By Marcus Ikechukwu
A professor of political economy and management expert, Pat Utomi has lashed the ruling All Progressive Congress and the opposition Peoples Democratic Party, over alleged failure on their part to provide Nigerians the real dividends of democracy.
Utomi said their failures has made it germane for new political movement driven by ideas that can deliver the dividends of democracy to the masses.
The co-convener of the National Consultative Front has began mobilisation of like minds for new political rebirth, that would embrace young Nigerians in the governance and decision making process.
All these comes as the country prepares for the 2023 general elections, expected to elect new leaders that would pilot the affairs of the country.
“The so called major parties that exists currently are two sides to the same coin. Let us call that one party, it is meant for personal wrangling. If you are tired of what is given in this group, move to the other group,” he said.
“I think Nigerians have had enough of that, we need another real political movement driven by ideas. So, the conversation has been how to bring together a number of people to front what I call the coalition of the willing and dispossessed,” he said
He accused the ruling class of a deliberate attempt to look down on the youths, a situation he describes as tragic for the country.
Elendu Reports recalls that Utomi who had previously contested for governorship of Delta state where he hails from and the presidency was schemed out under political intrigues.
Right from his foray into business and politics he has maintained consistency as a critic of past and present administrations in Nigeria, reminding leaders of the need to learn from advanced economics of the world.