It is ironic how people suddenly become experts on good governance and morality once they are out of office. When in power, they commit the very atrocities they later preach against. Are we all guilty of enabling this hypocrisy?
The Corrupt Preacher
A man whose presidency was marred by corruption scandals suddenly becomes a champion of anti-corruption the moment he leaves office. The same individual who turned a blind eye to looting and mismanagement now lectures the public on integrity and transparency.
The Puppet Turned Advocate
The man whose government was controlled by proxies, with no independent leadership, will later become the loudest voice advocating for decisive and firm governance. Where was this wisdom when he had the chance to lead with authority?
The Incompetent Security Expert
A former governor who failed woefully in providing security—resorting instead to persecuting perceived religious enemies—now offers unsolicited advice on how to secure the nation. Shouldn’t his track record disqualify him from speaking on such matters?
The Patriot In Disguise
A man who plundered the national treasury and stashed the loot abroad suddenly becomes the face of patriotism. He gives grand speeches on loving Nigeria while his wealth develops foreign economies.
The Hypocritical Journalist
A journalist who once pocketed campaign funds meant for distribution among colleagues suddenly becomes a poster child for transparency. He preaches accountability, despite having once betrayed the trust of his peers.
I Beg, Ṣé Ẹ̀yin Wèrè Yì Ó L’ójútì Ni?
(Are you mad people not ashamed?)
Once they are out of government, these political vampires suddenly become saints. Àwon òkúùgbẹ́ dede kò ní jẹ́ ká rétí gbọ́ràn mọ́n (These political corpses refuse to let us breathe).
Why can’t you people be honourable for once in your lifetime?
Òlóríburúkú wọn (Cursed people), walking around like abandoned car tires, pretending to be saints when they are the architects of our suffering. They prance around as if they’ve lost their minds, just like their corrupt peers.
Everything must not revolve around money and power. There should be a time for decorum and ọmọlúàbí (good character).
Why can’t you, just once, think about the masses?
Why is it always about you and your children, while the common people are left to suffer?
Àwon òlóríburúkú ènìyàn aìíjírí (Good-for-nothing wretches), with necks as long and thin as a liquid Maggi bottle.
If you lack elders in your family to teach you decency, why not learn from leaders abroad?
In the United States, within a short period, over $5 billion was paid into the government’s account by people who subscribed to President Donald Trump’s Golden Card scheme.
Meanwhile, here in Nigeria, our leaders sell the country’s soul to Lebanese, Chinese and Arab terrorists, granting them unrestricted access without adding any value to our nation.
Ọ̀rọ̀ gbogbo yín sú mi (I am tired of all your nonsense), but are we all guilty?
•Mogaji Arisekola writes from Ibadan.
