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    DOMESTICATING THE GLOBAL WAR ON TERRORISM IN WEST AFRICA: IMPLICATIONS FOR SUB-REGIONAL SECURITY
    (Revista de Gestão Social e Ambiental, 2024) Chidozie Felix C.; Osimen Goddy U.; Newo Oluwamurewa A.; Bhadmus Joy
    Objective: The objective of this study is to the recent incidences of terror attacks in the West African sub-region that have only overwhelmed national governments concerned. Using the case studies of Burkina Faso, Mali, Nigeria, and Niger, the paper interrogates the recent scourge of terrorism in these countries within the context of sub-regional security. Theoretical Framework: The structural conflict theory, which argues that conflict is built into the systems and structures of society, is employed in the work. This is based on the radical transformative agenda promoted by globalization and accentuated by the violent intra-state conflicts in Africa, especially following the restructuring of the international security architecture after the end of the Cold War in 1989. Method: The methodology adopted for this research utilizes the qualitative research design using the case study approach. Secondary data is engaged for this study, alongside thematic analysis for the harmonization of data. Results and Discussion: The study discovered that the activities of domestic terror groups is hinged on the unresolved rhetoric of globalization. The study concludes that until there are institutional measures to strengthen the fragile politico-economic structures hurriedly erected after prolonged dictatorships in the countries concerned, the solution to the threat of terrorism will remain a tantalizing mirage. It canvasses for the creation of a civil-military alliance in the war on terror, and the strengthening of democratic institutions to bring about good governance which will make states better equipped to curb terrorism. Research Implications: The practical and theoretical implications of this research are discussed, providing insights into how the results can be applied or influence practices in the fields of national security, strategic studies and even institutional democracy. These implications could encompass the protection of lives and property within the state, protection of the state’s territorial integrity and the consolidation of democracy by state governments. Originality/Value: This study contributes to the literature by highlighting the fragilitiy of democracy in West African states as a consequence of prolonged terrorist attacks that are yet to be adequately catered to by civilian governments. The relevance and value of this research are evidenced by it practical applicability across the fields of policy and strategic studies, and political science.
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    Youth Participation and Nation-Building in Nigeria
    (Pakistan Journal of Life and Social Sciences 22(2), 2024) Chidozie Felix C.; Newo Oluwamurewa A.
    Nigeria’s persistent challenges in nation-building are assessed with a spotlight on the role of the youths. Despite the rich ethnic tapestry of the polity, systemic issues like fragmentation and mistrust continually challenge the nation-building agenda. The research adopts a qualitative analysis via the descriptive research design and employs secondary data obtained from different literature. The political socialisation theory, which observes how young people are incorporated into a society's political culture, is the theoretical perspective adopted. The findings reveal that youth participation has been present since independence; however, there is a gap between youth engagement efforts made by the state and actual youth engagement. The study also finds that social media can be leveraged as a tool to engage the youths actively. Thus, recommendations set forth include the development of various national strategies such as youth education and dialogue to incorporate the youths into nation-building endeavours.