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United States of Nigeria – the way Forward

I strongly disagree with the proponents of disintegration of Nigeria at any time. The problem is not Nigeria itself but the bane of leadership crisis. There are more that binds us together than divide us. In the emerging global power calculation and realignment within regional powers, it is not in our collective interest to disintegrate as this will be more catastrophic.
What is required is a country based on true federalism and a people’s constitution with inputs and consensus from all peoples of Nigeria without no-go-areas.
My prediction is the emergence of the United States of Nigeria in the 21st century. This is the way forward for the current geographical expression called Nigeria. Stronger devolution within a stronger union – 21st century devolution for a 21st century union delivering interdependence rather than independence.

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