Musa, S.-Y. (2025) Nigeria. In: Heinecken, L. and Leuprecht, C. (eds.) Military Operations in Response to Domestic Emergencies and Global Pandemics : Implications for Civil-Military Relations. Switzerland: Springer. pp. 389-407.
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Abstract:
When Nigeria confirmed its first COVID-19 case on February 27, 2020, the government deployed the military to enforce movement restrictions and public compliance measures. With an extensive presence in domestic security operations across multiple states, redeployment required minimal effort. While some new operations were established, many overlapped with existing deployments. Two new regulations expanded the powers of security agencies, further integrating the military into the national pandemic response. This chapter examines the securitisation of Nigeria’s response to COVID-19, focusing on the military’s role in enforcement and crisis management.
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Uncontrolled Keywords:
/dk/atira/pure/sustainabledevelopmentgoals/peace_justice_and_strong_institutions
Creators:
Musa, S.-Y.
Editors:
Heinecken, L. and Leuprecht, C.
Publisher:
Springer
Date:
25 July 2025
Date Type:
Publication
Page Range:
pp. 389-407
Title of Book:
Military Operations in Response to Domestic Emergencies and Global Pandemics : Implications for Civil-Military Relations
Series Name:
The Military and Society
Number:
1
Place of Publication:
Switzerland
Number of Pages:
294488
Language:
English
ISBN:
9783031867408
Status:
Published / Disseminated
Refereed:
Yes
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