Cameroon-Nigeria Relations

This book examines the trends and dynamics associated with Cameroon–Nigeria relations. It offers rich perspectives for understanding the objectives and drivers of diplomatic relations between both countries.

Cameroon-Nigeria Relations: Trends and Perspectives, edited by Osita Agbu and C. Nna-Emeka Okereke, examines various aspects of Cameroon-Nigeria relations since the countries attained independence in 1960. The Cameroonian and Nigerian contributors contextualize core topical issues that have featured prominently in the course of bilateral relations between both countries, ranging from the theoretical underpinnings required to understand the dynamics of Cameroon-Nigeria relations to contending issues and areas of mutual interests driving diplomatic relations between them. This book reveals trends and dynamics while also accommodating divergent perspectives that demonstrate how theories can be applied to achieve real results. Of significant import is the prognosis that stimulates concerns for the future of Cameroon-Nigeria relations bearing in mind the strategic positions of both countries in West and Central Africa. Cameroon-Nigeria Relations is an indispensable resource for scholars, diplomats, and foreign policy actors that will enrich understanding and inform opinions on charting future courses for healthy bilateral relations between Cameroon and Nigeria.

List of Figures and Tables

Foreword

Preface

Acknowledgments

List of Abbreviations

Introduction

C. Nna-Emeka Okereke and Osita Agbu

1. Bilateralism and Inter-State Relations: Theoretical and Conceptual Explanations

Bernard Nwosu and Chinyere Ibeh

2. The ‘Good Neighbour Policy’ and Cameroon-Nigeria Relations

Osita Agbu

3. Foreign Policy Options for Socio-Cultural and Economic Development between Cameroon and Nigeria 1960-1992

Primus Fonkeng

4. Border Policies and Border Communities in Post-Independence Cameroon and Nigeria: The Ejagham Communities in Perspective

Raphael Achou Etta

5. Cameroon-Nigeria Bilateral Economic Relations

Adeola Caroline Akindoju

6. The Role of External Actors in Cameroon-Nigeria Relations

Tola Odubajo

7. Analysing Cameroon’s Role in the Biafra-Nigeria War (1967-1970)

Greg Fah Fombo and C. Nna-Emeka Okereke

8. Managing National Interests in Evolving Security Environment between Cameroon and Nigeria: A Historical Review

C. Nna-Emeka Okereke and Greg Fah Fombo

9. Understanding Security Relations and Defence Cooperation between Cameroon and Nigeria

C. Nna-Emeka Okereke and Roger Kuitche

10. Counterterrorism and Counter Insurgency Engagements of Cameroon-Nigeria Along Common Border Areas

Usman A Tar and Nufaisa Garba Ahmed

11. Smuggling of Crude Oil and Petroleum Products across Cameroon-Nigeria Borders

Freedom Chukwudi Onuoha and Jasper Chidiebube Uche

12. Environmental Governance and Related Human Security Issues in Nigeria-Cameroon Relations: Lagdo Dam in Perspective

Christian Ichite and Olanrewaju Lateef Yusuf

13. Maritime Domain Management and National Security: Cameroon-Nigeria Boundary in Perspective

Patrick Chibueze Nwatu

14. Cameroon-Nigeria Diplomatic Relations: Bakassi Crisis and International Court of Justice Decisions in Perspective

Osita Agbu

15. The Bakassi Question: Beyond the International Court of Justice (ICJ) Verdict

Sharkdam Wapmuk and Solomon Ayegba Usman

16. Cameroon-Nigeria Relations in the Light of Anglophone Crisis

C. Nna-Emeka Okereke and Obinna Ukaeje

17. Cameroon-Nigeria Bilateral Relations: Some Informed Projections

C. Nna-Emeka Okereke and Osita Agbu

18. Cameroon-Nigeria Relations: A Select Annotated Bibliography

Pamela Ogwuazor Momah

Index

About the Editors and Contributors