Nigerian's threatened environment: an obstacle to rural poverty eradication

Community Participation in Environmental Conservation and Protection: A Case study of Kida community, Hawul local Government Area of Borno State, Nigeria

“…Given the resource-dependence of rural populations in developing countries, and given that many natural environments and habitats are declining in these countries, it is tempting to conclude that poverty is a major cause of environmental degradation in poorer economies [18]. Nigeria blessed with rich and diverse flora, fauna and habitats that are declining in both quality and quantity due to unsustainable exploitation and misuse [19,20].…”

“…Human assault on the environment continues to have far reaching consequences on the integrity of the planet and its living. The implementation of various International conventions and protocols, relevant to biodiversity conservation and environmental protection to which Nigeria is a signatory should be enhanced in order to achieve decent livelihood among rural dwellers [19].…”