THE EVALUATION OF SOME TYPES OF JUSTICES AS MEANS OF RECONCILIATION AFTER VIOLENT CONFLICT
Ayuba Gimba Mavalla
Department of International Law and Diplomacy,
Political Science and Public Administration,
Babcock University, Ilishan-Remo, Ogun State, Nigeria
Email: mavallaa@babcock.edu.ng
Abstract
The need for justice after atrocities have been committed is the highest aspiration of the masses globally. Hence the need to evaluate of some types of justices as means of reconciliation after any violent conflict episode becomes imperative. The purpose of justice in post – conflict situations is to create sustainable peace. The method of prosecuting justice in the aftermath of mass atrocities is difficult and the process has to be carried out with much caution. Among the many methods and process to procure justice the paper support the Truth-Telling Commission has proved to be more beneficial and lasting. The paper is multi-disciplinary, which include Peace and Conflict Studies and theology. The sources will include: internet, and library resources, personal observations.