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ASPECTS OF PRECOLONIAL ISOKO SOCIO-POLITICAL RELATIONS WITH THEIR NEIGHBOURS IN SOUTH CENTRAL NIGERIA Okpevra, Uwomano Benjamin
International Review of Humanities Studies Vol. 5, No. 2
Publisher : UI Scholars Hub

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This work focused on aspects of pre-colonial Isoko socio-political relations with their neighbours in the Niger Delta region of South Central Nigeria. It attempts to illuminate the nexus between internal and external dynamics and the concomitant changes and continuities in Isoko relations with their Urhobo, Ijaw, Ukwuani and Aboh neighbours. The work is premised on the historical method and interpretations deploying primary and secondary data to achieve its objective. The study concludes that intergroup relations in the region is largely influenced by their somewhat common ancestral origin; geographical contiguity; a shared common environmental and cultural practices; and the experience of similar external influences. This is done within the context of contemporary trajectory of the socio-political conflicts in the Niger Delta with serious implications for both National and International interests.

Navigating Global Realities: An In-Depth Analysis of The Legal and Institutional Framework of Nigerian Foreign Policy Okpevra, Uwomano Benjamin; Usiemure, Christopher Oghenerioborue
Ministrate: Jurnal Birokrasi dan Pemerintahan Daerah Vol 6, No 1 (2024): Ministrate
Publisher : Jurusan Administrasi Publik FISIP UIN SGD Bandung

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15575/jbpd.v6i1.38501

This article provides a critical examination of the complex legal and institutional framework that shapes Nigerian foreign policy, highlighting its evolution, challenges, and implications within the contemporary global context. Positioned as a key player in African affairs, Nigeria's foreign policy is guided by a set of legal foundations and institutional mechanisms that have developed since the country's post-independence era. Through a historical lens, this study traces the key milestones, shifts, and guiding principles that have influenced Nigeria's foreign policy trajectory. The paper offers a comprehensive analysis of relevant laws, treaties, constitutional provisions, and the roles of key governmental bodies and diplomatic institutions. By exploring the interplay between these legal frameworks and institutional structures, this research provides valuable insights into the dynamics that shape Nigeria's interactions on the global stage, contributing to a deeper understanding of the country's role in international relations.

Critiquing Global Priorities: The UN Military Spending, Peacebuilding, and the Role of Love in International Relations. Okpevra, Uwomano Benjamin
JPW (Jurnal Politik Walisongo) Vol. 6 No. 2 (2024)
Publisher : Fakultas Ilmu Sosial dan Ilmu Politik (FISIP) UIN Walisongo

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This paper delves into the intricate relationship between international relations and government budgets, focusing on the paradoxical allocation of resources to both peace and war efforts. By examining the stark contrast between the colossal military expenditures of nations, particularly the United States, and the comparatively modest budgets of global peace-building institutions like the United Nations, the study sheds light on the values and priorities of international actors. It critically evaluates the consequences of this imbalance, such as unmet societal needs, and highlights the stark juxtaposition of rhetoric about democracy and the reality of military power projection. Furthermore, this paper explores the notion that the values of a nation can be better understood through its budget than its constitution, emphasising how the allocation of resources reflects a nation's true priorities. The work advocates for a shift away from viewing humanity through a security lens, and for a more compassionate approach to global issues, grounded in the politics of love and an understanding of the genuine dilemmas of humanity. Ultimately this paper contends that a recalibration of budgetary allocations and the promotion of love and compassion are vital steps toward redefining the principles that guide international relations.Keywords: Global Priorities, Politics of Budget, Paradox of Peace and War, Role of Love, Peacebuilding, UN Military Spending.

Exploring the Currency Swap Agreement: A Deeper Analysis of Sino-Nigerian Relations Okpevra, Uwomano Benjamin; Eborka, Nkechi Faith
Malikussaleh Social and Political Reviews Vol. 6 No. 1 (2025)
Publisher : Master Program of Sociology, Universitas Malikussaleh,

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This study investigates the China-Nigeria Currency Exchange Agreement, a landmark financial arrangement signed in April 2018 aimed at enhancing bilateral trade and investment by allowing transactions in local currencies—Chinese yuan and Nigerian naira—without reliance on the U.S. dollar. The research delves into the agreement’s key objectives, mechanisms of implementation, and its broader implications for trade relations, economic stability, and foreign exchange dynamics between the two countries. Utilizing secondary data sources and a qualitative analytical approach, the study assesses the extent to which the agreement has succeeded in mitigating currency volatility, reducing transaction costs, and strengthening financial autonomy. Furthermore, it explores how such currency swap arrangements can reshape global financial interactions, particularly for emerging economies seeking to diversify their external economic engagements and reduce dependence on dominant currencies like the U.S. dollar. The findings contribute to the growing discourse on South-South cooperation and offer insights into the strategic use of bilateral financial instruments within an increasingly multipolar international economic system.

Critiquing Global Priorities: The UN Military Spending, Peacebuilding, and the Role of Love in International Relations. Okpevra, Uwomano Benjamin
JPW (Jurnal Politik Walisongo) Vol. 6 No. 2 (2024)
Publisher : Fakultas Ilmu Sosial dan Ilmu Politik (FISIP) UIN Walisongo

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21580/jpw.v6i2.23440

This paper delves into the intricate relationship between international relations and government budgets, focusing on the paradoxical allocation of resources to both peace and war efforts. By examining the stark contrast between the colossal military expenditures of nations, particularly the United States, and the comparatively modest budgets of global peace-building institutions like the United Nations, the study sheds light on the values and priorities of international actors. It critically evaluates the consequences of this imbalance, such as unmet societal needs, and highlights the stark juxtaposition of rhetoric about democracy and the reality of military power projection. Furthermore, this paper explores the notion that the values of a nation can be better understood through its budget than its constitution, emphasising how the allocation of resources reflects a nation's true priorities. The work advocates for a shift away from viewing humanity through a security lens, and for a more compassionate approach to global issues, grounded in the politics of love and an understanding of the genuine dilemmas of humanity. Ultimately this paper contends that a recalibration of budgetary allocations and the promotion of love and compassion are vital steps toward redefining the principles that guide international relations.Keywords: Global Priorities, Politics of Budget, Paradox of Peace and War, Role of Love, Peacebuilding, UN Military Spending.

Geopolitical Rivalries: The Ethnic Dimensions and Global Implications of the Russia-Ukraine Conflict Ovuede, David Obukokhwo; Okpevra, Uwomano Benjamin; Ovuede, David Lenin
ARISTO Vol 14 No 2 (2026): July : Forthcoming
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Ponorogo

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This paper investigates the Russia-Ukraine conflict as a nexus of historical legacies, ethnic nationalism, and US-Russia geopolitical contestation, rooted in the aftermath of the Soviet Union’s dissolution. By synthesising historical analysis, policy documents, through a mixed-methods framework, the study positions the war as a proxy struggle shaped by competing globalist and irredentist agendas. Four interconnected drivers emerge: Russia’s resurgence as a counterweight to US-led unipolarity; NATO’s eastward expansion as a catalyst for Russian security anxieties; energy geopolitics influencing regional dependencies; and de-Russification policies amplifying ethnic tensions in Ukraine’s divided sociopolitical landscape. The findings revealed the conflict transcends Ukraine’s sovereignty, reflecting broader systemic rivalries where external powers exploit historical grievances – such as Soviet-era identity fractures and contested territorial narratives – to advance strategic aims. These dynamics have entrenched Ukraine as a battleground for ideological and resource dominance, fuelling ultranationalism and internal discord. The analysis highlights the interplay between structural forces– great-power competition, alliance militarisation – and localised factors, including memory politics and economic disparities, which collectively hinder diplomatic resolution. The study critiques the humanitarian consequences of proxy warfare, particularly civilian displacement and infrastructural collapse. It further underscores the role of digital disinformation and economic sanctions as hybrid tools of modern conflict. Keywords: Russia-Ukraine Conflict; Geopolitical Rivalry; Ethnic Nationalism; Globalism; NATO

Navigating Global Realities: An In-Depth Analysis of The Legal and Institutional Framework of Nigerian Foreign Policy Okpevra, Uwomano Benjamin; Usiemure, Christopher Oghenerioborue
Ministrate: Jurnal Birokrasi dan Pemerintahan Daerah Vol. 6 No. 1 (2024): Ministrate
Publisher : Jurusan Administrasi Publik FISIP UIN SGD Bandung

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15575/jbpd.v6i1.38501

This article provides a critical examination of the complex legal and institutional framework that shapes Nigerian foreign policy, highlighting its evolution, challenges, and implications within the contemporary global context. Positioned as a key player in African affairs, Nigeria's foreign policy is guided by a set of legal foundations and institutional mechanisms that have developed since the country's post-independence era. Through a historical lens, this study traces the key milestones, shifts, and guiding principles that have influenced Nigeria's foreign policy trajectory. The paper offers a comprehensive analysis of relevant laws, treaties, constitutional provisions, and the roles of key governmental bodies and diplomatic institutions. By exploring the interplay between these legal frameworks and institutional structures, this research provides valuable insights into the dynamics that shape Nigeria's interactions on the global stage, contributing to a deeper understanding of the country's role in international relations.

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