Economic exclusion and the health and wellbeing impacts of the oil industry in the Niger Delta region: a qualitative study of Ogoni experiences

When managed effectively, oil wealth can drive economic development and improve wellbeing. Conversely, as has been the experience in Ogoniland in the Niger Delta, the presence of the oil industry can lead to environmental degradation and social and economic vulnerabilities with negative impacts on h...

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Published inInternational journal for equity in health Vol. 23; no. 1; pp. 183 - 13
Main Authors Nkem, Augusta C, Devine, Susan, Ogaji, Daprim S, Topp, Stephanie M
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published London BioMed Central Ltd 12.09.2024
BioMed Central
BMC
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Ecological restoration
Economic aspects
Economic impacts
Environmental degradation
Environmental engineering
International economic relations
Local government
Natural resources
Nigeria
Oil industry
Petroleum industry
Philosophy
Social aspects
Social exclusion
Sustainable development
System Injustice
Water pollution
Nigeria
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Summary:When managed effectively, oil wealth can drive economic development and improve wellbeing. Conversely, as has been the experience in Ogoniland in the Niger Delta, the presence of the oil industry can lead to environmental degradation and social and economic vulnerabilities with negative impacts on health and wellbeing. Few studies have explored the experiences and perceptions of these impacts among residents of host communities themselves. This qualitative study explored Ogoni residents' experiences and perceptions of oil-industry related economic exclusion and associated impacts on health and wellbeing. In-depth interviews with 22 participants from four Local Government Areas (LGAs) were analyzed with open (inductive) coding. Guided by constructivist philosophy, interpretation of emerging themes was informed by the concept of social exclusion which recognizes that multi-dimensional processes can deprive individuals or groups of resources, rights, goods, and services, thus limiting broader societal participation. Addressing these issues requires integrated policy interventions focusing on equitable resource distribution, environmental restoration, and inclusive economic development to promote sustainable community resilience.
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ISSN:1475-9276
1475-9276
DOI:10.1186/s12939-024-02248-7