Former member of the Home of Representatives from Bayelsa State, Rt. Hon Israel Sunny-Goli, has slammed the previous secretary to the federal government of the federation (SGF), Babachir Lawal, for describing President Bola Tinubu’s go to to the Vatican as an insult to Christianity.
In accordance with Sunny-Goli, although the remark isn’t solely misguided however deeply unlucky, it’s a signal of desperation for political relevance.
Sunny-Goli, who represented Brass and Nembe federal constituency within the Home of Representatives and is now a standard ruler in Brass Kingdom, launched an announcement on Thursday stating that President Tinubu has demonstrated exceptional spiritual neutrality and inclusivity in his dealings with all religion communities.
He stated, “Tinubu’s administration continues to prioritise unity, tolerance, and coexistence, reaffirming the crucial of a harmonious Nigeria. Nothing illustrates his dedication to non secular tolerance greater than his go to to the Vatican, the place he met with Pope Leo XIV through the Holy Father’s investiture.
“It’s regrettable that Mr Babachir Lawal, who ought to be reflecting on his tenure and previous controversies, has as a substitute chosen to posture as an ethical authority.
“His earlier dismissal as SGF as a result of notorious grass-cutting contract scandal is a well-documented matter that raises severe questions on his credibility in judging others.
“Moreover, his show of non secular bigotry throughout an interview on Come up Tv on Wednesday, Could 21, 2025, underscores his lack of ethical standing to query the president’s actions.
“His political affect stays negligible, significantly inside his constituency. This should account for his desperation for political relevance, which he seeks like a drowning man clutching at straws.
“Nigeria stands at an important juncture the place unity and mutual respect should be upheld. President Tinubu’s dedication to inclusivity stays unwavering, and no quantity of misplaced criticism will detract from his imaginative and prescient for a peaceable and progressive nation.”
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