The Federal Government has been urged to prioritize good governance and address key socio-economic challenges to achieve Nigeria’s developmental goals.
This call was made by Dr. Silvester Omose, publisher and convener of the Good Governance African International Network, during a one-day sensitisation and award program in Abuja themed “Good Governance, the Pathway to National Development.”
Omose said Nigeria’s leaders must focus on providing basic facilities, especially adequate electricity, to unlock the potential of the country’s youth. He warned that without addressing energy challenges and widespread hardship, national development would remain stunted.
“Nigeria can flourish and become one of the best countries in the world by creating an enabling environment for its citizens. But electricity shortages and lack of affordable energy continue to hinder the growth of talented youths,” he said.
Also speaking at the event, keynote speaker Pastor Engr. Gabriel Omolaolu stressed that rebuilding Nigeria requires collective responsibility from both leaders and citizens. He highlighted corruption, insecurity, disunity, and economic instability as major obstacles to progress.
“We call for conscious effort by citizens and leaders to create a stable and progressive society. Nigeria’s challenges, including religious crises, ethnic divisions, corruption, and economic instability, are enormous. Something must be done for good governance to thrive,” Omolaolu said.
Similarly, Dr. Colins Aimuan, founder and chairman of the Governing Council at Philomath University, said governance must be structured with transparency, inclusiveness, and clear principles. He argued that active democratic participation and respect for institutions would promote economic growth and strengthen national unity.