Distributional Pattern of Automobile Mechanic Workshop in Ibadan North Local Government, Oyo State
CHAPTER ONE
AIMS AND OBJECTIVES OF THE STUDY
The aim of the study is to analyze the distributional pattern of automobile mechanics workshop in Ibadan North Local Government Area. The specific objectives are
- Examine the pattern of distribution of automobile mechanic workshops in the study area
- Examine the factors that determine the distribution of automobile mechanic workshop over space.
- Analyze the pattern of spatial variation of automobile mechanic workshop
CHAPTER TWO
LITERATURE REVIEW
THE DEVELOPMENT OF AUTO MOBILE REPAIRINDUSTRY IN NIGERIA
The advent of automobile repair service industry in Nigeria can be traced as far back as 1920 in Lagos during the colonial era, but its growth began with the establishment of vehicle assembly plant (VAP) in 1959 which is now known as General Motors Limited, to assemble trucks from semi-knocked down components. Thereafter, a number of companies including Leventis, RTB Briscol and SCOA also invested in the automobile industry in Nigeria. During this period some uncoordinated efforts were made by the private sector using wood and flat sheet to build cob on truck chasis. The Federal government’s direct investment in the automobile industry began in the year 1970, during the Second National Development plan (1969 – 1974), when it promoted the establishment of the first two car assembly plants in Nigeria, namely 37 Volkswagen of Nigeria (VWON) Lagos, and Peugeot automobile Nigeria (PAN) Limited, Kaduna. This was followed by the Third National Development Plan (1975 – 1980). This include Anambra Motor Manufacturing Company (ANAMCO) Limited Enugu, Ley land Nigerian Limited, Ibadan, Steyr Nigerian Limited, Bauchi, and the National Truck Manufacturers (NTM) Limited Kano. These were responsible for the training of automobile repairers in Nigeria who in turn became experts in the servicing and maintenance of vehicles in Nigeria (Duchi 2005). At the later part of 1970 and mid 1980s, broke down vehicles were fixed by the Nigerian experts for effective functioning on the Nigeria roads but the auto repair activities developed fully in the 1980s when the economy became harsh on many Nigerians. The activities started springing up by the road sides for easy identification and accessibility for customers. The increasing activities of the road side mechanics has led to the high patronage by many Nigerians because it is cheap and faster with no formal procedures for repairs. Despite the role played by the road side mechanics in Nigerian urban centers, they are also associated with negative environmental implications. The implications of these auto repair industries in Nigeria are mostly environmental problems such as air/noise pollution, street congestion, reduction in environmental quality.
CHAPTER THREE
RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
INTRODUCTION
In this chapter, we described the research procedure for this study. A research methodology is a research process adopted or employed to systematically and scientifically present the results of a study to the research audience viz. a vis, the study beneficiaries.
RESEARCH DESIGN
Research designs are perceived to be an overall strategy adopted by the researcher whereby different components of the study are integrated in a logical manner to effectively address a research problem. In this study, the researcher employed the survey research design. This is due to the nature of the study whereby the opinion and views of people are sampled. According to Singleton & Straits, (2009), Survey research can use quantitative research strategies (e.g., using questionnaires with numerically rated items), qualitative research strategies (e.g., using open-ended questions), or both strategies (i.e., mixed methods). As it is often used to describe and explore human behaviour, surveys are therefore frequently used in social and psychological research.
CHAPTER FOUR
DATA PRESENTATION AND ANALYSIS
INTRODUCTION
This chapter presents the analysis of data derived through the questionnaire and key informant interview administered on the respondents in the study area. The analysis and interpretation were derived from the findings of the study. The data analysis depicts the simple frequency and percentage of the respondents as well as interpretation of the information gathered. A total of eighty (80) questionnaires were administered to respondents of which only seventy-seven (77) were returned and validated. This was due to irregular, incomplete and inappropriate responses to some questionnaire. For this study a total of 77 was validated for the analysis.
CHAPTER FIVE
SUMMARY, CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATION
Introduction
It is important to ascertain that the objective of this study was to ascertain distributional pattern of automobile mechanic workshop in Ibadan North local government. In the preceding chapter, the relevant data collected for this study were presented, critically analyzed and appropriate interpretation given. In this chapter, certain recommendations made which in the opinion of the researcher will be of benefits in addressing the challenges of distributional pattern of automobile mechanic workshop in Ibadan North local government.
Summary
This study was on distributional pattern of automobile mechanic workshop in Ibadan North local government. Three objectives were raised which included; Examine the pattern of distribution of automobile mechanic workshops in the study area, examine the factors that determine the distribution of automobile mechanic workshop over space and analyze the pattern of spatial variation of automobile mechanic workshop
. A total of 77 responses were received and validated from the enrolled participants where all respondents were drawn from selected mechanic workshop in Ibadan. Hypothesis was tested using Chi-Square statistical tool (SPSS).
Conclusion
Though smaller amounts of capital is needed for starting and operating the auto-workshops, its contribution to the community as well as to the economy of our country is very large. Its contribution in terms of services to the society and productive employment among the poorer people is vital and helps dispersal of industries in the urban, semi-urban and rural areas of the country. Many uneducated youths get employment in these workshops and thereby alleviating poverty Small-scale non-farm enterprise, particularly in rural areas, is shown to be vital, if only because it is the only resort for those without land, or without the necessary skills to obtain wage employment, that is more remunerative than self-employment in the informal sector Small enterprise development schemes should concern over unemployment
Recommendation
It is recommended that finance institutions should be encouraged to direct more attention to the needs of existing workshops. The supply of qualified entrepreneurs needs to be increased by the promotion of an enterprise culture stressing the role of the entrepreneur as a creator of wealth. The introduction of the study of entrepreneurship into the educational system, especially technical schools as a way of preparing is more students for selfemployment. Increasing and improving business management training opportunities based on more rigorous needs assessment. – Facilities for training and credit should be provided to the auto workshops
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