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Vol. 4 Issue 1 20 Mar 2025

Modular Construction and Prefabrication: Opportunities and Barriers for Adoption in Nigerian Housing Delivery

^1st Prof. B.M Manzuma, ^2nd Prof. M.M Garba, ^3rd I. Ibrahim

Modular construction and prefabrication technologies have demonstrated significant potential for accelerating housing delivery and reducing costs globally. This paper explores the opportunities and barriers for adoption of modular construction in Nigerian housing programmes. A systematic …

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Vol. 1 Issue 2 20 Sep 2022

Evaluation of Locally Sourced Construction Materials for Low-Cost Housing in Rural Kaduna State

^1st Prof. K. Bala, ^2nd Prof. D.W Dadu, ^3rd Prof. M. Mamman

Access to affordable and durable housing remains a critical challenge in rural Nigeria. This paper evaluates the mechanical properties and cost-effectiveness of locally sourced construction materials — including compressed earth blocks, bamboo composites, and laterite …

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