Leadership Quality and Performance of Nigerian Polytechnics

Abstract

This study was set out to review the relationship between leadership quality and performance of Nigerian Polytechnics, using Auchi Polytechnic, Auchi, as a case study. The spearman rank correlation statistics was used to test the relationship between the variables. The value of the correlation coefficient (r = - 0.99) revealed a strong inverse relationship between the variables, implying that an increase in leadership quality leads to decrease in the rank value of the Polytechnic and increase in performance. The study concludes that a proactive and visionary leadership is needed in Nigerian Polytechnics to help meet their mandates. The study recommended, among others, an individual with the requisite qualifications (academic and professional); and management skills to occupy the ‘Rector’ position in all Polytechnics across Nigeria, at any point in time.