Aniefiok S. Itohowo

Department of Geography and Natural Resources Management, University of Uyo, Uyo, Nigeria

Publications

• Research Article   
  Valuing the boat building and repairs potential of Akwa Ibom State within the framework of the blue economy
  Author(s): Aniefiok S. Itohowo*, Emmanuel P. Udofia and Ebong M. Sampson
  
  This study assessed the boat building and repairs endowment of Akwa Ibom State in order to ascertain its potential for the development of the state in the context of the blue economy. A total of 29 coastal communities with a direct connection to the Atlantic Ocean were selected from the five local government areas of the state. Using the observation method, information was collected on some boatyard, types of boat/canoes produced, methods of production, sources of materials, and methods of repairs. Information was collected on some shipyard, types of boat/canoes produced, methods of production, sources of materials, and methods of repairs. Findings showed that there were only five local shipyards in the study area located at Esin Ufot, Ibaka Mbe Ndoro, Qua Iboe River Estuary, Emereoke communities. These were found to be grossly inadequate considering the potential of marine related ac.. View More»
  

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