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THE PREVALENCE OF BUILDING COLLAPS E IN NIGERIA: ASSESSING THE CAUSES AND THE MITIGATING STRATEGIES FOR BUILDING SUSTAINABILITY

ABSTRACT

This study examines the increasing prevalence of building collapse in Nigeria, identifying its root causes and evaluating strategies for promoting building sustainability. Building failures have become alarmingly frequent, leading to significant loss of lives, economic setbacks, and public safety concerns. Through a review of relevant literature, case studies, and regulatory frameworks, the research highlights key contributing factors such as the use of substandard materials, poor workmanship, non-compliance with building codes, and weak institutional oversight. The study further explores effective mitigating strategies including stricter enforcement of construction regulations, engagement of qualified professionals, improved material quality control, and enhanced public awareness. It concluded that by implementing these mitigating strategies effectively, Nigeria can move toward a more resilient and sustainable construction industry, thereby ensuring safer built environments for its growing population. It also recommended that government agencies at federal, state, and local levels must enforce the Nigerian Building Code rigorously. All building plans should be properly vetted, approved, and continuously monitored during construction to ensure compliance with structural and safety standards.

KEYWORDS: Building Collapse, Nigeria, Causes, Mitigating Strategies, Building Sustainability

Tolulope Dorcas Mobolade-Solomon AND Iddo Sharon Binkam

KING-UK INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ACADEMIC ANTHOLOGY, UNITED STATES, VOL.9 NO.1