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Again, Jakande Laments Cancellation Of Lagos Metroline Project - Politics - Nairaland 19366
Again, Jakande Laments Cancellation Of Lagos Metroline Project (989 Views)
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| Splashme: 12:59pm On Mar 18, 2015 |
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The first civilian governor of Lagos State, Alhaji Lateef Jakande, on Tuesday, said that the cancellation of the Lagos metroline project in 1985 was a major mistake and disservice to many Nigerians. Jakande spoke in Lagos during the launch of a book which chronicled his life in politics and journalism. The book, entitled, ‘Jakande: Leadership in Action’ is written by Dr. Bola Olaosebikan, who told the audience at the event that the All Progressives Congress presidential candidate, Maj. Gen. Muhammadu Buhari (retd.), was not responsible for the cancellation of the project. Jakande said, “Reflecting on the metroline project, I think it is a major disservice to many Nigerians. Imagine how many people would have benefitted. It would have made life easier and changed the face of transport in Lagos. Whoever cancelled it or gave the advice towards its cancellation didn’t do right.” The former governor asked Nigerians not to vote for unserious leaders in the coming polls, saying the elections presented Nigerians with a good opportunity that should not be squandered. Expressing the hope that Nigeria would soon overcome its developmental challenges, Jakande said hope would be actualised faster if credible people emerged as leaders in the next dispensation. He said, “This book comes at a very auspicious time in Nigeria’s history as we need leaders who can act. We need leaders who would not compromise the standards of good governance. God has blessed this nation the most in Africa, although we have not reached where we should be; with the right leaders, Nigeria would overcome its challenges.” http://www.punchng.com/news/cancelling-metroline-a-major-mistake-jakande/ |
| resty4(m): 1:39pm On Mar 18, 2015 |
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Buhari cancelled d project, tell Lagosians d truth.
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