Interplay of Strategic Vision and Leadership Communication in the Nigerian Public Sector
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The study considered the Interplay of Strategic Vision and Leadership Communication in Driving Public Sector Reform in Nigeria. A quantitative research design was employed, and data were gathered using structured questionnaires administered to 210 employees in various Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs). The study assessed the roles of strategic vision, leadership communication, and employee empowerment in driving successful change initiatives. Descriptive statistics and regression analysis revealed that strategic leadership has a positive influence on organizational changes. Whereas communication by leadership decreases resistance to change, employee participation and empowerment maximize engagement and reform sustainability. This suggests a need for public sector leaders to engage with change intentionally, through a vision, and inclusivity. Therefore, the study maintains that strategic leadership is paramount for the successful implementation of reforms in public institutions and recommends disseminating leadership development and research among various governmental and private institutions for comparative purposes.
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