The daily lives of Nigerians are woven around the various tribes and ethnic groups in the country.
Where an individual comes from, largely determines his or her fate on several issues bothering on social, political and economic prospects. People of the same tribe have, overtime, established unions that would cater for their interests, wherever they find themselves, outside of their home communities. These unions are functional in all the states of the federation and the Federal Capital Territory.
Such unions have for long, embarked on developmental programs, which originally is the responsibility of the Government. Sadly, Government has failed to live up to the expectations of the people, who are increasingly embarking on self help initiatives, through these unions.
Most Nigerians attribute their difficulties in life to the tribal consciousness in all facets of National life. In an attempt to ensure equity, Government established the Federal Character Commission, to address issues relating to equal representation in federal institutions. Has the Commission been able to achieve its objectives ?
The answer to the question could be got from the personalities holding sway, in the Ministries, Parastatals, Departments and Agencies.
The scepter of tribalism abounds in every sector, one can think of. Nigerians are watching with keen interest as the leadership appoints its kith and kin into positions meant for all sections of the country.
Sadly, the leadership have overtime failed to realize that power is transient and not the exclusive property of an individual or group. Indeed, in Nigeria, tribes transcends individuality.
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