HISTORICAL INVESTIGATION OF THE REGIME ANALYSIS OF NIGERIA FOREIGN POLICY FROM 2019 TO 2023
Abstract
This study examines Nigeria's foreign policy from 2019 to 2023 through the lens of regime analysis, focusing on the political, economic, and social dimensions that shaped its international relations. Anchored in historical investigation, the research evaluates the impact of President Muhammadu Buhari's administration on Nigeria's diplomatic engagements, regional leadership, and global positioning. Furthermore, this study intended to explore the Nigeria's role in multilateral institutions, its strategies for economic diplomacy, responses to global crises such as the COVID-19 pandemic, and efforts to address domestic challenges influencing foreign policy decisions. The study critically analyzes shifts in policy priorities, highlighting continuity and change within the study of evolving regional and global dynamics. By integrating primary and secondary sources, this research provides a comprehensive understanding of how domestic governance, leadership style, and international pressures interacted to define Nigeria’s foreign policy trajectory during the specified period. The findings contribute to the broader discourse on African foreign policy and its implications for global diplomacy.
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