The Niger Delta Region has in the past two decades experienced protracted violent conflicts. At the roots of these violent conflicts are the genuine quests of the people for sustainable development that is based on social justice, equity, fairness and environmental protection. Although richly endowed, the region is hopelessly poor. This paradox of poverty in the midst of plenty has been attributed to a myriad of factors ranging from Nigeria’s centralized federalism, to ethno-regional domination, corruption, poor governance, and oil-
related environmental degradation. Development in the Niger Delta is vital not only to the stability and prosperity of Nigeria, but also to global energy security. This book provides unique insights into the challenges of development and peace building in the Niger Delta, and insights into other resource-rich but poverty-stricken, conflict-prone regions of the world.
Author(s): Ukaga, Okechukwu; Ukiwo, Ukoha O.; Ibaba, Ibaba Samuel
Series: Routledge African Studies
Publisher: Taylor and Francis
Year: 2012
Language: English
Pages: 191
Tags: Natural resources Nigeria Niger River Delta Management Sustainable development
Cover
Natural Resources, Conflict, and Sustainable Development
Copyright
Contents
List of Figures
List of Tables
Foreword
Acknowledgments
1. Introduction: Natural Resource, Conflict, and Sustainable Development in the Niger Delta
2. Because of Oil?: Understanding the Globalization of the Niger Delta and Its Consequences
3. Overcoming Tyranny and Underdevelopment in the Niger Delta Through Appropriate Human Resources Development and Utilization
4. Assessing the Human Development Eff orts of the Niger Delta Development Commission
5. Entrepreneurship Development and Poverty Reduction in the Niger Delta
6. Nongovernmental Organizations and Conflict Resolution in Niger Delta: The Yakubu Gowon Centre’s Peace Process in Ogoni
7. Land Reform, Land Rights, and Development Challenges in Nigeria: A Focus on the Niger Delta
8. Challenges to Fundamental Rights of Women in the Niger Delta
9. Conclusion: Reclaiming Politics and Reforming Governance: Options for Sustainable Peace and Development in the Niger Delta
Contributors
Index
