Dr. Nwachukwu Anakwenze (Onowu Abagana), a former PDP presidential aspirant and prominent advocate for Nigeria’s development, delivered a scathing critique of the nation’s leadership and economic trajectory during a live appearance on Kaftan TV Abuja. In a no-holds-barred discussion, Anakwenze addressed Nigeria’s economic stagnation, youth unemployment, infrastructure deficits, and security crises, while outlining his vision for revitalizing the country through private-sector-driven reforms, regional autonomy, and accountability.

"Nigeria Has Gone Back to the Stone Age"
Anakwenze lamented Nigeria’s decline despite its vast resources, contrasting it with global peers like China and India. "Nigeria used to be on the same level as China and India, but while these countries are in the future, we’ve gone back to the stone age due to bad leadership," he declared. He blamed decades of failed government-run enterprises, citing Nigeria Airways, Iron & Steel, Refineries, Textile Mills, and Shipping as examples of systemic collapse. "Anything the government touches fails. The private sector—Inosson Motors, Air Peace, Dangote—succeeds. The government’s role should be tax collection and regulation, not running industries."

Youth Empowerment: "Train Them for Free, Equip Them, and Let Them Fly"
The former presidential aspirant emphasized youth empowerment as a national priority. "We must hand the country to the next generation. Train youths for free, give them skills, motivate them, and push the private sector to invest," he urged. He proposed soft loans for graduates of skill-acquisition programs and criticized federal overreach: "Dependence on the government is a waste of time! Everybody working for government won’t work!"

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Infrastructure Overhaul: "Connect All State Capitals by Rail, Open Seaports"
The leader demanded comprehensive rail networks linking all state capitals, not just Lagos-Abuja-Kano corridors, to boost trade. "Northerners could transport cattle by rail instead of trampling farms," he noted. He also criticized overreliance on Lagos’s seaport, urging the revival of Warri, Port Harcourt, and Calabar ports to "flood the world with Nigerian-made goods."

Security: "Arm Communities to Defend Themselves"
Anakwenze blasted Nigeria’s security apparatus, citing rampant farm invasions, killings, and sexual violence. "It’s a disgrace that armed groups massacre communities and walk free. Every town must have well-armed protection groups. If villages are properly defended, these incidents will stop."

Leadership Critique: "I’m More Qualified Than All Nigerian Politicians Combined"
The U.S.-based professional touted his credentials over current leaders: "I’m more trained and educated than the president. Nigerian politicians stole public funds to power their campaigns; I used my brain." He accused tribal favoritism of stifling progress: "Leaders appoint only their tribesmen—insanity! Every tribe has talent."

Corruption: "Fake Degree Holders Are Ruining Us"
Anakwenze linked Nigeria’s struggles to corrupt leadership, warning, "Unless we hold these leaders accountable, the entire Black race is finished." He called for certifying leaders’ qualifications: "We allow fake degrees to rule us. We must fight, speak up—I’m not afraid. If I stay silent, who will?"

2027 and PDP’s Future: "Zone Presidency to the South or Fail Again"
On his political plans, Anakwenze reaffirmed his PDP membership but left room for defection "if it saves Nigeria." He criticized the party’s 2023 zoning missteps: "The presidency was zoned to the South, but Atiku contested after Buhari’s eight years. Southerners aren’t human? Share power—be your brother’s keeper. PDP failed last time and will fail again unless they zone to the South with a credible candidate."

Final Rallying Cry: "Nigeria Must Lead Africa"
Anakwenze concluded with a call for pan-African leadership: "We can be Africa’s first son, pulling others up. But we need serious minds, not looters. Let’s open the economy, empower youths, and reclaim our destiny."

The interview has sparked widespread debate, with viewers praising Anakwenze’s bluntness while critics question his feasibility. As 2027 approaches, his words signal rising pressure on Nigeria’s political elite to reform or face revolt.