Institutional Approach to Preventing and Countering Violent Extremism in Nigeria—National Human Rights Commission in Perspective
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.14296/ac.v4i2.5585Abstract
The article discusses the institutional approach to preventing and countering violent extremism through the role of the National Human Rights Commission, Nigeria. It uses primary and secondary materials to argue that extreme violent activities by the Boko Haram sect, armed bandits, kidnappers etc, have impact on the enjoyment of human rights by citizens and jeopardize peace and security, as well as threatening social and economic development. The article recommends that the average citizen in Nigeria ought to be given a reorientation to instil in them value for human life, property and dignity of the human person and patriotism to checkmate and prevent violent extremism in the country, among other recommendations.
Keywords: institutional approach; violent extremism; human rights; National Human Rights Commission, Nigeria.
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