Political Thuggery and Insecurity in Nigeria, 2015 2021

Political thuggery is the intentional use of physical force threatened against another person that either result in injury, death, or psychological harm within a circle. In recent times, The Nigerian political system has witnessed increased and at same time experienced rising insecurity ranging from kidnapping, armed robbery, ritual killings, terrorism etc. these have created lot concerns both national, regional, international levels. Based on those mentioned above, this paper examined Nigeria, 2015-2021. utilized Elite theory as its theoretical framework relied secondary sources data books, journal articles, periodicals, newspapers, working papers magazines. Data collated were analyzed using content analysis findings revealed that; there link between because provides breeding ground for terrorism, drug addiction all threaten safety citizens country whole, thus recommended stiff penalty politician thug, establish mechanism demobilizing, recovering weapons, re-orientation thugs politicians, proper education. concluded responsible Nigeria.