Ooni Of Ife Alake, Of Egbaland Visit Tinubu In Lagos.
I have spent two years on the throne, and as you're aware, your FIFA is now home for the Salah break. I am here to greet him during this time and to acknowledge all the great things he is doing for our country. Recently, I visited Kazakhstan, and I want to share my feedback on the positive developments he has initiated, which are opening up Nigeria to many nations that previously showed little interest in collaborating with us.
Thanks to his leadership, many developed nations are now looking to invest in Nigeria. Historically, there has been little incentive for foreign investors; businesses could bring dollars to Nigeria but faced difficulties withdrawing them due to the lack of a dual exchange system between the central bank and the parallel market. The world is watching us as a nation, and we cannot leave everything to the government. Traditional rulers, like myself, must lead by example and work collaboratively with the government to instill hope in our youth.
I would like to share a message of hope for Nigerian youth: numerous industries are now considering coming to Nigeria, recognizing it as the largest economy in Central Asia, situated between Russia and China. Kazakhstan boasts rich natural resources, including oil and gas, as well as vast agricultural land, providing opportunities for mechanized farming in Nigeria. I witnessed these possibilities firsthand during my I need to debrief you, Mr. President, as they are expecting you to visit Kazakhstan as well. This represents real and tangible hope; it is not merely what we read in the papers or hear in the news. We have a bold president committed to building a better Nigeria, and I take great pride in him as a leader from Yoruba land. He has made us proud thus far, and the hope is indeed real and revitalized.
While it is good to express optimism about this administration, we recognize that challenges persist. What improvements do I expect from this administration in the next two years? So far, the current administration has made strides in addressing our challenges, particularly in the area of security. We are pleased with the establishment of the Forest Guard and the steps being taken to enhance our police force. This initiative will help secure our forests in both the north and south.
Once security is effectively managed, we will create a solid foundation for investment to flow into Nigeria. Mr. President is actively working on this issue, and I have discussed it with him as well. We must continue to pray for him and all our leaders. It is time for all Nigerians to unite and view Nigeria as a cup half full rather than half empty.
