Correlation Coefficient of Insecurity in Nigeria from 2012 to 2021


Authors : Ezenekwe, I. E

Volume/Issue : Volume 8 - 2023, Issue 6 - June

Google Scholar : https://bit.ly/3TmGbDi

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DOI : https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.8118866

Abstract : Insecurity has become Nigeria’s word on the lips and daily topic of discussion where meaningful Citizens of the country are gathered. This situation is subject to fear or danger. Activities such as armed robbery, violent crimes, political assassination, kidnapping and a lot of others are evidence of Nigeria insecurity as these gave rise to all manner of atrocities in the country and negatively affect the economy of the country. In this study, data collected on the Gross Domestic Products and causes of insecurity in Nigeria from 2012 to 2021 was carefully analyzed using the approach of correlation coefficient and the result revealed that insecurity in Nigeria is negatively affecting the economic growth and development of the country. The study recommends that transparency administration in Nigeria system of leadership should be strictly adhered to.

Keywords : Insecurity, Economic Development, National Security and National Development.

Insecurity has become Nigeria’s word on the lips and daily topic of discussion where meaningful Citizens of the country are gathered. This situation is subject to fear or danger. Activities such as armed robbery, violent crimes, political assassination, kidnapping and a lot of others are evidence of Nigeria insecurity as these gave rise to all manner of atrocities in the country and negatively affect the economy of the country. In this study, data collected on the Gross Domestic Products and causes of insecurity in Nigeria from 2012 to 2021 was carefully analyzed using the approach of correlation coefficient and the result revealed that insecurity in Nigeria is negatively affecting the economic growth and development of the country. The study recommends that transparency administration in Nigeria system of leadership should be strictly adhered to.

Keywords : Insecurity, Economic Development, National Security and National Development.

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