CHALLENGES OF NATIONAL SECURITY AND ITS IMPLICATIONS ON SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT IN NIGERIA

The Spate of attack in Nigeria north east geo political zone by the Book-Haram has been and concern to scholars and public commentators alike. Terrorist attacks in many soft targets such as markets, public institution of government and indeed most places of worship and security formations have left devastating impact in no small measure. The emerging attacks have essentially brought about high rate of displacement destitution rape disease pandemics increase in crime rates rising corrupt practical's among IDP camps. This study is a theoretical exploration of the correlation between terrorism and insecurity. The study relied on similarly works and feature of seasoned scholars in the broader field of terrorism intruding for the investigation. The study find out/ seem up with strategy (counter-terrorism) which olive any option for democratic sustenance/consolidation in the 2 V* century and beyond, therefore, the study recommend, that the government of Nigeria should partner with the international community in addressing the Boko Haram insurgency. Terrorism is a global phenomenon; therefore, it is advisable that it should also be addressed through global collaboration.