A country in the throes of crime: a theoretical focus on the complexities of kidnapping in Nigeria

Relying mainly on review of relevant literature to obtain necessary data and information, this research theoretically explored the intricacies of kidnapping in Nigeria. Relative deprivation, frustration-aggression and routine activities theories were integrated to dissect the problem. We found evide...

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Main Author: Nnam, Macpherson U. (Author)
Contributors: Ordu, Gilbert E.
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
Published: 2020
In: African journal of criminology and justice studies
Year: 2020, Volume: 13, Issue: 1, Pages: 1-15
Online Access: Volltext (Verlag)
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