Looking at the recent trajectory and resurgence of coups in Africa as well as the massive emigration of Africans due to poor standard of living, Nigeria being the most populous is not exempted from these sad tales. It raises the possibility of young military officers who might be dissatisfied with current realities to also take the initiative to follow the path set by their khaki brothers in other neighbouring countries. This seems unlikely as Nigeria has enjoyed uninterrupted democracy since 1999 - about 24 years now. Nevertheless, it could be argued that democracy has not so much favoured Nigerians. Hence, if there's a slightest possibility of military hostile takeover of government, it is worth looking into. Who when, how, why might be worth considering.
No, Nigerian democracy is stronger than coup. We need to ask ourselves what are the implications if coup occured in Nigeria. Will it be accepted in all the regions of Nigeria? Can it not bring tribal and regional sentiment?
I agree with you sir. The tribal divide makes it hard indeed, but the tribal differences have always been there from onset. In fact, one of the major driving forces for the first coup and the following counter coup was tribalism. Meanwhile, states creation and most of the infrastructures in place today were put in place under different military governments in Nigeria. Of course, this is not a denial of the many atrocities they committed, but a strong case can be made in favour of military administration.
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