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Critical Assessment of the Menace of Gully Erosion in Southeastern Nigeria

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  • Cynthia Amaka Obiorah

    (Centre for Occupational Health, Safety and Environment, Universality of Port Harcourt, Nigeria)

  • Gerald Ndubuisi Okeke

    (Highstone Global University, Texas, USA)

  • Esang Lazarus Esitikot

    (Highstone Global University, Texas, USA)

  • Sony Emeka Ali

    (Highstone Global University, Texas, USA)

  • Ugah Theophilus Aku

    (Highstone Global University, Texas, USA)

  • Omatseyione Nesiama

    (Highstone Global University, Texas, USA)

  • Cletus Onyemhese Agbakhamen

    (Highstone Global University, Texas, USA)

  • Ogheneteme Pupu Okoro

    (Highstone Global University, Texas, USA)

Abstract

Gully erosion represents one of the most severe environmental challenges facing Southeastern Nigeria, a region marked by heavy rainfall, erodible soils, and rapid urbanization. This paper investigates the causes, consequences, and potential solutions for gully erosion in the region, focusing on its impact on agriculture, infrastructure, and local communities. Through a comprehensive review of existing literature, field surveys, and interviews with local stakeholders, this research explores both the natural and human-induced factors driving erosion, the social and economic consequences, and the effectiveness of current mitigation efforts. The study finds that while localized efforts have yielded some positive outcomes, the scale of the problem requires coordinated intervention, sustainable land management practices, and strengthened governmental policies. The research proposes a holistic approach, combining community-based strategies, reforestation, and soil conservation techniques to address gully erosion and its adverse effects in Southeastern Nigeria.

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  • Cynthia Amaka Obiorah & Gerald Ndubuisi Okeke & Esang Lazarus Esitikot & Sony Emeka Ali & Ugah Theophilus Aku & Omatseyione Nesiama & Cletus Onyemhese Agbakhamen & Ogheneteme Pupu Okoro, 2025. "Critical Assessment of the Menace of Gully Erosion in Southeastern Nigeria," International Journal of Research and Scientific Innovation, International Journal of Research and Scientific Innovation (IJRSI), vol. 12(2), pages 983-987, February.
    • Handle: RePEc:bjc:journl:v:12:y:2025:i:2:p:983-987
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    1. Chukwuebuka Emeh & Ogbonnaya Igwe & Tochukwu A. S. Ugwoke, 2023. "Geospatial analysis of factors driving gully erosion: a case study from Southeastern Nigeria," Natural Hazards: Journal of the International Society for the Prevention and Mitigation of Natural Hazards, Springer;International Society for the Prevention and Mitigation of Natural Hazards, vol. 117(3), pages 2903-2933, July.
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