Every time we read "civil war" in the history of any country we wonder, why?
Why do they have to happen? Why can't they be stopped? Why do they keep happening?
A war between neighboring countries, with all their possible differences, is still a painful sight to see, but a war among brothers and sisters is a tragedy beyond repair.
The history of Nigeria has resemblances of the history of Venezuela. We, too, had centuries of colonial occupation, followed by centuries of military regimes that fought only for their egoes and personal interests. From 1830 to 1958 we had nothing but militaries ruling the country. In the last 20 years, despite the current (seemingly) civilian president, we have nothing but a militaristic government.
When I read about the three Rs, I could not help remembering Chavez's three "r"s plan back in 2008.
"revisión, rectificación y reimpulso" (revision, rectification, boosting)
They knew they were screwing up big time, and yet they expected different results doing exactly the same crap.
Now we need the three rs you mention here
"Reconstruction, Reconciliation, and Rehabilitation"
But, reconciliation after civil wars are usually impossible, at least honest reconiliation. Healing takes time, especially when politicians keep screwing up on behalf of the majority and people blindly suport such politicians.