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  • Title: Interurban flows of population and occupational skills to three cities in Nigeria.
    Author: Lacey L.
    Journal: Int Migr Rev; 1985; 19(4):686-707. PubMed ID: 12267606.
    Abstract:
    "This article examines interurban flows of population and occupational skills to three cities in Nigeria. The analyses are based on sample survey data collected in the cities of Benin, Ibadan, and Kano in 1973 and 1974." The results indicate that most migrants were repeat movers, and that interurban migration predominated. However, whereas men brought a wide range of occupational skills, most women came with traditional-type skills or as housewives. This article examines interurban flows of population and occupational skills to 3 cities in Nigeria. The analyses are based on 1973 and 1974 sample survey data collected in Benin, Ibadan, and Kano; the cities vary in population size and are located in 3 different urban growth regions of the country. This study examines the spatial and occupational experiences of male and female migrants in the 3 Nigerian cities. Multistaged probability cluster sampling procedures are used in each field exercise. Data indicate that few migrants are once-only movers, and many migrants make over 3 spatial moves. Of the migration streams, interurban movements are dominant; the majority of migrants to the city of Ibadan came from other cities of substantial size in the state. This suggests that African cities located in close proximity to other cities are more likely to attract interurban migrants than rural-to-urban migrants. Migrants brought a diverse mixture of occupational skills to the cities, influenced by their spatial experiences. Male migrants who made interurban moves brought modern sector type skills to the cities or came with educational training to embark on urban careers. The majority of women accompanied their families or spouses to the cities and came as housewives, traders, or farmers. The findings of this study are highly supportive of the proposed integrative approach of the forthcoming population policy. Integrated rural development programs that attempt to improve all aspects of life in rural areas are just 1 of several policies needed in Nigeria; population redistribution must also be a concern.
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