Climate Change and its Threat to Food and Human Security: A Focus on Nigeria
This study investigates the profound implications of climate change on agriculture and human security in Nigeria. Employing a qualitative research methodology, the research conducts a meticulous literature review, revealing the direct and indirect impacts of climate change on food security. The vulnerability of the agricultural sector to changing weather patterns is underscored, anticipating reduced crop yields and livestock productivity. While the subtle nature of climate change initially downplays its direct threat to human security, the study recognizes its severe consequences globally and particularly in Nigeria. The effects exacerbate existing vulnerabilities, impacting the well-being of the population. Adaptation and resilience strategies, including climate-smart agriculture and drought-resistant crops, have been implemented in response to climate challenges. The conclusion emphasizes climate change as a significant threat to food and human security in Nigeria, necessitating comprehensive policies. Recommendations include strengthening agricultural resilience, improving smallholder farmers' access to inputs, enhancing climate information availability, and investing in climate-resilient infrastructure. Proactive measures are essential for mitigating climate change impacts, ensuring the well-being of Nigeria's citizens amid a changing climate.
该文为定性文献综述，未提供尼日利亚实地数据或量化模型，其适应策略建议适用于撒哈拉以南非洲小农情境，不宜直接套用于中国农业政策。