The Forum of Former Deputy Governors of Nigeria, FFDGN, has blamed Nigeria’s leadership deficit for the nation’s food crisis and stunted growth. National Chairman of the forum, Dr. Chris Akomas, said this in his opening remarks at the forum’s 3rd national conference, with the theme, “Strategic Solutions for Good Governance, Food Security, and Sustainable Growth in Nigeria,” in Abuja, yesterday.👉 For More READ FULL CONTENT FROM THE SOURCE ↔️
He spoke just as former governor of Akwa Ibom State, Obong Victor Attah, blamed years of military rule for Nigeria’s leadership woes.
Akomas, who was deputy governor of Abia State, said: “Nigeria is undoubtedly endowed with vast natural resources, a large population, awesome human resources and a rich cultural heritage.
“However, despite these advantages, we grapple with significant issues of governance challenges, food insecurity, and the difficulty of addressing sustainable growth.
“As leaders and citizens committed to our nation’s progress, we must chart a course that leads to effective and efficient governance, ensure food security, invest to drastically reduce poverty and hunger, eliminate insecurity, and ensure sustainable economic development.
“We are witnessing a transformative moment in Nigeria’s governance landscape; we are in the forefront and the FFDGN remains active participants in contributing the wealth of experience and insight available within our fold to drive positive change in Nation.”
Similarly, Director-General of the forum, Kenneth Ibe-Kalu, said: “The forum identified some gap needs and we are in a hurry to fill them in order to pass a banner without stain to our next generation.
He said: “The FFDGN, with its arrays of experienced, noble leaders will leave no stone unturned to see Nigeria develop in all leaps and bounds.
“This underscores our quest and zeal to attract FDI and as well as provide platforms that will facilitate the placement of made in Nigerian goods in each store in Europe.”👉 For More READ FULL CONTENT FROM THE SOURCE ↔️
