Nigeria is ready to take its place as a bold and active player on the world stage. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu made this clear while speaking at the BRICS Summit currently holding in Rio, Brazil.
In a powerful statement shared on his official Facebook page, President Tinubu told world leaders that Nigeria will not be left behind as the world continues to change rapidly. He said the country is prepared to drive change, especially in ways that will benefit young people, families, and future generations.
BRICS, which stands for Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, is an important group for emerging economies. Leaders at the summit discussed financial restructuring, global economic development, and how member countries can support each other to grow faster.
President Tinubu said Nigeria supports what he heard at the BRICS gathering in Rio. He explained that the next step should be a strong plan for financial restructuring and for looking again at how the world economy is shaped.
He said, “BRICS must not only be a bloc for emerging economies but also a beacon for emerging solutions rooted in solidarity, self-reliance, sustainability, and shared prosperity.”
President Tinubu stressed that Nigeria cannot afford to sit back while others shape the future. He reminded other leaders that the country has a huge population of young people, who make up seventy per cent of its population. According to him, any serious plan must include ways to help the youths of Nigeria have better opportunities and decent lives.
“We must be the architects of a future that addresses the specific needs and concerns of youths, who represent seventy per cent of Nigeria’s population,” he said.
The Nigerian leader also highlighted the steps his government is taking at home. He said Nigeria is making big moves to speed up renewable energy projects, encourage more action against climate change, make cities stronger, and provide better healthcare services for millions of people.
He made it clear that Nigeria is not just watching what others are doing. Instead, the country is building its own solutions and working hard to solve its problems in a way that fits its unique situation.
Many people have praised President Tinubu’s statement, saying it shows that Nigeria is ready to play a bigger role in world affairs. Some youths who read his post said they hope the words will be backed by real action that brings jobs, better living conditions, and a stronger economy.
Experts say that by focusing on renewable energy, climate action, and youth development, Nigeria can unlock huge economic benefits while also protecting the environment for future generations.
President Tinubu’s message comes at a time when many countries in Africa and beyond are trying to recover from economic challenges made worse by global events like the pandemic and conflicts in different regions.
Observers believe that the president’s words will help boost Nigeria’s image as a country that is serious about growth, partnership, and real development that touches the lives of ordinary people.
In his closing words, President Tinubu said, “The world is changing. Nigeria will not be left behind. We will help lead the way.”
Many Nigerians will be watching closely to see how this vision is turned into reality in the months and years to come.
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