Elizade University International Journal of Management, (EUIJM) Volume 1, No. 1, March 2022 https://doi.org/10.57000/euijm/2022.0101.05-CE A Conceptual Exploration of Leader and Strategic Leadership Principles in a Dynamic System: The Nigerian Perspective 1 Isaac O. Adesuyi, 2 Itunuoluwa A. Adeoye & 3 Sunday Oseiweh Ogbeide 1,2 Department of Business Administration Faculty of Humanities, Social and Management Sciences Elizade University, Ilara- Mokin, Ondo State, Nigeria 3 Department of Accounting and Finance Faculty of Humanities, Social and Management Sciences Elizade University, Ilara- Mokin, Ondo State, Nigeria Abstract The paper has examined the subject of strategic leadership and management generally in a concise manner. It specifically x-rayed the concept of a leader, the difference between leading and leadership, meaning and characteristics of strategic leadership and management and ten (10) effective laws of strategic leadership. Arising from the point presented in the paper, it is therefore recommended that both individuals and management at different levels in the organization and the government itself should regularly abreast themselves with the tools of strategic leadership and management in order to achieve desired goals, dreams and vision. Key words: Leaders, Leadership, Strategy, Strategic Leadership, Management, Vision 1.0 Introduction Every nation of the world needs quality and strategic leadership and management in order to accomplish enviable success and progress. The rise or fall of giant nations is often premised on the existence/ entrenchment or non-existence/entrenchment of strategic leadership as well as the effective or poor management of scarce resources. Most countries and organizations which have experienced economic starvation in the annals of the world are those devoid of strategic leadership and scientific management of resources. Therefore, the implication of strategic leadership and management in the day – to- day administration of the affairs of a system and the achievement of set goals in the light of the ever-changing socio-economic environment cannot be overemphasized. There is no doubt the world is going through turbulent period! Specifically, the drastic changes taking place in terms of technological advancement, COVID19 pandemic outbreak, harsh economic developments and climate variability in the global space have continued to compel every dynamic system, including private 63