A Comparative Study of the Nigerian and the Chinese Dreams

Abstract

This study examines the notion of the Nigerian dream and the Chinese dream as strategies for national rejuvenation and economic development in Nigeria. Data was obtained through a homogenous purpose sampling process and analyzed using the method of content analysis. National development, rejuvenation, political leadership, ideology and policies, were all factors that were selected for the study. The theory of change serves as the framework for this study. This research work identified ideologies, policy framework, policy implementation, policy execution and political leadership as core factors that can facilitate the success of either the Nigerian dream or the Chinese dream. Both concepts are embedded in employment generation, wealth creation, poverty reduction, sustainable growth and development. It suggests that a vital factor towards the attainment of government policies and ideologies is the leadership of the country. The country’s leadership should consider the economic, institutional, environmental and social framework in developing an action plan that would pivot its nation towards prosperity. It concludes that the path to economic modernization might be tough and harsh however with systematic planning and a strong vision which is engineered with the proper governance most nations can achieve national rejuvenation and economic development.

Keywords: Nigerian Dream, Chinese Dream, National Rejuvenation, Economic Development and Political Leadership