Security in Nigeria: Contemporary Threats and Responses

Review

“In this remarkably fine volume, Caroline Varin and Freedom Onuoha have assembled a stellar cast of contributors to shed important light on the complexities of security in Nigeria. This august group reveals a variety of critical challenges facing this important African nation and provides cogent insights into their causes and implications. Security in Nigeria is a most significant contribution to an informed understanding of these crucial topics and should be essential reading for scholars, and general readers alike.” ―William A. Taylor, Associate Professor, Angelo State University

Product Description

Nigeria is the most dynamic country on the African continent. Yet the legacy of colonialism, deep-rooted corruption, exposure to climate change and the proliferation of small arms have created a precarious security situation that holds back the country's potential for peace and prosperity.

Security in Nigeria explores the many security threats facing Nigeria and assesses the government's responses to date. With contributors spanning three continents, it provides an original and comprehensive analysis of 'old' and 'new' security threats and offers original solutions to address the crisis.

About the Author

Dr Caroline Varin is Senior Lecturer in International Relations at Regent's University London and Associate at LSEIdeas at the London School of Economics
Dr Freedom Onuoha is Senior Lecturer at the Department of Political Science at the University of Nigeria.