Weakness of Military Rule in Nigeria

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In today’s class, we will be talking about the weakness of military rule in Nigeria. Enjoy the class!

Decrees: The military rule by decrees which often are not in support with the interest of the people. Nobody can question these decrees. They are to be obeyed.
Dictatorship: A military government is a strict government governed through a dictatorship. There is no majority view in this government or the views of the masses.
Corruption: There is a high level of corruption in a military government. Leaders are not accountable to anybody.
Absence of rule of law: Since the military is in charge there is no rule of law because the constitution is suspended under military rule.
Violation of human rights: Rights of citizens are abused and nobody can seek redress anywhere. The death of Ken Saro Wiwa, a human rights activist is a good example.
Sanctions from the international community: Nigeria received several sanctions during the military rule which was not healthy for the economy of Nigeria.
The Nigerian civil war: This took place during the military rule in Nigeria. So many lives and properties were lost. The civil war took place between 1967 and 1970.

Promote good leadership: When Nigeria as a country begins to promote excellent leadership, there would be no need for military intervention. Developed countries around the world enjoy good government as a result of excellent leadership.
Free and fair elections should be encouraged: Nigeria must put an end to electoral malpractices across the nation.
Respect for the rule of law: Nobody is above the law. Anyone violating the law should be punished severely.
Accountability: Our government must be accountable to the people. They should fulfil promises made during the campaign into office.
The judiciary should be independent of the government: The rulings of the court must be obeyed and respected by all.
Improve the standard of living: People should have a better living standard of living. Basic amenities should be made available in Nigeria. When this is present, the people will collectively rise and stand against any military government.
Political education: The public should be educated on the ills of the military government and the gains of a true democracy.

Mention four failures of the military government in Nigeria.
Give four ways of preventing the military government from taking over power in Nigeria.

Assignment

Using a tabular form, identity five differences between the military government and democracy.

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