Ethno-Culural Conflicts in the Nigerian Polity: A Colonial Legacy
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2007-12
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Journal of Arts and Education, Faculty of Arts and Education Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida Univerity Lapai
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This paper discusses the recurrent issue of ethno-cultural identities and their consequent colonial impact on political stability in Nigeria. It is argued that the basis of conflict in Nigeria is due to the fact that ethno-cultural identity and solidarity are merely used by the elite to the detriment of the masses. The paper further posits that the elites usually resort to ethnic and primordial sentiment to achieve their political and economic interest. It is further asserted that the activities of the power elites must be seen as a carry-over effect from the colonial era. All these situations have been seen to give rise to conflicts and have caused so many ethno-cultural problems.
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Ethno-Culural Conflicts