A recent study indicates that drought is frequently cited as a cause of violence between farmers and herders in Nigeria. However, the research suggests that violent clashes are more prevalent in areas where Muslim herders interact with predominantly Christian communities, indicating that religious divides may exacerbate competition for land and resources.
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Research Examines Impact of Religious Divides on Conflict During Drought in Nigeria
A study highlights that while drought is often blamed for violence between farmers and herders in Nigeria, the research finds that conflicts are more likely to occur in regions where Muslim herders and Christian communities coexist. This suggests that religious divides play a significant role in intensifying land competition.
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Nigeria: How religious divides worsen conflict during drought
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Research Examines Impact of Religious Divides on Conflict During Drought in Nigeria