As Nigeria navigates a critical juncture in its development journey, a beacon of hope emerges in the form of the The Nigerian Renaissance Age 2025-2050 project. In this interview with Evelyn Usman , Dr Peter Azonobi, who is spearheading the initiative, discusses the objectives, expected outcomes, and potential impact of this initiative which he says will bring together visionary leaders, scholars, and policymakers to chart a new course for the nation’s progress.

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What is the Nigerian Renaissance Age 2025-2050 project all about?

The Nigerian Renaissance Age 2025-2050 project is designed to drive progress and prosperity in Nigeria by offering intellectual strategies and solutions to address the country’s challenges. At its core, the project focuses on High-Quality Value Intellectual Creation (HQIVC) and infusion into the social system sector of the Nigerian economy. By doing so, the project will lead to the transformation of the Nigerian social system, giving it a new prosperous future.

The project’s impact on economic development will be significant. By developing and driving high-quality value intellectual creation into the social system sector, the economic sector will rejuvenate with high value and respond to sustainable growth and development. This will sprout a new future and economic prosperity for Nigeria. As a High-Quality Value Intellectual Platform (HQVIP), the Nigerian Renaissance Age project will facilitate high-quality intellectual creation and infusion into the social and economic sectors of the Nigerian economy.

The project’s influence will extend beyond economics to politics as well. By developing and driving high-quality value intellectual creation into the social system sector, the political sector will also rejuvenate with high value and respond to sustainable growth and development. This will lead to a new future and political prosperity for Nigeria. As a result, the Nigerian Renaissance Age project will be transformational for organizations doing business in Nigeria, helping key organizations grow their customer base and leadership.

The Nigerian Renaissance Age 2025-2050 project serves as an overarching initiative, while the specific conference will be known as the Nigerian Social System Renaissance Age 2025-2050 Project Annual Performance Review Conference. This conference will likely focus on reviewing progress, discussing challenges, and outlining strategies for the project’s implementation and success.This will be the first Nation-Building, Leadership, Social System and Economic Development Conference Initiative to be held annually.

What is the inspiration behind organizing the first nation-building, leadership, social system and economic development conference initiative 2026 in Nigeria?

Nigeria’s quest for sustainable development has been a longstanding challenge, with various presidents over the years attempting to find solutions to the nation’s problems. However, the root cause of these issues is believed to be structural in nature, requiring a more profound approach to address them effectively. To this end, the Nation-Building, Leadership, Social System and Economic Development Conference Initiative 2026, aims to provide a platform for intellectual and philosophical discussions on nation-building, leadership, social cohesion, and economic development.

My journey to this conference began in the 1980s when I chose not to migrate to Europe or America despite having the resources to do so. Instead, I remained committed to contributing to Nigeria’s growth and development. My experiences visiting various countries strengthened my conviction to make a positive impact in Nigeria.

What are the primary objectives of the conference, and how do you plan to achieve them?

The conference aims to bring together distinguished leaders, scholars, policymakers, and practitioners to explore intellectual and philosophical solutions for Nigeria’s development. We will address the complex relationships between nation-building, leadership, social systems, and economic development, providing solutions to challenges that have hindered Nigeria’s progress over the last 60 years.

The conference will focus on four key areas: nation-building, leadership, social system, and economic development. It will also discuss the crucial role of leadership, accountability, transparency, and integrity in driving Nigeria’s development in the 21st century.

The Nigerian Renaissance Age 2025-2050 project is guided by two primary goals that aim to transform the nation’s trajectory. The first goal, National Rejuvenation, seeks to revitalize and transform Nigeria, promoting growth, development, and prosperity across all sectors. This involves a comprehensive approach to address the country’s challenges and unlock its potential for sustainable development. By focusing on rejuvenation, the project aims to create a new era of progress and prosperity for Nigeria.

The second goal, Sustainable Progress, emphasizes the importance of addressing past challenges and implementing effective solutions to ensure long-term development. By doing so, the project will help Nigeria achieve sustainable progress and development in the 21st century and beyond. This goal is critical in ensuring that the progress made is lasting and beneficial for future generations. Through these two goals, the Nigerian Renaissance Age project is poised to make a significant impact on Nigeria’s development trajectory.

Can you tell us about your background and expertise that make you an ideal convener for this conference?

I hold an Economics degree from the University of Lagos and an Honorary Doctorate degree. With over 34 years of research and development experience, I have analyzed national, continental, and global issues, producing valuable insights for economic, social, and political development in Nigeria, Africa, and worldwide. I have authored over 30 research works on Nigeria’s development challenges and potential solutions.

Through this intellectual and philosophical scientific discovery, participants will examine the importance of building a strong, united, and prosperous nation.

Additionally, the impact of this discovery on social cohesion, community development, and human capital growth will be analyzed, as well as its potential to drive economic growth, innovation, and entrepreneurship in Nigeria.

What notable publications have you written, and how do they relate to the conference theme?

Some of my notable publications include “Nigeria Beyond Buhari” and “Nigeria: A Victim Of Compromised Political Leadership, Will The Future President Compromise?” These works offer insightful analysis on Nigeria’s development challenges and potential solutions, aligning with the conference theme.

How do you envision the conference outcome impacting Nigeria’s development journey?

The conference promises to be a pivotal moment in Nigeria’s development journey and a “game changer” for the nation. Strategic plans are in top gear towards immediate implementation of the conference outcome, which promises to deliver a new intellectual and philosophical thriving economic sector contributing trillions of Naira and thousands of jobs annually.

What message do you hope to convey to the participants and stakeholders of the conference?

It is aimed to create a platform for meaningful dialog, knowledge sharing, and collaborative problem-solving. The initiative seeks to inspire a new generation of citizens, leaders, entrepreneurs, change makers, and society to drive Nigeria’s transformation and prosperity. At the heart of the Nigerian Renaissance Age project is the concept of high-quality intellectual creation and infusion into the social system sector of the Nigerian economy. This approach will lead to the transformation of the Nigerian social system, giving it a new prosperous future.

What sets this conference apart from other development conferences in Nigeria?

It is worthy to note that it is the first of its type since Nigeria’s independence in 1960. Its comprehensive approach to addressing nation-building, leadership, social systems, and economic development makes it a unique and timely initiative.

For over 50 years, 16 presidents had tried to solve a problem but could not. But Dr Azonobi in his 34 years of research and development discovered the problem as well as the solution, this is worth exploring.
The challenge now lies in identifying the right approach to implement this solution. Given the complexity of Nigeria’s problems, it’s likely that a multi-faceted approach will be required. This might involve a combination of policy reforms, grassroots initiatives, and community engagement.

This discovery is a beacon of hope for Nigeria’s future, and it’s essential that his findings are shared widely and built upon. By working together, Nigerians can harness this knowledge to create a brighter, and more prosperous future for all. Therefore, the coming conference, First Nation-Building, Leadership, Social System And Economic Development Conference Initiative will be held in Nigeria.  in Nigeria is a crucial moment for Nigeria and Nigerian people.

How will the conference outcome be implemented, and what are the expected outcomes?

The implementation of the conference outcome will involve strategic plans to deliver a new economic sector that will contribute significantly to Nigeria’s economy. We expect the outcome to be transformational for Nigeria and Nigerians, driving peaceful, productive, creative, innovative, stable, and prosperous social, political, and economic development.

The expected outcomes are multifaceted. Firstly, it aims to raise awareness about the importance of my intellectual and philosophical scientific discovery in nation-building. Secondly, it seeks to inform policy reforms that promote transparency, accountability, and integrity in governance. It also hopes to inspire behavioral changes among Nigerians, promoting a culture based on my discovery. Ultimately, the application of this discovery is expected to contribute to Nigeria’s economic growth and development.