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‘Stop Working On My Timetable’, Soyinka Defends Silence On Tinubu’s Administration

by Nafisat Abdulrahman
3 months ago
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Nobel Laureate, Professor Wole Soyinka, has dismissed calls for him to assess President Bola Tinubu’s administration, insisting he will speak when he has something meaningful to say.

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Speaking on Channels Television’s breakfast show, ‘The Morning Brief’, on Monday, Soyinka pushed back against expectations that he would automatically evaluate Tinubu’s administration after one year in office, as he previously suggested in December 2023.

“People should stop trying to work on my timetable for me,” he said. “I had not swallowed an alarm clock. I don’t see why I should put my alarm on and say: ‘One year has passed, now, I must make an assessment’. If there is nothing I feel like talking about and if I am busy elsewhere.”

Soyinka had visited President Tinubu at his Bourdillon residence in Ikoyi, Lagos, on December 24, 2023. When asked then to comment on the administration, which began on May 29, 2023, the literary icon had said he would reserve his verdict until after a year.

However, as Tinubu’s government marked its first anniversary on May 29, some Nigerians expected Soyinka to weigh in on the administration’s performance, particularly amidst rising inflation and economic hardships.

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However, the renowned playwright, however, emphasised that critiquing governance was a collective responsibility, pointing out that other voices in the civic space have been speaking up.

“This business of ‘you haven’t come to do this’, I don’t understand it. Other people are doing the same; this is a collective effort. The Falanas speak consistently. The Baiyewus speak consistently. The Sowores come out and try to lead demonstrations. It’s a collective effort,” he said.

He also dismissed suggestions that he was obligated to issue a formal assessment of Tinubu’s government, questioning why such expectations were placed on him.

“The one year is up, which means you have a right and I have a responsibility to respond when you call me on certain issues. But if you are saying that I would call a press conference and say: ‘One year is up, let us now make an assessment’—the only question I’d ask you is: ‘Did I do that with Jonathan? Did I do that with Buhari? Did I do that with Obasanjo? Did I do that with anybody? So, why is it expected of me?”


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I am a dedicated reporter at Leadership Newspaper, where I bring a keen eye for detail and a passion for storytelling to a diverse range of topics, including business, sports, politics, and international affairs. My work aims to provide readers with accurate, timely, and engaging reports that break down the complexities of current events. From covering high-profile political shifts and court cases to exploring the latest in economic developments and sporting events, I strive to offer insightful and comprehensive coverage. My stories include in-depth analyses of economic trends, detailed political reports, and human interest pieces that highlight significant global and local events. I am committed to delivering news that informs and fosters a deeper understanding of the issues shaping our world. My goal is to engage readers with well-researched and thought-provoking content

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