Governance not guns will secure West Africa
By Lawal Farouq A recent West Africa Security Retreat has warned that lasting peace will come not from firepower but from accountable institutions, resilient governance, and the trust of citizens.
For too long, West Africa has approached insecurity primarily as a military challenge.
Military strength will remain essential, but lasting stability will depend just as much on accountable governance, resilient institutions, economic opportunity, and the confidence citizens place in the state.
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