Afthermath (IV)
Indeed, “don yau gobe ta ke” — tomorrow exists because of today. What you do today determines what you reap tomorrow. The chickens we have been tracking in this series are not just the skeletons in political closets. They are the chickens of our own making, the consequences of a nation that has spent 66 […]
The adage "don yau gobe ta ke" — tomorrow exists because of today — holds true for Nigeria's political landscape. The nation's past decisions, particularly its struggle to define its future after gaining independence, have shaped its current predicament. The FBI has confirmed President Tinubu faced a criminal investigation in the 1990s, though he has not been convicted.
Atiku Abubakar has hired lobbyists to uncover more, spending $1.2 million. The opposition is splintered, with former APC leaders joining the NDC, while the APC maintains control over 32 of Nigeria's 36 states. Analysts warn this dominance could lead to a military takeover. However, the author argues that Nigeria is not doomed. The country's leadership crisis stems from a lack of consensus and poor leadership, not inevitable doom.
The APC's victory in 2027 is likely due to the absence of a viable alternative, but the real test lies ahead. The opposition's fragmentation and the ruling party's advantage make it crucial for citizens to hold their leaders accountable. Nigeria has faced crises before, and with each challenge, it has produced leaders worthy of the moment.
The country must reject the notion of an eternal abyss and embrace the potential for positive change.
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