PERCEPTION OF RESIDENTS ON EFFECT OF SOIL EROSION ON SETTLEMENT IN ESE-ODO LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, ONDO STATE, NIGERIA.
Abstract
This study investigates residents' perceptions of the effects of soil erosion on settlements in Ese Odo, Ondo State, Nigeria. The research highlights soil erosion's significant environmental and socio-economic impacts, including damage to infrastructure, loss of agricultural productivity, and increased vulnerability to flooding. A cross-sectional survey of 382 respondent’s revealed high awareness of soil erosion, with deforestation, construction activities, and natural factors identified as primary causes. The study demonstrates a strong relationship between education levels and understanding of soil erosion's effects, emphasizing the need for community-driven strategies to mitigate its impacts. Key recommendations include implementing sustainable land-use practices, enhancing public awareness, and investing in erosion control infrastructure to improve the resilience of vulnerable communities. Findings provide insights for policymakers and stakeholders to address soil degradation and promote sustainable settlement development
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