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PROBLEMS AND PROSPECT OF OPEN SPACES MANAGEMENT IN NIGERIA: THE WAY FORWARD
Abstract:
In recent times, open spaces have become a prominent feature in physical planning and development. This is due to the comfort, aesthetic view, relaxation and recreation that open spaces provide. It has become a means by which the components of the environment-the individuals, community or population are in interrelated. Its continuous development and preservation are now vitally considered to attract both private and public bodies. With the use of secondary source of data gathering, the paper reviews the literatures on the value of open spaces and the challenges associated with managing these resources. The paper asserts that there is need to establish open spaces and recreational centers in Nigerian cities, since, they have a marked effect on many aspects of the quality of the urban environment and the richness of life in a city. This study recommends that open spaces should be made an integral component of the environment by the design of well landscaped and managed parks and recreational areas. This will eventually contribute to the quality of life and wellbeing.
Keyword: Open spaces, development, planning, prospect and management.