Electoral malpractices II
Civic Education JSS2 Third Term
Sub-theme: Democracy
Week 9
Electoral malpractices II
Performance objectives
The student should be able to:
1. Mention the causes of electoral malpractices.
2. Explain in details the causes of electoral malpractices.
Content
The causes of electoral malpractices
1. Over-ambition of politicians: Many politicians are over-ambitious and want to be in the office at all cost.
2. Frustration: Some politicians who have been repeatedly defeated at the polls may try to win elections through unlawful means.
3. Poverty: In situations of poverty, some people see elections periods as seasons to make quick money.
4. Illiteracy and ignorance: Politicians consequently take advantage of illiterates and many grassroots people; politicians lure them into one.... View More
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