The Effect of Oil Exploration on Agriculture in the Niger Delta Region of Nigeria.

Oluwole Osunde

Bachelor's thesis

Abstract:

This study on "The Effect of Oil Exploration on Agriculture in the Niger Delta Region of Niger" is crucial due to the region's significance in both oil production and agriculture. Understanding the impact of oil exploration on agriculture is imperative for sustainable development, as the Niger Delta serves as a major agricultural hub in Nigeria. This study aimed to determine the effect of oil exploration activities and how they have influenced agricultural productivity and livelihoods in the region. Methodologically, a qualitative research design with of various techniques, including interviews, questionnaires, field observations, and secondary data from scientific literature, was employed and a survey was conducted in 2023, with a sample size of 105 respondents comprising farmers, local communities, and stakeholders. Key findings revealed a significant negative effect of oil exploration activities on agricultural output, land degradation, pollution, and disruption of traditional farming practices. Policy recommendations policies include; policies on fair compensation for oil spill victims, and stringent environmental regulations for oil companies should be enforced, and diversified agricultural practices that are resilient to environmental changes, such as agroforestry and aquaculture, should be implemented. Investing in research and development of innovative technologies and sustainable farming methods tailored to the unique environmental conditions of the Niger Delta region. In summary, this research sheds light on the intricate relationship between oil exploration and agriculture, offering valuable insights for policymakers, stakeholders, and communities to foster sustainable development in the Niger Delta region.

Keywords

Niger Delta, Exploration, Spillage, Oil, Agriculture, Mining

Jazyk práce: English

Datum vytvoření / odevzdání či podání práce: 20. 4. 2024

Obhajoba závěrečné práce

• Vedúci: Ing. Ing. William Nkomoki, Ph.D.
• Oponent: Oluwaseyi Adurapemi Olasoji, BSc

Czech University of Life Sciences Prague

Faculty of Tropical AgriSciences

Bachelor programme:
International Cooperation in Agricultural and Rural Development