S. ODIANA

Climate change is a global problem exacerbated by human actions and behaviour. For this reason, it has become essential for individuals to take actions at their level to decrease their environmental footprint and mitigate climate change. This study was carried out to determine the efforts made by individuals residing in Benin City towards climate change mitigation. There were a total of 100 participants in the study who were selected using convenience sampling. Data was collected using a structured questionnaire having a reliability index of 0.819. Collected data was analysed using descriptive and inferential statistical tools in SPSS version 20. The results obtained showed that the participants were mostly female (65%) and aged between 18 - 25 years (76.3%). The awareness on climate change among participants was moderate. However, knowledge on climate mitigation actions was low and implementation of mitigation actions was minimal. The efforts made by individuals were found to have a positive impact on environmental sustainability in their surroundings. The awareness of climate change and mitigation efforts were significantly positively correlated (R = 0.550, p =0.000), similarly the awareness of climate change and efforts towards environmental sustainability were significantly correlated (R = 0.522, p =0.000). Therefore, it was concluded that based on the findings, targeted interventions are necessary to increased knowledge on climate change, mitigation measures and the implementation of climate mitigation plans to ensure environmental sustainability

Climate change is part of the most pressing environmental challenges of the 21st century, with its adverse effects felt across the globe through increase in temperatures, altered rainfall patterns, and increasing incidences of extreme weather events. These changes pose serious threats to food security, livelihoods, and sustainable development. In regions like Benin City (Edo State, Nigeria), climate-induced flooding and other extreme events have undermined food availability and lead to food security. This study examines determinants of adopting climate change adaptation strategies for food security in Benin City. A structured Likert-scale questionnaire was distributed to one hundred and fifty (150) respondents using google form and the data collected was subjected to descriptive and correlation statistics using statistical package for social scientists (SPSS) . The results showed low awareness of climate change impacts on food security. Correlation analysis revealed moderate positive relationships between awareness to climate change and socio-demographic factors which is statistically significant (r = 0.373, p = 0.000<0.05) and between awareness to climate change and socio-cultural influences which is also statistically significant (r = 0.380, p = 0.000<0.05). However, the study also identified barriers such as inadequate institutional support, limited access to finance, and weak infrastructural capacity as key challenges limiting effective responses. It was concluded that although local communities in Benin City demonstrate resilience through livelihood diversification, their capacity to adapt remains constrained without coordinated government intervention and broader policy support. The study recommends the introduction of climate change awareness into educational and extension programmes, the promotion of renewable energy and sustainable agricultural practices, improved access to climate information, investment in sustainable agricultural practices, and stronger collaboration between government agencies, private actors, and civil society in order to enhance adaptive capacity and safeguard livelihoods.

Climate change presents significant threats to human and environmental systems, with impacts including rising temperatures, flooding, drought, biodiversity loss, and declining agricultural productivity. While a variety of adaptation strategies exist, adoption rates remain relatively low, often due to social, institutional, and psychological barriers rather than a lack of available
measures. This study helps to investigate the underlying factors that hinder individuals from adopting climate change adaptation strategies, with particular focus on psychological, social, financial, institutional, and sociocultural barriers. A structured questionnaire was administered to 160 respondents in Benin City, and the data were analyzed using SPSS for reliability, descriptive statistics, and correlation analysis. The reliability of the instrument used for this study is 0.867. The result revealed that a majority of respondents are aware of climate change adaptation strategies and understand their potential impacts. Contrary to expectations, insufficient finance and sociocultural beliefs were not identified as significant barriers, as most respondents demonstrated that finance was not a barrier to them and cultural openness to adaptation measures. Institutional and government-related barriers were minimal, though concerns about unclear policies and low trust in government initiatives were noted. Psychological barriers, such as low self-efficacy and skepticism toward expert advice, emerged as moderate obstacles, influencing perceptions of responsibility and individual action. Correlation analysis showed a negative relationship between age and education with climate change awareness, while awareness was positively associated with psychological barriers. Therefore, people in the study area have little challenges in term of awareness, finances, institutional, psychological and
sociocultural barriers in adopting climate change adaptation strategies. . However, climate literacy should be integrated into curricula and supported by media and community-based outreach so as to increase awareness.

Climate change has become a significant global threat in the 21st century. This has led to various crises, including irregular precipitation patterns, flooding, melting ice caps, and droughts. These changes are driven by both natural factors and human activities such as greenhouse gas emissions, changes in Earth’s orbit, fossil fuel combustion, and tectonic movements. One of the most critical impacts of climate change is the water supply crisis. This study aim to assess how climate change influences the sustainability of water supply in Agenebode. Data was collected by distribution of one hundred and fifty hard-copy Likert-scale questionnaires to respondents and analyzed using descriptive and correlation statistics through the use of Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS). The result shows that there is minimal vulnerability of water supply to climate change, the people do not behave in a way to cope with the impact of climate change, socioeconomic and cultural factor have less influence on domestic water consumption patterns and sustainability and there is little challenges in implementing sustainable water management practices. Therefore, it is seen that the people in the study area have minimal challenges in sustaining domestic water supply in a changing climate. it is recommended that the promotion of climate-resilient infrastructure capable of withstanding floods and droughts is essential for sustainable water management in vulnerable communities