Veteran Nollywood actor and filmmaker, Richard Mofe-Damijo, popularly known as RMD, has called on Nigerians to move beyond criticising the country’s challenges and take practical steps towards solving them.
RMD made the call while speaking at the 2026 Pivot Nigeria Conference in Lagos, where he acknowledged the various problems confronting the country.
The actor stressed that identifying national challenges was not enough, urging citizens to also contribute ideas and actions that could help address them.
“There are problems, but we need to fix them. Don’t stand and just criticise and propose no solution,” he said.
RMD also urged Nigerians to demand greater accountability from political leaders, noting that elected officials must take responsibility for the people they represent.
“We don’t hold leadership accountable enough,” the veteran actor said.
He maintained that citizens have a responsibility to remind public office holders that they are accountable to the people who elected them.
RMD further urged Nigerians to be conscious of their behaviour, particularly when travelling or interacting with foreigners, noting that individual actions can affect the country’s image.
“Just remember who you are. You are an ambassador, not just for yourself, your parents or your school, but ultimately for your country,” he added.
Describing Nigeria as a “work in progress,” RMD called for patience, responsibility and continued efforts by both citizens and leaders to promote national development.
