According to reports by one of our correspondents, Obi emphasized that sustainable national development cannot be achieved without significant investment in human capital, stressing that education remains the backbone of any progressive society.

In a similar report, Punch Newspaper noted that the former Anambra State governor argued that while infrastructure is important, it should not overshadow the urgent need to equip citizens with quality education and skills.

Meanwhile, Daily Trust reports that Obi called on policymakers to adopt a balanced approach, warning that neglecting education could have long-term consequences on economic growth and national stability.

His remarks have since sparked conversations among stakeholders, with many weighing the implications of shifting focus from physical development to human capacity building in Nigeria.