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Research Article DOI: 10.66884/kesj.2026.ia2q7mxp

ANALYSIS OF CONTRAINTS TO VALUATION ACCURACY FOR DIFFERENT PURPOSES IN LAGOS AND ABUJA, NIGERIA

Babatunde Wahab*, Ayodele A. IBUOYE, Adeogun Adekunle Sunday, Wasiu A. DUROSINMI

Accuracy of valuation exercise for various purposes has been universally emphasized in thiscurrent dispensation and as a matter of fact, it has been given a world-wide recognition by theWorld Bank, which encouraged the preparation of valuation list. The need to close the widergap between the market value and valuation figure necessitated this study. The study firstlyinvestigates inaccuracy and var...

Jun, 2026 pp. 1-16 47 views 17 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.66884/kesj.2026.x7ygcgic

ANALYSIS OF RESIDENTIAL RENTAL VALUES ACROSS NEIGHBORHOOD DENSITIES IN MINNA, NIGERIA

Sekinat ABDULKAREEM*, Deborah O. ALONGE

Purpose: The aim of this study is to investigate the rental value dynamics of residential properties across low, medium, and high-density neighbourhoods specifically Fadikpe, Tundun Fulani, and Bosso Estate, respectively in Minna, Nigeria, for the period 2013–2025. Design/methodology/approach: primary data were elicited from a sample of 226 tenants and 10 registered Estate Surveyors and Valuers wi...

May, 2026 pp. 12-27 47 views 18 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.66884/kesj.2026.cz411oej

SUSTAINABLE REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT DECISION MODEL: A REVIEW OF LITERATURE

Ayodele A. IBUOYE*, Oluwatosin B. Fateye

Nigerian property market has long battled with the question “why do real estate investments fail”. Therefore, this study probes into the theoretical concept of decision-making process adopts in developed economies for property investment. The primary aim is to develop a model that could provide support for real estate investment decision making in Nigeria contest. The study adopted content analyse...

May, 2026 pp. 128-135 46 views 23 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.66884/kesj.2026.mhvtg9b8

ASSESSMENT OF URBAN POULTRY FARMING AND THE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPLICATIONS IN KANO METROPOLIS, KANO STATE

Fatima H. IBRAHIM*, Joseph S. OLADIMEJI

Purpose: Urban poultry farming is a popular and lucrative enterprise undertaken by many households in Nigeria, but it poses environmental challenges when improperly managed. The aim of this paper is to assess the environmental implications of urban poultry farming in Nasarawa and Kumbotso Local Government Areas of Kano Metropolis and to identify strategies for promoting sustainable practices. Desi...

May, 2026 pp. 28-41 45 views 20 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 45 views 19 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.66884/kesj.2025.d5cxxw9y

AVAILABILITY AND UTILIZATION OF INDIGENOUS MATERIALS FOR SUSTAINABLE BUILDING CONSTRUCTION IN AKURE, ONDO STATE, NIGERIA

Rejoice D. MADAKI*, Kehinde T. ALADE, Isreal O. AROGE, Ayodeji E. OKE

Purpose: This study examined the availability and utilization of local material resources for sustainable building construction project in Akure, Ondo State, Nigeria. It analysed how locally sourced materials contribute to sustainable building construction practices by identifying commonly available material resources, evaluating their reliability, and comparing findings with global standards. Des...

Dec, 2025 pp. 147-159 45 views 16 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.66884/kesj.2026.jmcqj107

Socio-Economic Effects of Prolonged Road Construction on Business Performance, Urban Mobility, and Livelihoods in Sabon Tasha Community, Chikun Local Government Area, Kaduna State

SIMEON DOGO*, Ibrahim Musa Mohammed, Waziri Samuel

This study examined the socio-economic effects of prolonged road construction on business performance, urban mobility, and livelihoods in Sabon Tasha Community, Chikun Local Government Area, Kaduna State, Nigeria. The study focused on the effects of prolonged road construction on shop owners, private motorists, commercial drivers, motorcycle riders, and tricycle operators. A descriptive survey des...

Sep, 2026 pp. 40-54 44 views 38 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.66884/kesj.2025.zgtr4cod

GIS-BASED MAPPING OF UNDERGROUND FIBER OPTIC NETWORKS USING DIFFERENTIAL GPS: EVIDENCE FROM THE UNIVERSITY OF ILORIN CAMPUS

Oyedapo A. IPADEOLA*, Dahir M. OMAR, Abdulganiyu YUSUF, Hussein A. AHMADU, Gbemisola OLATUNDE, Ibrahim A. HANAFI, Ereadura F. ADENIYI

Purpose: Accurate mapping and management of underground fibre optic infrastructure are critical for ensuring network reliability, minimising service disruptions, and supporting sustainable infrastructure planning. This study aims to develop a high-precision geospatial framework for mapping underground fibre optic cable networks within the University of Ilorin campus using Differential Global Posit...

Dec, 2025 pp. 92-106 44 views 18 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.66884/kesj.2025.xrbblz6e

SMART CITY TECHNOLOGIES AND REAL ESTATE PRICINGS IN ABUJA, NIGERIA: A HEDONIC PRICING APPROACH

Jamiu K. SAKARIYAU, Oluwatunmise S. MORADEYO*, Taiwo Q. YUSUFF, Chunyi DIBI, Rasheed O. ALAO

Purpose: Limited empirical evidence exists on the effects of smart technologies on property values in African cities. This study investigates how smart city initiatives influence real estate development and property pricing in Abuja, Nigeria’s Federal Capital Territory, using a hedonic pricing regression model. Design/methodology/approach: To achieve this aim, using a hedonic pricing regression mo...

Dec, 2025 pp. 55-66 44 views 15 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.66884/kesj.2025.n9tbd567

UNDERLYING FACTORS OF HOUSING CHOICE AMONG ACADEMIC STAFF OF MOSHOOD ABIOLA POLYTECHNIC, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA

Ayodele A. IBUOYE*

Purpose: The study examined prominent determinants of housing choice of academic staff of tertiary institution in Nigeria. This was done with a view to providing information on critical factors that could influence the housing choice of the academic staff when thinking of their dwelling place. Methodology: The study administered 92 questionnaires to the academic staff of Moshood Abiola Polytechnic...

Dec, 2025 pp. 261-270 42 views 22 downloads