Reasons for the Military Intervention in the Politics of any one West Africa Country:
(i) Mismanagement: Over time, the civilian governments have been accused of mismanagement of the economy of the country. This is one of the reasons for military intervention.
(ii) Political ambition: The constitutional role of the military is to defend the country, yet it has a very strong political ambition.
(iii) Rigging of election: This may result in unrest, rioting, harassment, etc. This may attract the military into the political scene.
(iv) Political instability: If the system is unstable or there is a breakdown of law and order in the political system, the military may come in.
(v)Bribery and Corruption: This allegation was leveled against the politicians and some government officials.
(vi) Embezzlement of funds: Funds originally meant for some projects were in most cases diverted to private pockets.
(vii) Undermining the constitution: Most of the actions of the politicians were seen as unconstitutional.The provisions of the constitution were neglected, culminating in military intervention.
(viii) Suppression of opposition: One of the claims also made for military intervention was the suppression of recognised and legally constituted opposition group.
(ix) Influence from other countries: The military may also intervene in the political process as a result of the encouragement or influence received from other countries.
(x) Involvement of foreign powers: Some foreign powers have been accused of involvement in coups or in military take-over of government in some countries.
(xi) Frustration in the armed forces: It can bring about military intervention. Frustration may be a result of low promotion prospects, poor financial reward (salary), public display of wealth by the politicians, etc.
(xii) Nepotism, favouritism, tribalism, etc. These are evils that can break a country. Many government officials were accused of favouring their people above others in appointments, promotions, etc.
(xiii) Long tenure of office: Most African political leaders stay longer in office than the number of years they are constitutionally supposed to stay. President Eyadema of Togo spent over 30 years in Office.
(xiv) Not being sensitive to public Opinion: The failure of the government of the day to listen to the opinion of the people, may attract the military into the political system.