Former Vice President and Presidential aspirant
on the platform of the All Progressives Congress
(APC), Alhaji Atiku is disturbed by what he
perceives as dwindling economic fortunes of the
country and poverty and itemised measures he
said will check poverty.
According to Atiku, the solution to poverty in
the country has gone beyond the level of empty
declarations to laying out implementable
policies.
The World Bank recently released its annual
report on poverty where the World body
identified Nigeria as one of the least successful
countries not addressing poverty alleviation
since the introduction or establishment of the
Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) 14 years
ago.
The report by the World Bank stated that
‘’Almost three fifth of the Worlds extreme poor
are concentrated in just five countries:
Bangladesh, China , the DR Congo, India and
Nigeria.”
Looking at the issue, especially claims by the
Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) government that
the country has recorded some economic gains
and is tackling poverty, Atiku wants Nigerians
‘’to ask our leaders and ourselves how can
Nigeria grow and the country continue to
decline. Nigeria’s unemployment rate has
continued to rise, currently estimated at a
staggering 27 per cent, with youth
unemployment hovering around 55 per cent.
There is much that we can do to alleviate the
stresses caused by population growth and
unemployment.’’
The former Vice President said three factors
should be of major concern. ‘’First, the core of
the issue begins with our education system,
which has struggled to provide a quality
education that would prepare our youth for the
needs of our economy.
‘’ Secondly, there has not been enough
emphasis on infrastructural projects that could
employ both skilled and unskilled labour, as well
as rejuvenate local economies. Thirdly, a
coordinated effort by the government and the
private sector to develop long-term projects,
where labourers could be retrained to the needs
of the project, would greatly impact the quality
of life for Nigerians and grow the country’s
human capital.”
Atiku stated that more than any other time in its
history, ‘’Nigeria needs inspiration, hope and a
change in consciousness that emphasizes hard
work, accountability, trust and a long-term
vision for the future. It is absolutely vital that
this change be instituted at the top, whereby
our leadership becomes the example that can be
emulated nationwide.
‘’Indeed, by focusing on poverty reduction
Nigeria can also confront the momentum for
terrorism and criminality. Disenfranchised youth
and marginalized populations are prime targets
for recruitment into terrorist activity.
If Nigeria can manage to reincorporate these
populations through education, job training and
the guarantee of a liveable income, we will see
fewer people looking to criminality for a meal
and a sense of security. In turn, the overall
security of the nation will improve.’’


http://www.vanguardngr.com/2014/11/poverty-atikus-template-save-nigeria/

I didn't even bother reading all that but all i know is this man is not going anywhere..he should concentrate on his plastic industry and other ventures and bask in his loot while it lasts

even as a progressive i think atiku is bad market. His words might sound true but his intentions are not pure. He's going for the presidency to feel the allure of power once again or to send a message to obj etc. i'll bundle atiku and gej together into the lagoon, thats how disgusted i am towards the two deceivers. GMB anytime anyday!

You have spoken well DADDY!
Don't mind OBJ!

GOOOOOOOOOOOOOO TIKKKKKKUUUUUUUUU!!!!!!

I love you SAI!

Who say ABOKI nor dey go "SUKU"?

Say dem nor like school nor mean say dem nor FIT GO SCHOOL abi?

BUHARI. . . . .MOVE INTO YA NURSING HOME PLEASE! Thanks!

Kanwulia:
You have spoken well DADDY!
Don't mind OBJ!

GOOOOOOOOOOOOOO TIKKKKKKUUUUUUUUU!!!!!!

I love you SAI!

Who say ABOKI nor dey go "SUKU"?

Say dem nor like school nor mean say dem nor FIT GO SCHOOL abi?

BUHARI. . . . .MOVE INTO YA NURSING HOME PLEASE! Thanks!

I noticed you are an Atiku fan. Lol!

berem:
I noticed you are an Atiku fan. Lol!

I LOOOOOOOOOOOOOVE THAT MAN!
Ever since he was OBJ'S VP.
So polished.
He ALWAYS handles himself and family WELL!

Check out his taste in women. . . AND CLOTHES!

The man is tooooooooo musssssssssssh!!!!!

He has got A LOT OF CLASS!!!!

I can't say that for up to 10 Nigerian/African men for sure!

I just can't vote this man "Atiku"

Atiku is a bloody looter. After thieving to his satisfaction, he suddenly remembers the poor all because of election. So this man thinks Nigerians are fools ,eh? Ok, let him bring the money lets chop and clean mouth. Afterall na our money.

Hmmm