Pastor Tunde Bakare Urges President Tinubu to Prioritize Anti-Corruption Efforts Over Fuel Subsidy Removal


In a pointed address delivered on Sunday, August 13, 2023, Pastor Tunde Bakare, the Serving Overseer of the Citadel Global Community Church, called on President Bola Tinubu to focus on eradicating corruption rather than imposing economic hardships on Nigerians through the removal of fuel subsidies.​

Bakare's Critique of Subsidy Removal

Pastor Bakare criticized the government's approach to fuel subsidy removal, describing it as "impulsive" and poorly executed. He argued that the policy failed to address the root causes of corruption within the oil sector, instead burdening ordinary citizens with increased costs of living. 
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Call for Anti-Corruption Measures

Emphasizing the need for systemic reform, Bakare urged the President to "kill corruption, not Nigerians." He suggested that the government should focus on identifying and prosecuting corrupt officials and corporations that have exploited the subsidy system, rather than penalizing the general populace. 
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Impact on Nigerian Citizens

The Pastor highlighted the adverse effects of the subsidy removal on Nigerians, including increased transportation costs, inflation, and diminished purchasing power. He expressed concern that the government's palliative measures were insufficient to alleviate the widespread economic distress. 
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Political Implications

Bakare also cautioned against the "Emilokan" politics, a term referring to the notion of entitlement in political leadership. He warned that such attitudes could lead to authoritarian governance and a disregard for democratic principles. 

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Pastor Tunde Bakare's address serves as a critical reflection on Nigeria's current economic policies and political climate. His call for a focus on anti-corruption measures over punitive economic reforms underscores the need for leadership that prioritizes the welfare of all citizens.​

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