Native-Centric Ecological Model and Decolonizing Agriculture in Nigeria

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Keywords:

Decolonisation, Sustainable Agriculture, Model, Eco-individualism, Ecology

Abstract

How will sustainable farming seek to fulfil present-day food security while conserving environmental resources? Finding equilibrium in food security is challenged by eco-individualism. Using the philosophical method of analysis, this study finds that eco-individualism characterizes the moral dominance of other members of the earth. The study recommends the implementation of the Native-Centric Ecological Model (NCEM), a decolonization practice aimed at restraining eco-individualism. The NCEM is an idea rooted in agroecology that involves integrating native ecological knowledge, social practices, and community engagement in rice farming to enhance biodiversity and environmental sustainability. It will also help improve food security and enhance sustainable rice farming in Nigeria. The study concludes that improving farmers' well-being, increasing community commitment to ecological practices, and supporting biodiversity conservation will promote the well-being of the earth, aimed at restraining eco individualism.

Author Biographies

  • Ikechukwu Monday Osebor, Department of Philosophy, University of Delta, Agbor, Nigeria

    Dr. I.M. Osebor is a lecturer in the Department of Philosophy at the University of Delta Agbor, Nigeria. He has research interests in native-centric philosophy, as well as applied and theoretical ethics.

  • Michael Onyeisi Ejiodu, Department of Languages (English and Literary Studies), University of Delta, Agbor, Nigeria

    Dr. Michael Onyeisi Ejiodu is a lecturer in the Department of Languages (English and Literary Studies) at the University of Delta Agbor, Nigeria. His research focuses on eco-criticism and literary appreciation.

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Published

2024-12-30

Issue

Vol. 15 No. 2 (2024): LAPAI JOURNAL OF HUMANITIES

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Articles