2024/11/14 by Uyi Ezeanah · 1 voice
Social Sciences · Economics, Econometrics and Finance · #Urban and Rural Development Challenges #Housing, Finance, and Neoliberalism #Economic, financial, and policy analysis
paper · doi:10.1080/02589001.2024.2408251
openalex publication_date 2024/11/14 · openalex created_date 2025/10/10 · openalex updated_date 2026/06/15
The delivery of housing is a recognised challenge in many Global South countries due to various institutional logjams within formal systems. This paper delves into formal processes and informal practices in Benin City to investigate how policy systems and corruption constrain the delivery of housing. As Benin City increasingly relies on informal mechanisms, bureaucratic bottlenecks impede progress, and corruption has emerged as a major global issue that hinders housing provision. A qualitative method was adopted, using interviews. The findings illustrate how corrupt practices typify housing delivery in Benin City, leading to inadequate and insufficient houses for residents. Among other recommendations, the paper advocates for adequate and effective supervision and monitoring of official processes geared towards housing production. It also suggests the need for increased transparency and accountability in allocating resources for housing projects. These measures would curb corruption and ensure that residents have access to decent and affordable housing.