Welcome to the Citadel School of Government, a vision that has become an institution.
This institution was born from a deep conviction: that a new era of leadership must emerge to meet the complex demands of today’s public life. It is a bold response to the urgent need for ethical, competent, and visionary leaders—men and women who are not only skilled in the mechanics of governance but also anchored in values that serve the common good.
Across Nigeria, Africa, and around the world, the challenges of governance are pressing. Yet within these challenges lie opportunities—opportunities to reimagine leadership, reform institutions, and restore the dignity of public service. The Citadel School of Government exists to harness these opportunities by preparing individuals who are ready to lead with wisdom, integrity, and impact.
At the heart of our offering is a world-class faculty—top-rated educators, practitioners, and public leaders drawn from academia and high-impact institutions in Nigeria and across the globe. Our affiliation with the University of Lagos Business School (ULBS) strengthens our academic foundations, while our pool of resource persons includes experienced policymakers, former public servants, governance experts, and professionals from a wide spectrum of sectors. In addition, our management team ensures that every learning encounter is not only rigorous but also relevant to the lived realities of governance and statecraft in today’s world.
Here, we believe that personal growth is the foundation of national transformation. That is why this is not merely a place of learning; it is a community of practice, a forum for engagement, and a launching ground for those who will shape the future of nations.
Whether you are at the threshold of public life or deep within its corridors, you will find in this school a space to sharpen your vision, deepen your understanding, and clarify your purpose.
I invite you to journey with us—not just to learn, but to lead; not merely to study governance, but to live it out in a way that builds cutting-edge nations and leaves a legacy for generations to come.
Pastor Tunde Bakare
Founder and Chair,
Citadel School of Government