Publication Date
2025
Document Type
Dissertation/Thesis
First Advisor
Kuehl, Colin
Degree Name
M.A. (Master of Arts)
Legacy Department
Department of Political Science
Abstract
This thesis argues that citizens’ perceptions of fairness in the distribution of natural resource revenues influence their support for environmental regulation in Nigeria. The analysis shows that individuals who perceive revenue distribution as fair are more likely to back environmental policies. Utilizing data from Afrobarometer Round 9, this study employs logistic regression to assess this relationship while controlling for demographic and attitudinal factors, including age, education, urban residency, climate awareness, trust in government, and party affiliation. The results demonstrate a strong and statistically significant relationship between perceived fairness and support for environmental regulation, even after isolating these variables. Overall, the strong correlation identified stresses the crucial role of distributional fairness in shaping public attitudes toward environmental regulation in Nigeria.
Recommended Citation
Samuel, Isaiah Chukwudi, "Does Fairness Shape Environmental Attitudes? Evidence from Nigeria’s Extractions" (2025). Graduate Research Theses & Dissertations. 8179.
https://huskiecommons.lib.niu.edu/allgraduate-thesesdissertations/8179
Extent
52 pages
Language
en
Publisher
Northern Illinois University
Rights Statement
In Copyright
Rights Statement 2
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Media Type
Text
