Theory question 110
Military RuleIdentify five ways in which democracy was stalled any time the military took over the administration of Nigeria.
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Model answer
Any five: suspension/abrogation of the constitution; rule by decrees; dissolution of the legislature; banning of political parties and activities; dissolution of the electoral body/cancellation of elections (e.g. June 12, 1993); abuse of human rights and detention without trial; ouster clauses that removed courts' power of review; muzzling of the press; fusion of executive and legislative powers in the military council; appointment of military administrators instead of elected governors; prolonged transition programmes (tenure elongation).
Explanation
Five clear ways, each linked to loss of democracy.