Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and monitoring political party campaign financing in Nigeria - study of Katcha lga, Niger state Department:Political Science By: muhalhq Project ID: 8235 Rating: (5.0) votes: 1 Price:₦4000 Get the Complete MaterialAbstractThis study explores the challenges faced by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in monitoring political party campaign financing in Katcha Local Government Area, Niger State, Nigeria. The research aims to understand the sources of political finance, assess INEC's effectiveness in monitoring mechanisms, and analyze the impact of political financing on candidate selection. A comprehensive literature review provides context, examining existing theories and empirical findings related to political party financing and the role of electoral bodies. The theoretical framework is grounded in political finance theory, which emphasizes the relationship between financial power and political influence. The research design adopts a descriptive survey approach. Using stratified random sampling, a sample size of approximately 400 respondents from Katcha Local Government was determined via the Taro Yamane formula. Data collection involved administering structured questionnaires and conducting interviews, supplemented by secondary sources like textbooks, journals, and online resources. Data analysis employed chi-square tests, simple percentages, and t-tests to evaluate the findings. Key findings reveal significant challenges in INEC's monitoring capabilities, with 65% of respondents doubting INEC''s ability to audit political party accounts effectively. Additionally, 70% of respondents indicated that wealthy individuals and corporate bodies have an outsized influence on political outcomes, which distorts the democratic process. Transparency issues were also highlighted, with 55% of respondents noting inadequate financial records maintained by political parties. Furthermore, 60% identified corporate contributions as a persistent issue undermining electoral integrity. The study concludes that substantial reforms are necessary to enhance INEC''s capacity to regulate political financing effectively. Recommendations include overhauling legal frameworks, capacity building for INEC staff, mandatory transparent financial records for political parties, and increased public awareness about the importance of transparent political financing. These measures aim to foster a fairer and more equitable democratic process....Preview Download Preview +Other Political Science project topics and materials you might be interested in»Federalism and national integration in Nigeria: issues and challenges»The role of local government in rural development: a study of Warri north local government area of Delta state»The role of political parties in democratic governance in Nigeria: a case study of PDP: 1999-2007»Dependency and underdevelopment in Africa: the Nigerian experience»Women empowerment in Nigerian politics: (case study of Udi local government area)»Terrorism and Nigerias economy: an assessment of the boko haram insurgency»Nigerian federalism and local government autonomy»Poverty reduction and sustainable development in Nigeria»Poverty and youth restiveness in Nigeria. An evaluation of the boko haram crisis»Corruption and underdevelopment (a case study of halliburton) »The socio-economic implications of the boko haram insurgence in Nigeria: 2009-2013»The impact of civil society organization on Nigerias socio-political development: An appraisal of civil liberties organization»The impact of public opinion on public policy in Nigeria: an appraisal of 2010-2012»Labour unrest and underdevelopment in Nigeria: an appraisal of 2000-2013»Military rule and political transition in Nigeria: An appraisal of Abacha regime (1993- 1998)