Apc Candidate: Advice to mister President Don't select successors Because they kneel for you
I don’t need to speak at length, as they say actions speak louder than words. However, I would like to remind you of the national convention of the APC that led to your election. At that convention, I had the privilege of speaking about a young blind girl named Helen Keller, the first student to graduate from Radcliffe University in California with a first-class degree. When the press interviewed her after her convocation speech, rather than asking how she achieved this accomplishment, they provocatively asked, “What do you think could be worse than being blind?” Without hesitation, she replied, “To have sight and no vision.”
In you, Mr. President, we have a leader who possesses both sight and vision. I advise our governors, particularly those serving their second terms, not to grant power to anyone who isn’t actively seeking it or isn’t prepared for the responsibilities that come with it. Don’t assume someone is fit for leadership simply because they are subservient or overly deferential; doing so risks placing power in the hands of someone who is unprepared for governance, potentially leading to disappointment.
I commend our progressive governors for their efforts, guided by a president who embodies both sight and vision. Recently, I attended the closing ceremony for the National Sports Festival in your state, and I want to acknowledge the governor for his commendable representation of our nation.
Governor, may God continue to bless you as you develop your state. I witnessed the progress being made in Agara Abara, where new industrial capacities are being created. The governor has developed over 10,000 hectares for cotton cultivation, providing jobs for 250,000 people. With the new international airport I saw, he will soon begin exporting cotton worldwide. Moreover, nearly all the industries in Nigeria are establishing operations there, attracting over $5 billion in foreign direct investment. This state is now almost rivaling Lagos, which started with 600 million and is currently generating about 60 billion a month. I just want Governor Solu to be aware of this, as you need to act quickly on the opportunities available.
Mr. President, the National Assembly is very proud of your administration as a whole. A few months ago, we were here when Hi-Tech began construction, and I knew they would deliver because I had discussions with my colleagues Gilbert and Roland. I questioned why they were attempting to challenge the ocean, and they assured me it was with your encouragement. I was skeptical, but today, Atlantic City has successfully protected both Ikoyi and Victoria Island. Many people who were moving away from other areas in Abuja can now feel secure because of Atlantic City. I even met the U.S. ambassador, who noted that they are building the largest embassy in Africa at Atlantic City.
Once again, congratulations to you and the Hi-Tech team for the transformation you are bringing to Nigeria. Honorable Minister of Works, you excelled as a governor, and you’re proving that it wasn’t a fluke—it’s part of your DNA.
As we embark on this journey, let me remind you that the journey of a thousand miles for Nigerians begins with a single step, and today we are taking that step. We are commissioning the first 30 kilometers of the 750 km Lagos corridor. Some may wonder why we are starting with only 30 kilometers, but we want to emphasize that this project is a reality, divided into about six sections, each currently underway. As you mentioned, nearly 90 kilometers have already been completed in just one year.
I have no doubt that soon I will be able to drive from Akwa Ibom to Lagos, singing songs and celebrating Nigeria's improvements. Things are getting better for our country, and we are on the right path with progressive governance. Indeed, things are getting better!
