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    Inequality of income distribution and hopes for democratic consolidation in Nigeria
    (CRC Press, 2024-01-01) Bamigboye, Oluwaseyi Mike
    Given the experiences of many countries seemingly stuck between authoritarian and democratic systems, momentary success proved transient and failed to achieve consolidation (Tonta 2016). While factors such as legitimacy crisis, the rise of militant sub-nationalist agitations, ethnoreligious and identity conflicts, corruption, institutional failure, electoral crime and violence, insecurity, injustice, and political apathy pose challenges to the formation of political culture and have been heavily researched, the role of income inequality in the processes of democratic consolidation remains under-researched. This begs the question: Does income inequality expressed in weak economic growth, rising inflation, and high unemployment, especially among young people, have far-reaching implications for the survival of Nigeria’s democratic system? Using this West African country as a case study, the author argues that income inequality threatens democratic consolidation and tends to a regression into an authoritarian regime. The choice of Nigeria is informed by doubts which have repeatedly crystallized into debates on the likelihood of consolidation since its democratic transition in 1999.
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    Investigating the engagement of private security services as a means of countering Boko Haram in Nigeria
    (Işık Üniversitesi, 2023-06-23) Bamigboye, Oluwaseyi Mike; Celep, Ödül; Işık Üniversitesi, Lisansüstü Eğitim Enstitüsü, Uluslararası İlişkiler Yüksek Lisans Programı; Işık University, School of Graduate Studies, Master’s Program in International Relations
    Despite the efforts of the Nigerian military and other security forces to date, Boko Haram remains a significant threat to the country, and the potential role of private security services in combating this threat is largely unknown. Therefore, it is critical to examine the effectiveness of private security services in combating Boko Haram in Nigeria, focusing on the role of Specialized Tasks, Training, Equipment, and Protection Limited (STTEP) and the perceptions and experiences of key stakeholders. Drawing on a qualitative case study methodology, this study thus fills a critical gap in understanding the security landscape in Nigeria by shedding light on the potential role and impact of private security services in the fight against Boko Haram. The study’s findings underscore the pivotal role that private security companies can play in the fight against Boko Haram in Nigeria. This is especially true for companies that have counterinsurgency experience in Africa and can gain the trust of local communities. In addition, the study highlights the critical importance of cultural sensitivity, commitment to long-term sustainability, respect for human rights, and strategic alliances to achieve lasting stability and effectiveness in counterterrorism. The study then underscores the compelling need for sound regulations, comprehensive training for personnel, and well-designed strategies specifically for private security companies in Nigeria. These findings are intended to guide policymakers, practitioners, and academics involved in security, counterinsurgency, and counterterrorism. Applied to a broader context, these findings also hold significant potential for developing more effective strategies in response to security threats, not only in Nigeria but also in other countries facing similar security challenges, underscoring the wider significance of these findings.