In a glowing endorsement, billionaire oil magnate Prince Arthur Eze has declared President Bola Tinubu “God’s gift to Nigeria,” praising his appointments of Southeast ministers and the establishment of the Southeast Development Commission. The remarks, part of a Tinubu anniversary documentary, have ignited debate over the region’s political dividends under the current administration.
- Unprecedented Appointments: Eze highlighted Tinubu’s assignment of key portfolios to Southeasterners, including Works (Dave Umahi) and Science/Technology.
- Unity Appeal: The 76-year-old philanthropist urged Igbo leaders to embrace Tinubu’s “inclusive leadership” for national cohesion.
- Renewed Hope Defense: Eze asserted Tinubu has delivered on promises despite inheriting a “fragile economy,” crediting his “God-given wisdom.”
- Controversy: Critics dismissed Eze’s remarks as sycophancy, noting persistent infrastructure gaps (e.g., no functional seaport or international airport in the Southeast).
