REMINISCING THE PROXIMATE TRIGGERS OF ETHNO-RELIGIOUS AND POLITICAL VIOLENCE IN NIGERIA: A REMEDY

Abstract

This paper focuses on recalling the history and immediate causes of ethno-religious and political violence in Nigeria. It observes that even though religion plays a pivotal role in triggering violence in Nigeria, other factors play a vital role. It outlines some dangers of ethno-religious and political violence to the Nigerian socio economic and political development and existence. The study submits that if Nigeria must survive from the dangers of ethno-religious and political violence, Nigerian leaders must adopt superior humanistic ideologies that will ensure mutual respect, beneficial relationships, justice, equity and fairness to everybody.