A Passionate Plea for Investing in Our People: Professor Magnus Kpakol’s Goodwill message at Nasarawa State University Keffi.

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Professor Magnus Kpakol, CEO/Chairman of the Economic Center, delivered a captivating speech at the flag off event of
the Institute of Capital Market Studies at Nasarawa State 
University Keffi, Nigeria. In his goodwill message,  
Prof. Kpakol said “we must prioritize investing in our people’s knowledge, skills, and behavior to unlock
Nigeria’s true potential”.

Professor Kpakol also emphasized the importance of human capital, arguing that it is a combination of education,
experience, health, and behavior, which is the missing piece in 
Nigeria’s economic puzzle.
He highlighted the need to move beyond merely moving money 
around and instead focus on how these
investments can elevate the living standards of 
Nigerians. 

He praised the initiative as a potential turning point, possibly the first in Africa. He envisioned it as a springboard for
Nigeria and Africa’s overall economic development. He urged 
the audience to set their sights high, believing this 
would be a world-class program. He further expressed his admiration for the students; eagerness to participate,
recognizing their 
potential as the future generation of business leaders. He encouraged them to develop the
 
necessary leadership skills to manage resources effectively and navigate the complexities of the economic landscape.

Professor Kpakol recounted an anecdote from his time as an economic advisor to the President. He advocated that
Nigeria and other African countries should develop their economic solutions 
and foster collaboration
with international organizations for support, and not allow 
international organizations to dictate how
to resolve their economic challenges.

The speech resonated with the audience, particularly the emphasis on global partnerships. 
Professor Kpakol argued that collaboration is key to success, citing examples of powerful nations like the
United States and Canada who leverage strong international ties.

Finally, Professor Kpakol concluded with a call to action, urging Nigerians to invest in their peoples potential as the key to economic prosperity.