Former PDP Deputy National Chairman Bode George has condemned Lagos elders for prioritizing discussions about taking over King's College during their recent meeting with President Bola Tinubu, overlooking pressing issues like infrastructure decay, unemployment, and poverty. George expressed disappointment that the elders failed to address these critical concerns, calling it a missed opportunity to advocate for Lagos residents. He highlighted the worsening condition of municipal roads near the Oba of Lagos' palace, the plight of Lagos youth facing unemployment and poverty, and criticized the President's economic reforms, particularly soaring fuel prices. George urged the government and Lagos leaders to prioritize meaningful reforms to address the state's deteriorating infrastructure and improve the lives of its citizens.
Former Deputy National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party , Bode George , has criticized Lagos elders for failing to address the state's pressing issues during their recent visit to President Bola Tinubu .
He pointed out the worsening condition of municipal roads near the Oba of Lagos' palace, including areas like Jankara Market and Idumagbo, which have been neglected for over 20 years. George further criticized the President’s economic reforms, particularly the soaring fuel prices, and urged the government to prioritize the dignity and relief of Nigerians by lowering fuel costs and ensuring the benefits of locally refined products are felt.
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