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IMPACT OF RIVER BASIN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITIES ON AGRICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT IN NIGERIA
No full textDespite established agricultural policies and programs in Nigeria, farmers face persistent challenges such as inadequate access to credit, poor infrastructure, and limited market access. These issues hinder productivity and profitability, leading to outcry among farmers who struggle to sustain their livelihoods and contribute to national food security. To this end, this paper examines the impact of River Basin Development Authorities on agricultural development in Nigeria. The study is anchored on structural change theory as its framework of analysis. Data for were collected from questionnaire administered to a sample of 331 respondents and in-depth interview involving 4 respondents selected from the sampling units. Data were also collected from secondary sources. Data from questionnaire were analysed using simple percentages and frequency tables, while data from in-depth interview were analysed using narrative analytical method. Finding revealed that River Basin Development Authorities are key players in ensuring efficient water management, which is critical for agricultural productivity. Their activities include developing irrigation infrastructure, controlling floods, providing technical support to farmers, and promoting sustainable agricultural practices. Secondly, the study reveals that despite concerted efforts by River Basin Development Authorities in Nigeria, their impact on fisheries, mechanized farming, livestock, and agricultural development remains elusive. The authorities have struggled to effectively translate their efforts into meaningful outcomes, leaving a gap between intentions and actual impact on the ground in these crucial areas of development. The study recommends among others that to ensure that RBDAs\u27 interventions are result-oriented and beneficial for local farmers, there needs to be a focus on continuous monitoring and evaluation of projects. This includes assessing the impact of RBDAs\u27 activities on agricultural productivity and sustainability, as well as gathering feedback from farmers to make necessary adjustments
CHALLENGES CONFRONTING RIVER BASIN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITIES IN PROMOTING AGRICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT IN NIGERIA
No full textNigeria continues to import agricultural products despite numerous agricultural policies due to persistent challenges such as inadequate infrastructure, poor implementation, and lack of support for farmers. These issues hinder local production and self-sufficiency, forcing reliance on imports to meet food demand. In the light of the above, this study examines the challenges Confronting River Basin Development Authorities in promoting Agricultural Development in Nigeria. The study employed survey research method with the use of primary and secondary method of data. Institutional theory was used to shed light on how existing structures and practices enable corruption and hinder accountability. These actions undermine the effective implementation of agricultural projects and hinder sustainable development. Findings from the investigation shows that efficacy of River Basin Development Authorities (RBDAs) in advancing agricultural development is hindered by inadequate cooperation and coordination among stakeholders, alongside political interference and bureaucratic hurdles. These challenges undermine thecollective efforts needed to optimize resource utilisation and implement cohesive strategies within river basins. The study recommends among others that addressing inadequate cooperation and coordination among stakeholders, political interference, and bureaucratic hurdles is crucial
