Our nation continues its dangerous dance on the edge of a precipice. We must create a nation free from tribal disunity and religious disharmony.
By Ife Osemedua
365Daily – The presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 general election, Peter Obi, has harped on the need for Nigeria to b urgently rescued from further decay.
He said this on Tuesday on his X handle in a statement to mark Nigeria’s 64th independence anniversary.
Speaking on the nation’s challenges across economic, social and security sectors, he wrote, “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.”
The former Anambra governor wrote: ”Anniversary celebrations, whether for an individual or a country, offer opportunities to reflect on memories, celebrate accomplishments, look toward the future, and express gratitude. This is exactly what we are doing today as our dear nation marks its 64th independence…
“On this day, therefore, we must make a solemn commitment to build a nation that is truly independent from the state capture that has dragged it into failure and kept its people in suffering.”
According to him, “Our nation continues its dangerous dance on the edge of a precipice. We must create a nation 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.”