A former national legal adviser to the Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC), Chief Kenneth Udeze, national chairman of the Action Alliance (AA), has emphasized the noteworthy accomplishments of the statewide demonstration against corrupt governance in Nigeria. According to him, the demonstration not only gave government officials a fresh understanding of their primary responsibility, which is to serve the people, but it also served as a potent reminder that power ultimately belongs to the people.CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>
He further stated that the protest has set a precedent that will be referenced for years to come, marking a pivotal shift in public consciousness and governance. He raised concerns about President Tinubu’s actions, particularly regarding the Malta refinery and the alleged secret subsidy payments. He emphasized that these issues, brought to light through the protest, demand transparency and accountability from the government, reflecting the enduring impact of the people’s demand for better governance.
He said in an interview with The Sun, “Some say there was no benefit achieved over the nationwide protest against bad governance. Do you share in such a view? The achievements recorded from the protests are many, and it will serve as a reference point many years to come. But beyond that, the consciousness that power belongs to the people and that government is all about the people has been instilled in the mind of those in government.
President Tinubu still has a lot to tell Nigerians, especially his involvement in the Malta refinery. Did he really remove the subsidy and privately indulge in paying himself secretly? The protest was the medium utilised to escalate that rumour.”CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>
