Dr Ekpenyong David Oboqua & Ede Christian S. Okechukwu
Abstract
The study investigated the influence of communal conflicts on farming activities in Biase Local Government Area of Cross River State, Nigeria. One specific purpose and one null hypothesis were used in the study. Ex-post facto design was adopted for the study. A sample of 512 respondents was selected from ten communities using purposive sampling technique. The instrument used for data collection was a 2-section, 20-item structured questionnaire developed, validated and administered to respondents. The reliability of the instrument was determined using Cronbach alpha method at .74. Data collected were analysed using one way analysis of variance (ANOVA). The findings from the results revealed that communal conflicts has a significant influence on farming activities in Biase Local Government Area of Cross River State, Nigeria. Based on the finding, it was recommended among others that there should be adequate awareness creation and sensitisation to promote change among various communities.