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Olagoke Urges Nigerians To Scrutinise Nigerian Leaders Before Voting For Them
The Founder of Safaudeen Islamic Organisation Worldwide, Alhaji Sabit Ariyo Olagoke, has urged Nigerians to critically examine the background and character of those they elect into leadership positions.
Olagoke observed that many Nigerians vote for candidates they know little about, only for such leaders to reveal questionable character after assuming office.
Speaking on the topic “Integrity and Leadership: Lessons from the Prophets,” during the annual ramadan lecture of Jagaban TV in Ibadan, he described Nigeria’s leadership selection process as fundamentally flawed, contributing significantly to the nation’s socio-political challenges.
“Our process of selecting leaders is fundamentally flawed.
“Until we revisit and reform this process, we may never be able to produce leaders capable of effectively managing and sustaining democracy in Nigeria,” he said.
While welcoming the guests to the occasion, the Founder of Jagaban Communications, Mr. Samuel Adenitan, cautioned President Bola Tinubu against excessive reliance on foreign alliances in addressing Nigeria’s security challenges, stressing that national sovereignty must remain paramount.
Adenitan acknowledged that international partnerships could be useful in combating insecurity but warned that global powers often prioritise their own national interests.
According to him, Nigeria must engage foreign nations strategically and cautiously, especially in areas of security cooperation and crime prevention, to avoid compromising its independence.
“Nigeria must engage global powers strategically and carefully, particularly in areas of security cooperation and crime prevention.
?”Global powers naturally pursue their national interests. Therefore, our engagements must always be guided by national interest, strategic diplomacy, and long-term sustainability, he said.
Adenitan also called on the President of the United States, Donald Trump to exercise restraint in interfering in the internal affairs of other countries in the pursuit of global influence and dominance.
He further urged President Tinubu to embrace inclusive leadership by listening to criticism, noting that dissent should not be interpreted as hostility.
“Criticism is not an attack; it is a mechanism of accountability.
“Constructive criticism, even from within one’s own political party, is healthy for governance.
“It acts as a system of checks and balances. A government that listens grows stronger, and a leader who listens becomes wiser,” he said.
The broadcaster also advocated the integration of digital voting transmission and modern technology into Nigeria’s electoral process to enhance transparency, reduce manipulation, and minimise human interference.
—-Kunle Bakare.
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