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Ethnic Groups

Diverse cultural communities such as the Hausa, Fulani, Yoruba, Igbo, and others that make up the Nigerian population.

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Colonialism

The period when European powers, particularly the British, controlled and influenced Nigeria's political and economic systems.

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Military Rule

Periods in Nigeria's history when the government was controlled by the military rather than civilian authorities.

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Corruption

Widespread dishonest or fraudulent conduct by those in power, leading to a lack of transparency and accountability.

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North/South and Muslim/Christian Divide

Social and religious divisions that have influenced Nigerian politics and society.

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Emirs

Government leaders in Northern Nigeria who also hold religious authority, particularly in the Hausa community.

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Divine Kingship

A system of government based on royalty and spiritual authority, prevalent among the Yoruba people in Nigeria.

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Stateless Government

A political system where there is no centralized authority, as seen in the traditional Igbo governance structure.

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Berlin Conference of 1884

A meeting where European powers divided Africa, leading to British control over the area known as Nigeria.

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#bringbackourgirls

Movement created in response to the kidnapping of 276 schoolgirls by Boko Haram in Chibok in 2014.

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Presidential Election 2015

Election where Muhammadu Buhari won with 53.96% of the vote against Goodluck Jonathan and Nuhu Ribadu.

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Government of Nigeria

Established by the 1999 Constitution, a presidential federal system with separation of powers, checks and balances, and federalism.

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Powers of the President

Includes signing or vetoing bills, appointing officials, calling emergency sessions, and more.

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National Assembly

Bicameral legislature consisting of the House of Representatives and the Senate in Nigeria.

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Judicial Branch

Divided into federal and state systems, with the Supreme Court as the court of last resort.

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Elections in Nigeria

Conducted by the Independent National Electoral Commission, featuring presidential, House of Representatives, and Senate elections.

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Political Parties in Nigeria

All Progressives Congress (APC) and People’s Democratic Party (PDP) are prominent, with different support bases.

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Economy in Nigeria

Mixed-market economy heavily reliant on the oil industry, with economic liberalization, privatization, and foreign direct investment.

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Political Culture in Nigeria

Characterized by corruption, hierarchical relationships, patrimonialism, and loyalty pyramid structures.