Authors :
Dr. Edith Ogoegbunam Onyeanu; Dr. Egbere Michael Ikechukwu; Dr. Ajayi Tijjani Ahmed; Dr. Bello Bamanga
Volume/Issue :
Volume 8 - 2023, Issue 8 - August
Google Scholar :
https://bit.ly/3TmGbDi
Scribd :
https://tinyurl.com/29dk83cm
DOI :
https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.8344442
Abstract :
In the face of evolving terrorism threats, the
intersection of nuclear security and counterterrorism
efforts has become a critical concern, particularly in
regions like Northern Nigeria marked by extremism and
instability. This study explores the importance of
strengthening Nuclear Material Accounting & Control
(NMAC) as a strategic defense against nuclear terrorism.
The introduction sets the stage by highlighting the global
concern regarding the potential exploitation of nuclear
materials by terrorist entities, particularly in the Northern
Nigeria context. The subsequent sections delve into the
current landscape of nuclear security and terrorism,
discussing terrorist motivations, technological advances,
and vulnerabilities of nuclear materials, global security
frameworks, and regional hotspots. The study emphasizes
the role of NMAC in countering terrorism, addressing its
benefits in enhancing detection and prevention,
minimizing insider threats, strengthening physical security
measures, fostering international collaboration, and
building deterrence and preparedness. The proposed
global training approach for NMAC principles is outlined,
focusing on tailored curriculum development, multi-
stakeholder collaboration, scenario-based training
exercises, technical workshops, cross-border learning
exchanges, virtual training platforms, and periodic
refresher courses. The study concludes by highlighting the
benefits and impacts of this approach, including enhanced
counterterrorism capabilities, strengthened security
infrastructure, deterrence, and international collaboration.
It also recommends the establishment of specialized
training centers, international collaboration, tailored
programs, interdisciplinary training, public awareness,
legislative frameworks, and regional cooperation to
effectively implement NMAC in Northern Nigeria and
mitigate the threat of nuclear terrorism.
Keywords :
Nuclear Terrorism, NMAC Principles, Counterterrorism, Northern Nigeria, Security Enhancement.
In the face of evolving terrorism threats, the
intersection of nuclear security and counterterrorism
efforts has become a critical concern, particularly in
regions like Northern Nigeria marked by extremism and
instability. This study explores the importance of
strengthening Nuclear Material Accounting & Control
(NMAC) as a strategic defense against nuclear terrorism.
The introduction sets the stage by highlighting the global
concern regarding the potential exploitation of nuclear
materials by terrorist entities, particularly in the Northern
Nigeria context. The subsequent sections delve into the
current landscape of nuclear security and terrorism,
discussing terrorist motivations, technological advances,
and vulnerabilities of nuclear materials, global security
frameworks, and regional hotspots. The study emphasizes
the role of NMAC in countering terrorism, addressing its
benefits in enhancing detection and prevention,
minimizing insider threats, strengthening physical security
measures, fostering international collaboration, and
building deterrence and preparedness. The proposed
global training approach for NMAC principles is outlined,
focusing on tailored curriculum development, multi-
stakeholder collaboration, scenario-based training
exercises, technical workshops, cross-border learning
exchanges, virtual training platforms, and periodic
refresher courses. The study concludes by highlighting the
benefits and impacts of this approach, including enhanced
counterterrorism capabilities, strengthened security
infrastructure, deterrence, and international collaboration.
It also recommends the establishment of specialized
training centers, international collaboration, tailored
programs, interdisciplinary training, public awareness,
legislative frameworks, and regional cooperation to
effectively implement NMAC in Northern Nigeria and
mitigate the threat of nuclear terrorism.
Keywords :
Nuclear Terrorism, NMAC Principles, Counterterrorism, Northern Nigeria, Security Enhancement.
