Analysis of Lagos Landscape Change Using Spatial Metrics Method from 2007 and 2013

Folorunso S. Stephen., Adewale O. Samuel., Ogundele S. Oluwadamilare, Ajayi T. Oluwaseun., Omogunloye O. Gabriel, Muhammed 0. Lukman and Obasanya Omotayo
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Folorunso S. Stephen.: Department of Surveying and Geoinformatics, Ladoke Akintola University of Technology Ota, Nigeria. Department of Surveying and Geoinformatics, Bells University of Technology Ota, Nigeria. Department of Surveying and Geoinformatics, University of Lagos, Nigeria.
Adewale O. Samuel.: Department of Surveying and Geoinformatics, Ladoke Akintola University of Technology Ota, Nigeria.
Ogundele S. Oluwadamilare: Department of Surveying and Geoinformatics, Ladoke Akintola University of Technology Ota, Nigeria.
Ajayi T. Oluwaseun.: Department of Surveying and Geoinformatics, Ladoke Akintola University of Technology Ota, Nigeria.
Omogunloye O. Gabriel: Department of Surveying and Geoinformatics, Ladoke Akintola University of Technology Ota, Nigeria. Department of Surveying and Geoinformatics, University of Lagos, Nigeria.
Muhammed 0. Lukman: Department of Surveying and Geoinformatics, Ladoke Akintola University of Technology Ogbomoso, Nigeria.
Obasanya Omotayo: Department of Surveying and Geoinformatics, University of Lagos, Nigeria.

International Journal of Research and Innovation in Applied Science, 2024, vol. 9, issue 7, 347-361

Abstract: This research provides a detailed overview of the spatial patterns and urban growth processes in Lagos City, Nigeria from 2007 to 2013. The significance of this analysis lies in its ability to enhance understanding of built-up areas’ dynamics and to guide sustainable urban development planning. The study utilized remotely sensed satellite image data between 2007 and 2013 to assess eight spatial metrics, revealing changes in urban growth patterns. The findings indicate a significant reduction of approximately 1228.91 km² (9.8%) in vegetation cover and a 17.95% decrease in water bodies over the six years. Conversely, the built-up area increased by 61.11%, covering 1735.665 km² by 2013. This transformation was driven by extensive government-led infrastructure projects and widespread housing construction. As a result, the city of Lagos and its surrounding areas experienced a considerable shift from green and wetlands spaces to a predominantly built-up landscape, expanding the city’s perimeters and transforming its suburbs into major built-up areas.

Date: 2024
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