The Governor of Benue State, Samuel Ortom has berated the Buhari led administration, describing the last eight years as the worst in Nigeria’s history
According to Ortom, in the eight years of the present administration, Nigeria experienced a significant decline in prosperity, security, and competent governance.
Ortom recalls the flourishing Nigeria under former President, Goodluck Jonathan and contrasts it with the current state under President Muhammadu Buhari’s leadership.
From Top To Bottom
He claimed that this government took the country several years backward making life miserable for all Nigerians.
“The President Muhammadu-led administration took Nigeria from the top to bottom making life miserable for all Nigerians”.
“I served under the then President Goodluck Jonathan’s administration and we all saw how Nigeria flourished under that administration.
We all knew what the prices of foods and services were at the time.
“We also know what our exchange rate was at the time and what it is today.
I want Nigerians to do a simple comparison and you will realise how bad it has been under this government and how Nigeria has been taken several years backward by the Buhari government.
Corruption Is Endemic In This Government
Drawing a parallel between the two administrations, Ortom asked Nigerians to evaluate the changes in the prices of goods, services, and the exchange rate.
He contends that under Buhari’s administration, Nigeria has regressed by several years, marred by rampant corruption and mismanagement.
“The fact is that never in the history of Nigeria did we experience this kind of bad governance in the country.
“Corruption is so endemic in this government yet people who steal chicken are thrown into prison but people in government who are busy stealing the wealth of the people are walking free.
Buhari’s Apology
While accepting President Buhari’s recent apology to the nation, Ortom highlights that Nigerians continue to experience the impact of the government’s failures.
The governor also criticizes the president for his handling of the armed Fulani herdsmen crisis.
Despite the potential backlash, Ortom vows to continue speaking out against injustice, firmly believing it’s better to express the truth, regardless of consequences.
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He pledges to stand with the people of Benue and voice out against any perceived unfairness.
“The President recently apologised to Nigerians; we accept the apology but he must be told that he failed woefully and Nigerians are feeling the impact of that failure because we are all suffering.”
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The governor stated this during the commissioning of the headquarters of the Benue State Community Volunteer Guards (BSCVGs) and other projects, including the Benue Television Complex and the remodelled Benue Government Complex.
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