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Communal Clash In Osun: Gov Adeleke Imposes Dusk To Dawn Curfew

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Ayodele Oni
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Governor Ademola Adeleke
Governor Ademola Adeleke

By Ayodele Oni

Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, on Thursday ordered that a curfew be imposed in the two warring communities of Ifon and Ilobu following an outbreak of yet another communal clashwith immediate effect.

The state Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment, Kolapo Alimi, in a statement, explained that the restriction of movements of the people is to forestall further escalation of the crisis. The curfew will be from 7:00pm to 7.00am.

No fewer than two persons were said to have been injured in the renewed clash that rocked the neighbouring communities over disagreement on boundary of the lands.

Some stakeholders in the affected communities had called on the state government to take decisive actions to prevent wanton loss of lives and property that the communities witnessed last year when they clashed.

Meanwhile, Governor Adeleke also directed security operatives to take over the communities forthwith and ensure that there is no escalation of the brewing violent confrontation.

The statement:

“Following the outbreak of another communal clashes between the people of Ifon and Ilobu, Osun state government has taken the following decisions aimed at ensuring lasting peace in the warring communities.

“That a 7. 00pm to 7.00am curfew be imposed with immediate effect starting from today, Thursday, the 16th of Jan 2025 until further notice.

“That a contingent of all security personnel, comprising the Army, Police, and Civil Defence has been, accordingly, deployed to the warring communities to forestall further anarchy .

“That all stakeholders in the areas are advised to cooperate with the State Government to resolve the issues amicably at ensuring lasting peace.

“That an enlarged Committee of Stakeholders which shall consist of the representatives of the Communities, the Service Chiefs, the representatives of the State Council of Obas and other relevant bodies be immediately constituted to resolve the issue permanently.

“Finally, anyone or group of persons found or caught doing or instigating any further violence, knowingly or unknowingly, in breach of lasting peace would be made to face the full wrath of the law, via necessary prosecution, in line with the dictates of the law of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.”

NGF Backs Revised Value Added Tax Sharing Formular

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Ayodele Oni
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Bola Tinubu With State Governors

By Ayodele Oni

The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF), has endorsed a revised Value Added Tax (VAT) sharing formular.

Under the new framework, 50 percent of VAT revenue will be distributed based on equality, 30 percent on derivation, and 20 percent on population.

This was contained in a communiqué issued at the end of the forum’s consultations, and made public on the NGF X account.

The Forum had earlier met with the Presidential Tax Reform Committee on Thursday in Abuja.

The Forum also stressed that there should be no increase in the VAT rate or reduction in the Corporate Income Tax (CIT) rate at this time to maintain economic stability.

It advocated for the continued exemption of essential goods and agricultural produce from VAT to safeguard citizens’ welfare and promote agricultural productivity.

NGF expressed support for the comprehensive reform of the country’s archaic tax laws, emphasising the need to modernise the tax system to enhance fiscal stability and align with global best practices.

The NGF maintained that the key resolutions were aimed at ensuring equitable resource distribution and economic stability.

Furthermore, the NGF recommended the retention of development levies for TETFund, NASENI, and NITDA in the tax reform bills, rejecting any terminal clauses for these funds.

The meeting also expressed support for the legislative process at the National Assembly to ensure the eventual passage of the Tax Reform Bills.

The communiqué, signed by AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, Chairman of the NGF and Governor of Kwara State, underscored the importance of collaborative efforts to achieve a robust and inclusive tax system.

Over N400bn Lost, Millions Driven Out Of Business By Market Fire Outbreaks In 2024 – ASMATA  President

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Suleiman Anyalewechi
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Alphonsus Udeigbo

By Suleiman Anyalewechi

The President General of Abia State  Amalgamated Traders Association ASMATA, Sir Alphonsus Udeigbo, has called on Governments, Market developers and other relevant stakeholders to consider the construction of concrete buildings to halt incessant incidences of  infernos.

This is even as he advocated the compulsory establishment of functional fire-fighting stations in all Markets across the country for effective response to emergency situations.

Sir Udeigbo, who is also the Chairman of all Chairmen of Aba traders,  spoke on the heels of the fire incident that razed the popular Nnewi Spare Parts Plaza on Tuesday, January 14 ,2025 .

The unfortunate late night fire, left on its trail a monumental loss, with goods worth several billions of Naira lost.

In a statement issued on Thursday, January 16, Udeigbo described as worrisome, the spate  of fire disasters that  occurred at various markets across the country in recent times.

According to him, a conservative estimate has shown that in 2024, traders market users, and other stakeholders, lost over N400 billion to various fire incidents.

He blamed the ugly trend majorly on the poor modeling and construction of most of the markets. He lamented that most of the markets across the country were constructed without adequate attention to fire and other safety measures, including enough ventilation in the stalls.

Chief Udeigbo noted that it will make more security sense if concrete method is adopted in the modeling and construction of markets.

“The major problem facing most Nigerian markets today is the issue of haphazard and poor construction.

“It is a far better idea to use concrete roofing in market construction than the resort to roofing sheets.

“This is because in the event of emergency situation like a fire incident, it is difficult for the inferno to engulf significant portions of a market with concrete roofing.

“But in the case of zinc/aluminum sheets, once a stall/shop and or building is affected within minutes, a substantial part of the market is engulfed.

“Don’t forget the traders, small and petty traders, constitute a reasonable percentage of the Small and Medium Scale Enterprises SME in the country .

“The incessant incidents of fire outbreak at various markets across the country and their attendant losses, have negatively affected economic growth and development of the country.

“From conservative estimate, traders, market users, and other stakeholders, are believed to have lost over N400 billion to several fire outbreaks.

“This is not good for a struggling economy like ours at this moment of economic hardship.

“I was the first person that embarked on concrete buildings at the  markets in 1993 in Aba. The structures are still having their integrity, almost, intact after several years.

“The best way to curtail all these fire outbreaks at our market is to adopt the non-kinetic approach  like the  use of concrete roofing in market modeling and construction”, the ASMATA President stated.

According to him, Government at all levels, and relevant stakeholders should not just insist on the availability of fire fighting equipment at the markets, but also ensure that they are fully functional and capable of responding to emergencies.

“In addition to the fire fighting equipment, there should be accessibility to allow for easy deployment of rescue measures in times of emergencies.

“The Situation at most of the markets, at the moment, does not allow easy intervention, and other rescue measures.

“That is the main reason why,  with every fire incident, you will be recording serious losses.

“Several millions of traders and other business owners have had to close shop owing to the effects of market infernos.

“When you juxtapose the huge monetary losses with the disturbing number of people who have been driven out of businesses by fire outbreaks you will agree with me that the  trend,  if not urgently checked, will further ruin the nation’s economy”, Udeigbo noted.

While commiserating  with all the victims of the Nnewi Plaza fire outbreak and other incidents across the  country, the ASMATA President sued for vigilance and safety consciousness on the part of traders across the country.

Ondo LG Election: PDP Withdraws, Cites Electoral Body’s Partiality

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Ayodele Oni
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Peoples Democratic Party - PDP

By Ayodele Oni

Less than 48 hours to the conduct of local government election in Ondo state, the people Democratic Party (PDP) has announced its withdrawal from the poll.

The PDP, Ondo State Chapter, stated on Thursday that it has withdrawn from participating in the January 18th, 2025 Local Government elections organised by the Ondo State Independent Electoral Commission (ODIEC).

The party, in a statement by its media director,  Leye Igbabo said “This decision is a product of several layers of consultations of party leaders, stakeholders and the National Secretariat of our great party.

“Our party fielded 15 Chairmanship Candidates in 15 Local Government Areas and 131 Councillorship Candidates. But, from all indications, ODIEC’s credibility, transparency, and impartiality have failed the integrity test.

“Recent observations and reports point to a troubling pattern of double standards by ODIEC, raising serious doubts about their ability to conduct a free, fair, and credible election.

“As a responsible political party committed to democracy and the rule of law, we can not, in good conscience, confer legitimacy on this compromised process by participating in the election.

“We have, therefore, resolved to withdraw our participation in this exercise to uphold the integrity of our party and our unwavering belief in credible electoral practices.

“We further assure our teeming supporters and the good people of Ondo State, that our commitment to sanitise the Electoral process is irrevocable.”

Meanwhile, ahead of the forthcoming Local Government Election in the State slated for 18th of January, 2025. The Commissioner of Police, Wilfred Olutokunbo Afolabi, has announced restriction of vehicular movement within the period of 0600hrs – 1600hrs.

The command spokesperson, Funmilayo Odunlami, (CSP) in a statement urged

commuters who may have a reason to use the State as a passage are pre informed of the restrictions to help adjust their plans ahead of the D-day.

However, Security Personnel, Medics, Healthworkers, firefighters and other Essential Service Providers are  allowed free movements to carry out their duties. Cases of Emergency are considered also for movement.

“We urge all legible voters to abide by the rules guiding the electoral process while carrying out their Civic duty.

“Yhe Command is also using this medium to warn intending miscreants who may want to cause mayhem on the said day to stay clear as all machineries are in place to nip  any untoward act as they raise their ugly heads.

“Adequate security has been emplaced for both human and material resources to ensure smooth passage of the process.”

FG To Emir Sanusi: We Don’t Need Your Help; Your Attacks Based On ‘Personal Interest’

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James Orji
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Emir Sanusi Lamido and Bola Tinubu

The federal government has taken a swipe at the Emir Of Kano over his recent remark that he was not prepared to ‘help’  President Bola Ahmed Tinubu administration to change the country.

President Tinubu needs no assistance from the Emir on how to steer the ship of the country, the federal government said on Thursday.

The administration made the rebuttal in a statement issued by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Idris Mohammed.

Emir Sanusi had on Wednesday, during an event in Lagos, said he has decided not to ‘help’ the president in his quest to navigate the current challenges in the country because the administration is unfriendly to him.

Speaking on the state of the nation yesterday Sanusi said the administration has no credible people to explain to Nigerians what’s doing, he’s not prepared to help either, he said because the government did not value his past interventions.

What Sanusi said: “I can give a few points that are contrary, that explain perhaps what we’re going through and how it was totally predictable, most of it, and maybe avoidable. But I am not going to do that.

“I have chosen not to speak about the economy or the reforms or to even explain anything because if I explain, it would help this government, but I don’t want to help this government.

“You know they are my friends, but if they don’t behave like friends, I don’t behave like a friend. So, I watch them being stooges.

“And they don’t even have people with credibility who can come and explain what they are doing. I am not going to help.

“I started out helping, but I am not going to help. I am not going to discuss it. Let them come and explain to Nigerians why the policies that are being pursued are being pursued.

“Meanwhile, I’m watching a very nice movie with popcorn in my hands. But I will say one thing: What we are going through today is, at least in part, not totally, but at least in part, a necessary consequence of decades of irresponsible economic management. People were told decades ago that if you continue along this path, this is where you’re going to end up, and they refused to open their eyes.

“Now, is everything being done today correct? No,” Sanusi asserted.

Reacting, Idis in a statement titled “We Don’t Need Sanusi’s Stamp Of Approval For LG’s Laudable Policies’ said Sanusi was only attacking the president because of pecuniary gains and selfish interest.

According to the minister, the traditional ruler is expected to uphold the truth at all times considering the lofty position he’s occupying but had chosen to “antagonize” the administration of president Tinubu because of “personal interest”.

Idris said President Tinubu has chosen to take the country through a difficult reform and economic process because of its belief that it’s the country will benefit on the long run, noting that the current pains Nigerians are going through are due to irresponsible past leadership in the country.

He said Sanusi alluded to this when he admitted that the reforms are “ necessary consequence of decades of irresponsible economic management.”

Following, FG’s Statement:

WE DON’T NEED SANUSI’S STAMP OF APPROVAL FOR FG’s  LAUDABLE POLICIES

The Federal Government notes the recent remarks by His Highness, Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II, regarding the economic reforms introduced under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration, at a public event in Lagos. We note the emir’s acknowledgement of the noble initiatives which, he said, he could explain away but for his decision “not to help the government”.

First, we acknowledge that Sanusi, and indeed any Nigerian, has the inalienable right to express an opinion either in the form of commendation or criticism on how the government is being run. However, we find it amusing that a leader, more so one from an institution that ennobles forthrightness, fairness, and justice, would publicly admit to shuffling off telling the truth because of personal interest hinged on imaginary antagonism.

It is pertinent to state that Nigeria is at a pivotal juncture where bold and decisive actions are necessary to tackle entrenched economic challenges. This administration has implemented transformative reforms not because they are easy, but because they are essential for securing Nigeria’s long-term stability and growth, as Emir Sanusi had consistently advocated.

The temporary pains currently experienced from these inevitable decisions, as Sanusi himself acknowledged, are a “necessary consequence of decades of irresponsible economic management” more than anything else.

These reforms are already delivering measurable progress. The unification of exchange rates has bolstered investor confidence, which has contributed to increased foreign reserves and strengthened Nigeria’s ability to shield itself from external economic shocks. The removal of the fuel subsidy has freed up significant resources, allowing for greater investment in critical sectors such as infrastructure, education, and healthcare. Projections from respected institutions, including the World Bank, show an upward trajectory in Nigeria’s GDP, signalling that our economy is firmly on the path to recovery. Additionally, by addressing inefficiencies, the country has reduced its debt service-to-revenue ratio, creating a more sustainable fiscal framework for future generations.

It is deeply disappointing that reforms widely recognized as essential by global experts—including by Emir Sanusi II himself—are now being subtly condemned by him because of shift in loyalty. His Highness, given his background in economics, has a unique responsibility to contribute constructively rather than undermine reforms aimed at collective progress because he feels estranged from his “friends” in government.

We urge the Emir to rise above personal interests and partisan undertones and prioritize the greater good of Nigerians.

Rebuilding Nigeria requires unity, focus, and sacrifice from all stakeholders. As a government, we urge esteemed leaders to refrain from rhetoric that undermines public trust. Instead, they owe it a duty to champion the collective goal of a prosperous Nigeria. This is a critical time for our country, what is needed is collaboration, not unnecessary distractions.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration remains resolute in its mission to lead Nigeria towards economic inclusivity, sustainability, and shared prosperity. The challenges we face demand courage and collective effort, not divisive narratives. This administration is open to constructive dialogue with all well-meaning stakeholders while remaining steadfast in putting the interests of Nigerians above all else.

Let history record this moment as a turning point—when leaders and citizens alike choose to prioritize the nation’s destiny over personal gain. Together, we will deliver on the promise of renewed hope and a better Nigeria for all.

Mohammed Idris, fnipr

Minister of Information and National Orientation

January 16, 2025

Gov Slams Tinubu For Taking Nigeria On ‘Road To Perdition And Destruction”

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James Orji
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Bala Mohammed and Bola Tinubu

Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi state has intensified his attacks on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration. The governor who appears not letting down in his acerbic criticisms of the administration, according to analysts, is a potential presidential hopeful in 2027.

Mohammed has also confirmed that he will contest the next presidential election under the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP.

Even though the presidential election is still more than two years ahead, the Bauchi governor has launched another verbal attack against President Tinubu saying he’s taking the country on the road to ‘perdition and destruction”.

The governor made the assertion on Wednesday when the fiery Nigerian pastor, Apostle Suleman paid him a courtesy visit at the state government house.

According to the state’s helmsman the country deserves a better leader at this time, not President Tinubu, who according to him has no solutions to the challenges facing the country.

For instance, the governor cited the Tax Reform Bill President Tinubu sent to the National Assembly last year, saying it will have a negative impact on the country.

He asserted that he will continue to attack the administration except it abandons some of its reform, which the governor said would not serve the interest of Nigerians.

Mohammed said, “Tinubu’s policies don’t have a clear vision and are taking us to the road to perdition and destruction. That is why when I talk about tax reforms, it is not because I don’t want reform, but because I want reform that will have a national impact. I don’t have anything against the president but respect.”

The magazine reports that  the Tax Reform Bill sent to the National Assembly by the president in August last year has received mixed reactions from Nigerians.

State Of The Nation: Nigerians Made A Bad Choice In Tinubu – Apostle Suleman

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James Orji
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Apostle Sulaiman

Nigerian Pentecostal pastor Apostle Johnson Suleman has blamed Nigerians for making a bad choice by electing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in 2023. He said their decision is responsible for the hardship Nigerians are now going through.

The cleric said he is not surprised that the economic situation in the country has nosedived since Tinubu came to office, saying it’s impossible for the president who has no ‘manifesto’ to turn the country around.

He said Nigerians were warned that Tinubu will not perform, that they made the choice even though “we cried out, we screamed, we yelled” that he had no capacity to take the country out of the woods, adding that Nigerians have another opportunity to end the administration in the next election.

The Man of God, MOG, spoke in Bauchi on Wednesday when he paid a visit to Governor Bala Mohammed, after a programmed organised by his church, Omega Fire Ministry tagged ‘Recovery Conference 2025”.

According to Suleman, he knew that Tinubu had nothing to offer, adding that the nation’s economy has gone from bad to worse since he came to power, citing the nation’s oil sector which he said had taken a hit under the administration.

He said it will take a while for the sector to recover from the damage it has suffered under the watcher eyes of President Tinubu.

Suleiman: “What Nigerians are going through is partly what they deserve. Before the election, we cried out, we screamed, we yelled. The man (President Bola Tinubu) who came into leadership had no manifesto—just a sense of entitlement with his ‘it’s my turn’ mantra.”

He added:“The oil sector has been plundered. In the next 10 to 15 years, I don’t think Nigerians will recover from the damage. Now, all we can do is pray.”

Many Nigerians pastors, including Suleman did not support President Tinubu aspiration to lead the country in 202.

The Sad End Of Reuben, An Expatriate, In Rivers State

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Adesina Soyooye
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Mr Gibson Reuben

By Adesina Soyooye

Mr Gibson Reuben, an expatriate, was faced with a choice between the devil and the deep blue sea. Obviously in panic, and faced with a life and death situation, he hardly had the time to weigh between the two which was more dangerous than the other.

So, in panic, and with no time to think, he chose the deep blue sea. And paid with his life. If he had chosen the devil, perhaps, just perhaps, he could have been alive today. Atimes, a devil in human form, if given what he wants, could have a change of heart, and be lenient on his victim.

Following, is Ruben’s tragic end, an end that is bound to continue to tarnish Nigeria’s image and expose how dangerous our roads still are, and how lives in Nigeria  have been reduced to nothing, almost, no thanks to the unprecedented insecurity the country is battling.

A native of Netherlands, Reuben lived in Port Harcourt. He was not a parasite like a number of expatriates who live in some States are. He was in Rivers State where he was helping Nigeria, particularly, Rivers State, to attain food sufficiency, increase its Cassava output, export some and make the much wanted  and needed foreign exchange.

Mr Reuben was the Managing Director/ Chief Executive Officer of Rivers State Cassava Project Ltd.

But on Monday, at about 20.30 hours, according to the Police, all that ended.

Accompanied by Mobile Police Personnel to protect him, given the terrible situation in the country, he was his own driver in his vehicle, a hilux van. He drove himself, just like they do in his own country. In his country, just like in the USA, and other countries, only very few people can afford drivers. It’s expensive.  And in Netherlands, bicycle is the in-thing. Even the Prime Minister rides his bicycle to work.

So, Reuben was driving himself this Monday. When he and his escorts got to the Aleto Eleme Bridge, they ran into Nigeria’s many bad boys who lay in wait to attack. What happened next, how his Police escorts who were in same(?) car with him escaped has not been quite explained. But according to the Police and  eye witness accounts, Reuben, in a bid to escape his attackers veered off the bridge, and plunged into the River with his vehicle.

The whole of that day, the marine police and local divers looked for him and his van. Initially, they said they were on a rescue mission. But when it extended to the next day, it became a recovery mission.

And, as expected, on Tuesday, Ruben’s body was recovered in the river. He had drowned after a heart-rending battle  with death. His van too has been recovered.

Confirming the incident, the Spokesperson, Rivers State Police Command, while expressing sadness at Reuben’s fate, said: “Fortunately, the Mobile Police Personnel accompanying him managed to escape but he and his hilux van were submerged in the water.”

Fed Ministry Of Agriculture Flags Off Training Programme On Rice Production

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Ayodele Oni
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Abubakar Kyari - Minister of Agriculture and Food Security

By Ayodele Oni

Participants from five Northern States are attending a two-day training programme, organized by the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (FMAFS) aimed at equipping 20 extension workers with advanced rice production techniques to enhance yield and address the impact of climate change.

According to the News Agency of Nigeria, (NAN), the programme, held in Kano on Wednesday, the “train-the-trainers” was organized in collaboration with the System of Rice Intensification (SRI-2030). Participants were drawn from Kano, Jigawa, Kebbi, Bauchi, and Adamawa states.

The Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Abubakar Kyari, underscored the initiative’s objective to boost farmers’ productivity and minimize greenhouse gas emissions.

Represented by Mrs. Iyabo Lawal-Mustapha, Desk Officer in the Environment and Climate Change Management Department, Kyari emphasized rice production’s role in mitigating climate change.

“The issue of climate change is a global concern. Many states in Nigeria are involved in rice production. It is believed that climate action can be achieved through rice production, thereby achieving sustainable outcomes.

“We are now using the Agricultural Transformation Programme phase one (ATAPS) under the ministry to extend innovative practices and technologies to smallholder farmers.”

Abdulrahman Danbaba, master trainer for SRI-2030, highlighted the importance of reducing production costs through improved rice cultivation methods.

Representing James Dahlgreen, Program Director at SRI-2030, Danbaba stated, “We have trained over 45,000 farmers. By tomorrow, participants will embark on a field trip to Kura Local Government Area to practice the step-by-step implementation of SRI.

“Rice cultivation practices provide people around the world with nutrition while improving farmers’ livelihoods, conserving resources, and aiding in climate mitigation and adaptation.”

Dahlgreen further explained SRI’s goal to expand Nigeria’s rice cultivation from the current 6.7 million hectares to 50 million hectares by 2030, potentially reducing emissions by 8.5 billion tonnes of CO2e by 2050.

“SRI will help feed the world with less water, less climate impact, and without taking more land from nature,” he noted.

Kano state Governor, Abba Kabir-Yusuf reaffirmed his administration’s dedication to agricultural development.

Represented by Dr. Faruk Kurawa, Managing Director of the Kano State Agricultural and Rural Development Authority (KNARDA), he said, “We have improved irrigation facilities with over 22 dams and opened up more lands to boost agricultural production. We are always open to partnerships and committed to capacity building for our extension workers.”

“I Can Help Tinubu, But I Will Not” – Emir Sanusi

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Adesina Soyooye
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Emir Sanusi Lamido and Bola Tinubu

By Adesina Soyooye

“This Government has nobody with pedigree to explain to the people what it is doing”

The Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Lamido Sanusi 11, has given reasons why he is looking the other way while the President Bola Tinubu Government struggles with Nigeria’s economy.

Sanusi, an accomplished banker, economist and financial expert was a former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, and before then, the Group Managing Director of one of Nigeria’s flagship banks, First Bank Plc.

But inspite of his vast experience in world economies, Sanusi said he will not lift a finger to help his home country, Nigeria, in its struggles to overcome an economy trying to come out of coma by way of offering advice. He said he will offer no advice at all even though he knows what to say, and how to help.

Sanusi spoke on Wednesday at the 21st Memorial Lecture of accomplished Lawyer, Chief   Gani Fawehimi. He was the Chairman of the occasion.

He disclosed that initially, he was helping the Tinubu Government, but has since decided not to lift a finger again. Stating why he took the decision not to help, he said that even though he regards himself as a friend of the Federal Government, the Federal Government has not treated him as its friend. In other words, for the Emir,  it is a “do me I do you” situation.

Emir Sanusi, as quoted by Punch: “I can give a few words here about what we are going through and how it was predictable and avoidable. But I am not going to do that. I have chosen not to speak on the economy or reforms or to explain anything because if I explain it, it will help this Government. But I don’t want to help this Government. They are my friends, but if they don’t behave like friends, I will not behave like a friend.

“They don’t even have people with pedigree that can come and explain to the people what they are doing. I am not going to help. I started by helping, but I am not going to help. Let them come and explain to Nigerians why they are pursuing the policies that they are pursuing. But I will say one thing though.

“What we are going through today is, at least,  in part, a necessary consequence of decades of irresponsible management.  People were saying that if we continued the way we were going, this is where we will end up, but they refused to listen.

“Now, is everything being done correctly? No. When I am ready to talk, I will talk.”

Not a few people think that the relationship between the FG and Sanusi broke down over the struggle for the throne of the Emir of Kanu. Sanusi’s re-installation as the 46th Emir of Kano by the Kano State Government led to the deposition of Emir Bayero, the 45th Emir of Kano. Sanusi had earlier been deposed by the immediate past Governor of Kano State, Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje, now the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, APC, who appointed Bayero the Emir. But with a new Government in the State, the Governor, Abba Yusuf, deposed Bayero, the 45th Emir, and re-installed Sanusi as the 46th Emir. The case is still in Court, with both Sanusi and Bayero laying claim to the revered stool, and each holding court in separate Palaces – Sanusi at the massive City Palace, and Bayero at a mini Palace, Nasarawa Quarters.

Both Sanusi and the Kano State Government believe that the FG is, allegedly, in support of Bayero and would rather have him as the Emir than him, Sanusi.

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