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Peter Obi

@PeterObi

about 5 hours ago

The Role of the Diaspora African in Sustainable Development On Friday, July 10, 2026, I had the honour of delivering the keynote address at Mandela Hall, African Union Permanent Observer Mission to the United Nations in New York, on _The Role of the Diaspora African in Sustainable Development across Africa. Africa is a continent of immense riches. Indeed, it is the richest continent in the world, not only because of its vast mineral resources but also because of its greatest asset, its people. It is the second largest continent by landmass, after Asia, covering more than 30 million square kilometres. It is also the second most populous continent, with over 1.5 billion people. Significantly, more than one billion of these are young people in their productive years, making Africa home to the largest youthful workforce in the world. When this demographic advantage is combined with nearly one billion hectares of arable land, about 60% of which remains uncultivated, it becomes clear that Africa possesses everything required not only to feed itself but also to become the food capital of the world. Regrettably, despite this enormous potential, Africa remains home to the largest concentration of the world’s poorest people. Of the approximately 800 million people living in extreme poverty globally, nearly 60% are in Africa. That is about 480 million people, with Nigeria and the Democratic Republic of the Congo among the countries most affected. In other words, nearly one in every three Africans lives in extreme poverty. Likewise, in multidimensional poverty, Africa continues to bear the greatest burden. The question, therefore, is simple. With all these advantages, why has Africa not been able to lift its people out of poverty? It means there is a missing link. That missing link is Competent Leadership with Capacity, Compassion, Character, and Commitment to good governance. What Africa needs is leadership that will rise to the challenge and drive the continent in the right direction. This means competent leadership with character, capacity, compassion and commitment to begin turning the continent around. When we get leadership right, everything else begins to change. We start realising our true potential. So, what is the role of the Diaspora African in this journey? You have an enormous role to play. Because you live in societies where institutions largely work, where democracy is strengthened by accountability and where systems function more effectively, you have both an opportunity and a responsibility to help build Africa. It is time to become stronger advocates for good governance. Even where you cannot vote, your voices matter. They should be heard both at home and abroad whenever things are going wrong on our continent. Stand firmly for what is right. Speak truth to the leaders who visit you. Let them know where they are getting it wrong. That is what some of us have continued to do. The contribution of the African diaspora extends far beyond advocacy. History teaches us that many of the world’s great economic transformations were driven, in part, by their diaspora communities. Japan offers one example. Following the Meiji Restoration of 1868, the country embraced modernisation and benefited immensely from Japanese scholars, professionals and citizens who studied and worked abroad, especially in Germany, before returning home to drive the technological transformation for which Japan is admired today. China presents another remarkable example. It was under Deng Xiaoping’s reforms, beginning in 1978, that China embraced education, innovation and global engagement. These reforms created opportunities for the Chinese diaspora to contribute significantly to the country’s extraordinary economic transformation. In 1980, China had more people living in poverty than Africa. Today, China has reduced extreme poverty dramatically, while Africa continues to struggle with the challenge.

PeterObi's tweet photo. The Role of the Diaspora African in Sustainable Development

On Friday, July 10, 2026, I had the honour of delivering the keynote address at Mandela Hall, African Union Permanent Observer Mission to the United Nations in New York, on _The Role of the Diaspora African in Sustainable Development across Africa.

Africa is a continent of immense riches. Indeed, it is the richest continent in the world, not only because of its vast mineral resources but also because of its greatest asset, its people. It is the second largest continent by landmass, after Asia, covering more than 30 million square kilometres. It is also the second most populous continent, with over 1.5 billion people. Significantly, more than one billion of these are young people in their productive years, making Africa home to the largest youthful workforce in the world.

When this demographic advantage is combined with nearly one billion hectares of arable land, about 60% of which remains uncultivated, it becomes clear that Africa possesses everything required not only to feed itself but also to become the food capital of the world.

Regrettably, despite this enormous potential, Africa remains home to the largest concentration of the world’s poorest people. Of the approximately 800 million people living in extreme poverty globally, nearly 60% are in Africa. That is about 480 million people, with Nigeria and the Democratic Republic of the Congo among the countries most affected. In other words, nearly one in every three Africans lives in extreme poverty. Likewise, in multidimensional poverty, Africa continues to bear the greatest burden.

The question, therefore, is simple. With all these advantages, why has Africa not been able to lift its people out of poverty?

It means there is a missing link. That missing link is Competent Leadership with Capacity, Compassion, Character, and Commitment to good governance.

What Africa needs is leadership that will rise to the challenge and drive the continent in the right direction. This means competent leadership with character, capacity, compassion and commitment to begin turning the continent around. When we get leadership right, everything else begins to change. We start realising our true potential.

So, what is the role of the Diaspora African in this journey?
You have an enormous role to play.

Because you live in societies where institutions largely work, where democracy is strengthened by accountability and where systems function more effectively, you have both an opportunity and a responsibility to help build Africa. It is time to become stronger advocates for good governance. Even where you cannot vote, your voices matter. They should be heard both at home and abroad whenever things are going wrong on our continent. Stand firmly for what is right. Speak truth to the leaders who visit you. Let them know where they are getting it wrong. That is what some of us have continued to do.

The contribution of the African diaspora extends far beyond advocacy. History teaches us that many of the world’s great economic transformations were driven, in part, by their diaspora communities.

Japan offers one example. Following the Meiji Restoration of 1868, the country embraced modernisation and benefited immensely from Japanese scholars, professionals and citizens who studied and worked abroad, especially in Germany, before returning home to drive the technological transformation for which Japan is admired today.

China presents another remarkable example. It was under Deng Xiaoping’s reforms, beginning in 1978, that China embraced education, innovation and global engagement. These reforms created opportunities for the Chinese diaspora to contribute significantly to the country’s extraordinary economic transformation. In 1980, China had more people living in poverty than Africa. Today, China has reduced extreme poverty dramatically, while Africa continues to struggle with the challenge.

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@pbtips_ What of fernandez

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about 19 hours ago

Today's Sterling Bank Online National Mathematics Quiz results are out! Here are the top 20 performers from the elimination stage. They will be invited to participate in a live quiz tomorrow, where they will compete for the grand prizes. The winners will be determined tomorrow. Prizes: 🥇 1st Position: ₦500,000 🥈 2nd Position: ₦300,000 🥉 3rd Position: ₦200,000

winexviv's tweet photo. Today's Sterling Bank Online National Mathematics Quiz results are out!

Here are the top 20 performers from the elimination stage.

They will be invited to participate in a live quiz tomorrow, where they will compete for the grand prizes.

The winners will be determined tomorrow.

Prizes:
🥇 1st Position: ₦500,000
🥈 2nd Position: ₦300,000
🥉 3rd Position: ₦200,000

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I need your honest opinion on this. I think it's time we introduce the South East STEM Olympiad alongside the South East Maths Olympiad. One registration covers both competitions. Our children have significant gaps in science, and we need to fix that as soon as possible. I'm thinking we should split the prize money between Mathematics and Science. We can hold both competitions on the same day but at different times. I've been studying several world-class science curricula that are built on higher-order thinking and real-world application. We can develop our own curriculum specifically for the competition and share it with schools across the South East so they can prepare their students effectively. What do you think?

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Jeffrey Guterman

@JeffreyGuterman

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An Open Letter to @PeterObi. Please share. You are the best candidate for president, but you are destined to lose to Tinubu unless the voting system is reformed from violence and corruption to free and fair elections. An appropriate plan is needed. #Obi #NewNigeria

JeffreyGuterman's tweet photo. An Open Letter to @PeterObi. Please share.

You are the best candidate for president, but you are destined to lose to Tinubu unless the voting system is reformed from violence and corruption to free and fair elections. An appropriate plan is needed. #Obi #NewNigeria https://t.co/GtkDjNidxl

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@LIVING_GARDENmv @emmaikumeh Lmao this one is comparing Obi to his father

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BlessingJoe8474 retweeted

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At Sam Mbakwe airport Owerri, a billboard has been put up for our star boy, Egejurum Onyedikachi, to celebrate him as he arrived in Owerri today. He is 11 years old and the world’s best in the Primary category for Mathematics. He is so good that he finished the exam and fell asleep. What a star!

winexviv's tweet photo. At Sam Mbakwe airport Owerri, a billboard has been put up for our star boy, Egejurum Onyedikachi, to celebrate him as he arrived in Owerri today.

He is 11 years old and the world’s best in the Primary category for Mathematics.

He is so good that he finished the exam and fell asleep.

What a star!

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@gburugburuniUdi @KoshCAD @Don_Chris22 @TrendfusionNG @trigottista Most educated tribe😏

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Oby Ezekwesili

@obyezeks

2 days ago

Dear Alex @winexviv, Hearty congratulations to all outstanding Nigerian champions who recorded wins in Mathematics and Science as well as you and the entire Educare family at the 2026 Olympiad! This is exactly the kind of excellence Nigeria needs. The laurels achieved by our children are proofs that when we invest in our young minds, they rise to meet the world. You are building something that truly matters. Keep raising these champions; the nation is watching, and it is proud. With deep admiration, Oby🦾🥇🏆😃✍🏾✍🏾✍🏾

obyezeks's tweet photo. Dear Alex @winexviv,
Hearty congratulations to all outstanding Nigerian champions who recorded wins in Mathematics and Science as well as you and the entire Educare family at the 2026 Olympiad! This is exactly the kind of excellence Nigeria needs. The laurels achieved by our children are proofs that when we invest in our young minds, they rise to meet the world.
You are building something that truly matters. Keep raising these champions; the nation is watching, and it is proud.
With deep admiration,
Oby🦾🥇🏆😃✍🏾✍🏾✍🏾

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Inibehe Effiong

@InibeheEffiong

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I’ve been ‘consumed’ by work, that explains why I’ve not been active online lately. ❤️

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oseni rufai

@ruffydfire

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Met Senator Akpoti at the Arise security summit I also had a great time with the Minister of Defense! And other dignitaries

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@ZackXerfox99 @FabrizioRomano Which striker are you talking about

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@FabrizioRomano You just they farm with this news for some days now.

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