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WOMEN AND PEACE PROCESSES IN NIGERIA
Get PDFThe position of women in peace process is of significance in brokering sustainable peace in the society. With them being the most affected next to the children in any violent conflict situation, they are wont with the wherewithal to approach peacebuilding with their care giving disposition. But they are denied this privilege owing to their gender status as customs and power relation in the society prescribe. The Agency Theory is used to expound this study. This inquest relies on secondary data,therefore content analysis is used to make end inferences. It recommends that women should not be seen as second fiddle and peaceful while men dominant and violent, there should be cultural reorientation in Nigeria where obnoxious practices of relegation of women to the background be prohibited and the democratic space in Nigeria should presentvents for the implementation of greater gender equality and offer a window for change. It however concludes that women hold in trust all ascribed status in the society and perform assigned functions with utmost good faith which endear their having positive outcome in such. Peace process can best be delivered by not only the men but women inclusive
ILORIN EMIRATE TYPE OF ADMINISTRATION IN ISINLAND 1836-1947: A HISTORICAL ANALYSIS
Get PDFoai:ojs2.wissjournals.com.ng:article/1Isinland people are among the perceived ‘minor’ ethnic groups in Kwara State, Nigeria; whose history is best described as forgotten, with its peculiar administrative organizational structure. This Pre[1]Ilorin Emirate type of administration of Isinland was distorted both in organization and direction with the arrival of Ilorin Emirate political agents into Isinland as heads of administration.The objective of this study is to criticallyinvestigate Ilorin Emirate type of administration in Isinland 1836-1947 as typical example of Ilorin Emirate administration in the non-metropolitan center of the Emirate.The research methodology explored was historical.The primary sources comprised oral interview across prominent individuals of Isinland and at Ajia Opelle’s compound of Ilorin. The interview purposely included Obas such as Oba Solomon OlugbengaOloyede(Olusin of Isanlu-Isin), and Oba Adewuyi David (Allaa of Alla-Isin).While the secondary materials firm research institutes like National Archives Kaduna and other libraries were used. Data collected were qualitatively and quantitatively analyzed using descriptive analysis and the finding showed certain gap, which the existing scholarly attention did not cover. The study odbserved this gap and bridge it. The study concluded that Ilorin type of Administration in Isinland could best be described as hijacking of powers and roles of Isinland traditional rulers; which led to prolong agitationagainst the unrepresentative and undemocratic nature of Ilorin Emirate type of administration in Isinland which culminated in to the withdrawer of the last Ajia from Isinland in 1947
A HISTORY OF THE AGILA IN ADO LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF BENUE STATE
Get PDFThe paper interrogated the origin, migration and settlement of the Agila people in Ado Local Government Area of Benue State. The paper traced the genealogy of the Agila people to two separate Progenitors. The study adopted the ‘Ago-the progenitor of ten clans in Agila” and ‘Osilagama the progenitor of two clans in Agila’ ’narratives. The paper has established that the Wukari and Idah traditions and customs were assimilated (inherited) from the onset. The Jukun and the Igala ‘Model of royalty’ custom is quite a true resemblance of the Agila chieftaincy institution. And as such, if Agila history must be told by mirroring image of realities, with these and other cultural correspondence with the Igala ‘Chieftaincy Model’, and Arekwu mystery; tracing the genealogy of Agila as a whole to Idah is by no means out of place. Thus, conclusion was reached that: Firstly, Agila is a product of the mystical efforts of both Ago and Osilagama and their descendants that have over the centuries made Agila unique culturally wise in Idomaland. Secondly, Ago’s lineage has be traced to the Oba of Benin who briefly lived with his mother in Idah the ancestry home of Osilagama and other Idoma groups, but they never co-habited together in Idah before they separately migrated and settled down in Agila at about the same time. Thirdly, their children and descendants apparently formed the twelve clans; fourthly, the socio-cultural stratifications existing among the clans regarding the chieftaincy institution, the Arekwu cults and other customs were collectively agreed by the two Progenitors to be fashioned after the Idah Model. Fifthly and finally, all the Agila clans have peacefully co[1]existed and practiced their rich and unique cultural heritage for centuries
AN ASSESSMENT OF CIVIL-MILITARY RELATIONS AND ITS IMPLICATIONS ON NIGERIA'S NATIONAL SECURITY
Get PDFThis paper attempts to trace the background to the sore relationship between the military and the civilian population. As this has continued to undermine the cordial civil-military relations in bordering on Nigeria's national security. This work examines briefly the history and origin of the Nigerian Military (Army) during the British colonial administration in Nigeria, the reasons for its establishment, the constabulary roles and functions the military performed and its modus operandi within the period under review and how it has continued to impact negatively on the civil-military relations in Nigeria. It is imperative to note, as it reflects till date, the lack of cooperation with the military from the general public in carrying out its combat and noncombat military operations in Nigeria has continued to undermine the success of such operations. Despite the numerous attempts by the civil authority and the military institutions to address these situations, there are still cases of noncooperation from majority of citizens, deliberate withholding of intelligent information and in some cases open hostility and confrontation between the military and the civil populace. This has continued to contribute to the present level of national insecurity in Nigeria, further exposing and affecting the security architecture of the Nigerian state
Interrogating the Traditional Methods of Crime Control of the Alago Ethnic Group
Get PDFThis study investigates the Alago traditional methods of crime control. The analysis in the research is predicated on social control theory as the theoretical based. Data was gathered through secondary sources and interview. The study is a synthesis of previous study with the argument that the indigenous methods of crime control are viable for crime prevention in Alago society. The conclusion and recommendations are anchored on the findings discussed in the study
United Nations and Gender Equality in Nigeria: A Reference of 2010-2020
Get PDFThe study examines United Nations and Gender Equality in Nigeria a reference of 2010 to 2020. The study made use of secondary sources of data as veritable tools for its analysis. Survey research method was used. The study revealed that the menace of marginalization, deprivation, poverty, exploitation, discrimination, oppression and the violation of women's rights by men, institutions, religion and culture is still ongoing in Nigeria despite the main goal of the United Nations Organization (UNO) which is the protection and promotion of the fundamental human rights and the freedom of both men and women without discrimination on the basis of race, sex, language or religion. The gap of the study is that all gender violations in Nigeria should be outlawed. The study is anchored on Eager's Model of International Norm Construction Theory. The study concludes that despite many conventions, commissions and declarations established and declared by UN and her agencies, the status of women is still suppressed by men, religion, institutions and cultures in Nigeria. It finally recommends that women status can only be enhanced and can contribute meaningfully to the socio economic and political development of our society if all forms of gender biases are removed and women are not regarded as inferior beings but as people created with equal endowment by God
EFFECT OF PERCEIVED EASE OF USE AND SECURITY OF E-BANKING ON CUSTOMER SATISFACTION
Get PDFE-Banking has transformed the banking industry in Nigeria with several new products and ways of conducting the banking business. This has led to increase competition in the banking sector and also to need to better satisfy bank customers. Therefore, there is a need to explore options that can improve customer satisfaction. The aim of this study is to examine the effect of perceived ease of use and security of e-banking on customers' satisfaction in Abuja. The data of this study was collected from primary source using questionnaire to obtain responses frombank customers. The collected data was the analyzed using correlation and regression analysiswith the SPSS version 20. Consequently, the findings from the study showed that perceived ease of use and security positively and significantly influence customers satisfaction of first bank customers in Abuja. The correlation analysis showed that there is a significant and positive relationship between E-banking attributes and customer satisfaction. Therefore, the study recommends that banks should improve the user friendliness of their e-banking channels and increase the level of encryption of their security to improve customers experience and increase satisfaction
The UNHCR and the Management of Liberian Refugees in Nigeria, 1990-2007
No full textThe main thrust of this paper is to critically interrogate the management of Liberian refugees in Nigeria between 1990 and 2007. Nigeria was major host country of Liberian refugees in West Africa in particular and Africa in general during this period of study. United Nations High Commissioner for Refugee was the main agency of the United Nations charged with the responsibility of providing humanitarian assistance to refugees. Through effective collaboration with the government of Nigeria, the UNHCR succeeded in managing Liberian refugees in the country. Major steps taken by UNHCR in conjunction with the governmentof Nigeria towards the management of Liberian refugees during this period were the enactment of refugee laws, the establishment of refugee camps and refugee boards and successful implementation of durable solutions to the problem of the refugees. This is a major contribution of this study, which differ from existing studies that focused on the courses and course of the civil war. The methodology adopted in the study was historical, thematic, qualitative and quantitative utilizing both primary and secondary sources of data collection
Climate Change and Security: Investigating the Nexus Between Environmental Degradation and Armed Conflicts in the Sahel Region
Get PDFThis paper investigates the nexus between climate change, environmental degradation, and armed conflict in the Sahel region, with particular attention to how governance quality mediates the climate–conflict pathway. The Sahel has experienced severe ecological stress over recent decades, including desertification, land loss, and water scarcity, which intensify competition over scarce resources. While existing scholarship acknowledges climate as a conflict multiplier, the causal mechanisms remain contested. Some accounts emphasize direct resource scarcity, while others point to governance fragility, exclusion, and institutional breakdown as decisive accelerants. This study advances the debate by conducting comparative case analyses of Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger, using climatic data, conflict records, and secondary literature. Findings show that in Mali, agro-pastoral disputes escalated into violence where state withdrawal and elite capture eroded dispute resolution; in Burkina Faso, violent extremism directly undermined customary authorities that historically mediated farmer–herder relations; and in Niger, participatory governance reforms and natural resource co-management reduced tensions and supported ecological recovery. The study concludes that environmental stress is not a sufficient driver of violence but becomes conflict-inducing where institutions lack clarity, legitimacy, and enforcement capacity. Its contribution lies in reframing climate security analysis toward an institutional conditionality model that identifies concrete policy levers. Policy recommendations emphasize climate-sensitive governance reforms, empowerment of legitimate customary authorities, conflict-sensitive resource management, and integrated strategies linking peacebuilding with environmental adaptation. This approach bridges environmental security and political economy literatures while offering actionable insights for strengthening resilience and social cohesion in the Sahel
YOUTH UNEMPLOYMENT AND NIGERIA'S SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
No full textThis study examined the menace of youth unemployment in Nigeria by focusing on factors responsible for the menace as well as its destructive consequences on Nigeria’s existence and development. The study relied on the secondary data while content analysis was employed in analyzing the gathered data. Marxist Theory of Unemployment was used as a framework of analysis in this study. The study discovered that the menace of unemployment among youths in Nigeria has significantly affected Youth population psychologically with severe consequences on Nigeria’s survival as a country as well as retarding her development aspiration. Youth Unemployment led to Youth involving in Destructive activities such as militancy, insurgency, banditry, political thuggery and other crimes in the society. It is recommended that government should focus its attention to the quality of education so as to produce employable graduates, anti-corruption agencies be given full independence to fight corruption, there should be steady supply of electricity in order to enable industries operate which in turn can generate employment to the teeming youth