Women in the Corridors of Power: Nigerian First Lady in Governance

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“This book is on the role of Nigerian First Ladies, which articulate women participation in politcal processes and decision-making from historical and theoretical approach. It shows that Nigerian First Ladies had advanced the course of women political participation. In a principally male-dominated socio-cultural context, the First Ladies had helped to break the cultural barriers that stand in the way of women political representation. The book is particularly rich as it examines different First Ladies, from Flora Azikiwe through the most powerful Maryam Babangida, Maryam Abacha, Stella Obasanjo, Turai Yar’Adua, Patience Jonathan and the competent and well educated Aisha Buhari. Readers would find historical and scientific illustrations relevant in driving their understanding of the role of Nigerian First Ladies as formidable actors in the corridors of power.”