This book works towards identifying and discussing Nigeria's most important challenges. It is also intended to generate genuine debates, unearthing more issues, inspiring more ideas and motivating people towards solving them. At no time in history has it become so extremely important to awaken a nation from its slumber, so it may realize and live up to its full potential. The sheer population of this pivotal nation of Africa makes it more expedient to set it on the right course. A nudge to put Nigeria on a path to success may benefit the whole continent, giving that it is one of the three most relevant in international politics, the other two continental colleagues being South Africa and Egypt. A growing power for Nigeria means a greater voice for African affairs. A guide for international donors seeking the best projects to support, for foreign relations experts, investors and students of African studies.