The effects of terrorism on economic development in Northern Nigeria (The case study of Boko Haram Insurgency)

Author(s)
JEMINIWA, DAMILOLA IRETI
Advisor
lain watson
Department
국제대학원 국제개발협력학과
Publisher
Graduate School of International Studies Ajou University
Publication Year
2017-02
Language
eng
Alternative Abstract
ABSTRACT This paper examines the issue of Boko Haram insurgence and its implications on economic development in Northern Nigeria. The continued bombings, killings, kidnappings and the destruction of property by Boko Haram have become of great concern to the Nigerian government and the international community. The activities of Boko Haram have effects on the economy and the people. Although Nigeria is front line state in war against terrorism, it is severely confronting terrorist attacks which have shaken its social fabric, hampered economic progress and shackled political system. Terrorism has not only destroyed the economic fabric of Northern Nigeria but also it has harmed the world peace to a great extent. The thesis encompasses different aspects of the phenomenon in the context of Nigeria. It includes theoretical framework, concepts, overview of terrorism and analysis of situation of terrorism in Nigeria. This paper examines the implications of the operations of the Boko Haram insurgency in Northern Nigeria. Findings from the study indicates that the atrocities of Boko Haram have severe implications on the economy and social lives of the people of the Northern Nigeria where the activities of the sect is concentrated. Some recommendations includes that for the insurgency to come to an end the government needs to provide employment to the teeming youths and equip the military with sophisticated gadgets in order to confront Boko Haram foot soldier. The Nigerian state needs to re-examine its character so as to address the issues that give rise to acts of terrorism as well as re-strategize on how to protect the lives and provide the needs of the vast majority of its citizens.
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https://dspace.ajou.ac.kr/handle/2018.oak/11321
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