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April 25, 2026Open Access

Review of Effect of Urban Growth and Sprawl on Agricultural Lands a Comparative Analysis of Developed and Developing Nations.

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MMMaidodo Adam MaiyakiAYAhmed Ubangari Yakubu

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Overview

Review assesses urban sprawl's impact on agricultural lands in developed and developing nations, suggesting improved planning strategies.

Key Points

  • The study aims to evaluate urban growth patterns and their effects on agricultural lands, economy, and food security.
  • Literature search and conceptual analysis
  • Comparative analysis of urban sprawl in developed and developing countries
  • Focus on Nigeria and African cities' urbanization processes
  • Urban sprawl in Nigeria shows different characteristics compared to developed countries, affecting farming activities.
  • Weak planning policies in Nigeria have resulted in the paralysis of peri-urban farming activities.
  • Recommendations include engaging local values in planning and securing agricultural land registration.

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Maiyaki et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69ec5b6088ba6daa22dacfb7https://doi.org/10.83032/jems.vol16no1.550
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