Go‑ahead urban liveability indicators (ULI) influence on residents’ well‑being: a case for Lekki‑Lagos, Nigeria

Abstract

According to the UN habitat report on the new agenda 2030, 3.5 billion persons live in cities currently. By 2030, about 5 billion people are likely to be in cities. Liveability quests are an urban concern across the globe. And it is a holistic connection that involves five key aspects: healthy and ample neighbourhood, convenience and green mobility, diverse and buoyant local economy, lively public places/spaces and affordability. Therefore, the study investigates the impact of urban liveability indicators on inhabitants’ well-being in Lekki, Lagos, Nigeria. By: identifying the UN-Habitat and WHO checklist for urban liveability as an assessment of the current liveability conditions in Lekki, Lagos, identifying the urban liveability indicators in Lekki, Lagos, and investigating the effect of urban liveability indicators (ULI) on residents’ well-being/health in Lekki, Lagos. The research employed a mixed research methods (quantitative and qualitative methods) and used a case study as the research strategy Semi-structure Questionnaires (quantitative survey method) and In-depth interview guide, Focused Group discussion (FGD), observation Guide, WHO Urban Liveability checklist (qualitative research method) were an instrument for data collection. The data analysis and discussion were chronologically along with the objectives, and study findings established that the Lekki neighbourhood has high liveability standards. However, there is a strong correlation between ULI and residents’ well-being/health. The issue of urban liveability is germane to urban residents’ health, wellbeing, happiness and longevity. In conclusion, the guideline for urban liveability identified in the study may be a handy tool for a key interested party in cities to plan for a better world.