A century of witness: Yoruba political culture, leadership and conscience of a nation
A Century of Witness: Yoruba Political Culture, Leadership and the Conscience of a Nation” is a lecture theme and intellectual reflection on the history, values, and political traditions of the Yoruba people in Nigeria, especially through the example of elder statesman Reuben Fasoranti.
“A Century of Witness: Yoruba Political Culture, Leadership and the Conscience of a Nation” reflects on the political history, moral values, and leadership traditions of the Yoruba people in Nigeria. It uses the life and experiences of elder statesman Reuben Fasoranti as a symbol of nearly one hundred years of observing Nigeria’s political journey—from colonialism to independence, military rule, and modern democracy. The phrase “A Century of Witness” suggests that Fasoranti represents a living record of the nation’s struggles, achievements, and moral challenges.