Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has made a bold statement, emphasizing that corrupt politicians are incapable of providing good governance. Speaking at a recent event in Lagos, he stressed that some government officials should be held accountable for their past wrongdoings, noting that “you cannot expect thieves to give good judgment in favor of the owner of the property”.
Obasanjo shared his personal experience, revealing that he was shocked by the level of corruption among election officials and the general disregard for ethics in politics. He recounted an incident where a colleague lied and brushed it off, saying “it’s all politics, Sir.” This, he believes, highlights the alarming normalization of immoral behavior in politics.
The former president urged Nigeria to move beyond transactional leaders, who prioritize personal gain over the nation’s well-being. Instead, he advocates for transformational leaders who embody truth, honesty, integrity, hope, production, and inclusivity.
Key Takeaways from Obasanjo’s Statement:
- Corruption and Governance: Corrupt politicians cannot provide good governance.
- Accountability: Government officials should be held accountable for past wrongdoings.
- Ethics in Politics: Politics should prioritize morality, principles, rectitude, ethics, good character, and attributes.
- Leadership: Nigeria needs transformational leaders, not transactional ones.
- Values: Truth, honesty, integrity, hope, production, and inclusivity should guide leadership.
Obasanjo’s words resonate strongly, emphasizing the need for a shift in Nigeria’s leadership paradigm to achieve genuine progress and development.
How useful was this post?
Click on a star to rate it!
Discover more from Inflowpost
Subscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email.
