Victor Adetula

Victor Adetula is a Professor of International Relations & Development Studies at the University of Jos, Nigeria, where he has been affiliated since 1988. He holds a PhD in Political Science (Political Economy & Development Studies) from the University of Jos (1996) and an M.Sc. in International Relations from the University of Ife (1987). His research expertise spans international relations, peace and conflict studies, politics, and regional integration across Africa. Adetula has held visiting professorships at institutions such as the University of Uppsala (2013) and Jawaharlal Nehru University (2011). His work emphasizes democratic governance, electoral systems, and the geopolitical role of emerging powers like China in Africa. He previously served as Head of Research at the Nordic Africa Institute until 2020.

Research Interests:

• Democratic governance and electoral politics in Nigeria
• Peacebuilding and conflict resolution in African regional frameworks
• Impact of foreign capital on human rights and development
• China-Africa relations and global power dynamics
• Economic partnerships and EU-Africa relations

Recent Publications Trends: His articles (2020-2021) analyze Nigeria's political transitions, China's expanding influence, and the efficacy of regional bodies like ECOWAS in peacebuilding. He frequently critiques economic agreements and their socio-political implications in Africa.

Labs/Teams: Active in interdisciplinary research networks focused on African integration and security studies.