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Public Infrastructure Provision in Bauchi Metropolis, Nigeria

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  • Ibrahim Idris

    (Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University)

  • Samirah Ibrahim Jibril

    (Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University)

  • Hadiza Tijjani Bello

    (Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University)

  • Muhammad Usman Adekunle

    (Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University)

Abstract

This study aims to assess the Public infrastructure provision in Bauchi Metropolis, Nigeria, to propose areas of improvement. The study adopted the use of a quantitative approach and data were collected through a questionnaire survey from 382 house head holds proportionate selected from the target population in Bauchi metropolis. The data collected were subjected to descriptive with mean ranking, frequency distribution. The study revealed that communication facilities were the most provided facility provision, followed by market facilities and water facilities provision. Solid waste disposal facilities and fire protection services were the least facilities provided in the study area. It recommended that public infrastructural facilities provided in the area should be based on the resident’s preference and need. JEL Classification: H54

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  • Ibrahim Idris & Samirah Ibrahim Jibril & Hadiza Tijjani Bello & Muhammad Usman Adekunle, 2020. "Public Infrastructure Provision in Bauchi Metropolis, Nigeria," Traektoriâ Nauki = Path of Science, Altezoro, s.r.o. & Dialog, vol. 6(9), pages 1001-1005, September.
    • Handle: RePEc:pos:journl:62-1
    DOI: 10.22178/pos.62-1
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    1. Torrisi, Gianpiero, 2009. "Public infrastructure: definition, classification and measurement issues," MPRA Paper 12990, University Library of Munich, Germany.
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    Keywords

    Infrastructure; Provision; Facilities; Services; Preference; Residents;
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    JEL classification:

    • H54 - Public Economics - - National Government Expenditures and Related Policies - - - Infrastructures

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