Noun
prebendalism (usually uncountable, plural prebendalisms)
A system of political patronage employment.
The House contains 360 seats, with the number of seats per state is determined by population. citation Ethnocentrism, tribalism, religious persecution, and prebendalism have affected Nigerian politics both prior and subsequent to independence in 1960. Source: Internet
As in many other African societies, prebendalism and high rates of corruption continue to constitute major challenges to Nigeria. Source: Internet