In the final analysis, it is sad to hear a Nigerian official putting down Dangote refinery in a video that has gone viral. He slammed the company for substandard product and seemed to be quite inclined to continuous importation of fuel. I wonder what role this gentleman has played in the revitalization of refineries owned by the government, and I also wonder where his loyalties actually lie. President Ahmed Tinubu must hear this.
Mr. President sir, the suffering in the land is dire. I hope your handlers are telling you the truth. People are in peril. Universities are shutting down faculties for inability to pay Band A electricity bills. Even the rich and affluent are afraid to turn on lights in their homes. The poor are being driven to further desperation. We are in the throes of the dilemma of the Rime of the Ancient Mariner: “Water, water everywhere,” he cried, “but not a drop to drink.”
My prayer: May the 4th Republic not crumble on your watch.
Michael O. Ovienmhada.
Author, Playwright, Poet and Public Affairs Commentator.
omeekey@hotmail.com
