Consider this: a sitting president labelled Atiku Abubakar a thief, yet no arrest or prosecution followed—only repeated public accusations. Now, another sitting president seeking re-election makes similar claims, alleging the wrongful sale of national assets, but again without pursuing legal action. If such allegations were substantiated, due process would naturally follow. Instead, many are left to accept assertions in place of proof.
In more advanced democracies, allegations of this magnitude are tested through institutions, not amplified through rhetoric. Evidence is presented, cases are tried, and accountability is enforced. That standard is not beyond our country—it is simply a matter of collective insistence on truth over narrative.
It is also important to recognize that our underdevelopment often benefits a select few. Those who gain from the status quo may resist leaders capable of driving real reform and broad-based prosperity. This is why discernment is essential, especially at pivotal moments like this.
Recent concerns raised by institutions such as the World Bank regarding undisclosed spending under the APC-led administration deserve careful and objective scrutiny. Similarly, comments from figures like Nasir El-Rufai on this same issue should not be dismissed outright but evaluated on their merits.
Our Nation stands at a critical juncture. The opportunity before us is not just to choose leaders but to demand credibility, transparency, and competence. If leadership is anchored on clear vision and accountability, the impact—within the first 100 days or beyond—will not need to be proclaimed; it will be evident. Jigi will not be required for us to feel its impact – FAB
