Public affairs commentator Dr. Paul Moses has dismissed arguments that Nigeria’s underdevelopment is rooted in religious diversity, insisting instead that the country’s shortcomings stem from weak and ineffective leadership.
Speaking during an interview on Trust TV from 8:08, Moses explained that nations with dominant religious identities have managed to build strong institutions and achieve economic progress because they prioritise governance over sentiment.
Moses noted that public conversations in Nigeria often blame religion for national divisions and policy failures. However, he argued that global examples prove that faith, whether Christian, Islamic, or otherwise, does not hinder development when leaders are committed to national interest.
Citing countries widely known for their religious cultures, Moses said each has been able to focus on growth because leadership remains at the centre of their progress. “American in quote is a Christian state, Dubai is an Islamic state, the other one, but they are all working. So you see again, it comes back to the issue of leadership,” he stated.
He explained that the United States, despite its strong Christian identity, has built systems that work because leadership at various levels places emphasis on accountability, merit, and national unity. Similarly, Dubai’s Islamic governance model has not stopped it from becoming one of the world’s fastest-growing economic hubs, powered by discipline and visionary leadership.
According to Moses, these examples show that Nigeria’s real challenge is not its religious diversity but the failure of leaders to provide direction, enforce laws, and strengthen institutions. He warned that until the country moves past blaming religion, meaningful progress will remain out of reach. View, More,
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