…. Launches ‘The Architect of Modern Nigeria’ as Summit Seeks Solutions to National Challenges.
By| Goodluck E.Adubazi, Abuja
The Convener and Director-General of the Care & Transformation Network (CTN), Hon. Kovie Andrew Epetuku, has declared that the future of Nigeria cannot be entrusted to a handful of individuals, stressing that nation-building requires the collective commitment of all stakeholders.
Epetuku made the assertion on Saturday at the CTN International Conference 2026 and United Nigeria Summit held at the NUC Auditorium, Maitama, Abuja, to commemorate three years of the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima.
The summit, which attracted participants from across Nigeria and several countries, also featured the unveiling of a book titled “The Architect of Modern Nigeria,” highlighting the achievements, challenges and policy directions of the current administration.
In his welcome address, Epetuku described the conference as a platform for national and international engagement aimed at addressing pressing governance and development issues while promoting peace, unity and sustainable progress.
“The future of Nigeria cannot be left in the hands of a few. It requires the collective effort of all stakeholders. Every citizen has a responsibility to contribute to building a peaceful, prosperous and united nation,” he said.
According to him, while government has recorded notable achievements, significant challenges such as insecurity, economic hardship, unemployment and social inequality still require urgent attention and collaborative solutions.
He noted that CTN’s focus is not merely on identifying problems but on proposing practical pathways for resolving them through dialogue, policy reforms and citizen participation.
Speaking on the state of the nation, Epetuku acknowledged the hardship experienced by many Nigerians, particularly following the removal of fuel subsidies, but urged citizens to remain hopeful and support initiatives designed to improve living standards.
He also expressed concern over the low level of public awareness about some government intervention programmes, including the student loan scheme, despite the number of beneficiaries across the country.
According to him, the newly launched book was designed to bridge the information gap by documenting government policies, achievements, challenges and recommendations that could serve as a guide for policymakers and stakeholders.
On the forthcoming election cycle, the CTN Director-General urged politicians to conduct themselves responsibly and avoid actions capable of heating up the political atmosphere.
“If you want to lead, you must be willing to lead in fairness. Political ambitions should never come at the expense of national peace and unity.
Beyond politics, we have one Nigeria and a collective responsibility to protect it,” he stated.
Addressing participants at the summit, Epetuku described CTN as a non-partisan global network committed to promoting national unity, youth and women empowerment, human rights advocacy, skills development and humanitarian services.
He revealed that the organisation currently supports scholarship beneficiaries and has continued to champion initiatives aimed at assisting vulnerable groups, including persons with disabilities, the elderly and orphans.
The CTN boss also called on nations currently experiencing conflicts to embrace dialogue and peaceful conflict resolution mechanisms, stressing that global peace remains essential for sustainable development.
The conference featured cultural displays, panel discussions and presentations focusing on national unity, democratic governance, economic growth, youth inclusion, women empowerment and strategies for strengthening Nigeria’s institutions.
Participants drawn from government, diplomatic missions, traditional institutions, civil society organisations, professional bodies and development partners pledged continued collaboration towards building a peaceful, secure and prosperous Nigeria.
