Nexus Between Oil Spillage and Environmental Justice in the Niger Delta
Domain:
environment and energyRecord type:
paper
Creator:
ChiJudJulAug
Publisher:
Fir
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The Niger Delta remains central to Nigeria's economic development due
to its vast oil and gas reserves, contributing approximately 70–80% of
national revenue. Despite this wealth, the region continues to experience
widespread poverty, environmental degradation, and social inequality. This
study examines the relationship between oil spillage and environmental justice
in the Niger Delta, emphasizing the disproportionate burden of environmental
harm on local communities. Adopting a qualitative approach based on
secondary data, the study explores regulatory failures, corporate accountability,
health implications, and socio-economic disruptions. The findings reveal
persistent institutional weaknesses and inadequate environmental governance,
resulting in limited access to justice and compensation for affected communities.
The study concludes that achieving environmental justice requires strengthened
regulatory enforcement, inclusive governance, and sustainable livelihood
strategies.
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