Historicism and Urbanization: Between Local Government Administration and Urbanization of Bida Local Government Area Since 1976

The study analyzes local government history and urbanization in Bida from 1976 to present, focusing on historicism. Urbanization brings economic opportunities and challenges like infrastructure strain, social inequalities, and cultural erosion. Historicism integrates historical context and cultural heritage into contemporary planning. Research explores how historicism guides sustainable urban development in Bida. Multidisciplinary approach combines historical analysis with qualitative research. Data collected through interviews and document review. Rapid urbanization in Bida leads to infrastructure deficits and governance challenges. Integrating historicism into urban planning fosters community identity and heritage tourism. Conclusion: historicism offers pathway for sustainable urbanization, emphasizing comprehensive infrastructure development, inclusive governance, and sustainable planning practices.