The Concept Of Political Gladiator Within The Nigerian Political System

ABSTRACTGodfatherism is an age-old problem in the Nigerian political system, but while some see it as a problem, others believe it is a necessity or at the very least a necessary evil. The argument of those in support is based on the notion that it can serve as a very viable means to an end, where an individual who possesses the right mix of leadership skill and development ideas but lacks the financial or political grit has a chance through one Godfather or the other to get into public office and eventually be of benefit to the people, a good example indefinable would be the immediate past go…