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(Political Scientist) Claude Ake was a distinguished Nigerian political scientist recognized for his knowledge in political economy, political theory, and development studies. He taught at esteemed institutions globally, such as Columbia University, Yale University, University of Nairobi, University of Dar es Salaam, and University of Port Harcourt. Ake was renowned as one of Africa's prominent political philosophers and played an active role in Nigerian politics, advocating against corruption and authoritarianism in Africa. His research concentrated on the relationship between development and democracy in the African context.
