If militancy was existing in America, would you subscribe to amnesty as a way of fighting it?
I asked this question against the backdrop of amnesty granted to militants by the Nigerian government. I agree with the amnesty but it has to come with opportunities, so that they will have a better way of life. They should also have the opportunity to carry people along and teach them better. I would also say that amnesty is not enough, it must go along with reconciliation. It must also go with sincerity, which will make the people believe that you are ready for peace. That will heal the wounds on both sides. There should be structures that will bring the real reconciliation. That means that reconciliation will come between the government, the youths, the community and the world at large. True reconciliation, is a necessary healer of inflicted injuries. All these, will translate to prosperity for the people, because there is no reason Nigerians should be poor. Nigerians are the most hardworking people on this planet. They don’t sleep, they have that strength human spirit. What the
