Those around Jonathan ‘stink’– Reps

ABUJA – MEMBERS of the Federal House of Representatives, yesterday, advised President Goodluck Jonathan to show the willingness and sincerity to fight corruption, insecurity and carry everybody along if he must to succeed.
Apparently reacting to his 52nd anniversary speech, the Reps, who were unanimous in their reactions, stated that the President should purge himself first and listen to constructive criticism to move Nigeria forward.
Chairman House Committee on Media, Zakari Mohammed, said: “Weare ready to support him provided there is willingness and sincerity onhis side.
“I have said it before that governance cannot be done in isolation of other arms of government and we have been supporting him in all spheres. All we want is sincerity of purpose.”
In his contribution, Uzo Nkem-Abonta, representing Abia State said: “The President should first and foremost purge himself of all those that are seen to be corrupt.
“There is corruption everywhere, particularly in the civil service. The President may not be corrupt but most people around him stink of corruption.
“Look at the stench from the fuel subsidy probe and the rot in that sector. You will weep for this nationeveryday. All we are saying is that the President should exhibit leadership by example.
“EFCC should be given teeth to bite, not to negotiate for plea bargains or allow corrupt elements in the society the option of fine.”
Abiodun Faleke, representing Ikeja Federal Constituency, said: “Nigerians are becoming impatient everyday. Let Mr. President display exemplary leadership qualities by fighting corruption in the true sense of it.
“The oil sector is enmeshed in corruption and security is in abeyance. Let him lead the way by listening to constructive criticism at all times so that Nigeria can move forward.
“If he (President) wants to write hisname in gold, he should tell Nigerians his mind on whether he would stay in office for one term and combat all these maladies headlong to make Nigeria move forward.”

What abt those in the house,like Farouk and the likes?they are saint abi?