EVALUATION OF CROSS RIVER NATIONAL PARK AS A CATALYST FOR COMMUNITY LIVELIHOOD SUSTENANCE, NIGERIA

This research focused on evaluation of Cross River National Park as a catalyst for community livelihood sustenance, Nigeria. Interviews and Focus Group Discussions were used to obtained primary data. Reconnaissance survey was conducted for one month in the National park to assess the situation on gr...

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Published in:Geo Journal of Tourism and Geosites 2024-06, Vol.53 (2), p.647-656
Main Authors: Etta, Cassidy Agbor, Eja, Eja Iwara, Owan, Emeka Josephet, Uyang, Francis Abul, Arikpo, Iyam Mary, Ushie, Christian Aloye, Dan, Felicia Agbor-Obun, Ebagu, Tangban Egbe, Ayeni, Queen Olubukola
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Biodiversity
Catalysts
communities livelihood
Community
Decision making
development
Economic opportunities
ecosystem
Ecosystems
Environmental economics
Infrastructure
Livestock
national park
National parks
Parks & recreation areas
River ecology
Sustainable tourism
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Summary:This research focused on evaluation of Cross River National Park as a catalyst for community livelihood sustenance, Nigeria. Interviews and Focus Group Discussions were used to obtained primary data. Reconnaissance survey was conducted for one month in the National park to assess the situation on ground and with the aid of a check-list. The Pearson Product Moment Correlation Coefficient was used to analyzed the data obtained from the study. Results findings shows that the current programs aimed at the development of the park's management were insufficient. To mitigate tensions between the park management and the communities, it is imperative to explore alternative livelihood options, with livestock rearing emerging as a viable avenue. This approach would provide the communities with improved economic opportunities.
ISSN:2065-0817
2065-1198
DOI:10.30892/gtg.53228-1240