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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 contents
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 Okerek
About the author
Osita Agbuis professor of international relations and dean of faculty of management and social sciences at Baze University.C. Nna-Emeka Okereke is Chief Research Fellow with the Centre for Strategic Research and Studies at National Defence College, Nigeria.Osita Agbuis professor of international relations and dean of faculty of management and social sciences at Baze University.C. Nna-Emeka Okereke is Chief Research Fellow with the Centre for Strategic Research and Studies at National Defence College, Nigeria.Usman A. Tar is endowed professor of defense and security studies at the Nigerian Defence Academy.C.K. Robertson, Ph.D., is an Episcopal priest and professor, editor of the academic book series Studies in Episcopal and Anglican Theology, and a former board member and frequent guest editor of the Anglican Theological Review.Sharkdam Wapmuk is associate professor of defence and security studies at the Nigerian Defence Academy.
Summary
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.
