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Insecurity in Nigeria Causes and Implications of Insecurity in Nigeria
Subject area: Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities · Area of research: Public Administration
Abstract
Insecurity, beyond being a fear that every Nigerian experiences, has become a common topic of conversation among Nigerians. It is a condition in which a person feels exposed to danger or harm. This feeling is often linked with anxiety and a sense of vulnerability. The presence of illegal armed groups, ethnic militias, religious extremists, and fanatics serves as clear indicators of insecurity in Nigeria. These groups are responsible for various incidents such as bombings, murders, arson, armed robberies, corruption, and injustices that occur regularly. It is evident that these issues are negatively affecting Nigeria in terms of its political, religious, and cultural aspects. Religious organizations and humanitarian agencies are losing trust in law enforcement. This research paper critically examines the issue of insecurity in Nigeria using published works, textbooks, and online sources. The paper explores the causes and effects of insecurity and its political, religious, and cultural impacts. The research suggests that if the current trend of insecurity continues, there is a risk of political, economic, and civil instability. The study recommends stricter penalties for those who commit violent acts, hoping that this will offer a practical solution to the current insecurity crisis in Nigeria.
Keywords
Insecurity, causes, implications, Nigeria
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How to cite this paper
@article{1711561,
author = {Ahmed Basiru},
title = {Insecurity in Nigeria Causes and Implications of Insecurity in Nigeria},
journal = {Iconic Research And Engineering Journals},
year = {2025},
volume = {9},
number = {4},
pages = {1760-1766},
issn = {2456-8880},
url = {https://www.irejournals.com/formatedpaper/1711561.pdf},
abstract = {Insecurity, beyond being a fear that every Nigerian experiences, has become a common topic of conversation among Nigerians. It is a condition in which a person feels exposed to danger or harm. This feeling is often linked with anxiety and a sense of vulnerability. The presence of illegal armed groups, ethnic militias, religious extremists, and fanatics serves as clear indicators of insecurity in Nigeria. These groups are responsible for various incidents such as bombings, murders, arson, armed robberies, corruption, and injustices that occur regularly. It is evident that these issues are negatively affecting Nigeria in terms of its political, religious, and cultural aspects. Religious organizations and humanitarian agencies are losing trust in law enforcement. This research paper critically examines the issue of insecurity in Nigeria using published works, textbooks, and online sources. The paper explores the causes and effects of insecurity and its political, religious, and cultural impacts. The research suggests that if the current trend of insecurity continues, there is a risk of political, economic, and civil instability. The study recommends stricter penalties for those who commit violent acts, hoping that this will offer a practical solution to the current insecurity crisis in Nigeria.},
keywords = {Insecurity, causes, implications, Nigeria},
month = {October},
}