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Jonathan Snubbed At Mandela's Memorial by ceo4eva: 2:18pm On Dec 10, 2013 |
Despite leaving Nigeria early for the funeral of late South African leader, Nelson Mandela, President Goodluck Jonathan has been snubbed by the South African authorities at the State Memorial Service of the anti-apartheid leader. An official release of programmes during the memorial service shows that the Nigerian president was missing on the list of world leaders billed to give tributes. The world leaders who will be giving tributes are, United State President, Barack Obama; President Dilma Rousseff of Brazil; Vice-President Li Yuanchao of China; President Hifikepunye Pohamba of Namibia; President Pranab Mukherjee of India; and President Raúl Castro Ruz of Cuba. Other leaders billed to give tributes are the United Nations Secretary-General, Ban Ki-Moon; and the African Union Commission Chair, Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma. Though Mr. Jonathan is not the only head of state that would not give tribute- there are about 90 heads of state attending the funeral, the apparent snub handed Mr. Jonathan also appears to rubbish the enormous effort played by Nigeria to bring an end to apartheid in South Africa at a time when Western governments were pussyfooting to pressure the apartheid government to renounce its policy of segregation and its brutal abuses against the black majority. Some Western governments including the U.S. had even designated the ruling Africa National Congress (ANC) as a terrorist organisation, and Mandela a terrorist. This point was also highlighted by the Lagos State Governor, Babatunde Fashola, on Monday in a chat with journalists. “There are more questions to answer. When you look at the part of the world where ovation is now the loudest, it was the part of the world the pain was the most vicious. In a very cruel irony, history is being revised. “The people, who collaborated with the government that enthroned apartheid at that time, are the people that are paying the biggest tributes now. But I ask myself: is this not the time for deep reflection? I doubt if any African country expended as much time, as much money and as much commitment as the Nigerian Government. “I was a teenager then in 1976 when anti-apartheid campaign really gained resurgence in every home in this country. Nigeria paid a huge price for what South Africa has become today. I remember the anti-apartheid campaign was at the core of Nigerian foreign policy. “Apart from scholarship given to South Africans, I remember President Yar’Adua met Thabo Mbeki in South Africa and he was telling me about their relationship, which he said was dated to when Mbeki used to come to Zaria for student exchange programme. I remember we did not go for Commonwealth Games because of South Africa. I remember we took drastic measures against the foreign collaborators of apartheid regime and nationalised assets.” However, Lagos-based lawyer, Jiti Ogunye, says Nigerian politicians are to be blame for the pedestrian level the country presently occupies in the international community. He says the complete atrophy of the respect the country was accorded in global affairs was as a result of years of misrule and corruption by the country’s politicians. “Nigeria has lost its social, political and economic glory domestically and that glory that is lost cannot be recovered at Mandela’s funeral,” he said. “While Nigeria officialdom maybe in a state of discomfiture by the non-recognition of Nigeria in the protocol of the funeral, the point is that it is not what Nigeria did for South Africa or for Angola or for any of the frontline states like Namibia that Nigeria will be remembered. It not the support Nigeria gave to the ANC… that Nigeria will be recognised by, it is what Nigeria has done for itself and what Nigeria has not done for itself. And we’ve done a lot against ourselves. Look at our country; our country is broken in many respects and no you’re talking about xenophobia, what led to it? Nigerian young people go overseas and become criminals the way we are criminals in our own country. People leave the shore of Nigeria to be criminals outside our shores. Right from the time they leave Nigeria they’re going overseas to be criminals. We are exporting blue-collar crimes and Yahoo Yahoo to all sorts of countries, to Malaysia and are we blaming those countries for our own woes? “How you will be regarded abroad is determined by how you’re regarded at home. Now how is the Nigeria state regarded by Nigerians? The Nigerian state is regarded by Nigerian as an uncaring state, as a heartless state, as a state that has no love for its people, as a state that has abandoned its people. So how has the Nigerian state treated its own people before we start taking offence at how the Nigerian state is treated by another country? “Those who may be belly-aching about not being giving recognition by the organisers of the funeral of Mandela should know that while they may not be regarded, the South African people regard Nigeria. Go and read all the accounts, the role that is played by Nigerians is recognised in all those imperishable works and this cannot be obliterated by this treatment that is accorded to Nigerian officials that we at home have contempt for. If we are disgraced outside, that disgrace didn’t come from outside that disgrace come from within because we have disgraced and debased ourselves. Do you expect anybody to take you seriously when what your rulers are known for is taking your money and cashing them away? In fact it s better they are humiliated outside so that they can come back home and be serious. If bad people are accorded all the respect and dignity that good people should be accorded how do you think they will change.” http://premiumtimesng.com/news/151219-jonathan-snubbed-mandelas-memorial.html 135 Likes |
Re: Jonathan Snubbed At Mandela's Memorial by ceo4eva: 2:19pm On Dec 10, 2013 |
I now strongly believe that this Jonathan's Administration Cultivates, Breeds, Nurtures, Fertilizes, Harvests, Packages, and Distributes CORRUPTION. 696 Likes |
Re: Jonathan Snubbed At Mandela's Memorial by deshclones(m): 2:26pm On Dec 10, 2013 |
what do u stand to gain from this childish write-up? 45 Likes |
Re: Jonathan Snubbed At Mandela's Memorial by fabulousdame(f): 2:30pm On Dec 10, 2013 |
hmmmmm...even if nigeria is a failed country, it's not d worst. i dnt care if gej or nigeria was snubbed... dey only know nigeria for bad tins not d good tins. every country has it's own share of corruption. nigeria dint start it neither will dey end it. watever, screw dem. i love nigeria. 82 Likes |
Re: Jonathan Snubbed At Mandela's Memorial by Acidosis(m): 2:30pm On Dec 10, 2013 |
Lol... Afterall, they've been reading the ridicule all over the internet... Who wants to hear from a reta.rdeen? Who wants to hear from the husband of a shepo.potamus? We deserve whatever we get as a country.. This is just the beginning! Infact, I won't be surprised if All Nigerians are denied entry to the stadium! We deserve it... Mr Soyinka must be rejoicing now. Tambuwal, Buhari, Asari and all other e.diots who have disgraced this nation thinking they were embarrasing an innocent man... What else do we have to be proud about? Africa's No.1 Nation was shamed in an event organised by fellow continent-men. This is just the beginning... 39 Likes |
Re: Jonathan Snubbed At Mandela's Memorial by Nobody: 2:31pm On Dec 10, 2013 |
This is the time for sober reflection....... 11 Likes |
Re: Jonathan Snubbed At Mandela's Memorial by Ribaman(m): 2:32pm On Dec 10, 2013 |
deshclones: what do u stand to gain from this childish write-up? Let me spell out to you then: Nigeria did a lot for the anti-apartheid movement than the countries that the bulk of today's speakers represent. My retired father has his own personal stories of what the Obj military regime did for ANC. I think its not Jonathan that has suffered a snub, nope it's Nigeria that has been snubbed. How low this country has fallen! 47 Likes |
Re: Jonathan Snubbed At Mandela's Memorial by petrov10: 2:34pm On Dec 10, 2013 |
Nonsense post. 7 Likes |
Re: Jonathan Snubbed At Mandela's Memorial by ceo4eva: 2:34pm On Dec 10, 2013 |
deshclones: what do u stand to gain from this childish write-up?IGNORED 20 Likes |
Re: Jonathan Snubbed At Mandela's Memorial by iterator25: 2:35pm On Dec 10, 2013 |
Naija name de inside mud te te 1 Like |
Re: Jonathan Snubbed At Mandela's Memorial by Acidosis(m): 2:35pm On Dec 10, 2013 |
deshclones: what do u stand to gain from this childish write-up? There is nothing childish about the report... Its high time we stopped running everywhere to celebrate those who care less about us 26 Likes |
Re: Jonathan Snubbed At Mandela's Memorial by Lilimax(f): 2:36pm On Dec 10, 2013 |
Be it as it may, the bitter truth message has been sent to all Nigerians home and abroad. The earlier we arise and re-build our nation and its dented image, the better for us. It dosen't end at throwing insults on our President; we should do the bits we can individually to move this nation forward.... 38 Likes |
Re: Jonathan Snubbed At Mandela's Memorial by Lilimax(f): 2:38pm On Dec 10, 2013 |
iterator25: Naija name de inside mud te teExcept you're not a Nigerian, you're among those in the mud 8 Likes |
Re: Jonathan Snubbed At Mandela's Memorial by deor03(m): 2:39pm On Dec 10, 2013 |
I listened live to when our dear president was introduced. The was huge roar from the crowd in the stadium. what the OP stated is very untrue 52 Likes |
Re: Jonathan Snubbed At Mandela's Memorial by fabulousdame(f): 2:40pm On Dec 10, 2013 |
Acidosis:exactly 5 Likes |
Re: Jonathan Snubbed At Mandela's Memorial by Acidosis(m): 2:42pm On Dec 10, 2013 |
deor03: I listened live to when our dear president was introduced. The was huge roar from the crowd in the stadium. Roar from who? Nigerians hunting for daily bread in 16 Likes |
Re: Jonathan Snubbed At Mandela's Memorial by Nobody: 2:45pm On Dec 10, 2013 |
[size=16pt]“There are more questions to answer.When you look at the part of the world where ovation is now the loudest, it was the part of the world the pain was the most vicious. In a very cruel irony, history is being revised.The people, who collaborated with the government that enthroned apartheid at that time, are the people that are paying the biggest tributes now."[/size] So Deep 32 Likes |
Re: Jonathan Snubbed At Mandela's Memorial by Ghost01(m): 2:46pm On Dec 10, 2013 |
From Angola to South Africa, there's no sense of appreciation as pertains to what Nigeria did for them during their liberation struggles. It's time we focused our foreign policy direction on ourselves. At least, that way, we won't suffer ingrates. 11 Likes |
Re: Jonathan Snubbed At Mandela's Memorial by desgiezd(m): 2:46pm On Dec 10, 2013 |
deshclones: what do u stand to gain from this childish write-up? If you love this country and you are concerned about its present state, you wouldn't consider the write-up childish at all!! 13 Likes |
Re: Jonathan Snubbed At Mandela's Memorial by geeez: 2:47pm On Dec 10, 2013 |
Sometimes, beyond the office, the personality determines the extent of your influence If BRF was president, I'm not sure any serious nation would snub him like this He's ruthlessly intelligent and aptly presidential 155 Likes |
Re: Jonathan Snubbed At Mandela's Memorial by homesteady(m): 2:48pm On Dec 10, 2013 |
If every president present there was meant to give a speech, will that ceremony ever finish? Maybe it'll end next tomorrow! Although I still think that they should have given Nigeria a chance to tell their own story! 3 Likes |
Re: Jonathan Snubbed At Mandela's Memorial by VICTORCIZA(m): 2:48pm On Dec 10, 2013 |
If i have not been watching the burial in cnn station i would have believe this rubbish.MANY SHOUTS OF JOY AND HAPINES FOLOWED GEJ AS HIS NAME WAS MENTION. 17 Likes |
Re: Jonathan Snubbed At Mandela's Memorial by desgiezd(m): 2:50pm On Dec 10, 2013 |
VICTORCIZA: If i have not been watching the burial in cnn station i would have believe this rubbish.MANY SHOUTS OF JOY AND HAPINES FOLOWED GEJ AS HIS NAME WAS MENTION. This is somehow comforting! 5 Likes |
Re: Jonathan Snubbed At Mandela's Memorial by VICTORCIZA(m): 2:51pm On Dec 10, 2013 |
MY QUESTION TO THE IDIOT THAT POSTED THIS,MUST GEJ DELIVER SPEACH IN EVERY INTERNATIONAL FUNTION? 8 Likes |
Re: Jonathan Snubbed At Mandela's Memorial by fijiano202(m): 2:51pm On Dec 10, 2013 |
When i wrote this,i got alot of insults and rubbissh comments https://www.nairaland.com/1546058/annoying-facts-abt-mandela-nigerians but with all the Sacrifice we made for the ANC and South Africa,our people are still treated poorly,this is not a shame on GEJ but the whole citizens and the country itself 3 Likes |
Re: Jonathan Snubbed At Mandela's Memorial by taharqa: 2:53pm On Dec 10, 2013 |
ceo4eva: I now strongly believe that Jonathan's Administration Cultivates, Breeds, Nurtures, Fertilizes, Harvests, Packages, and Distributes Corruption.You reali are a DUNCE. Infact, worse than a Dunce; more like an Okpee. So cos Nigeria was not askd to give a Speech at Mandela's Birthday, it there4 means that GEJ Admin 'cultivates, breeds, grows, etc corruption'?? Lawd have Mercy!! If I said everytin I felt cos of this unbelievably stu.pid logic in my mind right now , Seun himself wud ban me for 55years....#KIDS 41 Likes |
Re: Jonathan Snubbed At Mandela's Memorial by iterator25: 2:53pm On Dec 10, 2013 |
Lilimax:I lie? 2 Likes |
Re: Jonathan Snubbed At Mandela's Memorial by justhelp(m): 2:53pm On Dec 10, 2013 |
before nko |
Re: Jonathan Snubbed At Mandela's Memorial by agabaI23(m): 2:54pm On Dec 10, 2013 |
Point of Correction Nigeria is snubbed not Jonathan. You should see it that way and keep quiet except you don't have shame! |
Re: Jonathan Snubbed At Mandela's Memorial by iterator25: 2:54pm On Dec 10, 2013 |
VICTORCIZA: If i have not been watching the burial in cnn station i would have believe this rubbish.MANY SHOUTS OF JOY AND HAPINES FOLOWED GEJ AS HIS NAME WAS MENTION.lie 12 Likes |
Re: Jonathan Snubbed At Mandela's Memorial by plaindealer: 2:56pm On Dec 10, 2013 |
With all our sacrifices and support during and after apartheid, we did't get any official recognition and the ones getting it didn't do much or even supported apartheid in SA. It's hard to blame them with all the nuisance we are constituting in their country. The fact that GEJ himself carries little or no weight, zero global knowledge, sophistication and the fact that he's grossly incompetent and corrupt to be felt on the world stage is a great disadvantage. He's just too weak and timid so they push him around or to the back as needed... 21 Likes |
Re: Jonathan Snubbed At Mandela's Memorial by Nobody: 2:57pm On Dec 10, 2013 |
The world knows that all things are not equal in Nigeria as regards the state of the nation. Ceteris paribus. 1 Like |
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