slimmy05:
I go tear your jeans.

naptu2:


http://www.thecable.ng/thecable-apologises-soyinka-igbo-story

raumdeuter:
Now would all the insults sent in Soyinkas way from the children of anger be retracted ?

Most of them are actually jealous of the Nobel prize which none of their generation can never achieve

stevebond007:
I knew a professor of such repute wouldnot make such an inciteful statement. Believe me the media is powerful.
#bad ethics, that was how the media propagated the rwandan genocide.

Ishilove:

Swerve -------------------------->>>>>>>>>>
Keep swerving
Don't stop swerving

naptu2:


http://www.thecable.ng/thecable-apologises-soyinka-igbo-story

2n2k:
It is funny how present generation of Nigerians (who do not even know for certain what are exactly Nigerian's contributions to anti-apartheid struggle) are always quick to remind South Africans of the need to remaining perpetually grateful anytime SAs 'transgress' against what is perceived to be Nigerian interest.

Soyinka went to prison for 2 years (including solitary confinement of 4 months) for fighting the cause of Biafra within Nigeria territory (a very suicidal venture). No other 'outsider' is recorded to suffer such for Igbo cause.

He was reported to have made unsavory remark against Igbo, but Igbos are not even ready to give him benefit of the doubt since the alleged remark was not directly heard from him on tape.

It is human nature to forget favour done to one but to remember for life, any transgression. Nigerians should understand south african's situation from this point of view. I am not referring to the afrophobic attacks here, but other anti-Nigeria stance by the SA.

Phut:


The people to blame here are the journalist and maybe the person that posted the info on Nairaland. EOD

ichidodo:
There is no need taking anything back sparked off by sheer ineptitude, mischief and tribalistic leanings by your people at the Cable,if anything at all the Cable owes an apology to both parties slighted on the issue...not only Soyinka.We understand your pain..
Tis only a tree that refuses to run when it hears an axe coming for its bark-call it sensisitivity,extreme sentimentality and overreaction,if you like-...especially if that axe bearer is on a world of mischief and egged on by onlookers from the same tribe. Soyinka just got a taste of what it means to be at the end of an igbo barrage,no small reason why he had to come out in strong denial and the yoruba cable in belated and one-sided apology..

Ilekeh:


What a waste of 2 years.

Chaiiiii

birdman:


lol! unfortunately true. you would think the most detribalized nigerian would have earned some stripes, but he has found out that good deeds are indeed written on water. Awo could have told him this though, if the man from Owu wasnt so stubborn

olu4life:
And people were in a hurry to insult Soyinka. Nawa for Naija peeps o. This mentality of 'bring him down' is annoying and distasteful. I kept mum over the matter cos I was doubting the story. Patience is important biko. Lets think properly before commenting, likewise confirming from a reliable source before pouring ur hatred

ichidodo:
Your pitiable Attempts at playing down the guilt tripping from Soyinka and Cable on this gaffe is very laughable to say the least....Tis best you take your own point and stand aside for a month or two,let the igbos bask in the euphoria,gloat and preen our proud necks for the time being.

Ilekeh:


Playing down the guilt? Nigga, I'm Ilekeh and I endorse thecable's message, even though it didn't come from Soyinka.
Someone had to say the truth. You guys voted based on greed and that's why your elders are busy kissing BUHARI's Behind.