Posted: 20 May 2021| Region: Africa | Category: Analysis
Authors: Dr. Olajumoke (Jumo) Ayandele; Curtis Goos
Abduction/forced disappearance events more than doubled in Nigeria last year. ACLED Nigeria Senior Researcher Dr. Olajumoke Ayandele and Research Analyst Curtis Goos unpack the data on the country’s kidnapping crisis, mapping the key players, targets, and trends.
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Dr. Ayandele’s research expertise lies at the intersection of conflict, violent extremism and local political stability in Africa. A distinguished African Security Scholar, Dr. Ayandele maintains collaborative partnerships with international and regional decision-makers, as well as governmental institutions, to advance human security initiatives and programs that contribute to a peaceful and secure Africa. She holds a Ph.D. in Global Affairs from Rutgers – The State University of New Jersey, an M.P.A. in International Development Policy and Management, and a B.A. in Economics (Hons.), both from New York University.
Curtis Goos is a Research Analyst at ACLED. He holds a BA in International Studies and French from the University of Iowa and a Master in Public Affairs from Princeton University. His thematic research interests include international migration, state-led efforts to prevent violent extremism (PVE), and peacebuilding efforts in post-conflict countries. His regional interests include Francophone Sub-Saharan Africa.
