Nigerian rapper and social commentator, Folarin Falana, popularly known as Falz, has criticised the Federal Government’s spending priorities, questioning its expenditure on luxury assets while insecurity continues to affect many parts of the country.
Speaking during an interview with Arise Television on Tuesday, the entertainer expressed concern over what he described as misplaced priorities, citing the acquisition of new vehicles and jets despite the country’s security challenges.
“If you look at what has been spent on acquiring new vehicles, acquiring jets, acquiring all these things, and look at what has actually gone on with insecurity and what we’re facing, what are your priorities?” Falz asked.
The rapper also dismissed claims by government officials that the administration was under pressure, arguing that those in public office willingly sought the positions and should be prepared for the responsibilities that come with governance.
“Did anyone beg you to take up this? If I remember clearly, apart from the fact that this is public service, and you do everything within your power to campaign, to enter into office, if I remember clearly, the campaign slogan for this administration was ‘Emi Lokan’,” he said.
Falz explained that the slogan, which translates to “It is my turn,” reflected a deliberate pursuit of political office, making subsequent complaints about the demands of leadership difficult to justify.
“I’ve never seen anything more absurd than that in my entire life. That means from day one, that you set out on your political journey, this is the day that you have been waiting for,” he said.
He further questioned why government officials would complain about pressure after actively campaigning for public office.
“So why can you come and say pressure is much on you? Are you okay?” he asked.
