Vol. 2 No. 2 (2025)

Articles

• Articles

  Decentralization and Democratic Deepening in Albania: Challenges and Opportunities

  Roland BEJKO

  This paper examines the relationship between decentralization and democratic deepening in post-communist Albania. Focusing on the period following the landmark 2015 Territorial and Administrative Reform (TAR), it analyzes the primary challenges and opportunities that have emerged. Drawing on…

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  The Impact of Civil War on Prisons in Nigeria and Its National Security Implication

  Dominic Akpan, Julius Ogueri Ebereonwu

  Prior to the advent of colonial administration in Nigeria, punishment and prisons were under the control of traditional institutions. However, the emergence of colonial rule in Nigeria witnessed the introduction of English penal codes by the British colonial administrators through various…

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  Vigilantism and Policing In Akwa Ibom State of Nigeria, 1987 – 1999

  Ubongabasi Israel, Christopher Tette Umoh

  The rise in crime and insecurity in Akwa Ibom State from 1987 to 1999, led to the proliferation of several non-state armed groups like Vigilante Groups of Nigeria, among others In spite of this development, however, issues and concerns were constantly being raised about them regarding whether they…

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  Implementing Social Protection for Older Persons: Awareness and Local Implementation of RA 9994 in Marawi City

  Hosnie M. Gogo

  This study was undertaken to examine the awareness and implementation of the Expanded Senior Citizens Act of 2010 (Republic Act No. 9994) in Marawi City, recognizing the growing importance of social protection policies for an aging population. This study utilized a descriptive-correlational…

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  Counter-Insurgency Operations and National Security: Lessons from Bangladesh’s Law Enforcement Agencies

  Bikash Chandra Das

  This study investigates the effectiveness of Law enforcement agencies led Counter Insurgency Operations in Bangladesh from 2005 to 2020, focusing on key factors such as intelligence-sharing, inter-agency coordination, and legal frameworks in tackling terrorism and extremism. Over the 15-year…

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