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Administrative Challenges and Insecurity in Rivers State ; Issues and Implications

Didia, Sofunichi, Akujuru, Chukwunonye Abovu, Anthony, Egobueze

Abstract

This study examined administrative challenges and insecurity in Rivers State; issues and implications, through the lens of human security theory. The rising tide of insecurity, characterized by militancy, kidnapping and oil theft, poses significant threats to human life, property, and development. This research adopts a descriptive research design to assess the manifestations of insecurity and identify solutions to insecurity in Rivers State. The objectives are to describe how insecurity manifest in Rivers State and to identify administrative measures to tackle insecurity for advanced socio-economic development in Rivers State. Findings reveal that weak governance, corruption and unemployment fuel insecurity, with devastating impacts on human life and economic activities. The study recommends that to ensure long-term stability, Rivers State administrators should adopt integrated conflict management frameworks that combine governance reforms, effective law enforcement and sustainable peacebuilding. This should include periodic security audits, community engagement programmes, and structured collaborations between local government councils, civil society, and private sector actors in designing security policies and interventions. Also, addressing root causes of insecurity requires job creation, skills training, and youth empowerment programs. Economic opportunities reduce incentives for crime and violent group membership

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