The Roles and the Challenges of Traditional Rulers in Land Conflicts and Management in Nigeria : a Case Study of Bauchi State in Nigeria
Ibrahim Jahun, Saidu
In this paper, the process of land acquisition and sources of land conflicts would be discussed. The definition and the roles of traditional rulers would be given and the historical evolution of the traditional institution in Nigeria with particular reference to Bauchi State experience in land management would be presented. The unique position of Bauchi state in Nigeria in terms of its significant population and land mass has been identified. The statees advantageous position as regards to its socio-political weight in Nigeriaas land administration is highlighted. The specific roles and the yearning gap of the traditional institutionns contribution in land conflict and resolution would be enumerated as it affects Bauchi State. The prospects and the problems of the traditional rulerss roles would be listed. In conclusion, recommendations towards effective role of traditional rulers in land matters would be offered.
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