
Olawepo-Hashim urges Nigerians not to lose hope in national renewal
Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim, a former presidential candidate, has called for unwavering commitment to address Nigeria’s political, economic, and security challenges. Speaking at a North Central zonal meeting of the Gbenga Hashim Solidarity Movement in Abuja, he emphasized that retreating into apathy is not an option. Olawepo-Hashim shared his personal journey in political activism and stressed the importance of grassroots engagement. He encouraged members to educate the youth about Nigeria’s past economic strengths and its potential for recovery.
What we know
- Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim insists that Nigeria’s problems require steadfast leadership and collective action.
- He urged coordinators to deepen community engagement and uphold principles of accountability, justice, and national unity.
- The movement’s meeting reviewed mobilisation efforts and strategies to strengthen coordination in the North Central region.
- Olawepo-Hashim recounted his early activism, including his detention as a political detainee at about the age of 20.
- He highlighted Nigeria’s historical economic achievements and advocated for renewed industrialisation to create jobs and reduce dependency.