By Hikmat Abdullahi
Nigeria is mostly referred to as Giant of Africa. It is a nation blessed with rich resources, diverse cultures and intelligent people. However, like other developing countries, Nigeria also faces challenges such as poor leadership, unemployment, insecurity and corruption. To move forward, Nigeria must focus on key areas that can bring positive change for the future.
First, education is the foundation of development. The government should invest more in the schools, teachers and learning materials.
Secondly, good leadership and governance are very important. One of the problems affecting the Nigeria economy today is poor leadership. So the leaders of the country should be honest, responsible and focused on serving the people. Citizens also have responsibilities to perform, which is the need to participate in election and hold their leaders accountable.
Also, another important step for the growth of Nigeria is youth empowerment. The government and private sector should create jobs and training programmes to help young people develop skills in areas like technology, agriculture, and entrepreneurship. This will help reduce the rate of unemployment and crime in the country.
Lastly, Nigerians must learn to live together peacefully despite their differences in gender, tribe religion or languages. Working together as one country will help bring progress in the country.
In conclusion, the way forward for Nigeria depends on good education, honest leadership, youth empowerment and national unity. If everyone plays their part, Nigeria will become a better nation for all.
Hikmat is of Key Special Academy, Abuja
