Title: Innovative Instruments for Climate Adaptation and Mitigation in Africa: Reference to Nigeria's Soil and Agriculture
Authors: Lukuman Lekan ADELAKUN
Volume: 10
Issue: 1
Pages: 72-79
Publication Date: 2026/01/28
Abstract:
Climate change presents a growing threat to agricultural productivity and soil quality in Nigeria, particularly among rural farming communities. This study explored the types, intensity of usage, impact, and challenges associated with climate-resilient instruments aimed at improving soil fertility and crop yield. The objective was to assess how these innovations influence farmers' adaptation strategies and outcomes. Using a descriptive survey design, data were collected from 600 respondents across major agricultural zones in Nigeria was analysed using mean scores, standard deviation, frequency distribution, cross tabulation logistic regression and factor analysis. The study's findings revealed that drought-tolerant seeds and precision farming tools were the most adopted innovations, access to extension services significantly influenced usage intensity (p < 0.05), innovations positively impacted soil quality and crop productivity with statistically significant relationships (B = 1.742, OR = 5.709, p = 0.000) and affordability and technical complexity were the major constraints to adoption. The study's conclusion examined the role of cutting-edge instruments for climate adaptation and mitigation in Nigeria's agriculture sector. Adoption is uneven despite availability because of financial limitations, a lack of extension services, and infrastructure deficiencies. Stakeholders should implement a multi-stakeholder strategy including Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs), digital literacy training, extension capacity building, and flexible financing to foster adoption, particularly among smallholders, women, and youth, ensuring long-term resilience and sustainability in farming systems