Samuel O. OcholaF.L.M. Ming’ateHadiza, Ndagana Iyami2023-02-032023-02-032022http://ir-library.ku.ac.ke/handle/123456789/24644A Thesis Submitted in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Degree of Master of Environmental Studies (Community Development) in the School of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences Of Kenyatta UniversityThe goal of flood risk management is to reduce the socio-economic impact and loss of human resources that is caused by floods. Previous researches paid attention to the socio-demographic effects of disasters in general and not on the general flood risk assessment, such as; factors responsible among many others. This study investigates flood risk management for the socio-economic development of Loko Community in Song local government area in Adamawa State, Nigeria. Three main objectives proposed by the study are; to assess the socio-demographic characteristics of Loko Community, examine the level of compliance to flood risk management policies, and evaluate the effectiveness of flood risk management in influencing socio-economic development in Adamawa state. The study investigated the following hypotheses. (i) There are no distinctive socio-demographic characteristics that distinguish people in flood-prone areas from others not affected. (ii) There is no compliance to flood risk management policies in Loko community, Adamawa state, Nigeria. (iii) Flood risk management is not effective in promoting socio-economic development in Loko Community of Song Local Area Government. The study adopted a case study research design and targeted a population of (N=4,200) inhabitants, 800 households, 20 NEMA staff and 40 ADSEMA staff. Paper questionnaire was the main survey tool adopted for collection of data. The study also obtained information through Focus Group Discussions and key informant interviews. For data analysis, the study employed descriptive (descriptive statistics; frequencies and percentages) and inferential (ANOVA) analysis using SPSS version 22. The study found that flood significantly affects the socio-economic condition and livelihoods of the people. The study also found that there is some level of compliance to disaster management and control policy in the community. The study revealed that the main flood challenges in the study community include; inadequate funding for flood risk management, poor community participation, high illiteracy levels and stereotypes within the community. The study recommends that houses should be built using durable materials and away from flood paths. It is essential that houses outside of flood plains will lessen the consequences of flooding. Also, the Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives should encourage communities to cultivate more on upland by providing financing through the Extension Services to improve food security for households. The number of assistance programs for the impacted should be increased, and the support programs should give priority to viable farmers. The study finds that better and more effective strategies must be created to prepare for and lessen the effects of floods. This is attainable through an inclusive programme that involves all the players of the community. To encourage community engagement in flood risk planning, as well as the creation and application of risk assessment strategies. Furthermore, it is important to address socio-economic issues like poverty, livelihood profile, cultural perspectives, the status of marginalized social groups, and the rights of racial and ethnic minorities immediately.enFlood Risk ManagementSocio-Economic DevelopmentLoko CommunityAdamawa State, NigeriaThesis