Perspectives on leadership and leadership styles have gone through a gradual metamorphosis with particular regard to definition and pattern. They have acutely shifted from profoundly classical paradigms to very liberal democratic, if not participative ones. Different situations or times propel specific forms of leadership and approaches. However, it is critical to note that different leaders, whether in the public or private or semi-government sector, rely on leadership styles that make their organisations work. An autocratic leadership style is viewed as very outdated. It is, however, still alive in many post-colonial states and public organisations where the leader views himself as a commander who, therefore, must not be challenged with regard to his power and authority. This type of leadership is usually associated with professional brutality and cruelty. Many post-colonial African leaders are guilty in this respect. Democratic le