URBAN RENEWAL PROJECT: EKOSODIN

NAME: EBONG ABRAHAM ANIEKAN

MAT. NO.: ENV1905898

LEVEL: 400

COURSE CODE: ARC 403

COURSE: RURAL AND DEVELOPMENT PLANNING/ URBAN RENEWAL

TECHNIQUES

DATE: DECEMBER 2023

CRITIC: ARC. GLADNESS EZENOSE OBUCHI EKPU

 INTRODUCTION

URBAN RENEWAL is a program of land redevelopment often used to address urban decay in cities.Urban
renewal involves the clearing out of blighted areas in inner cities to clear out slums and create
opportunities for higher class housing, businesses, and other developments.
For the purpose of Education, I have been commissioned to carryout urban renewal for the community
village of Ekosodin.
Ekosodin is the chosen study area for this project. Ekosodin community is situated east of Isihor in Ovia
North-East Local Government Area (LGA) of Edo State. Ovia North-East LGA has its headquarters in
Okada town; it has an area of 2,301 square kilometres. It is located along the longitude 5o 451and 6o
151east and latitude 5o 15’’ and 6o 45’’ north of the central province of Edo state. Ekosodin community
has an estimated population of 7000 as estimated by 2006 census by National Population Commission.
This population was projected by 543.2% using geometric method to year 2022 to be 45,000 people.

METHODOLOGY

 SITE VISITATION AND SURVEY

 AERIAL PHOTOGRAPHY AND TOPOGRAPHICAL MAPS

The results of this site analysis will inform the development of recommendations for improving
the conditions of the buildings and the surrounding areas.
AIMS AND OBJECTIVES

 To survey the current conditions of the residential buildings within the designated site.

 To identify and evaluate the physical and functional attributes of the existing community
facilities, infrastructures, transportation network and their impact on surrounding areas.

 To identify opportunities for improving the overall conditions of the buildings and the
surrounding areas.

 To provide recommendations for improving the buildings and surrounding areas physical,
functional, and social attributes.

RESEARCH AND DATA BREAKDOWN

Below are tables showing research of persons met at the Ekosodin Community.
Fig. 1.: Based on Sex
Sex Male Female Total
Number of Respondents 100 75 175

Percentage 57.1 42.9 100

Fig. 2.: Based on Age
Age (Years) Below 18 18-25 26-35 36-45 Above 45 Total

Number of Respondents 25 45 60 40 5 175

Percentage 14.3 25.7 34.3 22.8 2.9 100

Fig. 3.: Based on Educational Status

Educational No Formal Primary Secondary Tertiary Adult Total
Status Education Education Education Education Education
Number of 3 10 15 145 2 175
Respondents
Percentage 1.7 5.7 8.6 82.9 1.1 100

Fig. 4.: Based on Occupational Status

Occupationa Civil Private Self Student Unemploye Farmer Trader Tota
l Status Servant Worker Employe s d s s l
s s d
Number of 30 25 30 75 3 2 10 175
Respondents
Percentage 17.1 14.3 17.1 42.9 1.7 1.2 5.7 100

Fig. 5.: Based on Salary Level

Salary Level Below N 10,000 - N 51,000 - N 101,000 - Above Total
N10,000 N 50,000 N 100,000 N 500,000 N500,000
Number of 25 75 50 15 10 175
Respondent
s
Percentage 14.3 42.9 28.6 8.6 5.7 100

Fig. 6.: Based on Refuse/Waste Disposal

Refuse/Waste Open Burning Throwing Others Total
Disposal Dumpsite
Number of 90 40 30 15 175
Respondents
 Percentage 51.4 22.9 17.1 8.6 100

LAND USE ANALYSIS

The Study Area contains a broad mix of land uses. The land use analysis of Ekosodin village in Benin City,
Nigeria, examines the different types of land uses within the neighbourhood and their distribution,which
includes residential, commercial, mixed-use and public land uses.
RESIDENTIAL LAND USE IN EKOSODIN

Ekosodin has undergone a significant transformation in recent decades. Its residential land use has
evolved considerably due to various factors. Here's the results of my studies and survey: The
establishment of the University of Benin brought a significant influx of students seeking accommodation.
This led to a shift in land use from predominantly agricultural to primarily residential and commercial.
Current Residential Land Use Characteristics:

Dominance of Residential Houses: Approximately 90% of houses in the village are used for residential
purposes, with some incorporating commercial activities (mixed use).

Student Accommodation: A large portion of the residential land caters to student housing, ranging from
single rooms to hostels.

Varying Housing Types: Housing types include traditional mud houses, modern apartments, and single-
family homes. The type of housing depends on affordability and individual preferences.

Limited Zoning Regulations: Lack of strict zoning regulations led to mixed residential and commercial
land use, particularly in areas near the university.

Pictures of the residential land use.

COMMERCIAL LAND USE IN EKOSODIN
These facilities consist of ; small businesses, retail shops, restaurants, bars and night clubs. These
facilities are distributed along all major roads in ekosodin (boundary road, edo street, newton street and
market road) and distribution gets concentrated towards school. Most of the shops are container
constructions which provide opportunities for relocation.

Pictures of commercial landuse

INFRASTRUCTURES

The infrastructure in Ekosodin village is basic, but it is adequate for the needs of the villagers.The village
has a number of dirt roads that are passable by car during the dry season. However, the roads become
impassable during the rainy season. There is no electricity in the village, so villagers rely on generators
for power. There is also no running water in the village, so villagers must collect water from wells and
boreholes. The village has a small primary school, a secondary school and a health clinic. However, the
school is only open for a few months each year and the clinic is often understaffed. There are no major
hospitals in the village. Despite the lack of infrastructure, Ekosodin village is a close-knit community
where people help each other out. The villagers are proud of their way of life and they are working to
improve their infrastructure.

CONCLUSION
This land use analysis provides essential information for urban renewal efforts in Ekosodin. It would help
identify areas where different types of land uses can be better integrated and where improvements to
the built environment are made to enhance residents' quality of life. For example, increasing the
availability of open space, improving access to commercial areas, and addressing housing shortages can
help to create a more livable and sustainable community. Based on the information available, Ekosodin
is a residential neighbourhood with commercial, mixed land and public land uses.