Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has called on Nigerian
leaders to make effective use of the country’s abundant resources for national
development.
Speaking at the 40th anniversary celebration of the
Methodist Archdiocese of Abuja on Sunday, Obasanjo stressed that Nigeria has
all it needs to prosper but must manage its blessings wisely.
Reflecting on the message delivered by the Methodist
Prelate, Dr. Oliver Aba, Obasanjo highlighted the importance of recognizing and
appreciating God’s provisions. He emphasized that, like other nations endowed
with natural resources, Nigeria is richly blessed with assets such as the
Rivers Niger and Benue, crude oil, and fertile soil.
“God has equipped Nigeria with everything necessary for
growth,” Obasanjo said. “Just as Egypt has the River Nile, we have our own rivers
and a wealth of natural resources. Nigeria was not created to struggle, and
it’s our responsibility to recognize and utilize these blessings. Many nations
lack the resources we take for granted.”
He urged leaders, religious figures, and citizens to pray
for Nigeria’s healing, acknowledging that the nation’s current challenges are
not due to a lack of resources but poor management. “We have misused the gifts
God has given us,” Obasanjo stated, “but if we humble ourselves and seek His
guidance, He will heal our land.”
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