Abstract:

Environments that are fraught with conflict tend to generally be devoid of peace and stability. Major goals that dominate the post conflict period include: negotiating peace, resettling of displaced persons, reestablishing order via the rule of law and overall stabilizing of the political landscape. A parallel goal in post-conflict environments, particularly in situations where the conflict was domestic – such as the Boko Haram insurgency – is purging the communities of insurgents to end violence.

In post-conflict North Eastern Nigeria, trade and enterprise if introduced, could pave the way for increased levels of economic recovery as well as serve as a catalyst for rebuilding and resettling community members who were previously displaced. Governments seeking to actively rebuild in post-conflict zones should consider facilitating private-sector efforts by actively working to improve the institutional environment for doing business.

This article examines the role of entrepreneurship education in the recovery of post-conflict North Eastern Nigeria, and argues that while education tends to be a low reconstruction priority, it has the potential, if addressed strategically, to act as a catalyst for effective and sustainable post-conflict recovery. The article examines education within a broader context of post-conflict recovery and education and addresses the policy implications thereof.

Keywords:

Entrpreneurship Education, Post-Conflict Recovery, Boko Haram Insurgency.