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African Bank Afdb Boss, Adesina Proposes ‘united States Of Nigeria’ To Achieve R by ogododo: 5:03pm On Mar 30 |
Adesina made this call in a statement by his Special Adviser on Industrialisation, Prof. Banji Oyelaran-Oyeyinka, made available to newsmen on Saturday. The President, African Development Bank Group, Dr Akinwumi Adesina, has proposed "The United States of Nigeria" as a new name to replace the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Adesina made this call in a statement by his Special Adviser on Industrialisation, Prof. Banji Oyelaran-Oyeyinka, made available to newsmen on Saturday. Adesina was made the appeal in a speech titled "Making a New Nigeria: Welfarist Policies and People-Centred Development," which he presented as the winner of the 2024 Obafemi Awolowo Prize for Leadership. He said that changing the name to the "United States of Nigeria" would redefine the relationship between the states and Abuja, with the states serving as the fulcrum and the centre supporting them rather than lording over them. The statement reads: “From our forgotten rural villages to our boisterous and dynamic urban areas. From the sparks of desire in the eyes of our children to the lingering hope in the hearts of our youths. “From the yearnings of our women and mothers and our men and fathers for a better tomorrow, and the desires of the old that our end would be better than our past. From the hardworking street vendors and small businesses to the largest business conglomerates, we must create a movement of hope.” He added that “the achievement of economically viable entities and the viability of the national entity requires constitutional changes to devolve more economic and fiscal powers to the states or regions. The stronger the states or regions, the stronger the federated units.” Adesina maintained that in order to get out of the economic morass, Nigeria must be restructured, and that restructuring should be driven by economic and financial viability rather than political expediency. “Economic and financial viability are the necessary and sufficient conditions for political viability. “If there was one attribute that defined Chief Obafemi Awolowo, and there were many, it would be his visionary boldness. He went where others feared or failed to go. In the process, decades later, his footprints remain in the sands of time. Likewise, today, in Nigeria, we need men and women with vision, who are willing to take bold decisions,” he said. He noted that Nigerians paid one of the world's highest implicit tax rates, and that when governments or institutions failed to provide basic services, the people bore the brunt of a huge implicit tax. https://saharareporters.com/2024/03/30/african-bank-afdb-boss-adesina-proposes-united-states-nigeria-achieve-restructuring |
Re: African Bank Afdb Boss, Adesina Proposes ‘united States Of Nigeria’ To Achieve R by SoNature(m): 5:09pm On Mar 30 |
If you like, you change the name to the United Heavens of Nigeria, nothing will change! You can take a man out of street, but you cannot take the street out of a man! Corrupt politicians and their senseless followers destroyed this country. |
Re: African Bank Afdb Boss, Adesina Proposes ‘united States Of Nigeria’ To Achieve R by Amotolongbo(f): 5:14pm On Mar 30 |
He said that changing the name to the "United States of Nigeria" would redefine the relationship between the states and Abuja, with the states serving as the fulcrum and the centre supporting them rather than lording over them.So we should change the label on the bread to make the bed delicious? Name is the simplest Nigerian problem. So we should use billions of naira to change the names on every national document bearing “The Federal Rebublic of Nigeria” and continue to practise the same rotten system, expecting a change? Mr Adesina, I’m expecting better than this sir |
Re: African Bank Afdb Boss, Adesina Proposes ‘united States Of Nigeria’ To Achieve R by helinues: 5:14pm On Mar 30 |
Let states from same region first lead the way by working together |
Re: African Bank Afdb Boss, Adesina Proposes ‘united States Of Nigeria’ To Achieve R by thesicilian: 5:15pm On Mar 30 |
At that level of education he still thinks the problem of the country is the name |
Re: African Bank Afdb Boss, Adesina Proposes ‘united States Of Nigeria’ To Achieve R by CodeTemplar: 5:18pm On Mar 30 |
You are touching where the owners of Nigeria don't like and that's dangerous. How will the oyel in Bayelsa help the man in sokoto who originated from Niger and Mali if the states begin to be productive and economically independent? |
Re: African Bank Afdb Boss, Adesina Proposes ‘united States Of Nigeria’ To Achieve R by CodeTemplar: 5:19pm On Mar 30 |
thesicilian:the name change is accompanied by a new structure. Read the body and see for yourself. 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: African Bank Afdb Boss, Adesina Proposes ‘united States Of Nigeria’ To Achieve R by CodeTemplar: 5:21pm On Mar 30 |
Amotolongbo:no change of core ingredients can be formalized with a name change. 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: African Bank Afdb Boss, Adesina Proposes ‘united States Of Nigeria’ To Achieve R by thesicilian: 5:23pm On Mar 30 |
CodeTemplar:You think I'm like you that make conclusions based on headlines. Or maybe you were deceived by all the talk of strong federated units because you don't understand a word of what was said. Because if you truly understood you'd realise that there's nothing suggested up there that will work unless the problems bedeviling us now are addressed. |
Re: African Bank Afdb Boss, Adesina Proposes ‘united States Of Nigeria’ To Achieve R by CodeTemplar: 5:32pm On Mar 30 |
thesicilian:is like they swear for some people never to admit their faults without putting up some form of fight. Enjoy yourself in peace. The bold shows you disagree with the workability of the suggestion, therefore they exist. 2 Likes 1 Share |
Re: African Bank Afdb Boss, Adesina Proposes ‘united States Of Nigeria’ To Achieve R by thesicilian: 5:35pm On Mar 30 |
CodeTemplar:I was already doing that before you quoted what you don't understand |
Re: African Bank Afdb Boss, Adesina Proposes ‘united States Of Nigeria’ To Achieve R by Foreverly02: 6:17pm On Mar 30 |
Hmm |
Re: African Bank Afdb Boss, Adesina Proposes ‘united States Of Nigeria’ To Achieve R by kettykin: 6:19pm On Mar 30 |
Problem of Nigeria is not the name but the structure |
Re: African Bank Afdb Boss, Adesina Proposes ‘united States Of Nigeria’ To Achieve R by ForensikOrder: 6:20pm On Mar 30 |
Omo, this idea wey Dr. Akinwumi Adesina drop so, about renaming Nigeria to "The United States of Nigeria," na serious talk wey dey worth considering. E show say the man dey think deep about how we fit restructure our country to make am work better for everybody wey dey inside am. The angle wey he come from, wey be say make states get more power and autonomy, fit really help to boost economic and financial viability across the board. By giving states more control over their resources and governance, it fit lead to more tailored, efficient, and responsive governance wey go directly address the needs and potentials of each region. E dey clear say the current system wey we dey operate under dey face plenty challenges, and the idea to restructure no be new. But this kind proposal bring fresh perspective on top the table wey worth to look into well well. E go require plenty work, especially in terms of constitutional changes, but if e go lead to better governance, e worth the effort. And no be just about changing name; na about reimagining how we fit better manage our diversity and resources to create a more prosperous and unified country. This kind thinking dey show say we need leaders wey dey ready to think outside the box, take bold steps, and lead with vision, just like Chief Obafemi Awolowo wey Adesina mention for him speech. E good make we open discussion on this kind matter, hear from different people, from different parts of the country, to see how such a change fit impact us all. Whether na "United States of Nigeria" or any other form of restructuring, the most important thing na the goal to make Nigeria better for all her citizens. This na the kind conversation wey we need to dey have more often. As Nigerians, we need to dey engage with these ideas, debate them, and contribute our own voice to how we fit build a Nigeria wey go work for everybody. Na through collective effort and dialogue we go fit reach the kind future wey we all dey dream of. 2 Likes 1 Share |
Re: African Bank Afdb Boss, Adesina Proposes ‘united States Of Nigeria’ To Achieve R by JohnAOne: 7:13pm On Mar 30 |
Replace the word "STATES" with "REGIONS" and you have United REGIONS of Nigeria (URN). |
Re: African Bank Afdb Boss, Adesina Proposes ‘united States Of Nigeria’ To Achieve R by blacknp(m): 7:39pm On Mar 30 |
ForensikOrder:Only yourself & Codetemplar have made any sense so far, Nigeria is in serious trouble, the amount of mumus we have is way above those with common sense. |
Re: African Bank Afdb Boss, Adesina Proposes ‘united States Of Nigeria’ To Achieve R by Bigseven(m): 7:40pm On Mar 30 |
God forbid to be United with some regions who feels they more important than anyone, they carry religious coloration in everything. Infact they want Nigeria to be run according to their religion. They kill people without prejudice because of seemingly religion differences. Pls hold your breath Adeshina. You are one of the best asset we have. |
Re: African Bank Afdb Boss, Adesina Proposes ‘united States Of Nigeria’ To Achieve R by ForensikOrder: 7:41pm On Mar 30 |
blacknp:E really look like you dey frustrated with the situation around, and it's understandable given the complexities and challenges wey Nigeria dey face. The conversation about the state of the nation and how people dey respond to am na important one, and e good say you and others dey share una thoughts and insights. In every society, you go always find a mix of opinions and levels of awareness about issues. Sometimes, e fit seem like say the scales dey tip more towards one side than the other. The key na to keep pushing for enlightenment and constructive dialogue. Engaging in conversations, providing education where possible, and encouraging critical thinking can help bridge the gap between different perspectives. Also, remember say change no dey happen overnight. It takes consistent effort and sometimes a bit of patience to see the shift in public opinion or awareness. Everyone get a role to play in making Nigeria better, from educating oneself and others, to participating in civic duties, to advocating for positive changes within our communities. While e dey easy to feel overwhelmed by the challenges, e dey also important to recognize and celebrate the small victories and the efforts of those wey dey work hard to make a difference. Let's keep the hope alive and continue to contribute our part, however small e may seem. Together, we fit make a significant impact.
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Re: African Bank Afdb Boss, Adesina Proposes ‘united States Of Nigeria’ To Achieve R by adekolaelect(m): 7:50pm On Mar 30 |
SoNature:hopeless commenter !!!! Take it easy. There is nothing that can not change . Your opinions or choices may never be the way for the success of Nigeria. 2 Likes 1 Share
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Re: African Bank Afdb Boss, Adesina Proposes ‘united States Of Nigeria’ To Achieve R by blacknp(m): 11:30am On Mar 31 |
ForensikOrder:Me frustrated, about what, Have you read my responses? |
Re: African Bank Afdb Boss, Adesina Proposes ‘united States Of Nigeria’ To Achieve R by blacknp(m): 11:30am On Mar 31 |
adekolaelect:You they mind that Bitter filled SoNature? Person wey no wish him ownself well, how can that kind of thing wish the general society any good? |
Re: African Bank Afdb Boss, Adesina Proposes ‘united States Of Nigeria’ To Achieve R by waternogetememy: 11:33am On Mar 31 |
STOP COPYING SIMON EKPA BIAFRA.
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Re: African Bank Afdb Boss, Adesina Proposes ‘united States Of Nigeria’ To Achieve R by blacknp(m): 11:36am On Mar 31 |
waternogetememy:Another Frustrated Obidient, na The United States of Biafra you want now, no be president of The Federal Republic of Nigeria anymore? |
Re: African Bank Afdb Boss, Adesina Proposes ‘united States Of Nigeria’ To Achieve R by waternogetememy: 11:43am On Mar 31 |
blacknp: IF NOT FOR OIL AND GAS IN BIAFRA, YOU WOULD BE RESPONSIBLE. LOOTING IS ONLY REASON U ARE INTO POLITICS WITH NOTHING TO OFFER. |
Re: African Bank Afdb Boss, Adesina Proposes ‘united States Of Nigeria’ To Achieve R by blacknp(m): 11:44am On Mar 31 |
waternogetememy:Oil & gas in Biafra Indeed, even Ijaws done warn una. https://punchng.com/iyc-disowns-simon-ekpa-says-ijaws-not-part-of-biafra/ |
Re: African Bank Afdb Boss, Adesina Proposes ‘united States Of Nigeria’ To Achieve R by waternogetememy: 11:47am On Mar 31 |
blacknp: YORUBA LAND IS NIGERIA POVERTY CAPITAL. LAGOS THE GHETTO IS ALL YOU HAVE TO BRAG. IT IS STILL BIAFRANS THAT BUILT IT. |
Re: African Bank Afdb Boss, Adesina Proposes ‘united States Of Nigeria’ To Achieve R by waternogetememy: 11:47am On Mar 31 |
JUST SOME HOME TRUTHS THIS SUNDAY |
Re: African Bank Afdb Boss, Adesina Proposes ‘united States Of Nigeria’ To Achieve R by blacknp(m): 11:49am On Mar 31 |
waternogetememy:People way no fit development Eastern Nigeria, na them come development western Nigeria? Indeed, Na true. |
Re: African Bank Afdb Boss, Adesina Proposes ‘united States Of Nigeria’ To Achieve R by blacknp(m): 11:51am On Mar 31 |
waternogetememy:Yet more than 90% of people wey they hawk things for Lagos traffic under hot sun, or heavy down pour na from Biafra country? Eko is all we have Indeed, which one you come get? You fit call your comrades Onuman, racoon, Bobloco, Makemoneywbsite & fellow disillusioned disgruntled oblivious Obidients make they come help you. |
Re: African Bank Afdb Boss, Adesina Proposes ‘united States Of Nigeria’ To Achieve R by waternogetememy: 11:53am On Mar 31 |
blacknp: WHAT DO U HAVE? HOLDING THE IGBOMAN EVERYDAY? |
Re: African Bank Afdb Boss, Adesina Proposes ‘united States Of Nigeria’ To Achieve R by blacknp(m): 11:56am On Mar 31 |
waternogetememy:Ok na me force your people to come Eko to sell things in Lagos State traffic under scorching sun abi? |
Re: African Bank Afdb Boss, Adesina Proposes ‘united States Of Nigeria’ To Achieve R by waternogetememy: 11:57am On Mar 31 |
blacknp: WHAT DO U HAVE? |
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