Nigeria's Democratic Experience in the Fourth Republic Since 1999: Policies and Politics

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Nigeria's Democratic Experience in the Fourth Republic Since 1999: Policies and Politics

Author(s): A. Sat Obiyan (Editor), Kunle Amuwo

  • Publisher: University Press of America (UK)
  • Publication Date: 14 Dec. 2012
  • Language: English
  • Print length: 514 pages
  • ISBN-10: 0761859543
  • ISBN-13: 9780761859543

Book Description

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.

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About the Author

A. Sat Obiyan is a reader/associate professor and head of the Department of Political Science, Obafemi Awolowo University. Obiyan’s research interests include public policy analysis; political economy; comparative politics; and conflict, federal, and democratic studies.

Adekunle Amuwo is professor of political science and international relations. He was formerly head of the Department of Political Science, University of Ibadan, ex-chair of Politics Department at the University of the North (now University of Limpopo), and ex-academic coordinator, School of Politics, University of Kwa-Zulu Natal. He is senior analyst with the International Crisis Group West Africa Project and head of its Nigeria office. His research interests include international political economy, governance, comparative politics, democratisation and integration, and francophone Africa.

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