Vol. 11 No. 3 (2024): July – September

Original Peer Review Articles

  • UNDERSTANDING THE DRIVERS OF VIOLENT EXTREMISM IN THE AFRICAN SAHEL: A HISTORICAL PERSPECTIVE
    Emile Sunjo , Francios Ndzi Nyadi
    https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.12800069

    This article analyzes the historical drivers of violent extremism in the African Sahel, with a focus on Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger. It examines how historical factors have evolved to nurture a plethora of violent extremist organizations (VEOs) operating in the region, making it the epicenter

    1-15
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.12800069
  • SMART TECHNOLOGY AS A VERITABLE TOOL FOR CREDIBLE ELECTIONS: A NIGERIAN STUDY
    Anyanwu, Christiantus Izuchukwu PhD
    https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.13361173

    An election is a key component of democracy. Since Nigeria gained independence in 1960, the conduct of elections in the political history of the country has been marred by fraudulent practices, corruption, and violence. Despite a series of electoral reforms, the country has not succeeded in

    16-25
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.13361173
  • RE-ASESSING THE CRIME CONTROL SYSTEM OF NIGERIAN POLICE TOWARD ENSURING EQUITY AND JUSTICE
    Mercy Bolade ADEWUSI-BAKARE, LLD
    https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.14142833

    Security is crucial to human survival, as the numerous socio-economic activities that form the foundation of human survival depend on public safety and the protection of life and property. However, it is observed that reckless disregard for human dignity by the Nigerian Police is a great

    26-33
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.14142833