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Federalism And Restructuring In Nigeria: The Contending Issues And Realities
Abstract
This study carefully examined the practice of federalism in Nigeria against the observable variables which make restructuring imperative. It applied the conflict theory analysis which perceives material and socio-political deprivations as having the proclivity to crystallize in conflict between the federal and state governments. It found out that there is federal dominance and practices that are not compatible with the practice of true federalism in Nigeria and consequently recommendations which include the necessity to create additional states and allow the federating units to harness the resources in their areas and pay royalties to the federal government were made.
