Independence Day: Nigeria stands out as nation in decline – Peter Obi

Independence Day: Nigeria stands out as nation in decline – Peter Obi

 The Presidential Candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023
election, Peter Obi has said that Nigeria stands out as a nation in decline
when compared to its counterparts that gained independence at the same time. 

Obi stated this in a post via his official X handle on
Tuesday.

 

He noted that it’s been 64 years since Nigeria took charge
of its destiny and embarked on the journey toward development as a sovereign
nation.

 

According to him, the independence day should also be a day
of sober reflection for every Nigerian, especially for the leaders, whose
actions and inactions he said have contributed to the stagnation in the
country.

 

Obi wrote, “As the saying goes, an unexamined life is not
worth living. We must, therefore, examine ourselves in the light of our
nation’s journey over the past six decades.

 

“Have we lifted our people out of poverty, or have we driven
more into it? Have we made education accessible to every Nigerian child, or
have we allowed an army of over 18 million out-of-school children to roam the
streets? Have we built a productive economy, or have we created a nation with
the worst debt profile in its history?”

 

The former governor expressed disappointment in the measure
of development in the country, pointing out that Nigeria ranks poorly in
security and is one of the most insecure nations globally.

 

“We are also ranked among the most corrupt countries, and we
are noted for our disregard for the rule of law.

 

“Our nation continues its dangerous dance on the edge of a
precipice.

 

“When we compare ourselves to countries that gained
independence around the same time—before or after us—Nigeria stands out as a
nation in decline, urgently in need of rescue from further decay,” he wrote.

 

Obi further called for a solemn commitment to build a nation
that is truly independent, free from tribal disunity and religious disharmony.

 

“We must build a New and Productive Nigeria that prioritizes
the well-being of its citizens.

 

“That is the independence we should celebrate as a nation
whose greatness remains possible,” he stated.

Source: Independence Day: Nigeria stands out as nation in decline – Peter Obi

 - NigerianEye

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