Federal Government Officials Acting Like Dictators – Jonathan Blows Hot

Jonathan has warned that Nigeria cannot progress under a dictatorship, citing the political crisis in Rivers State as evidence of widespread abuse of power. He slammed government officials for refusing to uphold justice and democratic values. Read the full details now!

 

 

By All Facts Newspaper

 

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has issued a stark warning that Nigeria cannot progress under a dictatorship, stressing that the ongoing political crisis in Rivers State is a symptom of a larger governance failure in the country.

 

Speaking at the Annual Colloquium of the Haske Satumari Foundation in Abuja, Jonathan accused government officials in the executive, legislature, and judiciary of deliberately abusing power to serve their personal interests rather than upholding justice and democratic values.

 

“The key actors in Nigeria, from the executive to the legislature and the judiciary, know the right thing to do, but they are pretending to sleep. Waking such a person is extremely difficult,” he said.

 

Jonathan Condemns Rivers State Political Crisis

 

The ex-president, who hails from the Niger Delta, expressed deep concern over the crisis in Rivers State, which escalated following President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency, leading to the suspension of Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy Ngozi Odu, and all elected members of the state assembly.

 

Jonathan revealed that many Nigerians had urged him to speak out, particularly since the crisis threatens democracy and economic stability. He warned that investors will not risk their money in a country where the judiciary is compromised and judgments are influenced by politicians.

 

“No businessman can bring his money to invest in a country where the judiciary is compromised, where a government functionary can dictate to judges what judgment they will give,” he lamented.

 

Jonathan insisted that abuse of power across all levels of government is eroding trust in democratic institutions, making it difficult for Nigeria to attract economic growth and social development.

 

“We Must Insist on Doing What is Right” – Jonathan Warns Public Officials

 

Calling for a return to true democratic values, Jonathan urged executive officers, lawmakers, and judicial officials to put the country first, even when it is inconvenient.

 

“If we want to build a nation where our children and grandchildren will be proud, no matter how painful it is, we must strive to do what is right. It may cost us, but we must pay the price,” he said.

 

Jonathan also criticized systemic inequalities in governance, adding that political leaders must actively promote fairness and justice rather than using their positions to suppress opposition and manipulate the law for personal gain.

 

At the colloquium, Kudla Satumari, founder of the Haske Satumari Foundation, emphasized that the event was organized to highlight systemic injustices and push for inclusive governance.

 

“Equity does not mean giving people entitlement, but ensuring that those who deserve to be heard are included in governance. Without fairness, the system collapses,” he stated.

 

Is Nigeria Headed for a Dictatorship?

 

Jonathan’s remarks have reignited debates over the erosion of democracy in Nigeria, particularly under Tinubu’s administration. Many believe that the suspension of elected officials in Rivers State is a dangerous precedent that could be used to silence opposition across the country.

 

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