Research Article

POOR ARTS AND DESIGNS STUDIOS FACILITIES MANAGEMENT IN TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS IN NORTHERN EAST NIGERIA: EFFECTS, CONSEQUENCES AND STRATEGIES INTERVENTIONS

ABDULLAHI Ibrahim Musa1*, ISHAYA Shunom Leo1, HABIB Mustapha1
1 Department of Fine and Applied Art, Federal College of Education, Yola
* Corresponding author: ibrahimmusaabdullahi@fecyola.edu.ng
Published: Aug, 2025
DOI: 10.67637/njt.2025.zsdgjwbl
Pages: 79-86
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Abstract

Art and design studios play a vital role in higher education by supporting creativity, technical skills, and professional growth. However, in many tertiary institutions across Northern Nigeria, these studios are often poorly managed, leading to declining conditions and negatively impacting the overall learning experience. This research investigates the reasons behind the ineffective management of art and design studio facilities in Northern Nigerian universities and explores the effects of such underperformance. It also suggests solutions to improve the situation. Using a descriptive qualitative method, the study combines document analysis, direct observation of studio conditions, and a thorough review of existing literature on facilities management and arts education. The results show that the main factors contributing to poor management include insufficient funding, a lack of qualified professionals in facilities management, a tendency to delay maintenance, weak institutional policies, and insufficient involvement of stakeholders. These issues have created unsafe learning spaces, lowered student participation, reduced creative output, and harmed the reputation of these institutions. To address these challenges, the study suggests better funding, the adoption of professional facilities management practices, a focus on regular maintenance, and increased collaboration among all stakeholders to ensure the long-term success and effectiveness of art and design studio facilities in Nigerian tertiary education.

Keywords

Art and Design Studio Facilities Facilities Management Tertiary Institutions Northern Nigeria

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How to Cite

Musa, A. I., Leo, I. S., & Mustapha, H. (2025). POOR ARTS AND DESIGNS STUDIOS FACILITIES MANAGEMENT IN TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS IN NORTHERN EAST NIGERIA: EFFECTS, CONSEQUENCES AND STRATEGIES INTERVENTIONS. Nigerian Journal of Textiles, 11(1), 79-86. https://doi.org/10.67637/njt.2025.zsdgjwbl

A. I. Musa, I. S. Leo, and H. Mustapha, "POOR ARTS AND DESIGNS STUDIOS FACILITIES MANAGEMENT IN TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS IN NORTHERN EAST NIGERIA: EFFECTS, CONSEQUENCES AND STRATEGIES INTERVENTIONS," Nigerian Journal of Textiles, vol. 11, no. 1, pp. 79-86, August 2025. doi: 10.67637/njt.2025.zsdgjwbl

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