Vol. 2010 No. 1 (2010)

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Gender Dynamics in Nigerian Political Transitions: Analysing Power Imbalances and Their Implications

Chika Anyanwu Nnaemeka, Department of Interdisciplinary Studies, University of Port Harcourt Naijorah Udeh Onwuka, Department of Interdisciplinary Studies, University of Abuja Felix Obiora Okonkwo, University of Abuja
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18905128
Published: July 23, 2010

Abstract

Nigeria's recent political transitions have highlighted significant gender imbalances in power distribution. A qualitative approach using secondary data from government reports, academic journals, and interviews with stakeholders. Analysis revealed a persistent underrepresentation of women in leadership roles across all sectors, with women comprising only 15% of cabinet positions in the last decade. Gender imbalances significantly influence policy outcomes and public service delivery, necessitating targeted interventions to promote gender equity. Implement quotas for female representation in political parties and government agencies, enhance training programmes on gender equality, and increase media coverage of women leaders.

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Chika Anyanwu Nnaemeka, Naijorah Udeh Onwuka, Felix Obiora Okonkwo (2010). Gender Dynamics in Nigerian Political Transitions: Analysing Power Imbalances and Their Implications. African Audiology Journal, Vol. 2010 No. 1 (2010). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18905128

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African geographygender studiespower asymmetriespolitical sociologyqualitative analysistransition dynamicssubaltern perspectives

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