MANAGING INTERPERSONAL, ORGANIZATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL CONFLICTS – PRACTICAL AND THEORETICAL APPROACHES(Copy)

“The uniqueness of Lawrence Obisakin’s method also lies in the deliberate integration of both conventional and faith-based (Christian) conflict management praxis. This is commendable…I recommend this book to students of Peace and Conflict studies, International Relations, Politics, Law, Peacemakers, Diplomats, Development Workers, Community and Traditional Leaders, and the general public”-Dr. Joseph Habila Ponzhi Golwa, Fspsp,Director-General/CEO Institute For Peace And Conflict Resolution, Abuja, Nigeria
“This book examines in details the issue of conflicts. It tells of ancient and modern conflicts.
The author, being a Pastor and an Ambassador has given us an in –depth, analytical but complimentary focus and spectrum at theological, secular theoretical studies of conflict and how to achieve peace. I commend this book to those who want to address conflicts, know more about peace and how to make it at interpersonal, organizational and international levels. ”Pastor E.A. Adeboye, General Overseer, The Redeemed Christian Church of God
“A distinguished diplomat, theologian, and scholar, Ambassador Obisakin documents the causes of conflicts and strategies for their containment. Drawing from various academic disciplines, and illustrative cases around the world, the book is comprehensive in scope and deep in analysis. With the imperative to integrate theory and practice, Ambassador Obisakin has written an impressive and timely book. This book will make significant contributions to ongoing discussions on the causes of conflict and strategies for managing them In our interconnected and globalized world.” Olufemi Vaughan, Geoffrey Canada Professor of Africana Studies & History, Bowdoin College, Maine, USA
“He clarifies very accurately that conflict is a settled reality of human existence, therefore making it compelling for people to be experts at managing it.
This work details the varying approaches to the resolution of conflicts-taking both theoretical and practical perspectives.
It is my considered opinion that this book will enrich the average reader, but it will certainly equip all levels of leadership from the relational to the family, to the organizational, the national and the international. I am surely learning from it, and therefore recommend it to all who are leading or are called to lead.” Pastor (Dr.) James O. Fadele,Chairman, RCCG North America