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- ItemASSESSMENT OF THE FACTORS FOR LOW POLITICAL PARTICIPATION IN POLITICS OF WOMEN IN SELECTED LOCAL GOVERNMENTS OF KWARA STATE, NIGERIA(ProQuest LLC 13428044, 2019) Rashida Adamu OyoruThis study has investigated the factors responsible for low participation of women in political process in Nigeria, particularly in Offa, Baruten and Ilorin West Local Government Areas of Kwara State under the new dispensation of a democratic Government since 1999-2015. Thus, despite global campaign for gender equality, women’s political representation in the country has failed to achieve the critical mass of 30% women’s representation in the country’s parliament. The global average representation of women in national politics is 10%; but in Nigeria, the figure has hardly ever been more than 4.8%.The following are the three objectives that the research work addressed (1) the examination of the impact of socio-cultural and economic influence on women political participation. (2) an examination on the role of Nigerian political parties on women political participation, and lastly (3)the level of improvement of women political participation since 1999 to date, being a period of democratic dispensation .To achieve the said objectives the study adopted both qualitative and quantitative methodological approaches . However, the findings of the study revealed that, most women in the selected local governments do not see themselves capable enough to hold political positions as a result of low self-esteem, lack of courage, zeal and inferiority complex. The study also found out that, the notion of the society about women politicians also contributes to low women political participation. As the society generally regard women politicians as irresponsible. Also the study revealed that, finance is another fundamental factor contributing to the low women political participation because, the political terrain of Nigeria is structured into money politics, that even the fellow women cannot support women political aspirants without money. Lastly, the research also found out that, most political parties in Nigeria only use the women as agents of mobilization and dump them after the election without adequate compensation. The study, thereafter, recommended that, there is need for the government to initiate plans, programmes in both public and private spheres for the re-orientation and reformation of customary and religious institutions to give women courage and more support. Not only that, government should ensure that the political environments is sanitized by curbing the culture of electoral violence and the use of thugs to make it conducive for women. Also support and courage should be given to women by political parties and gatekeepers within the parties should operate internal democracies so as to select women as candidates and flag bearers for elections. And INEC should also compel political parties to act in line with the requirements of the 35percent affirmative action for women.
- ItemAN ASSESSMENT OF FACTORS RESPONSIBLE FOR LOW VOTER TURNOUT IN NIGERIA: A LITERATURE REVIEW(Department of Political Science, Faculty of Social Sciences, Federal University of Kashere, Gombe State, Nigeria. Kashere Journal of Politics and International Relations, 2023-06-15) Rashida Adamu OyoruNigeria gained independence in 1960 but became full-fledged democracy in 1999 after several years of military intervention in the political sphere of the country. The first republic was between 1960-1966 followed by the second republic which took place between 1979-1983; the third republic was later established in 1993 following a presidential election that was largely regarded as free and fair but was later nullified by General Ibrahim Babangida which prevented the president-elect, Moshood Abiola, from assuming office. The need to involve citizens in the business of governance is one of the reasons that inform the modern democratic thinking. There has been steady decline in voter turnout since 2003 general election to the 2019 presidential election in Nigeria. The major objective of this study is to review literature on the factors responsible for voter turnout in Nigeria. To achieve the aim of this study, the study adopted content analysis of secondary data and relied on secondary data as source of data for the study. The study concluded that the main causes of low voter turnout in Nigerian elections include but not limited to the following; the failure of elected officials to fulfill their campaign promises, poor civic education among other things. The study recommended among other things that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) should be impartial and free of political influence by refusing to associate with any political party before, during and after the election.
- ItemLegislative and Executive Relations in Nigeria(The Abuja Management Review (AMR), 2025-11) AbdulRasheed Hamza Bamidele1, Adedibu Abayomi Adegoroye2 & Lawal Yusuf Birisan3This chapter examines the complex connection that exists between the legislative and executive branches in Nigeria, highlighting the conflicts as well as the collaboration that is necessary for efficient democratic governance. It draws attention to important issues such as legislative oversight, the balance of power and the executive branch's impact on legislative agendas. The chapter extensively uses secondary sources including scholarly publications and government records. The chapter emphasises how collaborative governance promotes efficient policy execution, seamless budgetary procedures, and more robust democratic institutions. In Nigeria, where tensions between the executive and legislature are common, cooperation between these branches can enhance governance outcomes. Mechanisms such as consultative leadership, liaison committees and shared policy frameworks are highlighted as tools for aligning their priorities. Political party discipline and conflict resolution strategies are discussed as ways to reduce disputes and foster cohesion. The benefits of collaboration include more efficient lawmaking, enhanced accountability and political stability, all of which improve public service delivery and national development.
- ItemEFFECTS OF ELECTORAL VIOLENCE ON DEMOCRATIC CONSOLIDATION IN NIGERIA WITH SPECIFIC FOCUS ON 2011, 2015 AND 2019 GENERAL ELECTIONS IN NIGERIA(Lapai International Journal of Security & Sustainable Development, 2023-06-10) Rashida Adamu Oyoru; Towoju Adedoyin JohnThe place of free, fair and credible election in the sustenance of democracy most importantly in a democratic society cannot be overemphasized. This is because, it not only offers a government a unique opportunity for legitimacy, but also serves as a transitory process in stable democracies. The main objective of the study is to examine the effects of electoral violence on democratic consolidation in Nigeria with specific focus on 2011, 2015 and 2019 general elections in Nigeria, The Frustration Aggression theory will be adopted, the study adopted a descriptive survey design, and a self-structured questionnaire was developed to gather data from 78 respondents. The study's findings indicated that; the respondents agreed that all variables selected in the study are causal factors of electoral violence in Nigeria. It is also found that electoral violence does have bad implications on democratic consolidation. The suggested ways to prevent electoral violence and consolidate democracy in Nigeria are the bill for the establishment of Electoral Offences Commission should be passed without delay. Nigeria must improve on its existing security apparatuses in order to combat the dynamic and sophisticated 21st century security among others.
- ItemTHE IMPACT OF DEMOCRATIC GOVERNANCE ON SERVICE DELIVERY IN IFELODUN LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF KWARA STATE, NIGERIA(Department of Political Science, Benue State University Makurdi, Benue State, 2022) Rashida Adamu Oyoru; Abdullahi Alabi; Ibrahim O. SalawuThis study examined the impacts of democratic governance on service delivery in Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State, Nigeria. The study aimed to evaluate the extent to which democratic governance provides primary education and primary healthcare services to the people at the grassroots level, and the impacts of such services on the lives of the people. The study used survey research design and adopted questionnaire as instrument of data collection. The study found out that democratic governance has a positive impact on service delivery, particularly in the area of primary education but has' no significant effect on primary healthcare delivery in Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State. The study recommended among other things that there is a need to improve the quality of laboratory services provided at healthcare facilities in Ifelodun Local Government Area. This can be achieved by providing necessary training to laboratory officials and ensuring that they are adequately equipped to perform their duties effectively.