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COSEYL Condemns Ndume’s Remarks on Tinubu, Questions Selective Criticism
The Coalition of South East Youth Leaders (COSEYL) has strongly criticized Senator Ali Ndume for his recent comments directed at President Bola Tinubu.
During a recent event, Ndume alleged that certain forces had fenced off and restricted the President, expressing frustration that Tinubu was inaccessible amidst current economic challenges.
He further criticized the Nigerian government, describing it as being controlled by “kakistocrats and kleptocrats.”
In response, COSEYL issued a statement on Saturday questioning Ndume’s selective vocalization, noting his silence during the previous administration of President Muhammadu Buhari.
The statement highlighted Ndume’s sudden outspokenness now that a southern leader is in power, suggesting a political shift in his stance.
COSEYL also pointedly remarked on Ndume’s representation of Borno South, implying that if all promised projects and development initiatives were effectively delivered, youth employment would be higher, potentially reducing social challenges in the region.
COSEYL urged Nigerians to view Ndume’s criticisms with skepticism, alleging that his outspokenness coincides with personal interests rather than genuine concern for ordinary citizens.
The organization called for a critical appraisal of Ndume’s motives and a focus on substantive issues affecting governance and development in Nigeria.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has stated that his administration’s economic reforms have helped stabilise Nigeria’s economy and placed the country on a path toward steady growth.
He said “My reforms have stabilised Nigeria’s economy and put it on a path of steady growth.”
The President added that the reforms are creating more opportunities for development across the country.
However, many Nigerians reacted online, with some questioning the impact of the reforms and saying they have yet to experience the positive effects.
Nigerian politician and FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, has said that he is aware many civil servants do not like him.
He shared that he understands why he is unpopular among some civil servants, explaining that funds previously spent on unnecessary conferences are now being redirected to road construction projects.
He said “Some people say conferences for corruption and I say what is that? You are going for conferences to do what? These are ways government funds are being diverted. I say put this money in this road here and the people will get the impact.”
The Federal Government of Nigeria has reacted to rumours claiming it has approved Adire as the new fabric for the NYSC uniform.
It can be recalled that the Federal Government recently announced plans to review the NYSC uniform, which sparked speculation online that Adire had already been selected as its replacement.
However, the government has clarified that no final decision has been made regarding the new uniform.
“I mentioned Adire during the discussion. I also mentioned Ankara. My intention was simply to cite examples of some of the proposals that have been put forward in the course of our consultations. It was not an announcement that any particular fabric has been adopted or approved to replace the current NYSC uniform.”
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