Water Hyacinth and Its Impact on Nigerian Communities

The video explores the impact of water hyacinth on Nigerian riverine communities, highlighting its cultural significance and economic challenges. The speaker shares a personal encounter with the plant and proposes a solution by transforming it into handicrafts, thus benefiting the affected communities. The narrative emphasizes changing perceptions and cultural stories to foster sustainable development.

What is the primary economic activity affected by the water hyacinth in Bayeku?

• Mining

• Fishing

• Tourism

• Agriculture

What is the botanical name of the water hyacinth?

• Salvinia molesta

• Pistia stratiotes

• Nymphaea lotus

• Eichhornia crassipes

In the Niger Delta, what historical event is associated with the name 'Abiola' for the water hyacinth?

• Independence

• Military coups

• Annulled elections

• Colonial rule

What year did the speaker have their first encounter with the water hyacinth?

• 2005

• 2007

• 2009

• 2011

What was the speaker's profession before moving to Nigeria?

• Teacher

• Engineer

• Artist

• Computer Scientist

What is the first step in the speaker's proposed solution to the water hyacinth problem?

• Harvesting the plant

• Weaving into products

• Selling the products

• Drying the stems

Where did the speaker learn to weave the water hyacinth into ropes?

• Abuja

• Port Harcourt

• Lagos

• Ibadan

What type of products were made from the water hyacinth?

• Handicrafts

• Clothing

• Electronics

• Furniture

What new name was given to the water hyacinth to reflect its positive impact?

• Babangida

• A Kp'iye Kp'oma

• Gbe'borun

• Olusotan

According to Michael Margolis, what is essential to change a culture?

• Changing traditions

• Changing laws

• Changing stories

• Changing leaders