Post by Francis Onabis (@Onabis)

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The Presidency Is Not the Only Path to National Service
As Nigeria approaches another electoral cycle, one question keeps coming to mind: Is becoming president the only way to develop a nation?
Listening to opposition politicians, one would think that every individual seeking change must first occupy Aso Rock. The result is a crowded field of ambitious leaders, each convinced that he alone can save Nigeria. From President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's opponents to the various opposition camps, the struggle often appears less about rescuing the nation and more about fulfilling personal political ambitions.
Many Nigerians expected the opposition to set aside their differences and form a formidable coalition capable of challenging the ruling party. Instead, what we witness is a competition of egos. Every leader wants to be the presidential candidate; few seem willing to play a supporting role for the sake of a larger cause.
The truth is that nation-building does not begin and end with the presidency. A committed opposition can shape policy, hold government accountable, expose corruption, and defend democratic institutions without occupying the highest office. In mature democracies, opposition parties understand that their primary duty is not merely to win power but to serve the public interest.
Nigeria's crisis is not simply a shortage of presidential aspirants. It is a shortage of selfless leadership. Until political actors place country above personal ambition, Nigerians will continue to question whether those seeking power truly desire change or merely desire the office itself.
A nation is developed not by one president but by leaders willing to sacrifice personal glory for the common good. That is the leadership Nigeria desperately needs.

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