| ID | 139492 |
| Title Proper | Was the nigerian 2015 presidential election a victory for Boko Haram or for democracy? |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Ewi, Martin |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | The ousting of Dr Goodluck Jonathan marked the first time in Nigerian history that a member of the opposition unseated an incumbent in fair and peaceful elections. The smooth transition of power, uncharacteristic of Nigeria, was hailed by the international community as a victory. However, did Muhammadu Buhari win because Jonathan lost or did Jonathan lose because Buhari won? This article argues that Jonathan's growing unpopularity gave Buhari the win, and that Boko Haram played a major role in the president's sinking support. The 2015 presidential election was thus a win for both democracy and Boko Haram. |
| `In' analytical Note | African Security Review Vol. 24, No.2; Jun 2015: p.207-231 |
| Journal Source | African Security Review Vol: 24 No 2 |
| Key Words | Terrorism ; Violence ; Security ; Democracy ; Politics ; Election ; Nigeria ; Party ; Boko Haram ; Electoral Terrorism |