In many countries around the world, rural people are moving to cities so the polpulation in the countryside is decreasing. Do you think this is a positive or a negative development? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your won knowledge or experience.
In recent times, migration from rural to urban areas has gradually become the norm. Some think that
this
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while
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this
essay, I would be justifying the reasons why I am of the opinion that Linking Words
this
is an adverse development.
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Firstly
, the movement of people from the villages to the cities increases the demand for social amenities. Linking Words
That is
to say, an increase in population elevates the need for more houses, schools and even places of worship to accommodate the increasing populace. Linking Words
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subsequently
exert more pressure on the government as they may not be able to meet up with the needs of the people. Linking Words
Furthermore
, the abundance of individuals in urban areas increases the risk of pollution. Linking Words
For instance
, an increase in the number of vehicles and factories in these places would increase the amount of green gas production which could result in air pollution and damage to the ozone layer.
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Secondly
, the spread of diseases is more rampant in overpopulated regions. Diseases Linking Words
such
as tuberculosis, viral skin infection and even hemorrhagic fevers can move quickly in areas where there are a lot of people. During the COVID era, the highest number of cases was found in Lagos state, which is the most populated state in Nigeria. Linking Words
In addition
, there is a plunge in the manpower in the villages Linking Words
due to
emigration. Linking Words
This
means that the number of men available for farming would decline and Linking Words
hence
affect food production. Linking Words
For example
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due to
the migration of Nigerian northern farmers to the west, the supply of consumable crops like tomatoes, apples, etc. has reduced Linking Words
due to
the lack of individuals available to grow them in the North.
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Although
, I believe that there are numerous downsides of rural-urban migration, a few advantages exist. Linking Words
Due to
the movement of individuals from hamlets to the towns, there is an increase in accessibility to better amenities Linking Words
such
as better healthcare, sophisticated housing and better-paying jobs.
In conclusion, the controversy of rural flight is a common topic around the world and Linking Words
although
there are some pros to Linking Words
this
, I believe that the cons far outweigh the positive effects.Linking Words
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