Nigeria’s ‘Leaders of Tomorrow’: Why Has the Presidency Eluded the Post-Independence Generation?
Nigerians have long been told that young people are the leaders of tomorrow. More than six decades after independence, that promise still raises a difficult question: when will that tomorrow arrive? No Nigerian born after 1960 has served as president or head of state. Many people born after independence are now experienced professionals, entrepreneurs, academics, parents and community leaders. The debate is not only about age. Money politics, party structures, godfatherism and patronage can make it difficult for younger Nigerians to compete for major offices. As the 2027 election approaches, Nigerians must ask whether the country is ready for real generational change and whether younger citizens are prepared to organise, participate and take responsibility.
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