EDITORIAL
COMPLETING THE NATIONAL LIBRARY: A GOLDEN OPPORTUNITY FOR PRESIDENT TINUBU TO LEAVE A LASTING LEGACY
The National Library, a monumental project abandoned for years, presents President Bola Tinubu with a chance to leave an indelible mark on Nigeria’s academic and cultural landscape. This iconic structure, envisioned as a hub of knowledge and learning, has languished in limbo, a testament to the country’s perennial struggles with project completion.
THE HISTORY OF ABANDONMENT
The National Library project was initiated in 2006, with an estimated completion date of 2010. However, due to lack of funding, bureaucratic bottlenecks, and successive administrations’ neglect, the project remains incomplete. This inexcusable delay has denied Nigerians a world-class repository of knowledge and learning.
THE BENEFITS OF COMPLETING THE NATIONAL LIBRARY
1. Knowledge Repository: A state-of-the-art library will provide access to vast resources, promoting research and innovation.
2. Cultural Preservation: The National Library will safeguard Nigeria’s rich cultural heritage, preserving historical texts and artifacts.
3. Economic Growth: A fully functional library will attract scholars, researchers, and tourists, contributing to the local economy.
4. Education and Skills Development: The library will provide a conducive environment for learning, enhancing education and skills development.
5. National Pride: Completing the National Library will demonstrate Nigeria’s commitment to knowledge, culture, and national development.
A CALL TO ACTION
President Tinubu, as you continue to make strides in infrastructure development, we urge you to prioritize the National Library’s completion. This legacy project will cement your administration’s commitment to education, culture, and national development.
By completing and commissioning the National Library complex in Abuja, President Tinubu can:
1. Write his name in gold: Leaving a lasting legacy that will outlast his administration.
2. Inspire future generations: Providing a world-class resource for students, researchers, and scholars.
3. Demonstrate leadership: Showcasing his administration’s ability to complete abandoned projects and drive progress.
4. Foster National Unity: The National Library will serve as a symbol of national unity, promoting shared values and heritage.
THE WAY FORWARD
To ensure the National Library’s completion, we recommend:
1. Allocate sufficient funding: Provide adequate resources to complete the project.
2. Appoint a project manager: Assign a dedicated project manager to oversee completion.
3. Set realistic timelines: Establish achievable completion deadlines.
4. Engage stakeholders: Collaborate with educational institutions, researchers, and cultural organizations.
CONCLUSION
Completing the National Library is a golden opportunity for President Tinubu to leave a lasting legacy. We urge him to seize this moment, demonstrating his administration’s commitment to knowledge, culture, and national development. The National Library will stand as a testament to Nigeria’s potential and President Tinubu’s vision.
RECOMMENDATIONS
To the National Assembly:
1. Pass legislation: Enact laws supporting the completion and maintenance of the National Library.
2. Provide oversight: Ensure adequate funding and monitor project progress.
To Civil Society Organizations:
1. Advocate: Mobilize public support for the National Library’s completion.
2. Partner: Collaborate with educational institutions and cultural organizations.
Together, we can make the National Library a reality, a shining testament to Nigeria’s potential and President Tinubu’s vision.
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