FACILITATING VALUE-REORIENTATION THROUGH COUNSELLING: FOCUS ON POLITICAL LEADERSHIP IN NIGERIA

Abstract

The article highlighted the pressing need for a transformative shift in Nigerian political leadership by emphasizing value reorientation, focusing on ethical conduct, transparency, and accountability. Acknowledging challenges like corruption and ethnic tensions, the study advocated for a comprehensive approach to reshape political values. Counselling is proposed as a pivotal tool to address psychological and behavioral factors influencing decision-making among political leaders. By fostering self-awareness and emotional intelligence, counselling contributes to systemic change, creating a political culture marked by integrity and public service. The article recommended integrating counselling into political leadership training, offering concrete steps to navigate challenges and promote ethical and transformative leadership in Nigerian politics.