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Economic Consequences of Kidnapping on Agricultural Productivity in Nasarawa State, Nigeria

Kidnapping has become a major disruption to economic activities, exerting serious effects on agricultural productivity. The risk of abduction creates pervasive insecurity, deterring farmers from fully participating in farming activities and from committing to essential investments in modern agricultural inputs. The study examined the economic consequences of kidnapping on agricultural activities in Nasarawa State Nigeria, with emphasis on farmer’s income, productivity, and rural economic stability. The objectives were to examine the effect of kidnapping on farmer’s income and livelihoods, asse…