Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has expressed his frustration over Nigeria’s persistent poverty levels, despite the country’s vast natural and human resources.
Speaking at a dinner hosted in his honor by the Abia State Government on Friday, April 11, 2025, Obasanjo emphasized that Nigerians have “no business with poverty.”
Key Highlights:
- Mismanagement of Resources: Obasanjo attributed the nation’s economic struggles to decades of poor leadership and resource mismanagement. He stated, “If we are mismanaging what God has given us, we do not have God to blame; we have ourselves to blame.”
- Call for Good Governance: He praised Governor Alex Otti of Abia State for his transformative leadership and urged other governors to emulate his commitment to development. Obasanjo remarked that if at least 18 governors across Nigeria performed effectively, the country’s fortunes would improve significantly.
- Focus on Leadership: The former president reiterated his concern for the well-being of Nigerians and the quality of governance they receive. He stressed that good governance is essential for national progress.