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Natural Resource Management, Food Security and Violent Conflicts in Nigeria: Concepts, Issues and Policy Considerations

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  • Ajayi, Clementina O.
  • Oguntade, Adegboyega E.

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The ability to manage natural resources in our environment sustainably will determine the human well being today and in the future. In spite of this, policy formulations and pronouncements in Nigeria have not taken due cognizance of the fact that human well being and natural resources management should be examined as joint issues because of the nexus between them. This paper reviews relevant concepts on natural resources, food security and conflicts in order to highlight the linkages between natural resources management, on the one hand, and food security and conflicts, two factors which have a significant impact on human well being, on the other hand. The paper further looks at the effects of the struggle for control over natural resources and food insecurity status on conflicts in Nigeria, and the political, social, and demographic factors that may aggravate these conflicts. It concludes with a discussion of some policy recommendations and measures that may be used to manage natural resources and ensure food security which may reduce violent conflict and foster peace in Nigeria.  Â

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  • Ajayi, Clementina O. & Oguntade, Adegboyega E., 2018. "Natural Resource Management, Food Security and Violent Conflicts in Nigeria: Concepts, Issues and Policy Considerations," Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology, Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology, vol. 22(4).
    • Handle: RePEc:ags:ajaees:356989
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