Archbishop Emeritus of Catholic Archdiocese of Lagos, Cardinal Anthony Okogie yesterday warned President Muhammadu Buhari of a looming revolution if he fails to return to his inaugural address to the nation, incorporate his ruling party’s blueprint and redirect the ship of state.
Talking to newsmen in his Archbishop’s Court in Ikoyi, Lagos, he regretted that one year after Buhari assumed office, the poor masses were left to roam about without proper guidance. He pointed out that the majority wallop in penury in the midst of plenty.
“The swearing in of the APC government last year was perceived as a major milestone in the people’s quest for positive change and improvement in their quality of life. But a year later, thousands of workers are being laid off every day, the value of the Naira is falling drastically, while many states are owing their workers many months of unpaid salaries.”
Okogie further warned that the Federal Government, which gave so much promise last year, must tread softly with the Biafra agitators and Niger Delta Avengers, noting that there was so much poverty among the youth.
“There is a popular saying that to jaw jaw is better than to war war, I am aware that the Niger Delta Avengers have reeled out a number of conditions to be met before seizing further attacks on oil installations. I am equally aware that President Buhari has vowed to deal decisively with the militants.
“Just a few day ago, the Nigerian military stormed Gbaramatu Kingdom in search of ex-militant, Government Ekpemupolo, alias Tompolo. While condemning the disruption of our oil facilities under any guise, I equally want to, stress that the use of military force is not a solution.”
The Archbishop warned that use of force would only aggravate the situation.
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