Richard Mofe-Damijo, popularly known as RMD, wants Nigerians to do more than point out what is wrong with the country.
Speaking at the 2026 Pivot Nigeria Conference on Tuesday, September 29, at the MUSON Centre in Lagos, the veteran actor said complaining about Nigeria’s problems should also come with a willingness to help solve them.
The conference focused on Nigeria’s image and how the country’s reputation affects its people, businesses and opportunities.
RMD said there is no shortage of problems to talk about, but Nigerians should not stop at criticism.
In his words:
“There are problems, but we need to fix them. Don’t stand and just criticise and propose no solution.
“We don’t hold leadership accountable enough,” RMD said. “If we do, then when they come in there, they know that they are responsible to the people that they represent.”
For RMD, responsibility does not end with politicians. He said ordinary Nigerians also have a part to play, especially because their actions can influence how the country is seen by people outside Nigeria.
“Just remember who you are. You are an ambassador, not just for yourself, your parents or your school, but ultimately for your country,” he said.
He also asked Nigerians to be patient with the country’s development, noting that change would not happen overnight.
“We are a country, we’re a work in progress, and we must continue just doing the work,” he stated.
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