The Niger Delta region of Nigeria is blessed with an abundance of oil, but cursed with social issues that threaten the very fabric of its communities. This book delves into the complex relationships between oil extraction especially in Ogoni Land, gender dynamics, and unemployment, exposing the devastating consequences of neglect and mismanagement.
Through rigorous research and personal narratives, the author sheds light on the struggles of women, youth, and marginalized groups in the Niger Delta. The book explores how the oil industry's dominance has led to widespread unemployment, environmental degradation, and social dislocation.
With a focus on gender, the book reveals how women bear the brunt of the region's social and economic challenges, from poverty and domestic violence to limited access to education and healthcare.
This timely and thought-provoking book offers a nuanced understanding of the Niger Delta's social issues, highlighting the need for sustainable development, gender equality, and community-led initiatives to address the region's deep-seated problems.
Key Features:
- Explores the intersection of oil extraction, gender dynamics, and unemployment in the Niger Delta
- Examines the social and economic challenges faced by women, youth, and marginalized groups
- Offers a nuanced understanding of the region's complex issues and potential solutions
- Highlights the need for sustainable development, gender equality, and community-led initiatives
This book is essential reading for scholars, policymakers, and anyone interested in understanding the social implications of oil extraction and the struggles of marginalized communities in the Niger Delta.
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Book Title
Oil, Gender and Unemployment: Social Issues in the Niger Delta
Author: Mina Margaret Ogbanga
ISBN: 978-93-92181-95-5
Publisher: Eduindex, New Delhi, India
Imprint: Eduindex
Year: 2024
Pages: 183
DOI: http:doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.13313192
