Eliminating Terrorism and Sustaining Democracy in Nigeria
Keywords:
Boko Haram, fundamentalism, Almajiri revolutionaries, Democracy, TerrorismAbstract
This study examines the concept and nature of democracy and terrorism. It also
looks into the psychology, tactics and logic of terrorism. The characteristics of
terrorist groups are examined with particular attention to their domestic variants
like the Nigeria Boko Haram sect and their activities in recent times. This study
delves into the relationship between religion and terrorism. The study examines
the problems democracies face in countering terrorism which are complicated
by the need to preserve individual freedoms while, also protecting national
security. John Locks theory of consent is employed to illuminate the study. This
study conclusively remarks that total restructuring of the federation is now more
urgent than ever. Hence, the restructuring should entail fiscal federalism and
greater regional autonomy in terms of Law and State Policing but the armed
forces should continue to be a federal concern.
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