He said, the report is not on or about the current government, or any particular previous governemtn for that matter, it is in essence, the cumulative impact of government on Nigeria since independence in 1960 which produced and validated the country’s self assessment report of the APRM four areas of governance- democracy and political governance, economy and management, corporate governance and socio-economic development.

Amb. Tunji who noted that the process undergone so far is geared towards the peer review of Nigeria, challenged us to a determination to rise above the constraints that have held Nigeria down for nearly 50 years. He said if Nigeria must fulfill its destiny as a leader in Africa and global affairs it must be anchored on strong commitment to a return to coordinated development planning across the three tiers of government.

While urging the press to continue to inform, educate and sensitise the people on APRM process, he expressed dismay that despite democratic milestones and various strengths, many gaps remain due to the country's political and administrative history and weaknesses in the constitution and other regulatory mechanisms. This include the paradox of poverty in the midst of plenty, corruption and money laundering, dependency on oil and conflicts over resources, effective implementation of policies and laws, value reorientation, attitudinal issues and impunity.

He however, emphasised that the APRM does not end with the peer review of a country. Since Nigeria has always been short changed on implementation of plans, the monitoring of the national programme of action (MPOA) is also crucial to evolving a better governance culture. It is a task that all advocates of good governance must be involved especially the oversight institutions in the country.

He added that the MPOA also incorporates the 7-point agenda of this administration along with NEEDS as well as proffers policy measures for re-enforcing best practices.

From leadershipnigeria.com