ASSESSMENT OF PUBLIC TOILETS AND ITS ASSOCIATED PROBLEMS IN ILESHA EAST, OSUN STATE

ABSTRACT Provision of public toilet is not only a matter of Land use but also an essential design and planning core concern. Public Toilet should be seen as a core component of environmental design, adding to a city 's quality and viability. The aim of this research is to assess public toilet and its associated problems in Ilesha East with a view to providing solutions to enhance livability. The specific objectives of this research are to, determine the impact of public toilet on environmental sustainability, identify consequences of public toilet, determine the condition and cleanliness of public toilet facilities and evaluate the availability and accessibility of public toilet in Ilesha East Osun State. Population of 6000 and the sample size used is 175 according to Krejcie and Morgan. The study was analyzed using correlation analysis, correlation Analysis was used to identify the association between the availability of public toilets and its consequences in the study area. There is also a significant correlation between neglected and poorly maintained public toilets and environmental problems. This study recommends increasing public toilets provision improving maintenance and water supply, and implementing hygiene education programs. Policy interventions should prioritize accessibility, safety and sustainability. This research contributes to addressing the neglected issue of public toilet facilities in Ilesha East Osun State informing evidence -based solutions for improved public health and wellbeing.