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The political economy of development in weak states

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  • Godfrey Uzonwanne

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Purpose - The purpose of this paper is to shed light on the weaknesses of Nigerian social and political institutions. Design/methodology/approach - Thematic analysis of interview and questionnaire data was undertaken. Findings - The paper locates the Nigerian State as a weak state. Research limitations/implications - The paper adopted a qualitative research approach which is not generalizable. Practical implications - Nigeria needs to restructure her social and political institutions otherwise the likelihood of becoming a failed state is indeed very high. Social implications - The prevalence of insecurity to lives and property as well as a growing level of poverty in Nigeria will lead to the failure of the Nigerian State. Originality/value - This paper has immense value for social and political policy in Nigeria.

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  • Godfrey Uzonwanne, 2013. "The political economy of development in weak states," International Journal of Social Economics, Emerald Group Publishing Limited, vol. 40(1), pages 4-25, January.
    • Handle: RePEc:eme:ijsepp:v:40:y:2013:i:1:p:4-25
    DOI: 10.1108/03068291311283418
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    1. Nobert Osemeke & Louis Osemeke, 2017. "The effect of culture on corporate governance practices in Nigeria," International Journal of Disclosure and Governance, Palgrave Macmillan, vol. 14(4), pages 318-340, November.

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