If I had the chance to be president of Nigeria for just one day, my focus would be on tackling the issue of crime and injustice, because honestly, it’s one of the things breaking this country apart. I know one day isn’t enough to fix everything, but it’s enough to start something meaningful. Nigeria is such a blessed country, but let’s be real—things are not working the way they should. People are tired, frustrated, and losing hope because it feels like justice only works for the rich.
One thing that really gets to me is how violent crimes happen so often, yet nothing seems to change. It’s heartbreaking. People are killed, kidnapped, or harmed, and it’s like we’ve become numb to it. The worst thing is the fact that the criminals often walk free. There’s this story that still angers me—a guy killed his girlfriend, was found guilty, and yet, somehow, he’s walking free. Now he’s living in Qatar, posting pictures of himself having the time of his life. Meanwhile, the family of the girl he murdered is left to live with the pain. How is this fair? How can this happen in a country that claims to have laws?
The truth is, in Nigeria, justice is for sale. If you have money or powerful connections, you can get away with almost anything. But if you’re poor or have no one to fight for you, you’ll face the full wrath of the law, even for smaller crimes. It’s this inequality that frustrates me the most. If I were president, even if just for one day, I’d make sure the laws apply to everyone equally. It doesn’t matter if you’re rich or poor, influential or not—you’d face the same judgment for your actions. Nobody should be able to bribe their way out of a crime, especially something as serious as murder.
The first thing I’d do is fix the judiciary. It’s no secret that corruption runs deep in the system. Even when people are caught red-handed, they somehow find a way to escape punishment. I’d push for independent investigations and strict rules so that no case can be influenced or buried. Everyone deserves to see justice served, especially the victims and their families. I’d also focus on cleaning up the police force. They need to be equipped to do their jobs properly, and also need to be held accountable. The days of bribery and abuse of power would have to end.
But it’s not just about punishment. We need to look at the root causes of crime. A lot of young people in Nigeria turn to crime because they feel hopeless—there are no jobs, no opportunities, and no support. If I were president, I’d start programs to provide jobs, improve education, and teach people that there are better ways to live. We need to show people that success is possible without resorting to illegal or harmful activities.
At the end of the day, my biggest goal would be to restore fairness. I want a Nigeria where justice isn’t for sale, where families don’t have to bury their loved ones without ever seeing justice, and where people can feel safe again. I know one day might not enough to fix all our problems, but it’s enough to take the first step toward a country we can all be proud of—a country where everyone is equal under the law.