No structure placed on a poorly laid foundation dares to stand the test of time. When it comes to Nation building its important to note that any mistake made or misconception embraced right from inception will do nothing else but damage to the system.
Nigeria is an amalgamation of tribes quite right. But the problem is not the idea of forcing these tribes to share an entity, rather defining this difference that lies in their diversities.
Why is it important that Mr. A is Igbo and Mr. B Hausa? Why is it important that one has to come from a particular region to be entitled to some rights in another region? This is obtainable because the founding leaders of Nigeria embraced tribalism as a tool for their political campaigns. And so they made it a goal to improve the lot of their tribe before any other. This has done a grave damage to the Unity of the country than any one can imagine. Believe it or not.
The call for togetherness should not just be a 1st October practice. It should be a daily routine. Somewhere in the constitution tribalism should be defined as a crime punishable by the Law as it does nothing but delay the growth of even a nation. So henceforth let culprits be punished.
No tribe should be seen as superior. No tribe should enjoy certain privileges than the other. Rather let dignity in labor, and patriotism be rewarded outrightly.
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