Dele Momodu, a 2023 presidential aspirant of the Peoples Democratic Party, has called for stricter discipline within the administration, particularly concerning the political situation in Rivers State.
In an open letter to President Bola Tinubu on Thursday, Momodu emphasised the importance of enforcing discipline, referencing actions by the former governor of Rivers State and current Federal Capital Territory minister, Nyesom Wike. “Your new disciple, Nyesom Wike, has publicly disrespected you in the Fubara matter,” Momodu stated.
The ongoing political tension between Wike and the current Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has raised concerns. Momodu warned of potentially severe consequences if the situation is not addressed promptly, urging, “You need to sanction him before he throws Nigeria into total chaos.”
Despite being a member of the opposition, Momodu positioned himself as a concerned friend with a long-standing relationship with the President. He also criticized perceived wasteful spending by the administration, urging for absolute frugality in challenging times.
“Nigeria is in big trouble. Our economy has virtually collapsed. And what’s the way out? You’ve been wasting too much money at a time that requires absolute frugality. Please, stop this reckless propensity for wasting scarce resources,” Momodu wrote.
He further advised, “Invest in vocational skills for our highly talented youths, local agriculture, and upgrade our institutions of learning. Giving cash to politicians to distribute is unhealthy and unhelpful. It is the height of cluelessness.”
Momodu also cautioned against the influence of sycophants, particularly in the National Assembly, advising the President to be wary of those who worship him. He concluded, “In the name of God, beware of those hero-worshippers at the National Assembly who have turned you into God. NDUME is your best friend. Listen to him. There’s danger ahead.”
