Prominent Nigerian analyst Hakeem Baba-Ahmed has attributed increasing societal divisions within Nigeria to ineffective leadership and the deliberate exacerbation of existing differences. Baba-Ahmed asserts that a lack of strong, unifying leadership is actively fueling fragmentation across the country. He specifically points to the exploitation of ethnic and regional disparities as a key driver of these divisions. The analyst’s comments underscore concerns about the future of national cohesion in Nigeria. He advocates for a renewed and concerted effort to prioritize and strengthen Nigerian unity. The statement reflects a broader debate regarding governance and national identity within the nation. Further details can be found in a report published by PunchNG.