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September 17, 2025Open Access

United Nations Security Council Resolutions 2349 and 2391 and Counter Terrorism in the Lake Chad Basin and Sahel Region

Key Points

Counterterrorism efforts improved but hindered by governance and instability in regions like Nigeria and Mali.
UNSC interventions have enhanced regional security to a degree, but limitations exist due to human rights and political issues.
Research shows that enhanced intelligence-sharing is critical for developing effective counterterrorism strategies.
Challenges remain for operations like MINUSMA, requiring better coordination and financial assistance for sustainability.

Abstract

This study investigates how United Nations Security Council Resolutions 2349 and 2391 have prejudiced counterterrorism efforts in the Lake Chad Basin and Sahel region between 2017 and 2023. With focus on the emerging menace of Boko Haram, Al-Qaeda, and the Islamic State in West Africa Province, which have disrupted the stability of nations such as Nigeria, Mali, and Burkina Faso. The study examines the goals, execution, and success of the resolutions, as well as the logistical, political, and socio-economic issues encountered using historical data, interviews, and content analysis. The results indicate that, although UNSC interventions, in terms of peacekeeping, sanctions, and capacity building, have enhanced regional security, they have been limited by poor governance, political instability, and human rights issues. Operations such as MINUSMA have encountered challenges of operations and coordination. The research finds that improved intelligence-sharing, more financial and technical assistance, and socio-economic development initiatives are necessary to deal with root causes and attain sustainable peace.

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