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– Traditional Weather Wisdom Enhances Early Warnings for Farmers
– Sacred Groves, Agroforestry and Community Practices Support Biodiversity
– Calls Grow for Documentation and Policymaking to Safeguard Local Wisdom
Experts emphasize that Indigenous Knowledge Systems (IKS) offer time-tested, context-specific climate solutions deeply rooted in community observation and experience. For instance, farmers in Osun State predict seasonal changes through signs like cricket calls, cattle egrets, and termite activity—indicating shifts in rainfall patterns with statistical accuracy. Elsewhere, coastal communities like the Kalabari rely on spiritual beliefs, mangrove sanctuaries, and elevated housing designs to cope with flooding and environmental change. In Yoruba culture, sustainable practices—such as sacred groves and agroforestry—play vital roles in conserving biodiversity and supporting soil health.
However, experts also warn that these invaluable systems are rapidly being undermined by modern pressures: youthful disengagement, weak documentation, and climate unpredictability threaten their continuation. To harness their full potential, scholars and development advocates call for stronger efforts in documentation, inclusive research, and policy recognition. Initiatives such as Indigenous Climate Knowledge Centers, hybrid early warning systems, and engaged participatory policymaking could bridge traditional wisdom with modern strategies to boost community resilience across Nigeria.
