PARTICIPATORY FOREST MANAGEMENT: A DISCUSSION ON ITS APPLICABILITY IN NIGERIA

Abstract

This paper discusses the concept of Participatory Forest Management and how it can be useful in the sustainable management of the Nigerian forests. It explored various useful literature materials, pointing out the applicability of the concept in the Nigerian situation. It also drew examples from some countries where the concept have been used. The application of this concept in Nigeria, where there is conflict over natural resource exploitation, could lead to the achievement of communal peace and sustainable forest resources management. Key words: participatory; forest management; community forest; conservation.