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Application of Multiple Use Models, in Sustainable Forest Management Planning
(Zenith Book House, 2010) Jimoh, S.O.
Assessment of Tree Diversities in Oban Division of the Cross River National Park (CRNP), Nigeria
(2013) Adeyemi, A.A.; Jimoh, S.O.; Adesoye, P.O.
Many tropical forests are under great anthropogenic pressure and require management intervention to maintain the overall biodiversity, productivity and sustainability. This cannot be possible without proper understanding of their structure and species diversities. Tree diversity in Oban Division of the CRNP was assessed. Systematic sampling technique was adopted for plot locations. Two transects, 2km long with a distance of 600m apart were cut in each of the three study sites. Four plots of 50m><50m were laid alternately along each transect at 500m intervals in the closed canopy and secondary forests. Forty-eight plots were used for the study. Tree growth parameters were measured on all the trees with Dbh>10cm within each plot. All the measured trees were identified and classified into their respective families. Species diversity indices were computed for the trees in the two forest types. The canopy layer to which each tree belongs was noted. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, Diversity Indices, t-test as well as analysis of variance. A total of 118 species (107 genera and 37 families) of trees were recorded, with 72 and 69 species in the closed canopy and secondary forests respectively. The Strombosia spp. was the most abundant species in the forests. The family, Olacaceac accounted for 11.94% of the total individuals recorded in the area. This was followed by Mimosoideae (8.4%). The average tree stems/ha was 158 and 130 in the closed canopy and secondary forest respectively. The Simpson’ Indices were 0.99 and 0.98 for the two forest types respectively, which implied high floristic richness The Shannon-Wiener’s Indices (4.36 and 4.14) and the equitability ratios (0.9513 and 0.9506) were high for the two forest types, which indicated moderate representation of most of the species in the area. The tree growth parameters significantly differ under different canopy layers (P<0.05). However, most of the parameters were not significantly different in the two forest types fP>0.05)
Biofuel initiatives in West Africa and the Sahel: potential for success
(2015) Popoola, L.; Larwanou, M.; Jimoh, S.O.
Global warming has heightened the need to substitute fossil fuels with biomass-based energy sources. Some West African countries have recorded appreciable progress in this regard though with inadequate documentation. This study documents the extent of production and use of different biofuels and incentives for sustainability in the sub-region. Field visits were conducted in Benin, Ghana, Niger and Nigeria with the aid of structured questionnaire and focus group discussions; and literature search in Mali, Niger and Senegal to assess current scenarios. Biofuel crop production (jatropha, cassava and sugarcane) is on the rise, howbeit, with foreign investments. That cassava and sugarcane are important staples in the sub-region constitutes a possible hindrance to their adoption, arising from food crisis currently being experienced there. Jatropha appears the most appropriate potential species. There is the need for enabling policies to enhance the optimum production and utilization of Jatropha for biofuel production in the sub-region
Can Ntfps Help Eradicate Poverty? A Case Study from Tropical Lowland Rainforest of Southwest Nigeria
(Forestry Association of Nigeria, 2011) Amusa, T.O.; Babalola, F.D.; Jimoh, S.O.; Popoola, L.
The study investigated the potential of NTFP trade towards eradicating poverty, by analyzing revenues accruable to harvesters and marketers of five top priority NTFP species including: bush mango (Irvingia gabonensis), African walnut (Tetracarpidiwn conophorum syn. Plukenetia conophora), chew-stick (Massularia acuminata), fever bark (Anninckia chloranta syn. Enantia chloranta) and bush pepper (Piper guineense) in the tropical lowland rainforest of Omo and Shasha Forest Reserves, Southwest Nigeria. The snowball method as well as a simple random sampling technique was used to select harvesters and marketers for questionnaire surveys. Information were gathered on products harvesting and utilization patterns, units of marketing of the products and pricing, influence of seasonality on product availability, and average quantity of products harvested and sold in a month among others. The data generated from the survey were subjected to descriptive statistics. The statistical model for student’s t-test was used to compare the contributions of NTFPs and other source(s) of income of respondents. Results revealed a significant difference between the income generated from the selected products and those from other sources. All the NTFPs except Irvingia gabonensis currently have low- medium likelihood of helping to eradicate poverty. There is a marked influence of seasonality on the potentials of the selected species in income generating activities. There is also a wide reflection of decreasing trend in the availability of selected NTFPs, particularly among harvesters, thus portending an ominous picture of the resource base. Our results suggest that the potential of NTFPs towards helping in the eradication of poverty remains conjectural. There is therefore, the need for a conscious and concerted effort towards the improvement of the NTFP sector for both conservation and economic development.
Comparative Assessment of Pathological Condition of Selected Mahogani Trees
(University of Ibadan Centre for Sustainable Development, 2014) Onefeli, A.O.; Jegede, O.; Oyedeji, F.; Adegoke, F.; Adegeye, A. O.; Jimoh, S.O.
Sustainability of mahogany trees have been threatened by the pandemic of fungal diseases, but Variation exists in the level of occurrence of the diseases among the trees. Thus, diagnosing the level of susceptibility of mahogany to the diseases will be the first step to ameliorating the impact of the diseases on the trees' abundance. This study comparatively investigated the pathological status of selected mahogany trees (Khaya senegalensis and Entandrophfagma cylindricum. Diseased samples of the tree species were collected from a mahogany forest located in Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State, Nigeria. Data were collected through laboratory analysis of the samples and statistically analyzed with the use of ANOVA and t-test at cto.os. Result shows that £. cylindricum is more susceptible to fungal attack by collectotrichum (66.67%), aspergillus (22.22%) and fusarium (18.51%). While in K. senegalensis, the frequency of occurrence (FOC) of the diseases were 62.96%, 14.81% and 14.81% respectively. There was however, no significant different in the FOC of the two species. ßut on utility, it is better tö adhere to K. senegalensis:it has less pathological weakness
Contributions Of Locust Bean (Parkia Biglobosa, Jacque Benth) Seeds Production And Marketing To The Household Economy Of Kajola Local Govemment Area, Oyo State, Nigeria,
(The Forestry Association of Nigeria, 2005) Jimoh, S.O.; Adedokun, A.A.
The study focused on the contributions of production and marketing of Locust bean (Parkia biylobosa, Jacque benth) seeds to the household economy in Kajola Local Government, area, Oyo state Nigeria, with a view to evaluating the percentage of population engaged in its production and marketing, and hence its contribution to rural employment and income generation as well as the proportion and frequency of consumption in local diets. Data were collected through the use of structured questionnaires. A total of 136 questionnaires were administered using stratified random sampling. The data generated were analyzed using descriptive statistics, cross tabulation and chi-square analyses. It was found out that about 47% of the respondents are involved in the commercial production of the species to supplement farm income. The product plays a crucial role in household food security in the study area as majority of the respondents (95.6%) consume it as part of their meals while 91.7% consume it at least once every other day. Although Chi-square test indicated that its contribution to household income is not significant(P> 0.523) its contribution to the household economy is very important as the fund comes handy during emergency cash needs and as an important supplement to farm income. Similarly Chi square test indicated that the quantity of iru consumed as a proportion of total quantity of household food intake is no significant (P>.0.063). However, chi-square value for preference for ‘Iru’ was significant (P> 0.001 indicating that majority of the respondents has preferential taste for iru against other condiments. It is recommended that research on silvicultural and conservation techniques be carried out on this species to ensure its sustained production
Critical Factors in Willingness to Participate in Forest Management: The Case of Gambari Forest Reserve, Oyo State Nigeria.
(2003) Jimoh, S.O.; Falade, O.F.
The study investigated the factors that could motivate members of forest adjoining communities to participate in the management of Onigambari Forest Reserve. Oyo State, Nigeria. Stratified quota sampling was used to select one hundred and fifty- eight respondents among the local community members. Data processing was by simple statistics, chi- square test of independence and logistic regression analysis. Results indicate that application of Financial incentives docs not have significant effect on willingness to participate (p > 0.05), but the effects of lion-financial incentives and sociological factors are significant (p < 0.05). Results of logistic regression show that age, educational status; incentive requirement (technical) and roles played in forest management have significant impact on willingness to participate in forest management with a log-likelihood ratio of 278.317 (X :tab.= 124.342; df.= l38 and P= 0.05) . In view of the fact that socio-economic factors such as age; education; incentive requirement, tennurial rights, marketability of forest products and forest protection technics have significant effect on willingness to participate; it is recommended that government should embark on massive awareness campaign to educate the people on the benefits they stand to derive by actively participating in forest management. The practice of taungya should be encouraged in order to motivate landless strangers to participate in forest regeneration.. The forest reserve should be managed to supply multiplicity of goods and services for social acceptability and ecological sustainability. Community Associations should be encouraged to establish nurseries from which timber takers would be required to purchase seedlings for replacing felled trees.
Ethnobotany of Some Selected Medicinal Plants
(Forestry Research Institute of Ghana (Forig), 2011) Ofori, D. A.; Gyimah, A.; Obiri-Darko, B.; Adam, K. A.; Addae, A.; Jimoh, S.O.
Farmers’ Preferences for Tree Species on Agroforestry System in Ijebu North Local Government Area, Ogun State, Nigeria
(2012) Mustapha, R.I.; Jimoh, S.O.
This study was conducted to generate information on tree species farmers are willing to retain or plant on then- farms; the benefits they derive from the trees and the traditional management practices used for such trees in Ijebu North Local Government Area of Ogun State, in southwestern Nigeria, Multistage sampling technique was used to collect data on the tree species preferred by farmers, the benefits derived from the trees and the management practices used for such trees. A structured questionnaire was administered and data were analyzed using simple descriptive statistics. Farmers retain 72 tree species on their farms based on their knowledge and socio economic needs. They retain and plant fruit trees (17%), timber trees (18%), fuelwood (1%), and medicinal trees (1%). Sixty three percent (63%) of the farmers retain all the types of tree species on their farms as scattered on-farm trees due to the benefits they derive from them. The benefits include: food (88.8%), firewood (78.8%), fruits (95.6%), shades (91.9%), traditional medicine (94.4%), income generation (98.8%) and other environmental services (31.4%). On- farm trees are regenerated or sown directly on the field. Pruning and coppicing are the management practices applied.
Mangrove Degradation in the Coastal Southeast of Nigeria: Causes, Effects and Remedies for the Future
(Forestry Association of Nigeria, 2001) Jimoh, S.O.
The Nigeria Delta area of Nigeria was one of the richest regions of the country in terms of forest resources of diverse types. It is particularly endowed with the mature mangrove forests. The vegetation contained many species of unique socio-economic and ecological importance. Until very recently, the mangorve community had remained fairly secured because of the difficult terrain on which they existed. However, population pressure coupled with the agressive drive for socio-economic development from early 1970s to date have taken very serious toll on the forest resources. This has left many forest areas badly degraded or completely dereserved in some cases to the extent that the continued existence of mangrove communities in the region is under threat. This paper takes a look at the various factors responsible for mangrove forest degradation 'in the area and the effects of this on the environment. Suggestions are offered on way(s) to address the problem.
Non-Timber Forest Products and Sustainable Forest Management in Nigeria
(Forestry Association of Nigeria, 2005) Jimoh, S.O.; Adebisi, L. A.
"The paper examines the potential roles of non-timber forest products in sustainable forest management in Nigeria. It is observed that there are numerous non-timber forest products in the various ecological zones of the country. Presently the situation of the nations’ forests is far from being sustainable. Case's of illegal felling, forest encroachment, poaching and outright de-reservation of gazetted forest reserves are very rampant. The forest reserve communities have become very hostile and uncooperative towards forest management and conservation programmes. Multiple-use forest management has been found very useful in achieving sustainable forest management in many parts of the world. The country’s rich biodiversity, prevalence of consequences of environmental mismanagement, insecurity of forest properties, and the nature of traditional indigenous land resources management systems in the country all provide a useful platform upon which the development of multiple- use forest management could be built. Since Multiple-use forest management involves the management of forests such that all its resources are considered in planning the management, it is obvious that non-timber forest products have a crucial role to play in sustaining the resources of our forests. To make progress in this direction, it is necessary to first carry out a needs survey of forest communities, undertake detailed resource inventory, hold stakeholders’ meetings and engage in both socio-economic and ecological studies so as to evolve a socially acceptable, economically viable and ecologically sound management technique."
Non-Timber Forest Products in Phytomedicine and Culinary Uses
(The Forestry Association of Nigeria, 2005) Jimoh, S.O.
This paper is focused on medicinal and culinary uses of non-timber forest products. A medicinal plant is any plant which one or more of its organs contain(s) substances that can be used for therapeutic purposes or which are precursors for the synthesis of useful drugs. Culinary' plants on the other hand are those plants or products thereof used to flavour foods or beverages before, during or after their preparation. There is no clear distinction between spices and condiments. In the same vein, the distinction between food and medicinal plant is not clear-cut as many edible plants are also used in traditional medicine. Examples of these include: Vernonia amygdalina; Pterocarpus spp. Vitex doniana, Gongoronema laitfolium, Ocimum gratissimum, Crassocephalum rubens; Xylopia aethiopica; Piper guineense and Lactuca taraxacifolia. An attempt is made here to present information on some common medicinal plants with emphasis on their common, scientific and family names; ailment(s) they are used to treat, part(s) of plant used and the relevant authority. Culinary plants including spices and aromatics and the problems militating against the sustainable utilization of these valuable products are discussed while possible conservation methods are proposed.
Population pattern and phenological behaviours for selected medicinal plants in Nigeria; implications for ex-situ conservation
(2013) Oni, P.I.; Jimoh, S.O.; Adebisi, L.A.
Recent developments indicated increasing gene-pool depletion for most medicinal plants in Nigeria despite their pharmaceuticals and therapeutic potentials. Initial socio-economic study involving three countries (Nigeria, Ghana and Republic of Benin) identified ten most frequently used medicinal plants. This list was superimposed on a vegetation map of Nigeria for the production of a distribution map ahead of an eco-geographic survey for population and phenological studies. Sample sites were defined in east-west directions under different vegetation and land use types. Sample sizes of 50m x 50m quadrant were selected across the vegetation and land use types. Altogether 55 samples quadrats were recorded across the zones; Lowland rainforest (20), Derived savanna (16), Sudan savanna (13) and Guinea savannah (6). A total of 196 individuals were recorded across the four ecological zones, rainforest 66 (33.67%) and least in Sudan savanna 13 individuals (6.63%). On land use basis, plantation forest recorded the highest in the lowland rainforest zone and least in sacred groove with similar trend in Derived savanna. In Guinea savanna, farm lands had the highest number of individuals while forest plantation accounted for the highest in Sudan savanna. Flowering duration varied greatly, ranging from (8.42 ±0.83) days to (45.25 ±5.77) days. Fruiting patterns ranged between (14.44± 4.28 to 145.87± 8.76) days. The need for adequate phenological information ahead of ex-situ conservation programme is desirable. Low stocking density observed across the range and land use types is implicated for holistic conservation strategies and sustainability
Population structure and threats to sustainable management of woody plant species in a Semi-Arid Agro-Ecosystem in Nigeria
(2016) Dauda, T.H.; Jimoh, S.O.; Azeez, I.O.
This study was conducted to assess population structure and threat to the sustainable management of woody species in the various ago-ecosystems in Dutsin-Ma Local Government Area (LGA) Katsina State, Nigeria. Purposive and stratified random sampling techniques were used to collect data from 21 randomly demarcated 100m × 100m sample plots. All woody plant species found in the sample plots with stem diameter >2 cm at 20cm above ground, were recorded. Population structure was summarized by diameter classes. For the identification of threats, field and questionnaire surveys were used. A total of 50 questionnaires were distributed at ten questionnaires per ward in five out of the 11 wards in the LGA. The highest numbers (350) of small diameter trees (0.1-1.0cm) were recorded in the agrosilvopastoral system. This was followed by silvopastoral and agrisilviculture systems with 89 and 85, respectively. However, the highest number of large diameter woody tree species was recorded in the silvopastoral system followed by agrosilvopastoral and agrisilviculture systems. The regular reverse J-shaped and fairly regular reverse J-shaped size class distribution observed for agrosilvopastoral and silvopastoral respectively, suggest a recuperating population. Over exploitation, debarking, de branching, root digging, leaf harvesting, seed harvesting, poor regeneration, slow rate of growth, wind effect and bush burning were the major threats to sustainable management of woody plant species in the study area. The implications of our findings for sustainable management of woody plant species in the study area are discussed and recommendations made
Potentials of seedling growth parameters as selection indices in Tetrapleura tetraptera (Schum & Thonn) Taub. from Southwestern Nigeria
(2005) Jimoh, S.O.
The study investigated variations among progenies of Tetrapleura teraptera (Schum & Tbonn) (Taub.) from four sources in South Western Nigeria with a view to identifying early growth traits that could be useful for the selection of superior genotypes for breeding and improvement of the species. The three seed sources include: Emure-Ekiti (Latitude 702 26’ N and Longitude 502 30’ E); Ikoji-Ile (Latitude 80 15’N and Longitude 402 49’ E); Osogbo (Latitude 702 46’N and Longitude 402 35’ E) and Sapele (Latitude 502 55’N and Longitude502 46’E). Seedlings used for the experiment were part of those produced from an earlier germination experiment carried out in the nursery of the Department of Forest Resources Management, University of Ibadan. After the germination experiment, 32 uniformly growing and vigorous seedlings were pricked out from each progeny into medium sige polypots (25 cm x 14.5 cm x 7.5 cm). At fortnightly intervals, four seedlings were selected from each progeny for study. On each occasion, seedling height, collar diameter, number of leaves and total dry weights were assessed. Net Assimilation rates and Relative Growth Rates were calculated on each occasion. The study lasted for 12 weeks. The data generated were subjected to Analysis of Variance and the least significant difference was calculated to separate significantly different means. Results indicate highly significant variations in seedling heights, collar diameter and Relative Growth Rates among the 4 progenies. Ikoyi- ile progeny had the highest mean values of seedling height (12.9 cm) mean diameter (1.4 cm); mean number of leaves (15.6) and Relative Growth Rate (0.239grnf m2 / wk). Osogbo progeny recorded the least mean values for height (10.3 cm) mean collar diameter (1.3 cm), mean number of leaves (13.6) and total dry weight (0.123 gm). The effect of age was highly significant on all the parameters measured. This is an indication that reasonable variations occur within the population of T. tetraptera in the study area. It is recommended that genetic investigations be carried out on this species to corroborate the observations made in this study.
Production of wine from the fruit pulp of African star apple (Chrysophyllum albidum G.Don,)
(Ecological Society of Nigeria, 2014) Jimoh, S.O.; Adeniyi, T.E.; Oladele, A.T.
African star apple Chrysophyllum albidum G.Don, (Sapotaceae) is an important forest tree species and valued for its fruits among forest dwellers across West and Central Africa. Utilization efficiency of the fruit pulp in Nigeria is limited to consumption as fruit snack during its season. Hence there are a lot of wastages offruits which are not marketed within few days of harvesting. Processing of the fruit pulp for industrial development may promote better utilization efficiency and sustainable management of the species. The study therefore investigated the potentials of the fruit pulp of the species in wine production. Fruits used for the study were collected from old and young trees at Laniba, Akinyele Local Government Area, Ibadan, Nigeria. Ripe fruits were plucked from young and old trees and the juice extracted from the fruit pulp. The wine was prepared by fermenting the juice, using graded levels of sucrose to produce dry and sweet wines. Chemical, microbial, heavy metals and sensory properties of the wine were determined. Heavy metals concentrations were within the WHO limits. Young and old trees fruit wines contain: Cr (22.74ppm/mg, 20.46ppm/mg), Pb (8.4ppm/mg, 2.4ppm/mg) and Mn (10.8ppm/mg, 9.6ppm/mg) respectively. The ascorbic acid contents were higher in old tree and sweet wine samples than young tree and dry wine samples (3.28 and 3.59%) and (2.06 and 2.11%) respectively. African star apple has good potentials as a raw material for fruit wine production. Food industries may consider the adoption of this indigenous species for fruit wine production
Prospects of Community Participation in the Management of Shasha Forest Reserve, Osun State, Nigeria
(Forestry Association of Nigeria, 2002) Jimoh, S.O.; Azeez, I.O.
Forests are located mostly in the rural communities and they contribute substantially to poverty alleviation in such communities. Thus sustainability of Forest Resources is of utmost importance in rural economy. It is therefore being realized globally that for any forestry programme to succeed, it must involve the local communities. In Nigeria, efforts at involving the people in forest management have not been very successful because they did not really address the needs and interests of the people. It is important to know what exactly the people want and the best role they can play in forest management in order to achieve success. This paper therefore investigated the perception of the communities living around Shaslm Forest Reserve concerning community forestry and their potential roles m such arrangement. Stratified random, sampling was used to select eight of the forty communities within and around the forest reserve. A total of eighty-two questionnaires were administered on three categories of the stakeholders viz: hunters (32); Harvesters/fishermen (40) and forestry official (10). Results indicated that 71% of the respondents are favorably disposed to the idea of community participation m the management of the Forest reserve. Also, community members showed- interest in forest protection, commercial seedlings production, maintenance and harvesting operations. There was no evidence of bitter relationship among the stakeholders. A method of benefit sharing was also proposed.
Reconnaissance Survey of The Wildlife Sanctuary of Stubb’s Creek Forest Reserve, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria
(Government of Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria Ministry of Environment, 2004) Popoola, L.; Jimoh, S.O.; Alarape, A. A.
This study was conducted at the instance of the Honourable Commissioner, Ministry of Environment, Akwa Ibom State in realization of the need to assess the potentials of wildlife in the Stubbs-creek forest reserve of Akwa-Ibom State, Nigeria. The terms of reference included, but not limited to provision of information on status of fauna and flora in the forest reserve, bearing in mind the level of human interference that had occurred in the last one decade. Using a combination of standard methods wildlife, vegetation and questionnaire surveys were conducted in and around the forest reserve to obtain information on the status of the major plant and animal lives and the various sources of threat to their sustainable management. Results obtained from the study indicate large- scale disturbance of the biophysical environment (flora and fauna) arising from such human activities as farming, illegal logging, oil prospecting and exploration. These have affected the hitherto rich fauna and flora of the reserve. The study still identified the existence of over 80 important plant species, which include Alcornea cor difolia; Raphia spp; Anthocleista nobilis;; Rhizophora racemosa; Gmelina arborea; Costus afer; Chromolina odorata; Rauvolvia vomitoria; Calamus spp; Musanga cercopioides; Albizia spp; Selaginalea spp. Species with moderate frequency of occurrence include Carpolobia lutea; Napoleona vogelii; Allablackia floribunda. They were distributed within the natural lowland rainforest, oil palm and raphia bushes and the mangrove. Over 90 animal species including rodents, reptiles, birds and monkeys were encountered. They include Thryonomys swinderianus, Potamochoerus porcus, Trangelaphus scripus; Python sebae, Crocodilus spp, Neophron monachus, Milvus migrans, Streptopelia senegalensis, Apus affinis,, Egretta alba, Ardeola ibis, Scopus umbretta, Neophron monachus The potential of the wildlife sanctuary for ecotourism is still quite high particularly with the existence of oil prospecting and exploration concerns that attract heavy human traffic into the area. Also there exist standard hotels within 30km radius of the forest reserve, which will encourage visitors to combine business with pleasure. There is however the urgent need to: secure the boundaries of the sanctuary, carry out a feasibility study and environmental impact assessment with a view to having comprehensive information that will form the basis for re-investment by the State government and also set the template for the development of proposals for donor assistance from international donor/investment agencies, win the confidence of the settlers in the adjoining communities, seek local and external partnerships for the management of the sanctuary and; Finally, the institutional and legal frameworks of the reserve should be clearly spelt out to enhance sustainability. The Sanctuary has the potential to boost the Poverty Reduction Strategy Programme (PRSP) of the State Government and should therefore be rehabilitated
Stakeholder Participation Model for Forest Reserves: The Case of Shasha Forest Reserve, Osun State, Nigeria
(2005) Jimoh, S.O.; Popoola, L.; Azeez, L.O.
Structural Characteristics of Borassus Aethiopum (Mart) Non-Timber Forest Products Markets in North-Eastern Nigeria
(The Forestry Association of Nigeria, 2008) Tee, T.N.; Popoola, I.; Jimoh, S.O.
This study analyzed the market structure of three products of Borassus aethiopum (a non-timber forest product); mats, hypocotyls and fruits in North-eastern Nigeria to ascertain their distributional efficiency. This was determined using market concentration and experience in trade. Market concentrations were deduced by adopting the Lorenz curves and Gini-coefficient of inequality. Data were generated with semi-structured questionnaires administered on 210 respondents, and market surveys. The result revealed that the mean weekly quantities of sales and purchases were Mats, 30 and 41 units (standard size 2.78m by 0.9m); Hypocotyls, 207Kg and 357.5Kg; and fruits, 162.3 Kg and 314.1 Kg respectively. The distribution of sales and purchases of mats, hypocotyls and fruits showed a fairly equitable distribution of trade in the hands of buyers and sellers (Gini- coefficients were <0.25). However, there was a relatively higher concentration of trade in the hands of a few buyers of fruits (Gini coefficient of inequality was 0.46). Results from business experience revealed that Borassus aethiopum trade has been thriving in North-eastern Nigeria for more than four decades and more people are still coming into the business unimpeded. Based on these features, its trade in Northeastern Nigeria was adjudged oligopolistic. Providing transportation facilities and improving market facilities and providing adequate information dissemination system will make Borassus aethiopum marketing more competitive and efficient.