REBUILDING TRUST AND CONFIDENCE IN NIGERIA’S GOVERNANCE SYSTEM: A CALL TO ACTION - BY WILSON BABANGIDA

 



The refusal of Nigerian citizens to return home from Lebanon, even in the midst of war, is a powerful and troubling indication of the growing distrust and loss of confidence in the Nigerian system. This situation highlights the deep-rooted challenges that have plagued the country: political policy instability, corruption, economic hardship, insecurity, inflation, and overall mismanagement. These issues have undermined the democratic promise Nigeria once held. As the nation continues to grapple with these systemic challenges, it is no surprise that many experts and skilled professionals are leaving the country every day, seeking better opportunities abroad—even in places where uncertainty looms.

This steady outflow of human capital underscores the gravity of the situation at home, where citizens have seemingly lost hope in any prospect of positive change. The frustration is not only palpable but also dangerous: Nigeria, a nation with immense potential, is watching its best minds leave, taking with them the skills and resources essential for nation-building. In this climate of despair, the government must confront the harsh reality that public trust is rapidly eroding, and no amount of political rhetoric or economic policy can succeed without addressing this fundamental issue.

The unwillingness of Nigerians to return home from Lebanon, despite the risks to their safety, reflects a much deeper crisis—a crisis of confidence in the state. For many, the promise of safety, economic stability, and basic human dignity is absent in the country they once called home. This is not just a domestic concern; it is also a significant blow to Nigeria’s standing in international relations, raising questions about the country's ability to provide for and protect its own people.

In light of this, I call on the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, to take urgent and decisive action to address this growing disconnect between the government and the Nigerian people. Restoring public trust should be a top priority of the administration. Concrete measures must be implemented to tackle rule of law, corruption, improve governance, and revive the nation’s economy. Without legitimacy and the confidence of the citizens, no meaningful development can take root in Nigeria.

The government must show a clear commitment to transparency, accountability, and reform. Restoring hope in Nigeria’s system is not just about improving the economy or enforcing laws; it is about rebuilding the broken trust between the state and its people. This trust is the foundation of any functioning democracy, and without it, Nigeria risks continuing on a path of further disillusionment and decline.

Now, more than ever, the government must act to restore the dignity, trust, and hope of its citizens. Only then can Nigeria begin to rebuild its image at home and abroad, ensuring a future where its people no longer feel forced to seek refuge in foreign lands. The time for action is now.

Written by Wilson Babngida Agboti
                   Defence/Development Consultant 


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