Basic concepts in peace studies and conflict
resolution. Peace as vehicle of unity and development. Conflict issues, Types
of conflicts e.g Ethnic/religious/political/economic conflicts. Root causes of
conflicts and violence in Africa. Indigene/settler phenomenon, peace-building.
Management of conflict and security. Elements of peace studies and conflict
resolution. Developing a culture of peace, peace mediation and peace-keeping.
Alternative Dispute Resolution(ADR), dialogue/arbitration in conflict resolution.
Role of international orgaisations in conflict resolution, e.g. ECOWAS, African
union, United Nations etc.
- Lecturer: Nnamdi Nwaodu
- Lecturer: Regina Nwokedi
- Lecturer: olatoye Solanke
Level of Study: 200 Level