by Public trust is essential in public appointments and responsibilities. When incorruptible institutions are absent, public trust becomes vulnerable to abuse and corruption. The misuse of public trust and privileges is a major cause of underdevelopment, poverty, ignorance, and dogmatism — despite the abundant natural resources that should benefit everyone.
In contrast, when the right people are placed in the right positions, society functions smoothly: the dogs bark, the birds chirp, and the rats squeak — each doing what they’re meant to do. This creates a more abundant life for the majority.
A country’s leader is not its owner but the chief servant of the people. There are always mechanisms to check and prevent abuses of power, such as impeachment in a democracy. Similarly, in Yoruba monarchical tradition, those who violate the established values and creed face accountability.
Readers’ feedback requests:
Use the Mean Measures of Central tendency to rate successive governments from Independence till date.
Please avoid attacking sensibilities such as personality, faith, gender, and tribe. Thanks.
