Good Governance in Islam: The Nigerian Experience
Date
2019-03-15
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Department of Islamic Studies, Nasarawa State University Keffi
Abstract
This paper begins with an examination of the conception of good governance in Islam. The paper proceeds with a discussion on the precepts of good governance within Islamic perspectives and the role of leadership in good governance. It is against this background that the paper looks at the Nigerian governance experience over the last few years. The paper concludes with some useful recommendations
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governance, societal development
Citation
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