| dc.description.abstract | Climate issues in Nigeria presents complex socio-economic, and environmental
challenges, with severe consequences such as biodiversity loss, declining
agricultural yields, food insecurity, flooding, drought, and heightened public
health risks. This study, focusing on Imo State, provides evidence of climate
variability through irregular rainfall and temperature patterns, which significantly
impact agriculture, infrastructure, and livelihoods. Findings reveal high public
awareness of climate change, with flooding identified as a major threat, alongside
perceptions of individuals, industrial and governmental negligence. While
environmental laws exist, weak enforcement undermines their effectiveness. The
study concludes that there is a strong relationship between climate issues and
environmental governance in Imo State. It recommends strengthening
institutional capacity, promoting climate-resilient agriculture, improving flood
management, conserving ecosystems, expanding renewable energy, and
integrating indigenous approaches into climate adaptation policies to enhance
resilience and sustainable development. | pt_BR |
