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“Corruption Must Be A Consistent and Continual Fight” – Olusegun Obasanjo
To tackle corruption effectively in Nigeria and promote genuine leadership, former President Olusegun Obasanjo emphasized that the fight must begin with those in leadership positions.
According to him, without addressing corruption at the highest levels of power, achieving meaningful progress will remain difficult.
Obasanjo shared these thoughts during an interactive Zoom session on Sunday night titled Boiling Point Arena.
The discussion, which was broadcast on several private radio stations in Abeokuta, Ogun State, focused on his political legacies and his perspective on contemporary Nigerian challenges.
Addressing the deeply rooted nature of corruption, Obasanjo described it as a multifaceted problem that has deeply infiltrated Nigerian society.
He blamed those in positions of authority for perpetuating this issue, noting that corruption has become so entrenched that it resists simple or short-term solutions.
To illustrate his point, Obasanjo referenced a saying attributed to the late Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Siddiq Abubakar III, the father of the current Sultan, Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar.
The saying likens corruption to a babariga—a traditional flowing garment worn by men in the northern part of Nigeria.
The metaphor captures the difficulty of managing corruption; If you try to fold the garment on one side, it unravels on the other side.
If you try to hold it together on both sides, you can’t keep your hands up for long, and as soon as you let go, it falls apart again.
He explained that corruption is not a challenge that can be tackled within a single government term.
It’s not a one-day affair, nor is it limited to one or two administrations, Obasanjo noted.
He stressed that the fight against corruption must be consistent and ongoing, warning that once one government relaxes its efforts, the problem spreads further and becomes harder to control.
APC chieftain Joe Igbokwe has pointed fingers at Nigerian traders for the continued surge in food prices across the country. In a Facebook post on Saturday, the outspoken supporter of President Bola Tinubu’s administration accused traders of being too greedy to reduce their prices.
He added that even as statistics suggest that the cost of food is starting to drop, traders have refused to comply. Furthermore, he expressed frustration, saying the refusal to lower prices shows a deeper problem of selfishness among citizens. According to him, Nigerians are their own worst enemies, driven by greed and a habit of taking more than they need.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is set to travel to Rome this Saturday to attend the inauguration of Pope Leo XIV, the new leader of the Roman Catholic Church. The invitation came directly from Pope Leo XIV, who emphasized the importance of the president’s presence during this significant moment for the Church and a world facing many challenges.
Pope Leo XIV, formerly Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, will be officially installed as the 267th Bishop of Rome on Sunday, May 18, at St. Peter’s Square in the Vatican.
President Tinubu will be accompanied by key Catholic figures, including the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, Archbishop Lucius Ugorji of Owerri, Archbishop Ignatius Kaigama of Abuja, Archbishop Alfred Martins of Lagos, and Bishop Mathew Hassan Kukah of Sokoto.
Notably, Pope Leo XIV has a special connection to Nigeria, having worked at the Apostolic Nunciature in Lagos during the 1980s. After the ceremony, President Tinubu is expected to return to Abuja on Tuesday, May 20.
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has urged Nigerians to preserve their culture and ensure it doesn’t fade away with time. Speaking through his deputy, Barrister Adebayo Lawal, at the 2025 World Egungun Festival grand finale held in Ibadan, Makinde emphasized the importance of keeping traditions alive.
The event took place at Obafemi Awolowo Stadium in the Oke Ado area and was graced by top dignitaries including Chief Lekan Alabi, who represented the Otun Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, Osun State’s Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Hon. Ojo Abiodun, Prince Adeola Adelakun of Oje Parapo Worldwide, and Oyo State’s own Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Dr. Wasiu Olatunbosun.
Makinde stressed that culture and tourism are key focus areas for his administration, and his government is committed to supporting efforts that will keep local traditions thriving. He added that by investing in cultural events and heritage, the state can boost its economy through tourism and increase revenue. He said, “We must not let our culture die. I’m glad to see young people taking part in this celebration, not just the elders.”
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