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February 26, 2026Open Access

Historical Genesis and Contemporary Challenges in Nigerian Governance: A Mixed-Methods Inquiry into Root Causes

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UEUzoma EzenwaCOChike Obaseki

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Overview

Mixed-methods inquiry identifies corruption and weak institutions as key governance challenges in Nigeria, suggesting reforms.

Key Points

  • The study aims to explore the historical roots and current challenges of governance in Nigeria, focusing on corruption and institutional weaknesses.
  • Conducted in-depth interviews with 30 government officials and civil society leaders.
  • Administered a stratified random sample survey among 1500 members of the general public.
  • Utilized archival research and secondary data analysis to supplement findings.
  • Qualitative interviews uncovered persistent corruption networks across various sectors.
  • Quantitative surveys indicated 70% of the public perceive governance as failing.
  • Public trust in government is at a historic low, with only 30% approval.

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Ezenwa et al. (2002) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/699fe34695ddcd3a253e70f2https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18754512
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