Meaning and Functions of Elections
This lesson explains the definition of elections and the concept of suffrage. It covers the functions of elections, including the change of government, election of representatives, and the importance of free choice in leadership.
- 01:36 “Now, we're going to discuss and look at the functions of election. Number one, function of election is change of government. Election make it easier for the people to remove the bad leaders from government and with a bet...”
- 06:13 “in two-foot positive and negative. I want to say, rigging is not good. Rigging is just to enthrone somebody who is rightfully worthy, the winner. Best material may not be involved in the administration. They may withdraw...”
- 30:28 “What is election? You should know what is election. I've explained that before now, least types of election. What do you understand by direct election and indirect election? Thank you for watching. My name is Jerry Meyer...”
Electoral Constituencies
This lesson covers the definition of electoral constituencies and their importance in representing the interests of people in a parliamentary system. It discusses factors that influence the delimitation of constituencies, including population density, geographical features, and cultural backgrounds.
- 08:08 “The minority, they may not be adequately represented in the legislature. This is one of the problems we are having the most come through, whereby the minority are not represented at the aim of a fair. As a member of the...”
- 07:22 “of the country as a whole. Because this gives room for a particular sort of people to come out to contest because you might not have the privilege to come out for the country as a whole. For example, the post of the pres...”
- 16:09 “That's just to buy people's mind, give them money as a result of these, they can make you the winner. They use talks and intimidation. Some politicians use talks. They use talks to oppress their opponent as a result of a...”
Pre-colonial Administration Systems
This lesson covers the systems of government in the Hausa/Fulani, Igbo, and Yoruba societies before colonial rule. It explains the structure of their governments, the roles of different components, and compares the various pre-colonial administrations.
- 03:16 “it means that the authority must be at the center. And every citizen of that particular state must make sure that they had air or the concord to the rules and regulations. Now, this system was based on the principle of i...”
- 18:43 “See you with me next time. (upbeat music)”
- 14:54 “Now, number one, the our self-fulerny political emerald was a monarchy card, added by the king. Why the evil traditional political system was a Republican, added by the king? Now, we have two, two different things. It wa...”
Nigerian People's Party and Great Nigerian People's Party
This lesson covers the formation of the Nigerian People's Party (NPP) and the Great Nigerian People's Party (GNPP). It explains their organizational structures, sources of finance, and performance. Key figures involved in the formation of NPP are also discussed.
- 16:22 “Number one, the GNPP Great Nigerian People's Party won and control two states of the federation that was Boronu and Gungola State. Number two of the achievement was that it won eight senatorial seats and 44 seats in the...”
- 09:23 “in producing potential prominent politicians in Nigeria. This NPP, Nigerian people's party tried a lot to produce potential prominent politicians in Nigeria. By signing a coalition accord with NPN, the NPP saved the coll...”
- 08:35 “So let us now see the performance and achievements of NPP, Nigerian people's party. What did they achieve during their time? Number one, the party won gubernatorial elections and controlled the three states of the federa...”
Writing an Argumentative Essay
This lesson covers the definition and structure of an argumentative essay. It explains the importance of understanding the topic and provides tips for writing effectively. Students will learn how to present arguments and persuade an audience.
- 15:24 “we only have room for what? Time, occupation of a particular position. Meaning, in every democratic system of government, the president only has few years and few months to govern the country. Meaning, at the end of the...”
- 13:49 “government. Give us enough points. One of your points could be number one, there is room for the electorates. Now, who are the electorates? These are the people that vote. These are the people that choose the personaliti...”
- 12:11 “government? Now, you can also do well by breaking it again by telling us what democracy is. What is democracy? Haven't told us what democracy is. You now go ahead to merge the millions. What is democratic system of gover...”
Political Parties in Nigeria: PRP and NAP
This lesson covers the formation and organizational structure of the People's Redemption Party (PRP) and the Nigeria Advanced Party (NAP). It includes information on their sources of finance, aims and objectives, and their achievements. Key figures and events related to the development of these poli
- 10:14 “it was registered in 1978. This party was registered by FedExo Federal Electoral Commission for the 1979 elections. It failed to contest election in 1979. Why? Because it did not meet up to the expectation. So it was lat...”
- 14:13 “What they intend to achieve if elected into power. This party, like I said before, believed in radical change. That in true radical change, Nigerian problem can be solved. One of their aims was to eradicate mosquitoes an...”
- 05:32 “that they used to take care of the political party. One is a location from Federco donations, federal electoral commission. It was the electoral commission that took care of the election in the second republic between 19...”