Bishop Matthew Kukah, the Bishop of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Sokoto, expressed his support for young Nigerians who wish to emigrate from the country.
Speaking at the convocation ceremony of Veritas University in Abuja, where he serves as the Pro-chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council, the bishop encouraged graduates to stay committed and cherish their education.
He also emphasized the importance of creating a favorable environment in Nigeria, enabling those who choose to remain to compete on a global scale.
The Bishop said: “I encourage young people who want to leave Nigeria to please, feel free to leave. The country is big enough. We can assure you that by the time you settle down in the United States of America or wherever you have gone, you will discover that Nigeria needs you.
“And for those you left behind, our hope and prayer is that they will be competing at the same level with you. We have everything that it takes to turn the corner.
He said that the “University will continue to inspire and shape the new generation so that the change we expect in our country is not the change we expect from politicians.
“It is the change that will come with a big intellectual understanding of the complex nature of this country. So every graduate who walks out of the portals of Veritas will be truly equipped mentally and intellectually to conquer Nigeria.”
Furthermore, Bishop Kukah urged educators to serve as exemplary figures for their students.
According to him, “The quality of help and support you will get from the alumni will be determined by how they left this university.
