TERRORISM AND SECURITIZATION IN THE 21ST CENTURY: WEST AFRICAN REFLECTION

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The paper outlines terrorism and securitization in the 21st century, reflecting on West Africa. After the U.S attack in September 11, terrorism is given a new concept. However, terrorism in the 21st century has become one of the leading domestic and international challenges globally, especially in West Africa. The nature of terrorism is manifest in our daily lives based on the number of victims it claims. The paper uses theoretical and practical interference to provide the historical background of terrorism in West Africa, including ideologies and group formations, causes, consequences, and responses. This paper is crucial as it can help researchers and academics, policymakers, international organizations, and most government members understand the need for socioeconomic development and other mechanisms to combat terrorism in West Africa