Citation

Ibaba IS. Peace Confl. Rev. 2013; 7(2): 12-28.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2013, University for Peace)

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Abstract

This paper explores how Nigeria can harness the peace-development nexus by overcoming cultural barriers to peace. It draws attention to the neglect of cultural constraints to peace in peace building policies, and makes the point that understanding this is important for conflict resolution in the country. The paper, within the framework of social integration, suggests the adoption of a combination of voluntary and compulsory policies and legislations to enhance cohesion and help reduce cultural barriers. The voluntary policies are expected to be driven by incentives, while sanctions will be the basis of compulsory policies. The article notes that efforts to overcome cultural barriers will be faced with enormous challenges, prominent among which are the culture of politics and structure of federalism.

Language: en