Effect of urbanization on housing provsion in urban centers in Enugu State Nigeria

Abstract

The study examined the effect of urbanization on housing provision in urban centres in Enugu State. The specific objectives are to ascertain the effect of urban spatial structure on housing quality in urban centres in Enugu State; and examine the housing implications on housing affordability in urban centres in Enugu State. The study adopted a descriptive survey design. The data collected were presented and analyzed using mean score and standard deviation, while the hypotheses were tested with t-test statistical analysis at 0.05 level of significance. The study revealed that urban spatial structure has a big impact on housing quality in urban centres in Enugu State (t-cal. of 4.672 > t-crit. of ±2.132). It was also discovered that the population pressure has negative effect on housing affordability in urban centres in Enugu State (t-cal. of 5.834 > t-crit. of ±2.132). It was concluded that in the urban areas of Enugu, there is a severe housing scarcity. The deficiencies are extensive, and there is a quantitative and qualitative shortfall, but not insurmountable. The study proposed prompt comprehensive response to tackle the housing deficit both qualitatively and quantitatively by adopting a pro-poor housing development strategy through public-private partnership in light of these findings and conclusion. The study also recommended that the development of further estates should henceforth emphasize on low-income housing to create more houss affordable by the low income earners in Enugu urban.