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By Emmanuel Kwada
Former Anambra State governor and Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has lambasted President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, stating that creating mass poverty while expecting development is unrealistic. Obi made this statement during the 16th annual founder’s day ceremony and 20th anniversary celebration of the American University of Nigeria (AUN) in Yola.
Obi emphasized that Nigeria has retrogressed over the last decade due to poor, incompetent, and unsympathetic leadership. He drew parallels with countries like Indonesia and India, which have made significant progress despite having similar population and diversity challenges.
Indonesia’s GDP grew from $890 billion in 2014 to $1.445 billion in 2024, while India’s GDP increased from $2.39 trillion to $3.89 trillion during the same period. In contrast, Nigeria’s GDP dropped from $574 billion to $220 billion
According to Obi, Indonesia’s GDP grew from $890 billion in 2014 to $1.445 billion in 2024, while India’s GDP increased from $2.39 trillion to $3.89 trillion during the same period. In contrast, Nigeria’s GDP dropped from $574 billion to $220 billion, with per capita income declining from $3,200 to $1,000.
Obi stressed that a leader must be competent, compassionate, and able to articulate clear goals to achieve meaningful development.
The Tinubu administration for creating poverty that is separating families and fueling the “Japa syndrome
He also criticized the Tinubu administration for creating poverty that is separating families and fueling the “Japa syndrome,” where people are leaving the country in search of better opportunities.
At the same event, founder of AUN, Atiku Abubakar, expressed pride in the university’s achievements over the past 20 years.
He encouraged the Board of Trustees to explore innovative ways to generate funds for the university’s survival. President of the university, DeWayne Frazier, noted that AUN has produced excellent graduates who are making a positive impact globally.
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