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Why Earl Okezie Is Not A Politician by maclatunji: 10:40am On Nov 28, 2014 |
Why I Am Not a Politician Earl Okezie A couple of years back, I think it was around 2001 or 2002, my marriage was still young, children hadn’t started coming, and so everywhere I went that wasn’t work related, I went with my wife. It was really fun because those outings afforded me opportunities to show-off my wife and to know my wife a bit more. Source: http://storried.com/why-i-am-not-a-politician/ 2 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: Why Earl Okezie Is Not A Politician by maclatunji: 10:43am On Nov 28, 2014 |
I find this to be a very interesting situation. Many professionals have this problem when they try to enter politics. The question is: if all the decent people stay back, where will we get good leaders from? The second question is: can you really enter politics as a decent person and stay so till the end? A fascinating conundrum. 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: Why Earl Okezie Is Not A Politician by AZeD1(m): 10:57am On Nov 28, 2014 |
maclatunji: Can you enter politics a decent person and stay to till the end? Yes but in Nigeria, you wouldn't win any election. In a country were tribalism and stomach infrastructure takes precedence over ideology, it becomes difficult for professionals to enter into politics especially if you don't want to get stained. The best way to get good leaders is to become good followers. 1 Like |
Re: Why Earl Okezie Is Not A Politician by wizzie001(m): 11:03am On Nov 28, 2014 |
A nice write up, but how many men heed/listen to their wives dis days? As much as I would have love to dabble into politics, my mom and my fiancee has warned me against it. Some good men are in politics and still remain good even in the face of intimidation, its a choice |
Re: Why Earl Okezie Is Not A Politician by maclatunji: 11:05am On Nov 28, 2014 |
AZeD1: So in essence, one cannot be an effective politician and still be decent especially in Nigeria. I am almost tempted to agree with you. However, I disagree with you when you say the best way to get good leaders is to become good followers. The fish rots from the head and those in leadership position have the instruments of power to make things happen. That is why all over the world, people have to remove bad leaders before they can make genuine progress. It is almost impossible to have a bad leadership with the majority its followership enjoying prosperity. |
Re: Why Earl Okezie Is Not A Politician by maclatunji: 11:06am On Nov 28, 2014 |
wizzie001: Well, you seem to be in the same shoes with the writer. |
Re: Why Earl Okezie Is Not A Politician by AZeD1(m): 11:14am On Nov 28, 2014 |
maclatunji:When i said we have to be good followers, i meant we have to start the change from outside leadership positions. We the followers have to stop voting based on sentiments but on values. It is only then that decent people will be encouraged to enter politics. I do realize that this is a chicken and egg problem but in my opinion, getting the follower ship right is the first and most important step. 1 Like |
Re: Why Earl Okezie Is Not A Politician by asodeboyede(m): 11:22am On Nov 28, 2014 |
His wife is gifted with a rare gift called FORESIGHT! Many a home are in quagmire because they don't really know their onions when it comes to having long term plans for marriage! Marriage is beyond the 'I love you' "I love you too" rhymes! It entails being pro-active to seemingly little but weighty decisions that must be ironed out perchance! Each day comes with its own unique puzzle in marriage; so you can't afford to be stereotyped! N.B: before you crucify me, I only caught a vision of a man who is ready to defend and keep his home by yielding to his wife! God first, Family second, Other things follow..... |
Re: Why Earl Okezie Is Not A Politician by maclatunji: 11:27am On Nov 28, 2014 |
AZeD1: Ok, I understand you better. It really is a vicious cycle. 1 Like |
Re: Why Earl Okezie Is Not A Politician by mikolo80: 2:23pm On Nov 28, 2014 |
AZeD1:says who. different ingredients make a winner. simply work to your strengths and campaign to win by showing you're better instead of playing not to lose |
Re: Why Earl Okezie Is Not A Politician by AbdH: 9:51am On Nov 29, 2014 |
Riffraffs will continue to rule them in the man's state, sadly. Nigerian politics is a brand and it seems that it interests only the bad eggs amongst us. 1 Like |
Re: Why Earl Okezie Is Not A Politician by Descartes: 9:57am On Nov 29, 2014 |
In Nigeria politics, civility is always thrown to the dogs If you doubt me ask Elrufai |
Re: Why Earl Okezie Is Not A Politician by maclatunji: 3:48pm On Dec 01, 2014 |
AbdH: Good people must save our country. We cannot allow the clueless, inept and corrupt continue to rule over us. |
Re: Why Earl Okezie Is Not A Politician by maclatunji: 3:48pm On Dec 01, 2014 |
Descartes: LOL. |
Re: Why Earl Okezie Is Not A Politician by Nobody: 4:46pm On Dec 01, 2014 |
It is my opinion that Nigeria and its politics is not worth venturing into now. It makes beasts out of many men. I support the opinion of the person who said we should first become good followers by electing good men across board and doing what is right. Only then can we see decent men emerging from their holes to participate in politics. I know a man who never cheated on his wife in their 22 years of marriage till he became a politician and his aides convinced him that one of the attractions of the office is free women. He lost himself and family in the process. Today, he is out of office and his home has become a house. He is very wealthy now but said he is ready to give it all up to have back the peace and security he experienced in his life before politics. I vividly Recall the story of a man who became popular for engaging in money rituals just to buy the 80's edition of the Honda Prelude. You wouldn't buy that car for 50k today. Some other guy brutally murdered his brother ( whom their father gave cash 2 travel 4 the purpose of re- stocking their warehouse), just'cos he wanted to acquire the rave of the moment - Pathfinder Jeep. That same vehicle is now better described as a coffin. I Remember as a kid, my whole street gathered to watch a truck deliver a very large satellite dish to my neighbour's house. Today a dish one tenth that size delivers 5 times the value and is in almost every student's room. What about the Volkswagen Santana, Mercedes Benz V boot, 505Evolution, Toyota Crown, all overtaken by latest models of Camry, Honda, Bugatti, Bentley, X6, Acura and Infinity.... Vanity! Some ladies left their true loves cos some rich guy then persuaded them with a Benz 190, which turned out to be the only car they ever owned till date. They found out too late that true love is invaluable. A friend declared drinks because he launched the Nokia Communicator for over hundred grand in 2002. Today that phone would embarrass the owner and is a joke compared to the low cost and everyday phones. What about the MTN SIM card that many people went extra miles before they bought for over 30k, today you will not buy it at N100 because all networks are begging people to even take it for free. People are still making the most horrific sacrifices over 'vanity' and make enemies over worthless material things. What can I Say? Look back at that one thing you want to kill or die for today and see what becomes of it tomorrow. There is absolutely nothing you can't achieve. All you need is a little time and PATIENCE and you would thank God for his blessings. 3 Likes 3 Shares |
Re: Why Earl Okezie Is Not A Politician by AbdH: 4:57pm On Dec 01, 2014 |
maclatunji: Why was GEJ the first person that came to my mind after reading this? Hmmm! |
Re: Why Earl Okezie Is Not A Politician by ASL33: 5:02pm On Dec 01, 2014 |
Who is Earl? |
Re: Why Earl Okezie Is Not A Politician by asha80(m): 5:04pm On Dec 01, 2014 |
well riff raffs would continue to rule okezie's state...i hope the wife never gets to complain about governance in that state to anyone....kind of reminds me abia state where charlatans reign supreme at leadership. |
Re: Why Earl Okezie Is Not A Politician by maclatunji: 3:22pm On Dec 02, 2014 |
20pounds: This is fantastic post. You are absolutely right. |
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