https://ijsmpcr.com/index.php/ijsmpcr <p>The major aim of the<strong> International Journal of Social Science, Management, Peace and Conflict Research (IJSMPCR)</strong> is to publish scholarly works in social science, management, peace and conflict studies. The Journal is a reputable journal committed to publishing sound research output in the field of social, management, peace and conflict studies. It is a Multidisciplinary Journal that publishes manuscripts (Original Research articles, Review articles, Short communication, Case reports and Case Studies) on original work, either experimental or theoretical. IJSMPCR is an International Journal publishing Scientific Research Online. It is peer reviewed, highly indexed, open access, monthly published Journal.</p> <p> </p> testing en-US International Journal of Conflict and Security Management 2992-314X https://ijsmpcr.com/index.php/ijsmpcr/article/view/107 <p><em>This study investigated the impact of regulatory challenges and market dynamics after the privatization of electricity sector in Nigeria on economic security. To understand the research problems very comprehensively, combined qualitative and quantitative research methods were used. primary data were sourced through structure and unstructured questionnaires distributed to the registered customers of electricity distribution companies. The secondary data were collected using relevant journals, books, official reports, newspapers and internet publications. Market-Oriented Reform Theory (MORT) was used as a theoretical platform for marshaling the studies arguments. </em><em>Findings that emanated from this study revealed that electricity tariffs were arbitrary and too high for consumers. It was concluded that regulatory laws were not properly implemented and that electricity supply chain be decentralized for more investors to participate. The study recommended proper implementation of the Electricity Act 2023 and the also recommended that a stable and reasonable tariffs in the electricity sector in a bid to reduce the burden on consumers should be considered.</em></p> Sunday Jerome AYODELE Liman N ABDULLAHI Prof Usman Alh. YUSUF Assoc. Prof Copyright (c) 2025 ijsmpcr 2026-01-05 2026-01-05 12 01 187 201