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An Appraisal of Sea Robbery Control in Nigerias Waterways : Lessons from Niger Delta Region

Adongoi Toakodi, Otodo Ifenychukwu, Azibasuam Adioni Arogo

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Ogbia Rural Development Authority,Opume Town, Ogbia Local Government Area, Bayelsa State NIGERIA
Coordinator Bayelsa State Volunteers, Yenagoa LGA Chapter NIGERIA
Bayelsa State College of Health Technology, Otuogidi Ogbia, NIGERIA

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This study examined strategies adopted by relevant security agencies to curb sea robbery in Niger Delta Region of Nigeria. A multi-stage sampling technique was employed to select respondents’. A Sample of 400 was derived using Taro Yamane sample size determination technique. Questionnaires and oral interview were the instruments used for data collection, while data collected were analysed using descriptive statistics. Results revealed that the joint task force (JTF) is selective in carrying out its constitutional mandate as their presence is felt only in critical facilities, which implies that security is porous and much is needed to guarantee safety of lives and properties on Nigeria territorial waters. Consequent upon this finding, crime-mapping as indicated on GIS map of sample states is recommended.

Keywords:
Appraisal, Sea Robbery , Lessons, Niger Delta Waterways

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