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Published on 2024-03-07 20:58:06
The recent emergence of a photo showing Niger state governor, Mohammed Umar Bago, kneeling to greet President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has sparked reactions from various quarters. This development comes just a few days after Governor Bago expressed support for Peter Obi’s stance that it was shameful for Nigeria to accept food donations from war-torn Ukraine. Renowned former presidential aide, Reno Omokri, expressed his thoughts on the matter, questioning if it was indeed the same Governor Bago who had recently supported Peter Obi.
According to a report by SaharaReporters, Governor Bago voiced his agreement with Peter Obi’s assertion that Nigeria should not be accepting food aid from a country like Ukraine, which is facing the ravages of war. His comments were made during the Leadership Award ceremony held at Transcorp Hilton in Abuja on March 5. In his statement, Governor Bago emphasized the need for Nigeria to be self-sufficient in food production, highlighting the shame in relying on foreign aid for such a basic necessity.
Reno Omokri took to social media to express his surprise at Governor Bago’s visit to President Tinubu after publicly supporting Peter Obi’s position on the issue of food donations from Ukraine. This incident has caused a stir among Nigerians, with many questioning the governor’s sincerity and consistency in his political allegiances.
In his tweet, Omokri posed the question, “Is this the same Governor Mohammed Umar Bago of Niger who was praising Peter Obi over his Ukraine comment yesterday?” The juxtaposition of Governor Bago’s actions has raised eyebrows and led to speculation about the motivations behind his recent show of deference to President Tinubu.
Peter Obi, on the other hand, has been vocal in his criticism of Nigeria’s reliance on foreign aid for food assistance, particularly from countries like Ukraine. In a statement posted on his verified social media account, Obi described the situation as a national disgrace that stems from years of leadership failure and misplaced priorities. He called for a reevaluation of Nigeria’s resource management and allocation, emphasizing the need to invest more in productive sectors like agriculture.
The controversy surrounding Governor Bago’s contradictory actions and statements highlights the complex and often murky world of Nigerian politics. As the country grapples with pressing challenges such as food insecurity and economic instability, the actions of its political leaders come under increased scrutiny. The episode involving Governor Bago, Peter Obi, and President Tinubu serves as a reminder of the delicate balance of power and influence in Nigeria’s political landscape.
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