Strategic partnerships and Nigeria’s national security

Nigeria’s security challenges, including terrorism, insurgency, and organized crimes, had necessitated strategic partnerships with regional and global players. This study explored Nigeria’s non-aligned Strategic Partnership and their implications on her national security. The Regional Security Complex Theory was used to provide a useful lens in analysing Nigeria’s Strategic Partnership to address its security challenges. The study adopted a qualitative research methodology approach and employed thematic analysis of data obtained from primary and secondary sources. Findings revealed that while these partnerships have bolstered Nigeria’s counterterrorism and intelligence-sharing efforts, challenges such as overdependence on foreign aid, corruption, and bureaucratic inefficiencies persisted. The study recommended that ensuring transparency and accountability in security operations as well as strengthening diplomatic strategies and investing in local defence capabilities were critical to maximizing the benefits of these strategic partnerships and ensuring long-term stability for Nigeria.