Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has called on Nigerians to take collective responsibility for the country’s future, warning that no individual or group can single-handedly fix the nation’s deep-seated challenges.
Obasanjo made the call on Thursday at the sixth annual colloquium organised to mark the 65th birthday of Itua Ighodalo, held under the theme, “The Future of Nigeria.”
Represented by Prof. Adedeji Daramola on behalf of the Olusegun Obasanjo Leadership Institute, the former President stressed that nation-building requires the active participation of all citizens, irrespective of social status or profession.
He cautioned Nigerians against waiting for “miracles” to transform the country, insisting that sustainable development can only be achieved through unity, accountability, and deliberate action.
“Nobody will fix Nigeria for us until we come together to work and fix it,” he said.
Obasanjo noted that while leadership plays a critical role in governance, the responsibility for national development must be shared among citizens, including traders, professionals, and political actors.
He further emphasised the need to engage young people in governance and decision-making processes, describing them as critical to Nigeria’s future.
According to him, the country’s large youth population presents a strategic advantage that must be harnessed through innovation and technology.
The elder statesman urged stakeholders across public and private sectors to invest in emerging tools such as artificial intelligence to empower young Nigerians and drive long-term growth.
The colloquium featured discussions by stakeholders on pathways to national development, with participants highlighting the need for reforms, inclusive governance, and stronger civic responsibility.
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