According to the report from the Sun, a former member of the House of Representatives, who represented Amuwo Odofin Federal Constituency in Lagos State, Hon. Oghene Ego expressed his admiration for President Bola Tinubu and his eagerness to collaborate with him, highlighting specific actions that have earned his respect.
He acknowledged the temporary hardship caused by Tinubu’s swift removal of fuel subsidies but emphasized that the long-term benefits will outweigh the short-term challenges.
He asserted that the decision to eliminate fuel subsidies required boldness and was not undertaken by previous presidents.
By redirecting the substantial portion of the country’s revenue previously allocated for subsidies, he stated that Tinubu has made funds available for critical projects, demonstrating a commitment to the nation’s development and fiscal responsibility.
He said, “I want to work with Mr. President. He is a bold man. There are certain things he has done that have endeared him to me. During the electioneering, some presidential candidates said they would remove subsidy of fuel. But Tinubu came and removed it immediately.
Yes, it is causing some hardship, but let’s not forget that it is temporary. Any good decision must cause some hardship, but there will be long term enjoyment. What he did, all former presidents could not do. Before Tinubu came, 80 per cent of the country’s revenue was used to take care of the subsidy. But you will praise him for stopping that. By removing the subsidy, he saved a lot of money for projects.”….Sêe_Morē