Politics of Integration and Marginalization in a Federation: The South-South Question in Nigerian Politics

Oshewolo, Segun (2011) Politics of Integration and Marginalization in a Federation: The South-South Question in Nigerian Politics. International Journal of Politics and Good Governance, 2 (2.1). ISSN 0976 – 1195

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Abstract

The Nigerian federation has been enmeshed in contradictions, paradoxes, controversies and crises. These are subsumed in the national question, and social groups of varying ideological leanings cohere on the central issues. These are linked to national unity, local autonomy and self-determination, equitable distribution of revenue, rewards, opportunities and power. They also include the observation and implementation of fundamental human rights, among which are the rights of franchise and empowerment, and socio-economic rights to basic needs’ satisfaction, sustainable environment and life (Anifowose and Seteolu, 2004:45) Key words: Federalism, Integration, Marginalization, South-South, and Nigerian politics

Item Type: Article
Subjects: J Political Science > JC Political theory
Depositing User: Mr DIGITAL CONTENT CREATOR LMU
Date Deposited: 25 Oct 2019 13:49
Last Modified: 25 Oct 2019 13:49
URI: https://eprints.lmu.edu.ng/id/eprint/2639

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