The Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, has urged Nigerian graduates to deploy their knowledge and skills towards national development, cautioning against abandoning the country in pursuit of opportunities abroad.
She also advised graduates not to lose faith in their ability to contribute to Nigeria’s progress despite the economic difficulties, unemployment and uncertainties confronting the country.
The CJN gave the advice on Thursday while delivering the convocation lecture at Elizade University, Ilara-Mokin, Ondo State, as part of activities marking the institution’s 10th and 11th combined convocation ceremonies.
Kekere-Ekun said Nigeria needed graduates who could think independently, question constructively, innovate responsibly and work collaboratively to address the country’s challenges.
She also called for professionals who would reject the misuse of public resources, entrepreneurs committed to creating value and leaders who understood that authority came with accountability.
She said, “I am particularly concerned that young graduates should not lose faith in
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