Factors Affecting the Development of Recreational Facilities in Awka South Urban Areas of Anambra State, Nigeria

Abstract

This research project was aimed at studying “ factors affecting the development of recreational facilities in Awka South Urban Areas of Anambra State, Nigeria. In order to achieve this, the objectives of the study include, to assess the present state of recreational facilities in Awka-south urban area, to identify the factors affecting the development of recreational centers and facilities in Awka-south urban area, to determine the economic prospects of recreational facilities in Awka-south urban area, and to determine the Importance of recreation the host and tourists in Awka south Urban Areas. The sampling technique used was stratified systematic random sampling technique. This sample is preferred because it is simple, easy to use and allows a chance for every member of the sample frame to be selected. The instrument for this research work was closed-ended questionnaire. The research need was obtained from primary and secondary sources. Using Taro Yamanie formula, a sample size of 100 respondents was used to obtained data, out of which 82 were retrieved which was used to analyzed data. The researcher also identified shortage of funds, inadequate equipment, open space, insecurity and inadequate recreation facilities and infrastrucrures as the factors affecting the development of recreational centers in Awka South. Revenue generation, employment and GDP were the economic prospects of recreation centers in Awka South. Operational and In good state, operational and in bad state, closed and in good state and closed and in bad state were also identified as the state of recreational facilities assessment in Awka Sout, physical health, mental and improves quality life are the importance of recreation in Awka south Urban Areas The searcher recommended that the government should set up a tourism policy for a sustainable recreational centers and improve in fundings, recreation facilities and infrastructures in Awka South Urban Areas.