Nigerian Journal of Rural Sociology (NJRS), 16( 3): , 2016

INSURGENCY IN NIGERIA AND THE CHALLENGE OF NATIONHOOD

Ukpong-Umo R. E.

Abstract

wealthy and poor; young and old; male and female; Indigenes and aliens almost alike). This condition which poses a serious security challenge to national integration is enthroned through the perpetuation of kidnappings, terrorism, etc. The study uses the library research data collection method and data were collected using secondary sources with rapid appraisal assessment. The study is framed on the basis of conflict theory of postcolonial states. The study suggest that true federalism, liberal democracy and improved political structure among other measures should be adopted to strengthen our internal democracy; installation of youth mobilization programme through massive job creation for all categories of the working class youth as well as resolution of internal grievances


Keywords: Insurgency, Kidnapping Challenge, Nationhood, Kidnapping, Terrorism


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