Nigerian Journal of Banking and Financial Issues (NJBFI)

PUBLIC POLICY AND CITIZENS’ PARTICIPATION IN NIGERIA POLITICS: A PILLAR FOR SUSTAINABLE SECURITY

Authors

  • REMIGIUS, EDWIN CHUKWUDINSO Author
  • OKONKWO, NKIRU ANNA Author
  • EMEBO, OLUCHUKWU SAMUEL Author

Keywords:

Public Policy, Policy Implementation, Citizens’ participation, sustainable security

Abstract

This study investigates the role of citizens' participation in shaping public policy in Nigeria's democratic landscape. Despite democratic advancements, Nigeria's political system still struggles with citizen disengagement and exclusionary policy-making processes. This research explores the barriers and facilitators of citizens' participation in policy-making, highlighting the impact of civic engagement on policy outcomes. Using a content analysis approach, this study reveals the complex interplay between citizen participation, political will, and institutional frameworks in Nigeria. The findings underscore the need for inclusive policy-making processes, citizen-centric governance, and institutional reforms to enhance democratic accountability and responsiveness in Nigeria. The study contributes to the ongoing discourse on citizen participation, public policy, and democratic governance in Africa's most populous nation.

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Published

2026-01-22

Issue

Vol. 11 No. 1 (2025): Nigerian Journal of Banking and Financial Issues (NJBFI)

Section

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