Development and Diffusionism: Looking Beyond Neopatrimonialism in Nigeria, 1962–1985

Dibua, J.

This book deconstructs the neopatrimonial paradigm that has dominated analysis of Nigerian and African development. It shows that by denying agency to Nigerian societies and devaluing indigenous culture and local realities, Eurocentric diffusionism played a significant role in the failure of development planning.

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Published by: Palgrave Macmillan

Publication Date: 2015-12-10

Format: Paperback

ISBN-13: 9781349449385

DOI: 10.1057/9781137286659

Dimensions: 229cm x152cm

Pages: 255