Democracy and the Role of the National Association of Nigerian Students

Democracy and the Role of the National Association of Nigerian Students
Author: Maureen Okagbare
Publisher: GRIN Verlag
Total Pages: 7
Release: 2019-11-20
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 3346067165

Essay from the year 2019 in the subject Politics - Basics and General, grade: 1, , language: English, abstract: The 2019 Presidential election of Nigeria was like a coup against the Nigerian people by the political elites that hold the resources of state. Families mourned 47 members killed during the ill-fated Nigerian Presidential elections of 2019 and many voters were disenfranchised. The so-called election results did not in any way reflect the votes and will of the Nigerian people home and abroad. After stealing the people’s mandate, losers are urged to go to court by the purported winner. Votes were burnt in the presence of police officers. Returning officers were forced to write results at gun point. Government officials were seen using soldiers to intimidate and kill Nigerians. People were killed in broad daylight by the same forces of darkness that have truncated the destiny of Nigeria.

In Search of Democracy

In Search of Democracy
Author: Larry Diamond
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 486
Release: 2015-07-16
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 1317411374

This book evaluates the global status and prospects of democracy, with an emphasis on the quality of democratic institutions and the effectiveness of governance as key conditions for stable democracy. Bringing together a wide range of the author’s work over the past three decades, it advances a framework for assessing the quality of democracy and it analyzes alternative measures of democracy. Drawing on the most recent data from Freedom House, it assesses the global state of democracy and freedom, as of the beginning of 2015, and it explains why the world has been experiencing a mild but now deepening recession of democracy and freedom since 2005. A major theme of the book across the three decades of the author’s work is the relationship between democratic quality and stability. Democracies break down, Diamond argues, not so much because of economic factors but because of corrupt, inept governance that violates individual rights and the rule of law. The best way to secure democracy is to ensure that democracy is accountable, transparent, genuinely competitive, respectful of individual rights, inclusive of diverse forms and sources of participation, and responsive to the needs and aspirations of ordinary citizens. Viable democracy requires not only a state that can mobilize power to achieve collective goals, but also one that can restrain and punish the abuse of power—a particularly steep challenge for poor countries and those with natural resource wealth. The book examines these themes both in broad comparative perspective and with a deeper analysis of historical trends and future prospects in Africa and Asia,. Concluding with lessons for sustaining and reforming policies to promote democracy internationally, this book is essential reading for students and scholars interested in democracy, as well as politics and international relations more generally.

NIGERIA: TRAGEDY OF A DEMOCRACY

NIGERIA: TRAGEDY OF A DEMOCRACY
Author: King Evans
Publisher: Majestic Touch Concepts
Total Pages: 360
Release: 2024-10-08
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN:

In "Nigeria: Tragedy of a Democracy," readers are taken on a captivating exploration of the tumultuous journey of Nigerian democracy. The book delves deep into the challenges that have hindered its progress, providing valuable insights into potential avenues for improvement and the realization of a stronger, fairer, and more equitable democratic system. With meticulous research and analysis, the author shines a light on the intricate web of obstacles that have plagued Nigerian democracy. From systemic corruption and flawed electoral processes to the persistent presence of insecurity and violence, the book uncovers the multifaceted challenges that have hindered the country's democratic development. Importantly, the book goes beyond a mere diagnosis of the problems and offers thoughtful insights into potential solutions. It emphasizes the need for comprehensive anti-corruption measures, electoral reforms, and a robust security strategy to ensure the protection of citizens' rights and the promotion of political participation. The book also underscores the importance of collective action, citizen empowerment, and the fostering of accountability and transparency. Through its rigorous examination of the challenges and its forward-looking approach, "Nigeria: Tragedy of a Democracy" serves as a valuable resource for scholars, policymakers, activists, and citizens invested in the future of Nigerian democracy. It invites readers to engage in critical reflection, thoughtful dialogue, and proactive measures to foster a stronger and more inclusive democratic system. Ultimately, the book inspires hope and a sense of agency, reminding readers that with concerted efforts and a commitment to change, Nigeria has the potential to overcome its democratic challenges and pave the way for a brighter future—a future marked by resilience, fairness, and equity for all its citizens.

Democracy and Political Change in Sub-Saharan Africa

Democracy and Political Change in Sub-Saharan Africa
Author: John A. Wiseman
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 260
Release: 2002-11-01
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 1134829884

Since the end of the 1980s the most important political development in Sub-Saharan Africa has been the movement towards democracy. This is something that has affected nearly all the countries in the region in varying degrees. This book provides the reader with a set of case studies covering a diverse range of African states in order to identify the major causes of recent change, the progress made so far and what the prospects for the future might be. While changes in the global political situation has been important, the greatest impetus towards democracy has been the result on internal factors. For all the states covered the specific domestic, social, economic, and political conditions are seen as vitally important.

The Oxford Handbook of Nigerian Politics

The Oxford Handbook of Nigerian Politics
Author: A. Carl LeVan
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Total Pages: 744
Release: 2018-10-18
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 0192526324

The Oxford Handbook of Nigerian Politics offers a comprehensive analysis of Nigeria's very rich history and ever changing politics to its readers. It provides a deep understanding of Nigeria's socio-political evolution and experience by covering broad range of political issues and historical eras. The volume encompasses 44 chapters organized thematically into essays covering history, political institutions, civil society, economic and social policy, identity and insecurity, and Nigeria in a globalized world. By identifying many of the classic debates in Nigerian politics, the chapters serve as an authoritative introduction to Africa's most populous country. The chapters are interdisciplinary, introducing readers to classic debates and key research on Nigeria, as well as new methodologies, new data, and a compelling corpus of research questions for the next generation of researchers and readers interested in Africa.

Stabilizing Nigeria

Stabilizing Nigeria
Author: Peter Lewis
Publisher: Council on Foreign Relations
Total Pages: 186
Release: 1998
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780870784156

This book represents the developments of a working group on Nigeria established by the Council on Foreign Relations' Center for Preventive Action. It advocates a strategy of gradual pressure, including some sanctions, incentives in response to positive change, clearer communication of policy goals to the Nigerian government and public, and long-term engagment with Nigerian civil society that will provide the basic underpinning for any genuine transition.

The 2008 CIA World Factbook

The 2008 CIA World Factbook
Author: United States. Central Intelligence Agency
Publisher: DigiCat
Total Pages: 7980
Release: 2022-11-21
Genre: Political Science
ISBN:

The World Factbook is published annually by the CIA. It is an almanac-style volume running to some 900 pages. Here you will find facts related to intelligence gathered by the CIA. The book is updated every year with new facts added and amendments made, as appropriate.

The Role of Civil Society in Africa’s Quest for Democratization

The Role of Civil Society in Africa’s Quest for Democratization
Author: Abadir M. Ibrahim
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 221
Release: 2016-12-08
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 3319183834

This book tests many of the assumptions, hypotheses, and conclusions connected with the presumed role of civil society organizations in the democratization of African countries. Taking a comparative approach, it looks at countries that have successfully democratized, those that are stuck between progress and regression, those that have regressed into dictatorship, and those that are currently in transitional flux and evaluates what role, if any, civil society has played in each instance. The countries discussed—South Africa, Ghana, Nigeria, Ethiopia, Egypt and Tunisia—represent a diverse set of social and political circumstances and different levels of democratic achievement, providing a rich set of case studies. Each sample state also offers an internal comparison, as each has historically experienced different stages of democratization. Along the course of each case study, the book also considers the effect that other traditionally studied factors, such as culture, colonization, economic development and foreign aid, may have had on individual attempts at democratization. The first extensive work on civil society and democratization in Africa, the book adds new insights to the applicability of democratization theory in a non-Western context, both filling a gap in and adding to the existing universal scholarship. This book will be useful for scholars of political science, economics, sociology and African studies, as well as human rights activists and policy makers in the relevant geographical areas.

Nigeria's Democratic Experience in the Fourth Republic Since 1999

Nigeria's Democratic Experience in the Fourth Republic Since 1999
Author: A. Sat Obiyan
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 529
Release: 2013
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 0761859543

This book addresses various issues that have arisen in the practice of democracy in Nigeria since 1999, focusing on the Obasanjo years (1999-2007). Nigeria's return to democratic rule has been marked by developments such as the implementation of reforms to address perceived economic problems and corruption. The introduction of democracy in the country has also witnessed many challenges, including the difficult relationship between some political chief executives and their deputies; intriguing intergovernmental relations; the rise and resurgence of sub-national groups that pose serious threat to the hegemony of the state; precarious inter-ethnic/inter-sectional relations; attempts to perpetuate the tenure of chief executives through constitutional amendments; and developments in electoral politics and conflicts. The book provides incisive analysis into these issues.

ASIWAJU: The Biography of Bolanle Ahmed Adekunle Tinubu

ASIWAJU: The Biography of Bolanle Ahmed Adekunle Tinubu
Author: Moshood Ademola Fayemiwo, PhD & Margie Neal-Fayemiwo, Ed.D
Publisher: Strategic Book Publishing & Rights Agency
Total Pages: 536
Release: 2017-07-28
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 1946539503

Asiwaju Tinubu, national leader, APC, engineered the first takeover of power by the opposition in Nigeria in 2015. He was the only politician standing as governor of Lagos state, southwest Nigeria between 1999 and 2007. This was a period the political blitzkrieg unleashed by the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) under former President Olusegun Obasanjo swept the southwest like a tsunami and all opposition governors lost their seats. Tinubu retained his seat and administered Lagos state for eight progressive years without a cent/kobo from the PDP-controlled Federal Government Who is Bolanle Tinubu? Where was he born and how did he grow up? What was his parentage like in the 1950s? What does Tinubu want in Nigeria? This is the first comprehensively researched biography of Jagaban.