The fragile state of Nigeria’s police contributes to the persistence of insecurity, particularly banditry, in the northern region.
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Nigeria’s new police chief needs fresh ideas to confront old challenges.
Africa’s powerhouse is about to elect its president in a highly volatile climate. Scholars have noted that each election gives way to violence, resulting in a high death toll.
Public trust and confidence in the police is a concern in many parts of the world. How can Nigeria get it right?
Given its natural resources and people, Nigeria should be a prosperous nation, but after 60 years of self governance, the country now ranks as the world poverty capital.
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It's time to talk about police in Nigeria and the issues around special forces.
Although the Nigerian government has announced the disbanding of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad, protesters have not let up. They are now calling for wider reforms.
The role and efficacy of the traditional crime-prevention measures in Iraye-Oke are widely acknowledged by people who live in the area.
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Professor, Obafemi Awolowo University
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Senior Lecturer in Criminology and Policing, Teesside University
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Professor of Politics, American University of Nigeria
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Research associate NigeriaWatch & IFRA-Nigeria, Institut de recherche pour le développement (IRD)
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Lecturer, Political Science, Obafemi Awolowo University
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Professor of Sociology (Criminology, Victimology and Security Studies), University of Ibadan
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PhD, Research Fellow at IFRA-Nigéria, University of Ibadan
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Teaching Assistant, University of Aberdeen