A BETTER TOMORROW IS POSSIBLE WHEN WE STAND TOGETHER

HE WHO DOESN'T SIT ON A CUSHION OF ADVANTAGE DOESN'T GET TO SLEEP

While congratulating America, I thought about Nigeria and sincerely wished we could attempt something similar to what the Americans have done.

Biden was elected when Donald Trump was President, a decision made because many Americans were discontented with Trump’s leadership. Voting for Biden was, in a way, an experiment—one the people hoped would work. When it didn’t meet their expectations, they collectively said, “We made a mistake, and we’ll correct it,” which they did. Hopefully, Donald Trump will now perform to a higher standard.

From my experience, those who feel less entitled to a position often work harder, especially when not cushioned by privilege.

Peter Obi, one of Nigeria’s 2023 presidential candidates, is from the South East, a region with only five states, the fewest in the country. Unlike other regions, the South East doesn’t wield significant political power. Despite these disadvantages, Peter Obi contested because he believed he had something valuable to offer Nigeria.

I voted for him because I felt he was the best choice for Nigeria. I wish those who voted against him had considered taking a risk to see if the country might have benefited. Had he performed poorly, the National Assembly would likely have found it easier to impeach him, considering his background, than they would any other candidate—particularly our current President, BAT.

Peter Obi, knowing he wouldn’t have the comfort of political advantage, would have had no option but to work tirelessly to see Nigeria thrive.

Now, we've missed that chance. The challenges we’re experiencing may continue if BAT doesn’t take swift, decisive action. Our hardships could be prolonged if, come 2027, we aren’t open to risking a choice that’s truly worthy, regardless of what we allow to divide us.

In business, we don’t select partners based on who’s in charge; we look for those who deliver the most value. My hope is that we make better choices, for Nigeria deserves so much more. Right now, things are simply too chaotic.

Shalom ✌🏾

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