The  last  three  and a half years have been the most daunting for us as a people. Almost all indices on socio economic and political development have plummeted throwing over 70% of Nigerians into unprecedented poverty, the like never seen before since our corporate existence as a nation.

Indeed, the last three and a half years have especially witnessed a deterioration of all aspects of basic human capital development as reflected in the growing rates of poverty, unemployment, economic instability, increasing debt burden and increased insecurity. It has therefore become evident that those entrusted with the task of improving the lives of Nigerians are clearly not up to the task. And it is a serious task indeed! Now that elections are upon us, Nigerians will once again have the opportunity to assess the quality of those they wish to place in charge of governance in order to bring about the desired change to the dwindling fortunes of the country which has so much promise but has not been able to fully harness the potentials of the nation to deliver the benefits of democracy to most Nigerians.

The next four years will determine our future in the global space, whether we can regain our leadership role in world affairs, reverse the economic meltdown, reinstate a sense of belonging for everyone, regain our peoples' trust to protect their lives and property, and ensure sustained prosperity.

Therefore it has never been more imperative than now that Nigeria needs strong and purposeful governance as well as a capable leader to get the country working again.
It is now imperative to provide Nigeria with formidable and sustainable governance that will enable our people make the most of opportunities that the country presents.
 
In light of the policy failures of the past, coupled with equally poor implementation, the need has arisen to provide Nigeria with a new distinct road map; one which will be governed by the principle of fairness, equity and advancement of economic opportunities. This policy document, which we have developed, is therefore premised on the philosophy to Get Nigeria working again. The policy that will guarantee:

1. strong, resilient and prosperous economy that creates jobs and opportunities;
2. Nigeria's Unity by promoting the spirit of co-operation and consensus especially in a society that is as complex and as heterogeneous as ours; and
3. an established strong and effective democratic government that guarantees internal security.

Our policy to get Nigeria working again when implemented, with your support and a strong leadership, will build a stronger Nigeria equipped with jobs, opportunities, unity and a holistic security for all.

This election will be a deciding factor for Nigerians: to enable us choose the path of a restored equitable and prosperous Nigeria or to go down a slippery slope to further impoverishment. I believe our choice will be for a stronger Nigeria to emerge from the ashes. I believe this is doable. I believe we must get Nigeria working again. If we don't, the consequences will be disastrous.

The policy presented in the following pages will steadily begin to restore a stronger, equitable, unprejudiced and more prosperous Nigeria.  The policy will establish a vision for Nigeria's future in the next four years.  It highlights the three major challenges facing our Nation (economy, unity and security) and how these can be resolved.  In this regard, it proposes a vision of a new Nigeria.
 
A Nigeria where everyone, irrespective of where or who you are, is provided with the capabilities to function appropriately, while seizing opportunities enabled by a strong human capital development

A Nigeria that provides jobs for its teeming youths

A Nigeria that respects women's contribution in the society

A Nigeria that can take care of its citizens at home and abroad

A Nigeria where you can sleep with your two eyes closed

A Nigeria where ethnic diversity means strength

A Nigeria where there is religious tolerance

A Nigeria where reward for hard work reigns supreme

A Nigeria that caters for the physically challenged and people with special needs

A Nigeria where there is equity, social justice and fairness. I can go on and on.

These are my ideas for a new Nigeria that's working.  It is my pledge, driven by 9
unstoppable dedication, to hit the ground running with these big tasks and to take bold steps towards making difficult decisions that will be good for Nigeria in future years.

I know it is going to be a lot of hard work, with no quick fixes. It needs a leader that is resilient, disciplined and dedicated, and passionate about Nigeria to fight for it, and consistent enough to guide the country through the rough times ahead.  I pledge to remain focused and make the tough decisions needed to move the country forward.

All in all, successful governance necessitates political will and a unity of purpose stretching across the different regions of Nigeria. As we go on this historical journey in the next four years, our love to get Nigeria working again must bring us together as a united nation.
We can always fold our arms and say Nigeria is beyond saving, or we can take the bull by the horns with an optimism that Nigeria is worth saving and trusting that certainly glorious days lay ahead after the stormy years.

I choose positivism, faith and confidence in our vision, the policy and the political will to use this opportunity to get Nigeria working again. 

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