Imperatives Of Socio-Religious Measures In Solving The Niger Delta Crisis In Nigeria
Keywords:
oil and gas, millitarism, Niger Delta crisisAbstract
Against the background of militarism not being a strange phenomenon in the Nigerian society, its attendant negative impacts remain imminent. The area for this study was the Niger Delta located within the southern geo-political zone of Nigeria, comprising nine states of Abia, Akwa Ibom, Bayelsa, Cross River, Delta, Edo, Imo, Ondo and Rivers. The study sought to expose the mistakes inherent in the search for peace in the Niger Delta, while excluding the indispensable role of the religious institution as a major player in the search. The survey of literature relevant to the subject - matter reveals that religion plays a vital role in unity and cooperation and can influence upon an individual than the society. It was the conclusion of the study that religions, which like any other phenomenon with good and bad sides, would offer itself the best tool for social engineering to quell the lingering crisis in the Niger Delta region. For this to be achieved, it (religion) must be prioritized and funded. Church and other religious organizations should be partners in progress to achieve social developmentin the region.
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