Nollywood star attacks Buhari over fuel subsidy removal, read what he said
– Nollywood star Chidi Mokeme gives two cents on issue of fuel subsidy removal
– The entertainer also called for the Buhari administration to address issues of extravagance in the government of today
– Mokeme is famed for hosting the Gulder Ultimate show, several movie appearances and a unique sense of style
The removal of fuel subsidy which was announced on Wednesday, May 11 by the minister of state for petroleum resources Emmanuel Ibe Kachikwu has set tongues wagging, with more notable Nigerians weighing in on the situation by the day.
Defending the new price increase, Kachikwu spoke in Abuja on May 11 saying the increment in the price of premium motor spirit also known as fuel by the federal government will serve as a way of curbing the unchecked fuel price increase suffered by Nigerians at various fuel stations in the country.
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He added that the federal government has provisions in the 2016 budget aimed at reducing the effects the price increase may have on citizens.
Actor Chidi Mokeme and baby hanging out. Credit: Instagram
With the current situation, fuel price has jerked up from N86.50 to N145 and Nigerians have been visibly angry.
One amongst many others expressing their dismay over the increase is Nollywood star Chidi Mokeme who has taken to his Instagram page to vent about the situation.
On Monday, May 16, the actor and reality show host criticized President Buhari on the grounds that his administration is extravagant in itself hence it cannot yank off fuel subsidy whatever the reasons.
Read his full post below:
“Since we are in #SubsidyRemovalSeason, (after Power and Petrol), and before we tamper with VAT, income taxes etc the most beneficial policy to Nigerians at this time will be to stop Subsidising the Champagne and Oppressive lifestyles of elected government officials (NASS should take a 50% cut in ‘Allowances’) and instead increase minimum wage by at least 50% to reflect current realities.
“The Presidency will also do very well to save Nigerians the cost of subsidising a presidential fleet of 9 jets. #EvenTheBritishPm flies BA and I don’t know that there are multiple Airforce One’s for Obama’s use. And please remove ya hand from the matter of fuehh pricing. If you promise marketers dollar @298 and they have to source it by themselves @365 will you epp them pay the balance/deficit? Or readjust the fuehh price again? Back to subsidy?
Actor Chidi Mokeme with wife and kid. Credit: Instagram
“And please can we fast track proceedings on the PIB already. And please @PMB, I know ‘you can afford it’ but biko where do you get your Forex cos even @365 I can’t find it. I’ll pay you commission sef walahi. And please do you buy at official rate, inter-bank rate or parallel market rate? #Kontinuu #WhoYouEpp #ChidiSense #Change #RealChange #Discuss.”
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The 44-year-old entertainer has enjoyed critical acclaim as the host of the Gulder Ultimate Search reality show.
He has also featured in several best-selling movies such as Critical Condition, Abuja Connection and Fire Dancer among others.
Chidi Mokeme is famed for his unique, suave sense of style and fashion taste.
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