Obasanjo’s Superiority Complex Makes Him Criticise Every Regime, Project
It’s no secret that former President Olusegun Obasanjo has a history of criticizing major infrastructure projects in Nigeria, often with a tone of disdain and skepticism.
Recently, his criticism of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway has sparked a heated debate, with many accusing him of being motivated by jealousy and a desire to undermine the legacy of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
However, it’s worth noting that this is not the first time Obasanjo has been proven wrong in his criticism of a major projects. The Eko Atlantic City, a massive urban development project in Lagos, was also criticized by Obasanjo in the past. But today, the project is a resounding success, with many hailing it as a testament to Nigeria’s potential for growth and development.
The success of Eko Atlantic City has effectively shut Obasanjo up, and it’s likely that the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway will have a similar effect. The highway, which aims to connect Lagos to Calabar and boost economic development in the region, has the potential to be a game-changer for Nigeria’s economy. And it’s this potential for success that has Obasanjo quaking in his boots.
Obasanjo’s criticism of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway is not just about the project itself, but about the legacy of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Tinubu, a highly respected and influential politician, has been instrumental in shaping Nigeria’s development agenda. The Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway is just one of many projects that will cement his legacy as a visionary leader.
Obasanjo, on the other hand, is struggling to come to terms with the fact that Tinubu is rapidly eclipsing him in terms of national value and recognition. The former president’s own legacy is marred by controversy and criticism, and he is desperate to cling to relevance. By criticizing the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway, Obasanjo hopes to undermine Tinubu’s achievements and distract from his own failures.
But Obasanjo’s criticism of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway is not just about politics; it’s also about his own selfish interests. The former president has a history of prioritizing his own interests over the needs of the nation, and his criticism of the highway is no exception.
By opposing the project, Obasanjo is putting his own ego and legacy above the needs of the Nigerian people. He is willing to sabotage a project that has the potential to transform the lives of millions of Nigerians, simply to feed his own jealousy and insecurity.
In light of Obasanjo’s track record of criticizing successful projects and his obvious jealousy of Tinubu’s legacy, it’s time to ignore him. The Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway is a project that has the potential to transform Nigeria’s economy and improve the lives of millions of people.
Rather than listening to Obasanjo’s negative rhetoric, Nigerians should focus on supporting the project and celebrating the vision and leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The success of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway will be a testament to the power of visionary leadership and the determination of the Nigerian people.
As Chris Ososa Asuelime so well put it, “The venom in Obasanjo is raging in jealousy because the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway would be a monumental huge success that will also immortalize the legendary leadership legacy of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.” It’s time to ignore Obasanjo’s envy and focus on building a better future for Nigeria.
