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This research work will provide a comprehensive analysis of terrorism in Nigeria, with a focused case study on Boko Haram, one of the most violent and persistent insurgent groups in the region. The main purpose is to explore the complex interplay of political, economic, social, and ideological factors that have contributed to the rise and entrenchment of Boko Haram, evaluate its effects on national security and civilian life, and assess the effectiveness of government and international responses to the crisis.This study relied on the doctrinal research methodology. It is library research which includes primary and secondary sources. The primary sources consist of statute and case laws. The secondary sources which consisted relevant information from leading authorities, books on tax laws and practices, writings and articles of scholars, magazines, opinion of jurists, journals, periodicals, seminar papers, as well as the internet and websites. The research concluded that Boko Haram’s insurgency is deeply linked to systemic issues such as poverty, unemployment, religious extremism, poor governance, and regional inequalities. The group’s adaptive tactics and exploitation of local grievances have made counterinsurgency efforts challenging. While military operations have yielded some territorial gains against Boko Haram, sustainable peace remains elusive without addressing underlying socio-economic problems. Policy recommendations emphasize a holistic strategy combining security improvement, economic empowerment, education reforms, and regional cooperation to dismantle extremist networks and promote long-term stability in Nigeria and the Lake Chad Basin.
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