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

Oluwaseyi Mike Bamigboye ()
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Oluwaseyi Mike Bamigboye: Işık University, Turkey

Insights into Regional Development, 2023, vol. 5, issue 3, 73-94

Abstract: 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.

Keywords: private security services; terrorism; Boko Haram; Nigeria (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: F01 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2023
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DOI: 10.9770/ird.2023.5.3(5)

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