Nigeria is blessed with an abundance of human and material resources. There have been struggles such as corruption, institutional incompetence, and other problems, but that does not take away the beauty of spending time in Nigeria. From the Plateau of Jos to the hills of Akamkpa, the waterfalls at Agbokim, and the parks like Yankari National Park and Cross River National Park, Nigeria is blessed.
Agbokim Waterfalls
Akamkpa hills
Jos Plateau
The nightlife in cities such as Lagos, Port Harcourt, and Abuja is vibrant and bustling, offering a mix of entertainment and relaxation. Nigeria’s local cuisine is among the best in the world, from Jollof rice and suya to pepper soup and pounded yam. These delicacies speak to the rich cultural heritage and diversity of the nation.
Pounded Yam
More than what divides us, there is so much that joins us together. We are better off together than separated. Nigeria holds one of the most intelligent and educated country of black people in the world.
Nigerians are the greatest assets the country has. It will be bad for us to badmouth and blur the image of the country. Many investors rely on what we say about our country to assess investing here. A South African lady who spent two weeks in Lagos shared her experience, saying:
“I visited your country and was never in any danger. I enjoyed myself throughout my stay, even though my Nigerian friends abroad had warned me not to go there, saying I would be kidnapped by bandits, robbed, and scammed. Please stop bad-mouthing your beautiful country to the world.”
We are not asking for sycophancy, but respect, admiration, and patriotism. Yes, we can highlight the challenges, but we must also market the successes of the country. Agitations, terrorism, and crime will do us no good in the final analysis. Let’s live and let live. Ubuntu.
Happy Holidays and a Happy New Year in advance!
Ubong Usoro
