Electoral Violence in Nigeria’s Fourth Republic: The 2011 Elections as an Example

This study addresses the phenomenon of violence associated with electoral processes in Nigeria, aiming to explore the roots of this issue and its practical manifestations.It begins with an analysis of the theoretical concepts related to political violence in electoral contexts, identifying its characteristics and different forms.The study then examines the historical development of this phenomenon in Nigeria's modern experience, with a focus on the period following the return to democracy in 1999, particularly the 2011 elections.This is done by investigating the patterns of violence that emerged during this period and the mechanisms of its spread.Finally, the study reviews the consequences of this violence on national stability and the future of democracy in Nigeria.