Studies on Effect of Culture on Residential Housing Satisfaction in Ikorodu Neighbourhoods of Lagos State, Nigeria

Abstract

Socio economic lives of inhabitants of core traditional neighbourhoods of Ikorodu during annual cultural festivals disapprove the statement that culture, and satisfaction of housing are incompatible. The core traditional neighbourhoods of Ikorodu despite their ardent believe in traditional rites continues to experience growth on daily basis. This paper therefore evaluates the effect of traditional cultures on housing satisfaction in Ikorodu neighbourhoods of Lagos State. The core traditional neighbourhoods have metamorphosed into the Central Business District (CBD) dominated by both commercial and residential properties. The study area was delineated into neighbourhoods of which the core traditional areas were selected for the study. Questionnaires were served on respondents that were randomly selected among the residents in the core traditional neighbourhoods. Researcher participated in many of the festivals where non-members of the sect could observe celebrations. Findings showed that during the period of annual festivals in the neighbourhoods, a very serious negative effect is experienced on Income Class of people, Gender freedom of movement, Occupation of Commercial properties, Movement of people and vehicles but, a mild or no negative effect was experienced on Religion and Age of residents.