International Journal of Peace and Conflict Studies

Insurgents and Their Acts: Understanding the Armed Groups in the Niger Delta, Nigeria

Nwackukwu J. Obiakor — 2025-08-05

Insurgency in the Niger Delta is a recurring decimal, cutting across the pre-colonial, colonial and post-colonial history of the region. Though, causes of armed uprising in the Niger Delta vary significantly, however, the discovery of crude oil had changed the nomenclature of conflicts in the region. As the ill feeling of neglect, marginalization, environmental degradation, water pollution, youth unemployment and monumental poverty even in the midst of plenty became the springboard that encouraged the armed uprising and brought about the emergence of sophisticated armed groups in the region. Hence this study will examine the Niger Delta insurgents and their acts, while evaluating the recruitment strategy of the insurgents, the source of arms, funding and the military training of the Niger Delta insurgent as well as other logistical prowess. Using both primary and secondary data, this study argues that contemporary armed groups in the Niger Delta region are increasingly more sophisticated in terms of training, information gathering and weaponry including enhance ICT tech. Thus, any effort to curb incessant arm uprising in the Niger Delta region must provide employment opportunities, education platforms and above all an enabling environment for peace to strive in the Niger Delta.

Donald Trump Administration and Massive Deportation Policy of Undocumented Immigrants: Implication to America’s Economy

Ubi Ubi Omini — 2025-08-20

The articles hinged on the Donald Trump administration and its massive deportation policy of undocumented immigrants. The article explained the reasons why America has become the destination point for migrants following its history and its contributions to the underdevelopment of other countries and continents. The article ventured into the contributions of migrants to the development of American’s economy. Also, how the deportation policy can be counterproductive to the economy of America at the long run. Recommendations were made on how to manage the undocumented immigrants, while migrants with criminal records should be deported, migrants who have contributed to the development of America without any criminal records should be documented and thus make their residence legitimate.

Crime Prevalence and Domestic Violence in Kisenyi Slum Area of Kampala City

Abeera Odetha Katuramu — 2025-08-21

This study investigated the prevalence of crime and domestic violence in Kisenyi, Kampala City’s largest informal settlement, with the aim of understanding their interrelationship and underlying drivers. Drawing on the Social-Ecological and Routine Activity theories, the study adopted a correlational and cross-sectional design targeting 200 respondents, including residents, community leaders, police officers, NGO personnel, and development officers. Data were collected through structured questionnaires and interviews and analyzed using descriptive statistics, Pearson’s correlation, and regression analysis. The findings revealed that crime prevalence in Kisenyi characterized by theft, burglary, rape, drug trafficking, conning, and gang activities was closely linked with domestic violence, which manifested in the form of physical, sexual, and emotional abuse within households. Contributing factors such as poverty, unemployment, alcoholism, drug abuse, and overcrowding emerged as significant predictors of both community crime and intimate partner violence. Descriptive statistics indicated a moderate-to-high awareness of crime-related risks (overall mean = 2.81, SD = 0.55) and a high prevalence of domestic violence (overall mean = 3.21, SD = 0.30), while qualitative insights emphasized the role of poverty-induced frustration, cultural norms, and substance abuse in perpetuating gender-based violence. The study concluded that crime and domestic violence in Kisenyi are mutually reinforcing phenomena, exacerbated by socioeconomic hardships, weak law enforcement, and inadequate social services. It recommends integrated interventions such as strengthening community policing, expanding livelihood support, addressing substance abuse, and improving survivor-centered services. Overall, the study highlights that tackling both the structural drivers of crime and the household-level factors underlying domestic violence is essential for sustainable violence prevention and improved security in Uganda’s informal settlements, offering valuable insights for policymakers, practitioners, and community-based organizations working to enhance urban safety and social well-being.