774 Thieves vs. One Big Thief: A Deep Dive into Adams Oshiomhole’s Remark
Adams Oshiomhole recently made a controversial statement comparing the distribution of resources among leaders, asserting, “It is better to have 774 thieves than one big thief.”
He suggested that decentralizing funds and responsibilities to local government leaders (across Nigeria’s 774 LGAs) would allow citizens to hold smaller-scale administrators accountable, as opposed to concentrating resources in the hands of a single, powerful individual.
His comments sparked debates on governance and accountability within Nigeria’s political system, with many interpreting his analogy as a call for a more equitable distribution of power and resources.