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Research Article DOI: 10.66884/kesj.2025.ffgv3ira

EFFECT OF VARYING FIBRE LENGTH ON THE PROPERTIES OF RECYCLED TYRE STEEL FIBRE CONCRETE

Ubong C. ESSIEN, Bassey E. EKANG, Nsikak W. ULAETO*

Purpose: Tyre waste is a global environmental challenge, with millions of tyres discarded annually. Efforts towards recycling waste tyres involve their breakdown to component materials for use in various aspects of industry. Recycled tyre steel bead wires are one of such components. This study assesses the effect of varying recycled tyre steel fibre (RTSF) lengths on workability, compressive stren...

Dec, 2025 pp. 192-207 51 views 15 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.66884/kesj.2025.rqm9ld6e

A STUDY OF BIM CAPABILITIES FOR QUANTITY SURVEYING PRACTICE IN NIGERIA

Jobin ISHAYA*, Joy A. ADEBAYO, Bareh Y. GALADIMA, Gumgaro Simon-Peter Buba, Elias IBRAHIM

Purpose: This study investigates the impact of Building Information Modelling (BIM)–based cost estimating software on quantity surveying (QS) practice in Nigeria. It aims to evaluate the level of awareness, usage, and efficiency of BIM in cost management, while also identifying barriers and recommending strategies for wider adoption in the Nigerian construction industry. Design/Methodology/approac...

Jul, 2025 pp. 193-217 117 views 40 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.66884/kesj.2026.697imamo

ASSESSMENT OF THE SOCIO-ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS OF INFORMAL RESIDENTIAL SETTLEMENT OF BOSSO RESIDENTS IN MINNA NIGER STATE

Kafilat J. OLANIYI*, Yetunde T. IBIFUNMILOLA, Sherifat O. ABDUWAHAB, Nwabunwanne C, CHIEZE

Purpose: The study evaluated the socio-economic characteristics of inhabitants of informal settlements in Bosso, Minna, Niger State. The study utilized a projected population of Bosso of 1,500 households and arrived at a sample size of 251 after applying the Kothari (2004) sample size model to obtain a representative sample for the study. Design/Methodology/Approach: The study employed a closed-en...

Jun, 2026 pp. 195-206 50 views 23 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.66884/kesj.2020.lk9jzzf6

SUITABLE BAMBOO STRIPS REINFORCEMENT RATIO FOR CONCRETE SLABS

J. M Kaura*, K. A. Abiodun, A. Lawan, U. Hassan

Steel is a non renewable and environmentally unsustainable construction material. The search ofrenewable and environmentally sustainable material for flexural reinforcement of concrete hadbeen the focus of many researchers. The use of Bamboo strip at flexural reinforcement for concreteslabs was considered in this paper. The effective performance of the Bamboos strips as tensionreinforcement in con...

Dec, 2020 pp. 196-204 41 views 18 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.66884/kesj.2020.51d87aj5

THE GRIT OF ARCHITECTURE STUDENT’S CHOICE OF INDUSTRIAL TRAINING PLACEMENT: A CASE STUDY OF BAYERO UNIVERSITY KANO

Ibrahim Abubakar Alkali*

Industrial work experience scheme is a practical based academic training that cannot beundermined. It is aimed at complementing the academic knowledge obtained in the classroom withreal-life experience. Architecture students go through intensive training in various industries thatranges from architectural firms, corporate organizations, construction companies, publicinstitutions among others. Litt...

Dec, 2020 pp. 205-209 43 views 13 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.66884/kesj.2026.r41oxhnn

EFFECT OF INFLATIONARY HEGDING ON RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY INVESTMENT IN ABUJA

Hadiza A. MUSA*, Maxewell A. KYON, Kafilat J. OLANIYI

Purpose: The study analysed the effect of inflationary hedging on residential property investment returns in selected market in Abuja. Design/methodology/approach: The study employed systematic random sampling for residential properties' transactions from registered estate surveyors and valuers' firms in the selected study areas (Kubwa, Gwarinpa and Lugbe) in Abuja. The study employed simple regre...

Jun, 2026 pp. 207-215 55 views 26 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.66884/kesj.2025.v10ch7dn

THE SIGNIFICANCE OF HOME GARDENS TOWARDS HEALTHY COMMUNITIES: A CASE STUDY OF ABUJA HOUSING ESTATE

Henry OJOBO*, Oluwagbemiga Paul AGBOOLA, Lukman M. LUKMAN

Purpose: Community workers, public health officials, and urban planners are increasingly concerned about the declining physical and mental health of urban residents. The purpose of this study is to examine the extent to which home gardening contributes to healthy and sustainable community development in Zenco Garden Estate, Abuja, Nigeria. Design/methodology/approach: To achieve this aim, a quanti...

Dec, 2025 pp. 209-228 58 views 26 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.66884/kesj.2021.8evdj3u9

SPATIAL DIFFERENTIATION IN SOURCING FACILITIES OF RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS IN AKURE, NIGERIA

Gabriel, Emmanuel*, Hosea .K. MANDE, Fasakin, Olubunmi Julius, Akande, Deborah Omoyemi

This study focuses on the spatial differentiation in sourcing of facilities in residential buildingsof Akure Township, Nigeria. The sample size of 1,326 respondents was distributed in theproportion of 665; 464; and 199 for the core, transition and peripheral zones respectively. Atotal of 955 representing 72.02% out of the total 1,326 questionnaires administered wereretrieved and used for analysis....

Dec, 2021 pp. 212-224 40 views 18 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.66884/kesj.2026.y1vev6i0

TOXICOLOGICAL RISKS AND FOOD SAFETY COMPLIANCE: PROTECTING PUBLIC HEALTH FROM HEAVY METAL CONTAMINATION IN THE OYO STATE VEGETABLE SUPPLY CHAIN

Gbenga Tosin Adedeji*, Taofik Olatunji Bankole, Ayodeji Bidemi Bakare, Bamidele Adegbola Alabi, Folakemi Helen Olagoke, Nafisat Olaitan Adebayo, Sarah D. ADEDEJI

Purpose: The consumption of vegetables, particularly leafy greens like Amaranthus hybridus (efo-tete), is a significant aspect of dietary habits in many regions, including Southwest, Nigeria. Meanwhile, the prevalence of environmental contaminants (mercury, cadmium, lead) in agricultural soils poses a serious health risk to consumers. Design/methodology/approach: To achieve this aim, evaluations w...

Jun, 2026 pp. 216-229 64 views 24 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.66884/kesj.2025.8v17i334

ASSESSMENT OF FACILITY MAINTENANCE MANAGEMENT IN BANKING INSTITUTIONS (A CASE STUDY OF HERITAGE BANK, IBADAN).

Adebare S. ABEGUNDE*, Igho FAYOMI, Babajide F. OGUNTOKUN

Purpose: Facility management has increasingly become a strategic function for commercial institutions in Nigeria, particularly in the banking sector, where service reliability and customer trust are paramount. However, many banks continue to operate with inadequate maintenance planning, overreliance on reactive approaches, and limited integration of digital tools. This study aims to examine the fa...

Jul, 2025 pp. 218-234 46 views 17 downloads