PoliticsAugust 15, 2026

demilitarising

dee-MIL-tuh-rye-zing

Definition

The process of removing or reducing the presence, influence, or control of military forces in a specific civilian area or activity.

Etymology

Derived from the prefix 'de-' (meaning reverse or remove) and 'militarise,' which comes from the Latin 'militaris' (relating to a soldier). It entered English to describe the act of dismantling military power in a non-military zone.

In the news

In this article, the term describes INEC's plan to reduce the reliance on soldiers for election security to ensure voters feel safe and free from intimidation. This is presented as a crucial step for restoring public trust and the integrity of democratic processes.

INEC and demilitarisation of elections

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The Sun Nigeria

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