Uncontrolled urban growth around Dorayi area of Kano Metropolis: The planning and infrastructural development implications

Abstract

This study examines the planning and infrastructural implication of uncontrolled urban growth around Dorayi area of Kano metropolis. This growth led to the emergence of unplanned urban environment with absolute or virtual absence of basic infrastructural facilities and amenities. A total of 84 respondents were selected via a combination of purposive and snowballing sampling techniques. The major finding of the study is there is the dearth of basic infrastructure in the study area and where they exist (though inadequate) are provided through individual and collective efforts of community members. The study concludes by recommending ways to ensure orderly development of the study area in order to sustain and improve its serviceability and liveability