THEODORE JR

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[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

Roadmap to a New Nigeria That Is Possible – Part II

Education and Healthcare: The Foundation of a Renewed Nigeria

Recall that on July 1st, in Part 1 of "My Vision for a Productive and Prosperous Nigeria," I outlined the broad framework of my proposed roadmap for national renewal. In it, I emphasised that the transformation of Nigeria must begin with rebuilding our human capital through quality education and healthcare, supported by reforms in Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET), character and civic education, and strategic investments that will move our nation from a consumption-driven economy to a production-driven one. I promised to follow up with other parts in the coming weeks and months.

Today, July 16th, in the middle of July, I wish to expand on these two critical pillars - education and healthcare - because they are the bedrock upon which every prosperous nation is built. They are the cornerstones of the foundation that will ensure that a son of nobody can become somebody and remove many from the ranks of the disaffected who often become tools in the insecurity challenges confronting us.

Evidence from around the world shows that quality education and accessible healthcare are among the clearest distinctions between thriving nations and lagging ones. Princeton University Nobel Prize-winning economist Angus Deaton highlights this reality in his book, “The Great Escape: Health, Wealth, and the Origins of Inequality.”

Nothing, therefore, could be further from the truth than the claim by some young people that “education is a scam.” Education, when combined with good health, provides the ladder for individual upward mobility and drives economic growth for the nation.

We must become more intentional about aligning education with our national priorities, as Singapore did, and challenge our country to value education in the same way Deng Xiaoping repeatedly urged China to do from 1978 onwards, with the remarkable transformation we see today.

We will work through commissions that strengthen collaboration among the tiers of government, ensuring that primary education is domiciled at the community and local government levels, with strong parental involvement and curricula that are sensitive to local economic factor endowments and the value chains derived from them.

State governments will be supported to expand high-quality Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET), as well as general secondary education, through targeted grants and incentives.

We are also developing schemes that will enable universities to focus more deliberately on specialised areas of teaching and research, making them globally competitive while producing a workforce equipped for the demands of the future.

A NEW Nigeria is POssible. -PO

[ARISE NEWS @ARISEtv]

The family of the late Mary Habila has filed an affidavit opposing an autopsy and requesting the withdrawal of further police investigation. https://t.co/K3jZrOBYb8

[oseni rufai @ruffydfire]

ApC announced subsidy gone in 2023 but Nnpc books show they paid 7.8 trillion for subsidy for one more year until 2024

U can see the lies

[Arinze Odira @CaptainArinze]

I didn't know when I started laughing. I was already feeling sober before the punchline came.

[oseni rufai @ruffydfire]

Bandits Invade Kogi School, Abduct Principal, NECO Supervisor, Students

[THEODORE JR @tjozoani]

@Rapuruchi4 To be billionaire wife sweet ooo

Chaiii…

❤️❤️❤️

[THEODORE JR @tjozoani]

@spiRiituaL @trigottista @moemudi01 Absolutely 💯

[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

Nigeria in Focus at the ECFR Berlin Roundtable.

Yesterday, at the invitation of the European Council on Foreign Relations (ECFR), I had the honour of participating in a high-level roundtable discussion titled “Nigeria in 2027 and Beyond,” held at the ECFR office in Berlin, Germany.
The dialogue brought together policymakers, diplomats, development experts, business leaders, representatives of international organisations, and members of the international media to discuss Nigeria’s future and its role in an increasingly interconnected global landscape.

Our discussions centred on Nigeria’s democratic journey beyond 2027, international affairs, development cooperation, and the need to strengthen bilateral partnerships that can accelerate economic growth and improve the lives of our people. A key focus of the engagement was how Nigeria can deepen collaboration with international partners to support Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs), recognising that they remain the backbone of every productive economy and are indispensable to job creation, innovation, wealth creation, and sustainable national development.

We also exchanged views on strengthening democratic institutions, expanding trade and investment opportunities, promoting regional stability, improving governance, and creating an enabling environment that inspires confidence among citizens, investors, and Nigeria’s international partners.

I was encouraged by the thoughtful contributions and genuine interest demonstrated by participants in Nigeria’s future. The presence of senior representatives from the German Federal Government, development agencies, business associations, policy institutes, foundations, international organisations, and respected global media organisations underscores the strategic importance of Nigeria and the shared desire to see our nation realise its enormous potential.

During the discussions, I reiterated my unwavering belief that Nigeria possesses all the human and natural resources required to become a prosperous, secure, and globally competitive nation. What is required is competent, accountable, and compassionate leadership that prioritises investment in people, education, healthcare, productive enterprise, the rule of law, and strong institutions over politics of consumption.

Nigeria’s future is bright, but only if we make the deliberate choices that will move our country from consumption to production, from poverty to prosperity, and from division to unity. By embracing good governance, fiscal responsibility, and productive partnerships with the international community, we can build an economy that works for all Nigerians and restores our nation’s standing among the comity of nations.

I sincerely thank the European Council on Foreign Relations for the invitation and all participants for a frank, engaging, and constructive exchange of ideas. Conversations such as these remain vital in fostering mutual understanding, strengthening international cooperation, and building enduring partnerships for the benefit of Nigeria, Africa, and the global community.

A New Nigeria Is POssible. - PO

[Maazi Ezeoke (Onyenjenje) @MaaziEzeoke]

Yesterday, at exactly 5:45 a.m., His Excellency Mr. @PeterObi woke me with a simple reminder: “Maazi, it’s time for my routine walk.”

We spent over an hour and thirty minutes walking together in the city of Berlin, Germany while he had meeting schedule later in the day.

What struck me was not just the walk itself, but the discipline and resilience behind it.

His Excellency had only just travelled from the United States to the United Kingdom, where I met him at the airport. From there, we continued on to Germany yesterday. Despite the demanding transatlantic journey, a packed travel schedule, and a very late night, he was awake before me this morning, committed to his daily routine without excuses.

After completing the walk, he prepared for another full day, including a meeting with the European Council on Foreign Relations (ECFR) on matters of international and foreign policy.

Leadership is often revealed in the quiet habits that people never see: discipline, consistency, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to purpose. These are the qualities I witnessed firsthand today.

For me, this is the work ethic of a man who genuinely believes Nigeria can be transformed and who is prepared to make the personal sacrifices required to achieve that vision. It is this steadfast dedication that continues to inspire hope that a new Nigeria is not merely an aspiration, but a future within our lifetime.

[👑S.A.L.A.K.O🕊 @UnkleAyo]

So a young lady died at the residence of Nigeria's Minister of Works, David Umahi - the police hasn't even launched a proper investigation.

Scenarios like this remind me of Ekweremadu, Nigeria's former Deputy Senate President who wanted to illegally harvest a child's organs.

He's rotting away in a UK jail because he didn't commit the crime in Nigeria.

"Nigeria is a giant crime scene" is an unbelievable understatement.

[Instablog9ja @instablog9ja]

“I became a millionaire at 23, now I have built 2 billion-dollar companies. Mark Zuckerberg was the first person to invest in one of my businesses.” — Nigerian Billionaire Iyinoluwa Aboyeji

[Ikemba Enugu 🦁🐾 @_ikemba]

Dr. Yunusa Tanko, Director General, Obidients worldwide doing what he knows how to do best, mobilization of Obidients in core North.

Nigeria Will Be OK ✌🏾

[THEODORE JR @tjozoani]

@NDCVANGUARDHQ Now ADC is acting like it truly wants to win the next election…

👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿

[Peoples Gazette @GazetteNGR]

EXCLUSIVE: Aso Rock memo shows how Gbajabiamila used fake law to corner N54 billion oil revenue from NUPRC https://t.co/l5NWKWCFsM

[THEODORE JR @tjozoani]

@Morris_Monye Watch the full video boss. This gentle looking man na werey. He fathered 5 kids from different women (after his marriage). He even brought another woman to their newly rented house before his wife and new born moved in. They’re both “anyhow” people.

[THEODORE JR @tjozoani]

@Senior_Sley Classical display of the Structure of criminality 😢😢😢

[NEFERTITI @firstladyship]

Senator Garba Musa Maidoki echoed what most Nigerians have been saying. Nigerians were not consulted on the State Police Bill. There was no public hearing. The timing is highly suspicious. This is a huge indictment on the Godswill Akpabio-led National Assembly.

[Somto Okonkwo @General_Somto]

“I Am Not Afraid Of Suspension. I Can Live Without The Senate.” ~ Senator Kawu Sumaila After The Senate Rejected His Motion To Probe Irregularities And Fake Agency Budget Linked To The Office Of The Chief Of Staff To The President, Femi Gbajabiamila. 👀

[Rinu Oduala 🔥🔫 @SavvyRinu]

Seyi Tinubu flaunts in the club every weekend with luxury cars.
Habibat Tinubu lives a glamorous lifestyle in the U.S. She bought an apartment in NYC for over 2 million dollars when she was just 22.
Zainab Tinubu has no work we know of, yet she also bought an apartment in New York when she was just 25.

Your entire family siphons off Nigeria’s wealth. The only time you are seen helping the poor is when you want to use them for political gain.

We must remove this family from Aso Rock whether they like it or not.

[oseni rufai @ruffydfire]

The president’s wife says musicians should buy less Ferrari and co and spend more for charity

Can govt officials also reduce their convoy