Deforestation and Desertification Dynamics in Northwestern Nigeria: A Systematic Review of Trends, Drivers, and Implications for the 2030 Agenda
Northwestern Nigeria, situated within the fragile Sudan-Sahel ecological zone, is experiencing an accelerated environmental crisis characterized by the synergistic processes of deforestation and desertification. This region serves as a critical buffer against the southward expansion of the Sahara, yet it faces unpre...