Internal Mechanisms as tools for conflict resolution: A case study on Share-Tsaragi, Nigeria
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2021-01-20
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Heliyon
Abstract
Share and Tsaragi are twin communities in Kwara State, Nigeria, living harmoniously for centuries before a crisis
on border issues erupted between them. This study argues that internal mechanisms that originate from the
people's philosophy and culture are potent tools to sustain peaceful co-existence between them. The research
designs are quantitative and qualitative and data were gathered from participant observations, questionnaires,
and interviews. Findings show that government interventions have not been perfectly enforced, hence recurring
conflicts. The study concludes that crises are imminent where population growth is without corresponding economic
empowerment and socio-cultural integration among the people. Previous research efforts confirm that
African conflicts often occur due to the combination of poverty and weak States and institutions. However, data
from this research confirm that collaborations and consensus are potent tools to entrench peace in Share and
Tsaragi communities.
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Inter-ethnic crisis, Consensus/collaborations, Peace, Culture, Internal mechanisms
Citation
Oyeronke Olademo, R. W. Omotoye, S.O. Ikibe, L.O. Ibraheem, Y.O. Tijani, S.O, Abubakre, A.J. Aboyeji, A.A. Adebisi, A.O. Fahm, and R.A. Adimula. (2021): Internal Mechanisms as tools for conflict resolution: A case study on Share-Tsaragi, Nigeria. Heliyon Social Science 7(1), 20 January. Available online at: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.heliyon.2021.e05974 OR https://www.sciencedirect.com/journal/heliyon/vol/7/issue/1?page=2