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I’ll Fight Corruption More In 2014 – Jonathan by gratiaeo(m): 2:05am On Jan 01, 2014 |
President Goodluck Jonathan on Tuesday said irrespective of the challenges Nigerians might have faced, the country remained a truly blessed one, whose diversity remained its source of strength. Jonathan said this in his New Year message to the nation made available by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Dr. Reuben Abati. He added that the Federal Government would fight corruption more in 2014. He said, “Our administration believes that the cost of governance in the country is still too high and must be further reduced. We will also take additional steps to stem the tide of corruption and leakages. “We have worked hard to curb fraud in the administration of the pension system and the implementation of the petroleum subsidy scheme. We have introduced a Pensions Transition Arrangement Department under a new Director-General. This department will now ensure that those of our pensioners still under the old scheme receive their pensions and gratuities, and are not subjected to fraud. “Prosecution of all those involved in robbing our retired people will continue. The Petroleum Subsidy Scheme is also now being operated under new strict guidelines to tackle previous leakages in the scheme and prevent fraud. “Foreign travel by government personnel will be further curtailed. This directive shall apply to all Ministries, Departments and Agencies of the Federal Government. Our strategy to curb leakages will increasingly rely on introducing the right technologies such as biometrics and digitising government payments.” He added, “Whatever challenges we may have faced, whatever storms we may have confronted and survived, Nigeria remains a truly blessed country, a country of gifted men and women who continue to distinguish themselves in all spheres of life, a country whose diversity remains a source of strength,” he said. The President observed that 2014 would be a momentous one for the country for several reasons, including the fact that the nation would celebrate its 100 years of existence in the New Year. He recalled that the British colonial authorities amalgamated the separate Protectorates of Southern Nigeria and Northern Nigeria on January 1, 1914 to give birth to Nigeria. “Year 2014, to Nigerians, is not just the beginning of a new year, but the end of a century of national existence and the beginning of another,” he said. This, he said, was a moment for sober reflection and for pride in all that was great about Nigeria. While reiterating his position that the nation’s amalgamation was not a mistake, the President said as they celebrate the 100 years of its nationhood, Nigerians must resolve to continue to work together as one united people. He assured Nigerians that his administration remained committed to the development of the country and the consolidation of peace, unity and democratic governance. He added that despite several domestic and global challenges in 2013, Nigeria witnessed many positive developments which his administration would strive to build upon in 2014. The President admitted that the cost of governance in the country was still too high and must be further reduced. He also promised to take additional steps to stem the tide of corruption and leakages. Jonathan added that foreign travel by government personnel would be further curtailed and that the directive would apply to all ministries, departments and agencies of the Federal Government. The President also reeled out statistics on the strides he said his administration achieved in the agriculture, health, education, water and housing sectors among others and promised to do more in the New Year. http://www.punchng.com/news/ill-fight-corruption-more-in-2014-jonathan/ |
Re: I’ll Fight Corruption More In 2014 – Jonathan by Garrithe1st: 2:08am On Jan 01, 2014 |
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Re: I’ll Fight Corruption More In 2014 – Jonathan by sojjy: 2:17am On Jan 01, 2014 |
The same old story from Mr President. Nigeria deserves better leaders than the selfish politicians we have now. 2 Likes |
Re: I’ll Fight Corruption More In 2014 – Jonathan by gratiaeo(m): 2:25am On Jan 01, 2014 |
jayseehe: y he no fight am since? |
Re: I’ll Fight Corruption More In 2014 – Jonathan by Garrithe1st: 2:25am On Jan 01, 2014 |
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Re: I’ll Fight Corruption More In 2014 – Jonathan by gratiaeo(m): 2:26am On Jan 01, 2014 |
Beware of other duplicate wishers!!! I am the only certified and authorized dealer of NEW YEAR wishes, i wish you and your family an Original and authorized HAPPY NEW YEAR. with NAFDAC registration number....01-01-2014 and Heavenly serial alphabet of new beginning....J-E-S-U-S. Keep calm and enjoy 2014 |
Re: I’ll Fight Corruption More In 2014 – Jonathan by Garrithe1st: 2:30am On Jan 01, 2014 |
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Re: I’ll Fight Corruption More In 2014 – Jonathan by gratiaeo(m): 2:30am On Jan 01, 2014 |
Below are President Jonathan’s 2012 fuel subsidy Speech. This is the second time he is promising to reducing travel costs. What happened with the first promise? “12. To save Nigeria, we must all be prepared to make sacrifices. On the part of Government, we are taking several measures aimed at cutting the size and cost of governance, including on-going and continuous effort to reduce the size of our recurrent expenditure and increase capital spending. In this regard, I have directed that overseas travels by all political office holders, including the President, should be reduced to the barest minimum. The size of delegations on foreign trips will also be drastically reduced; only trips that are absolutely necessary will be approved.” Buying the 11th aircraft of the presidential fleet in the 2014 budget does not seem like a sacrifice to me. I have to ask, who is really running Nigeria? 3 Likes |
Re: I’ll Fight Corruption More In 2014 – Jonathan by gratiaeo(m): 2:32am On Jan 01, 2014 |
Yes Jonathan will fight yahoo yahoo boys, when they have successfully rendered EFCC powerless. The only corruption EFCC can fight now is against Yahoo yahoo boys so as to get busy. Opposition beware, he is going to fight the way OBJ fought corruption by attacking opponents in the name of fighting corruption. |
Re: I’ll Fight Corruption More In 2014 – Jonathan by ObaOfEze: 2:32am On Jan 01, 2014 |
To fully fight corruption in Nigeria, start by reducing the #1b/year food budget. We don't want to have to rent tow trucks to pry your fatazz wife from aso rock come 2015. Leave with your dignity at least. 1 Like |
Re: I’ll Fight Corruption More In 2014 – Jonathan by Sloan: 2:33am On Jan 01, 2014 |
Jonathan carries his fhoolishness into 2014 and he must think Nigerians are as retar.ded as himself to believe this hogwash. The only thing you should care about now is packing your load back to your small Otuekwe creek village and drink your oyel. The dead man retardeen that has not done anything for 3 years and more suddenly wakes up to promise heaven on earth? EFCC is having less than 2 M as at the past few months and they will fight corruption on your behalf or they will not be so broke, they just need the money first. Same for Police. Same for the corrupt ministers like BMW Odulah, fat face, huge lips thieving Iweala, big eyed corruption personified Maduekwe and the shepopotamus building N 1 B hotel whereas she's never earned 5 M legitimate income all her life? All that remains is for your dolts to pack your load back to your villages now! 4 Likes |
Re: I’ll Fight Corruption More In 2014 – Jonathan by taharqa: 3:00am On Jan 01, 2014 |
This is the FULL Transcript of the New year Message of Mr President, away from possible distortions of 'over-zealots' Merchants-of-Information. ENJOY: [size=16]The president also reeled out some of his achievements in 2013[/size]. http://premiumtimesng.com/news/152451-jonathan-lists-achievements-pledges-make-nigeria-greater-2014.html 4 Likes |
Re: I’ll Fight Corruption More In 2014 – Jonathan by Olastep(m): 3:10am On Jan 01, 2014 |
Lyk seriously, |
Re: I’ll Fight Corruption More In 2014 – Jonathan by kaze4blues(m): 3:52am On Jan 01, 2014 |
Yeye man
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Re: I’ll Fight Corruption More In 2014 – Jonathan by danot1030: 3:58am On Jan 01, 2014 |
let him prove it by making oduah his scape goat. |
Re: I’ll Fight Corruption More In 2014 – Jonathan by onomeasike: 4:01am On Jan 01, 2014 |
It's April fool joke. Don't take him too serious 1 Like
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Re: I’ll Fight Corruption More In 2014 – Jonathan by Gamji007: 4:21am On Jan 01, 2014 |
^^^ Lolz... Very funny pix! @topic: when will GEJ ever learn not to make promises he cannot fulfill? 1 Like |
Re: I’ll Fight Corruption More In 2014 – Jonathan by agbameta: 5:20am On Jan 01, 2014 |
We have introduced a Pensions Transition Arrangement Department under a new Director-General. This department will now ensure that those of our pensioners still under the old scheme receive their pensions and gratuities, and are not subjected to fraud.
http://premiumtimesng.com/news/150284-jonathan-fire-nominating-corrupt-ex-gov-muazu-pencom-boss.html So, Oponuchukwu Abdul l Retardeen is fighting corruption by appointing a looter under efcc instigation to head the pension commission while the previous pension looter is still walking around free and not in jail. I though this useless dullard just promised to stop talking rubbish? Btw, why wait till 2014 to get tough on corruption? Why not now? Why not yesterday.. What a dumbass.. 3 Likes |
Re: I’ll Fight Corruption More In 2014 – Jonathan by CircleOfWilis: 6:19am On Jan 01, 2014 |
mouthed ebele..........tok! tok !!tok!!! without action, coward! |
Re: I’ll Fight Corruption More In 2014 – Jonathan by Akshow: 6:39am On Jan 01, 2014 |
Gej uwarka!!! |
Re: I’ll Fight Corruption More In 2014 – Jonathan by IAMBREEZY: 7:44am On Jan 01, 2014 |
Ok we re all waiting... |
Re: I’ll Fight Corruption More In 2014 – Jonathan by Danhumprey: 8:05am On Jan 01, 2014 |
Na today? We don hear this story time and again! |
Re: I’ll Fight Corruption More In 2014 – Jonathan by davesd: 8:08am On Jan 01, 2014 |
yiu go even caryy 2013 lie enter this year? Ah GEJ why you wan corrupt this year nah. Abeg make u just dey quite we do tire with this ur empty promises. Leave us make we look front guy. |
Re: I’ll Fight Corruption More In 2014 – Jonathan by 99100(m): 8:10am On Jan 01, 2014 |
The Iord is your strength our able President. More grease to your elbow as we zoom into 2014. Keep moving we are behind you gidi gbam. 4 Likes |
Re: I’ll Fight Corruption More In 2014 – Jonathan by gbadexy(m): 8:15am On Jan 01, 2014 |
He should start by selling off all the presidential fleet save 3. I don't think senate presidents and house speakers have official jets in other countries too. I'm sure enough people won't mind him to adopt them as aso rock pet with 15million naira budget. What's the purpose of the animals, to protect him or to cater to his fancy both of which doesn't make sense. If he even want elephant as pet, that's his business, he should buy it with his money and cater for it not at the expense of the national coffers. 2 Likes |
Re: I’ll Fight Corruption More In 2014 – Jonathan by Nobody: 8:56am On Jan 01, 2014 |
LIES 1 Like |
Re: I’ll Fight Corruption More In 2014 – Jonathan by HowFar: 9:05am On Jan 01, 2014 |
My able president continue to move Nigeria forward regardless of distractions. Carry go 2015. |
Re: I’ll Fight Corruption More In 2014 – Jonathan by ba7man(m): 9:08am On Jan 01, 2014 |
Was he fighting corruption before?? 1 Like |
Re: I’ll Fight Corruption More In 2014 – Jonathan by jaso1(m): 9:14am On Jan 01, 2014 |
Yes he can! but only if his wife can be jail as a scape goat for others to learn not to abuse previledge. The president will also learn from it too. |
Re: I’ll Fight Corruption More In 2014 – Jonathan by Newkidoo(m): 9:17am On Jan 01, 2014 |
- You said same in 2011 - You said same in 2012 - You said same in 2013 - What would make 2014 any different?!!! 1 Like |
Re: I’ll Fight Corruption More In 2014 – Jonathan by Clerverly: 9:21am On Jan 01, 2014 |
gratiaeo: Yes Jonathan will fight yahoo yahoo boys, when they have successfully rendered EFCC powerless. The only corruption EFCC can fight now is against Yahoo yahoo boys so as to get busy. Boy you don port? welcome 1 Like |
Re: I’ll Fight Corruption More In 2014 – Jonathan by Clerverly: 9:23am On Jan 01, 2014 |
Bamayi Jonathan!! 1 Like |
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