Investigative journalist and documentary filmmaker Jude Bela has delivered a remarkable and thought-provoking historical series, Power & Plunder, a seven-part documentary project that examines every Nigerian Head of State and President from independence through to the early 1990s.
Drawing extensively from declassified archives, court records, and other primary sources, the series goes beyond the familiar narratives of Nigerian history to uncover how decades of political mismanagement, corruption, policy failures, and missed opportunities have contributed to the country's current economic and social challenges.
Rather than offering simplistic conclusions, Bela presents a compelling, evidence-based account of how power was acquired, exercised, and often abused across successive administrations. Rich in research, engaging in storytelling, and often startling in its revelations, Power & Plunder serves as both an educational resource and a national mirror, critically examining the past to better understand the present.
For anyone concerned about Nigeria's future, Power & Plunder is a must-watch @realjudebela on YouTube.
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