The Political Philosophy of Chief Obafemi Awolowo

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The Political Philosophy of Chief Obafemi Awolowo

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This book examines the political and economic philosophy of Chief Jeremiah Oyeniyi Obafemi Awolowo and his concepts of democratic socialism (Liberal Democratic Socialism). It studies how Chief Awolowo and his political parties, first the Action Group (AG) 1951-1966 and later the Unity Party of Nigeria (UPN) 1978-1983, acted in various Nigerian political settings. Chief Awolowo was a principled man, who by a Spartan self-discipline and understanding of himself, his accomplishments, failures and successes, was a fearless leader. He has set an example of leadership for a new generation of Nigerian politicians. He was not only a brilliant politician, but a highly cerebral thinker, statesman, dedicated manager, brilliant political economist, a Social Democrat, and a committed federalist. From all accounts, Chief Awolowo knew the worst and the best, laughter and sorrow, vilification and veneration, tribulations and triumphs, poverty and prosperity, failures and successes in life.

Table of Contents

The Awo I KnewNigeria History Before Obafemi Awolowo Politics BeganChief Obafemi Awolowo Early LifeChief Obafemi Awolowo and Decolonization of NigeriaChief Awolowo and the Formation of Action Group of Nigeria 1950-1951Chief Awolowo as the Premier of Western Region 1951-1959AWO: The Treasonable Felony Charge, The Trial, The Sentence, the Ensuing Crisis and his Release from Jail, 1962-1966Chief Obafemi Awolowo as Minister of Finance and Vice-Chairman of the Federal Executive Council in the Military Administration of General Gowon 1967-1971Chief Obafemi Awolowo and his Political Comeback in the Second RepublicAwolowo’s Leadership Style and Political Legacies: An Assessment

Product details

Published 10 Sep 2015
Format Ebook (PDF)
Edition 1st
Extent 268
ISBN 9798216291923
Imprint Lexington Books
Illustrations 1 BW Photo, 1 Map, 6 Tables
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing

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