Can the South West's political influence help reshape Nigeria's future, or does national transformation require something greater than regional political power?
From the political philosophy of Chief Obafemi Awolowo to the democratic struggles of the June 12 era, the South West has played an important role in Nigeria's debates over federalism, democracy, regional development, and political leadership.
Today, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, a former Lagos State Governor who assumed Nigeria's presidency on May 29, 2023, occupies a central position in this conversation.
But does the emergence of a South West political figure at the highest level of government necessarily translate into meaningful national transformation?
In this episode, Think Yoruba First examines the relationship between Tinubu's political leadership, the historical influence of the South West, and the wider question of Nigeria's future.
