Socio-Economic Realities Of Today Indication Of Frustrations Of Nigerians 64 Years After Independence — Otti

The governor of Abia State, Dr. Alex Otti has congratulated Nigerians at the occasion of the country’s 64th Independence Anniversary.

The governor said the last 64 years of Nigeria’s Independence avails us the opportunity to appreciate that Nigeria a land of resilient and generous souls who epitomize the highest standards of human spirit and ideals.

In his address to the people of Abia on Tuesday, the governor however expressed dissatisfaction that the expectations of Nigerians have not been met 64 years after the Independence of the country.

He said the current economic reality is has brought about dismay in the faces of millions of our compatriots, which he says tells the story of failure to live up to that lofty expectation that heralded our Independence.

He said, “Whatever your motivation may be, it would be uncharitable to dismiss the disappointment of those who have been dealt a harsh blow by the present socio-economic realities which have subjected many to destitution and anxiety.

“Today presents us a unique opportunity to think less of ourselves and spare a thought for our brothers and sisters suffering the pains of displacement and heartache on account of insecurity, poverty, and accidents of human errors and poor judgment.”

He also called on Nigerians to engage in soul searching on what could be done to move the nation forward.

“When we condone corruption and malfeasance in our various establishments, or place primordial sentiments of tribe and religion above objectivity in our response to national issues, we simply water the ground for unending cycles of failure”, he added.

He expressed gratitude to Abians for their continuing faith and support for the Nigerian project.

“Like every other part of the country, we have also been challenged by the paradox of Nigeria and its many internal contradictions. We have refused to give in to despair because we understand the futility of abandoning the homestead when flames of fire go up in the sky.

“As historical and recent events have amply demonstrated, we are a community of phoenixes who build the masterpieces of the future from the ashes of yesterday’s ruins”, he said.