Peter Obi, a prominent Nigerian politician, has stressed the urgent need for Nigeria’s leadership to directly address the public in light of the country’s severe inflation and food crises.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!He said bluntly, “He doesn’t have to hire thugs to talk for him.” This demand for open communication emphasizes how crucial it is that governance be transparent and accountable, particularly in these trying times.
Obi’s comments pointed out the aggravation experienced by some Nigerians who feel that the President ought to be in direct communication with people rather than through middlemen.
He emphasized, “He (Tinubu) needs to talk to the people. The people need to listen to him because we elected him. We didn’t elect spokespersons to speak for anybody.”
“We want the man we elected to speak to us because that’s the person that was elected. So, we must change and have a proper parliamentary system where the President should be able to be questioned by the people.”
If he takes out a loan, he will be aware of its purpose. If he enters into any agreement, we will understand the terms. However, he has not signed anything yet, and once he does, we are left questioning what was agreed upon.
In a nation where corruption and opaque practices have traditionally hampered progress and undermined public confidence, this appeal for openness is vital.
Obi also emphasized the need for openness in Nigeria’s oil sector, which is vital to the country’s economy. By providing access to this kind of information, the government can guarantee improved resource management and lessen the likelihood of corruption.
