A former bank executive named Chikatara Mbonu blamed Nigeria's economic problems on inconsistent policies. He spoke at an engineering lecture series in Ibadan. The event also launched a book by Rev. Engr. Ette Ikpong Etteh. Mbonu argued that stability requires respecting continuity in national plans. He compared it to engineers following precise calculations.
He cited nations like Singapore and Rwanda as models. Their success came from long-term discipline and merit-based systems. Mbonu criticized Nigeria for shifting direction with every new administration. He identified a culture of favoritism and seeing public funds as spoils for sharing. Weak institutions and poor accountability also hinder progress.
His proposals included embedding ethics and civic duty into school curricula. He called for a judicial system free from interference. Mbonu advocated for public dashboards tracking officials' assets and performance. He stressed infrastructure development, like a national rail network and reliable power. Future-proof city planning for growing urban populations is essential. Preparing youth for digital and manufacturing jobs is critical, given demographic trends.
The event chairman, Engr. Yusuf Sagaya praised the celebrant Etteh. He highlighted the rigorous engineering standards at Etteh's firm, Etteh Aro & Partners. Sagaya suggested the wider industry's decline stems from abandoning such strict professional checks. The celebrant thanked the organizers and attendees.
He cited nations like Singapore and Rwanda as models. Their success came from long-term discipline and merit-based systems. Mbonu criticized Nigeria for shifting direction with every new administration. He identified a culture of favoritism and seeing public funds as spoils for sharing. Weak institutions and poor accountability also hinder progress.
His proposals included embedding ethics and civic duty into school curricula. He called for a judicial system free from interference. Mbonu advocated for public dashboards tracking officials' assets and performance. He stressed infrastructure development, like a national rail network and reliable power. Future-proof city planning for growing urban populations is essential. Preparing youth for digital and manufacturing jobs is critical, given demographic trends.
The event chairman, Engr. Yusuf Sagaya praised the celebrant Etteh. He highlighted the rigorous engineering standards at Etteh's firm, Etteh Aro & Partners. Sagaya suggested the wider industry's decline stems from abandoning such strict professional checks. The celebrant thanked the organizers and attendees.
