Cocaine Hoppers: Nigerian International Cocaine Trafficking

Cocaine Hoppers provides empirical evidence to explain the involvement of Nigerians in the global cocaine trade, tracing the criminogenic environment created by the Nigerian 'state crisis' and examining the new trend of traffickers dominating the illicit trade through West Africa.

Format: Hardback
Length: 374 pages
Publication date: 20 September 2021
Publisher: Lexington Books

Cocaine Hoppers presents compelling empirical evidence to shed light on the significant involvement of Nigerians in the global cocaine trade. By delving into the criminogenic environment fostered by the Nigerian 'state crisis, Oboh meticulously traces the interplay of geographic, demographic, economic, historical, political, and cultural factors that have contributed to the flourishing of cocaine culture in Nigeria. Drawing from extensive research spanning years, Oboh unveils a social network characterized by "reverse social capital," where wealth and power are attained through illegal means solely to serve the interests of the individual. This lively and theoretically grounded study explores the emerging trend of traffickers dominating the illicit cocaine trade across West Africa, extending their operations to global destinations. By providing a comprehensive account of Nigerian involvement in international drug trafficking, as never before divulged, this book appeals to a wide range of scholars, including criminologists, social scientists, policymakers, drug researchers, and organized crime enthusiasts. Moreover, it will captivate readers with an interest in Nigeria, the challenges faced by African immigrants, and the intricate dynamics of international drug trafficking.

Weight: 794g
Dimension: 227 x 161 x 28 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781793637277