POST-COVID-19: ENHANCING THE RESILIENCE OF NIGERIAN CITIES TO PANDEMICS THROUGH LANDUSE PLANNING
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2024-08
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AAUA Journal of Environmental Design and Management
Abstract
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.