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Umar Musa Aliyu.

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This study examines interagency collaboration and border security management in Adamawa State, Nigeria, addressing a critical gap in the literature on how operational coordination among security agencies affects subnational border governance. Prior studies focused on national policy or generalised border insecurity, while this research provides empirical evidence on the operational dynamics, challenges, and strategies for improving multi-agency cooperation in a conflict-prone border region. The main objective was to assess the nature, challenges, and impacts of interagency collaboration on border security management in Adamawa State. The study applied a phenomenological qualitative design, using purposive sampling to conduct Key Informant Interviews (15 participants from security agencies and stakeholders) and two Focus Group Discussions with 6–12 participants per group. Data were analyzed thematically and interpreted through the lens of Routine Activity Theory to link coordination failures with reduced guardianship and increased opportunities for offenders. The first finding identifies weak interagency collaboration characterized by overlapping mandates, poor intelligence sharing, and fragmented operations, which exacerbate border insecurity. The second finding highlights the critical role of community engagement and structured joint operations in enhancing surveillance, trust, and operational effectiveness. Recommendations drawn from the findings include establishing joint command centers, developing interoperable communication systems, conducting regular joint training, and integrating border communities into intelligence frameworks. Keywords: Interagency Collaboration, Border Security Management, Adamawa State, Routine Activity Theory, Community Engagement

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