Research Article
Barriers of Integrated Management of Natural Disasters for the Resilience in Niger
Issue:
Volume 11, Issue 1, June 2025
Pages:
1-6
Received:
31 January 2025
Accepted:
17 February 2025
Published:
19 May 2025
DOI:
10.11648/j.ijsqa.20251101.11
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Abstract: The natural hazards and their impacts on populations, property and environment can vary over time and space. Thus, a prevention and risk management system has been implemented to increase the community resilience to natural disasters worldwide. However, the implementation of this system in Niger Republic is hindered by several barriers. The objective of this study is to analyse the barriers of integration of the risk management system in order to increase the resilience of populations while preserving the achievements. This study used the mixed methods which included qualitative description with phenomenological and participatory approaches. Thus, the semi structured interviews from thirty (30) institutions involved in disasters management at national level, the field observations and contents analysis are used. The results revealed that although the awareness among the authorities and existence of structures and tools for early warning, assessment and emergency response, there is a lack of support from a “common and integrated global vision’’ at the stakeholder level. They revealed also that the insufficient resources and training of actors hamper the effective functionality of the platform for the prevention and reduction of disaster risk. In this regards, the efforts should be made to allocate resources for the prevention, preparation and communication to the public. Given the accountability of the state, mechanism to measure progress made in terms of resilience should be also created in a consensual manner.
Abstract: The natural hazards and their impacts on populations, property and environment can vary over time and space. Thus, a prevention and risk management system has been implemented to increase the community resilience to natural disasters worldwide. However, the implementation of this system in Niger Republic is hindered by several barriers. The objecti...
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Research Article
‘Sundi’, a New Form of Snuff and Substance Abuse Among Residents of the Tamale Metropolis, Northern Ghana
Issue:
Volume 11, Issue 1, June 2025
Pages:
7-14
Received:
3 March 2025
Accepted:
8 April 2025
Published:
19 May 2025
DOI:
10.11648/j.ijsqa.20251101.12
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Abstract: This study investigates the use of “sundi”, a substance abused by people in the Tamale Metropolis. It identified the types of “sundi” commonly used among adults, such as AK47 Boss, Hajia Ayisha manpower, Sheihu Barhama etc. The process of using the ‘sundi’ in its moist form is called “soobu”. The study employed qualitative approach. Purposive and snowball sampling techniques were used to identify 80 participants. Data were collected through interview guide and focus group discussions with both men and women residing in the Tamale Metropolis. Through thematic analysis of the data, key themes emerged from the interviews, including knowledge of “sundi”, individual experience with the “sundi”, types of “sundi” and health implications of the use of “sundi”. The key theme that emerged from the focus group discussions is the “sundi” consumption patterns. The study revealed diverse insights into the impact of “sundi” substance on individuals and the community, indicating the reasons for “sundi” use and the various substances that are often mixed with it. The study makes recommendations to the Ghana Health Services, the Ministry of Health, Ghana Education Service, to implement comprehensive drug prevention programs, and strengthen law enforcement efforts to combat drug trafficking. Also, emphasizing awareness creation about the dangers of substance abuse and promoting community engagement is vital in tackling this complex issue. This study contributes to the existing body of knowledge on narcotic substance abuse and provides valuable insights to policymakers, healthcare professionals, and stakeholders working towards the prevention of drug abuse in the Tamale Metropolis. In conclusion, this study found that substance abuse has heavily impacted negatively on the lives of the young people in the Tamale metropolis.
Abstract: This study investigates the use of “sundi”, a substance abused by people in the Tamale Metropolis. It identified the types of “sundi” commonly used among adults, such as AK47 Boss, Hajia Ayisha manpower, Sheihu Barhama etc. The process of using the ‘sundi’ in its moist form is called “soobu”. The study employed qualitative approach. Purposive and s...
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Yahaya Maazou Moussa*
