Democracy in Nigeria: An Overview

Abstract

Democracy has become the most feasible form of government in most states across the globe. Nigeria has had a long distressed history of hopping around democracy because of the believe that it is the only acceptable political alternative for the nation. This commitment to democracy remains wide spread despite frustrations with the government over flawed 2003, 2007 and partially successful 2011 and the acclaimed 2015 credible elections. The paper used content analysis and adopted liberal theory of state to arrive at the following recommendations: There is a compelling need to strengthen our political parties. Where political parties are weak or unviable, both democracy and good governance are undermined. There is also the need for attitudinal change because it is an indispensable condition for national transformation and rebirth.