Leadership Challenges, Strategies and Effective Governance in Nigeria: A Study of Eti-Osa Local Government Area of Lagos State, Nigeria (2019-2025)

Anthony Iweanya Okonmah and Adebola Alade
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Anthony Iweanya Okonmah: Department of Politics and International Relations Lead City University, Ibadan, Nigeria
Adebola Alade: Department of Politics and International Relations Lead City University, Ibadan, Nigeria

Lead City Journal of the Social Sciences (LCJSS), 2025, vol. 10, issue 2, 155-162

Abstract: Good governance is the backbone of any thriving community. Eti-Osa Local Government Area is a significant administrative and economic hub in Lagos State, with a diverse population and a range of economic activities. This study explores the leadership challenges and strategies for effective governance in Eti-Osa Local Government Area, Lagos State, Nigeria. The paper adopted a qualitative research approach such as interview and Focus Group Discussion (FGD) using content analysis to interpret data. The study identifies key challenges such as inadequate infrastructure, security concerns, and bureaucratic inefficiencies. The findings highlight the importance of community engagement, capacity building, and strategic planning in promoting effective governance

Keywords: Leadership challenges; effective governance; local government; community engagement; capacity building (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
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