Effects of Place Attachment on Flood Risk Management in Kogi Local Government Area, Kogi State, Nigeria

Place attachment is the emotional, cultural, and socio-economic bond between people and their environment is a critical but underexplored factor in flood risk management. This study examined its effects on flood risk management in Kogi Local Government Area, Nigeria, focusing on six communities. A descriptive survey with 400 respondents (Yamane formula, population 287,450) was employed. Findings revealed that place attachment significantly influences flood risk perception (M=3.25, SD=0.72), with ancestral ties being the strongest dimension (M=3.40, SD=0.68). Strong place attachment negatively correlates with relocation willingness (r=-0.482, 95% CI [-0.543, -0.415], p