Separatist Agitations in Nigeria: A Critical Analysis of National Integration Under Buhari Administration

Abstract This study examined the interface between separatist agitations and national integration under Buhari’s Administration in Nigeria. The investigated various groups operating Nigeria, particularly Indigenous People of Biafra ( IPOB ) that emerged as an outcome unbearable incidence marginalisation by administration. leveraged on propositional trappings relative deprivation theory to explain bear witness argument when marginalization consistently goes beyond its bearable height against favour others, it would amount deprivation. becomes a breeding ground for forms agitation like self-determination. relied documentary method data gathering adopted content analysis analysing materials generated. It firmly upheld marginalisation, obviously witnessed Buhari-led administration, not only resulted revitalisation groups, but also undermined recommended, amongst other things, inclusive policy unity.