Post by UgoK Christ (@UgoK)

The First Lady’s remarks about empowering women to start businesses like akara, roasted corn, and kuli-kuli have sparked a national conversation.

Let me be clear.

This is not about looking down on akara sellers or any honest means of earning a living.

There is dignity in honest work. Many families have built businesses, educated their children, and created generational wealth starting from very little. That deserves respect.

But my concern is different.

Is this the level of ambition our leaders should be communicating in 2026?

Around the world, countries are investing billions in Artificial Intelligence, quantum computing, robotics, biotechnology, advanced manufacturing, and digital entrepreneurship. They are preparing their citizens—not just for today’s jobs, but for tomorrow’s economy.

Meanwhile, our national conversation seems to be centered on survival.

Leadership is more than solving today’s problems. It is about shaping tomorrow’s possibilities.

Imagine if our young people constantly heard messages like:

• Build the next AI company.
• Develop technology that solves African problems.
• Lead breakthroughs in healthcare.
• Create products the world will use.
• Build businesses that employ thousands.

That is the kind of vision that transforms nations.

Every country needs food vendors, artisans, and small business owners. They are an important part of any economy.

But a nation’s highest aspiration cannot simply be survival.

Our children deserve leaders who challenge them to dream bigger, innovate boldly, compete globally, and build industries—not just livelihoods.

Nigeria is not lacking in talent.

Perhaps what we’re lacking is a national vision that matches the brilliance of our people.

What kind of future do you think our leaders should be preparing Nigerians for?
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