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Effectiveness Of Negotiation As Instrument Of Peace In Resolving Apartheid South Africa Deep-Rooted Conflict Adedeji, amos ojo
International Journal of Education, Vocational and Social Science Vol. 1 No. 01 (2022): NOVEMBER, International Journal of Education, Vocational and Social Science (I
Publisher : Cita konsultindo

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.63922/ijevss.v1i01.24

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Seeking peaceful means of resolving conflict instead of violent means make conflict to bedynamic. Negotiation, an Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) has been a viable tool ofconflict resolution in Africa. It played prominent roles in resolving South Africa apartheidconflict. The aim of the study was to interrogate the effectiveness of negotiation as theinstrument of peace in resolving apartheid South Africa deep-rooted conflict. The study revealedthat all strategies employed in the course of apartheid crisis failed until both parties returned tothe round table for negotiation. It was also established that the attitude of give and take(compromise) led to the resolution of the conflict. However, the strategy of negotiation was notproblem-free in the resolution of the South Africa apartheid conflict. The presence of the spoilerplayed destructive role of terminating the peace movement. The study concluded byrecommending embracement of peace and dialogue instead of violence in dealing with deep-rooted conflict
Analysis of Good Governance as an Earmark of Distinctive Federalism in Nigeria Federation Adedeji, Amos Ojo
Journal of Governance and Accountability Studies Vol. 2 No. 2 (2022): July
Publisher : Goodwood Publishing

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35912/jgas.v2i2.1474

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Purpose: The restructuring of Nigeria towards the path of true federalism is a clarion call for good governance in the federation. It is argued that the enhanced performance of governmental agencies in any federation is a product of good governance, which in turn leads to peace, security, and development in the living standard of the people. The main objective of this paper is to examine good governance as a catalyst of true federalism in Nigeria. Research methodology: The paper employs a qualitative methodology that heavily relies on secondary sources of data. Results: In line with the findings, Nigeria's route to true federalism is being hampered by a variety of challenges which include but are not limited to weak leadership, corruption, flawed electoral procedures, an uneven distribution of resources, and a lack of security of lives and properties. Limitations: The study covers only Nigeria and may not be appropriate to generalize the findings to other countries practicing federalism. Contributions: The study contributes to knowledge as it examines the impact of good governance as an earmark of distinctive federalism in Nigeria federation, which has not been adequately discussed in numerous works on federalism. It recommended that good governance that encompasses accountability, prudent financial management, and an improved judicial system backed up with adequate security of life and property.