Political Miscalculation the Bane of Leadership Failure in Nigeria: An Appraisal

Udenta Celestina Nkiruka, Ogbuka Ikenna Matthew and Anikwe Johnson Azubike

Department of Political Science, Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, Enugu State University of Science and Technology, (ESUT) Enugu, Nigeria

ABSTRACT

Political miscalculation has emerged as a significant factor contributing to leadership failure in Nigeria, undermining the country’s potential for growth and development. This appraisal explores how inaccurate assessments, flawed decision-making, and poor judgment by political leaders have led to governance breakdowns and societal discontent. Key areas of miscalculation include faulty policy formulation, underestimation of public sentiment, ethno-religious mismanagement and misjudgement of political opposition. These errors have resulted in a loss of public trust, weakened institutions, and political instability. The study emphasizes the need for Nigerian leaders to adopt inclusive governance practices, enhance accountability, and prioritize accurate information in decision-making processes to mitigate political miscalculations and improve leadership outcomes. Addressing these failures is critical for ensuring sustainable development and political stability in Nigeria.

Keywords: Political, Miscalculation, Bane, Leadership Failure and Nigeria

CITE AS: Udenta Celestina Nkiruka, Ogbuka Ikenna Matthew and Anikwe Johnson Azubike (2024). Political Miscalculation the Bane of Leadership Failure in Nigeria: An Appraisal. Research Output Journal of Arts and Management 3(3):118-122.