EFFECTS OF ROAD EXPANSION ON HOUSING DEVELOPMENT IN ISALE-AKE AND OKE-ITOKU AREAS OF ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE
Elesin, Ganiy Olanrewaju; Olajide F. O. Salako and Elesin, Islamiat Folashade, Volume 7 Issue 1, 2025 Pages 57-70, Published: 2025-10-27
Abstract
This study investigates the impact of road expansion on housing development in Oke-Itoku and Isale-Ake areas of Abeokuta, Ogun State, Nigeria. Abeokuta, the capital city of Ogun state, experiences rapid urbanization, expansion of road networks which has significant implications for land use, property values, and urban growth. The study utilized both primary and secondary sources of data via the administration of questionnaires, and personal interview. Convenience sampling technique was used to administer 145 questionnaires in proportion of 81 and 64 questionnaires to Isale-Ake and Oke-Itoku residents respectively. Findings revealed that road expansion has led to an increase in housing demand and property values, contributes to displacement and socio-economic shifts, particularly in Oke-Itoku area of Abeokuta. In addition, discrepancies in planning regulation adherence were observed in the study area. It recommended that greater community engagement and compliance measures are needed to support sustainable urban growth. These insights provide valuable information for urban planners and policymakers in managing infrastructure development and housing policies in growing Nigerian cities. Also, this study contributes valuable insights into the interplay between road infrastructure and housing dynamics, offering recommendations for sustainable urban planning in rapidly growing Nigerian cities.