Democracy in Nigeria
In the Feb 2023 presidential election, a third party challenger, Peter Obi shook up the dominant APC and PDP parties, but APC's Tinubu won the presidency.
Key Stats
Democratic History
This page offers a comprehensive overview of Nigeria's government and political history through two key interactive visualisations. The first section provides a detailed table showcasing vital political and economic indicators, such as Nigeria's population, GDP, government structure, age and tenure of the current president, military regime status, and democracy metrics.
The second section presents a historical and political chronology of Nigeria, highlighting significant milestones such as independence, referendum history, coups, notable wars, and democratic progress. Together, these visualisations provide a rich resource for understanding Nigeria's governance, leadership, and democratic evolution, catering to researchers, policymakers, and anyone interested in African political history.
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