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Fostering Human Security: Analyzing the EU’s Approach to Human Security in Nigeria.

Falk, Louise LU (2024) STVK12 20241
Department of Political Science
Abstract
This paper examines the European Union’s strategy for addressing and approaching human security in Nigeria, a nation grappling with diverse challenges spanning governance, peace, migration, and human rights. This paper aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of how the EU navigates the intricate landscape of human security challenges in Nigeria. A qualitative document analysis, including a case study of the EU-Nigeria Multi-Annual Indicative Programme 2021–2027 along with annual reports and action plans, was conducted. Five overarching themes emerge within the framework of the chosen human security approach: diversity of threats and crises, people-centered approach, prevention strategies, institutional coherence, and local ownership... (More)
This paper examines the European Union’s strategy for addressing and approaching human security in Nigeria, a nation grappling with diverse challenges spanning governance, peace, migration, and human rights. This paper aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of how the EU navigates the intricate landscape of human security challenges in Nigeria. A qualitative document analysis, including a case study of the EU-Nigeria Multi-Annual Indicative Programme 2021–2027 along with annual reports and action plans, was conducted. Five overarching themes emerge within the framework of the chosen human security approach: diversity of threats and crises, people-centered approach, prevention strategies, institutional coherence, and local ownership and participation. Moreover, this paper analyzes the various threats and risks impacting human security, the EU's humanitarian-development partnership with Nigeria, EU initiatives in conflict prevention strategies, and addressing root causes of inequality. Furthermore, the paper examines the alignment with existing institutions and mechanisms promoting human security and investigates the tangible impacts of EU interventions on local communities in Nigeria. The findings show the EU's approach to engaging with Nigeria demonstrates a comprehensive effort to address a wide range of issues that impact human well-being and security. However, despite recognizing the EU’s efforts, this paper underscores the need for ongoing adaptation and engagement to effectively address Nigeria’s dynamic security landscape. By integrating principles of human rights, governance, and social justice into its actions, the EU aims to contribute to the promotion of human security in Nigeria and the broader West African region. (Less)
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author
Falk, Louise LU
supervisor
organization
course
STVK12 20241
year
type
M2 - Bachelor Degree
subject
keywords
European Union (EU), Nigeria, Human Security, Development Aid, Multi-Annual Indicative Programme (MIP), Humanitarian-Development-Peace Nexus (HDPN)
language
English
id
9153141
date added to LUP
2024-07-18 13:52:32
date last changed
2024-07-18 13:52:32
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  abstract     = {{This paper examines the European Union’s strategy for addressing and approaching human security in Nigeria, a nation grappling with diverse challenges spanning governance, peace, migration, and human rights. This paper aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of how the EU navigates the intricate landscape of human security challenges in Nigeria. A qualitative document analysis, including a case study of the EU-Nigeria Multi-Annual Indicative Programme 2021–2027 along with annual reports and action plans, was conducted. Five overarching themes emerge within the framework of the chosen human security approach: diversity of threats and crises, people-centered approach, prevention strategies, institutional coherence, and local ownership and participation. Moreover, this paper analyzes the various threats and risks impacting human security, the EU's humanitarian-development partnership with Nigeria, EU initiatives in conflict prevention strategies, and addressing root causes of inequality. Furthermore, the paper examines the alignment with existing institutions and mechanisms promoting human security and investigates the tangible impacts of EU interventions on local communities in Nigeria. The findings show the EU's approach to engaging with Nigeria demonstrates a comprehensive effort to address a wide range of issues that impact human well-being and security. However, despite recognizing the EU’s efforts, this paper underscores the need for ongoing adaptation and engagement to effectively address Nigeria’s dynamic security landscape. By integrating principles of human rights, governance, and social justice into its actions, the EU aims to contribute to the promotion of human security in Nigeria and the broader West African region.}},
  author       = {{Falk, Louise}},
  language     = {{eng}},
  note         = {{Student Paper}},
  title        = {{Fostering Human Security: Analyzing the EU’s Approach to Human Security in Nigeria.}},
  year         = {{2024}},
}