Nigeria's Leaders, where is Your Conscience? Do you feel the pulse of the nation? Does blood truly run in your veins? Do you possess any human feelings at all? The suffering in this country worsens by the day, and the hope for improvement seems like a distant dream.

Life in Nigeria is becoming increasingly unbearable, with no signs of positive change. It is disheartening to see a nation blessed with abundant resources squandered by leaders who fail to utilize them for the benefit of their citizens.

For as long as I can remember, the refrain has been the same: "Nigeria will get better." Yet, there is no evidence to support this optimistic saying. Instead, the struggles of ordinary Nigerians intensify daily.

Take unemployment, for instance. Job opportunities are scarce, and even when they exist, the criteria are unrealistic. Fresh graduates are expected to have one, two, or even three years of experience. But where does a graduate supposed to gain experience without first being given a chance to work? The system prioritizes certificates over competence, leaving many with degrees but no means to apply their skills. This country feels stagnant, with leaders seemingly more interested in their positions than the welfare of their people.

Our leaders make endless promises, yet deliver nothing. They occupy their positions like ornaments, decorative but useless, while the citizens bear the brunt of their failures.

Many wonder why Nigerians who travel abroad rarely return. The answer is simple: No one in his/her right mind would willingly leave a life of comfort to endure hardship. Nigeria is a difficult place to live, and it grows harder with each passing day. Broken promises, unreliable infrastructure, and insecurity have driven countless people away. How can businesses thrive without consistent electricity? Many have shut down because of this basic yet unresolved issue.

Security is another glaring failure. Kidnappers lurk everywhere, and traveling even six hours by road is fraught with anxiety. Nigerians live in fear, constantly looking over their shoulders.

It is clear that many of our leaders are selfish, self-centered, and more concerned with personal gain than national progress. Their deceitful ways may grant them temporary power, but they should remember that power is fleeting. What you do today will define your legacy tomorrow.

To our leaders: The material wealth you chase will not follow you to the grave. Only your character and the service you render to humanity will endure. Reflect on your actions and the suffering you have caused. Your position is not eternal—one day, you will face the consequences of your choices.