Dr. Norman Sempijja, an Associate Professor at Mohammed VI Polytechnic University, explores the conflicts in the Lake Chad Basin region, which includes Nigeria, Cameroon, Niger, and Chad. These countries experience some of Africa's most severe conflicts, significantly impacting the region. In his forthcoming paper, “The Effect of Lake Chad Basin Conflicts on the Study of Civil War,” Dr. Sempijja offers valuable insights into the distinctive dynamics and challenges of this area, contributing to a deeper understanding of the conflicts in the Lake Chad Basin.
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