The Oxford Handbook of Nigerian Politics, edited by A. Carl LeVan and Patrick Ukata, offers a comprehensive examination of Nigeria’s complex political landscape, covering its historical evolution and socio-political dynamics. The volume includes 44 chapters that are thematically organized to explore Nigerian history, political institutions, civil society, identity, security, and Nigeria's place in a globalized world.

Key topics include Nigeria’s precolonial political formations, the legacy of military rule, challenges in governance, electoral reforms, and Nigeria's economic policies. The handbook also tackles significant issues like corruption, civil-military relations, the role of religion, and insurgencies like Boko Haram. Moreover, it sheds light on Nigeria's cultural and social movements, including labor and women's rights movements.

This book is ideal for readers seeking a deeper understanding of Nigeria’s political structures, the challenges it faces, and its role in the wider African and global context