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Notions of environment and environmental management in Akwa Ibom State, Southeastern Nigeria

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  • Emmanuel M. Akpabio

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In the study of environmental degradation, there has not been sufficient attention paid to the perceptions of the local inhabitants. The importance of traditional beliefs and practices has often been overlooked. This paper looks at traditional and Christian beliefs in Akwa Ibom State in South Eastern Nigeria. Interviews, observations and focus group discussions were used to collect the data. The data analysis shows that knowledge and attitudes are somewhat linked to tradition but also influenced by Christian ideas concerning genesis. There are a number of recommendations made.

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  • Emmanuel M. Akpabio, 2006. "Notions of environment and environmental management in Akwa Ibom State, Southeastern Nigeria," Environment Systems and Decisions, Springer, vol. 26(4), pages 227-236, December.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:envsyd:v:26:y:2006:i:4:d:10.1007_s10669-006-8658-3
    DOI: 10.1007/s10669-006-8658-3
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