Urban Development of a City in Niger Delta Region of Nigeria Chinyere Emmanuel Igwe Walden University
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Walden University College of Social and Behavioral Sciences This is to certify that the doctoral dissertation by Chinyere Emmanuel Igwe has been found to be complete and satisfactory in all respects, and that any and all revisions required by the review committee have been made. Review Committee Dr. Marcel Kitissou, Committee Chairperson, Public Policy and Administration Faculty Dr. Susan Baer, Committee Member, Public Policy and Administration Faculty Dr. Slobodan Pesic, University Reviewer, Public Policy and Administration Faculty The Office of the Provost Walden University 2019 Abstract Urban Development of a City in Niger Delta Region of Nigeria by Chinyere Emmanuel Igwe MBA, Rivers State University, 2009 BL, Nigeria Law School, Bwari-Abuja, 2007 LL.B, University of Calabar, 2006 B.Sc, University of Port Harcourt, 1997 Dissertation Submitted in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Degree of Doctor of Philosophy Public Policy and Administration Walden University August 2019 Abstract The issue of indiscriminate urban expansion is not uncommon in Africa. It has created haphazard, unplanned, and unapproved development that negatively affected urban planning for cities in the Niger Delta Region in Nigeria. Using Stone’s urban regime theory, the purpose of this phenomenological study was to explore from the perspective of developers, associations, and government agencies (referred to as stakeholders), the roots causes of indiscriminate urban development and their activities in the process in the Niger Delta Region. Data were collected through semi structured telephone interviews with 10 participants who had at least 5 years experience working in public and private organizations in the urban setting. Interviews were transcribed, coded, and analyzed using Braun and Clarke’s procedure for thematic analysis. Findings included six themes of limited knowledge, passive role, recognition of experiencing the problem, contributing to the problem, weakness of regulatory framework, and lack of synergy in the process. The principal theme was limited knowledge of the roles and obligations of participants which impede participation in the planning process. The recommendations, if implemented, may result in positive changes and bring many benefits to city residents such as better housing and traffic systems, adequate sanitation and improved access to public services. To do so, government agencies in the urban sector should engage the stakeholders to create synergy. Following these recommendations may help resolve the issue of indiscriminate urban expansion, promote effective planning and management, and ensure good governance and sustainable development in the urban setting. Urban Development of a City in Niger Delta Region of Nigeria by Chinyere Emmanuel Igwe MBA, Rivers State University, 2009 BL, Nigeria Law School, Bwari-Abuja, 2007 LL.B, University of Calabar, 2006 B.Sc, University of Port Harcourt, 1997 Dissertation Submitted in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Degree of Doctor of Philosophy Public Policy and Administration Walden University August 2019 Dedication I dedicate this work to memory of my late grand-mother Martha Ndukwuru Igwe whose deterministic and courageous disposition was the foundation for my life journey. To my wife, Darlyn, and children, Giada and Austin, you were by my side and, in some instances, forgo some essential needs to enable me to stay focused on this academic journey. I trust that it has inspired you all; remembering that there is nothing too difficult to achieve with determination. Thank you for the love, support, and encouragement you all demonstrated during the challenging times of this journey. Acknowledgments I thank God for making it possible for me to complete this dissertation. I would like to express my deepest appreciation to my dissertation committee chairperson, Dr. Marcel Kitissou, committee member, Dr. Susan Baer and university research reviewer, Dr. Slobodan Pesic. Let me extend my thankfulness to the academic instructors and the teams that I passed through to acquire this certificate for their patience, assistance, support, and commitment to the Walden University philosophy to ensure positive social change. Let me thank Chief Nyesom Ezenwo Wike Governor of Rivers State, my leader Chief Rt. Hon. Austin Opara as well as all my friends, associates, well wishers, and family for their encouragement, support, and understanding. Finally, I thank my dear wonderful wife Darlyn, children Giada, and Austin for their understanding, support, encouragement, and endurance of my absence occasioned by the rigors of this academic work. Table of Contents List of Tables…………………………………………………………………….............iv Chapter 1: Introduction to the Study……………………………………………………..1 Background of the Study ...............................................................................................3 Statement of the Problem ..............................................................................................4 Purpose of the Study ......................................................................................................5 Research Questions ........................................................................................................6 Theoretical Foundation ..................................................................................................6 Operational Definitions ..................................................................................................9 Assumptions, Limitations,Scope, and Delimitations………………………………...12 Significance of the Study…………………………………………………….............12 Summary and Transition……………..………………………………………………14 Chapter 2: Review of Literature...………………………………………………….……15 Literature Search Strategy …………………………………………………………..16 Literature Review ………………………………………………………………… 18 Story of the city .......................................................................................................….18 Theoritical Framework ................................................................................................ 45 Summary and Conclusions………………………………………………………….77 Chapter 3: Research Method ..............................................................................................79 Research Design and Rationale ...................................................................................79 Role of the Researcher ...……………………………………………………………83 Methodology ................................................................................................................85 i Population Selection Logic ......................................................................................... 87 Instrumentation ........................................................................................................... 90 Procedures for Recruitment, and Data Collection…………………………………..93 Data Analysis Plan .......................................................................................................96 Issues of Trustworthiness………………………………………………………..…104 Credibility ........................................................................................................... 106 Transferability ..................................................................................................... 106 Conformability .................................................................................................... 107 Dependability…………………………………………………………………...107 Ethical Research........................................................................................................ 108 Summary and Transition ............................................................................................112 Chapter 4: Results ............................................................................................................113 Introduction…...……………………………………………………………………113 Restatement of the Purpose of the Study…………………………………………...113 Data Collection ..........................................................................................................114 Data Analysis……………………………………………………………………….116 Coding……………………………………………………………………………….117 Finding………..…………………………………………………………………….117 Theme ..................................................................................................................119 Evidence of Trustworthiness .................................................................................... 120 Results .......................................................................................................................123 Research Questions ....................................................................................................123 ii Summary ....................................................................................................................133