Former Labour Party presidential aspirant and leader of the Rescue Movement for New Nigeria, Faduri Oluwadare Joseph, popularly known as Fadojoe, has issued a strongly worded statement calling on Nigerians—particularly the youth—to reflect deeply on the nation’s challenges and their role in the country’s continued political and socio-economic decay.
In the press release titled “Nigeria, Our Reality and Our Responsibility”, Fadojoe expressed frustration over what he described as a cycle of corruption, greed, and short-sightedness that continued to hold the country back. Reacting to social media sentiments comparing Nigeria’s political situation to Nepal’s recent citizen-led resistance, he argued that such movements were nearly impossible in Nigeria due to the ease with which Nigerian leaders exploited citizens’ vulnerabilities.
“We are led by leaders who understand one bitter truth: every Nigerian has a price,” he said. “When voices rise against injustice, those in power… lure the leaders with money, divide the group… and the struggle dies.”
Fadojoe asserted that the political class mirrors the general moral character of the populace. “The leaders we have today reflect who we are as a people,” he said, emphasising that corruption is not limited to those in office but is a widespread cultural issue.
He lamented Nigerians’ tendency to prioritise temporary relief or financial handouts over long-term national development, especially during elections.
“Until we overcome our greed, our poverty-driven mindset, and the corrupt mentality that politicians exploit… we will not have the country we dream of,” he warned.
Despite his criticism, Fadojoe struck a hopeful tone about Nigeria’s future, urging citizens to harness the power of their vote to initiate change. He called for a generational shift in leadership that moves away from recycled politicians and embraces a new, principled political class.
“We have all it takes to be one of the greatest nations on Earth,” he said. “But today, we are the laughingstock of the world… Now, the people of Nigeria must design their own rescue.”
He reiterated his commitment to building a united, equitable, and functional Nigeria where leadership is driven by service, not self-interest, and citizens can thrive regardless of ethnicity or gender.
Fadojoe enthusiastically appealed to Nigerians to begin the journey toward national transformation not through protests or violence, but through civic responsibility and electoral participation.
“The quest to build a New Nigeria starts now—with you and me,” he said. “May God bless Nigeria, and may God bless you and me.”
Faduri Oluwadare Joseph rose to national prominence as a Labour Party presidential aspirant and has advocated for systemic political reform and youth empowerment through his initiative, Rescue the Vulnerable.
