State Security Apparatus and Emergence of Regional Armed Security Architecture in Nigeria (2015-2021)

The emergence and proliferation of non-state armed security outfits across different geopolitical zones in Nigeria recent times is on the rise. Scholars have argued causes, necessity legality these regional outfits. However, studies not empirically examined character state as propelling factor for increase This study, therefore, whether weak governance by Federal Government accounted people centered architecture Nigeria. study adopted documentary method data collection, which was then analyzed through qualitative descriptive methods analysis. Regional Security Complex Theory (RSCT) utilized foundation our theoretical framework. Findings showed that federal government contributed to non- within period under study. As a corollary above, this recommended building synergy collaboration between agencies will strengthen intelligence gathering effective provision.