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Former INEC Chairman Jega Urges Nigerians to Stay, Advocates for Renewed Hope in the Country
The former Chairman of Independent National Electoral Commission, has addressed the increasing emigration of the Nigerian youth.
During the launch of the Unveiling and Rebranding Nigeria Initiative in Abuja on Saturday, Jega highlighted that the country’s challenges, including its global reputation as the “poverty capital of the world” and the “Japa” phenomenon—an exodus of young talent—indicate a troubling loss of faith among citizens.
“This pattern reflects a dangerous loss of hope, one that patriotic Nigerians must address by rebuilding confidence in our nation’s future,” he stated. Jega recalled Nigeria’s post-independence period, a time when the country stood as a source of inspiration across Africa and for Black communities globally, attributing much of that success to the selfless leadership of the First Republic.
Jega urged Nigerians to reject the view of Nigeria as a failed state, stressing, “We must challenge this narrative by reforming our systems, fostering unity, and building a nation that serves all its citizens.”
It has been reported that a Nigerian won the 2026 Spelling Bee World Championship, which was held in Shanghai, China. The winner, Chinedu Great Okdediachi, has now returned home to Delta State after his victory.
It can be noted that the student had already emerged as one of the Gold Award winners in the Middle School Group category.
“Congratulations once again, Chinedu! Your success continues to inspire young Nigerians to pursue excellence through education. Welcome home, Champion!”
The young star has made Nigeria proud by winning the international competition.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has stated that his administration’s economic reforms have helped stabilise Nigeria’s economy and placed the country on a path toward steady growth.
He said “My reforms have stabilised Nigeria’s economy and put it on a path of steady growth.”
The President added that the reforms are creating more opportunities for development across the country.
However, many Nigerians reacted online, with some questioning the impact of the reforms and saying they have yet to experience the positive effects.
Nigerian politician and FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, has said that he is aware many civil servants do not like him.
He shared that he understands why he is unpopular among some civil servants, explaining that funds previously spent on unnecessary conferences are now being redirected to road construction projects.
He said “Some people say conferences for corruption and I say what is that? You are going for conferences to do what? These are ways government funds are being diverted. I say put this money in this road here and the people will get the impact.”
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