Nigeria At 64: Former VON DG Osita Encourages Citizens To Reflect On Their Blessings

Nigeria At 64: Former VON DG Osita Encourages Citizens To Reflect On Their Blessings

Former Director-General of the Voice of Nigeria (VON), Mr. Osita Okechukwu, has encouraged Nigerians to reflect on their blessings as the country approaches its 64th Independence Anniversary on October 1……CONTINUE READING 

In an interview with NAN in Enugu on Sunday, Okechukwu, a founding member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), emphasized the importance of sober reflection during this occasion, despite the current socioeconomic challenges facing the nation.

He stated that, despite these difficulties, there remains much for Nigerians to celebrate. “I was five years old at Independence in 1960, and it’s important for us to look inward and appreciate our blessings,” he remarked. “These blessings include a united country, a growing population with a youthful demographic advantage, an increase in the number of universities and other educational institutions, as well as improvements in healthcare facilities, roads, and railways.”

“I sincerely thank Almighty God,” he added.

Okechukwu believes Nigeria is on the brink of a new era where policies that prioritize public interest and common good will take precedence over ineffective, selfish policies. He described Nigerians as responsible citizens, expressing optimism that improvements are on the horizon.

“With all due respect to our leaders, past administrations had good intentions but often lacked the political will to make the necessary sacrifices for progress,” he said. “Without such sacrifices, how can our leadership effectively utilize our abundant human and material resources to lift millions out of poverty and drive Nigeria’s rapid revitalization?” he asked rhetorically.

The Federal Government has declared Tuesday, October 1, a public holiday to commemorate the nation’s 64th Independence Day anniversary.