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Ethnic violence threatens Nigeria's nascent democracy

Article Abstract:

Increasing incidents of ethnic and religious violence in Nigeria have been highlighted with Nigerian Pres Olusegun Obasanjo's threat to declare a state of emergency in Lagos. Escalating incidents of violence have been primarily attributed to an increasing wave of ethnic nationalism across the country. This development is considered a real threat Nigeria's newly installed democracy. Nigeria has over 250 ethnic groups and a population of 110 million.

International politics, National Security, National Defense

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Suspicions and rivalries threaten Sierra Leone peace

Article Abstract:

There is hope that the nine-year civil war in Sierra Leone may be coming to an end, as a cease-fire agreement is signed by the government and rebel troops. However, friction between the United Kingdom and Nigeria, may worsen the situation.

Sierra Leone, International relations, Military aspects, Civil war, United Nations, Sierra Leonean foreign relations

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Nigeria combats crime wave

Article Abstract:

Nigeria is gaining an international reputation as a crime center. The criminal activity is widespread, and includes drug trafficking, bank fraud, credit-card fraud, and 'advance fee' fraud.

Crime, Organized crime

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