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Democracy and Good Governance in Nigeria

Author : OBI KELVIN EZENYILI
Publisher : AuthorHouse
Page : 220 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2012-08-14
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781477219010

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Democracy and Good Governance in Nigeria by OBI KELVIN EZENYILI Pdf

Over the last decades, the most striking changes made by the World Bank and other development institutions are their commitments to improve the quality of governance and most importantly fighting corruption and focusing more on the developing Countries. Driven by case studies that developmental deficiencies in the developing Countries are due to the crisis of governance (seeKhan, 2002); As a result of this, good governance and democracy became a very comparative and embracing ideal admired by most Countries in the World, and has grown rapidly to become a major concern in analysis of what is missing in Countries struggling for economic and political developmentthe developing Countries (Nigeria). Although issues concerning governance failure and corruption vary within Country to Country; nevertheless, researchers have adopted the concept (Good Governance) as a means of enhancing development and exploring institutional failures (seeGrindle, 2010). The issue of good governance is now a major concern, and without good governance, arguably, the developing Countries (Nigeria) have little or no chance to progress. The two words again-democracy and governanceare interwoven in the framework that is the mechanism of political dialogue across the globe. In theory, this book will examine the relationship between democracy and good governance, by critically analyzing the concepts. This book is divided into two sectionsThe first section of this book will attempt to pin down these concepts: democracy and good governance to their manifestations on ground, using Nigeria as a case study. It will be argued in this paper, that there is no doubt that the transition from military to democratic government in 1999, marked a new beginning of democratic governance in Nigeria. However, Nigerias democracy has remained unstable since the Country returned to democratic form of governance. The political terrain and governing procedures has been characterized by corruption. This first section will argue that corruption has undermined democracy and have had grave implications for good (democratic) governance in Nigeria. In comparison with theoretical arguments, this paper will argue that the Nigerias practical scenario ironically portray the theory, due to the menace of corruption. In summary, this section will focus on corruption as a means of exclusion (deficit), and as a stumbling block in the development of Nigerias good (democratic) governance from a nominal to a practical one, and further conclude that the vast discrepancy between Nigerias nominal democracy and corrupt governance practices show that it is much easier to talk the talk, than it is to walk the walk. That is to say, good governance is easier to deliberate in theory, than to effect in practice, looking at the case of Nigeria. Nevertheless, with the few steps that have been taken in the last decade or so of democracy, and the unending and continuous efforts put forward by the present administration, one can expect further improvement in the years to come. The essays brought together in the second section of this book represent a selection of my further contribution to the continuing discussion about the position of public policy and governance in todays world. It tackles issues concerning public administration, public policypolicy implementation, and governance around the globe.

Dictators and Democracy in African Development

Author : A. Carl LeVan
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 309 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2015
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781107081147

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This book argues that the structure of the policy-making process in Nigeria explains variations in government performance better than other commonly cited factors.

Nigeria's Struggle for Democracy and Good Governance

Author : Adigun A. B. Agbaje,Larry Jay Diamond,Ebere Onwudiwe,Oyeleye Oyediran
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 504 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Political Science
ISBN : UOM:39015063654043

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Nigeria's Struggle for Democracy and Good Governance by Adigun A. B. Agbaje,Larry Jay Diamond,Ebere Onwudiwe,Oyeleye Oyediran Pdf

A collection of essays, commissioned to honour one of Nigeria's and Africa's most outstanding political scientists of his generation, brings together twenty six contri-butions from scholars of all generations, who all have connections with the University of Ibadan. These include: Wale Adebanwi, Adigun Agbaje, LaRay Denzer, L. Adele Jinadu, Richard Sklar, Rotimi Suberu and Adebayo Williams. The essays are organised into four sections; the structure, history, processes and dynamics of Nigeria's federal system, governance issues, the formulations and transformations of identity politics and global contexts of the production and reproductions of the Nigerian state and society.

Good Governance in Nigeria

Author : Portia Roelofs
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2023
Category : Government accountability
ISBN : 1009235443

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"Drawing on original fieldwork in Nigeria, Portia Roelofs argues for an innovative re-conceptualisation of good governance. Contributing to debates around technocracy, populism and the survival of democracy amidst conditions of inequality and mistrust, Roelofs offers a new account of what it means for leaders to be accountable and transparent. Centred on the rise of the 'Lagos Model' in the Yoruba southwest, this book places the voices of roadside traders and small-time market leaders alongside those of local government officials, political godfathers and technocrats. In doing so, it theorises 'socially-embedded' good governance. Roelofs demonstrates the value of fieldwork for political theory and the associated possibilities for decolonising the study of politics. Challenging the long-held assumptions of the World Bank and other international institutions that African political systems are pathologically dysfunctional, Roelofs demonstrates that politics in Nigeria has much to teach us about good governance"--

Achieving Good Governance in Nigeria

Author : Bisi Akande
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 56 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Legitimacy of governments
ISBN : UOM:39015059223092

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Leadership and Governance in Nigeria

Author : Mahmud Tukur
Publisher : Hodder & Stoughton
Page : 600 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Civil service
ISBN : 0340730390

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Leadership and Governance in Nigeria by Mahmud Tukur Pdf

A study by a Nigerian academic which argues that Nigeria has failed to install and operate "modern" national institutions, which has resulted in hindering political development.

Better Ways to Achieve Good Governance in Nigeria

Author : Christian C. Onwudiwe
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 422 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2016-04-29
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0994534779

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Better Ways to Achieve Good Governance in Nigeria by Christian C. Onwudiwe Pdf

NIGERIA, AFRICA'S MOST POPULOUS NATION, OFFERS AS MANY opportunities as challenges. She is a regional power house. She has a dynamic political system, a robust economy, a thriving workforce, and of course natural resources, of which, oil is a primary resource. However, despite these, she is dogged by the age old problems of wastage, poor management, graft and corruption. This results in tens of millions of its citizens living below or just on the poverty line. Even though a major OPEC producer, she can barely provide steady electricity throughout the country. Dr. Christian Onwudiwe does more than ask the hard questions. He digs deep and traces the root of these problems, analyzes them objectively, like the expert he is, and most importantly offers suggestions on the way forward for Nigeria.

Perspectives on the Legislature and the Prospects of Accountability in Nigeria and South Africa

Author : Omololu Fagbadebo,Fayth Ruffin
Publisher : Springer
Page : 257 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2018-08-03
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9783319935096

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Perspectives on the Legislature and the Prospects of Accountability in Nigeria and South Africa by Omololu Fagbadebo,Fayth Ruffin Pdf

This book examines the problem of accountability in two African political systems, South Africa and Nigeria. Despite the principle of separation of powers and the doctrine of checks and balances among the institutions of governance, a burgeoning governance crisis stifles the potential of accountability and good governance. Legislative oversight in the two countries remains largely ineffective while citizens are left to face the consequences of the mismanagement of public resources by political elites. This book critically assesses how the legislative institutions in South Africa and Nigeria have been unable to harness the requisite constitutional powers to ensure accountability in government and explores the feasibility of their effectiveness. The book begins with a comparative analysis of the principles, tradition, and powers associated with legislative capability in South Africa and Nigeria. The chapters explore constitutional provisions and analyze the capacity of each legislature to function within its respective political environment. The book also examines the process and challenges associated with the various measures and mechanisms available for legislatures to ensure accountability in the two countries. Researchers, scholars and students of African politics will find this book useful in their understanding of the problems associated with the simmering governance crisis in South Africa and Nigeria.

National Security, Democracy, and Good Governance in Postmilitary-Rule Nigeria, Volume Two

Author : Dr. Dan Mou
Publisher : AuthorHouse
Page : 815 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2017-01-12
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781524668037

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National Security, Democracy, and Good Governance in Postmilitary-Rule Nigeria, Volume Two by Dr. Dan Mou Pdf

This book shows that the security, economic, political, and social problems challenging national security, democracy, and good governance currently in Nigeria would get better or worse, depending on what happens to the 71 percent of Nigerias population still living below the poverty line. This is in spite of the billions of petrodollars that Nigeria garnered as revenue over the past few decades. It reveals that one does not need to be a political prophet to predict that if these challenges are not successfully addressed through good governance and inclusive growth, this country will witness worse civil disobedience, violence, revolts, militancy, breakdown of law and order, more kidnappings, and more of the citizens trying to check out of the country to other parts of the world in the future. It concludes, however, that under such intense pressures, the Government of Nigeria, even if it is simply for its self-preservation, will be forced by the objective conditions to move against the interests of the dominant groups and classes in Nigeria. These are the ones who have, for long, captured and hijacked state power and the resources of the country for their exclusive use. There is this perception that Nigerians dont write and read. This perception is deep-seated, even among intellectuals who see our authors as shallow researchers. But Dr. Dan Mou has debunked that myth and shown that Nigerians can write well-researched and detailed books. It is quite prophetic in its assessment of the Nigerian State (Agbo Agbo, deputy editor, The Nation). Dr. Dan Mou has proven himself a world-class scholar and an intellectual colossus. His reputation as an internationally renowned public policy expert has continued to soar. I congratulate him for these remarkable achievements (Professor Justice Abdul Fatai Kuti, first justice of Abuja High Court and former dean, faculty of law, University of Ado Ekiti, Ekiti State of Nigeria). Dr. Mou is certainly one of the best scholars we have on the African continent. As an educationist myself, before I became a traditional ruler, I agree totally with his analysis and conclusions. I share the optimism Dr. Mou has expressed . . . that once the recommendations therein are adopted and meticulously implemented, with proper monitoring and evaluation of such resultant policies and programmes, Nigeria and indeed Africa would be able to solve most of these challenges (HRH Alh. Dr. Sheban Audu, Nizazo III, Etsu Kwali, Etsu Kwalis Palace, Abuja, Nigeria).

Democratic Practice and Governance in Nigeria

Author : Ebenezer Oluwole Oni,Omololu Michael Fagbadebo,Dhikru Adewale Yagboyaju
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 382 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2020-06-08
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781000094176

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Democratic Practice and Governance in Nigeria by Ebenezer Oluwole Oni,Omololu Michael Fagbadebo,Dhikru Adewale Yagboyaju Pdf

This book examines the challenges confronting the practice of democracy and governance in Nigeria. The book examines the theoretical underpinnings and the procedural and institutional components of democratic practice in Nigeria, including the challenges associated with elections, the legislature, the media and gender issues. Approaching the pluralistic characteristics of the Nigerian state and how they impede democratisation through contributions by experts and scholars in the field, the book analyses the issues and nuances inherent to governance and democracy in Nigeria, as well as domestic policy process, global governance and human security. Democratic Practice and Governance in Nigeria will be of interest to students and scholars of African politics and democratisation.

Governance and Leadership Institutions in Nigeria

Author : Ernest Toochi Aniche,Toyin Falola
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 270 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2020-11-29
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781000258110

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Governance and Leadership Institutions in Nigeria by Ernest Toochi Aniche,Toyin Falola Pdf

This book examines how modern Nigerian political institutions have grappled with the resurgence of traditional institutions of political leadership in the post-colonial era. The contributors examine the role and nature of traditional governance institutions in West Africa from pre-colonial times to the post-colonial era. Part I considers a range of traditional institutions including monarchies, Islamic institutions and the role of culture and arts such as masking and music in traditional leadership. Part II focuses on modern governance institutions, elites, political action, arts, and democracy in post-colonial Nigeria. Part III examines democratic institutions and processes in Nigeria’s Fourth Republic, covering issues such as electoral reforms, women’s political participation, and democratic citizenship. This book will be of interest to students and scholars of African politics, governance, and democratization.

Fiscal Federalism and Good Governance in Nigeria

Author : Tomiwa Ogunrinde
Publisher : GRIN Verlag
Page : 15 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2021-07-27
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9783346448026

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Fiscal Federalism and Good Governance in Nigeria by Tomiwa Ogunrinde Pdf

Seminar paper from the year 2020 in the subject Politics - International Politics - Region: Africa, grade: A, University of Ibadan, course: Political Science, language: English, abstract: The paper examined fiscal federalism and good governance in Nigeria. Fiscal federalism centres on allocation of resources among the federating units and as a matter of fact, acts as a precursor for good governance or otherwise. Qualitative research method was adopted for this paper. Findings revealed that there are contending issues and challenges of fiscal federalism in Nigeria; there is mismatch between revenue sources and functions of the various tiers of government and which in so doing hampers good governance.