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80% Of Nigerian Businesses Do Bribes - World-Bank by Nobody: 1:54pm On Aug 14, 2012 |
The World Bank, in an investment assessment report released recently, showed that 80 per cent of businesses in Nigeria offer bribes to government officials, adding also that the country remains the most attractive investment destination in Africa despite the high rate of corruption. "One-third of micro-enterprises reported that informal payments/gifts to government officials were commonplace, suggesting that registered firms confront more requests for such bribes," the report stated. "Only 20 per cent of micro-enterprise firms reported having advance knowledge of the amount of the payment required to 'get things done'. "Informal payments/gifts represented approximately 1.2 per cent of annual sales for all micro-enterprises." The report, which analyzed businesses in 26 states within the country, noted that government contractors have to pay approximately 4.3 per cent of the contract value in order to secure and maintain contracts. States analyzed include: Adamawa, Akwa Ibom, Bayelsa, Benue, Borno, Delta, Ebonyi, Edo, Ekiti, Gombe, Imo, Jigawa, Katsina, Kebbi, Kogi, Kwara, Nasarawa, Niger, Ondo, Osun, Oyo, Plateau, Rivers, Taraba, Yobe and Zamfara. "The bribes required to obtain contracts appear much smaller for services (3.9 per cent) than for manufactured goods (6.7 per cent)," the report stated. "Formal sector firms pay more for corruption: 47 per cent of formal firms claimed that informal gifts/payments were commonplace, compared to 33 per cent of micro-enterprises." http://www.businessdayonline.com/NG/index.php/news/76-hot-topic/42789-80-of-nigerian-businesses-do-bribes-world-bank |
Re: 80% Of Nigerian Businesses Do Bribes - World-Bank by Nobody: 2:03pm On Aug 14, 2012 |
HNosegbe: The World Bank, in an investment assessment report released recently, showed that 80 per cent of businesses in Nigeria offer bribes to government officials, adding also that the country remains the most attractive investment destination in Africa despite the high rate of corruption. Imagine how attractive Nigeria would have been if corruption weren't such a giant hydra-headed monster. Kill corruption, and many of our problems will be dealt with. |
Re: 80% Of Nigerian Businesses Do Bribes - World-Bank by Chanchit: 2:12pm On Aug 14, 2012 |
They should jst shut up, if they know this much about Nigeria, why are they still borrowing us money, it means they also stand to gain something... And for the people recieving the bribe in Nigeria, they are jst been greedy and blind, cos @ the end of the day, the contractors would use sub-standard materials and won't even complete the project.. 1 Like |
Re: 80% Of Nigerian Businesses Do Bribes - World-Bank by Kobojunkie: 2:38pm On Aug 14, 2012 |
Well, duh!! |
Re: 80% Of Nigerian Businesses Do Bribes - World-Bank by 1800bc(f): 3:02pm On Aug 14, 2012 |
Always bad things about NAIJA,the other day, it was Richard Branson's statement,there sure is some good in Nigeria common! |
Re: 80% Of Nigerian Businesses Do Bribes - World-Bank by Kobojunkie: 3:11pm On Aug 14, 2012 |
1800bc: Always bad things about NAIJA,the other day, it was Richard Branson's statement,there sure is some good in Nigeria common! I don't believe that is what you are being told here. You are being told that Nigerian itself tends to ALLOW BAD THINGS. |
Re: 80% Of Nigerian Businesses Do Bribes - World-Bank by olugbemi4u: 3:48pm On Aug 14, 2012 |
1 THE CREED FOR ACTION OLUWAROTIMI O. AKEREDOLU ESQ. SAN ONDO STATE GOVERNORSHIP CAMPAIGN DECLARATION @ AKURE 11TH APRIL 2012 2 THE CREED FOR ACTION INTRODUCTION There is bound to be some unanimity in the opinions expressed on what appears as progressive degeneration in Ondo State. There is virtually no aspect of our lives that has not been affected, adversely, by a combination of factors. The ascendance to position of authority by clueless elements in all tiers of government is directly responsible for the parlous state of our infrastructure. The situation at present is all the more deplorable owing to the relentless pillage of our commonwealth by successive governments. The state bleeds profusely at present from the devious designs of functionaries who embark on meaningless projects ostensibly to defraud. There has been a preponderance of over-bloated contracts for white elephant projects, a direct indication of a regrettable mindset predisposed to looting. There have been attempts made to elevate cheap propaganda to state art; suborned tabloids fall over themselves to sing the praises of a directionless political leadership. Nebulous civil society organisations promoted by the government of the day shower encomiums on the Governor endlessly. It has taken outsiders to recognise the imaginary achievements of the current government. The reality on ground is the day-to-day song and dance which is dubbed governance. Sycophancy is promoted and genuine criticisms offered to government attract caustic reactions. The recent revelation on the mindless looting of scarce resources in the state supports our position that the art of governance must not be left in the hands of those whose sole purpose in government is crude acquisition of material wealth. I make a solemn pledge to reverse this unfortunate trend. Our great party, Action Congress of Nigeria, as my choice of political platform to realise this dream, is not fortuitous. I have been an ardent follower of Chief Obafemi Awolowo’s political philosophy right from my secondary school days. The Action Group was a party whose achievements remain unrivalled in the annals of politics in Nigeria. I grew up in Owo and witnessed the progressive politics of the nascent party at a close distance. Pa Michael Adekunle Ajasin was an inspiration to most of us in those days. The Unity Party of Nigeria, UPN, rose from the ashes of the AG with four cardinal programmes during the Second Republic. It was the 3 only party with a clear vision on how to solve the socio-economic problems facing the country. The Alliance for Democracy offered a redemptive message to the people of the South West at the beginning of the current democratic experience in 1999. Action Congress emerged to salvage the west from the rampaging locusts, exponents of the dubious gospel of “mainstream” politics. The unadulterated message of the new party provided the much needed balm for the bruised psyche of our people. Other people who believe in this lofty dream soon joined the Action Congress (AC) to form a larger party now known as Action Congress of Nigeria (ACN), which is arguably the most formidable opposition party in the country today. I enter politics with a mark of integrity and uncommon dedication to the service of the people. My most recent assignment as the President of the Nigeria Bar Association, NBA, at a time when the country’s political situation was precarious places me at a vantage position to lead the state at this critical moment. I make bold to say that I have remained rooted to the state of my birth despite my sojourn in another state where I practise my profession. My stint in government as the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice in the state made it possible for me to understand the intricacies of governance. I know the challenges faced by our people and I dare say that most of the socio-economic problems of the state are a direct result of lack of vision on the part of many of the successive governments in our State, most especially in recent times. I have practised law for the better part of my adult life and make bold to assert that my unceasing interactions with the Judiciary, Legislative and Legal Institutions place me in a better stead to ensure equity, justice, fairplay, real investments and physical development of the state in accordance with the law. I shall embark on developmental programmes making the people the central focus. At no time will my administration trample on the rights of the citizens in a bid to mask massive looting and diversion of the state’s resources. I shall embark on policies of transformation which generations yet unborn will consider imperishable. I shall arrest the drift to bankruptcy if I am given the opportunity to serve the state. The practice which limits the art of governance to the allocation of revenue from the centre without any ingenious means of creating wealth will be a thing of the past. I shall strive to establish a synergy between the private and the public sectors. Civil servants will be 4 encouraged to perform the roles for which their offices were established in the first instance. The economic potentials of the state will be fully realised. The resources of the state shall be deployed to enhance the quality of existence of the citizenry. The welfare of our people shall constitute the primary purpose of governance. Government, under my leadership, shall maintain a balanced economic growth. We will be responsible and responsive to the people. Nature has endowed our state bountifully; I shall avail myself of Ondo State’s unique qualities and shall utilise capital stocks to improve the lot of our people. Since development is about people, it will be a matter of priority for our government to harness the natural, human and cultural capitals. The near-absolute dependence on oil revenue is unhealthy for a state whose contribution to the economic development of the old Western Region was phenomenal. The mere lip service always paid to the crucial issue of development by successive governments and the deceptive window dressing of the current administration is antithetical to real growth. Our natural capitals, both renewable and non-renewable resources, shall be managed properly. We shall ensure that the rate of harvest does not exceed the rate of generation, that is, sustainable yield. In a similar vein, waste generation and disposal will be handled in a manner that will ensure that the assimilative capacity of the environment is not overstretched (sustainable waste disposal). For non-renewable resources, the rates of waste generation from projects shall not exceed the assimilative capacity of the environment. The depletion rates should require comparable development of renewable substitute for those non-renewable resources such as hydro-carbon (bitumen, oil and gas), solid minerals and others. I will strive strenuously to develop the infrastructural base of the state to an extent that will attract investments. The unique location of our state in the country will bring genuine businessmen with long term interest in investing in industries thereby enhancing commercial activities. Tourism shall become a veritable source of revenue for our state. Our ancient cities such as Owo, Idanre, Ondo, Oke-Igbo, Okitipupa, Ikare, Akure, among others, shall witness unprecedented transformation in the area of tourism. Construction and maintenance of roads shall be a priority in my administration. 5 Our state used to occupy a pride of place in the country as one of the foremost localities with highly educated indigenes. The rich cultural heritage of our various communities is legendary. Not a few patriotic indigenes now wonder how we came to this sorry pass. Can any honest person join the current bandwagon of praise singers when all there is to governance is the performance of the absurd? My administration, if elected, will endeavour to do more than the current showbiz in the educational sector. Public schools will compete favourably with the best private schools in the state. We shall embark on aggressive and massive agricultural and maritime projects with a view to creating jobs. We will promote cottage industries which will serve as catalysts to revamp economic activities in the rural areas. The government will lay a very solid foundation for the agricultural sector. Exportation of cash crops and semi-finished products will be achieved to stimulate the economic space and bring real prosperity to farmers as against cash hand-outs, a practice designed to defraud the state. Training of farmers in modern farming technology will attract prime attention from my administration. Health care delivery system will be developed to an acceptable international standard which the state can afford to render, comparable to what obtains in advanced countries if our resources are properly managed. We will develop primary health care delivery system to the extent that infant and maternal mortality rates will be drastically reduced. Our judiciary will be overhauled to enhance quick dispensation of justice. We will restore hope in the judicial arm of government by ensuring its independence in the true sence and providing the necessary infrastructural support. As an active practitioner, I possess sufficient grasp of the needs of the judiciary. These challenges will be confronted headlong as far as the extant law permits. I started the reforms when I served as the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice of the state. I have since encountered a bigger picture of the systemic failure in the judiciary as a very active Bar man and, more importantly, as a former President of the NBA. My modest achievements are eloquent testimonies to my determination to make things work in our state. Our state has been in the news lately due to the aggressive self-promotion of the government, a thing to expect in the year of election. We were also made to know that certain elements have been feeding fat on the scarce resources of the state through nebulous projects and over bloated contracts. It is sad indeed to know that the real reason why the 6 functionaries of the government have thrown themselves into a state of frenzy in their so called quest for developmental projects is far from their belief in altruism. Not only will we prevent such fiscal recklessness and brazen abuse of power, we will be determined to sanction anyone who tinkers with the resources of the state. I shall be launching a “State Development Plan” which will act as a guide towards the realisation of the afore-stated objectives. I intend to predicate my Vision, based on democratic ideals, on a Five Point Agenda. My Vision is to make Ondo State the economic, industrial and technology-driven commercial hub of the South West geo-political zone where quality of life is sustained in both the rural enclaves and urban centres based on the principles of regional competitiveness and integration. The cardinal principles upon which my administration shall set sail are listed below: 1. Agriculture 2. Knowledge 3. Entrepreneurship 4. Technology 5. Infrastructure 7 AGRICULTURE Food Security The government under my leadership will ensure that there is a marked departure from the current practice wherein farmers are dumped and forgotten in obscure centres in the rural areas and are brought out periodically for photo sessions to score cheap political points. We shall take the issue of farm settlements as a top priority. It is scandalous that an issue as basic as food is becoming a major challenge in a state which paraded wealthy farmers in the past. Only experts who are ready to assist in solving problems will be engaged at any level. The knowledge that this state can serve as the food basket of the region, against the backdrop of the heart-corroding over-dependence on oil revenue, is scandalous, to state the least. There is no part of the state that is not economically viable. It takes a visionary leadership to recognise the significance of agriculture in the economy of the state. Cash crops such as cocoa, rubber, oil palm, coffee, timber, cow pea, cassava, yam, kolanut, maize, Soya beans, citrus, plantain etc can be cultivated on an industrial scale in the state. Cocoa is cultivable in all parts of the state. It is sad indeed that this erstwhile money spinner plays no noticeable role in the so called internally generated revenue in the state today. What justification can there be for the relegation of this cash crop to subsistence existence? Is anyone thinking of what the resuscitation of the cultivation of this cash crop will do to the moribund industries in the state? My administration will encourage the establishment of agro-allied industries which have the capacity to produce cocoa butter, cocoa powder, cocoa liquor and beverages. Any private concern which displays sufficient commitment towards development along the line of production will be most welcome. Rubber is found in Araromi Obu and the Forest Belt of the state in commercial quantity. How great will it be if the industries rushing to Ghana are convinced to return to Ondo State for the purpose of manufacturing tyre for both local consumption and export? Oil Palm is cultivable in all parts of the state. Malaysia came to the country to pick palm kernel seedlings in 1962. That country is the chief exporter of palm oil products in the world today. My administration will revive the cultivation of oil palm plantations in the state. 8 Coffee can be cultivated in the Forest Zones. Beverages and stimulants can be produced from this crop. Timber abounds in the Forest zones and a few other areas in the state. Planks, logs, panels will be available for both local use and export. Cow pea, yam and cassava can be cultivated in almost every part of the state. Grits, flour, adhesives, starch, feeds, cassava chips, livestock, yeast and mosquito expellers are direct derivatives of these crops. Kolanut can flourish in Oke igbo, Ondo, Ijare, Ore, and generally in Forest zone. Maize is a staple crop in most parts of the western region. From this we can derive corn flour, grit and maize for domestic and industrial use. The cultivation of Soya beans, citrus and plantain may be widespread in that virtually all parts of our state can engage in their farming even on an industrial scale. Citrus will give fruit juice, animal feeds, wines, baby food, essence oil etc. With Soya beans the state will get cereal and barley products, margarines and oil etc. Plantain supplies plantain flour, chips/crisps and plantain ball. Our farmers shall receive technical assistance from experts on how to improve their farming techniques. My administration will establish Produce purchasing board akin to what operated in the Action Group days. Farmers will be protected from all forms of exploitation. Large scale farmers will be encouraged by the government. The government will partner with banks which are ready for real business to guarantee loan facilities extended to genuine farmers with verifiable claims. I promise to lay the foundation for rejuvenation of agriculture in the real sense. Our state has no reason running cap in hand begging for allocations of even several years ahead of the constitutionally guaranteed term to service greed. It is an insult to the memory of the hard-working people of the state, indeed our ancestors who laboured strenuously to bring prosperity to our land, for anyone to collect huge hand-outs from Abuja and embark on a voyage of discovery, executing state policies whimsically and expecting applause for embracing the philosophy of waste and thievery. Land Reforms My administration will ensure orderly spatial development. The emergence of reserved slums in the major towns of our state will be halted. Government will ensure that areas designated for industry and agriculture are not appropriated for other purposes. Our residential 9 quarters must be accessible and conducive to peaceful existence. Designated commercial centres will be developed and maintained. I intend to engage the services of experts in Geographic science to advise on how to manage our environment for efficiency and improved productivity. KNOWLEDGE Qualitative Education The state of education in the country today should ordinarily excite disquiet. Our state which used to be a reference point in the past has also slipped, regrettably, into the league of educationally disadvantaged states. This is tragic indeed. The State, under our administration, will make education free and compulsory at primary and secondary school levels. Employment and periodic training of qualified teachers will also be our priority. Our public schools will be restored to their former glory. No section of our state will be discriminated against through government policies. All existing public schools shall feel the positive impact of governance. Our Universities, Polytechnics and Colleges of Education will receive close attention from my administration. The problem of under-funding will be addressed. Of utmost significance to me shall be the issue of curriculum review by our institutions to meet the challenges of the 21st century. We must all work towards reversing the unfortunate trend which has continually ensured that not only are our graduates not employed, most of them are also not employable. Education at all tiers shall aim to train students to become better citizens. Graduates of our higher institutions will possess three key qualities upon graduation; critical thinking, initiative and effective communication skills. Other centres of learning such as school of nursing, vocational schools among others shall be adequately funded and equipped to meet the demands of development. Information Technology shall form another plank upon which the administration will base development. Our government shall invest in ICT and our schools and institutions of higher learning stand to derive immense benefits from the acquisition of IT knowledge. 10 ENTREPRENEURSHIP Economy The state will initiate policies that will encourage less dependence on revenue allocation from the centre progressively. It is ironic that our state which contributed immensely to the economic growth of the defunct Western Region is almost helpless without the hand-outs from the Federal Government. My administration hopes to look critically into the following areas with a view to diversifying the economy: Tourism will be developed as an alternative source of revenue in the state. Our tourist sites in Aiyetoro Coastal Zone, Idanre mythical and historical hills, Ebomi Lake held religious awe by the people of Ipesi- Akoko, the mythical Igbo Olodumare in Oke-Igbo and other sites will be developed for the visits of local and international tourists. Other monuments of imperishable significance will be preserved and protected for the state. Our efforts will provide jobs, create legitimate avenues for trade and provide revenue for the state. Our natural resources will be exploited for the benefit of the people of the state. Our state has no business with poverty. There is limestone, shale, gypsum, silica sand, bitumen among others. The rural areas will feel the direct impact of governance. To achieve this end the government, under my leadership, will be committed to creating enabling enviroment for the establishment of the following: Coastal and Inland Fish Farming Red Brick Manufacturing Plant at Okitipupa Ofada Rice Mill at Alade in Idanre and along rivers floodplains Glass and Silica Sand Factories at Akure Stone Quarries in Akoko Exploration and Development of Solid Mineral Resources such as; 1. Clay in Lamu in Akure LGA, and Shogbon in Okitipupa LGA; 2. Iron-ore Akunnu in Akoko N.E; 3. Kaolin in Ifon in Owo LGA 4. Lignite in Ute, Owo LGA; 5. Silica Sand in Igbokoda; 6. Tar Sand in Foriku and Ode Aye etc. There is no point restating the fact that our industries have either folded up or are operating far below capacity level. Political office holders play 11 unprofitable games with issues of development. I will provide leadership that will free our people from this unfortunate hand-out mentality, a situation which has reduced professionals to miserable rent collectors, contractors and even pimps. Our people have the capacity to be great again. We ranked among the best in the past. We have no business being poor. Transportation of goods and services will be improved to meet the realities of an aspiring modern economy. Our waterways will be utilised to reduce the traffic and its attendant risk on the badly maintained Highways. It will be possible for anyone who intends to travel to Lagos or Ogun States from Ondo State to do so with minimal stress. In addition to this, our administration will encourage interested investors from the private sector to partner with members of the public to promote transport companies. The government will actively encourage this venture to ease the burden of transportation. Our women, market women, professionals, artisans and petty traders shall be encouraged and actively supported to form cooperative societies. Micro finance facilities will be readily available to support those who are genuinely interested in adding economic value to our efforts in our quest for the development of the state. In addition, the government hopes to join the rest of the region in restoring the lost glory. Rail lines linking the states in the region will serve as significant stimulus to the aspiration for economic integration. 12 TECHNOLOGY Our administration shall establish a TECHY VILLAGE in the three Senatorial districts of the state in a public-private partnership arrangement. The taking off of these villages will be of immense assistance to our artisans. In addition to the acquisition of new skills, they will be able to update their knowledge in their chosen vocation. The government on its own part will encourage these artisans by making them participate in government projects. Our administration will discourage the practice which has reduced our people to miserable vendors of necessaries for the patronage of technicians imported to do what the people themselves are capable of doing, if given the chance. Our people will be engaged as part of our administration’s strategy of empowering the masses. Different vocations will be accommodated in this all-embracing attempt to free our people from poverty imposed by directionless government. Major public works will be executed by qualified companies, no doubt. Ancillary inputs must come from the local populace. Our people shall be trained for the purpose of development. They will be carried along in realising our vision and mission of laying the foundation for a selfsustaining environment. Artisans will be encouraged to take some time off their trades to be able to update their skills and they will still be able to generate income. No segment of the society will be neglected. The immediate effect of this policy will be easily discernible in the progressive decline in the influx of people from the rural areas to Akure, Ondo, Owo, Ikare and other urban centres in search of ever elusive opportunities. 13 INFRASTRUCTURE Environment/Infrastructure Management Our administration will take the issue of the environment very seriously. Our roads, hospitals, drainages, markets and other public utilities shall be fixed and managed to derive maximum benefits. The local governments will be encouraged to partner with the state in this regard. Energy Any aspiration towards technological development will remain a mirage in the main if the challenge posed by inadequate supply of energy persists. No state can run a productive economy on generator. My administration will enter into partnership with interested and serious private businessmen in the energy sector. We shall strive to generate electricity in addition to the little supplied through the national grid. This will serve as a tremendous boost to the near-moribund industries in the state. Health Care Delivery Primary health care delivery has been a major challenge in the state. It is not enough for government to build health centres in the rural areas without adequate personnel, equipment and drugs. We shall ensure that health officers are engaged to monitor our facilities and insist on the best hygiene practices which will curb the spread of preventable diseases. We shall invest heavily in the health sector. The difference in our approach, however, will be that the people shall have real access to medi-care. Water Resources It is highly regrettable that there is no city in Ondo State today, almost 37 years after its creaion, where water runs from the tap. It is also disgraceful that a government that receives a huge sum as monthly allocation has been unable or unwilling to provide water for the people to drink. Is it not ironic that our state, part of which is situated on the coastal plains, lacks water for human consumption? Of what benefit is the construction of a fountain when no living abode has water? It is a mark of lack of depth on the path of the “caring” government to place much 14 premium on beautification project which has no direct relevance to the welfare of the people at a great cost. We shall harness water resources in the state to provide potable water for domestic and industrial use. Road Consrtuction The current administration is embarking on some road construction limited to few urban arears, no doubt. The issue in question, amongst others, borders on the cost of the work being done at present. Our administration will halt the practice which allows contractors to act unethically while dealing with state resources. We shall embark on the construction of more roads both in the urban and rual areas of the state. Security One of the major issues which threaten the peaceful co-existence in the country today is security. The government at the centre has been so lax in this regard. The state government appears to be too busy with contractors and other jobbers to consider this issue as important. The warped idea of federalism practised by us emasculates the so called Chief Security Officer who is the Governor. My administration will put in place an effective community policing. Above all, the greatest security in the state will be found in the quality of attention given to the welfare of the people. Our youths will be employed to secure the state. They will complement the efforts of the police and other security agencies. 15 CONCLUSION The starting point for good governance is transparency, accountability of leadership to the people and judicious use of resources for meaningful impact and development. I shall endeavour to meet the people of the state periodically to render an account of my stewardship and have a direct feedback from them. Indigenes and citizens alike will be free to ask any question from government functionaries. The government in turn will use the medium to explain its policies and gauge their impact of their implementation on the citizenry. I bring myself forward to seek the mandate of the good people of Ondo State imbued with confidence that I possess deep understanding of the crucial socio-economic issues which must be resolved for the progress of the state. I am more than convinced that given my experiences of administrative processes, my training as an attorney coupled with an unbroken stretch of practice for almost three and a half decades and my passionate bid to ensure that our beloved state is free from directionless and dishonest government, I stand out among other eminent indigenes of the state to bring about the much desired change. I choose ACN political platform which represents restoration of hope for the masses. Babatunde Raji Fashola, SAN, is in Lagos holding aloft the banner of quintessential performance. Adams Oshiomole has exposed the lie in the seeming impossibility of making the people feel the impact of governance in Edo State. Rauf Aregbesola is busy demystifying the grandiose charade put in place to loot the resources of the good people of Osun State. This ascetic has proved to those who doubted the possibility of managing the scarce resources of a provincial enclave with daunting challenges that governance can only be meaningful if those in government order their priorities right. Kayode Fayemi is bringing to bear on governance in Ekiti State his cerebral competence. There are flashes of inspiration in the fountain of knowledge. Abiola Ajimobi is poised to clean the augean stable of ineptitude and corruption in the Pacesetter State. The people of Oyo State now have hope for a better tomorrow Ibikunle Amosun is making frantic efforts to turn around the gateway state after the activities of the locusts. The expectations of the people of Ogun State are very high. This chartered accountant is busy taking stocks of the level of malfeasance. He 16 has left no one in doubt as to his intention to make things work in the state. Above all, the ACN is the only political party in the country which has provided the alternative platform for the people of the country. The south west is determined to free itself from the debilitating effects of directionless government. Our people in Ondo State are poised to join their kinsmen in other states in the region for the emancipation of the downtrodden masses. The leaders of our party are notable individuals with enviable pedigree. They have provided veritable alternative to the behemoth which is resolute on keeping our people down as miserable underlings. In this regard, an especial mention must be made of the efforts of Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, the National Leader of the party. The political elites in the country are still coming to terms with the wizardry of this great leader whose activities continue to pose threat to those who hold the people by the jugular. Chief Bisi Akande, a former Governor of Osun State and Chairman of the party, whose antecedents are a constant embarrassment to the prodigal, has remained a bulwark of resistance to bad governance and irresponsible behaviour. Other party stalwarts are also worthy of mention. When the political history of this country is written the names of all these patriots will be etched in gold. I present myself for service as a humble indigene of this state. My aspiration is not borne out of desperation to grab executive power for self aggrandizement. I have practised law for well above three decades and can only thank God for his mercies. I am convinced that I can make the difference in the fortune of the state. I have the necessary experience and contact to make things work in our state for the benefit of the people. I promise that if elected to carry the banner of our great party in the next election, I shall abide by the precepts of the party. Together we shall strive to salvage the seemingly hopeless situation. My sleeves are rolled up to hit the ground running. I am ready to work. Are you ready? LET’S GO . . . its time for service. No more labour loss. 17 Bi ise o ba peni, a ki pese Mo se tan lati sise. Se eyin na setan? Eje ka bere … asiko ise ya. A o ni sise ase danu. I count on your support to realise this ambition. OLUWAROTIMI O. AKEREDOLU, ESQ, SAN. |
Re: 80% Of Nigerian Businesses Do Bribes - World-Bank by miteolu(m): 3:52pm On Aug 14, 2012 |
@olugbemi4u You have copied the whole syllabus 1 Like |
Re: 80% Of Nigerian Businesses Do Bribes - World-Bank by alaoeri: 3:54pm On Aug 14, 2012 |
Bribes & kickbacks are allow in business just that too much of everything is bad. Worldbank itself can't claim to be 100% saint afterall ωε all know there magomago. |
Re: 80% Of Nigerian Businesses Do Bribes - World-Bank by Nobody: 3:57pm On Aug 14, 2012 |
World Bank is CPC! World Bank is ACN! Its a gang-up, they hate GEJ because he's a Minority, World Bank is trying to Islamize Nigeria..... 1 Like |
Re: 80% Of Nigerian Businesses Do Bribes - World-Bank by madeinnigeria: 3:58pm On Aug 14, 2012 |
Oyinbo ppl and their bad use of english..we call it encouragement here not bribe...and there is notin wrong in encouraging ppl.. |
Re: 80% Of Nigerian Businesses Do Bribes - World-Bank by Fhemmmy: 3:59pm On Aug 14, 2012 |
kingoflag: World Bank is CPC! World Bank is ACN! Its a gang-up, they hate GEJ because he's a Minority, World Bank is trying to Islamize Nigeria..... Na wa oh, what would the world bank gain from such . . . Please say more about this, cos seems like you know more than we do |
Re: 80% Of Nigerian Businesses Do Bribes - World-Bank by mkmyers45(m): 4:00pm On Aug 14, 2012 |
Well, except you live in a cave we all know the @OP is correct maybe even reduced but surely can corruption be stopped? How am i stopping my own personal corruption? Thats the zillion dollar question.... |
Re: 80% Of Nigerian Businesses Do Bribes - World-Bank by mkmyers45(m): 4:01pm On Aug 14, 2012 |
made in nigeria: Oyinbo ppl and their bad use of english..we call it encouragement here not bribe...and there is notin wrong in encouraging ppl.. I just hope youre joking sha... |
Re: 80% Of Nigerian Businesses Do Bribes - World-Bank by Okijajuju1(m): 4:03pm On Aug 14, 2012 |
kingoflag: World Bank is CPC! World Bank is ACN! Its a gang-up, they hate GEJ because he's a Minority, World Bank is trying to Islamize Nigeria..... |
Re: 80% Of Nigerian Businesses Do Bribes - World-Bank by Nobody: 4:06pm On Aug 14, 2012 |
kingoflag: World Bank is CPC! World Bank is ACN! Its a gang-up, they hate GEJ because he's a Minority, World Bank is trying to Islamize Nigeria..... |
Re: 80% Of Nigerian Businesses Do Bribes - World-Bank by lacasa: 4:07pm On Aug 14, 2012 |
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Re: 80% Of Nigerian Businesses Do Bribes - World-Bank by ayoola2002(m): 4:18pm On Aug 14, 2012 |
made in nigeria: Oyinbo ppl and their bad use of english..we call it encouragement here not bribe...and there is notin wrong in encouraging ppl.. Dont mind them, life is all about give and take. What about halibuton scandal, are they not involve? |
Re: 80% Of Nigerian Businesses Do Bribes - World-Bank by CHIDIEJIOGU: 4:18pm On Aug 14, 2012 |
NA THESE WORLD BANK COACROACHES ARE TAKING TOO MUCH O.IS IT ONLY IN THIS COUNTRY THAT THERE IS KICK BACK IN BUSINESS? WHO NO WANT DO BUSINESS MAKE IM COMOT JARE AND THEY SHOULD STOP ABUSING US IN GUISE OF WORLD BANK WHATEVER. |
Re: 80% Of Nigerian Businesses Do Bribes - World-Bank by kayswag100(m): 4:19pm On Aug 14, 2012 |
ehen? Na im come b wetin? They v started with deir rubbish statistics again abi? When i comes 2 negative statistics, nigeria comes 1st! Positive stats, they wld say it isnt verifiable! This is total B.S!! |
Re: 80% Of Nigerian Businesses Do Bribes - World-Bank by Nobody: 4:20pm On Aug 14, 2012 |
Not suprised at all. |
Re: 80% Of Nigerian Businesses Do Bribes - World-Bank by Nobody: 4:30pm On Aug 14, 2012 |
ayoola2002: The Halliburton scandal is a very good example why so many big cooperation will not invest in Nigeria. Corruption drives most of them away. So if we had more investors, then we would have more jobs for Nigerians. |
Re: 80% Of Nigerian Businesses Do Bribes - World-Bank by kunlekunle: 4:39pm On Aug 14, 2012 |
its not bribery in western world, its corporate gift. |
Re: 80% Of Nigerian Businesses Do Bribes - World-Bank by phraze(m): 4:46pm On Aug 14, 2012 |
Whatever the case, World Bank just tickled Ngozi Okonjo Iweala. Your country is corrupt and you wanted to win a presidential seat at the Highest Stage Of Banking?? We have got u by the Clit Woman. Left to me World Bank is the Biggest Structure aiding Extortion. They too aea corrupt Jor. |
Re: 80% Of Nigerian Businesses Do Bribes - World-Bank by Nobody: 4:51pm On Aug 14, 2012 |
kunlekunle: its not bribery in western world, its corporate gift. Yeah, but the value of corporate gifts in Nigeria run into millions of naira. |
Re: 80% Of Nigerian Businesses Do Bribes - World-Bank by Kobojunkie: 4:56pm On Aug 14, 2012 |
ayoola2002:Those on their end involved have been purchased. Why are you still celebrating those involved on your end? |
Re: 80% Of Nigerian Businesses Do Bribes - World-Bank by Jarus(m): 4:58pm On Aug 14, 2012 |
Unfortunately true. |
Re: 80% Of Nigerian Businesses Do Bribes - World-Bank by Nobody: 5:06pm On Aug 14, 2012 |
Fhemmmy: Errr... It's called sarcasm, bro. |
Re: 80% Of Nigerian Businesses Do Bribes - World-Bank by pdone: 5:17pm On Aug 14, 2012 |
[size=14pt]Watch the Economic Hitman, and you will see who the real bribes are. The pot calling the kettle black. Sometimes I wonder if Madam Ngozi is an one of their agent. Despite all her education and experience, yet she cannot comprehend what is happening doors.That bogus is not a bank, it is a cooperate company. Why should we be borrowing money if not for people that stands to gain from it[/size] 1 Like |
Re: 80% Of Nigerian Businesses Do Bribes - World-Bank by esere826: 6:22pm On Aug 14, 2012 |
uncle Olugbemi4u, i cant fit to read ur article, it is too long and my eye is paining me |
Re: 80% Of Nigerian Businesses Do Bribes - World-Bank by Nobody: 6:24pm On Aug 14, 2012 |
Except I want to call it a day I'm not going to run a 250kva generator for 12hours. It simply does not make sense. And that's just one generator. If I have to dole out 20k every month to some PHCN guys at the control switch to supply power then that's exactly what I'm going to do. |
Re: 80% Of Nigerian Businesses Do Bribes - World-Bank by tcoach(m): 6:26pm On Aug 14, 2012 |
it is called PR, n it is practiced in d so called world bank thru der politics n in advanced countries only dt its excess certainly encourages corruption. |
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