Kí ni o rò pé ìjọba tiwa-n-tiwa gbọ́dọ̀ ṣe fún àwọn ará Nàìjíríà lásán?

But, my dear young Nigerians, restoring democracy was only the beginning. Democracy is not merely about conducting elections. Democracy must create opportunities. It must protect lives. It must reward enterprise. It must give every young Nigerian confidence that hard work, not connections, will determine success. That is where our country has fallen short. Successive administrations have failed to build consistently upon the democratic foundation that was laid. Institutions have weakened. Public trust has diminished. Corruption has become entrenched. Insecurity has spread into communities that once knew peace. The economy has become increasingly difficult for families and businesses alike, leaving millions of young Nigerians wondering whether their dreams still have a place in their own country. That is why I accepted the responsibility of offering myself once again to serve our nation. I am not seeking office for its privileges. I am seeking it because I believe Nigeria can still become the country we all know it is capable of becoming, a nation where leadership is accountable, institutions are strong, opportunities are abundant and every citizen, regardless of background, has a fair chance to succeed.