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March 15, 20260 citationsOpen Access

Gender Hierarchies in Nigerian Political Transitions: Dynamics and Impacts

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MTMrs Dawn ThompsonSGSophie GreenYMYusuf Mohammed

Key Points

  • The research aims to explore gender hierarchies during Nigeria's political transitions and their impacts on leadership roles.
  • Qualitative research methods were used to analyze primary sources such as official documents and stakeholder interviews.
  • Secondary data from reputable sources were also incorporated into the analysis.
  • Women's participation in high-level politics remains below 10% compared to a 45% female population.
  • The need for institutional reforms and public policies to enhance gender inclusivity is emphasized.

Abstract

Nigeria has experienced several political transitions characterized by varying levels of gender representation in leadership roles. Qualitative research methods were employed to examine primary sources such as official documents, interviews with stakeholders, and secondary data from reputable sources. A notable finding is that women's participation in high-level politics remains significantly below their proportion of the general population (approximately 10% compared to a 45% female populace). The study underscores the need for institutional reforms and public policies aimed at increasing gender inclusivity in Nigerian political systems. Specific recommendations include enhancing women's leadership training programmes, implementing quotas for political appointments, and promoting gender-sensitive electoral processes.

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Thompson et al. (2013) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69b5ff8083145bc643d1c1d5https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.19011275
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