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Exploring the Impacts of Climate Change on Communal Relations in Northwest Nigeria: An African Religious and Islamic Perspectives

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Volume: 6 | Issue: 5 | Pages: 424-429

Subject: Social Science

Country: Nigeria

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Abstract

This study investigates the impacts of climate change on agricultural productivity and livelihoods in Nigeria, with a particular focus on the Northweste Nigeria, which has been decryable. The pressing need to address the challenges posed by climate change provides the backdrop for this research. Climate change has significant implications for food security, human well-being, and sustainable development, and its impacts are felt acutely in vulnerable communities. The study aims to examine the effects of climate change on agricultural productivity, water availability, and livelihoods in Nigeria, with a view to informing policy and practice. A mixed-methods approach was employed, combining quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis methods. The findings reveal significant impacts of climate change on agricultural productivity, water availability, and livelihoods in North West, Nigeria. The study's results underscore the need for urgent action to address the challenges posed by climate change. Recommendations include the implementation of climate-resilient agricultural practices, sustainable land management, and effective water management strategies. Furthermore, the study highlights the importance of conflict resolution and peacebuilding initiatives in addressing climate-related conflicts and promoting social stability. The significance of this study lies in its contribution to the growing body of research on climate change impacts and adaptation in Nigeria. The study's findings and recommendations have implications for policy and practice, informing strategies to promote sustainable development and resilience in vulnerable communities in Northwest Nigeria. In conclusion, this study emphasises the need for a comprehensive and integrated approach to promoting climate change adaptation and resilience in North -Western Nigeria.

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Kasim Ramadan Ahmad, Hosea Nakina Martins, Auwal Abdullahi (2025). Exploring the Impacts of Climate Change on Communal Relations in Northwest Nigeria: An African Religious and Islamic Perspectives . International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Growth Evaluation (IJMRGE), 6(5), 424-429.

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Journal: International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Growth Evaluation (IJMRGE)

Publisher: Anfo Publication House

ISSN: 2582-7138 (Online)

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Language: English

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