Corruption: ‘It’s Only In Nigeria That You Steal Money And You Are Celebrated’ – Ndume
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<p>The senator representing Borno South in the National Assembly, Mohammed Ali Ndume, has expressed his frustration over the pervasive corruption in Nigeria, noting that those who steal public funds are often celebrated. Speaking to journalists in Kano on Sunday, Ndume voiced his concerns, highlighting the nation’s lack of effective laws to combat corruption. He stated, […]</p>
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The senator representing Borno South in the National Assembly, Mohammed Ali Ndume, has expressed his frustration over the pervasive corruption in Nigeria, noting that those who steal public funds are often celebrated.
Speaking to journalists in Kano on Sunday, Ndume voiced his concerns, highlighting the nation’s lack of effective laws to combat corruption.
He stated, “Our major challenge in this country is corruption. Up till now, we have no law that can proactively or reactively address the issue of corruption in the country.
“If you see somebody in our system, especially in politics or government and he is not corrupt, then he is lucky to be God-fearing. Otherwise, it is only in Nigeria that you steal money and you walk freely and you are celebrated.”
Ndume explained how, in many cases, individuals who gain sudden wealth are not questioned about its source.
“If you come into an area like this, people would start lobbying you and prostrate before you even when they know that the money was stolen.
“It is only in this country that somebody had no money yesterday or last week, but the following week he buys 10 cars; buys jets and his brothers would fly with him, his mother would fly with him, his uncle would fly with him, and they would say Allah has blessed our son,” he remarked.
The senator also revealed his efforts to pass legislation targeting unexplained wealth in Nigeria, which were unsuccessful. He recalled approaching a former head of state to support an executive bill on the matter, only to be turned down.
“Up till now, there is no law on unexplained wealth Act in Nigeria and there is no Executive Order on it,” Ndume added.
In addition to corruption, Ndume also raised concerns about the growing hunger crisis in the country.
He urged for greater investment in agriculture, pointing out that Nigeria has vast arable land that remains underutilized.
“There is hunger in the land and up till now we have not cultivated up to five per cent of our land, Nigeria is blessed with massive arable land,” the senator stressed.
<img src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/elegant-montreal-brunch-spread-with-mimosas-right-historic-hotel-place-darmes-montreal.jpg?id=59896092&width=1245&height=700&coordinates=2%2C0%2C3%2C0"/><br/><br/><p> Easter weekend is a great opportunity early in the year to gather friends and family for a delicious meal at one of Montreal's many great restaurants.
</p><p> To celebrate the weekend, several of Old Montreal's top-rated restaurants are putting on special Easter brunch menus — from top-shelf buffet-style brunches to creative table d'hôte menus.
</p><p> Here are three restaurants where you can find a delicious menu to make your Easter Sunday brunch something special.
</p><h3>Mama C</h3><br/><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/C_508XTNuaj/" data-instgrm-version="4" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);">
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</blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script><p>Price: $75 per person</p><p>When: 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday, April 20, 2025</p><p>Address: 100, rue Saint-Paul O., Montreal, QC</p><p>Why you need to go: On Easter Sunday, Mama C is treating guests to a three-course table d'hôte brunch. This exclusive seating includes a starters spread of crispy tyropita with honey and crumbled feta, meatballs over smoked yoghurt and dips.</p><p>Choose between the giouvestki kritharato (shrimp and orzo stew), grilled sea bass, flatbread or lamb chops for the main course, before tucking into the shared desserts: a mille-feuille baklava and bougatsa (custard pie).</p><p><a href="https://mamacrestaurant.com/en/menu/easter-brunch/" target="_blank">Mama C website</a></p><h3>Modavie</h3><br/><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/DCrrKxsstNy/" data-instgrm-version="4" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);">
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</blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script><p>Price: $65 per person</p><p>When: 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Sunday, April 20, 2025</p><p>Address: 1, rue Saint-Paul O., Montreal, QC</p><p>Why you need to go: This Easter Sunday, the bistro Modavie is serving a table d'hote three-course menu that showcase the timeless French cuisine that makes this Old Montreal spot beloved by locals.</p><p>Famously, Modavie guests enjoy live music while they dine, meaning you can celebrate Easter Sunday serenaded by talented Montreal performers.</p><p><a href="https://modavie.com/en/menu/easter-brunch/" target="_blank">Modavie website</a></p><h3>Brasserie 701</h3><br/><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/CxTBcNdMGRl/" data-instgrm-version="4" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);">
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</blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script><p>Price: $74 per adult; $35 per child</p><p>When: 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Sunday, April 20, 2025</p><p>Address: 701, Côte de la Place-d'Armes, Montreal, QC</p><p>Why you need to go: This Easter Sunday, the chefs at contemporary French eatery Brasserie 701 are putting on a lavish buffet spread to satisfy every craving you have, from hot and cold to sweet and savoury.</p><p>The generous menu gives you plenty to choose from, including a cheese and charcuterie station, freshly poached eggs Benedicts, grilled salmon, quiche, fresh salads, waffles, pastries and more.</p><p><a href="https://brasserie701.com/en/menu/easter-brunch-2/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Brasserie 701 website</a></p><p> Whether you hit up the extravagant buffet at Brasserie 701, dine under the Mediterranean sun at Mama C, or savour the sound of live music at Modavie, you can enjoy a sumptuous meal at these Old Montreal restaurants that are pulling out all the stops for the perfect Easter Sunday brunch.
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