Northern Power Monopoly: How Hausa-Fulani Control Nigeria’s Institutions

Is Nigeria’s power balance a coincidence or a deliberate design? Since 1960, nine of our 14 heads of state hailed from the North—six were Hausa-Fulani. The army’s top posts have spent over 70% of our history under northern command. This analysis moves beyond labels. It explores how the 1914 amalgamation and 1966 counter-coup shaped politics. It examines why the security agencies and economic bodies often favor one region. It shows how ordinary citizens in Kano or Maiduguri become victims of this system. Can these structures be reformed from within, or do we need a full redesign? Share your views in the comments.

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