IMF presses for end to subsidy

MUKHTARI says: “Wow. Increase taxes, then transfer cash directly to those who need subsidy, then devalue the naira by being more flexible with exchange rate so that people can’t afford basic medicines and then build rail, roads and power. But don’t borrow money. She basically came to say we have heard your bucket list of dumb economic policies. Please do whatever you want with your economy. In fact we will help you do whatever you want but don’t come to us for loan because you won’t be able to pay. I think government should please go to China and sell our future for the infrastructure.’’

Prince: “Why did she not recommend the termination of taking our petroleum abroad and refining them there and the termination of the importation of fuel? How many nations in the world take the petroleum in their countries abroad for refining and import fuel? Why did she not recommend the activation of all existing refineries, ensuring full capacity production from them, and most efficient distribution of fuel to the filing stations for consumption/use by Nigerians? Why did she not recommend the building of more sources of fuel, full capacity production from these and most efficient supply from them?’’

$2.1b arms scam, a hoax, says Dokpesi

JOHN says: “It’s about time PDP seeks penance for mismanaging our resources. Dokpesi started well. His prior attitude would probably have won him some leniency. Now, it seems that he has received some bad advice. If he pleads guilty, returns all of the money to the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and maybe spend some time in prison, that would not be such a bad thing.’’
Gabriel: “A hoax indeed, why was he arrested?”

UnapologeticallyYoruba: “After his card and appeals by his Son was rebuffed at Aso Rock right?’’
Ogunlola: “It is a pity that many Nigerians no longer believe in the judiciary and legislature which are fundamentals of representative democracy rather we believe in Buhari.”

Pure: “It is high time we start taking this crusade to the judiciary. The effrontery at which these people brandish their corrupt practice knowing fully well that our judges would compromise is really disturbing. Until we sanitize this arm of government, the rich would keep escaping punishment while the poor go to jail for trivial offences. God would help us in this country.’’
Abate: “Did Dokpesi, not receive N2.1 billion from the NSA’s office? What service did he render for the NSA’s office or the Federal Government of Nigeria that he was paid that staggering amount?‘’

PDP cries out over alleged plot
to kill Metuh in detention

STRAIGHTSPOKEN says: “So, it is a one party state when we start arresting those that have stolen our commonwealth? Until Nigerians can rise above these sentiments, these bad administrators will continuously nurture their corrupt ways, expecting that voices like yours will support then. Your next comment will probably be that there are also thieves in APC, which is absolutely true- but should we not first address the most grievous and evident of these crimes instead of stalling until we can ‘catch’ everyone?’’

BigEasy: “The system is one party state now. PDP is learning their lessons because they would’ve done this by turning the country into one party state. I hope the next opposition that manages to get hold of power would do the same.’’
Victor: “Shameless criminals.’’

Charles: “The most heart-breaking aspect of the arms deal razzmatazz is the realization that while the North East of Nigeria was literally on fire and Boko Haram was having a field day slaughtering both our Ill-equipped soldiers and
defenceless civilians, the man in charge of advising our then President was busy sharing the fund meant for purchasing arms and ammunition.’’
Alpha: “After reading your post, all I need to say is God bless you.’’

My story on N1.7 billion allegation, by Fani-Kayode
TUNDE008 asks: “Where is Jerry Gana? He was the chairman of the so-called N21 billion raised by the PDP. Did PDP really raise that money? Or was it just a show of distraction?

Gabriel: “Are you serious?

UnapologeticallyYoruba: “Useless nonsense.’’

Egbokodo: “Is Kayode saying that it was donations that was used for the presidential campaigns? What was the money he got from the NSA used for?

Court denies granting Dasuki N250m bail

OSANEBI says: “What is correct is that the bail was granted by the court which had jurisdiction for the case, rather than give an impression that no bail was granted.’’

Damilola: “The news of their bail was aired two or three weeks ago, but the court never rebuffed it.’’

Abdullahi: “Yes, the Federal Government is right, because when it comes to the issue of national security, any rule of law is not working.’’

Joshua: “How can you now all of a sudden come out to deny that they weren’t granted bail after the news of it has been out for over a week.’’

Humphery: “Nigeria is in trouble! High court of FCT granted him bail but Federal High Court of Nigeria did not. A high court is a high court, let the government stop confusing Nigerians.’’

Eziokwubundu: “If Dasuki and others are found guilty let them pay for their action. What most people are saying is that the right process should be followed so that people will not cry of any witch-hunting.’’

Alcmene: “The question is did any court of competent jurisdiction at any point grant Dasuki and others bail? I understand where this man is coming from, he doesn’t want it to be seen as if Buhari disregarded the ruling of the Federal High Court.’’

Abdul-Jabbar: “I trust my wailing wailers, they will re-strategize and bring out another cheap blackmail.’’

Dipopooo: “Let them prosecute him and if he is found guilty, he should be appropriately punished. Corruption is not the only problem we have in Nigeria.’’

Dahmie2013: “This Dasuki’s case keeps getting more complicated. I pity him.’’

Daylay: “I still don’t understand how you will accuse an ex-NSA of illegal firearm possession just days after you sacked him. You even went on to say he wants to overthrow the government. Really funny.’’

Achuwa: “Dasuki was charged to more than one court on different offences. He got bail in one court and was not granted bail in the other court.’’

Letter to my anti-Buhari
compatriots
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TUNDE008 says: “The way the southeast voted says a lot. A region where the youths do not respect elders, there will always be disunity and the people are easily messed up.’’

Ralf: “I don’t tow ethnic or tribal line.’’

Joe: “You deviated from what the writer wrote. He was only saying that once an election is over, it is time for nation building. Yes I agree with him. The same is also expected of Pro-Buhari compatriots. They should stop the blame on GEJ so all of us can get focused and build a better Nigeria. The government was handed over to PMB since May 29th but you still blame GEJ. As for your stereotype about the Igbos, an elite should not be generalizing issues.’’

Nigerian marathoner considers nationality switch

RALF asks: “Are you asking for citizenship from other countries? Which one? Iraq, Syria, Somalia may need you.’’
Rev: “This is what Nigeria has come to. Wow, Buhari has really brought change.’’