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Hired guns against terrorism: assessing the use of commercial soldiers in Nigeria's counterterrorism strategy

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  • Oluwaseyi Mike Bamigboye

    (Işık University, Turkey)

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Despite Nigerian military efforts, Boko Haram remains a major threat and the potential role of private security services in combating this threat is largely unknown. Through a qualitative case study, this study fills a critical gap by examining the potential role and impact of private security services and highlighting their effectiveness, commitment to long-term sustainability, and respect for human rights in the fight against Boko Haram. Applied to a broader context, the findings 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.

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  • Oluwaseyi Mike Bamigboye, 2023. "Hired guns against terrorism: assessing the use of commercial soldiers in Nigeria's counterterrorism strategy," Insights into Regional Development, VsI Entrepreneurship and Sustainability Center, vol. 5(3), pages 73-94, September.
    • Handle: RePEc:ssi:jouird:v:5:y:2023:i:3:p:73-94
    DOI: 10.9770/ird.2023.5.3(5)
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    Keywords

    private security services; terrorism; Boko Haram; Nigeria;
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    • F01 - International Economics - - General - - - Global Outlook

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