Published 2025-05-01
Abstract
Ethnicity has been a major problem that threatens the existence of Nigeria as a nation. It has become a common phenomenon and even after political independence in 1960, the nation=s confidence in her ability to maintain national integration has fallen to every low ebb. The menace called ethnicity has made the nation vulnerable and prone to violent conflicts which have claimed the lives of many. The Nigerian state today is confronted with a lot of challenges inter alia the complains of being dominated, exploited and marginalised at the Federal, State and Local levels. The Ethnic uprising resulting from marginalisation which is a fundamental character of Nigerian politics have not only provided the basis for systematic political instability, but also retarded the prospects for rapid socio- economic development. The reoccurrence of ethnic conflicts in Nigeria suggest the need for a comprehensive approach in dealing with the phenomenon. The task of nation Bbuilding is a collective one, therefore, all ethnic communities, religious organisations, governmental agencies and the entire civil society group should be involved in the pursuit of peace, stability and the development of the nation.