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Social security and building collapse in Lagos state, Nigeria
(2021) Israel, E. O.; Kukoyi, P. O.
Urban settlements in Nigeria have witnessed many collapses of buildings. Evidence from some literature suggests that this has culminated in increased mortality in the country. Hence building collapse is a security challenge because it poses threats to the lives and property of not only individuals but also of the nation. The benefits of mitigating building collapse include, inter alia, increased human capital, adequate security of lives and property, health and safety of individuals. This study aims to identify and assess the effects of a building collapse on individuals and society. An understanding of these impediments provides an opportunity to develop strategies to eradicate this challenge. Quantitative and qualitative methods were used to address the objectives of the study. The findings revealed that stakeholders’ lack of commitment, ineffective implementation of construction codes and regulations are salient factors that contribute to the challenge. In addition, the menace of building collapse resulted in security challenges, loss of lives, investments, and ill-health of individuals. This study contributes to the existing knowledge by highlighting the significant socioeconomic effects of building collapse. Although the study is limited to Lagos State, the findings may be ‘generalizable’ to other states within Nigeria.