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64th Independence: Peter Obi Calls For Sober Reflection, Says Nigeria Is A Nation In Decline

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Former Anambra governor and Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi

As Nigeria celebrates its 64th Independence anniversary, Peter Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, has called for sober reflection, especially for leaders whose actions and inactions have contributed to the stagnation and failures the country is witnessing.

While acknowledging the importance of the occasion, Obi said that it should be more than just a celebration.

He said:

“We must 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?” He questioned.

He also pointed out that from the critical areas to the smallest aspects, the country is underperforming as it ranks among one of the most corrupt and insecure countries globally.

“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 said.

Obi called on all Nigerians to take the anniversary as an opportunity to commit to building a better nation—one that is free from tribal disunity and religious disharmony, state capture, and suffering.

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