Nigeria’s Democracy Under State Capture – Wabara (New Telegraph)
In this article former Senate President Adolphus Wabara expresses his concerns about the state of Nigerias democracy claiming that it is under "state capture" by a few powerful individuals who manipulate the system for their own gain. He argues that the current political climate is characterized by corruption electoral malpractice and a lack of accountability which ultimately undermines the democratic process. Wabara also criticizes the lack of strong opposition parties and the dominance of the ruling party which he believes contributes to the state capture. He calls for urgent action to address these issues and restore the true principles of democracy in Nigeria.
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Responses- 1) Since Wabara says elites have taken over state institutions, Is Nigeria’s democracy serving the people or just a few?
- 2) Wabara says elections are just for show, That raises a serious question. Does vote really matters in Nigeria?
- 3) If the opposition is compromised like Wabara says, Do Nigerians really have any other political option?
- 4) Wabara says elite control leads to poverty. So why do voters still support the system? Or is there more to it?
- 5) The article says democracy in Nigeria is mostly symbolic now. Do you agree, or is there real progress happening?
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