‘It’s evident in our lives, leaders have failed’ – Agbakoba advises Nigerians on 2027

Former NBA President Olisa Agbakoba has urged Nigerians to exercise caution when selecting their leaders during the 2027 presidential election. Speaking on the state of the nation and the current challenges, Agbakoba highlighted issues such as soaring food prices, poor healthcare, a struggling education system, and limited job opportunities, particularly for the youth.

He emphasized the importance of voters to assess candidates and their ability to bring about meaningful change, rather than focusing on their ethnic or personal backgrounds. Agbakoba stressed that Nigeria's vast population compared to the relatively small number of politicians means that citizens ultimately determine who leads the country through the ballot box.

However, he cautioned that voters often make uninformed choices, which could lead to politicians making decisions that do not benefit the people. Agbakoba called for Nigerians to pay attention to the character, leadership potential, and capacity of presidential candidates to address the pressing issues facing the nation. He stressed that it does not matter where candidates come from or how they appear, but rather their ability to lead with discipline, inspire change, and make a significant impact.

As political parties and potential candidates gear up for the 2027 general election, Agbakoba's plea for informed voting resonates throughout the nation.