Food Scarcity, Insecurity, Poor Road Network and Social Instability in IMO State

Bethel Chidiebere Uzoagba; Ojiugo Chijinwa Akakuru

doi:10.59890/ijgsr.v3i9.75

Authors

Bethel Chidiebere Uzoagba Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education, Owerri
Ojiugo Chijinwa Akakuru Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education, Owerri

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.59890/ijgsr.v3i9.75

Keywords:

Food Scarcity, Social Instability, Rural Development, Infrastructure and Security

Abstract

Food scarcity and social instability are twin social problems that are plaguing every rural community in Imo state in the recent times. This is regardless of various efforts made by both Federal and state governments to boost agricultural production in rural communities. The paper examines the impact of food scarcity, insecurity, poor road infrastructure on social instability in Imo state. The study utilized a survey research design in sample of 646 respondents across selected rural and semi-urban communities using a structured questionnaire. The findings reveal that there are high levels of food scarcity, insecurity, and poor road conditions which is strongly correlated with reported social instability in Imo state. The findings suggest that these factors form a vicious cycle that significantly undermines socio-economic stability. The study recommends integrated policy interventions focusing on enhancing security, agricultural investment, and critical road infrastructure to foster sustainable development and peace in the region

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