http://irepo.futminna.edu.ng:8080/jspui/handle/123456789/82 SET Thu, 14 May 2026 17:29:26 GMT 2026-05-14T17:29:26Z http://irepo.futminna.edu.ng:8080/jspui/handle/123456789/31146 Title: Land Allocation Patterns and Gender Inclusiveness for Residential Property Development in North Central Nigeria Authors: Jemila, Usman; Nuhu, Mohammad Bashar; Sule, Abass Iyanda; Abdulkareem, Sekinat Abstract: Land allocation is a critical issue in residential property development, influencing economic empowerment, housing security, and overall well-being. In North Central Nigeria, access to land is shaped by a combination of statutory laws, customary practices, and socio-economic factors, which disproportionately favor men over women. This paper explores the gender inclusiveness in land allocation, focusing on the socio-cultural, economic, and legal barriers that hinder women’s access to land for residential development. Through an analysis of existing frameworks such as Nigeria's Land Use Act of 1978 and customary land tenure systems, the study identifies the key obstacles that limit women’s participation in property ownership. The primary objective of this paper is to develop a conceptual framework that explains these land allocation patterns and identifies strategies for promoting gender inclusiveness in land distribution. Drawing on recent research and policy developments, the study outlines potential legal reforms, socio-cultural changes, and economic interventions necessary to ensure that women have equitable access to land. The paper recommends that the Nigerian government, in collaboration with local authorities in North Central Nigeria, should reform land policies to ensure gender inclusiveness, such as introducing quotas for women in land allocation and the paper concludes that equitable land distribution is essential for women's economic empowerment and for achieving broader development goals in North Central Nigeria. Mon, 01 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT http://irepo.futminna.edu.ng:8080/jspui/handle/123456789/31146 2024-01-01T00:00:00Z http://irepo.futminna.edu.ng:8080/jspui/handle/123456789/31145 Title: Impact of Central Business District Attributes on Land Use and Value in Niger and Nasarawa States, Nigeria Authors: Gimba, FAROOQ Hassan; Ajayi, Micheal Tolulope; Abdulkareem, Sekinat; Adama, Jonathan Unekwu Abstract: The dynamics in central urban landscape is significantly stimulating land use and value in the adjourning residential neighbourhoods. However, identifying and extricating these geo-economic indices of the central districts which influences urban land use and value have been an unresolved challenge. This problem has made land use decision process shrouded with ineffectiveness, thereby undermining the impact that continues sprawling of economic activities has on residential property rental value within the fringe of central business districts. In this context, the study reviews literature relating to the subject of the study. This study examines the impact of central business district (CBD) attributes on land use and value in Karu and Suleja, urban centres in North-central Nigeria. The study employed conceptual framework approach to collect qualitative data via databases. The data collected were presented through a desktop review of concepts relating to the study. The findings reveal that characteristics such as extensive business services, peak land value intersection, high employment density, vertical building density, and concentrative traffic transfer significantly influence land use patterns and residential property values in fringe areas. Recommendations include strategic planning for commercial land use allocation to mitigate uncoordinated urban sprawl and harness residential property investment potentials. Mon, 01 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT http://irepo.futminna.edu.ng:8080/jspui/handle/123456789/31145 2024-01-01T00:00:00Z http://irepo.futminna.edu.ng:8080/jspui/handle/123456789/31144 Title: Examination of the effectiveness of facilities management system in tertiary institutions: A case study of the Federal University of Technology, Minna, Nigeria Authors: Gana, Emmanuel Babakuchi; Abdulkareem, Sekinat; Ahmed, Maimuna Larai Abstract: Facilities management is crucial in maintaining effective educational environments, particularly in tertiary institutions. This study evaluates the effectiveness of the Facilities Management system at the Federal University of Technology Minna, Nigeria, with a focus on identifying current practices and their impact on institutional performance. Utilizing a mixed-method approach, data were collected through questionnaires distributed to 110 Facilities management personnel, yielding a 60% response rate. The study assessed various Facility Management system, including reactive, reliability-centred, predictive, preventive, corrective, and proactive/planned systems. Results indicate a predominance of a reactive approach, with a mean score of 3.95, while proactive and planned approaches scored the lowest. The findings reveal that, despite a well-qualified and experienced Facilities Management staff, the institution's facilities management remains largely reactive and underutilizes proactive system. This study underscores the need for Nigerian tertiary institutions, including Federal University of Technology Minna, to adopt more proactive and strategic Facilities Management practices to enhance the effectiveness and sustainability of their facilities management systems. The implications of these findings suggest that addressing challenges such as inadequate funding and outdated infrastructure is essential for improving Facilities Management practices in Nigerian educational institutions. Mon, 01 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT http://irepo.futminna.edu.ng:8080/jspui/handle/123456789/31144 2024-01-01T00:00:00Z http://irepo.futminna.edu.ng:8080/jspui/handle/123456789/31143 Title: The Influence of fluctuations in the cost of building materials on residential property development in Minna Authors: Yabagi, Muhammed Bello; Abdulkareem, Sekinat Abstract: This study investigates the Influence of fluctuations in the cost of building materials on residential property development in Minna. Data were collected from 242 individuals belonging to building material sellers association and civil servantsfrom: Niger State Housing Cooperation, Niger State Ministry for Works and Infrastructural Development, Niger State Urban and Rural Development and Contractors with professionalism in property development and construction. The study comprehensively analyses historical data on annual average prices of various building materials and the construction costs of different types of residential properties which include one-bedroom flats, two-bedroom flats, and three-bedroom flats for eight-year period from 2015 to 2022 in Minna. The study revealed a critical upward trends in rising costs of building materials and a general increase in the construction costs of the different types of residential properties over the study period, which can pose substantial challenges to residential property development in the study area. Based on the statistical analysis conducted using Pearson chi-square test, the study shows that there is a significant relationship between the building material cost and construction cost of residential property development. In light of these findings, it is imperative that industry stakeholders, including builders, developers, government bodies, and professionals, collaborate to devise and implement effective measures to mitigate the impact of rising building material costs on residential property development. These measures should include diversifying material choices, exploring cost-effective alternatives, implementing risk management strategies, promoting sustainable practices, and advocating for government support and policies to stabilize material prices. Furthermore, continued market research, education, and training are essential to ensure the long-term sustainability and growth of the construction industry in Minna, Niger State. Mon, 01 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT http://irepo.futminna.edu.ng:8080/jspui/handle/123456789/31143 2024-01-01T00:00:00Z