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Why Buhari should’t wait till September before ministerial appointments

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9 years ago

July 23, 2015

An economic and social rights group, Centre for Social Justice (CENSOJ), on Wednesday criticized President Muhammadu Buhari’s declaration on Monday that his cabinet would not be constituted until September.

The president, who was speaking in Washington at the beginning of his four day official visit to the United States, restated his position that it was neither prudent nor will it serve the interest of the government to make cabinet appointments immediately on assumption of office.

Mr. Buhari had explained that his administration would first put rules of conduct and good governance in place before the appointments to ensure that due process was followed, apart from the need for sufficient time to correct the ills of the past government.

But, Lead Director of CENSOJ, Eze Onyekpere, said although there was need to put rules of conduct and good governance in place, there was no indication that the President was preparing fresh sets of laws and regulations to guide the conduct of governance.

Mr. Onyekpere said existing Financial Regulations were good enough to facilitate good governance, pointing out that what was lacking in previous administrations was the political will to enforce them.

The president, he said, did not need to reinvent the wheel, but to continue from where his predecessor stopped, considering that governance is a continuum.

“Even if the president is engaged in drawing up new laws and regulations or restructuring Ministries as has suggested, the process needs not take the whole of June, July and August 2015. It can be done in a shorter period. It can be done now,” Mr. Onyekpere said.

In view of the volume and enormity of work to be done to clean the misdeeds of the past, he said more hands should be involved in the cleansing exercise, adding that there was no justification for only one or two persons to carry the load of reforms alone.

“Nigeria is too big for only a few persons to think they can solve all the economic, political and social challenges alone. It cannot work and will only deepen the challenges,” he said.

Even if the president would wait till September 2015, Mr. Onyekpere said it was imperative for some critical sectors of the economy to get Ministers immediately, particularly now that there was no economic policy directive to guide citizens and investors, while economy seems to have stagnated.

“The Naira is fast losing value by the day, while quoted stocks have lost a good part of their value. Investment decisions are delayed and the last budget implementation report that was published was for the second quarter of 2014. No one seems to know, or the public have not been briefed on the implementation of the 2015 budget.

“Besides, no one seems to be in charge of the preparation process of the 2016-2018 Medium Term Expenditure Framework and the 2016 budget. We do not see the Permanent Secretaries in the appropriate Ministries managing the processes that would resolve these afore-stated challenges. Hence the need for Ministers in the Finance and Economy portfolios to steer the economic ship of state and move it away from running aground,” he said.

Having got the approval of the National Assembly to appoint 15 special advisers, the director said at no time does the president need advisers, especially on National Assembly matters, than now, particularly with the raging crisis in the National Assembly.

The president, he said, needs the guidance and briefing of the Legislative Adviser to take a principled and nuanced approach to the crisis and to push through principal bills he may wish to forward to the National Assembly in the coming days.

Mr. Onyekpere also criticised the president’s decision to make major domestic policy decision in a foreign land through foreign media organisations, pointing out that the timing of the announcement on the appointments should better have been done in Nigeria.

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Seyi Tinubu gave me a terrible Christmas -prophet Ikuru

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18 hours ago

December 26, 2024

Sahara Weekly

The prophetic hall of fame, prophet Godwin Ikuru of Jehovah Eye Salvation Ministry has reacted to the cold reception and rejection he recieved from the son the son of the president,seyi Tinubu on Christmas day.

Speaking about the incident, the prophet reiterated that he felt Insulted by seyi Tinubu’s cold reception towards him on Christmas day ” i had a terrible Christmas and it was caused by Seyi Tinubu,I called him to wish him merry Christmas and he told me that he doesn’t know me,I really felt deeply insulted because we know eachother even if he wasn’t in a good mood that yesterday,he shouldn’t have denied knowing Me because i fought and went through a lot because of the father and he’s aware of everything, denying me is not necessary,it was intensely excruciating because it was a Christmas day ”

Prophet Ikuru is a staunch supporter and defender of the president, Ahmed Bola Tinubu , he’s the major prophet that prophesied that Tinubu was going to become the president and fascinated immense attacks and hatred for that ,he also escaped assassination for the sake of the president

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Prophet Ikuru bombarded with calls from opposition parties to join them against 2027

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4 days ago

December 23, 2024

Sahara Weekly

By Collins Nkwocha

Prophet Godwin Ikuru has cemented his position as one of the leading prophets on the African continent, as an integral part of APC , the prophetic hall of fame never hid his love for the president, Ahmed Bola Tinubu whom he prognosticated into power and fought several battles for his sake

It’s alarming to discover that several political parties are wooing the handsome prophet against 2027 as they believe that his true potential is being underutilised in APC who left him without a portfolio,they kept bombarding him with numerous calls for him to leave the ruling party and join them against 2027

Despite the numerous calls and emissaries sent by the opposition parties,the prophetic hall of fame has kept faith with APC because of the unending love he has for Mr.president,Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu as he’s willing to remain with him despite all the happenings and odds.

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Director General NSC, Bar. Bukola Olopade Extends Christmas Greetings to Christians in Abeokuta South and Across Nigeria

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6 days ago

December 21, 2024

Sahara Weekly

Director General NSC, Bar. Bukola Olopade Extends Christmas Greetings to Christians in Abeokuta South and Across Nigeria

By Solanke Ayomideji Taiwo

In a heartfelt message, The Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Honourable Bukola Olopade, has extended warm festive greetings to Christians in Abeokuta South, Ogun State, and across Nigeria as the nation embarks on the joyous celebration of Christmas.

Recognizing the significance of this time of year, Olopade emphasized the essence of unity, love, and gratitude that the Christmas season embodies. He urged citizens to reflect on the virtues of compassion and generosity, which are particularly vital in fostering peace and harmony in communities.

“Christmas is a time for joy, reflection, and togetherness. It reminds us of the values of love and kindness, which are fundamental to our social fabric,” said Olopade. “As we celebrate this festive season, let us remember those in need and extend a hand of support to one another.”

The Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Honourable Bukola Olopade, acknowledged the challenges that many have faced over the past year, including economic hardships and social unrest, yet he expressed optimism for the future. “In the spirit of Christmas, let us embrace hope and look forward to a brighter tomorrow. Our unity and resilience can overcome any challenges we face.”

Olopade also highlighted the importance of sports in promoting peace and national unity, noting that the NSC is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all Nigerians can participate in sports and recreational activities. He encouraged communities to engage in sports events during the festive period as a means to strengthen bonds and celebrate togetherness.

As part of his Christmas message, Olopade called on everyone to prioritize the welfare of others, particularly the less fortunate. He urged individuals and organizations to consider charitable acts that can uplift those in need during this season of giving.

In closing, Bar. Bukola Olopade wished all Nigerians a Merry Christmas filled with love, peace, and joy. He expressed hope that the spirit of the season would inspire a renewed commitment to community service and cooperation among citizens.

As the festivities continue, the Chairman’s message resonates with the values of compassion, unity, and hope, encouraging all to celebrate the true meaning of Christmas.