Introduction to Urban & Regional Economics (spatial economic theory; Middle Belt cities like Abuja FCT, Makurdi Benue, Jos Plateau as systems); Why do cities grow? (Urbanisation fundamentals in Abuja expansion vs. Benue rural exodus); Urbanization and City Growth (Nasarawa satellites); Housing Markets and Land Use (bid-rent theory, FCT zoning/gentrification, Makurdi slums); Regional Inequality (Plateau mining vs.
University of Jos B.Sc. Economics · 200 Level, First Semester · 3 units. Course pack developed with IntelliScan Standards Institute; for review and sign-off by the Course Lead.
- Teacher: Faith Etuh