{"id":5992,"date":"2025-06-24T20:50:38","date_gmt":"2025-06-24T20:50:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ijssass.com\/journal\/narratives-of-defence-a-qualitative-study-of-military-strategies-against-terrorism-in-nigeria\/"},"modified":"2025-06-25T04:18:09","modified_gmt":"2025-06-25T04:18:09","slug":"narratives-of-defence-a-qualitative-study-of-military-strategies-against-terrorism-in-nigeria","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ijssass.com\/journal\/narratives-of-defence-a-qualitative-study-of-military-strategies-against-terrorism-in-nigeria\/","title":{"rendered":"Narratives of Defence: A Qualitative Study of Military Strategies Against Terrorism in Nigeria"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>This article was originally published as: <strong>Narratives of Defence: A Qualitative Study of Military Strategies Against Terrorism in Nigeria<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Original Article Link: <a href='https:\/\/utafitionline.com\/index.php\/eajhss\/article\/view\/857' target='_blank' rel='noopener'>Read Original Article<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Download PDF: <a href='https:\/\/utafitionline.com\/index.php\/eajhss\/article\/download\/857\/320' target='_blank' rel='noopener'>Click Here to Download PDF<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Abstract<\/h2>\n<p>The purpose of this qualitative study is to delve into the military&#8217;s counterterrorism strategies in Nigeria, focusing on the narratives and experiences of military personnel engaged in these operations. Through in-depth interviews and case studies, the research uncovers the complexities and challenges faced by the military in combating terrorism. Key themes such as the critical role of local intelligence, the importance of community trust, and the significant impact of military tactics on civilian populations are identified. The findings highlight the successes and limitations of current strategies, offering a nuanced understanding of the military&#8217;s approach to counterterrorism in Nigeria. 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