Abstract
In the past few years, the intensity of crisis in Wukari has astonishingly created one of the worse security challenges in Taraba State. This paper examined identity crisis with the view to determining the extent this has exacerbated the crisis in Wukari. The paper observed that understanding the role of identity in Wukari’s multifarious conflicts is a crucial step in establishing the linkages of several other dynamics that underlie its causes and persistency. It argued that identity dichotomy among the Jukuns has deepened grievances leading to seven disastrous conflicts in the last two years. The complex web of dynamics that often provokes these conflicts has also stalled peace-building processes. The paper adopted qualitative descriptive method of analysis while relying on the political economy approach as its theoretical guide. This approach appeared adequate for the study because it emphasized identification of themes in texts and documents that focused on the major propositions under test. It recommended all inclusive peace initiative that will involve government and stakeholders from various segments of the community towards ensuring sustainable peace in Wukari. DOI: 10.5901/mjss.2015.v4n1p17
Highlights
In the last few decades, the global system has continued to witness increase outbreak of ethno-religious and intra-state conflicts
In spite of the fact that these estimations may not be the true reflection of the condition in Wukari especially in terms of number of victims and destruction, it appears that the continuation of the crisis is threatening to wipe out some sections of the community
It is against this backdrop that this study seeks to examine the place of identity in the compounded and continually deepening Wukari crisis
Summary
In the last few decades, the global system has continued to witness increase outbreak of ethno-religious and intra-state conflicts. In spite of the fact that these estimations may not be the true reflection of the condition in Wukari especially in terms of number of victims and destruction, it appears that the continuation of the crisis is threatening to wipe out some sections of the community. It is against this backdrop that this study seeks to examine the place of identity in the compounded and continually deepening Wukari crisis. It investigates whether the deepening identity challenge played any significant role in scuttling peace-building efforts that caused the Wukari community to slide back to violence seven times in eighteen months
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