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Obasanjo Urges Rich Nigerians to Support the Less Privileged
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo recently urged wealthy Nigerians to take action to help the impact of the ongoing economic hardships faced by less privileged citizens.
He made this appeal during the 25th edition of the Omo Olowu Day celebration, which took place at the Oba Odeleye Park in Oke-Sokori, Abeokuta.
Obasanjo emphasized the importance of community support, stating that affluent individuals have a crucial role in uplifting those struggling in these challenging times.
He believes that collective efforts can make a significant difference in improving the living conditions of many Nigerians.
During the event, Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun echoed Obasanjo’s sentiments by highlighting the need for collaboration between his administration and the Owu Kingdom to boost sectors like agriculture, trade, and business.
This partnership aims to foster economic growth and achieve food security for the state.
Governor Abiodun expressed his commitment to enhancing Ogun State’s tourism potential, emphasizing that his administration is dedicated to developing the tourism sector as part of a broader strategy for social and infrastructural advancement.
He stated that a focus on grassroots development is essential and that the people must be central to the state’s future-building efforts.
The governor remarked, “This festival serves as a powerful reminder of our rich cultural heritage while reinforcing values such as communal harmony, love, and unity—principles that remain vital in today’s society.”
He mentioned how the state’s culture and traditions not only shape its identity but also inspire progress within communities.
Abiodun also acknowledged the remarkable achievements made by the state in recent years, showcasing how cultural festivals like Omo Olowu Day celebrate both heritage and progress.
He welcomed collaboration from individuals, businesses, and the private sector, urging them to join in the mission to promote cultural enrichment and economic development.
TV anchor Rufai Oseni makes headlines as he speaks on fuel subsidy in Nigeria. He shared that Nigeria can have fuel subsidy without the long queues at filling stations.
“When we were still paying subsidies, there were no long queues. We were subsidising. So you can still have a subsidy regime going on, and there will be no long queues because production was close by. Dangote had it. That’s just it. That argument also falls flat.
“The biggest beneficiaries of subsidy are not Nigerians. They are crony capitalists that have big infrastructure, and they do contracts. They have been the biggest beneficiaries of the subsidy,” he said.
Lagos State Governor, Sanwo-Olu, speaks to those in the electricity sector about the usual blackouts in the state.
He speaks on ways things can change in the state and how electricity can be provided.
“We need to drop corporate egos, abandon long-standing excuses, and confront the harsh realities obstructing progress in the power sector.”
“We, state governments, used to give excuses that everything is centralised, so the Federal Government has unbundled it now. What have we done in a year and a half?” Sanwo-Olu asked.
“We take two steps forward, we go five steps backward,” he said.
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has declared Thursday, August 20, a work-free day for public servants in the state to mark the Isese Festival.
Speaking on the celebration, he said “Ìṣẹ̀ṣe is not a relic. It is a living expression of our traditions and a celebration of Yoruba spirituality as an important part of Nigeria’s cultural and religious landscape,” he said.
He added “When the drums sound in Lagos on Thursday, they answer drums in Havana, in Salvador, in Port of Spain. Fifty-five million people and counting. Lagos is not observing a local holiday. Lagos is standing at the centre of a global heritage,” Aregbe said.
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