The top whip of the senate, Ali Ndume, reiterated his position on the planned move of important government offices to Lagos in a news article published by The Cable News, despite having a child who works at the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). Ndume stressed that his comments on the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) and some CBN offices moving to Lagos were grounded in facts rather than subjective opinions. CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>
Last week, Ndume cautioned against the relocation, highlighting potential “political consequences” associated with the decision. This drew criticism from various quarters, including former presidential aide Doyin Okupe and Senator Sunday Karimi, who distanced the senate from Ndume’s comments.
However, Ndume remained resolute, citing patriotism as the driving force behind his statements. He underscored the need to focus on the substance of the issue rather than individuals involved. Despite initial backlash, Okupe later acknowledged Ndume’s intentions for the country’s well-being.
‘I SPOKE THE TRUTH’
Speaking with TheCable on Monday, Ndume said his comments that there would be political consequences were the truth.
He said: “Even if my ward is working in CBN, is she the only person that is going to be transferred to Lagos? There are hundreds of people that they planned to move to Lagos. Whenever an issue like this crops up, instead of addressing the issue, the people and some of the reporters will now concentrate on the messenger, not the message. CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>
