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Former President Obasanjo Advocates for Unity in Nextier Conference
At a conference in Abuja on Thursday, former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo spoke out about the ethnic division that has arisen since the 2023 general elections. The conference, titled “From Elections to Governance and Performance,” was organized by Nextier and the Ibadan School of Governance and Public Policy.
Obasanjo, a vocal figure in Nigerian politics, urged the incoming administration to take all necessary steps to address the challenges facing the country, including the issue of ethnic division. He stated that he is now “too old to keep quiet” and will continue to speak out for the benefit of the nation.
Former President Obasanjo Urges Incoming Government to Focus on National Moral Rearmament and Reconciliation
Former Nigerian President, Olusegun Obasanjo, has called on the incoming government to prioritize national moral rearmament and reconciliation in order to address the divisiveness caused by the recently concluded general elections. He emphasized that such a move has the potential to bring about healing and assuage the anger felt by Nigerian youths due to the shortcomings of the elections.
He emphasized that Nigeria’s governance requires “thinking outside the box” to rescue the nation from its current challenges. Additionally, he urged the government to demonstrate political will and take concrete actions to reform the public service and transform it into a more capable and efficient entity. With the right administrative efforts and strategic reforms, the country can build a stronger foundation for its future growth and development.
