AGRICULTURAL LAND USE: THE CONSEQUENCES OF VIOLENT CONFLICT IN SARDAUNA LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF TARABA STATE

Abstract

The purpose of the study was to examine the consequences of violent conflict in sardauna local government area of Taraba state. The specific objectives were to examine the socioeconomic characteristics the respondents, identify the IDP supporters, and analyses the consequences of violent conflict in the area. All the villages that have been affected with violent conflict were selected purposively, and sample was collected randomly. Open and closed ended questions were used with structural questionnaire. Data was analyses using both descriptive and inferential statistics.  The result of the study shows that majority 76% were male and 35 years is the average age of the respondents. The respondents’ found 84% and death shows 80% of the consequences of violent conflict. The study concluded that major consequences of the violent conflict in the area are loss of huge life and property. Large numbers of cattle have been killed while crop under cultivation have been abandoned due to fear of violent conflict. The study recommended that long term negotiation will be employed and the perpetrators most call to book. Their action may have implication to food security and this may hinder growth and development of the area.