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Nigeria Takes 2 Steps Forward, 2 Steps Backward – Obasanjo by robosky02(m): 4:11pm On Aug 09 |
Nigeria takes 2 steps forward, 2 steps backward – Obasanjo Former Nigerian President, Olusegun Obasanjo, on Friday said the country can only progress when those in power change their mentality and critically re-examine themselves. Obasanjo also described Nigeria as a country that takes two steps forward and two steps backward. The former President spoke while receiving six lawmakers from the House of Representatives, led by Ugochinyere Ikenga, Ideato North and South Federal Constituency of Imo State. Other lawmakers in attendance were Abdulmalik Danga, Adavi/Okehi, Usman Midala, Askira-Uba/Hawul, Peter Aniekwe, Anambra East/West, and Kama Nkemkanma, Ohaozara/Onicha/Ivo. Obasanjo noted that the lawmakers’ calls for a single-term Presidency, one-day countrywide elections and power rotation between the North and South were insufficient to set the country on the right path. He said purposeful leadership and a solid team are the only factors capable of driving positive development in the country. Obadanjo said, “What I know about Nigeria is that we need to get it right in terms of leadership and the team. The point is that, within two and a half years, we can overcome these challenges.” He warned that Nigeria is sitting on a keg of gunpowder that might blow up at any moment if the country’s leaders do not take bold and immediate action to address numerous problems. “In another 10 years, we need to consolidate what we have achieved, and in 25 years, we will be there. Our problem is that we take two steps forward and probably two steps backward, and that won’t get us anywhere. “In the African system, we typically work through consensus. We need to join hands to make things work. If we get it right, whether we have a single six-year term Presidency or two four-year terms, we need to work on our mentality. “We have to decarbonize our brains. Our main problem is ourselves. Until we address our own issues, the length of office terms won’t matter. “If the same people with the same mentality are in power, nothing will change. Our starting point is ourselves,” the ex-President added. In his remarks, Ikenga said the lawmakers were in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital, to consult the former president and take advantage of his wealth of experience in development and good administration. The legislator praised Obasanjo for the various reforms he brought about during his administration and accused succeeding governments of not expanding on his achievements for the good of Nigerians. “If there had been consolidation of electricity reforms, foreign policies, civil service reforms and digital reforms by successive governments, we would not be facing the economic challenges we are today,” the lawmaker said. Lalasticlala mynd44 mukina2 https://dailypost.ng/2024/08/09/nigeria-takes-2-steps-forward-2-steps-backward-obasanjo/ |
Re: Nigeria Takes 2 Steps Forward, 2 Steps Backward – Obasanjo by chiiraq802(m): 4:21pm On Aug 09 |
If to say we dey take 2 steps forward and 2 steps backward, it would hv been better. Nigeria takes 2 steps forward, and 2,000 steps backward. 4 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Nigeria Takes 2 Steps Forward, 2 Steps Backward – Obasanjo by Bobloco: 4:22pm On Aug 09 |
Under this calamitous Tinubu regime, it has just been backward steps, no forward steps, and it will take decades to undo and correct the calamity the Tinubu regime has done to this nation, if at all it will ever be corrected. Tinubu is a disaster. |
Re: Nigeria Takes 2 Steps Forward, 2 Steps Backward – Obasanjo by dinge: 4:23pm On Aug 09 |
robosky02:Baba has struck again. In spite the recent relationship with the Presidency |
Re: Nigeria Takes 2 Steps Forward, 2 Steps Backward – Obasanjo by LadyExcellency: 4:24pm On Aug 09 |
Let's go back to the Parliamentary System. Winner takes all is the tyranny of the majority. 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: Nigeria Takes 2 Steps Forward, 2 Steps Backward – Obasanjo by Chinkoalhaji34: 4:24pm On Aug 09 |
Obasanjo always dropping wisdom like it’s hot. We need to listen and learn, no be to dey argue all the time. 5 Likes |
Re: Nigeria Takes 2 Steps Forward, 2 Steps Backward – Obasanjo by Truthissupreme: 4:25pm On Aug 09 |
Buhari alone took us 15 miles backward let alone tinubu that have doubled it in one year Tinubu isn't even waiting for tenure to end before they have concluded Nigeria is too poor to achieve any result |
Re: Nigeria Takes 2 Steps Forward, 2 Steps Backward – Obasanjo by EyeCumInPiece: 4:27pm On Aug 09 |
Point of Correction, OBJ. 2 steps forward, 4 steps backwards is more like it. |
Re: Nigeria Takes 2 Steps Forward, 2 Steps Backward – Obasanjo by Jokerman(m): 4:28pm On Aug 09 |
Nigeria is the “egbon adugbo” of Africa. Old, unsuccessful, living on past glory, stunted potentials, overrated and overhyped, empty and lacking in foresight. Never call this dead country an African giant. |
Re: Nigeria Takes 2 Steps Forward, 2 Steps Backward – Obasanjo by Shikini: 4:33pm On Aug 09 |
Really sad . |
Re: Nigeria Takes 2 Steps Forward, 2 Steps Backward – Obasanjo by Triume(m): 4:33pm On Aug 09 |
chiiraq802: |
Re: Nigeria Takes 2 Steps Forward, 2 Steps Backward – Obasanjo by SalesConsultant(m): 4:36pm On Aug 09 |
That's the sad reality now. Nigeria has exceeded his elastic limits. |
Re: Nigeria Takes 2 Steps Forward, 2 Steps Backward – Obasanjo by Salewa97: 4:40pm On Aug 09 |
Obasanjo always speaks the truth. For real change to happen, our leaders must first change their mindset. It's time to stop the backward steps and start moving forward for once! Let’s hope they listen this time. 3 Likes |
Re: Nigeria Takes 2 Steps Forward, 2 Steps Backward – Obasanjo by gaby(m): 5:12pm On Aug 09 |
We actually do add one backwards making it "2 forward, 3 backwards equalling -1 forward"... ![]() 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: Nigeria Takes 2 Steps Forward, 2 Steps Backward – Obasanjo by WhiteIverson: 5:14pm On Aug 09 |
gaby: |
Re: Nigeria Takes 2 Steps Forward, 2 Steps Backward – Obasanjo by TimeManager(m): 5:17pm On Aug 09 |
OBJ and hypocrisy, the man that introduced corruption in the 4th republic, weakened the institutions and made himself an emperor. Baba, where is our $16b? -Kiss the truth! 1 Like |
Re: Nigeria Takes 2 Steps Forward, 2 Steps Backward – Obasanjo by Sheuns(m): 5:18pm On Aug 09 |
TimeManager: Which $16bn lost for your hand? The same lies Tinubu, Buhari and APC peddled for years without providing concrete evidence to back them up is what you’re still riding on in 2024? Did Obj write the constitution? Why did other presidents after him not rewrite his misdeeds? Oh. They can’t because they also enjoy all that power. |
Re: Nigeria Takes 2 Steps Forward, 2 Steps Backward – Obasanjo by Philipponzaghi: 5:28pm On Aug 09 |
Obasanjo is absolutely right! It’s time for our leaders to reflect deeply on their roles and responsibilities. We cannot keep dancing in circles while the nation yearns for progress. A shift in mentality is crucial for real change. Let’s hope they heed his wise counsel and take the bold steps needed for Nigeria's advancement! 5 Likes |
Re: Nigeria Takes 2 Steps Forward, 2 Steps Backward – Obasanjo by Melagros(m): 5:30pm On Aug 09 |
COMRADES, I don't know what else to say about these miscreants comments here on Nairaland |
Re: Nigeria Takes 2 Steps Forward, 2 Steps Backward – Obasanjo by TimeManager(m): 5:38pm On Aug 09 |
Sheuns:This kid had not been born in 2008, go find the report on parliamentary hearing on power projects in 2008 and read up, rather than roaming away in ignorance. -Kiss the truth! |
Re: Nigeria Takes 2 Steps Forward, 2 Steps Backward – Obasanjo by Sheuns(m): 5:42pm On Aug 09 |
TimeManager: Oga it has been debunked several times that at no time did Nigeria spend $16bn on power during Objs tenure. The hearing didn’t ascertain that at any point in time $16bn was spent on power. It’s all lies. |
Re: Nigeria Takes 2 Steps Forward, 2 Steps Backward – Obasanjo by TimeManager(m): 5:57pm On Aug 09 |
Sheuns:Yeah, it's all lies, even Yar'adua confirmed the lies and the lies is still pending in court. -Kiss the truth! |
Re: Nigeria Takes 2 Steps Forward, 2 Steps Backward – Obasanjo by sIfioksq: 6:37pm On Aug 09 |
Baba Obasanjo is always on point with the truth! It's like watching a dance, we need to step forward and not get caught in the backward shuffle. If only our leaders would heed his wisdom, Nigeria would be soaring high by now. |
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