With each new book, the march of our national history takes a step forward. When one is present at a book launch, one is bearing witness to the birth of a new body of ideas, to the coming into being of another testimony of history.

Ibrahim Babangida
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  1. Each one of us, and, indeed, all those who aspire to national leadership must bring their own visions, views and styles to the business of reforming Nigeria, and the search for solutions.

  2. The work of Nigeria is not complete for as long as there is any one Nigerian who goes to bed on empty stomach.

  3. Debate and divergence of views can only enrich our history and culture.

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  5. But no nation can base its survival and development on luck and prayers alone while its leadership fritters away every available opportunity for success and concrete achievement.

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