This work will take a brief look at the struggle for independence, but will focus more on the history of Nigerian political system from the advent of her independence through to the present political system being practiced, with an attempt to expose strengths and weaknesses of the system, and to have a general outlook on Confucian philosophy, with more focus on the political ideology. Finally, to attempt a juxtaposition between the already appraised Confucian political ideology, and the Nigerian political system so as to establish a relationship.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- INTRODUCTION
- CLARIFICATION OF TERMS
- Politics and political system
- A BIOGRAPHY OF CONFUCIUS
- THE CONFUCIAN IDEOLOGY (CONFUCIANISM)
- THE BACKGROUND/BRIEF HISTORY OF NIGERIAN POLITICAL SYSTEM
- THE POLITICAL IDEOLOGY OF CONFUCIUS AND THE NIGERIAN POLITICAL SYSTEM
- CONCLUSION
- EVALUATION
- BIBLIOGRAPHY
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This work aims to analyze the relevance of Confucian political philosophy to the Nigerian political system. It explores the history and key tenets of Confucianism, focusing specifically on its political ideology. The paper then examines the historical development of the Nigerian political system, analyzing its strengths and weaknesses. Finally, it juxtaposes Confucian political ideology with the Nigerian political system to assess their compatibility.
- The relevance of Confucian political philosophy to the Nigerian political system
- The historical development and key tenets of Confucianism, particularly its political ideology
- The historical development of the Nigerian political system and its strengths and weaknesses
- A comparative analysis of Confucian political ideology and the Nigerian political system
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- INTRODUCTION: This chapter introduces the work's focus on analyzing Confucian political philosophy in relation to the Nigerian political system. It highlights the universality of philosophy and its cultural interpenetration, emphasizing the importance of exploring beyond Western boundaries.
- CLARIFICATION OF TERMS: This chapter defines key terms such as "politics" and "political system," providing a foundation for understanding the context of the analysis. It defines "politics" as the activities involved in acquiring and utilizing power in public life, while "political system" encompasses both formal legal institutions and actual political behaviors.
- A BRIEF BIOGRAPHY OF CONFUCIUS: This chapter provides a brief biography of Confucius, highlighting his life, education, and influential role as a philosopher and teacher. It describes his contributions to philosophy, his involvement in government, and his impact on Chinese culture.
- THE HISTORY OF NIGERIAN POLITICAL SYSTEM: This chapter focuses on the development of the Nigerian political system, tracing its history from the pre-independence era through to the current political system. It examines the struggle for independence and the subsequent constitutional advancements that shaped the Nigerian political landscape.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
This work focuses on key concepts such as Confucianism, political ideology, Nigerian political system, comparative analysis, history, and political philosophy. It explores the historical development and key principles of Confucianism, particularly its political ideology, and examines its relevance to the contemporary Nigerian political context. The analysis delves into the historical evolution of the Nigerian political system, highlighting its strengths and weaknesses, and draws comparisons between Confucian thought and Nigerian political practices.
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- Felix Francis (Author), 2021, An Appriasal or Confucian's Ideology in Relation to Nigeria Political System, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/1315396
