
In an opinion column for ThisDay Live, writer Niran Adedokun criticises Nigerian politicians, referencing figures Oseni and Olayinka and invoking the 'Gbewudani' metaphor. According to the excerpt, Adedokun says two things sicken him about Nigerian politicians, beginning with their tendency to 'approbate and reprobate' — an inclination to blow hot and cold on issues. The full article text beyond this opening was not provided.
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