Title

Gangs In Nigeria: An Updated Examination

Abstract

This paper analyzes gangs in Nigeria, providing an updated examination of their current strategies and activities. The premise of this analysis partly draws on Social Identity Theory, with respect to gang affiliation. Particularly explored are (1) gang cultism as a common phenomenon on college campuses in Nigeria (through their malicious, secret, fraternity-like activities) and (2) the role of Islam in Nigerian gangs. The case study of the 'Yan Daba, urban gangs particularly found in the northern part of Nigeria, is used to illustrate the authors' arguments. A brief comparison of Nigerian Muslim gangs with European Muslim gangs is also provided. © Springer Science + Business Media B.V. 2009.

Publication Date

10-1-2009

Publication Title

Crime, Law and Social Change

Volume

52

Issue

5

Number of Pages

495-511

Document Type

Article

Personal Identifier

scopus

DOI Link

https://doi.org/10.1007/s10611-009-9208-y

Socpus ID

70350576443 (Scopus)

Source API URL

https://api.elsevier.com/content/abstract/scopus_id/70350576443

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