study reveals that visible signs of pollution primarily shape risk perception through lived experience rather than formal knowledge alone. Educational improvements and visible environmental remediation measures are essential alongside transparent governance and community participation to rebuild institutional trust and achieve sustainable waste management outcomes in developing nations like Nigeria.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Landfill leachate, Risk perception, Environmental health, Community awareness, Waste management
  topic: keywords
creator: Oluwaseun Macaulay
creator: Abdullahi Sobola
creator: Oluwafemi Obayori
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 LASU Journal of Environmental Sciences https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
date: 2026-07-01
publication date: 2026-07-01
starting page: 40
ending page: 60
doi: 10.5281/

Utilization of Recycled Cathode ray tube waste glass in Cement Mortar Composites for Gamma Radiation Shielding Applications
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description: The rapid obsolescence of Cathode Ray Tube (CRT) technology has generated a significant global stockpile of electronic waste, posing serious environmental risks due to lead content. This research investigates utilizing recycled CRT glass as fine aggregate in cement mortar composites for gamma radiation shielding. CRT glass was processed from discarded television sets and used to replace natural sand at 0%, 25%, 50%, 75%, and 100% by weight. Composites were tested for compressive strength, water absorption, density, and gamma radiation attenuation using a Cobalt-60 source. Results showed that CRT incorporation enhanced mortar density, with the 100% CRT composite achieving 2620 kg/m³ versus 2410 kg/m³ for the control. Compressive strength initially decreased at 25% replacement but increased significantly at higher levels, with 100% CRT attaining 34.40 MPa. All CRT mixes exhibited lower water absorption (1.43-1.65%) than the control (2.09%). Gamma radiation shielding improved consistently with increasing CRT content, with 100% replacement showing the highest attenuation. The study concludes that recycled CRT glass is an effective sustainable aggregate for producing high-density cement mortar with superior mechanical properties and enhanced gamma radiation shielding capability.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Cathode ray tube, Cement mortar, Radiation shielding, Electronic waste, Gamma attenuation
  topic: keywords
creator: Oluwaleke Babarinde
creator: JACOB ENEJO ADEJO
creator: AYUBA KAZASHIM SETH
creator: AUDU ALEX
creator: MUHAMMAD ISAH PALLADAN
creator: MUHAMMAD MUNIR MUHAMMAD
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 LASU Journal of Environmental Sciences https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
date: 2026-07-01
publication date: 2026-07-01
starting page: 33
ending page: 39
doi: 10.5281/

Geospatial Assessment of the Distribution of Fire Stations and Market Accessibility for Disaster Management in Akure South, Ondo State, Nigeria.
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description: Access to fire station is crucial for the effectiveness of emergency responses and public safety in urban areas. This study investigates fire station distribution patterns and their proximity to commercial market centers in Akure South Local Government Area, Ondo State, Nigeria, using proximity analysis in a GIS environment. The study deploys satellite imagery, kernel density analysis, nearest neighbor statistical analysis, and Euclidean distance in the ArcGIS 10.4.1 environment. This study directly supports Sustainable Development Goal 11 by examining spatial inequities in emergency response coverage and contributing to more resilient and sustainable urban communities. The findings revealed significant spatial disparities in fire station accessibility. Market distribution showed statistically significant clustering (NNR = 1.426, p = 0.014), particularly at Oja Oba 1 and Oja-Oba 2, while fire station distribution exhibited highly dispersed patterning (NNR = 36.022, p < 0.001), indicating inadequate coverage. Euclidean distance analysis quantified critical service gaps, with average distances of 3.7 km to the nearest fire station and maximum distances exceeding 8.7 km. Hotspot analysis identified southern and eastern areas as critical service deficits requiring infrastructure expansion. Proposed fire station locations were evaluated through service area analysis and travel distance modeling, demonstrating substantial improvements in coverage equity and response time reduction. The study demonstrates that GIS can be practically and effectively deployed to identify emergency infrastructure challenges and support evidence-based disaster management planning, thereby providing actionable recommendations for optimizing fire station placement and improving disaster resilience in Akure and similar urban areas.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: fire station
  topic: keywords
subject: GIS
  topic: keywords
subject: spatial analysis
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subject: emergency response
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subject: disaster management
  topic: keywords
creator: Onyemaechi John Nnamani
creator: Ayo Akintunde Akinse
creator: Ruth Olabisi Omotayo
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 LASU Journal of Environmental Sciences https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
date: 2026-07-01
publication date: 2026-07-01
starting page: 19
ending page: 32
doi: 10.5281/

AI, Geography and Ethics: Exploring the Intersections and Implications
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description: Artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative force in geography, significantly reshaping spatial analysis, environmental management, urban planning, and socio-economic research. The integration of AI technologies such as machine learning, remote sensing, and geospatial analytics has enabled more accurate data-driven decision-making and predictive modelling. However, the rapid expansion of AI applications in geographic contexts raises pressing ethical concerns, including issues of bias, privacy, surveillance, transparency, and accountability in algorithm design. This study critically examines the ethical implications of applying AI-powered spatial technologies in society and the environment. It explores the unintended consequences that arise when powerful technologies are deployed in fields like climate modelling, disaster response, smart city governance, and geospatial law enforcement. The study highlights how AI can inadvertently reinforce existing social inequalities and perpetuate spatial injustices if not guided by ethical principles. Drawing on theoretical frameworks and real-world case studies, the research evaluates existing ethical guidelines and global AI policies, advocating for fairness-aware algorithms and regulatory safeguards. It underscores the importance of transparency, inclusivity, and accountability in the development and deployment of geographic AI tools. Furthermore, the study calls for interdisciplinary collaboration between geographers, policymakers, ethicists, and technologists to co-create governance mechanisms that ensure the ethical use of AI. The conclusion outlines future research directions, emphasizing the need for context-specific ethical frameworks suited to geographic applications. Responsible AI adoption in geography is vital not only to maximize its benefits but also to mitigate ethical risks, ultimately promoting sustainable and equitable outcomes within the spatial sciences.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: artificial intelligence
  topic: keywords
subject: geography
  topic: keywords
subject: ethical AI
  topic: keywords
subject: spatial analysis
  topic: keywords
subject: geospatial ethics
  topic: keywords
creator: Ayodeji Bolade Ogunkolu
creator: Lanre Tajudeen Ajibade
creator: Martins Sunday Ameh
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 LASU Journal of Environmental Sciences https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
date: 2025-12-18
publication date: 2025-12-18
starting page: 205
ending page: 230
doi: 10.5281/

Household Water Use and Management Practices in Jema’a LGA: Challenges and Sustainability Issues
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description: Ensuring clean and reliable water is essential for public health and household well-being, yet many communities still face significant water-related challenges. This study examines household water sources, usage patterns, and the difficulties experienced in Jema’a Local Government Area, Kaduna State, Nigeria. Using a mixed-method approach with structured surveys and direct observations from 100 households selected via stratified random sampling data were analyzed through descriptive statistics and chi-square tests. The findings reveal that households rely mainly on boreholes, hand-dug wells, rivers, and water vendors. Major challenges include water quality concerns, high costs, and seasonal shortages. Chi-square analyses provided nuanced insights: although the test for overall household income versus water access was non-significant (p=0.539p=0.539), a separate analysis assessing the effect of income on access to reliable water produced significant results (p=0.000p=0.000). This suggests that while income may not determine water access in all aspects, financial capacity plays a critical role in securing safe and dependable water sources. Households cope with shortages by rationing water, purchasing from vendors, and using covered storage containers. To improve water security, the study recommends expanding government-funded borehole projects, promoting rainwater harvesting, enhancing community water management, and adopting affordable pricing mechanisms. Strengthening water infrastructure and raising awareness are crucial for achieving sustainable, safe, and equitable water access for all households in the region.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: household water access
  topic: keywords
subject: water sources
  topic: keywords
subject: water scarcity
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subject: water management
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subject: Jema’a LGA
  topic: keywords
creator: Kwallah Moses Solomon
creator: Loveth Ishayan Kwas
creator: Victor Ishaya
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 LASU Journal of Environmental Sciences https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
date: 2025-12-18
publication date: 2025-12-18
starting page: 171
ending page: 189
doi: 10.5281/

The Impact of a Volatile Economy on Viability Indicators of Investment Projects in the Lagos Real Estate Market
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description: In recent times, investors and businesses have been affected by an uncertain and volatile business environment. Real estate investment projects are one of the major sectors impacted by the uncertainty in the economy due largely to its capital-intensive nature. This study, therefore, examines the impact of fluctuations in selected economic variables and their effect on the indicators of viability of real estate investment projects in the Lagos real estate market. Adopting a cross-sectional survey design, the study collected data using a structured questionnaire administered to a sample of 96 estate surveying and valuation firms with expertise on feasibility and viability analysis. Data was analyzed utilizing both descriptive and inferential statistics. Results indicate that interest rate, exchange rate, and inflation were identified as the economic variables that affect viability indicators such as property prices, rental income, construction cost, financing cost, market demand and project profitability/viability. The study recommends among others, a real estate-focused policy intervention by the government to revitalize the sector and achieve faster economic growth. In addition, a follow-up study to investigate the actual viability of the real estate investment projects based on the viability indicators analyzed by the estate surveying and valuation firms should be carried out using respondents drawn from the population of the investors (developers, agents, property owners and financiers).
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: impact
  topic: keywords
subject: ,investment projects
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subject: real estate market
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subject: viability indicators
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subject: volatile economy
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creator: Chibuike R. Emele
creator: Akintade S. Afolayan
creator: Israel O. Ogbonna
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 LASU Journal of Environmental Sciences https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
date: 2025-12-19
publication date: 2025-12-19
starting page: 1
ending page: 25
doi: 10.5281/

Conservation Status of Tree Species in Dansoshiya Forest Reserve, Kano State, Nigeria.
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description: Protected Areas (PAs) serve as vital instruments for biodiversity conservation, playing a crucial role in the In-situ conservation of species. The purpose of this study is to assess the likelihood of extirpation and extinction of tree species in the Dansoshiya Forest Reserve (DFR). The study conducted a detailed fieldwork, 30 stratified random sample plots with a quadrat size of 12.5m 8m were collected and measured across the area. 8 Scenario-based focus group discussions (SBFGDs) sessions were also conducted. Tree species probability of extirpation and extinction were determined with the species evenness, IUCN indicative thresholds and Threats Model. Floristic survey conducted in the DFR revealed 67 distinct tree species, and these species were categorised as, 89.55% (60 species) as Critically Endangered 5.97% (4 species) as Endangered, and 4.48% (3 species) as Vulnerable on a local scale. The data obtained from DFR compared with the data obtained the most recent IUCN Red List of Threatened Trees. Of these, 71.64% (48 species) listed as Least Concern, 20.90% (14 species) as Not Evaluated, 4.48% (3 species) were listed as Vulnerable, and 2.29% (2 species) as Endangered at global scale. Moreover, the result revealed other subcategories of Critically Endangered tree species in the area. The overall result indicated that critically endangered species at the local level and the category of species of least concern at the global scale are the common tree species in the area. Hence, immediate conservation action is required for a significant portion of the tree species in the DFR.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Biodiversity
  topic: keywords
subject: Conservation Status
  topic: keywords
subject: Dansoshiya
  topic: keywords
subject: Protected Area
  topic: keywords
creator: Mohammed Sunusi Yusuf
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 LASU Journal of Environmental Sciences https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
date: 2025-12-19
publication date: 2025-12-19
starting page: 190
ending page: 204
doi: 10.5281/

Assessing the Impact of Deforestation on Agricultural Activities and Management Strategies in Benue South, Nigeria
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description: Abstract Deforestation poses a significant threat to agricultural productivity in Nigeria. This study investigates the impact of deforestation on agricultural activities and examines management strategies employed in the region. A mixed-methods approach was used, combining structured questionnaires and Key Informant Interviews (KIIs). Five Local Government Areas (LGAs) were purposively selected, and 729 respondents were selected using the purposive sampling techniques. A subsample of 73 respondents, constituting 10% of the total respondent pool, was purposively selected for in- depth interviews to gather richer and more detailed information. The results show that deforestation has led to reduced crop yields with 56% of the respondents agreed,39% also agreed for loss of soil nutrients, and 39% of the respondents strongly disagreed that disruptions to the climate and water cycle, ultimately decreasing agricultural productivity in the region. The main causes of deforestation identified include fuel wood harvesting with relative index of 0.94 which rank 1st, with timber production, and farmland expansion having index of 0.90,079 which ranked 2nd and 3rd respectively. The study highlights the need for sustainable management strategies, such as sustainable agricultural programs with 15%, improved awareness constitute 27% , and 35% of the respondents hinted provision of alternatives to fuel wood, to mitigate deforestation practices. However, limited awareness and high costs of sustainable practices were identified as obstacles to effective deforestation prevention measures. The findings have important implications for policymakers, agricultural practitioners, and environmental managers seeking to address deforestation challenges and promote sustainable agricultural development in Benue South.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Agriculture
  topic: keywords
subject: Deforestation
  topic: keywords
subject: Impact
  topic: keywords
subject: Management
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creator: Shamsu Abdullahi Idris
creator: Nura Saleh
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 LASU Journal of Environmental Sciences https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
date: 2025-12-19
publication date: 2025-12-19
starting page: 26
ending page: 50
doi: 10.5281/

Assessment of Invasive and Non-invasive Plant Species Composition and Diversity in Mangrove Ecosystem Ibeno LGA, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria
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description: Invasive Alien Species are currently considered as the second leading cause of extinctions of documented species and the third threat coming for species at risk of extinction. The study assessed the invasive and non-invasive plant species composition and diversity in Mangrove Ecosystem, Ibeno LGA, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. Two 10m x 10m transects were laid within the invasive and non-invasive stations for the evaluation of species abundance using a random sampling technique. The data acquired from the composition of plants was used to compute the abundance, diversity and evenness of plants in the study area using standard methods. Results showed that 7 different plant species: Rhizophora racemose, Rhizophora mangle, Acrostichum aureum, Cyperus janicus, Nypa fruticans, Avicennia germane and Paspalum vaginatum were found belonging to 6 families: Rhizophoraceae, Avicenniaceae, Pteridaceae, Cyperaceae, Poaceae and Arecaceae in which Rhizophoraceae was the highest (42.9%). Invasive plant discovered was Nypa fruticans in mangrove ecosystem. Non-invasive plants had the highest diversity (2.12) and evenness (0.360). The study concluded that both invasive and non-invasive plant species are found in the study area, but the invasive species was mainly dominated by Nypa fructicans which is gradually taking over the entirety of Mangrove Ecosystem in Ibeno LGA, Akwa Ibom, Nigeria. Nypa fruticans is monotypic and have negative impact on environment, biodiversity and economic of the people living in the community. It is therefore recommended among others that awareness and community participation must be established to combat the expansion of the alien species in Ibeno, LGA.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Diversity
  topic: keywords
subject: Ibeno
  topic: keywords
subject: Invasive
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subject: Non-invasive species
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creator: Meshach Ojile
creator: Utibe E. Akpan
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 LASU Journal of Environmental Sciences https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
date: 2025-12-18
publication date: 2025-12-18
starting page: 231
ending page: 243
doi: 10.5281/

An Analytical Study of the Concept of Adaptation in the Paintings of Abiodun Akande
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description: Abiodun Akande is a 1989 graduate of the Department of Fine and Applied Arts, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Osun State, Nigeria. Abiodun Akande is a painter and his paintings have close resemblance to Yoruba traditional sculptures. It is against this background that this paper investigates, analyses and documents the paintings of Abiodun Akande to put in proper perspective his contribution to the evolvement of contemporary Nigerian art. His examined paintings include Ikunle Abiamo, Babalawo, Epa Spectacle, I am Because We Are and Awon Agba. The study is, however, premised on the concept of adaptation. Adaptation is an ideological concept which has to do with the process of revisiting the work of a particular culture and copying its characteristic features into the rendition of one's art work. This study also adopts qualitative research design, using historical and descriptive approaches. The study discovered that, Abiodun Akande revisited and adapted Yoruba art proportion, style, and themes in the execution of his paintings. This makes his paintings to have cubical appearance and most at times, they are characterised with angularity of forms.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Adaptation
  topic: keywords
subject: Painting
  topic: keywords
subject: Style
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subject: Theme
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subject: Artist
  topic: keywords
subject: Yoruba
  topic: keywords
subject: Abiodun Akande
  topic: keywords
creator: Musa Ajibola Alawode
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 LASU Journal of Environmental Sciences https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
date: 2025-12-19
publication date: 2025-12-19
starting page: 113
ending page: 130
doi: 10.5281/

Assessing the Impact of Walling Materials Selection on Space Flexibility in the Workers Housing Estate, Laderin, Abeokuta, Ogun State
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description: Housing needs to adapt to changes over its life cycle. However, the apartment design in Nigeria public estate often restricts residents from making modifications to suit evolving needs. Existing studies on flexibility in apartment design focus on definitions and general affordability, but the specific impact of wall material selection on space flexibility remains underexplored. This study addresses this gap by exploring the role of walling material selection in achieving space flexibility and affordability in Workers Housing Estate, Laderin, Abeokuta, Ogun State. Drawing on a comprehensive literature review, hypotheses were formulated and tested through a structured questionnaire administered to 241 residents in the estate. Descriptive and inferential statistics were used for the analysis. Results revealed the significantly impact of sand-crete, brick, drywall, and glass on the partition-ability, extendibility and expandability characteristics of housing flexibility. The study concludes that Partition-ability characteristics of flexibility was the leading factor influencing walling material selection. While, Expandability was the lowest determinant in the study area. The study recommends the incorporation of partition-ability features as well as the promotion of drywall material usage in government-built estates.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Government-built estate
  topic: keywords
subject: Materials selection factors
  topic: keywords
subject: Space flexibility
  topic: keywords
subject: Walling material
  topic: keywords
creator: Babatunde Alex ADEYEMI
creator: Iniubong Sandra Adeyemi
creator: Abiodun Abiola Okunlola
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 LASU Journal of Environmental Sciences https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
date: 2025-12-18
publication date: 2025-12-18
starting page: 51
ending page: 68
doi: 10.5281/

Urbanization Impacts on Land Use in Rural Urban Fringe: Case of Epe as Fringe of Lagos Metropolitan City, A Review
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description: The study attempts to fill the literature gap and extend prior studies by exploring existing studies on land use changes with a focus on different factors affecting the rural urban fringe area and urban expansion of Epe in Lagos Metropolitan city, highlighting the major impacts of rapid Urbanisation and population growth on land cover changes. This paper highlights emerging novel methodologies by employing a qualitative research approach to explore Urbanisation on Epe's rural urban fringe as a case study, which complements the relative strength of conventional approaches from other developing countries. Findings suggest that the city is expanding into its peripheral regions as rural areas are converted into urban spaces, highlighting the need for urban planning concepts that prioritise the preservation and management of natural land use classes to enhance the quality of life in an urban environment. While the complexity of emerging methodologies, though depends the overall understanding of changes in land use and land cover findings reveal that continuous shifts of land from non-developed natural categories to developed land use are typical of urban sprawl , but the city is also facing severe land transformations in response to the demands of the Lagos Metropolitan city. Therefore this study raises concern over the restructuring process that affects the economic, social and environmental spheres and requires sensitivity from institutional decision-making towards the complex and diverse realities of relevant actors on ground , through which all current and future land use policies are mediated.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Urban sprawl
  topic: keywords
subject: Rural urban fringe
  topic: keywords
subject: Land use
  topic: keywords
subject: Development drivers
  topic: keywords
creator: Taiwo Atoro
creator: Oluwaseun Princess Okimiji
creator: Michelle Iyabo Fasona
creator: Adewale Olufunlola Yoade
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 LASU Journal of Environmental Sciences https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
date: 2025-12-19
publication date: 2025-12-19
starting page: 69
ending page: 112
doi: 10.5281/

The Significance of Ife Art in Yoruba Tradition
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description: Ife art and terracotta heads have become a point of debate among European and African archaeologists, anthropologists and art historians. As scholars attempt to proffer the meaning and explain the functionality of Ife art. Some scholars have interpreted these artefacts based on the information available to them. However, few have been able to discuss how significant Ife art is to the Yoruba tradition. The researcher collected data from both primary and secondary sources. Primary sources comprised observations and interviews, while secondary sources were drawn from journal articles, books, and the internet. This paper reviewed scholarly positions concerning Ife art and discussed the significance of Ife art in the Yoruba tradition. It also identified the methodological challenges and problems in understanding Ife art. The study revealed that Ife art is pivotal in emphasising the interconnectedness of history, culture, spirituality, identity and continuity of the Yoruba tradition. The study recommended that it is expedient that Ife art be reexamined through a multidisciplinary approach encompassing a deep understanding of the culture, archaeology, and textual analysis of Oriki (praise songs), oral tradition and ancient Yoruba traditional practices.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Ife
  topic: keywords
subject: Art
  topic: keywords
subject: Tradition
  topic: keywords
creator: Simeon Oyeneye
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 LASU Journal of Environmental Sciences https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
date: 2025-12-19
publication date: 2025-12-19
starting page: 131
ending page: 149
doi: 10.5281/

Determining Sustainability Premium in Real Estate Valuation - A Preliminary Survey of perspectives from Estate Surveyors and Valuers in Lagos, Nigeria.
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description: There is a growing global focus on sustainability and understanding how it impacts property value is important. This will promote informed investment decisions and foster more accurate property valuation. This study examines valuers’ assessment of suitable premium to be earmarked for sustainability features in residential and commercial properties in Lagos, Nigeria. It also identifies possible variations in premium between property types. The target population consists of 198 randomly selected real estate practitioners in Lagos, Nigeria. Data collection was conducted using both online and physical surveys, with 114 valid responses. The Estate Surveyors and Valuers (ESVs) were asked to assess percentage increments in property valuations due to the presence of sustainability features, categorized into six key components: energy efficiency (EE), water efficiency (WE), innovation and site planning (IS), economy and conservation of materials (E), waste management (W), and indoor air quality (IAQ). Features were rated on a scale of 0-10%, 11-20%, 21-30%, 31-40%, and 41-50%. The analysis employed descriptive statistics using percentages and results graphically presented. The findings indicate that water efficiency consistently commanded the highest premium (41-50%) for both residential (33%) and commercial properties (27.8%). The aggregate analysis shows an average premium of 31-40% on rent for sustainability features in both property types, drawing attention to the market's gradual yet positive orientation toward sustainability. Variations in premium between residential and commercial properties are attributed to utility preferences both in building design requirements, and user operations
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Lagos
  topic: keywords
subject: Sustainability features
  topic: keywords
subject: Sustainability premium
  topic: keywords
subject: Valuation
  topic: keywords
creator: ADEBOLA ADEYEMO
creator: CYRIL AJAYI
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 LASU Journal of Environmental Sciences https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
date: 2025-12-19
publication date: 2025-12-19
starting page: 244
ending page: 265
doi: 10.5281/

Assessment of Public Perception of Disaster Management in Lagos State, Nigeria
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description: Lagos metropolis is growing with a fast rate of urbanization. Disaster management in such areas requires a collaborative effort between service providers and the public. Inefficiencies in mitigation and response arise in the absence of such synergy. This study thus examined the perception and attitude of residents in Lagos State, Nigeria on disaster management. As a basis, emergency cases responded to by LASEMA from 2010-2022 were analyzed. The distribution of emergency service providers in the study area was also established. Data was acquired from the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency, GRID 3 portal, and a social survey conducted with the use of 203 copies of the questionnaire systematically administered. A total of 780 incidents were reported within the period for the selected sites, the highest number recorded from Ikeja, the state capital. Thirty-seven (37) state-owned hospitals, 9 fire stations, 4 LRU facilities and 38 police facilities were identified. Most of the residents interviewed perceived disaster management as solely the responsibility of government. About 32% of the respondents had experienced at least one emergency incident in the last five years, flooding being the most occurring. Less than 10% of these were however reported, the trust deficit in the capacity of service providers was blamed for this. Respondents’ involvement in community disaster management was also less than 30%, while unresponsive government was identified as the challenge to being more pro-active. Improved community engagement and service delivery by providers amongst others, were recommended to address these issues.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Community engagement
  topic: keywords
subject: Disaster
  topic: keywords
subject: Perception
  topic: keywords
subject: Response
  topic: keywords
creator: Adebola Daramola
creator: Olufemi OKE-OSANYINTOLU
creator: Nnenna Ibekwe
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 LASU Journal of Environmental Sciences https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
date: 2025-12-19
publication date: 2025-12-19
starting page: 150
ending page: 170
doi: 10.5281/

Site Suitability Mapping for Cattle ranch in selected Local Government Area of Benue State, Nigeria
type: item
description: Site suitability mapping is a pre-requisite for optimum and sustainable cattle production which ensures food and reduce incessant clashes among the farmers-headers. This study mapped the criteria and examined the suitability site for cattle ranching in some selected Local Government Area of Benue State, Nigeria, using GIS-based Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis (MCDA). Remote sensed data from Landsat 8 OLI_TIRS, Shuttle Radar Topographic Mission (SRTM) elevation data, Sentinel-2 imagery, European Soil Data Centre (ESDC), NASA TRMN Satellite, OpenStreetMap, and administrative boundaries. GIS reclassification and, analytical hierarchical process (AHP) was applied. The criteria used for suitability assessment were Land Use/Land Cover (LULC), Normalized Difference Vegetation Index (NDVI), slope, soil type, proximity to roads and rivers, rainfall patterns, and Digital Elevation Model (DEM). ArcGIS 10.3 Software was used for the data analysis. The result of the weighted overlay analysis revealed that LULC (25%), soil (20%), and rainfall (15%) were the most influential factors, while DEM and road proximity had the least weight (5%). The results also indicate that 17% (34,786 Ha) of the study area is highly suitable, characterized by dense, 55% (113,337 Ha) is suitable, with moderate vegetation, 28% (57,197 Ha) is moderately suitable, featuring variable vegetation while less than 1 Ha was deemed unsuitable due to steep slopes (>12°), poor soils (Lithosols), and water scarcity. The study recommends prioritizing development in highly suitable zones while implementing gradual improvements in moderately suitable areas to enhance cattle ranching productivity and reduce land-use conflicts.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Cattle ranch
  topic: keywords
subject: GIS
  topic: keywords
subject: Multi criteria Evaluation
  topic: keywords
subject: Remote sensing
  topic: keywords
subject: Suitability
  topic: keywords
creator: Muhammed Olakunle Kilani
creator: Grace Ibrahim john
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 LASU Journal of Environmental Sciences https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
date: 2025-12-19
publication date: 2025-12-19
starting page: 266
ending page: 294
doi: 10.5281/

Comparative Assessment of Solid Waste Composition among Waste Dump Sites in Lokoja Metropolis, North Central Nigeria
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description: Municipal waste management remains one of the significant urban environmental problems in most rapidly growing cities in Nigeria. This study assesses composition of municipal solid waste dump sites in Lokoja Metropolis. Purposive sampling technique was employed in sampling the waste dump sites for the study. The waste composition at each dump site was determined through manual sorting into distinct categories, followed by precise weight measurements using a weight balance. The result indicates significant variations in the composition of municipal solid waste across the dump sites. The proportion of organic waste was found to be highest at Felele (34.9%) and lowest at Lokongoma (30.5%). In contrast, inorganic waste was most prevalent at Lokongoma (24.8%), while Kabawa has the lowest proportion (17.3%). Furthermore, it was revealed that Kabawa has the highest percentage of recyclable waste (16.1%), whereas Adankolo accounted for the lowest (11.4%). Furthermore, Adankolo dump site exhibited the highest proportion of textile waste, while Felele has the lowest (18.6%). Lastly, hazardous waste was found most concentrated at Kabawa, while Lokongoma has least proportion (9.5%). The study's findings underscored the predominance of organic waste across all dump sites. Consequently, this research emphasizes the need for enhanced public awareness and education initiatives, focusing on sustainable waste management practices, with a particular emphasis on the effective management of organic waste.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Hazardous waste
  topic: keywords
subject: Inorganic waste
  topic: keywords
subject: Organic waste
  topic: keywords
subject: Recyclable waste
  topic: keywords
subject: Solid Waste Management
  topic: keywords
creator: Suleiman Shehu Suleiman
creator: Muyideen Imam
creator: Ali Dala
creator: Yusuf Mohammed Tukur
creator: Abubakar Hassan
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 LASU Journal of Environmental Sciences https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
date: 2025-08-22
publication date: 2025-08-22
starting page: 467
ending page: 484
doi: 10.5281/

Organochlorine Pesticide Residues in Selected Surface Sediments within Ijebu-Ode and Environs, Ogun State, Nigeria
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description: Organochlorine pesticides (OCPs) are a class of synthetic chemicals known for their persistence, toxicity, and bioaccumulation in the environment. These compounds are resistant to degradation by biological, chemical, microbiological, or physical processes, with half-lives ranging from months to decades. They are highly toxic, causing acute and chronic health effects. Despite being banned in many countries, organochlorine pesticides (OCPs) are still detected in the Nigerian environment and food chain, likely due to persistence, illegal trade, and improper disposal of old stockpiles. Hence, this study focused on investigating the presence of sixteen OCPs such as α-BHC, β-BHC, δ-BHC, γ-BHC, heptachlor, aldrin, heptachlor epoxide, endosulfan I, dieldrin, endrin, endosulfan II, 4,4’-DDD, endrin aldehyde, endosulfan sulfate, 4,4’-DDT and methoxychlor using a gas chromatography-mass spectrometric (GC-MS) technique after an extraction and clean-up procedure using the dispersive solid phase extraction (dSPE) technique on selected surface sediments within Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State, Nigeria. The detection frequencies of the OCPs in ascending order were 50.0 %, 56.3%, 62.5 %, and 62.5% at Ijagun, Ososa, Imoru, and Ogbogbo, respectively. Based on the detection frequencies, Imoru and Ososa are more polluted. Conversely, the total mean concentrations revealed that Ososa and Ogbogbo had the highest levels of OCP at 74.54 mg/kg and 79.56 mg/kg, respectively. Based on these findings, it can be concluded that the sites studied are polluted with OCPs. As such, removal strategies, such as phytoremediation or bioremediation procedures, should be developed to eliminate these pollutants from the environment.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Bioaccumulation
  topic: keywords
subject: Detection frequencies
  topic: keywords
subject: GC-MS
  topic: keywords
subject: Surface sediments
  topic: keywords
creator: Elizabeth Oyinkansola Omotola
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 LASU Journal of Environmental Sciences https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
date: 2025-08-22
publication date: 2025-08-22
starting page: 485
ending page: 497
doi: 10.5281/

Pathways for Navigating Prevalent Construction Risk Types in Nigerian Building Projects
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description: Contractors are compelled to reduce direct and indirect project costs due to escalating competition in the building industry. Many contractors find that implementing a risk management strategy enhances competitiveness. This study uniquely evaluates risk mitigation strategies for SMEs in a developing economy context. Thus, this study analyses the adequacy of contractors’ pathways to navigate common risk types with a view to achieving sustainable growth of contracting firms. The study adopts a survey research design and collected data from 103 contracting firms registered in categories A, B, and C of the Lagos State Tender Board using the stratified random sampling technique. Statistical tools such as frequency, percentages, standard deviation, mean, ranking, and ANOVA test were deployed for data analysis. Results show that contractors commonly use 33 pathways to navigate 13 construction risk categories, the most effective pathway being cost control and estimating techniques for managing the financial risk category. This implies that it is integral to the financial success of construction projects. Moreover, the ANOVA test of the hypothesis formulated for the study showed that there is a significant difference among the three categories of contracting firms on communication and transparency with stakeholders as a pathway for mitigating construction risks. Therefore, it is recommended that contractors implement modern cost control and estimation techniques for effective risk management. This may be accomplished by co-opting key financial experts in budgeting and keeping contingency funds on hand for emergencies.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Contractors
  topic: keywords
subject: prevalent risk types
  topic: keywords
subject: project success
  topic: keywords
subject: risk management
  topic: keywords
subject: risk mitigating strategy
  topic: keywords
creator: Dele Roger Simeon
creator: Fidelis Omenogor Achi
creator: Olutayo Ajibola Akinkunmi
creator: Olamide Emmanuel Adenuga
creator: Rabiu Agbaakin Aminu
creator: Kehinde Paul Owoyemi
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 LASU Journal of Environmental Sciences https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
date: 2025-08-22
publication date: 2025-08-22
starting page: 421
ending page: 466
doi: 10.5281/

Water Scarcity and Its Effect on Daily Activities of Residents in Chikun LGA
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description: Water scarcity is a major challenge in Chikun Local Government Area (LGA), Kaduna State, affecting daily household activities, sanitation, and public health. This study examines water availability, the impact of shortages on residents, and coping strategies used to manage limited supply. A descriptive research design was employed, with data collected through structured questionnaires administered across selected wards. The sample size was determined using Taro Yamane’s formula, ensuring a representative study population. Findings reveal that groundwater sources (well and borehole) are the primary water sources, but frequent shortages force residents to rely on wells, rivers, and water vendors, leading to increased costs and unreliable supply. Water scarcity disrupts sanitation and hygiene, contributing to a higher prevalence of waterborne diseases such as diarrhea and typhoid fever. To cope, residents adopt measures like purchasing water, rationing use, and harvesting rainwater, though these strategies are not sustainable. The study recommends government investment in boreholes and piped water networks, improved water management policies, and community-led initiatives to enhance long-term water accessibility. Addressing these challenges will improve sanitation, health, and economic stability in Chikun LGA.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Water Scarcity
  topic: keywords
subject: Sanitation
  topic: keywords
subject: Water Management
  topic: keywords
subject: Household Coping Strategies
  topic: keywords
subject: Chikun LGA
  topic: keywords
creator: Simeon Dogo
creator: Otene Stephen Idoko
creator: Fatima Nawwal Saleh
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 LASU Journal of Environmental Sciences https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
date: 2025-08-22
publication date: 2025-08-22
starting page: 402
ending page: 420
doi: 10.5281/

Physico-Chemical Quality Evaluation of Surface Water in Rural Micro-Watersheds, Southern Yobe, Nigeria.
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description: This study evaluates the physico-chemical quality of surface water in rural micro-watersheds of Southern Yobe, Nigeria. The research aimed to evaluate key water quality parameters, including pH, turbidity, electrical conductivity, total dissolved solids, dissolved oxygen, biochemical oxygen demand, chemical oxygen demand, iron, and manganese, in relation to World Health Organization (WHO) and Nigerian Standard for Drinking Water Quality (NSDWQ) guidelines. Water samples were collected from twenty-five (25) locations across four (4) Local Government Areas: Potiskum, Nangere, Fune, and Fika using grab sampling techniques. Spatial analysis was conducted using Inverse Distance Weighted (IDW) interpolation in ArcGIS 10.5 to map parameter distribution. The results indicated significant spatial variations in water quality, with several locations exceeding permissible limits. Notably, turbidity levels were extremely high in some locations, reaching 1,986 NTU, far above both WHO and NSDWQ guideline of 5.0 NTU. Additionally, iron and manganese concentrations exceeded WHO limits in all sampled locations, posing potential health risks: The study highlights the urgent need for water quality management interventions, including improved watershed protection, sediment control measures, and cost-effective community-based water treatment solutions such as filtration and solar disinfection. This study highlights the critical need for improving water quality, strengthening watershed management, and promoting safe water access in rural communities of Southern Yobe, thereby directly contributing to the achievement of Sustainable Development (SDG) Goal 6, ensuring availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Micro-Watersheds
  topic: keywords
subject: Quality
  topic: keywords
subject: WaterMicro-Watersheds
  topic: keywords
subject: Rural
  topic: keywords
subject: Surface
  topic: keywords
creator: Ibrahim Abubakar Audu
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 LASU Journal of Environmental Sciences https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
date: 2025-08-22
publication date: 2025-08-22
starting page: 377
ending page: 401
doi: 10.5281/

Characterization of Soda Lime Silica Glass Waste as Raw Material for Making Glass Ceramics
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description: The use of waste soda lime silicate glass as a raw material for glass ceramics is a subject that has been investigated for many years. This residue could be used in glass ceramics formulations as a silica source for partial or total substitution of one of the natural raw materials, commonly silica and brings the opportunity to improve sustainability. The majority of the studies in this field are related to the production of glass ceramics using different types of glasses, but this particular research is investigating the possibility of (TV screens) in order to enhance the crystallization mechanism and mechanical performance of the end product. The waste glass powder was characterized using Energy Dispersive X-ray fluorescence (EDXRF), the use of which was chosen due to its availability over Wavelength Dispersive X-ray fluorescence (WDXRF), which would have been a better choice, X-ray diffraction (XRD), and Fourier transform infra-red (FTIR) analyses. The EDXRF analysis revealed a SiO2 content of 61.04%, alongside some other traces. Additionally, the x-ray diffraction indicated that no diffraction peak was observed in the glass powder sample, so there were no well-defined scattering planes and therefore no sharp peaks. The FTIR spectra of glass powder revealed several bands from 500 cm−1 to 4000 indicating Broad band stretching vibration of SiO4 and Si-O-Si asymmetric stretching However. The key findings are that waste glass (TV screens) can be used in the production of glass ceramics through sinter crystallization technique with technical and environmental advantages, having desirable properties required for glass ceramic tiles.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Characterization
  topic: keywords
subject: Making Glass Ceramics
  topic: keywords
subject: Soda Lime Silicate Glass
  topic: keywords
creator: Tijjani, M. Salisu
creator: Zainab, S. Aliyu
creator: Yakubu Abdullahi
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 LASU Journal of Environmental Sciences https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
date: 2025-08-22
publication date: 2025-08-22
starting page: 364
ending page: 376
doi: 10.5281/

Deployment of ChatGPT in Nigerian Universities: Addressing Research Challenges and Ethical Considerations
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description: The research landscape in Nigerian universities faces significant hurdles, hampering both the quantity and quality of academic output. This has hindered national development and industrialization. However, the emergence of artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots, notably ChatGPT, presents a promising avenue for revolutionizing academia. Nonetheless, their integration raises ethical concerns. To address these issues, this study explores leveraging ChatGPT to surmount research obstacles in Nigerian academia while fostering sustainable growth. Through a desk review spanning reputable databases like Scopus, ScienceDirect, and Google Scholar, insights were gleaned and synthesized via content analysis. The findings revealed that ChatGPT stands to enhance research accessibility, reduce costs, aid comprehension and writing, facilitate collaboration, and support various research aspects. However, ethical dilemmas such as knowledge bias, privacy, and erosion of critical thinking must be navigated. The study outcome aligns with United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 4 (advocating for quality education), and offers recommendations for responsible ChatGPT integration. Researchers, educators, and policymakers are urged to adopt ChatGPT judiciously, adhering to ethical guidelines to maximize its benefits while mitigating potential drawbacks in the Nigerian educational landscape.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Research
  topic: keywords
subject: ChatGPT
  topic: keywords
subject: Ethics
  topic: keywords
subject: Universities
  topic: keywords
subject: Nigeria
  topic: keywords
creator: Taofeek A. Suleman
creator: Oluwaseun P. Okimiji
creator: Taiwo K. Atoro
creator: Jacob E. Adejo
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 LASU Journal of Environmental Sciences https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
date: 2025-08-22
publication date: 2025-08-22
starting page: 338
ending page: 363
doi: 10.5281/

Assessment of Environmental and Sociocultural Determinants of Malaria Incidence at Household Level in Bade Local Area, Yobe State Nigeria
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description: Malaria is one of the most serious health challenges, causing illness and deaths, especially in sub-Saharan Africa. The study investigated the effects of environmental and sociocultural factors on malaria incidence at the household level. Data for the study were derived from a questionnaire survey in which 385 household heads participated.Physical environmental variables (distance to mosquito breeding sites and vegetation cover) and built environmental variables (condition of sewers, distance to garbage dumpsites, type of house, availability and condition of water storage containers in the house, type of plant cover within residential houses, and type of animal kept in residential compounds) were analysed to determine their effects on malaria incidence using multiple linear regression.The results showed that out of 22 variables, only seven—distance from house to water bodies, distance to farmland, distance to shrubland, distance to dumpsite, present condition of walls, present condition of roofs, and outdoor sleeping—were significantly associated with the history of malaria in the household (p < 0.05). The variables jointly accounted for 76.4% of malaria incidence in the area.The study indicated that several physical and social environmental factors, such as distance to water bodies (β = 0.046, p = 0.043), distance to vegetated lands (β = 0.118, p = 0.013), condition of walls and roofs of dwelling units (β = 0.157, p = 0.022), and outdoor sleeping behaviour (β = 0.771, p = 0.018), favoured malaria incidence in households. These identified risk factors should be integrated into developing effective malaria control strategies in the area.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Environmental factors
  topic: keywords
subject: Malaria
  topic: keywords
subject: Multiple linear regression
  topic: keywords
subject: Yobe State
  topic: keywords
creator: Haruna G. Usur
creator: Ismaila I. Yakudima
creator: Shehu I. Kura
creator: Ishaq A. Abdulkarim
creator: Nura A. Yaro
creator: M. Adamu
creator: Bello U. Musa
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 LASU Journal of Environmental Sciences https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
date: 2025-08-22
publication date: 2025-08-22
starting page: 316
ending page: 337
doi: 10.5281/

Factors Influencing Off-Plan Real Estate Investment in the Lekki-Ajah Axis of Lagos State
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description: This paper aims to investigate those factors influencing off-plan real estate investment strategy with a view to proffering solutions to the hindrances of the strategy. Structured questionnaires were used to obtain expert opinions on the questions raised in the study. Opinionated data were analysed using frequency, mean, standard deviation, and relative importance index. Analysis was achieved with the aid of Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS), version 20.0. The analysis’ outcome revealed that several factors are driving and hindering off-plan real estate sales. The study revealed that options to spread payments (0.88), purchasing at a lower price than finished properties (0.87), the benefit of selling at a higher price upon delivery (0.80), and the chance to select units before or during construction (0.79) were significant drivers of off-plan real estate investment. In contrast, the hindering factors were delays in delivery (0.86), potential loss of invested funds due to unscrupulous developer actions (0.83), loss of capital growth if a refund occurs (0.81), investment loss in the case of construction collapse (0.80), and abandonment of the project by the developer (0.79). The study recommends the following: developers should divide their projects into proportions and only sell off-plan after completing the preceding proportion, use of independent project manager who represents, monitors, and reports to investors directly, a law regulating off-plan sales and investment, the provision of a ‘loss of deposit’ insurance cover to off-plan investors to ensure that their deposits are fully refunded in the case of the developer insolvency or negligence.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Development
  topic: keywords
subject: Investment
  topic: keywords
subject: Off-Plan
  topic: keywords
subject: Real Estate
  topic: keywords
creator: Obinna L. Umeh
creator: Ayomide I. Ojebode
creator: Al-Ameen A. Okonu
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 LASU Journal of Environmental Sciences https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
date: 2025-08-22
publication date: 2025-08-22
starting page: 295
ending page: 315
doi: 10.5281/

Access and utilisation of Primary Health Care facilities in Peri-Urban Communities of Ibeju-Lekki, Local Government Area of Lagos, Nigeria
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description: This study investigates the access to and utilisation of Primary Health Care (PHC) services in peri-urban communities of Ibeju-Lekki Local Government Area, Lagos State, Nigeria. PHC is vital in achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC), particularly in low and middle-income countries. The study adopted a survey design and collected data from 200 respondents using structured questionnaires supported by spatial mapping through ArcGIS. Descriptive statistics and the Relative Importance Index (RII) were used to analyse the data. Findings reveal high awareness (68.9%) and utilisation (93.4%) of PHC services among residents, particularly for child healthcare. 51.3% of respondents described PHC centres as very accessible, while 68.9% rated them as adequate. The most valued aspect of PHC service delivery was the friendliness of health workers (RII = 0.873), followed by effective child healthcare services and respectful treatment. However, long waiting times (RII = 0.510), distance from home (RII = 0.482), and high drug costs (RII = 0.476) were identified as key challenges. These results highlight the critical role of interpersonal care in promoting service uptake but also point to persistent access barriers. Addressing these challenges through investment in infrastructure, staff recruitment, and community outreach can enhance the performance of PHC, UHC, and the sustainable development goals.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Access
  topic: keywords
subject: adequacy
  topic: keywords
subject: peri-urban communities
  topic: keywords
subject: primary health care and service satisfaction
  topic: keywords
subject: utilisation
  topic: keywords
creator: Isaiah Sewanu Akoteyon
creator: Helen Abidemi Faturoti
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 LASU Journal of Environmental Sciences https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
date: 2025-08-22
publication date: 2025-08-22
starting page: 271
ending page: 294
doi: 10.5281/