This paper examines the principles of Islamic theocracy in its advocacy for a paradigm shift in the Nigerian political system, with a view to engendering good governance.
Good governance remains the expectation from every ruling political party, especially in this democratic dispensation of the Nigerian Nation. The need to ensure that the citizenry enjoy the dividends of democracy as often promised during various electioneering campaigns is envisioned to be the motif for different agendas and political slogans by different administrations. Unfortunately, different political agendas have a record of setback in the history of political leadership and governance in Nigeria.
The Nigerian state from independence has experienced a number of forms in the governance of its citizenry. A cursory assessment of its state politically and socio-economically reveals that it has grown from struggle to trouble and from bad to worse. This recorded retrogression by the Nigerian nation over a period of its corporate existence as a political entity is to be partly blamed on the systems of government institutionalised
so far and partly on the drivers of the institutions engendered by those systems of government.
The above painted background informed our proposal of purely Islamized theocracy as a better alternative system of government capable of orchestrating good governance in Nigeria. This proposal cannot be divorced from the truism that there is a Supreme Being behind the existence and creation of Nigeria as a state.
A paradigm shift, as the vocal point of this paper, will be examined by briefly looking at governance in Nigeria, democratic rule and the Nigerian nation, theocratic conceptualization of governance, Islamic principles of theocracy towards enhancing good governance in Nigeria and implementation of Islamic theocracy in Nigeria. Our discussion of these sub-topics gives rise to some recommendations and followed by conclusion.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Abstract
- Introduction
- A Brief Survey Of Governance In Nigeria
- Democratic Rule And The Nigerian Nation
- Theocratic Conceptualization Of Governance
- Islamic Principles Of Theocracy For Good Governance In Nigeria
- Implementation Of Islamic Theocracy In Nigeria...
- Conclusion
- Recommendations......
- References
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This paper explores the potential of Islamic theocracy as a model for good governance in Nigeria. The author argues that the current political system has failed to deliver on its promises of socio-economic progress and that a paradigm shift is necessary. This proposal is grounded in the belief that the administration of Nigeria should be aligned with the dictates of a Supreme Being for effective governance.
- Analyzing the challenges of governance in Nigeria's historical and contemporary context
- Critiquing the shortcomings of democratic rule in Nigeria
- Presenting the concept of theocracy as an alternative system of government
- Examining Islamic principles for good governance in Nigeria
- Proposing the implementation of Islamic theocracy in Nigeria
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- Introduction: The introduction sets the context for the paper by outlining the challenges of governance in Nigeria and arguing for the need for a paradigm shift towards Islamic theocracy. It emphasizes the importance of aligning governance with the will of a Supreme Being.
- A Brief Survey Of Governance In Nigeria: This chapter provides a historical overview of governance in Nigeria, highlighting the challenges and shortcomings of previous political systems. It analyzes the regional disparities and the impact of military rule on the nation's development.
- Democratic Rule And The Nigerian Nation: This chapter explores the challenges of democratic rule in Nigeria, focusing on issues such as corruption, socio-economic inequality, and lack of justice in the judicial system. It argues that the current system fails to prioritize the welfare of the people.
- Theocratic Conceptualization Of Governance: This chapter introduces the concept of theocracy as a system of government where religious principles are central to governance. It explores the historical and philosophical foundations of theocratic governance.
- Islamic Principles Of Theocracy For Good Governance In Nigeria: This chapter examines key Islamic principles that can be applied to the realm of governance, emphasizing their potential for promoting good governance in Nigeria. It discusses principles such as justice, accountability, and social welfare.
- Implementation Of Islamic Theocracy In Nigeria: This chapter explores practical strategies for implementing Islamic theocracy in Nigeria. It discusses potential challenges and proposes solutions for establishing an effective and sustainable system of governance.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
This paper focuses on the concept of Islamic theocracy as a model for good governance in Nigeria. Key themes include the shortcomings of previous political systems, the challenges of democratic rule in Nigeria, the principles of Islamic governance, and the implementation of a theocratic system in a contemporary context.
- Quote paper
- Busari Moshood (Author), 2022, Internalising Islamic principles of theocracy as a pedestal for good governance in Nigeria, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/1185854
