Navigating Environmental Migration in Nigeria: Trends, Impacts, And Strategic Responses

Year 2025, Volume: 8 Issue: 1, 1 - 10

Ahmad Said Abubakar , Nura Isyaku Bello , Auwal Haruna Ismail

Abstract

This paper examines the growing phenomenon of environmental migration in Nigeria, analyzing its patterns, consequences, and management strategies. The study reveals an increasing trend of population displacement driven by climate change, desertification, flooding, and resource degradation, particularly affecting the Lake Chad Basin and coastal regions. Our analysis demonstrates that environmental migration significantly impacts Nigeria's socio-economic fabric, creating pressures on urban infrastructure, exacerbating resource conflicts, and reshaping traditional livelihood patterns. The research identifies key adaptation and mitigation strategies, including climate-resilient agriculture, early warning systems, and targeted social protection programs. However, these interventions face substantial governance challenges, including limited institutional capacity and complex land tenure systems. The study also explores ethical dimensions, particularly regarding vulnerable populations and climate justice. Drawing on both quantitative data and qualitative case studies, we argue for an integrated policy framework that balances immediate humanitarian needs with long-term resilience building. This research contributes to the growing literature on environmental migration while providing practical insights for policymakers addressing this critical challenge in Nigeria.

Keywords

Environment, Migration, Adaptation, Nigeria

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