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IPOB Agitations for Self-Determination and the Response of the Federal Government of Nigeria: Implications for Political Stability

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  • Celestina Ekene Chukwudi
  • Daniel Eseme Gberevbie
  • Ugochukwu David Abasilim
  • David Imhonopi

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This study examines the strategies of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) agitations and the response of the Nigerian government towards IPOB agitators and its implications on political stability. The study adopted the use of survey research design. The sample of the study was taken from IPOB members in selected six locations of six states including Abuja. The selected locations were chosen due to the high activities of IPOB group. Using a sample size determination table, the sample size of the selected areas was summed up 385. In-depth interview was the second method of data collection. The returned copies of the questionnaire were analyzed using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS). The findings showed that the government’s strategy for dealing with the Biafra separatist movement has focused mainly on police action, most times, involving excessive use of force. It can be concluded that the recurring agitation for Biafra has serious implications for political stability and democratic consolidation. Finally, it was recommended that the positive responses of government on development projects and inclusivity in governance will determine the courage IPOB and the Biafra movement will have going forward.

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  • Celestina Ekene Chukwudi & Daniel Eseme Gberevbie & Ugochukwu David Abasilim & David Imhonopi, 2019. "IPOB Agitations for Self-Determination and the Response of the Federal Government of Nigeria: Implications for Political Stability," Academic Journal of Interdisciplinary Studies, Richtmann Publishing Ltd, vol. 8, November.
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    1. Daniel Gberevbie & Segun Joshua & Nchekwube Excellence-Oluye & Adeola Oyeyemi, 2017. "Accountability for Sustainable Development and the Challenges of Leadership in Nigeria, 1999-2015," SAGE Open, , vol. 7(4), pages 21582440177, November.
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