EFFECT OF CLIMATE-CONFLICT DISPLACEMENT ON FOOD SECURITY IN JIBIA LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, KATSINA STATE

This study examined the effect of climate-conflict displacement on food security among Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in Jibia Local Government Area of Katsina State, Nigeria. The area has experienced recurrent farmer-herder conflicts and climate-related shocks such as flooding and drought, which have contributed to large-scale displacement and disruption of livelihood activities. The study specifically assessed the socio-economic characteristics of the displaced population, identified the major drivers of displacement, evaluated the three dimensions offood security availability, accessibility, utilization, and analysed the relationship between displacement andfood security outcomes among IDPs in the study area. A descriptive survey research design was adopted. Primary data were collected using structured questionnaires administered to IDPs supported by field observations. A multistage sampling technique was used to select respondents across designated camps and host communities within Jibia LGA. Data were analysed using descriptive statistics, food security indicators, and correlation analysis to establish the relationship between displacement variables and food security status. Findings revealed that climate-relatedfactors and violent conflict jointly contributed to displacement in the study area, leading to the loss offarmland, livelihood disruption, and reduced household income. The study established that food availability and accessibility were significantly constrained, while food utilization was compromised by limited resources, overcrowded living conditions, and inadequate humanitarian support. The results further showed a significant relationship between displacement intensity and the level offood insecurity among IDPs. The study concludes that climate-conflict displacement has a profound negative effect on food security among IDPs in Guma LGA. It recommends strengthening local early-warning systems, improving livelihood restoration programmes, enhancing food assistance mechanisms, and promoting community-based disaster risk reduction strategies to build resilience among displacedpopulations.