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| Verydarkman |
In a recent social media post, Nigerian activist VeryDarkMan shared some compelling insights about Rwanda's approach to development and governance. He touches on how the country’s focus on land use, youth empowerment, and general cleanliness could be something Nigeria should pay attention to. Now, we’re not here to pick apart his words like some English professor, but there’s a lot to think about, especially when we compare Nigeria’s situation.
So, here’s the gist of what VeryDarkMan had to say. Rwanda, under President Paul Kagame has taken a proactive approach to land management. They’ve put strict laws in place that limit the size of land people can own for residential purposes. Why? It’s all about ensuring that the limited land available is used wisely. He pointed out that land in Rwanda is costly, but they make sure it doesn’t sit idle with big, unnecessary estates taking up all the space. If you're not using it efficiently, you're out!
But here's where it gets interesting for Nigeria. VeryDarkMan believes that Nigeria has so much potential beyond oil. He argues that the government should explore multiple avenues for economic growth, like agriculture. Instead of importing everything, why not allow youths access to land to farm and start local ventures? Forget the stigma around what they might grow; it’s about creating jobs and opportunities.
And let’s not skip over the bit about orderliness. Rwanda, according to VeryDarkMan, runs like a well-oiled machine. There’s no littering, no cutting corners—everyone follows the law. Even bikers wear helmets religiously, something that’s often brushed aside in Nigeria. This level of discipline could make a difference if Nigeria adopted a similar mindset, right?
Then there’s the big one the unity of Rwanda’s people after the 1994 genocide. VeryDarkMan noted that Rwanda no longer distinguishes between tribes like the Hutu and Tutsi. Instead, everyone identifies simply as Rwandan. This unity is something Nigeria could learn from. He suggests ditching the 'state of origin' requirement when hiring or considering people for opportunities. It’s about building a collective Nigerian identity, not tearing each other apart over ethnic lines.
The key takeaway? If Rwanda, a country with fewer natural resources than Nigeria, can thrive through discipline, resource management, and empowering its youth, then why can’t we? As VeryDarkMan said, we can’t keep relying solely on oil. It’s time to diversify, create jobs, and build an orderly, unified society that works for everyone.