Maddtimes has announced the forthcoming release of its landmark publication, the Maddtimes Power List Coffee Table Book, a meticulously curated compendium spotlighting the 100 most powerful and influential Nigerians across politics, business, traditional institutions, and public life.

‎‎Leading the list are notable figures including President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, former President Olusegun Obasanjo, business magnate Tony Elumelu, advertising icon Biodun Shobanjo, and banking executive Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe, among several other distinguished personalities whose leadership and influence continue to shape Nigeria’s national trajectory.

‎The 537-page collector’s edition is the result of over seven months of research, profiling, and editorial work, undertaken by the Duke of Shomolu, Joseph Edgar, who serves as Publisher and Editor. The publication is positioned as one of the most comprehensive independent documentations of power, influence, and leadership in contemporary Nigeria.

‎With the overarching theme “Visionary Leadership as a Catalyst for National Socio-Economic Growth,” the book features 50 thought-provoking essays from a diverse pool of respected intellectuals and public figures. Contributors include former Lagos State Governor Babatunde Raji Fashola; the Olu of Warri, Ogiame Atuwatse III; legal scholar Prof. Kanyinsola Ajayi; policy analyst Magnus Onyibe, and former Member of the House of Representatives Dakuku Peterside, among other accomplished essayists.

‎‎Edgar notes that the coffee table book “curates charismatic leadership in its purest form and seeks to identify those who have leveraged it to make the most impact on society.” He added that the list presents a balanced and honest narrative, capturing individuals who have used their influence for the advancement of society as well as those whose actions have drawn public scrutiny.

‎“The list shows the good, the bad, and the ugly,” Edgar stated, emphasising the publication’s commitment to editorial independence and historical accuracy.

‎Each of the 100 honourees is profiled through detailed biographical essays accompanied by custom-illustrated caricatures, creating a visually engaging and intellectually rich coffee table experience that blends art, history, and commentary on leadership.

‎The Maddtimes Power List Coffee Table Book an editorial project designed to map power and influence by curating the stories and impact of individuals who, through conviction and excellence, have significantly shaped society across various fields, is scheduled for an official launch in October 2026, with unveiling events planned for Lagos and Abuja. The publication is expected to serve as a reference point for scholars, policymakers, corporate leaders, and historians interested in the dynamics of power and influence in Nigeria. (Guardian)

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