ACCOUNTABILITY, ETHICAL ORIENTATION AND DEMOCRACY AS PILLARS OF GOOD GOVERNANCE IN NIGERIA’S SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT Austin A. Mbacchu 1 Johnson U. Ofoegbu 2 Kenechukwu K. Makwudo 3 Department of Philosophy, Imo State University, Owerri, Nigeria 1 Department of Educational Foundations/Administration, Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education, Owerri, Nigeria 2 Philosophy Department, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Igbariam, Nigeria 3 Corresponding Email: audraustin@gmail.com 1 Abstract […]

STATE RESPONSE, ETHNIC NATIONALISM AND THE PROLIFERATION OF SMALL ARMS AND LIGHT WEAPONS IN SOUTH EAST, NIGERIA David Amadike Wokocha 1 Roberts Osatohanmwen Asemota 2 Tyover Benjamin Amena 3 Peace and Conflict Unit, School of General Studies, Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, Nigeria 1, 2 & 3 Corresponding Email: da.wokocha@mouau.ed.ng 1 Abstract Tensions resulting from ethnic nationalist agitations in the South East region […]

CONTESTING SOVEREIGNTY: CHINESE NONINTERFERENCE AND GOVERNANCE IN AFRICA? Ibukun David  Department of International Relations, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria Email: davidi@oauife.edu.ng Abstract This study examines the implications of the limited concept of sovereignty that frames China’s policy of noninterference for governance in Africa. It argues that while this policy has allowed China to expand its presence […]

EFFECTS OF FINANCIAL DISPARITIES BETWEEN THE APC AND PDP ON THE ELECTORAL PERFORMANCE OF THE TWO PARTIES IN MALUMFASHI LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF KATSINA STATE, NIGERIA Muhammad Muhammad Department of Political Science, Faculty of Social Sciences, Umaru Musa Yar’adua University, Katsina, Nigeria Email: muhammadmuhammadmono@gmail.com Abstract The study examined the effects of financial disparities between the APC […]

SOCIO-RELIGIOUS CHALLENGES IN MARRIAGE INSTITUTION AMONG UMUNUMO CLAN IN EHIME MBANO OF IMO STATE, NIGERIA Vic-Martin Igwe 1 Victor Bassey Edet 2 Lumen Christi Academy, Olia, Kogi State, Nigeria 1 Department of Religious and Cultural Studies, Uma Ukpai School of Theology, Uyo, Nigeria 2     Corresponding Email: vicbas18@gmail.com 2 Abstract Marital conflict is a common occurrence among couples in every society. In Umunumo Clan […]

EFFECTS OF POLITICAL CONFLICTS ON THE SOCIO-ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OF EBIRALAND, KOGI STATE OF NIGERIA Muhammad Idris Japa 1 Basil O. Ibebunjo 2 Charles Omotola Olusanya 3 Department of Peace Studies & Conflict Resolution, National Open University of Nigeria, Abuja 1, 2 & 3 Corresponding Email: cnwosu@noun.edu.ng Abstract This study examines the effects of political conflicts on the socio-economic development of Ebiralan […]

POWER-SHARING AND INSTITUTIONAL DESIGNS FOR STABILITY IN NIGERIAN STATE Joseph Emmanuel 1 Rahila Elisha Zacharia 2 Enoch Hassan Kure 3 Center for Peace and Security Studies, Modibbo Adama University Yola, Nigeria 1, 2 & 3 Corresponding Email: Josephemmanuel199000@gmail.com 1 Abstract Despite the adoption of various power-sharing mechanisms aimed at managing Nigeria’s complex ethno-religious and regional diversity, the country continues to grapple […]

U.S FOREIGN POLICY ANALYSIS: ASSESSING THE POLICY DECISIONS OF TRUMP IN UPHOLDING AMERICA’S NATIONAL INTEREST Etebong A. Udofia 1 Lawrence I. Edet 2 Department of Political Science, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Uyo, Nigeria 1 & 2 Corresponding Email: lawrence4justice@yahoo.com 2 Abstract This work analyzed US foreign policy under Trump. Trump’s policy thrust was anchored on ‘America […]

EXIT DIMENSIONS OF ENTREPRENEURIAL APTITUDE DYSFUNCTION AMONG SCHOOL-BASED ADOLESCENTS IN FISHERY AND NON-FISHERY SENATORIAL DISTRICTS OF AKWA IBOM STATE, NIGERIA Comfort Godwin Esara 1 Emem Bassey Inyang 2 Samuel Awolumate 3 Department of Business Development, Unity Bank of Nigeria 1 Department of Agricultural Extension and Rural Development, University of Uyo, Nigeria 2 Department of Animal Science and Fisheries, National Open […]

UNDERSTANDING CONFLICT AND VIOLENCE: DEFINITIONS, TYPOLOGIES, AND THEORETICAL INSIGHTS Nkereuwem David Edemekong Department of History and International Studies, University of Uyo, Nigeria Email: nkereuwemdavid@uniuyo.edu.ng ORCID ID: 0009-0003-1007-0686 ORCID Record: https://orcid.org/0009-0003-1007-0686 Abstract This study critically interrogates the foundational concepts of conflict and violence in peace and conflict studies, underlining the necessity of conceptual clarity in theory and […]