By Bilesanmi Abayomi
In a thought-provoking one-minute video shared recently, Comrade Lanre Balogun stirred public discourse by questioning the prevalent blame game culture in Nigeria, particularly targeting President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Balogun, amidst the backdrop of escalating challenges facing the nation, challenged the notion of solely attributing all woes to the presidency.
Balogun’s stance reflects a growing sentiment among Nigerians who are increasingly disillusioned with the incessant blame placed on political leaders, especially the president, for the country’s myriad issues. He emphasized the need for collective introspection, suggesting that blaming the president alone is oversimplifying the complex socio-political landscape of Nigeria.
Highlighting recent events, Balogun pointed out instances where individuals, rather than the president, bear responsibility for contributing to the nation’s woes. He cited the alarming case of a chief orchestrating the kidnapping of school pupils in Ekiti State, questioning whether such criminal acts should be squarely laid at the president’s doorstep.
Furthermore, Balogun drew attention to the economic challenges plaguing the country, such as the skyrocketing prices of essential commodities like cement and iron. He challenged the narrative that solely blames the president for these economic fluctuations, urging Nigerians to consider broader systemic issues at play.
Notably, Balogun condemned the practice of hoarding petroleum products for profit, highlighting it as a symptom of deeper societal problems that transcend presidential authority. His remarks underscored the need for a holistic approach to address Nigeria’s multi-dimensional challenges, emphasizing the role of both individual and collective efforts in effecting meaningful change.