This statement arose from a statement by the Association of Political Sciences of Nigeria (NPSA), South South Zone, at the end of its sixth annual conference held from March 9 to 12 at the Ascia de Asuu at the University of Calabar.
The conference focused on the issue, “questioning politics, governance and development crisis.”
The statement, signed by Dr. Sunday Ibanga, president, and Dr. Benson Udom, secretary of the southern zone of southern NPSA, stressed that development resources are often badly used, which leads to a crisis that impacts socioeconomic and political growth, as well as national and human security.
He emphasized the need for political science and its professionals to establish greater relevance in Nigerian society by transitioning of theoretical discussions to practical tools for transformative change. The association encourages political scientists to actively participate in the political process to influence governance, with the aim of improving the country's trajectory.
The conference also pointed out that political parties and their dynamics raise important challenges for democracy in Nigeria, indicating a lack of separation of power within federalism of the country.
The statement expressed concern about the absence of an adequate institutional framework for community surveillance, urging the National Assembly to establish legal structures to facilitate its formal operation in Nigeria.
Regarding the bad allocation of public funds, the statement emphasized the importance of making political positions less financially attractive when reviewing existing laws. He asked for the improvement of current frameworks to promote responsibility in leadership.
In addition, the Association highlighted the need for a review of the laws governing political parties and the electoral management agency to promote a system focused on the provision of services in Nigeria.
Finally, they urged the National Assembly and other relevant agencies to review and guarantee the effective implementation of fiscal federalism in Nigeria.
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