‘Crimelordism’: Understanding a New Phenomenon in Armed Banditry in Nigeria

Okoli, Al Chukwuma; Abubakar, Mamuda

doi:10.1177/0021909621990856

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“…This finding is consistent with previous findings about the prevalence of armed banditry in Nigeria. 37 38 Reports have also linked dispersed Boko Haram and ISWAP fighters to the increasing banditry and violent deaths in northern Nigeria. 39 40…”

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Trends and patterns of violence-related mortality in Nigeria: evidence from a 16-year analysis of secondary data

Ukoji,

Ukoji

2023

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BackgroundNigeria is one of the most terrorised countries due to terrorist attacks and violent clashes. There have been many fatalities resulting from this violence, which started in the late 1960s and has significantly increased recently. Violence in Nigeria has been studied, but not about Nigeria’s mortality experience over time. This study described the patterns and trends of deaths related to violence in Nigeria over 16 years.MethodsSecondary data on lethal violence across Nigeria spanning from 2006 to 2021 were drawn from the Nigeria Watch database, an online database of lethal violence in Nigeria. Univariate analysis of the data was conducted to map the trends, patterns and sources of lethal violence across Nigeria.ResultsNigeria recorded no fewer than 169 033 violent deaths between 2006 and 2021, with 2014 reporting the highest number (22, 873) and Borno State being the most affected, followed by Lagos, Kaduna, Zamfara, Plateau, Delta, Benue, Rivers and Adamawa. The highest number of deaths (51, 425) was attributed to crime, followed by insurgency (50, 252) and road crashes (27, 645). Other significant causes of death were political issues (8, 324) and cattle grazing (5, 501).ConclusionViolence-related mortality is prevalent in Nigeria and significantly contributes to adult mortality. The government must develop strategies to identify, intervene in and end high-risk conflict situations to stop the growing contribution of violence to Nigeria’s mortality experience.

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Trends and patterns of violence-related mortality in Nigeria: evidence from a 16-year analysis of secondary data

Ukoji,

Ukoji

2023

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“…Therefore, incidents of this sort are frequent and can be found in almost all the villages in the state, with little to no effort made by the security services to stop them or even to combat them (Okoli & Abubakar, 2021). Other regions have had other security issues, such as herders assaults in the northcentral region and racial conflicts between Fulani and the host populations in Yoruba land in the southwest.…”

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Security Challenges and the Proliferation of Small & Light Arms in Nigeria: Implication for National Development

Dass

Sulaiman

2023

Khazanah Hukum

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It is apt to note that the central impediment to sustainable peace and security is the constant and continued proliferation of small and light weapons (SALW). The escalation of these arms contributed/became a threat to peace and tranquillity in Nigeria and precipitated inter-ethnic conflicts leading to an insurgency on a light scale. The paper aims to examine the continued proliferation of small and light arms and the challenges to national security with particular reference to Nigeria and the sources. The study employed descriptive as its methodology anchored on the frustration framework within the secondary data source. The study unveils that arms proliferation is centred on the porosity of the Nigerian borders. This development contributes in no small measures precipitated security challenges. The paper concludes as part of its recommendations that governments should strengthen the security activities at the Nigerian border and train personnel on border-related issues. The paper concludes as a matter of urgency government should embark on the gainful employment of youths to subdue the activities of insurgents and terrorist attacks in the six (6) geopolitical zones of Nigeria.

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“…Their result suggests that both the intensity of terrorism and the anxieties it had unleashed on Nigerians have resulted in social and moral panic, with dire consequences on the socio-economic and political development of the destination, including the destinations' tourism industry and subsectors (Majebi, 2021). Also, Okoli & Abubakar (2021) utilize secondary data to examine armed banditry in Nigeria in relation to safety and security. The research shows that banditry is a form of criminal crisis that affects Nigeria's image.…”

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Analysis of Stakeholders Perceptions of The Impact of Crisis on Tourism in Ogun State, Nigeria

Adesina-Uthman,

Majebi,

Fagbolu

et al. 2023

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Ogun State, Nigeria is experiencing crises, including kidnapping and terrorism that can impact its destinations. Thus, this study examined the perceptions of 133 tourists on the influence of these crises on their visitation to an attraction in the state, using a questionnaire survey. Two attraction officials were also interviewed on whether such crises impact revenue generation and employment. Results from the questionnaires which were analyzed using PSPP frequency distribution show that although terror crises had no significant influence on tourists' visitation to the attraction, they were concerned with the level of insecurity at the destination. Also, the transcribed interview outcomes reveal that, although similar crises had no significant impact on tourism, its perceptions can affect revenue generation and employment, when destinations are poorly projected. Consequently, these findings suggest the need for improved safety measures and mechanisms for promoting safe places at the destination by the authorities, for improved tourist arrivals, revenue, and employment opportunities.

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‘Crimelordism’: Understanding a New Phenomenon in Armed Banditry in Nigeria

Cited by 28 publications

References 15 publications

Trends and patterns of violence-related mortality in Nigeria: evidence from a 16-year analysis of secondary data

Trends and patterns of violence-related mortality in Nigeria: evidence from a 16-year analysis of secondary data

Security Challenges and the Proliferation of Small & Light Arms in Nigeria: Implication for National Development

Analysis of Stakeholders Perceptions of The Impact of Crisis on Tourism in Ogun State, Nigeria

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