Isiwu, Prisca and Onyeneje, Edwin C. (2022) SOCIAL CHANGE AND CONFLICT IN NIGERIA: PSYCHOLOGICAL PERSPECTIVE. In: PSYCHOLOGY, SECURITY AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT, AUGUST 24-26, 2022, LAGOS STATE UNIVERSITY.
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Abstract
Social change arises from adjustment in behavior pattern, cultural values, social structures and organizations. This shift in existing order plays role in conflict in Nigeria. Insecurity is prevalent in Nigeria today considering surge of extremism, banditry, insurgence, kidnapping. The part played by social change particularly change in the traditional Nigerian society can no longer be ignored. This study examines social change and its implications on conflicts in Nigeria using descriptive research method. Among assertions are that social change in Nigeria should be geared towards maintenance of equity, justice and that social values that promoted solidarity and cohesion among cultural groups that constitute Nigeria be instilled into the Nation -Nigeria for promotion of peace.
Item Type: | Conference or Workshop Item (Paper) |
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Subjects: | H Social Sciences > HM Sociology |
Depositing User: | mrs chioma hannah |
Date Deposited: | 21 Aug 2025 13:29 |
Last Modified: | 21 Aug 2025 13:29 |
URI: | http://eprints.gouni.edu.ng/id/eprint/5147 |
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