Abstract
West Africa has in recent years become a volatile region plagued with terrorist attacks from varied internationally-acclaimed groups. These terror activities have caused deaths, insecurity, and lack of peace throughout the region as affected countries struggle to contain the situation and restore law and order. The executive power in the region plays an instrumental role in ensuring that individual countries undertake measures toward solving the volatile conditions. The Presidents in affected countries utilize the legal mandate bestowed in their office to institute laws and formulate government structures to help redress the scenario. This article revisits the West African situation and evaluates the measures and practices undertaken to quell the terrorist acts. The article illustrates the practical situation in individual countries such as Mali, Benin, Nigeria, and Togo, with a view of drawing comparisons and conclusions on the way forward in seeking lasting solutions. Terrorist Attacks in West Africa
