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Impact Assessment of Nigeria’s Afrocentric Foreign Policy on Peace and Security in West Africa

The paper analyzes the impact of Nigeria’s Afrocentric foreign policy on peace and security in West Africa. Its goal is to assess how Nigeria’s foreign policy has contributed to regional stability in Africa through diplomatic leadership, institutional academic growth, economic integration, and military efforts. Using case studies, research, and scholarly evidence, this paper evaluates Nigeria’s influence on regional cooperation, peacebuilding, and conflict resolution, while also highlighting key limitations across the continent. It begins by examining the historical background of Nigeria’s Afr…