Oyo State governorship aspirant, Dr. Adewale Kolapo, has urged Nigerians to embrace a renewed spirit of patriotism, insisting that the nation’s future depends on the unity and commitment of its citizens.
Speaking on the state of the nation, Dr. Kolapo declared that “Nigeria is our only home; we have no other country to run to. This land carries our dreams, our struggles, and our shared destiny.”
He stressed that this reality places a responsibility on every Nigerian to rise above divisions and work collectively for national progress.
“Patriotism is not an abstract idea,” he said. “It is a daily commitment to stand by our country, to nurture her through thick and thin, and to understand that her fate is tied to ours.”
Addressing the insecurity confronting the nation, Dr. Kolapo noted that criminality knows no tribe or religion and must be confronted with a unified resolve.
“Insecurity does not discriminate. We weaken ourselves when we frame it through ethnic or religious lenses,” he warned.
“Criminals exploit our divisions. But when we stand together as Nigerians, reporting suspicious activities, supporting security agencies, and strengthening community watch, we make it difficult for evil to thrive.”
Commenting on recent military takeovers in neighbouring West African countries, Dr. Kolapo described them as a reminder of how fragile peace can be. He commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the Federal Government for taking decisive steps to defend democratic order in the region. “What is happening around us is a warning,” he said. “A chain of military juntas on our borders would threaten our own stability. The government’s intervention is not just for our neighbours—it is also to protect Nigeria’s sovereignty.”
He called for sober reflection, noting that the nation’s unity must remain its strongest shield. “We cannot afford to think otherwise,” he stated. “Our future depends on standing together to protect the democratic space we have worked hard to build.”
Dr. Kolapo also highlighted the need for practical measures to strengthen patriotism, especially through civic education, reduced economic inequalities, and leadership focused on national interest. “If we want a patriotic nation, we must teach it, practice it, and lead by it,” he said. “Insecurity grows where division festers, but a conscious and cooperative citizenry can starve it of oxygen.”
Recalling Nigeria’s history of resilience, he urged citizens to draw from the nation’s collective strength.
“We survived amalgamation, civil war, and countless trials. Our diversity should be a source of strength, not suspicion,” he noted. “Patriotism is not blind loyalty, it is active participation in making Nigeria work for everyone.”
Dr. Kolapo concluded with a passionate appeal to Nigerians to unite for the country’s progress.
“The greatness of Nigeria lies in our hands, yours and mine,” he said.
“Let us silence the voices of division and amplify hope. Let us ensure our children inherit a Nigeria where peace reigns and opportunities abound. We must act now, not later.”
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