Assessment of residents’ satisfaction with housing unit features in private housing estates in Enugu Metropolis, Nigeria

Abstract

Nigeria is among the top three countries with the largest electricity deficits in the world, paradoxically, Nigeria has become legendary for fits and starts in domestic electric power supply to homes of her citizens. Community, state and national interventions had little impact. This study looks at citizen initiatives to attain domestic energy security in Ado-Ekiti Nigeria- a medium sized state capital (Ekiti state). The study adopted a mixed method that combines quantitative and qualitative approaches. The study specifically investigated the socio-economic characteristics of the residents (age, family size, educational status and monthly income), sources of modern domestic electric power supply, including cleaner electric energy strategies. It is an empirical research that used simple random sampling to select 1029 cases from a frame of 30,195, who supplied information through the questionnaire instrument. The research methods include comparative analysis, indepth fieldwork, observation, interviews, collation and information derived from research institutes. Research findings showed a variety of sources utilized by residents to meet their energy needs. Among the rich, the use of solar panels to argument public power supply was common. The middle class combined generators with public supply. The poor were content to use candles and kerosene lamps when public supply failed. Energy reform, directed at nationalization, adequate funding of the grid and decentralization, innovation in energy technology, such as solar power were recommended to improve the energy sector of the state and lessen hardship for the citizens.

A quantitative approach to investigate factors contributing to social housing occupants’ challenges in the semi-arid climate of Nigeria

“…In addition to POE, Adegoke and Adegoke (2013), Umeora (2018), Chinedu and Oladejo (2019) and Klumbytea et al (2020) avowed the possibility of minimizing occupants' challenges in social housing by putting in place appropriate strategic and operational FM framework in the management of the social housing. In support, Adewunmi et al (2009), Atkin and Bildsten (2017), Koleoso et al (2017) and Tannor et al (2021) maintained that implementing FM practices improves service delivery, facility standards, occupants' satisfaction, ensuring safety of occupants and extend the economic lives of the buildings.…”

Sourcing approach for facilities management services in social housing within the semi-arid climate of Nigeria

“…Conversely, the recognized contributions of FM have prompted its introduction into various sectors in developing countries, including Nigeria (Adewunmi et al , 2009). Despite its implementation in Nigeria and adoption in the social housing sector (Joseph et al , 2021), occupants in numerous regions, particularly those in semi-arid climates, grapple with substandard structural conditions, decorative disrepair, absence of basic infrastructural facilities and insufficient provision of necessary FM services (Ezeigwe, 2015; Olotuah, 2016; Amakon and Ekeocha, 2017; Umeora, 2018; Joseph et al , 2021). Mari et al (2014) note that this deficiency stems from limitations within social housing administration and reliance on specific FM sourcing approaches, such as the in-house approach, for service delivery.…”

Quality Assessment of Residential Complexes Standards of Satisfaction in Basra City of Iraq

“…A residence should provide adequate physical infrastructure and social amenity services in planned, decent, safe, and hygienic neighborhoods to meet the essential and unique needs of the population [1]. Housing is a basic human requirement, regardless of socio-economic status, as it forms the foundation of family life [2]. It is vital for survival, protecting individuals against harsh weather conditions and other external factors [3].…”