Former Deputy National Chairman of the People’s Democratic Party, PDP, Chief Olabode George, has decried Nigeria’s persistent political and governance crises, attributing them to tribalism, religious bigotry, and a deeply flawed democratic system.
In an interview, the elder statesman warned that unless Nigeria undergoes real restructuring, its democratic experiment will continue to falter.
Reflecting on Nigeria’s abundant resources, George lamented how greed and self-interest have undermined the country’s potential.
He accused political elites of failing to prioritize governance, allowing corruption and inefficiency to fester.
eorge pointed to tribalism and religious bigotry as two major obstacles to national unity and good governance.
He shared personal experiences of religious tolerance, including how his older sister married a Muslim and became an Alhaja hence the need for Nigerians to put religious sentiments aside for the good of the country.
According to George, these divisions are deliberately fueled by politicians for personal gain.
George did not mince words in his criticism of Nigeria’s political structure, declaring that the current system is fundamentally flawed.
