It is not news that President Goodluck Jonathan and some governors of the ruling Peoples Democratic Party's are bickering over some issues.
But the truth must be told that Nigerians are expecting purposeful, resourceful and godly leadership. One is surprised that since May 29, 2011, the country's development has continued to be hampered by bad leadership, moral decadence, hunger, poverty, insecurity and deep-rooted corruption. Our leaders tell lies under oath and utter deceitful words. They make promises and break them.
What Nigerians need now is a good and God-fearing leader who will raise the standard of living of the people, transform the society, and enact people-oriented policies that would give all Nigerians a sense of oneness.
Some of the challenges of national integration and development in Nigeria include economic crisis and poverty, unequal development, crisis of governance and poor political leadership.
Nigeria has a very big potential to become one of the most powerful countries in the world, and for it to occupy such position, it must transform its system, integrate the people, grow the economy and fight poverty and hunger. Nigerians and the leaders should also allow God to direct their style of governance.
Nigerian leaders need to be full of prayers. The President also needs divine assistance and grace to tackle the raging socio-economic and political problems facing the nation.
Specifically, he needs to urgently tackle energy problem, revive industries, encourage entrepreneurs, create employment for the youth, tackle insecurity, and improve infrastructural facilities.
Sincerely, Nigerians must create the atmosphere of trust, transparency, honesty and accountability. Otherwise, the country will remain where it is. We have to harness the God's given abundant gifts of nature around us to make the country great.
Oladipupo Funmilade-Joel, babasekunderin@yahoo.com, 08033733xxx
