Debunking the Phantom Debts and Ecological Loan Fallacy
My attention has been drawn to trending claims by the Anambra State Government that my administration left behind inherited debts, including a ₦2 billion ecological loan, contractor liabilities, and unpaid salaries, gratuities, and pensions. This is completely false.
We systematically liquidated historical gratuities and arrears dating back several years, amounting to over ₦35 billion. At the point of handover, the state owed nothing in salaries, gratuities, or pensions, nor did we owe anything to any contractor for projects duly executed and certified.
The ₦2 billion ecological fund in question was released barely three months before the end of my tenure for the Oko/Umuchiana erosion crisis. Despite pressure to spend the money, I refused, insisting that it should be left for my successor because government is a continuum and the funds were tied to a specific project.
The money was therefore left 100 per cent intact in First Bank, in Account No. 2018779464, with a balance of over ₦2.13 billion.
It is important to stress that funds tied to specific projects or set aside for particular purposes were not even included in the over ₦75 billion in savings we left behind.
If anybody can establish anything to the contrary, I will stop campaigning. -PO
Dear Young Nigerians,
One lesson from the 2023 elections, particularly in Lagos, should never be forgotten.
In the period following the presidential election and leading up to the governorship election, we witnessed a troubling shift in public discourse. Conversations that should have focused on competence, governance, development, and the future of our nation were gradually diverted towards tribal sentiments, ethnic divisions, and unnecessary suspicion among citizens.
Many sincere and well-meaning Nigerians participated in these conversations without realising that they were being drawn into narratives carefully designed by others.
Throughout history, whenever politicians find it difficult to compete on ideas, performance, character, or vision, some resort to exploiting the fault lines of ethnicity, religion, and identity. Their calculation is simple: a divided people are easier to manipulate than a united people.
Today, I see similar efforts emerging again, sometimes in more subtle and sophisticated ways. Narratives are planted, amplified, and circulated, often by individuals who genuinely believe they are defending a worthy cause, without recognizing the broader agenda behind such campaigns.
Let me state clearly that Pastor Enoch Adeboye remains one of the foremost fathers of faith in our nation. For decades, he has consistently preached the virtues of peace, prayer, love, reconciliation, and national unity. Even when faced with provocation, his response has always reflected humility, restraint, wisdom, and grace.
At 84 years of age, it would be unfair for young and able-bodied Nigerians to transfer to him responsibilities that properly belong to them. The task of building a better Nigeria rests primarily on the shoulders of the younger generation. It is their duty to lead the conversations, champion the reforms, and drive the positive change our nation urgently requires.
We must be careful not to become instruments in the hands of those who secretly nurture division while publicly preaching unity. In most cases, their target is not the individual being attacked; instead, it is the person who is attacking. Their real objective is to weaken the bonds that hold us together as one people and one nation.
I therefore urge all young Nigerians: do not allow anyone to recruit you into hatred. Do not allow anyone to weaponise your ethnicity, your faith, or your admiration for respected leaders.
Question every narrative. Verify every claim. Follow the facts. Resist manipulation.
The Nigeria of our dreams can only be built by citizens who refuse to be divided, who choose unity over hatred, and who place our collective future above narrow interests.
A New Nigeria is POssible. -PO
CLARIFICATION ON DEMOLITION OF PROPERTY
The Lagos State Government is compelled to address the recent allegations made by Mr. Peter Obi regarding the demolition of a property belonging to his brother. We wish to categorically state that the Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA) or any other arm of the Lagos State Government did not carry out the said demolition.
Dr. Olajide Abiodun Babatunde, Special Adviser, eGIS & Urban Development, who supervises LASBCA, has confirmed that the agency was not involved in the demolition. We find it disturbing that Mr. Peter Obi would make such allegations without verifying the facts.
The Lagos State Government is committed to upholding the rule of law and ensuring the safety and security of all residents. We will not tolerate any acts of lawlessness or violations of extant laws. Any individual or group found involved in such acts will be brought to justice.
We urge the public to disregard Mr. Peter Obi's claims and rest assured that the Lagos State Government will continue to work tirelessly to maintain law and order in our great state. We will not be swayed by baseless allegations or attempts to discredit our efforts.
Furthermore, we have directed the Permanent Secretary, Office of Urban Development, Arc. Gbolahan Owodunni Oki, FNIA, to request a full investigation by the Lagos State Building Control Agency into this matter. This investigation will help clarify the circumstances surrounding the demolition and ensure that any necessary actions are taken.
The Lagos State Government welcomes everyone to live and work in the state, and we assure all residents of our continued commitment to their safety and well-being.
Signed
Mr. Gbenga Omotoso
Honourable Commissioner, Information & Strategy
Lagos State Government
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~ GOODNEWS
Guys, “About A Boy & His Muse” is finally showing in Nigeria, all African countries and North America!
This project means a lot to me & I’m finally happy to share this project with yall.
Please watch and kindly RT for others 🙏
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Alhaji Bola Ahmed Tinubu in 2014 said that the bulk of security matters rests on the table of CIC
Bola stop insecurity
Bola stop kidnapping
Bola stop banditry
We are tired of sprinkling the blood of Jesus every eke market day 😤
Since March 2022, OVIAOZA you've rubbed people of their hard earned money with lies & deceit. The court is not helping out. Give us back our money. People are suffering 😭😭😭
@officialEFCC
Please look into this matter and help us..... 🙏🙏🙏
Nigeria still operates Data Silos. INEC doesn't speak to BVN, BVN doesn't speak to NIN, NiN doesn't speak to everybody else. DVLA doesn't like the rest, Immigration strolls around when they want to. Nigerian Police is oblivious off all data, EFCC is looking for Slips, and ICPC couldn't care the less.
Nigerian Population Commission nko, that one still dey sleep.
Fix these, and then we can start looking at this API business that should be the private sector driven.
Listen, the Naira is now floating. That means the Central Bank of Nigeria is no longer defending it with $1.5 billion monthly as we have been doing for the last 40 years. If you and I want a strong Naira, we must defend the Naira with our consumption habits. If you are not using Glo, don't come on social media to insult Tinubu. You can't be part of those sending $20 million to South Africa and India daily through MTN and Airtel and blaming Tinubu for what your actions caused. Insult Tinubu with Glo so the Naira can blow! Which country can have a strong currency if its people are crazy enough to spend $20 million on a foreign service that can be provided locally?
Isn't it funny that a person goes on TV dressed entirely in foreign-made clothes from head to toe and proceeds to lambast Tinubu for the drop in the value of the Naira? We do not seem to understand cause and effect. Imagine your father has a farm, and you don't water it. But you water your neighbour's farm. Yet you criticise your dad for not having a bountiful harvest. Does that make sense? Everything you spend your money on a foreign product, you are watering your neighbour's farm. Shoe from Italy, shirt from Hungary, tie from Germany, suit from Turkey, and the only thing you have for Nigeria is your criticism. How won't the Naira fall?
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