10KD (Kuwaiti Dinar) is equivalent to about ₦47,000 naira today. With that same 10KD in a supermarket here in Kuwait, you can easily buy:
5kg bag of rice 4 packs of 1L long-life milk 1 dozen eggs 1kg potatoes 1kg apples 1 loaf of bread 1kg local cheese 1kg chicken
And yes, you can sustain on these for at least a week without breaking a sweat.
Now think about this for a second:
Nigeria and 
Kuwait are both oil-producing countries. They got independence just one year apart.
Yet today, the difference in value, living standards, and opportunities is staggering.
10KD here can feed a person for a week.
₦47,000 in Nigeria? Depending on where you live, it might not even cover half a week’s groceries.
It makes you pause and ask:
• Why is it that resources alone aren’t enough?
• Why do some nations turn natural wealth into development while others struggle?
• What can we, as citizens and leaders,
If you had the power to change one major thing in Nigeria today, what would it be? Read below and find out what I would do:
The gap between Kuwait and Nigeria, despite both being oil-rich nation,s really highlights that natural resources alone don’t guarantee prosperity. What makes the difference is how those resources are managed, how institutions are built, and whether citizens benefit from the wealth.
If I had the power to change one major thing in Nigeria today, it would be governance and accountability. Here’s why:
🌍 Why governance matters more than resources
- Transparent institutions: Kuwait invested heavily in social welfare, healthcare, and infrastructure, while Nigeria has struggled with corruption and mismanagement of oil revenues. Strong institutions ensure wealth is distributed fairly.
- Economic diversification: Kuwait, despite being oil-dependent, has built reserves and invested abroad. Nigeria’s economy is still heavily reliant on crude oil, leaving it vulnerable to price shocks.
- Rule of law: Countries that enforce contracts, protect property rights, and punish corruption create trust for both citizens and investors.
- 🔑 The one change: Governance & Accountability
- If Nigeria could establish a culture of accountability in leadership, it would unlock:
- Better use of oil revenues for schools, hospitals, and roads.
- Diversification into agriculture, manufacturing, and tech.
- A stronger currency, since confidence in the economy would rise.
- Citizens are empowered to demand results, not just promises.
- 💡 What citizens and leaders can do
- Citizens: Push for transparency, vote wisely, and hold leaders accountable through civic engagement.
- Leaders: Invest in people, not just projects. Prioritise education, healthcare, and job creation over short-term gains.
- Nigeria doesn’t lack potential—it lacks systems that ensure wealth translates into development. Fixing governance is like fixing the foundation of a house; once it’s solid, everything else (economy, security, opportunities) can stand firm.
Three practical reforms Nigeria could implement immediately that would make ₦47,000 stretch further for ordinary citizens:
Agricultural Value Chain Reform
- Why it matters: Nigeria imports too much food despite its fertile land. This drives up prices.
- Action: Invest in mechanised farming, storage facilities, and rural roads so crops don’t rot before reaching markets.
- Impact: Local rice, maize, and vegetables become cheaper, reducing dependence on imports. ₦47,000 would buy more food staples.
2️⃣ Energy & Infrastructure Efficiency
- Why it matters: High transport and electricity costs inflate the price of everything.
- Action: Prioritize stable electricity and affordable fuel distribution. Encourage renewable energy for households and SMEs.
- Impact: Lower production and logistics costs mean cheaper goods in supermarkets. ₦47,000 could cover more than just half a week’s groceries.
Anti-Corruption & Fiscal Transparency
- Why it matters: Leakages in government spending mean fewer funds reach citizens.
- Action: Digitise government payments, enforce procurement transparency, and enhance the effectiveness of anti-corruption agencies.
- Impact: Public funds are allocated to schools, hospitals, and subsidies, rather than private pockets. Citizens feel the benefit directly in lower costs and better services.
🌟 The Bigger Picture
These reforms don’t require reinventing the wheel — they require political will and accountability. Kuwait’s success wasn’t just oil; it was how oil wealth was reinvested into people’s welfare. If Nigeria channels its resources into agriculture, infrastructure, and transparent governance, the naira’s purchasing power will rise, and ₦47,000 could truly sustain a family for a week.