Ex-Jigawa Gov Lamido Blames Nigerians For Nation’s Challenges

A former Governor of Jigawa State and prominent leader in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Sule Lamido, has placed the blame for Nigeria’s current challenges on the citizens themselves. Lamido made this statement during a Ramadan fast-breaking event at his residence in Bamaina on Sunday.

The remarks came in response to recent calls for the formation of a new political party to challenge President Bola Tinubu in the upcoming 2027 elections. These calls followed suggestions by the immediate-past Governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, urging opposition leaders to unite under the Social Democratic Party (SDP) to “rescue Nigeria” from the current administration.

Lamido, however, placed the responsibility for Nigeria’s present situation on the citizens, pointing out that Nigerians had made the choice to vote the PDP out of power and bring in the All Progressives Congress (APC) without fully considering the consequences of their decision.

“As I have been saying, Nigerians don’t know much about Tinubu. He is an expert in deceit and selfishness,” Lamido said, reflecting on the current political landscape.

The former governor further explained that emotions, such as rage, greed, hate, and envy, were not enough to challenge President Tinubu. “You cannot challenge Tinubu with rage, greed, hate, envy, or wickedness. He is a master of all that,” Lamido said. “Only the ideals of truth and nationalism can confront him effectively,” he added.

Lamido also urged politicians who were once part of the PDP to return to the party, asserting that rejoining a political family that had effectively governed the country from 1999 to 2015 was not something to be ashamed of.

He emphasized that only a united and strong PDP could regain power and deliver effective governance for the people of Nigeria.

“When a nation faces difficulties, its leaders must not let personal grievances affect their judgment. We need to reflect, be honest with ourselves, and ask: Are we better off now than we were before this government took over? The answer is no,” Lamido stated, urging a serious self-reflection on the country’s current trajectory.

In conclusion, Lamido’s comments call for unity and honesty in addressing Nigeria’s political and governance issues, urging Nigerians to reconsider their choices in the wake of the nation’s current challenges.