Acta Politica Polonica

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ISSN: 2451-0432     eISSN: 2719-4388    OAI    DOI: 10.18276/ap.2025.60-02
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Issue archive / 2/2025 (60)
Impeachment in the Nigerian Presidential System: A Review of Recurrent Issues

Authors: Nurain Abayomi Mumuni ORCID
Department of Political Science, Al-Qalam University, Katsina. Katsina State

Abdulrasheed Abdulyakeen ORCID
Department of Political Science, Al-Qalam University, Katsina. Katsina State
Keywords: Impeachment Separation of Powers Presidential System
Whole issue publication date:2025
Page range:23 (17-39)
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Abstract

This article examines the politics of impeachment in Nigeria, examining its roots and consequences for appropriate and long-lasting democratic practices. This study centers on the consequences of multiple impeachment cases that have occurred in Nigeria since civil rule was reinstated in 1999. Using a qualitative method, and content analysis, findings reveal that many forms of abuse and criminality were present in the impeachment trials. The study also revealed the main reason is just that our politicians view politics as a tool for achieving economic empowerment, which ought to be accomplished by any means at all. As a result, the nation is currently experiencing political instability and the subversion of the democratic process. This study recommends amending the Nigerian constitution to make the impeachment procedure the final resort for ousting the executive branch. Additionally, it suggests that civic education be included in the curriculum of our schools, teaching students how to instill a love and service for their country in their hearts. Of course, this would help our young people realize that serving the country in politics offers opportunities to do good deeds without bringing in large sums of money.
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