Military rule in Nigeria 1993 – 1999 - SS3 Government Past Questions and Answers - page 1
Who was the military ruler of Nigeria during the period of 1993-1998?
Sani Abacha
Abdulsalami Abubakar
Ibrahim Babangida
What was the main reason for the political unrest during the 1993 presidential election in Nigeria?
Allegations of corruption
Military intervention
Annulment of election results
What was the main reason for the political unrest during the 1993 presidential election in Nigeria?
Allegations of corruption
Military intervention
Annulment of election results
What was the legacy of military rule in Nigeria after 1999?
Economic growth
Political stability
Corruption
Who succeeded Sani Abacha as the military ruler of Nigeria?
Ibrahim Babangida
Abdulsalami Abubakar
Yakubu Gowon
Who won the presidential election in Nigeria in 1999?
Sani Abacha
Olusegun Obasanjo
Ibrahim Babangida
What were some of the main human rights abuses committed during military rule in Nigeria from 1993 to 1999?
Some of the main human rights abuses committed during military rule in Nigeria from 1993 to 1999 include the extrajudicial execution of activists and journalists, arbitrary detention of opposition figures, torture and other forms of ill-treatment, and restrictions on freedom of expression and association
How did the end of military rule in Nigeria in 1999 impact the country's political landscape?
The end of military rule in Nigeria in 1999 marked a major shift in the country's political landscape, with the return to civilian rule and the establishment of a democratic government. However, the legacy of military rule continued to impact Nigerian politics, with issues such as corruption and weak institutions continuing to pose challenges to democratic governance.