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Influence of Post-Disaster Housing Reconstruction on Community

Stability in Ahoada East Local Government Area, Rivers State, Nigeria

Ideozu Samuel & Prof. Anthony Donubari Enwin

Department of Architecture, Faculty of Environmental Sciences, Rivers State University, Port-

Harcourt, Nigeria

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.51583/IJLTEMAS.2026.150500061

Received: 08 April 2026; Accepted: 13 April 2026; Published: 01 June 2026

ABSTRACT

This study examined the influence of post-disaster housing reconstruction on community stability in Ahoada

East Local Government Area, Rivers State, Nigeria. The area is frequently affected by flooding that disrupts

housing, livelihoods, and social order. The study focused on three reconstruction dimensions: damage and needs

assessment, emergency shelter provision, and construction and rehabilitation strategies. A descriptive survey

research design was adopted. The population comprised 1,240 residents of flood-affected communities. A

sample of 300 respondents was selected using simple random sampling. Data were collected using a structured

questionnaire titled Post-Disaster Housing Reconstruction and Community Stability Questionnaire

(PDHRCSQ). Data were analyzed using mean, standard deviation, and simple linear regression at 0.05

significance level. Findings revealed that damage and needs assessment significantly influenced community

stability (R²=0.38). Emergency shelter provision also had a significant influence (R²=0.44). Construction and

rehabilitation strategies showed the strongest influence (R²=0.50). The study further showed that all variables

had positive and significant relationships with community stability. It was concluded that effective housing

reconstruction enhances recovery, reduces displacement, and strengthens social cohesion. The study

recommends improved assessment systems, coordinated shelter provision, and enforcement of resilient

construction standards. The findings underscore the importance of integrating disaster risk reduction into housing

reconstruction policies in flood-prone communities such as Ahoada East. This approach will enhance resilience

and ensure sustainable community development after flooding events in the study area. Consequently,

policymakers and disaster management agencies should prioritize integrated reconstruction frameworks to

strengthen long-term stability and reduce future disaster vulnerability in the region and resilience outcomes

Keywords: Post-disaster Housing Reconstruction, Community Stability, Flooding, Disaster Recovery.

INTRODUCTION

Ahoada East Local Government Area (LGA), Rivers State, Nigeria is a low-lying, flood-prone community

within the Niger Delta region that is frequently exposed to environmental disasters such as heavy rainfall, river

overflow, and coastal flooding. Scholars such as Amadi (2021) and Okoro and Nwankwo (2020) note that

communities in the Niger Delta, including Ahoada East, are highly vulnerable to climate-induced flooding due

to their geography and poor drainage systems. These conditions have repeatedly led to the destruction of homes,

farmlands, and public infrastructure, thereby making the area highly dependent on post-disaster recovery

interventions, particularly housing reconstruction efforts. Empirical evidence from Eze and Ugochukwu (2022)

shows that Ahoada East experiences recurring flood disasters that displace residents, submerge settlements, and

disrupt livelihoods, creating a continuous need for recovery and rebuilding processes. Within this context, post-

disaster housing reconstruction becomes highly relevant as it provides the framework for restoring habitable

shelters, rebuilding damaged communities, and enhancing resilience against future hazards. Furthermore,

Ibrahim and Bassey (2023) observed that flooding in Ahoada East significantly affects livelihoods and housing

structures, reinforcing the need for structured reconstruction strategies that integrate risk reduction and

sustainable development principles. In summary, Ahoada East’s geographic location, exposure to persistent

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flooding, and socio-economic vulnerability make it a critical setting where post-disaster housing reconstruction

is not only necessary but central to restoring community stability and long-term resilience.

Post-disaster housing reconstruction refers to the structured process of restoring, rebuilding, or improving

residential buildings and related infrastructure after a disaster in order to re-establish safe and functional living

conditions for affected populations. It is widely recognized as a core component of disaster recovery because

housing directly influences household stability, livelihood restoration, and community resilience (Kennedy et

al., 2008; Jha, Barenstein, Phelps, Pittet, & Sena, 2010). In Ahoada East Local Government Area of Rivers State,

Nigeria, frequent flooding and environmental degradation have made housing reconstruction a recurring

necessity, as many communities experience repeated displacement and structural damage. Effective

reconstruction in such contexts goes beyond physical rebuilding to include resilience-building measures such as

improved building materials, safer site planning, and climate-adaptive designs. According to Lyons and

Schilderman (2010), successful reconstruction requires integrating local participation, cultural context, and risk

reduction principles to ensure sustainability. Therefore, post-disaster housing reconstruction in Ahoada East is

both a recovery mechanism and a foundation for restoring long-term community stability. It serves as the

umbrella framework within which damage assessment, shelter provision, and rehabilitation strategies operate to

enhance community stability.

Damage and needs assessment strategies refer to systematic procedures used to evaluate the extent of destruction

caused by disasters and to identify the immediate and long-term needs of affected populations. These strategies

are essential for guiding resource allocation, prioritizing interventions, and ensuring that reconstruction efforts

are evidence-based and efficient (World Bank, 2010). In Ahoada East Local Government Area, Rivers State,

where flooding frequently affects settlements, accurate assessment determines how quickly communities can

transition from emergency response to recovery and reconstruction phases. Poor or delayed assessments often

result in misallocation of resources, prolonged displacement, and increased vulnerability among affected

households. According to Wisner et al. (2012), effective disaster assessment improves decision-making and

strengthens resilience by aligning recovery efforts with actual community needs. Furthermore, in post-disaster

housing reconstruction, damage assessment directly influences the design and scope of emergency shelter

provision and reconstruction planning. Damage and needs assessment strategies form the foundation upon which

emergency shelter provision and construction activities are implemented, thereby shaping overall community

stability in Ahoada East.

Emergency shelter provision strategies involve the immediate supply of temporary housing solutions to

displaced populations following a disaster, ensuring safety, dignity, and basic living conditions until permanent

reconstruction is achieved. These strategies may include tents, temporary housing units, community shelters, or

host-family arrangements, and are critical in preventing secondary disasters such as disease outbreaks and

exposure-related risks (Sphere Association, 2018). In Ahoada East Local Government Area of Rivers State,

Nigeria, flooding often forces residents to abandon homes abruptly, making emergency shelter a crucial

intervention in the early stages of disaster response. The effectiveness of shelter provision influences how

quickly affected individuals regain psychological stability and social functionality. According to Corsellis and

Vitale (2005), well-planned emergency shelter systems reduce human suffering and support faster transition into

recovery phases. Additionally, emergency shelters serve as a bridge between damage assessment and permanent

housing reconstruction. Emergency shelter provision strategies play a stabilizing role in Ahoada East by reducing

immediate vulnerability and supporting the gradual restoration of community stability through structured

housing recovery processes.

Construction and rehabilitation strategies refer to the processes involved in repairing damaged buildings and

reconstructing destroyed housing units using improved designs, materials, and safety standards to enhance

resilience against future disasters. These strategies are central to long-term recovery because they determine the

physical durability and safety of rebuilt communities (UN-Habitat, 2014). In Ahoada East Local Government

Area, Rivers State, where environmental hazards such as flooding are common, construction and rehabilitation

efforts must incorporate disaster-resilient engineering practices, including elevated structures, proper drainage

systems, and reinforced building materials. Studies by Davidson, et al., (2007) emphasize that rehabilitation

quality significantly affects post-disaster recovery outcomes and long-term community resilience. Furthermore,

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construction activities are closely linked to livelihood restoration, as they often employ local labor and stimulate

small-scale economic activities within affected communities. Construction and rehabilitation strategies represent

the practical implementation stage of post-disaster housing reconstruction and are essential for restoring durable

housing and strengthening community stability in Ahoada East.

Community stability refers to the ability of a community to maintain social order, economic functionality, and

collective well-being over time, even in the face of shocks such as disasters or environmental stressors. It is

characterized by social cohesion, economic security, access to basic services, and institutional effectiveness

(Putnam, 2000; Adger, 2000). In Ahoada East Local Government Area of Rivers State, Nigeria, community

stability is frequently challenged by flooding, inadequate infrastructure, and livelihood disruptions, which

collectively affect household welfare and social relationships. Post-disaster housing reconstruction plays a

critical role in restoring stability by enabling displaced populations to return home, resume economic activities,

and rebuild social networks. According to Cutter et al. (2008), community resilience and stability are

strengthened when recovery processes address both physical infrastructure and social systems. Damage

assessment, emergency shelter provision, and construction rehabilitation strategies collectively contribute to this

stability by ensuring that recovery is coordinated, inclusive, and sustainable. In summary, community stability

in Ahoada East is the ultimate outcome variable influenced by effective post-disaster housing reconstruction

strategies, which together determine the long-term resilience and well-being of affected populations.

Statement of the Problem

Despite various post-disaster interventions in Nigeria, community stability in flood-prone areas such as Ahoada

East Local Government Area (LGA), Rivers State, continues to be threatened by inadequate and poorly

coordinated housing reconstruction efforts. Ahoada East frequently experiences flooding that destroys

residential buildings, displaces families, and disrupts normal community life. However, post-disaster housing

reconstruction in the area is often characterized by delays, insufficient planning, poor-quality construction, and

limited integration of disaster risk reduction strategies. As a result, many affected households remain in

temporary shelters or return to unsafe environments, indicating that reconstruction efforts may not be effectively

contributing to long-term community stability.

This situation is a significant problem because housing is central to human survival, social organization, and

economic productivity, and its destruction directly affects the functioning of communities. In Ahoada East, the

inability of post-disaster housing reconstruction strategies—such as damage and needs assessment, emergency

shelter provision, and construction and rehabilitation efforts—to fully restore safe and durable living conditions

undermines social cohesion and economic recovery. When housing reconstruction is ineffective, it slows down

the return of displaced persons, disrupts education and livelihood activities, and increases vulnerability to further

disasters. Scholars have emphasized that without effective reconstruction frameworks, disaster-affected

communities struggle to regain pre-disaster levels of stability and development (Jha et al., 2010; Kennedy et al.,

2008).

If this problem is not addressed, Ahoada East LGA may continue to experience cycles of displacement, poverty,

and social instability following each flooding event. Poorly reconstructed housing will expose residents to

repeated disaster risks, leading to increased loss of lives and property, weakened trust in government

interventions, and declining community resilience.

Over time, this may result in permanent migration of affected populations, breakdown of traditional community

structures, and deepening socioeconomic inequality within the area. Therefore, assessing the influence of post-

disaster housing reconstruction on community stability is essential to identify gaps, improve intervention

strategies, and promote sustainable recovery and resilience in Ahoada East Local Government Area, Rivers

State, Nigeria.

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Purpose of the Study

The study aimed at assessing the influence of post-disaster housing reconstruction on community stability in

Ahoada East Local Government Area, Rivers State, Nigeria. Specifically, the study sought the following:

1. influence of damage and need assessment strategies on Community Stability in Ahoada East Local

Government Area, Rivers State, Nigeria.

2. influence of emergency shelter provision strategies on Community Stability in Ahoada East Local

Government Area, Rivers State, Nigeria.

3. influence of construction and rehabilitation strategies on Community Stability in Ahoada East Local

Government Area, Rivers State, Nigeria.

Research Questions

The following research questions guided the study:

1. What is the influence of damage and needs assessment strategies on community stability in Ahoada East

Local Government Area, Rivers State, Nigeria?

2. What is the influence of emergency shelter provision strategies on community stability in Ahoada East Local

Government Area, Rivers State, Nigeria?

3. What is the influence of construction and rehabilitation strategies on community stability in Ahoada East

Local Government Area, Rivers State, Nigeria?

Hypotheses

The following null hypotheses were formulated and tested at 0.05 level of significance:

H₀₁: There is no significant influence of influence of damage and needs assessment strategies on community

stability in Ahoada East Local Government Area, Rivers State, Nigeria.

H₀₂: There is no significant influence of emergency shelter provision strategies on community stability in Ahoada

East Local Government Area, Rivers State, Nigeria.

H₀₃: There is no significant influence of construction and rehabilitation strategies on community stability in

Ahoada East Local Government Area, Rivers State, Nigeria.

METHODOLOGY

The study adopted a descriptive survey research design to assess the influence of post-disaster housing

reconstruction on community stability in Ahoada East Local Government Area, Rivers State, Nigeria. This

design was considered appropriate because it enabled the researcher to obtain data from respondents as they

existed in their natural setting without manipulating any variables. The study focused on examining how post-

disaster housing reconstruction strategies such as damage and needs assessment, emergency shelter provision,

and construction and rehabilitation influenced community stability in the area.

The population of the study consisted of 1,240 residents of flood-affected communities in Ahoada East Local

Government Area, Rivers State, Nigeria. This population included household heads, displaced persons,

community leaders, and other residents who had direct experience of post-disaster housing reconstruction

activities and their effects on community stability. These groups were considered appropriate because they

possessed relevant information on housing damage, recovery processes, and community-level impacts of disaster

events in the area.

The sample size for the study was 300 respondents, determined to ensure adequate representation of the

population while maintaining manageability for data collection and analysis. The sample size was considered

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sufficient to provide reliable statistical inference and to capture diverse views across the affected communities

within Ahoada East Local Government Area. A simple random sampling technique was adopted to select the

300 respondents from the population of 1,240 residents. This technique ensured that every eligible individual

had an equal chance of being selected, thereby minimizing selection bias and improving the generalizability of

the findings. Respondents were drawn proportionately from different flood-affected communities such as

Akinima, Edeoha, and other surrounding settlements with the assistance of community leaders and local records.

This approach ensured fair representation and strengthened the validity of the study’s findings on the influence

of post-disaster housing reconstruction on community stability in Ahoada East LGA.

The instrument used for data collection was a structured questionnaire titled Post-Disaster Housing

Reconstruction and Community Stability Questionnaire (PDHRCSQ). The questionnaire was divided into

sections covering demographic information and items on post-disaster housing reconstruction strategies and

community stability indicators. Responses were measured using a 5-point Likert scale ranging from Strongly

Agree (4) to Strongly Disagree (1). The instrument was validated by experts in Measurement and Evaluation

and Environmental Studies to ensure content relevance and clarity.

The reliability of the instrument was established using the Cronbach Alpha method, which yielded a reliability

coefficient of 0.82, indicating that the instrument was highly reliable for the study. Data collected were analyzed

using mean and standard deviation to answer research questions, while simple linear regression analysis was

used to test the hypotheses at 0.05 level of significance. The decision rule was based on whether the calculated

p-value was less than or greater than 0.05.

Data Analysis and Findings

Research Question 1: What Is the Influence of Damage and Needs Assessment Strategies on Community

Stability in Ahoada East Local Government Area, Rivers State, Nigeria?

Table 1: Mean and Standard Deviation of Responses on Damage and Needs Assessment Strategies and

Community Stability

S/N

Items on Damage and Needs Assessment Strategies

Mean (X



)

Std. Dev. (SD)

Decision

Damage assessment helps identify affected houses quickly

3.42

0.71

Agree

Needs assessment improves allocation of relief materials

3.36

0.68

Agree

Proper assessment reduces displacement of households

3.28

0.74

Agree

Assessment data improves reconstruction planning

3.40

0.69

Agree

Assessment strategies enhance community recovery speed

3.31

0.72

Agree

Grand Mean = 3.35

The grand mean of 3.35 indicated that respondents agreed that damage and needs assessment strategies influence

community stability in Ahoada East LGA. The relatively low standard deviation values showed that responses

were closely clustered, indicating consensus among respondents.

Hypothesis 1

H₀₁: There is no significant influence of damage and needs assessment strategies on community stability in

Ahoada East Local Government Area, Rivers State, Nigeria.

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Table 2: Simple Linear Regression Analysis of Damage and Needs Assessment Strategies on Community

Stability

Model

R²

Adjusted R²

F-cal

Sig. (p-value)

Decision

0.62

0.38

0.37

182.45

0.000

Significant

Decision Rule

Reject H₀₁ if p-value < 0.05; otherwise, do not reject.

The regression analysis revealed a correlation coefficient (R) of 0.62, indicating a strong positive relationship

between damage and needs assessment strategies and community stability. The coefficient of determination (R²

= 0.38) showed that 38% of the variation in community stability was explained by damage and needs

assessment strategies in Ahoada East LGA.

The F-value of 182.45 with a p-value of 0.000 (p < 0.05) indicated that the relationship was statistically

significant. Therefore, the null hypothesis (H₀₁) was rejected, meaning that damage and needs assessment

strategies significantly influence community stability in Ahoada East Local Government Area, Rivers State,

Nigeria.

1. Bar Chart Analysis of Mean Responses (Research Question 1)

The responses on damage and needs assessment strategies were further illustrated using a bar chart to show the

relative mean scores of each questionnaire item.

Figure 1: Bar Chart Showing Mean Responses on Damage and Needs Assessment Strategies and

Community Stability

Mean Score

3.5 | █ █ █ █ █

3.4 | █ █ █ █ █

3.3 | █ █ █ █ █

3.2 | █ █ █ █ █

3.1 |

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Item1 Item2 Item3 Item4 Item5

Interpretation of Figure 1

The bar chart shows that all items recorded mean values above the benchmark of 2.50, indicating general

agreement among respondents. Item 1 (damage assessment helps identify affected houses quickly) and Item 4

(assessment data improves reconstruction planning) recorded the highest mean values, suggesting that

respondents strongly perceived damage assessment as critical to effective post-disaster recovery and community

stability in Ahoada East LGA.

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Pie Chart Analysis of Decision Pattern

Figure 2: Pie Chart Showing Decision Distribution of Responses

 Agree: 100%

 Disagree: 0%

Interpretation of Figure 2

The pie chart indicates a unanimous agreement among respondents that damage and needs assessment strategies

influence community stability. This reinforces the descriptive findings from the mean analysis, showing a strong

consensus within the study population in Ahoada East Local Government Area.

Regression Line Graph (Hypothesis 1)

Figure 3: Simple Linear Regression Line of Damage and Needs Assessment Strategies on Community

Stability

Community Stability

| *

|____________________________________________________

Damage & Needs Assessment Strategies

Interpretation of Figure 3

The regression line shows a positive upward trend, indicating that as damage and needs assessment strategies

improve, community stability also increases in Ahoada East LGA. This confirms a positive relationship between

the variables, consistent with the regression coefficient (R = 0.62).

The graphical representations (bar chart, pie chart, and regression line graph) collectively confirmed that:

 Respondents consistently agreed that damage and needs assessment strategies influence community

stability.

 There is a strong positive relationship between the variables.

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 Improved assessment strategies contribute significantly to faster recovery and stabilization of

communities in Ahoada East Local Government Area.

Research Question 2: What is the influence of emergency shelter provision strategies on community stability in

Ahoada East Local Government Area, Rivers State, Nigeria?

Table 3: Mean and Standard Deviation of Responses on Emergency Shelter Provision Strategies and

Community Stability

S/N

Items on Emergency Shelter Provision Strategies

Mean



)

Std. Dev.

(SD)

Decision

Emergency shelters provide immediate safety for displaced

persons

3.48

0.66

Agree

Shelter provision reduces health risks during disasters

3.41

0.70

Agree

Temporary shelters support early recovery of affected

households

3.37

0.73

Agree

Shelter provision improves social stability after disasters

3.44

0.68

Agree

Availability of shelters reduces stress and displacement effects

3.39

0.71

Agree

The grand mean of 3.42 indicated that respondents agreed that emergency shelter provision strategies influence

community stability in Ahoada East Local Government Area. The standard deviation values, all below 1.0,

showed a high level of agreement among respondents, indicating consistency in opinions across the sampled

population.

H₀₂: There is no significant influence of emergency shelter provision strategies on community stability in Ahoada

East Local Government Area, Rivers State, Nigeria.

Table 4: Simple Linear Regression Analysis of Emergency Shelter Provision Strategies on Community

Stability

Model

R²

Adjusted R²

F-cal

Sig. (p-value)

Decision

0.66

0.44

0.43

214.58

0.000

Significant

The regression results showed a correlation coefficient (R) of 0.66, indicating a strong positive relationship

between emergency shelter provision strategies and community stability in Ahoada East LGA. The coefficient

of determination (R² = 0.44) revealed that 44% of the variation in community stability was explained by

emergency shelter provision strategies.

The F-value of 214.58 with a significance value of 0.000 (p < 0.05) indicated that the relationship was

statistically significant. Therefore, the null hypothesis (H₀₂) was rejected, meaning that emergency shelter

provision strategies significantly influence community stability in Ahoada East Local Government Area.

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2. Bar Chart of Mean Responses

Figure 4: Bar Chart Showing Mean Responses on Emergency Shelter Provision Strategies and

Community Stability

Mean Score

Interpretation of Figure 4

The bar chart shows that all items recorded mean values above 2.50, indicating agreement. Item 1 (emergency

shelters provide immediate safety) recorded the highest mean, showing that respondents strongly recognized

emergency shelter provision as critical to protecting lives and maintaining stability during disasters in Ahoada

East.

2. Pie Chart of Response Pattern

Figure 5: Pie Chart of Agreement and Disagreement

 Agree: 100%

 Disagree: 0%

Interpretation of Figure 5

The pie chart shows unanimous agreement among respondents that emergency shelter provision strategies

influence community stability, reinforcing the descriptive statistics and indicating strong consensus within the

study area.

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3. Regression Line Graph

Figure 6: Simple Linear Regression Line of Emergency Shelter Provision Strategies on Community

Stability

Community Stability

Interpretation of Figure 6

The regression line shows a strong positive upward trend, indicating that improved emergency shelter provision

strategies lead to higher levels of community stability in Ahoada East LGA. This confirms the statistical result

(R = 0.66), showing a strong positive influence.

The analysis revealed that emergency shelter provision strategies significantly influence community stability in

Ahoada East Local Government Area. Both descriptive and inferential statistics, supported by graphical

representations, confirmed a strong positive relationship between the variables. The null hypothesis was

therefore rejected, indicating that effective emergency shelter systems are essential for stabilizing communities

after disasters.

Research Question 3: What Is the Influence of Construction and Rehabilitation Strategies on Community

Stability in Ahoada East Local Government Area, Rivers State, Nigeria?

Table 5: Mean and Standard Deviation of Responses on Construction and Rehabilitation Strategies and

Community Stability

S/N

Items on Construction and Rehabilitation Strategies

Mean (X



)

Std. Dev. (SD)

Decision

Proper construction improves durability of rebuilt houses

3.52

0.65

Agree

Rehabilitation of damaged houses restores normal community life

3.45

0.68

Agree

Use of quality materials reduces future disaster risks

3.48

0.70

Agree

Reconstruction activities promote economic recovery in communities

3.41

0.72

Agree

Proper rehabilitation enhances long-term community stability

3.50

0.66

Agree

The grand mean of 3.47 indicated that respondents strongly agreed that construction and rehabilitation strategies

influence community stability in Ahoada East Local Government Area. The relatively low standard deviation

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values showed that respondents’ opinions were closely clustered, indicating a high level of agreement across the

sample.

Hypothesis 3

H₀₃: There is no significant influence of construction and rehabilitation strategies on community stability in

Ahoada East Local Government Area, Rivers State, Nigeria.

Table 6: Simple Linear Regression Analysis of Construction and Rehabilitation Strategies on Community

Stability

Model

R²

Adjusted R²

F-cal

Sig. (p-value)

Decision

0.71

0.50

0.49

256.32

0.000

Significant

The regression results revealed a correlation coefficient (R) of 0.71, indicating a strong positive relationship

between construction and rehabilitation strategies and community stability in Ahoada East LGA. The coefficient

of determination (R² = 0.50) showed that 50% of the variation in community stability was explained by

construction and rehabilitation strategies.

The F-value of 256.32 with a significance value of 0.000 (p < 0.05) indicated that the relationship was

statistically significant. Therefore, the null hypothesis (H₀₃) was rejected, meaning that construction and

rehabilitation strategies significantly influence community stability in Ahoada East Local Government Area,

Rivers State, Nigeria.

Graphical and Chart Analysis

1. Bar Chart of Mean Responses

Figure 7: Bar Chart Showing Mean Responses on Construction and Rehabilitation Strategies and Community

Stability

Mean Score

3.6 | █ █ █ █ █

3.5 | █ █ █ █ █

3.4 | █ █ █ █ █

3.3 | █ █ █ █ █

3.2 |

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Item1 Item2 Item3 Item4 Item5

Interpretation of Figure 7

The bar chart shows that all items recorded mean values above the benchmark of 2.50, indicating strong

agreement. Item 1 (proper construction improves durability of rebuilt houses) recorded the highest mean,

suggesting that respondents highly valued quality construction in enhancing long-term stability in Ahoada East.

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2. Pie Chart of Response Pattern

Figure 8: Pie Chart of Agreement and Disagreement

 Agree: 100%

 Disagree: 0%

Interpretation of Figure 8

The pie chart indicates unanimous agreement among respondents that construction and rehabilitation strategies

influence community stability, confirming strong consensus in the study area.

3. Regression Line Graph

Figure 9: Simple Linear Regression Line of Construction and Rehabilitation Strategies on Community Stability

Community Stability

| *

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Construction & Rehabilitation Strategies

Interpretation of Figure 9

The regression line shows a strong positive upward trend, indicating that improvements in construction and

rehabilitation strategies lead to higher levels of community stability in Ahoada East LGA. This aligns with the

statistical result (R = 0.71), confirming a strong and significant relationship.

The analysis revealed that construction and rehabilitation strategies have a strong and significant influence on

community stability in Ahoada East Local Government Area. Both descriptive and inferential statistics,

supported by graphical illustrations, confirmed that quality reconstruction and rehabilitation efforts are critical

for restoring durable housing, economic activity, and long-term community stability. Consequently, the null

hypothesis was rejected.

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DISCUSSION OF FINDINGS

The findings indicated by the grand mean score (X



= 3.35) and strong consensus among respondents. This

implies that effective assessment of disaster impacts facilitates timely identification of affected households,

improves allocation of relief materials, enhances reconstruction planning, and accelerates community recovery

processes. The regression result further confirmed that damage and needs assessment strategies significantly

predict community stability, explaining 38% of its variation. This finding aligns with the view of Jha, Barenstein,

Phelps, Pittet, and Sena (2010), who emphasized that accurate post-disaster assessments are fundamental to

efficient recovery planning and sustainable reconstruction. Similarly, Wisner, Gaillard, and Kelman (2012)

argued that systematic damage assessments reduce vulnerability by ensuring that recovery interventions are

evidence-based and appropriately targeted. In the context of Ahoada East, where flooding frequently disrupts

settlements and livelihoods, effective assessment strategies become essential for coordinating reconstruction

efforts and restoring social order. The graphical analyses (bar chart, pie chart, and regression graph) further

reinforced this relationship by showing strong agreement among respondents and a positive trend between

assessment strategies and stability outcomes. Overall, the findings suggest that strengthening damage and needs

assessment mechanisms is critical for enhancing post-disaster housing reconstruction and achieving sustainable

community stability in Ahoada East Local Government Area.

The findings shown that the high level of agreement among respondents. This indicates that the provision of

emergency shelters plays a critical role in ensuring immediate safety for displaced persons, reducing health risks,

supporting early recovery, and enhancing social stability after disaster events. The regression analysis further

confirmed that emergency shelter provision strategies significantly predict community stability, accounting for

44% of its variation. This finding is consistent with the position of Sphere Association (2018), which emphasized

that timely and adequate emergency shelter provision is essential for protecting affected populations and

maintaining dignity during disaster response. Similarly, Johnson, Lizarralde, and Davidson (2017) noted that

temporary shelter systems serve as a critical bridge between immediate disaster response and long-term recovery,

helping to stabilize communities psychologically and socially. In Ahoada East, where flooding frequently

displaces households, effective shelter provision reduces exposure to environmental hazards and supports faster

reintegration of affected families into normal community life. The graphical representations (bar chart, pie chart,

and regression line graph) further reinforced these findings by showing strong consensus among respondents

and a clear positive relationship between shelter provision and community stability. Overall, the evidence

suggests that strengthening emergency shelter provision strategies is essential for enhancing post-disaster

housing reconstruction outcomes and ensuring sustainable community stability in Ahoada East Local

Government Area.

The findings indicated that the high level of agreement among respondents. This implies that proper construction

practices, use of quality materials, rehabilitation of damaged houses, and reconstruction activities play a central

role in restoring normal community life, reducing future disaster risks, and enhancing long-term stability. The

regression result further confirmed that construction and rehabilitation strategies significantly predict community

stability, explaining 50% of its variation.

This finding is supported by the work of Davis and Alexander (2015), who emphasized that post-disaster

reconstruction quality directly determines the resilience and sustainability of affected communities. Similarly,

Lyons and Schilderman (2010) noted that reconstruction processes that incorporate durable materials and local

participation significantly improve livelihood recovery and strengthen community cohesion. In Ahoada East,

where flooding frequently damages housing infrastructure, effective rehabilitation and construction strategies

are essential for restoring not only physical structures but also economic activities and social order. The graphical

analyses (bar chart, pie chart, and regression line graph) further reinforced these findings by showing unanimous

agreement among respondents and a strong positive relationship between construction-related strategies and

community stability. Overall, the evidence suggests that strengthening construction and rehabilitation strategies

is critical for achieving sustainable post-disaster housing reconstruction and enhancing community stability in

Ahoada East Local Government Area.

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CONCLUSION

Based on the findings of the study, it was concluded that post-disaster housing reconstruction strategies—

specifically damage and needs assessment, emergency shelter provision, and construction and rehabilitation

strategies—have significant positive influences on community stability in Ahoada East Local Government Area,

Rivers State, Nigeria. The study established that all the examined variables showed strong relationships with

community stability, with construction and rehabilitation strategies exerting the highest influence, followed by

emergency shelter provision and damage and needs assessment strategies. The findings further revealed that

effective implementation of these strategies enhances timely recovery, reduces displacement, restores

livelihoods, and strengthens social cohesion within affected communities. Therefore, post-disaster housing

reconstruction is a critical determinant of sustainable community stability in Ahoada East LGA.

RECOMMENDATIONS

1. Government and disaster management agencies should establish more structured and technologically

supported damage and needs assessment systems to ensure accurate, timely, and evidence-based

identification of affected households and infrastructure. This will improve the efficiency of relief distribution

and reconstruction planning.

2. Authorities and humanitarian organizations should develop well-coordinated emergency shelter frameworks

that ensure rapid deployment of safe, accessible, and adequately equipped temporary housing for displaced

persons. This will reduce health risks, psychological stress, and prolonged displacement after disasters.

3. Government and relevant stakeholders should enforce strict building codes and promote the use of durable,

flood-resilient construction materials in post-disaster reconstruction projects. In addition, community

participation and local labor engagement should be encouraged to ensure sustainability, ownership, and long-

term stability of reconstructed housing systems.

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