The Digest:
Former Sokoto State Governor, Aminu Tambuwal, has issued a stark warning that Nigeria is "in peril" and urgently requires collective salvation through honest leadership and responsible governance. Speaking at his 60th birthday colloquium, he lamented that the nation's current state is a painful departure from the vision of its founding fathers.
Key Points:
- Former Governor Aminu Tambuwal declared Nigeria is "in peril" and needs collective salvation.
- He stressed recovery requires admitting something is "fundamentally wrong" with the country's governance.
- Tambuwal called for honest leadership, responsible governance, and national unity.
- Major political figures, including Senate President Akpabio and Bishop Kukah, attended the event.
- Former President Goodluck Jonathan acknowledged past disagreements but praised Tambuwal's leadership.
- Former VP Atiku Abubakar described Tambuwal as "a leader in the making."
- Former Edo Governor Adams Oshiomhole commended his ability to manage a fragmented House.
- The call highlights growing concern among political elites over Nigeria's trajectory.
Sources: Vanguard, Channels
