Small-arms proliferation rises in Nigerian Rivers and Plateau states

Article Abstract:

Economic decline, increasing unrest among unemployed youth, frustration with Nigeria's Obasanjo-led civilian governments have led to the formation of non-state armed groups across Nigeria, particularly in the Plateau state, in the north-central region and Rivers state in the southern Niger Delta. The success of the Nigerian government's efforts in resolving the conflicts plaguing the River state, would depend on how well it solves the deeper social and economic problems that affect Nigerian society rather than implementing disarmament and peace initiatives.

Economic aspects, Pacific settlement of international disputes, Peace negotiations, Diplomatic negotiations in international disputes

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Nigeria squares up to democratic transition

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Nigeria has struggled to shift away from authoritarian rule and achieve a successful transition to democratic rule. The incumbent Nigerian government confronts a formidable challenge in attempting to sustain a civilian democratic government while keeping the military out of politics. The nation's stability will not come about until several issues are effectively addressed, such as assuring the public that the military is not influencing the existing civilian government and the implemention of a sound reorganization of the Nigerian armed forces.

National Security, National Defense

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Bakassi dispute could derail West African peace process

Article Abstract:

Territorial disputes between Nigeria and Cameroon continue, despite the judgment of the International Court of Justice, specially the dispute over the Bakassi peninsula, which nearly led the countries to war in 1981. From a military point of view, Cameroonian possession of the islands would give them a control over the eastern shore of Calabar Bay, which in effect means the approach to one of Nigeria's main naval bases there.

Cameroon, Analysis, International relations, Territoriality (Zoology), Animal territoriality, Territorial expansion, Acquisition of territory

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