As young Cross Riverians, we can help our children and the generation coming after us avoid the situation we find ourselves now where we are completely disconnected from national politics. Let’s adopt the strategic approach of sending our children to schools in other parts of Nigeria other than Cross River. This can help them build friendships and networks that will support their growth as they mature.
I believe spending all the time schooling within have limited our opportunities. Look around your circle, most of the people you know are likely at a similar level or lack the influence to give you a push forward. Now, compare this to peers from other parts of Nigeria who attended school around the same time. Many of them have risen to positions where they can uplift others.
To help our kids not lament like us, we must be deliberate about the quality of friends they keep and grow with. Most friendships that have stood the test of time were built in schools . Choose institutions at all levels where they can forge connections that will transform their lives. Let’s not repeat our mistakes and expect different outcomes.
Inyali Peter, Ph.D.
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