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Nigeria’s ‘Elite’ Obsessed With Resource Acquisition – Farotimi
Nigeria’s ‘Elite’ Obsessed With Resource Acquisition – Farotimi ....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Social commentator and lawyer, Dele Farotimi, says those considered as members of the elite in Nigeria have not done anything to turn around the fortunes of the country for the overall benefit of the masses.
According to him, members of the “elite” in Nigeria are consumed with the “stupid acquisition” of the country’s commonwealth and sharing it among themselves and their family members.
Farotimi was a guest on Inside Sources with Laolu Akande, a socio-political programme on Channels Television aired on Friday.
He said, “These are people consumed by consumption. They don’t think beyond what they will eat next, or what they will drink, that’s the only thing that ever comes to their mind.
“It’s just about existing, they don’t think beyond their lifetime. All they focus on is stupid acquisition of money, obscene display of debauchery of all sorts, and ever more debased acquisition of the commonwealth. Are those the ones you call elite?
“Mindless acquisition of money. They live stupidly, consumed by the pursuit of money, we don’t have an elite in Nigeria. If we are a country blessed with an elite, they would have demanded better both of themselves and the society.”
Farotimi said the peak of fulfilment for members of the “elite” in Nigeria is the acquisition of exotic houses in choice places around the world and the possession of second passports to guarantee protectionism in case they need to flee Nigeria for a haven.
He said, “The tragedy of the people called elite is that the pinnacle of their achievement in their eyes is their capacity to buy homes abroad and be able to take their children abroad.
“They build things that their children cannot even inherit. They are building a country that their children cannot survive in. Are those the ones called elite? Which elite?
“Nigeria is not blessed with an elite class however you look at it whether in the academia, whether in politics, whether in the economy itself.
“The only thing they compete about is that ‘my private jet is bigger than yours’. That’s all. Exactly what have they done in our society that is suggestive of them to be called elite?
“All of them are carrying second passports. Each and every one of those you may consider elite in Nigeria today has a second passport…Or they go buy one of the Mediterranean states passports including traditional rulers.
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“Tension In Kwara: Disgruntled APC Aspirants Defy Governor, Take Grievances Directly To President Tinubu!”
Ten APC governorship aspirants in Kwara State have addressed an open letter to President Bola Tinubu, expressing strong opposition to the reported mobilization of traditional rulers to secure a presidential endorsement for the party’s governorship candidate, Speaker Yakubu Danladi-Salihu. The aspirants characterized the speaker’s emergence during the May 22, 2026, primary as highly controversial.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Protection of Traditional Institutions: While acknowledging the importance of monarchs as cultural custodians, the aspirants argued that traditional leaders should remain neutral and not be involved in partisan political maneuvers.
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Prioritizing Insecurity: The group questioned the urgency of mobilizing royal fathers for political endorsement when similar efforts have not been directed toward seeking federal support to address the security challenges affecting various Kwara communities.
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Call for Resolution: Other party voices, such as APC chieftain Prof. Abubakar Sulaiman, have weighed in on the internal crisis, urging Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq to withdraw from the succession dispute as a potential solution to the ongoing unrest within the state party structure.
The aspirants behind the letter include prominent figures such as Dele Belgore (SAN), Saliu Mustapha, and Yahaya Oloriegbe, among others. Their intervention reflects an ongoing disagreement regarding the legitimacy of the recent primary outcome and the influence of the current administration on the selection process.
Following his landmark victory in Saturday’s gubernatorial election, Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji has officially received his Certificate of Return from the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). The presentation took place at the commission’s state headquarters in Ado-Ekiti, conducted by INEC Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) Bunmi Omoseyindemi on behalf of INEC Chairman Prof. Joseph Amupitan.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Event Highlights The ceremony was witnessed by an assembly of traditional rulers, party leaders, government officials, and the Governor’s supporters. During the proceedings:
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REC Omoseyindemi congratulated the Governor on his victory.
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He commended the residents of Ekiti for maintaining peace throughout the election.
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The REC emphasized that the smooth process highlighted the dedication of INEC and its partners to fostering democratic governance.
Governor Oyebanji’s Remarks Upon receiving his certificate, Governor Oyebanji celebrated the win as a shared victory for democracy and good governance. Highlighting the historic nature of his re-election, he noted that he is the first governor in the state’s history to secure consecutive electoral victories at the ballot box.
The Governor pledged to honor the trust placed in him by the electorate and extended his appreciation to President Bola Tinubu, APC members, security agencies, traditional and religious leaders, and various community groups for their roles in the successful and peaceful election. He further committed his administration to continuing policies focused on sustainable development and inclusive growth as he prepares to build on his first-term achievements.
The United States government has officially sanctioned several individuals and entities across West Africa, the Middle East, and Europe, accusing them of serving as financial facilitators for the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS). This announcement, released on Monday, June 22, by U.S. Department of State spokesperson Thomas Pigott, targets three individuals and six entities involved in moving funds for the terrorist organization.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Disrupting Financial Lifelines The move is part of a broader U.S. strategy to dismantle ISIS’s ability to fund regional affiliates and terrorist attacks globally. According to the U.S. statement:
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The designated network spans multiple countries, specifically identifying operations in France, Syria, Türkiye, and Nigeria.
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A France-based facilitator was targeted for providing information on explosives to ISIS supporters.
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A Syria-based operator was accused of using cryptocurrency to move funds for ISIS associates across various nations, including the United States.
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A Nigeria-based facilitator was designated for operating money exchange businesses that acted as conduits for financing ISIS activities.
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