http://irepo.futminna.edu.ng:8080/jspui/handle/123456789/48 Estate Management & Valuation Fri, 19 Jun 2026 06:31:15 GMT 2026-06-19T06:31:15Z http://irepo.futminna.edu.ng:8080/jspui/handle/123456789/31138 Title: Barriers in achieving quality valuations: the New Zealand perspective Authors: Amidu, Abdul-Rasheed; Levy, Deborah; Bolomope, Muhammed; Liman, Hassan Shuaibu Abstract: Purpose To inform ways of improving valuation quality, this study seeks to understand the lived experiences of practising valuers regarding the challenges of conducting quality valuations. Design/methodology/approach This study adopts a qualitative strategy involving 19 semi-structured interviews with valuers in New Zealand. The interview data were analysed using progressive comparative analysis and the constant comparative method, which yielded comprehensive and well-founded conclusions. Findings The data analysis revealed several challenges that hinder the improvement and maintenance of valuation quality. These challenges were categorised into nine key areas, covering a wide range of issues, including a wide scope of practice, lack of experienced valuers, inappropriate use of graduate valuers, stakeholder expectations, access to relevant information, differing approaches, valuer attitudes and dissatisfaction with compensation. Practical implications The findings of this study have the potential to inform the valuation profession and other stakeholders about the challenges that practising valuers face in conducting quality valuations, which can ultimately lead to improvements in the valuation process. Originality/value This study contributes to the valuation literature, by highlighting the lived experiences of valuers in terms of the potential and challenges pertaining to valuation quality improvement. This has been an area that has received limited attention in the past, and an understanding of these issues has the potential to approach valuation quality in new and innovative ways. Wed, 01 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT http://irepo.futminna.edu.ng:8080/jspui/handle/123456789/31138 2025-01-01T00:00:00Z http://irepo.futminna.edu.ng:8080/jspui/handle/123456789/31137 Title: Adoption of digital technologies in valuation practice: a survey of valuers’ perspectives in New Zealand Authors: Amidu, Abdul-Rasheed; Levy, Deborah; Kasim, Iddrisu; Liman, Hassan Shuaibu Abstract: Purpose The adoption of digital technology among valuers globally remains low, limiting the profession’s ability to modernise and meet evolving market demands. The aim of this study is to investigate the factors influencing technology adoption among valuers in New Zealand. Design/methodology/approach Guided by existing literature and established technology acceptance theories, this study developed a survey instrument that was distributed to registered valuers in New Zealand. Responses from 131 participants were analysed using descriptive statistics and logistic regression. Findings The results reveal that a significant majority of valuers (60.3%) reported the non-adoption of digital technologies, indicating a substantial gap in the profession. The strongest driver of adoption was the valuers’ perception of opportunities, such as improved efficiency, valuation quality and professional transformation, with each unit increase in opportunity perception associated with a more than fourfold increase in adoption likelihood (AOR = 4.58, p = 0.001). While concerns about accuracy and data protection were common, their influence was weaker when opportunity perception was considered. Mid-career valuers (5–10 years of experience) showed lower adoption rates in unadjusted models, although this effect was not significant after controlling for other factors. Educational attainment showed some association, with master’s degree holders more likely to adopt, but this was limited by the sample size. Practical implications Efforts to increase adoption should focus on enhancing valuers’ understanding of the benefits of digital technologies through targeted communication, peer-led training and case-based demonstrations. Regulatory bodies should support this transition by addressing data protection concerns and promoting clear guidelines. Originality/value This study contributes novel insights into the underexplored area of technology adoption in New Zealand’s valuation profession. It highlights the primacy of individual opportunity perception over demographic or organisational factors and offers a foundation for future research and policy development. Thu, 01 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT http://irepo.futminna.edu.ng:8080/jspui/handle/123456789/31137 2026-01-01T00:00:00Z http://irepo.futminna.edu.ng:8080/jspui/handle/123456789/31136 Title: Post-millennial Urbanisation Dynamics of the Traditional Inner City Core of Ibadan Authors: Adeleye, Bamiji Michael; Magidimisha-Chipungu, Hangwelani Hope; Chipungu, Lovemore; Ohadugha, Chukwudi Bernhard; Liman, Hassan Shuaibu; Popoola, yobami Abayomi Abstract: The rate of urbanisation has been fast-tracked by post-millennial occurrences within traditional cities. In understanding urbanisation trends in cities in Africa, such as Ibadan, limited evidence and study have documented the post-millennial changes in the organic and traditional inner city landscapes. Despite the unplanned and uncoordinated urbanisation that is characterised by the influx of people into the inner city core of Ibadan, knowledge in respect of the spatial growth of the inner city local government areas (LGAs) is lacking. The aim of this study was to analyse the form, trends and intensity of urban expansion in the traditional inner city core of Ibadan between the years 2000 and 2020. To attain the aim of this study, three sets of satellite imageries (the Enhanced Thematic Mapper for 2000 and the operational Land Imagers for 2013 and 2020) were subjected to a maximum likelihood supervised classification. The study revealed that four types of urban expansion intensity (highly rapid, rapid, moderate, and very low) were identified as the areas of expansion in the built-up environment −from 6603.12ha to 10287.54ha. The study also revealed that for the period, 2000- 2013, all the local government areas within the core of Ibadan experienced edge expansion, while leapfrogging was identified in two) local government areas, namely, Ibadan North andIbadan Northeast, and edge expansion in three, namely, Ibadan Southwest, Ibadan Southeast, and Ibadan Northeast for the period, 2013 - 2020. The study further revealed varying urbandensification areas within the local government areas in the core of Ibadan, where the urban intensity and expansion types were being influenced by the urban densities recorded in each local government area in the Ibadan core. This study concluded that swift urban planning is required to address the urban sprawl at the edge of each of the inner city LGAs of Ibadan. Tue, 01 Jul 2025 00:00:00 GMT http://irepo.futminna.edu.ng:8080/jspui/handle/123456789/31136 2025-07-01T00:00:00Z http://irepo.futminna.edu.ng:8080/jspui/handle/123456789/31094 Title: Residents’ Satisfaction with Solid Waste Management Services in Abuja Municipal Area Council, Nigeria: Evidence from the Garki District Authors: Abdulkareem, Sekinat Abstract: Resident dissatisfaction with Solid Waste Management (SWM) services remains a critical urban governance challenge in developing countries, where collection systems are overstretched, open dumping is prevalent, and institutional responsiveness is weak. This study assessed residents' satisfaction with SWM services in the Garki district of Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC), Nigeria, with the aim of identifying key factors influencing satisfaction and proposing evidence-based improvements. A quantitative survey design was employed, and structured Likert scale questionnaires were administered to 360 household heads selected through a multi-stage sampling approach across seven Garki sub-areas. Data were analysed using descriptive statistics (mean ranking and standard deviation) and exploratory factor analysis (Principal Component Analysis). Results revealed that waste receptacles and collection vehicles were the only service components rated as effective, while collection frequency, geographical coverage, site sanitation, and schedule predictability were only partially or moderately available. Residents expressed satisfaction with collection frequency (mean = 3.588) and punctuality (mean = 3.559) but registered low satisfaction with odor and pest control (mean = 2.433), complaint responsiveness (mean = 2.103), and public awareness campaigns (mean = 2.063). Factor analysis extracted two principal components explaining 85.80% of total variance: Component 1 (72.05%) captured systemic service performance dimensions, while Component 2 (13.75%) reflected operational and environmental hygiene concerns. The study concludes that AMAC's SWM system is operationally functional but structurally inadequate, with critical gaps in environmental hygiene, communication, and citizen engagement. It recommends expanding infrastructure coverage, strengthening complaint-response mechanisms, and revitalising community education on waste management. Fri, 01 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT http://irepo.futminna.edu.ng:8080/jspui/handle/123456789/31094 2026-05-01T00:00:00Z