Linda Ikeji Blogs

Still in the environment of the 52nd independence anniversary, while on my method from Lagos to Kwara state, while reading a book and listening to songs and MP3 messages from my phone with the earphone glued to my ears, I spared some minute thinking about my cherished country, Nigerian and her trip so far. For a country that is blessed with remarkable resources in human, product and natural resources but things are not in proper shape in the middle of the 'abundance'.

It is the conviction of numerous that Nigeria has trouble(s) or better still Nigeria is not running at the level she ought to as an independent nation. A 52 year old for that issue!

I select not to belong to such institution of thought that Nigeria has trouble(s). I belong to a various institution of thought which thinks that Nigeria does not have issues. Nigerians have problems and have effectively infected the innocent Nigeria with their troubles. And as a result of this, Nigeria has actually become a victim of Nigerians issues.

It is a sorry state to be in such a situation triggered by the inhabitants of such a blessed land- blessed with all kinds of resources in abundance. However due to the short-sightedness of the individuals the abundance resources have become limited and this confirms the saying that, exactly what a guy sees determines (to a big extent) how he relates and acts to live.

I will discuss about 5 to 6 of the so called issues connected to Nigeria by her inhabitants or locals.

1. Corruption: You'll concur with me that the top trouble on the lips of the majority of individuals if asked what the significant trouble of 'Nigeria' is, corruption would be the response of well over 80 %. It is a horrible situation/experience- where things are not done in the normal way, the absence of stability in handling people and circumstances, not being straight in taking care of individuals. It's tough where to obtain something done you would have to 'tip' the person who is in position in order to get such thing done. Exactly what a pity state. And as an outcome, Nigeria is considereded one of the most corrupt country in the world, no thanks to Nigerians.

2. Lack of Maintenance Culture: I was left disappointed when I saw the photos (slides) of the present state of the National Stadium (Abuja)... I learned the stadium was constructed with about N50 billion practically 9years ago precisely in 2003 for the 2003 all Africa games hosted by Nigeria ... and to put it back in a 'appropriate shape' for football matches it'll cost about N100 million ... when are we going to stop squandering cash and resources ... It's an unfortunate tale. If the stadium had been effectively maintained, there wouldn't have actually been have to squander tax-payers' cash to put it back in excellent condition. This is simply one among lots of facilities that have actually fallen sufferer of the Nigerian absence of upkeep attitude which is doing us more harm than good.

Nigeria has actually suffered a lot in the hands of selfish individuals who proclaim themselves as leaders. Leaders who have done nothing however enhance their wallet at the expenditure of those they claim to be standing for (serving). Individuals and leaders who are concerned about no one will never ever observe to the requirements of the masses.

4. Hypocrisy: My dictionary defines hypocrisy as, insincerity by virtue of making believe to have qualities or beliefs that you do not really have. This is an additional weird characteristic of Nigerians especially those who declare to be spiritual leaders, it's a pity most of them have actually offered their conscience for a piece of meat. Those who are implied to talk senses into the "heads" of this bunch of selfish Nigerians who have actually turned themselves to 'god' forgetting the fact that "absolutely nothing lasts permanently". Isn't really a man of stability expected to act and speak exactly what he says?

5. Bad Leadership: In the words of Dr Myles Munroe, 'everything fluctuates on leadership', Nigeria is one of the most blessed countries on world earth when it comes to human resources. It is a pity that she's suffered from one succession of bad administration to another since 1960 (when she became an independent state). In spite of the abundance of personnels, Nigeria has suffered greatly in the hands of people who understand little or absolutely nothing about leadership- individuals who think management is all about oppressing the leaders and masses having their way. On the contrary, the very best way to lead is to serve; a leader is anticipated to represent the general public and not his personal interest.

I recommend that any candidate vying for any political office or designated to occupy any office ought to undergo an obligatory college of leadership-where such person will be instructed what leadership is just about. As opposed to showing up and abusing power and position, not having any concept of what he/she is expected to do as a leader.

Let us change our disposition to our country and method national issues with zeal and patriotism simply like our heroes past. And I should stress at this point that, all Nigerians have a part to play in this battle and the recovering the lost pride and dignity of our cherished nation, Nigeria. Wanna know more about Naija Pals then Click Here. God Bless Nigeria!