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THE ROLE OF EDUCATION IN ADDRESSING MILITANCY IN BAYELSA STATE OF NIGERIA
Abstract
This paper examined the role of education in addressing militancy in Bayelsa State. Efforts geared toward addressing the issues of militancy through the use of the Nigerian military forces had failed rather resulting to more violent conflict in the area. The paper discussed the causes of militancy such as oil based marginalization of the people, environment degradation, unemployment and poverty in the area. The paper pointed out the consequences of militancy. This has led to destruction of oil pipelines, violence and hostage taking, collapse of economy activities and insecurity in the state. To remedy the causes and consequence of militancy in Bayelsa State, education which is the most powerful weapon in addressing societal problems and transforming life should be used, by inculcating self reliance for economic and national development including peace and security. Education can become the secret key to government and policy makers in addressing militancy in Bayelsa State.
Keywords: Militancy, causes, Consequence and Education