RELEVANCE OF TRADITIONAL RULERS IN CONTEMPORARY NIGERIA LOCAL GOVT. ADMINISTRATION; A CASE STUDY OF UMUMBO KINGDOM IN AYAMELUM LGA ANAMBRA,NIGERIA

relevance of traditional rulers in contemporary Nigeria’s governance has been a subject of great controversy.  The discourse led to different opinions among Nigerians.  In some quarters, they argued that traditional institutions are archaic, particularist and anti-democratic while some Nigerians believed that the institutions of traditional rulership should be preserved and allowed to co-exist with the […]

The effect of godfatherism on leadership selection in Nigeria fourth republi

The effect of Godfatherismon leadership selection in Nigeria,fourth republic.A case study of Gombe state Abstract In contemporary democracy politics of godfatherism has become a universal issue in the political development of many countries Nigeria inclusive. The paper studied the implication of politics of godfatherism on the socio-economic and political development of Nigeria. Certainly, the politics of godfatherism have entered every […]

Comparative Analysis of Nigeria Foreign Policy Under Muhammadu Buhari Administration 2015-2021

Comparative Analysis of Nigeria Foreign Policy Under Muhammadu Buhari Administration 2015-2021 Abstract This research paper provided a comparative analysis of foreign policy of Nigeria under Muhammadu Buhari’s military regime 1983- 1985 and his current civilian administration which started in May 2015. Foreign policy is a set of tools or activities developed by states to drive […]

DOMESTIC ENVIRONMENTAL VARIABLES AND FOREIGN POLICY ARTICULATION OF THE BUHARI ADMINISTRATION IN NIGERIA’S FOURTH REPUBLIC

ABSTRACT The foreign policy behaviour of a state is a function of the underlying principles of the national interest. However, the approach towards achieving the aims and objectives of the national interest is conditioned by variables within, and external to the state. While the internal determinants can be shaped by the authorities, there is limited […]

Fiscal Federalism and Local Government Finance in Nigeria

Abstract Fiscal federalism deals with the sharing of resources in a federated nation. Over the years problems about local government finance have become an important aspect of intergovernmental relations. Constitutionally, local government is the third tier of government which exists as an independent entity, possessing some degree of autonomy and sovereignty. However, its capability to […]

THE IMPLICATION OF BOKO HARAM INSURGENCY ON ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT IN NIGERIA

CHAPTER ONE/Introduction      Background to the Study The progress and prosperity of any society depends on its ability to manage its security challenges—both internal and external. Security of lives and property have been a major source of concern for man right from time immemorial, the search for security forms part of the reasons why  ―people […]

The Political Implications Of IPOB Agitations For Referendum And Nigeria Government Responsiveness

The Political Implications Of IPOB Agitations For Referendum And Nigeria Government Responsiveness The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) is a separatist group that agitates for self-determination of their people. Studies have shown that agitations of different groups in countries of the world do have effects on the political stability of the countries involved (Shehu, Othman […]

THE SOCIO-ECONOMIC AND POLITICAL IMPLICATIONS OF APC CHANGE POLICY IN IMO STATE (2015-2019)

THE SOCIO-ECONOMIC AND POLITICAL IMPLICATIONS OF APC CHANGE POLICY IN IMO STATE (2015-2019) This paper assessed the THE SOCIO-ECONOMIC AND POLITICAL IMPLICATIONS OF APC CHANGE POLICY IN IMO STATE (2015-2019). The change mantra is not an entirely new lexicon in the Nigerian political lexicography but became pronounced after the emergence of the All Progressives Congress […]

CHALLENGES AND PROSPECTS OF ECONOMIC DIPLOMACY AS A DRIVER OF NIGERIA’S NATIONAL INTEREST

CHALLENGES AND PROSPECTS OF ECONOMIC DIPLOMACY AS A DRIVER OF NIGERIA’S NATIONAL INTEREST INTRODUCTION The de-ideologization of international relations following the disintegration of Soviet Union and seeming collapse of the socialist bloc has ushered in accelerated economic globalization. This process was initiated at the end of World War II with the creation of international economic […]

Impact of Sustainable Development Towards Achieving Poverty Reduction In Nigeria

Purchase-N4500 Impact of Sustainable Development Goals Towards Achieving Poverty Reduction In Nigeria CHAPTER ONE/INTRODUCTION Background of the study   Poverty is a global threat, plaguing both developed and developing nations. It has a devastating effect on developing nations generally but sub-Saharan Africa in particular (Addae-Korankye 2014). Poverty has become pervasive in Nigeria in the last […]