The great potential of the Nigerian youth to expand the country’s capacity as a global economic hub has been blunted.
“I propose considering the sale of underutilised assets, particularly the correctional centres, located in prime areas,” said Mr Ajulo.
As a nation, we have continued to struggle to manifest the dreams of our founding fathers in upholding the promises of shared prosperity and social justice.
Mr Oputa, who reacted to the gathering of some youths at the Unity Fountain, said the gathering was to protest the alleged bogus election result declared by INEC.
His vow marks a breakaway from traditional academic programmes in universities that run typically four years with the exception of highly specialised studies like law and medicine.
Labour’s popularity and acceptance, especially among Nigerian youth on social media, grew rapidly following Mr Obi’s emergence as its presidential candidate in May 2022.
Inspiring citizens to dream the Nigerian dream through deliberate policies and good governance should be a priority of the next leadership.
The rhetoric on social media is fast dissolving into an ethnic brawl between the Igbo and the Yoruba.
The leader urged the release of funds directly to local governments to enable them execute projects and provide employment for youths.
“This is our reality, a sad and unimaginable one. Fellow Nigerian youths and students have another opportunity to elect a new leader who shall steer our affairs.”
