Local Residents’ Perception on the Causes and Effects of Deforestation in Fufore Local Government Area, Adamawa State, Nigeria
Journal Title: International Journal of Engineering Sciences & Research Technology - Year 30, Vol 3, Issue 7
Abstract
The aim of this study was to assess the local residents’ understanding of the causes of deforestation in Fufore Local Government Area of Adamawa State, Nigeria. Structured questionnaire was used to obtain the views of the populace on the causes and the effects of deforestation. Questionnaires were administered to 602 respondents randomly picked in 3 Districts out of 7 in the Local Government Area. The data collected was analyzed using simple statistics and the results presented using tables. It was discovered that the local residents are aware of the high rate of deforestation in the area. They attributed the high rate of deforestation in the area to fuelwood extraction and overcultivation. The study revealed that the tree species mostly harvested are Anogeissus leiocarpus, Combretum ghasalense and Daniellia oliveri. This is because of their usage either as fuelwoods or for the production of domestic utensils such as mortar and pistles as well as handles of local farm tools like hoes, cutlasses, sickles, knives etc. The most serious effects of deforestation in the area include erosion, loss of vegetal resources and increase in temperature. Based on these findings, it is recommended that there is need to intensify tree planting campaign. Government should ensure the availability of both Kerosene and Gas and enlighten citizen on the dangers of deforestation. Laws regulating cutting down of trees should be promulgated and enforced, as this would go a long way in curtailing the rate of deforestation in the area.
Authors and Affiliations
A. M. Ba, M. Galtima
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