Volume 7, Issue 2 (September)

Articles in this Issue

9 articles
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Research Article DOI: 10.68128/jocrebe.2023.p9yaps2p

MODELLING THE EMPIRICAL RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN GREEN TECHNOLOGY PRINCIPLES AND SUSTAINABILITY OF INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT IN NIGERIA

Monday Otali*, Christian Fidelis Asuquo

Purpose: The global call for sustainability of construction projects in particular and the built environment in general demands that the construction professionals should have adequate knowledge of green technology and implement same in infrastructure development. The aim of the study was to establish the empirical relationship between green technology principles and sustainability of infrastructu...

Sep, 2023 pp. 1-13 15 views 3 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.68128/jocrebe.2023.bwxkxhx0

EFFECTS OF CHANGE ORDER ON PERFORMANCE OF BUILDING CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS

Femi Olabode Olasunkanmi*, Hammed Bolaji Lawal

Purpose - Changes tend to occur in some aspects of building construction projects with varying effects on performance indicators. The study, determines the effects of change order on building construction projects with the aim of boosting performance.  Design/methodology/approach – A quantitative design approach adopting descriptive and survey research methods was used in determining the effects o...

Sep, 2023 pp. 14-29 14 views 3 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.68128/jocrebe.2023.varsqh7c

PERFORMANCE EVALUATION OF LOWER BENUE RIVER BASIN AUTHORITY IN NASARAWA STATE

Jacob Atser*, Hassan Y. Tifwa, Abubakar Saidu

Purpose: Lower Benue River Basin Development Authority has been in existence for decades and has of recent attracted criticisms regarding it continued funding going by its seemingly weak performance. This study aims at evaluating the performance of Lower Benue River Basin Development Authority since inception using Nasarawa State as a case study.  Design/methodology/approach: The major data collec...

Sep, 2023 pp. 30-40 11 views 1 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.68128/jocrebe.2023.791bgde7

CREATIVITY THROUGH CONCEPT AND CONCEPTUAL ANALOGIES IN LANDMARK ARCHITECTURE

Utibe E. Akah*, Chidozie E. Duruji, Uchenna K. Unamba

Purpose: The study investigated the role of concepts and conceptual analogies in landmark architecture, with an emphasis on their potential to enhance creativity in architectural design.  Design/methodology/approach: A qualitative case study approach was employed to analyse three distinct student architectural projects: the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) Headquarters Building, the Unive...

Sep, 2023 pp. 41-50 14 views 4 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.68128/jocrebe.2023.segx7z8s

IMPLEMENTATION OF GREEN FINANCE AS A CATALYST FOR GREEN INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT IN NIGERIA

Monday Otali*, Chukwuemeka Monye

Purpose: The quest for environmental sustainability have become a global concern to every sector of life. The aim of study is to assess the level of commitment of financial institutions, and construction professionals towards green infrastructural development in Nigeria through green finance implementation.  Design/methodology/approach: A survey design approach was used in this study. A purposive ...

Sep, 2023 pp. 51-64 8 views 2 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.68128/jocrebe.2023.y4h9ijbu

EFFECT OF TENANTS’ BEHAVIOURS ON RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY RENTAL OBLIGATION COMPLIANCE IN AKURE, NIGERIA

Oluwasola Stephen Adebisi*, Nnaemeka B. Ezeokoli, Segun Precious Ayodeji

Purpose: Understanding the behavioural factors influencing tenants' adherence to lease agreements is crucial for landlords, property managers, and policymakers seeking to foster a positive and sustainable private rental sector. The aim of this study is to investigate and understand the impact of tenants' behaviour on their compliance with rental obligations in the private rented sector in the cons...

Sep, 2023 pp. 65-76 11 views 3 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.68128/jocrebe.2023.2aivb7er

AWARENESS AND UTILISATION OF COST OPTIMISATION STRATEGIES FOR ENHANCED DELIVERY OF BUILDING PROJECT PHASES IN SOUTH-SOUTH, NIGERIA

Jennifer Onoshoriamhe Asada*, Anthony Okwogume Ujene, Timothy O. Adewuyi

Purpose: Against the backdrop of increased cost failures and abandoned public building projects attributable to poor cost management in South-South Nigeria, this study aimed at providing an insight into the level of awareness and utilisation of cost optimization strategies at the planning, design, procurement and construction phases of building projects by construction professionals in the south-s...

Sep, 2023 pp. 77-88 14 views 2 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.68128/jocrebe.2023.sp2qoaww

DYNAMICS OF PROPERTY INVESTMENT VALUATION THEORY AND PRACTICE: RELEVANCE AND POSITION IN NIGERIA

Yusuf L. Gambo*, Esther M. Adamu

Purpose: The theory and practice of valuation is basically patterned after the UK practice and is evolving in Nigeria. The paper aims at examining the shift in property investment valuation theory and practice with a view to identifying the quality of valuation practice in the country.  Design/methodology/approach: Data were obtained through structured questionnaire administered to Estate Surveyin...

Sep, 2023 pp. 89-100 6 views
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Research Article DOI: 10.68128/jocrebe.2023.q6x7w4w6

BARRIERS AND FACILITATORS OF CAREER WOMEN’S PARTICIPATION IN SUSTAINABLE CONSTRUCTION DEVELOPMENTS IN SOUTH SOUTH, NIGERIA

Scholastica F. Ekanem*, Timothy O. Adewuyi, Ranti Taibat Adebiyi

Purpose: Unique attribute of professional women in construction industry remains untapped assets in sustainable construction developments (SCD). This study identified the critical barriers and facilitators of career women participation in SCD.  Design/methodology/approach: Data were collected from consulting and contracting firms in Akwa Ibom and Cross River States, in Nigeria through questionnair...

Sep, 2023 pp. 101-115 10 views 1 downloads
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