Assessing the Impact of Climate Change on Governance: A Comprehensive Analysis of Flooding in Borno State, Nigeria.

Abstract

The Sustainable development goals (SDG), 13 goals lay emphasize on strengthen resilience and adaptive capacity to climate related hazards and natural disasters in all countries. As climate change intensifies, its impacts become increasingly evident, affecting environmental stability, economic livelihoods, and social cohesion. Severe flooding has impacted West and Central Africa this year, affecting an estimated 4 million people across countries such as Liberia, Nigeria, Mali, Niger, Chad, the Central African Republic, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. The weather events are increasingly affecting this region, making the environment more challenging for citizens who are already struggling to realize their basic rights to survival, safety, and education. This study i) Identify the Causes of Flooding in Borno State, ii) examine the Impact of Flooding on Governance, iii) evaluate the effectiveness solution to improve governance strategies on Climate resilience response to flooding in Borno State. This study employs qualitative approach, which involves an extensive review of peer-reviewed journals, conference papers, and official reports from credible sources, ensuring a well-rounded and reliable analysis. The study therefore recommends the need for adaptive governance strategies that integrate climate resilience into local planning and decision-making processes, Implement comprehensive early warning systems to provide timely information about impending flooding, enabling communities to take proactive measures and Invest in resilient infrastructure, such as improved drainage systems and flood barriers, to mitigate the impacts of flooding on vulnerable communities.