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The aim is to critically assess the interplay between democracy and human rights in Nigeria.

June 17, 2026Open Access

Democracy and Human Rights in Nigeria: A Critical Appraisal of Challenges and Prospects

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The aim is to critically assess the interplay between democracy and human rights in Nigeria.
Qualitative review based on secondary data sources including scholarly articles and reports.
Analysis using Liberal Democratic Theory and Political Economy Approach.
Focus on challenges undermining democratic governance and human rights.
Findings indicate opportunities for political participation exist but are undermined by corruption and insecurity.
Democratic institutions are fragile due to weak accountability mechanisms and poor leadership.
Recommendations include institutional reforms and strategies for enhancing governance and human rights protection.

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Critical appraisal reveals ongoing human rights violations in Nigeria, suggesting urgent reforms for improvement.

Innocent et al. (2026) studied this question.

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