Lawyer Defends Oluremi Tinubu Over Remarks on Petty Trading

A lawyer has defended Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, following criticism of her recent remarks encouraging Nigerians to consider small-scale businesses such as kuli-kuli, akara, and roasted corn trading.

Responding to the backlash, the lawyer said many people underestimate the earning potential of petty trading, particularly when supported with grants or small business loans.

According to him, “People underestimate the profits from petty trading with little capital supported by way of grants or loans. That’s why someone would think supporting kuli-kuli, akara and roasted corn business is ridiculous. Many of you need to come down from your high horses and face reality.”