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ASSESSMENT OF PROVISION, ADEQUACY AND SPATIAL DISTRIBUTION OF GREEN INFRASTRUCTURE IN OSOGBO
(International Journal of Science and Academic Research, 2020-04-30) Atoyebi Olumuyiwa Sola
Green infrastructure play significant roles in the totality of peoples’ well being but its adequacy has become a source of concern especially in developing countries. This work examines the provision, adequacy and spatial distribution of available green infrastructure in Osogbo. Primary and secondary data were used, multistage sampling techniques was employed. (212) copies of questionnaire were retrieved and used. Descriptive and inferential statistics like mean, mode and standard deviation as well as ANOVA were used to analyze the data. It was discovered that government is the principal provider of the available green infrastructure in the study area, green infrastructure is not unevenly and equitably distributed and accessible, packs were also discovered to be the most common. The work recommended additional provision of green space through collaborative efforts, eco-friendly master plan, monitoring and maintenance of green infrastructure as well as environmental education for the residents.
CURTAILING CHILD STREETISM AS A STRATEGY OF SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT IN NIGERIAN CITIES
(Department of Urban and Regional Planning, The Polytechnic Ibadan, 2017) Adejare, Jacob Ayorinde
The twenty-first century presents a hostile face to many millions of children in many African countries. An increasing number of children are being forced to the streets as a result of poverty, physical and mental abuse, torture, rape, abandonment, domestic violence, unorganized physical environment, inadequate care, death of a parent (or both parents), need for income in the family, inability to continue school, housing challenges, insecurity and many more . It is in this view that this study attempts to device strategy for curtailing child streetism in Nigeria cities using Ibadan in Oyo State as a case study. The study relied mostly on Primary and secondary data. Data were obtained from 233 street children using systematic random sampling techniques representing 20% of the sample frame across the selected data delineated areas. The reasons why most children took to the streets are: Abandonment, homelessness, domestic violence, lack of food, presence of alms giver on the street among others. There is, therefore, the need to curb the menace of child streetism. This could be achieved through socio-economic restructuring programme such as poverty alleviation programme; Housing provision using cold alert approach; Planning./smart growth and management of open space in the cities; Security measures to curb street children involvement in crime; Public enlightenment/ education and enactment/enforcement of legislation against child streetism.
DYNAMICS OF SECURITY AND SOCIO-ECONOMIC CHALLENGES OF COVID-19 LOCKDOWN MEASURES IN NIGERIA
(2020) Adejare, Jacob Ayorinde
The menace, threat and adverse consequences of COVID-19 pandemic are glaring across the global landscape to the extent that every governments and people of different socio-economic background in both the global North and South are panicking in large magnitude. Importantly, the high contagious and quick fatality rate associated with the coronavirus has been its most worrisome and deadly aspect not only for the frontline health workers but all sundry; hence, the decision to impose series of lockdown measures to contain its rate of spread and fatality by governments. Based on the foregoing, this study examined the security and socio-economic challenges of COVID-19 lockdown measures in Nigeria with a view to abate the consequences. The study adopted a cross-sectional research design, while the online-electronic survey was used to administer 1671 copies of a questionnaire on residents using convenient sampling. Data collected were analysed descriptively and inferentially. Major findings established the existence of a strong relationship between COVID-19 lockdown measures and security cum socio-economic challenges in Nigeria; hence, the conclusion that the lockdown measure is a major setback to both the security situation and socioeconomic challenges being experienced by most residents whose means of sustenance were halted due to various lockdown restrictions measures imposed to containing the pandemic as crime and security breaches thrive with minimal support and absence of social security framework in place. The study recommended among others improvisation of national social security framework through the enactment of suitable laws and formulation of policy that would guarantee protection for all considering the high rate of risk and vulnerability that are associated with the lockdown measures occasioned by unexpected pandemic like COVID-19; and the need to re-energise safer city projects across the country in line with emerging security breaches induced by COVID-19 pandemic towards abating the socioeconomic consequences.
Effects of Road Expansion and Highway Development in South-West, Nigeria
(Department of Geography, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria., 2023) Atoyebi Olumuyiwa Sola
Environmental Sanitation Practices in Traditional Markets of sub-Saharan Africa
(JOURNAL OF APPLIED SCIENCES & ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT (JASEM), 2023-12) Atoyebi Olumuyiwa Sola
Environmental Sanitation is the principles and practice of effecting healthful and hygienic conditions in the environment to promote public health such as human excreta control, managing solid waste and wastewater, and pest and vector control. Hence, the objective of this work is to assess the environmental sanitation practices in Ondo Main Market in the City of Ondo, Ondo State, Nigeria using standard appropriate techniques by administering. 249 structured questionnaires out of which 228 were retrieved. The study found that majority (76.3%) of the market operators cover a distance of 100 meters and above for water supply. Others cover distances of 51 to 100 meters (18.0%), and few cover distances of less than 50metres (5.7%). On access to toilet facilities, while 85.1% of the traders travel 100 meters and above to use the toilets, 10.1% travel 50-100 meters, while 4.8% travel less than 50 meters to use the toilet. The study concluded that the environmental sanitation practice in Ondo Main Market is inadequate. The study recommends that the government and the management of the market should bring water supply and toilet facilities closer to the market to enhance its environmental sanitation. This study adds to existing knowledge by revealing the state of sanitation of Nigerian traditional markets using Ondo Main Market as a case study.
FACTORIZING RESIDENTS’ PERCEPTION AND UTILIZATION OF THE AVAILABLE GREEN INFRASTRUCTURE IN OSOGBO
(International Journal of Innovation Scientific Research and Review, 2020-05-07) Atoyebi Olumuyiwa Sola
This work examines the factors of green infrastructure perception and utilization in Osogbo, Southwestern Nigeria. Primary and secondary data were used. Multistage sampling technique was also employed; Osogbo residential area was stratified into core, intermediate and suburban zones, (6) political wards out of (24) were selected across the zones and streets were also identified and systematically selected with the aid of Google Earth. (212) copies of questionnaire were administered on the 10th house head; (10%) of the total number of households). Correlation analysis was used in examining the association among socioeconomic characteristics, spatial, personal/social and economic factors. Kendall (τ) and Pearson’s correlations (r) were used in analyzing the categorical and continuous data respectively. The work reveals shortage and uneven distribution of green infrastructure, classified the factors affecting residents’ perception and utilization of green infrastructure as socio-economic, spatial, personal/social, level of satisfaction derived and rapid urbanization. It recommends provision and equitable distribution of green infrastructure, design and sustainable enforcement of eco-friendly master plan, collaboration among all levels of government, private bodies as well as environmental education
Impact of Land Use Change on the Agrarian Land and Livelihood of Suburb Dwellers of Ilorin, Nigeria
(Direct Research Journal of Agriculture and Food Science, 2023-01) Asiyanbi Adedolapo Oloruntoba
Land-use change in Ilorin's suburb appears to be increasing at an unprecedented rate, altering the existing land-use pattern and transforming the livelihood of suburb dwellers as agricultural land in the suburb continues to decline. This land use change has varying effects on agriculture and the livelihoods of the residents. This study looks into the impact of land use change on agricultural land and the livelihoods of Ilorin's suburban dwellers. Ganmo and Eyenkorin were specifically chosen for the study due to their proximity to Ilorin and the intensity of land-use change they have witnessed over the years. The 366 questionnaires were distributed using a simple random sampling method. The study's findings revealed that agricultural land is being lost in the suburbs, with 86.1% of respondents losing their land due to urban-suburb migration and land-use change, affecting their livelihood. The regression analysis yielded R2 = 71.5%, indicating that land-use change has a significant impact on the livelihood of suburb dwellers. The study comes to the conclusion that increased urban-suburban migration, a disregard for suburban planning, and a lack of emphasis on agriculture is to blame for the majority of the issues caused by land-use change in the suburb. Therefore, the study suggests that all interested parties be involved in the administration and planning of land use in the suburb. This will stop urban sprawl toward the suburbs and protect agricultural land and endangered land uses.
Impact of Land Use Transformation on Environmental Quality in Nigerian Urban Suburbs. A Case Study of Eyenkorin and Ganmo, Kwara State
(FUOYE Planning Journal, 2023-12) Asiyanbi Adedolapo Oloruntoba
Land use transformation in the suburbs seems to be growing at a fast rate, this has become rampant in the Nigerian city suburbs over the years. Transforming the existing land use in the suburb, the transformation has an impact on environmental quality in the suburb which this research assessed. Two suburbs of Ilorin (Ganmo and Eyenkorin) were specifically selected as the case study. The growth of Ilorin over the years is unprecedented while Ganmo and Eyenkorin are the closest suburb with evidence of land use transformation. A simple random sampling method was used for questionnaire administration to 366 respondents. Likert scale rating was employed to examine the opinion of respondents on factors responsible for the lack of control of land use transformation and the impact of land use transformation on environmental quality in the suburb. The study revealed that four variables are accountable for the lack of control of land use transformation and political influence and corruption having the highest Resident Agreed Index of (RAI 4.44) while the findings on the impact on environmental quality revealed that uncontrolled land development has influence in six areas with haphazard physical growth having the highest RAI of 4.55. The study concludes that the lack of land use transformation control significantly contributes to poor environmental quality in the suburbs of Nigerian cities. Therefore, the study suggests that all stakeholders in land use management, especially the Town Planning Authority should be allowed to carry out their functions without the interference of political class for better environmental quality.
Incidence and Impact of Land Use Change on Physical Development in Ilorin Metropolis, Nigeria
(Journal of Contemporary Urbanology, 2020-08) Asiyanbi Adedolapo Oloruntoba
Land-use Conversion in cities of developing countries is growing at an unprecedented rate. This has continued to pose threats to physical development and residents’ livability. It is against this background that this research seeks to investigate the abnormalities associated with land-use conversion, in Ilorin metropolis. This is with the view of suggesting measures of controlling and guiding land-use conversion in Ilorin metropolis. The metropolis was stratified into three zones (Central Business District, the zone of transition and zone of residence). Google earth was used to capture the number of buildings in the three zones. A sample of 4.6% of buildings in each zone was determined using Tarro Yamane statistical formula. Purposive sampling method was used to administer 382 copies of questionnaires to landlords or older tenants of buildings where conversion has occurred. Likert scale rating was employed to examine the opinion of respondents on factors and the impact of the land use conversion on physical development. Analysis of variance (ANOVA) was used to test variation in the incidence of land-use change across the zones. The study revealed that mixed (49.5%) and commercial use (45.0%), was the dominant land use conversions in the study area. The major factor for land use conversion is a good location for trading (RAI 4.86) Most of these conversions are unauthorized and thus led to incompatible land use and uncontrolled development. The result of ANOVA (F= 9.653 and P= 0.000) indicated that there was a significant difference in the incidence of building conversion across the zones in the study area. The study, therefore, recommended that there should be adequate enforcement of the law on unauthorized building conversion, public orientation and environmental impact assessment (EIA) of building conversion is also recommended.
LANDSCAPE DESIGN AND CRIME PREVENTION MECHANISMS IN THE RESIDENTIAL AREAS OF IKEJA, NIGERIA
(FUOYE PLANNING JOURNAL, 2023-12) Atoyebi Olumuyiwa Sola
There have been several incidences of high-profile crime in public buildings leading to loss of precious lives and properties in Lagos, Nigeria. It is crucial to design buildings and layouts that closely fit the local context and wider design requirements, including social conditions, aesthetics, and development and construction constraints. This study is conducted to assess the relevance of landscape design in preventing crimes in selected housing estates in Ikeja by applying the principles of CPTED (Crime Prevention through Environmental Design) and their safety elements that are significant in designing an urban park and buildings. The research methodology adopted for the study was survey method. Purposive and simple random sampling techniques were used. The result of the findings reveals that 68% (34) of the respondents agreed that landscape design can aid in crime prevention in public buildings and parks. Majority (40%) of the respondents had witnessed Theft and pick pocketing in the study area. Furthermore, the result of the findings established that majority (66%) of the respondents include some of these mechanism at the inception of the building design. i.e. they were part of the original design while 28.57% said that they were retrofitted to meet security challenges. The paper concluded that the facilities and users were not adequately secured against serious criminal actions involving use of light arms, improvised explosive devices or bomb laden vehicles. It is therefore recommended that upgrading of the existing facilities is needed and use of relevant crime prevention mechanisms that can impact on terrorism and general crime prevention through proper collaboration among professional stakeholders.
Packing Characteristics and Facilities in Nigeria Traditional Markets
(School of Environmental Studies, The Oke-Ogun Polytechnic, Saki, Oyo state, Nigeria, 2021) Adejare, Jacob Ayorinde
Parking has been a recurring and contentious issue for motorists and residents most especially in the central business district of cities in recent times, considering the accompanying frustrations, traffic flow disruptions and socio-economics constraints that follow unorganized parking in the cities. it is on this basis that this study appraised parking characteristics and facilities in Nigeria traditional market using Agbeni/Ogunpa market , Ibadan as a case study. Questionnaire administration was the main research instrument used to elicit relevant data from traders and buyers in the markets on parking facilities characteristics and habits in the market. The population of the study is selected from Ibadan metropolitan area on the assumption that almost every residents in the city do visit Agbeni/Ogunpa market for trading transactions and based on this fact that the market is almost within the range of Dugbe which is the central business district of Ibadan. Notably, 232 respondents were randomly selected for the study. The results found that respondent do visit the market at different times; motor/taxi park is the most prominent with highest relatives index value of 3.5474; existence of organized car park (3.0991) while multi-storey and underground parking is relatively unknown to the respondents. Parkin is characterized in the study area by parking at unauthorized area(3.5948), blocking driveway (2.8664), obstructing traffic (2.8060) and parking at intersection(2.7931) among others. Therefore, adequate security at existing parking facilities, enforcement of parking regulation, development of new parking facility, proper utilization of existing parking, parking enlightenment and improved walkway in the market are among the recommendations made to improve parking habits and facilities in the market.
Patronage Pattern and Accessibility of Healthcare Facilities in Urban Slums and Informal Settlements in Ibadan Metropolis
(Science Publishing Group, 2024) Adejare, Jacob Ayorinde
Slums and informal settlements are residential areas physically and socially disintegrated. In spite of this, inadequate health-related data on slum areas and informal settlements has led to inappropriate and unrealistic allocation of healthcare resources by the public and private health providers. This study investigates the patronage pattern and accessibility of healthcare facilities to residents of urban slums and Informal settlements in Ibadan Metropolis, a rapidly growing urban area in Nigeria facing challenges related to urbanization and healthcare infrastructure. Data were collected from both primary and secondary sources. Structured questionnaire was administered on 1,389 residents of the slummy neighbourhoods and informal settlements in Ibadan metropolis, and obtained data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Results revealed that out of 109 neighbourhoods, 42.1% were categorized as slummy neighbourhoods, 36.7% as slums/informal settlements, while 21.2% were informal settlement using slummy and informality conditions respectively. Results revealed that distance to health facility (β= -0.353, p<0.05), educational qualification (β=-0.063, p<0.05) and household size (β= -0.052, p<0.05) had an inverse relationship with patronage of health facilities, while age (β=0.086, p< 0.05) had a positive relationship. It was also revealed that access to PHC and dispensary/clinic in slummy neighbouhoods and slum/informal settlements is higher compared to informal settlements in the study area. The study therefore recommends implementation of slum improvement program for the slummy and slums/informal neighbourhoods, provision of additional healthcare facilities to be located especially in the slummy neighbourhoods and informal settlements to ensure equitable distribution.
POST-COVID-19: ENHANCING THE RESILIENCE OF NIGERIAN CITIES TO PANDEMICS THROUGH LANDUSE PLANNING
(AAUA Journal of Environmental Design and Management, 2024-08) Atoyebi Olumuyiwa Sola
The COVID-19 pandemic has exposed significant vulnerabilities in urban systems worldwide, demanding a paradigm shift in urban planning and design. In the Nigerian context, where urbanization is rapidly expanding, enhancing the resilience of cities to pandemics has become an urgent priority. It is against this background that this paper utilizes a systemic review approach to explore the role of landuse planning in bolstering the resilience of Nigerian cities against future pandemics. It particularly questions the vulnerability of Nigerian cities - identifying why, how, and extent. It examines the challenges faced by Nigerian cities during the COVID-19 crisis, identifies key strategies for resilient landuse planning, and highlights the potential benefits and opportunities associated with proactive planning interventions. The article concludes by emphasizing the need for collaborative efforts among stakeholders to ensure sustainable and resilient Nigerian cities post-COVID-19. The paper offers insights and recommendations to policymakers, urban planners, and other stakeholders engaged in urban development in Nigeria by identifying crucial strategies and best practices.
Residents Appraisal of Infrastructural Facilities Provisions in Saki Township
(2016) Adejare, Jacob Ayorinde
The study appraise infrastructure provisions in Saki Township with a view to improving the socio-economic activities and life of residents in the town. The Township was stratified into five district comprising Ajegunle/Komi, Apinninte/Otun, Irewole, Challenge/Gelu and Kolawole/Sango axis for the purpose of questionnaire administration and data collection. Primary source of data employed consisted of the administration of questionnaire to 176 randomly selected residents. with hypothetical thought that the period or residency of respondents in an area is (or is not) dependent on the provision and access to facilities, the correlation analysis output has a coefficient of 0.74, showing very strong positive relationship between period of residency and facilities in an area. The study revealed the extent of provision and maintenance of access roads, local streets, water and health facilities, among others, in the study area, while other infrastructure such as street light, borehole, deep-well, drainages, culvert, bridges, primary health care facility and traffic control light were deficient as some were either poorly equipped or not functional. The paper concluded that there is need for the upgrade of urban infrastructure in the town as well as making them more functional and accessible to residents in order to improve the socio-economic engagements, growth and spatial development in the town. The recommendation made include regular improvement of access roads and local streets, provision of waste disposal facilities and public toilet at strategic locations as well as routine maintenance of bridges/culvert to allow easy flow of rain runoff and involvement of Community Based Organization in the provision and maintenance of basic infrastructure. It is believed that these shall not only enhance the sustenance of infrastructure, but also prolong their lifespan towards attaining improved socio-economic activities in the town.
Residents’ assessment of affordability of government housing schemes in Ilorin, Nigeria
(TOPS FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING, 2017) Adejare, Jacob Ayorinde
Over the years, government at all levels in Nigeria have embraced several approaches towards addressing persistent housing problems in the country. Among such measures was the use of housing scheme towards improving quantitative and qualitative housing challenges in the country. Thus, this study examined access to government housing schemes in Nigeria using Adewole and Mandate Housing Estate in Ilorin, Kwara State as study area. 119 units of questionnaire were randomly administered to respondents from the selected schemes as research instrument. This was complimented with interview-guide used to elicit relevant data from officials of Ministry responsible for Housing in the study area. Frequency tables, charts and figures were descriptively used for the presentation the presentation of the results, while linear regression was inferentially employed for the hypothesis statement. The findings revealed that complex procedure (43.7%), bureaucratic procedure, (25.2%), un-affordability (24.4%), high price of acquisition (12.6%), price increment (3.4%), and land speculations were major constraints to the acquisition of government housing schemes. The result of the tested hypothesis showed a strong correlation coefficient of 0.785 (and R2 of 0.615) which attested to the notion that affordability is a function of socio-economic attributes of residents in the selected schemes. However, the study concludes that affordability of government housing schemes have been compromised especially for the low income, and by extension, the medium income groups in the society. The study recommended integration of socio-economic capabilities of the low income groups in the conception and allocation of government housing scheme in the future.
RESIDENTS’ ASSESSMENT OF IMPORTANCE ATTACHED TO THE GREEN INFRASTRUCTURE IN OSOGBO, NIGERIA
(A Journal of Faculty of Environmental Studies, University of Uyo, Uyo, JED, 2024-08) Atoyebi Olumuyiwa Sola
This study examined residents’ assessment of importance attached to the green infrastructure in Osogbo, Nigeria. Both primary and secondary data were used for this study. Information obtained from Google Earth and author’s field survey showed that there were 846, 715 and 563 buildings in the core, transition and suburban residential zones respectively. Systematic sampling technique was adopted in selecting one out of every 10 buildings (10%) on the selected streets thus every 10th building was selected. In all, a total number of 212 buildings were selected including 85, 72 and 56 in the core, transition and suburban zones respectively and this formed the sample size. Both descriptive and inferential statistics were utilized for the study. The findings revealed that most important green infrastructure in the three residential areas was home garden (GIII=4.46). Other green infrastructure in order of importance was parks, street trees, allotments, outdoor sport fields, urban forests and green corridors. The GIII for this green infrastructure were 4.44, 4.40, 4.09, 3.93; 3.99 and 3.96On the other hand, the six green infrastructure perceived to be the least in importance were public green space (GIII=3.39), rain gardens (GIII=3.53), blue roof (GIII=3.66), vertical greening (GIII=3.50), city square and plazas (GIII=3.49) and cemetery and religion yards (GIII=1.19). The study concluded that basic green infrastructure that are important for promoting public health and providing valuable ecosystem services to urban dwellers are not equitably distributed in the three residential areas of Osogbo.
RURAL-URBAN DICHOTOMY IN SEXUALITY AND REPRODUCTIVE BEHAVIOUR OF IN-SCHOOL AND OUT-OF-SCHOOL ADOLESCENTS IN SOUTHWEST NIGERIA
(FUOYE PLANNING JOURNAL (FJP), 2023-07) Atoyebi Olumuyiwa Sola
The period of adolescence is characterized with varying challenges ranging from social, psychological, emotional to physiological changes. Sexual behavior of adolescents has continued to become a concern across various societies. The thrust of this study examines variations in the sexuality and reproductive behavior of in-school and out-of-school adolescents living in rural and urban areas of Southwest Nigeria. Random sampling was used to sample three (3) States out of six (6) States in Southwest, which are Osun, Oyo and Ekiti. The sampled urban areas were Ilesa in Osun State, Ogbomoso in Oyo State and Ado-Ekiti in Ekiti State. Systematic sampling approach was used to select 1,150 in-school and out-of-school adolescents across the sampled three (3) urban areas. Total enumeration was used to sample 224 in-school and out-of-school adolescents across three rural areas Iwaraja, Baale-Oba, and Iroko in Osun, Oyo and Ekiti States respectively. Independent sample t-test was used to examine if variations in the sexuality and reproductive behaviour of adolescents in rural and urban areas are statistically significant. The test result shows that living in rural or urban area did not influence the number of times female adolescents were pregnant with p value of 0.706. Similarly, further test reveals that mean difference in the age at first sex of urban in-school and out-of-school adolescents did not vary significantly with p value of 0.454. The study concluded that addressing illicit sexual behavior among adolescents would bring to barest varying social problems.
Socio-Economic Dimension of Sexuality and Reproductive Behaviour of Rural and Urban Adolescents in Southwest Nigeria
(Journal of contemporary Urbanology, 2020-03) Atoyebi Olumuyiwa Sola
Spatial Analysis of Residents’ Response to Fear of Crime in Osogbo, Osun State, Nigeria
(Mediterranean Journal of Social Sciences, 2021-03) Atoyebi Olumuyiwa Sola
The study investigated spatial pattern of residents' response to the fear of crime in Osogbo Local Government Area, Osun State, Nigeria. Primary data was collected by stratifying the Osogbo into three residential neighborhoods, namely; core, transition, and suburban areas. Systematic sampling was used in selecting 112 respondents across residential neighborhoods. The level of Crime Occurrence Index (LCOI) in the core area was 5.03 while 5.90 and 5.31 were indices for transition and suburban areas. The study recorded that religion, police patrol, lightning, membership/ support of vigilante and use of joint community responses were the commonly used strategy in responding to fear of crime while insurance scheme, burglary alarm system, closed-circuit television (CCTV), and surveillance camera were the least strategies used in responding to fear of crime in the study area. The study concludes that there is a significant difference in the responses of residents to fear of crime in the various residential neighborhoods
Spatial Pattern and Quality of Service in Healthcare Facilities in Urban Slums and Informal Settlements in Ibadan Metropolis, Nigeria
(FUOYE PLANNING JOURNAL, 2024) Adejare, Jacob Ayorinde
Healthcare accessibility and service quality in urban slums and informal settlements play a pivotal role in the well-being of residents and overall urban development. This study investigates spatial pattern and service quality of healthcare facilities in urban slums and Informal settlements in Ibadan Metropolis. Data were collected from both primary and secondary sources using structured questionnaire administered on the residents of the slummy neighbourhoods and informal settlements in Ibadan metropolis. A sample size of 1.0% based on probability proportion to size of the total housing units in the selected neighbourhoods, accounting for 1,389 housing units, was selected and household heads were identified for questionnaire administration using systematic sampling techniques and obtained data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Results revealed that in the 109 neighbourhoods, 42.1% were categorized as slummy neighbourhoods, 36.7% as slums/informal settlements, while 21.2% were informal settlement using slummy and informality conditions respectively. The results from respondents perception of the quality of healthcare service showed that there were significant variations in the level of satisfaction with healthcare facilities (p<0.05) across neighbourhoods types, the significant variations were observed in: Convenience (p= 0.000); Comfort (p=0.000); Safety (p=0.000); Reliability (p=0.000); Adequacy (p=0.021); and Efficiency (p=0.001); while Accessibility did not vary significantly with neighbourhood type (p=0.104).The study therefore, recommends improvement of slummy neighbourhoods and rehabilitation of slum/informal settlements through collaborative efforts among stakeholders, subsidized healthcare service delivery for slums and slums/informal settlements dweller and ensuring equitable distribution of healthcare facilities in the study area.

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