Criticism and debate on governance in Nigeria is also marginalised. What's the point if only praise is allowed by the government such that even a constitutional authority as the legislature, is not allowed to function independently? 
In a democracy, keeping track of government activities, being concerned about use of resources, and highlighting failures in policies are needed. As much as you will find those supporting its policies and decisions. Each one is supposed to allow govt improve...
...make society progressive and inclusive. Can anyone honestly expect any improvement in the power-generation sector in the nearest future? Deluded minds can. The driving force of praise and overwhelming support is not real progress as much as its grand delusions.
It's almost like self-gratification what keeps Nigerians motivated and looking forward to the next day when they provide their own electricity, water, roads and security. How on earth can any government official beat their chest over salary payment?!
Nigerians are citizens, not subjects. In true democracies, everyone has the right to criticise government without fear, publicly humiliation and prosecution by anyone, least of all the government.
The same group of people that rode on the back of the tiger against GEJ's administration, have suddenly no appetite for the same being meted out to them. They had no qualms when he criticised GEJ, but now claim he's fanning the embers of unrest.
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