Research
Crisis of Natural Resource Governance in Nigeriaas Extractive Industry: Examining the Phenomenon of Artisanal Mining/Quarrying
This paper examines the phenomenon of artisanal mining/quarrying as a critical manifestation of crisis of natural resources governance in Nigeria. By way of exploratory analysis, predicated on the stakeholder theory of corporate governance, the paper posits that failure of governance in Nigeria’s extractive industry has led to unwholesome, unregulated and unsustainable exploitation of natural resources. From the standpoint of the untoward impacts and complications of artisanal mining/quarrying in Nigeria, the paper posits that unregulated exploitation of natural resources poses a threat to economic sustainability, as well as environmental and human security in the country. The paper makes a case for a mutual multi-stakeholder entrustment system whereby the government synergizes with relevant civil society, community, as well as corporate and non-corporate stakeholders in an effort to bringing about proper governance in the Nigerian mining sector.
Terrorism and Humanitarian Crisis in Nigeria: Insights from Boko Haram Insurgency
This paper explores the humanitarian impact of terrorism in Nigeria from the standpoint of Boko Haram insurgency. This is against the backdrop of the rising spate of violent attacks orchestrated by members of the Islamic sect in the northern part of the country over the years. By way of scholarly exegesis and empirical evidence, predicated on secondary sources, the paper posits that the Boko Haram insurgency has resulted in dire humanitarian situation as evident in human casualties, human right abuses, population displacement and refugee debacle, livelihood crisis, and public insecurity. The paper submits that this scenario portends negatively for the sustenance of national security in Nigeria. The paper recommends a strategic paradigm shift from anti-terrorism to counter-terrorism as a strategy for containing the crisis.
Oil Pipeline Vandalism and Nigeriaas National Security
This paper examines the nexus between oil pipeline vandalism and national security in Nigeria. Comprehending national security in terms of sustainability development and livelihood, the paper seeks to establish the implications of oil pipeline vandalism for Nigeria’s national security. By way of descriptive analysis, predicated on empirical evidence, the paper posits that oil pipeline vandalism is a threat to Nigeria’s national security. In view of its adverse impacts as exemplified in loss of life, economic losses, environmental degradation, and pipeline explosions, the paper submits that oil pipeline vandalism portends serious danger for national sustainabilityof Nigeria.
The Political Ecology of the Niger Delta Crisis and the Prospects of Lasting Peace in the Post-Amnesty Period
This paper attempts to look at the Niger Delta Crisis from a socio-politico-ecological perspective. By way of deductive reasoning premised on the theory of existentialism, the paper observes that the restiveness, violence as well as criminality of the people of the Niger Delta represent their desperate struggle for self-preservation and ‘selfdetermination’ in an environment that is indifferent and hostile to their sustainable livelihood and survival. The paper thus submits quite pessimistically that the Niger Delta crisis will prevail, until and unless the organic context which precipitates it (characterized by ecocide, state predation, corporate buccaneerism, environmental and human rights abuse, socioeconomic and political marginalization, economic expl:oitation etc.) is comprehensively and adequately transformed.
