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Yakubu Gowon And His Wife, Victoria In 1969 (Throwback Photo ) / Gowon Shakes Hands With Trudeau..in 1973 / Yakubu Gowon Shaking Hands With, Justin Trudeau Current Canadian Prime Minister (2) (3) (4)
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Re: Pic : Gowon And Trudeau In 1973, Is Africa Moving Forward Or Backward??? by nellyelitz(m): 8:10pm On Oct 21, 2015 |
kettykin:if na only 70 years e for better... But na 70 something still without a certificate. |
Re: Pic : Gowon And Trudeau In 1973, Is Africa Moving Forward Or Backward??? by Bollinger(m): 8:18pm On Oct 21, 2015 |
kettykin: Your argument is misguided. Age is not the problem. The problem is the Nigerian mentality. It is a phucked up mentality. The fact that you think a man cannot rule at that age proves it. Winston churchhill, one of the greatest leaders the world had ever seen was voted a second time at the age of 77 and he was also a military personel. What do you have to say about that? Age is not Buhari's problem; his problem is he is a nigerian. |
Re: Pic : Gowon And Trudeau In 1973, Is Africa Moving Forward Or Backward??? by Ugomba(m): 8:23pm On Oct 21, 2015 |
bettercreature:Africa is NOT Cursed, as 4 Nigeria, are you not a Nigerian? |
Re: Pic : Gowon And Trudeau In 1973, Is Africa Moving Forward Or Backward??? by chagga(m): 8:31pm On Oct 21, 2015 |
WHERE DID WE GO WRONG? WAKE UP NIGERIAN YOUTHS Awolowo was (37), Akintola (36), Ahmadu Bello (36) Balewa (34) and Okotie-Eboh (27), Enahoro (27) led the struggle for independence after the death of Macaulay. Only Zik was 42 at the time. In 1966, the first coup was led by: Kaduna Nzeogwu (29) and countered by Murtala Mohammed (28), Theophilus Danjuma (28), Babangida (25), Nanven Garba (23), Sani Abacha (23), Shehu Musa Yaradua (23), and brought into power Gowon (32), Ojukwu (33), Obasanjo (29), Buhari (24). Most of the military administrators who governed the states under the successive military regimes, most of whom are governors now, were under 30 years. The brief democratic dispensation which interjected the military interregnums also saw the House of Representativesin particular populated by majority of members under 30 years as well as some senators. Under 30s were also not in short supply with appointments, we have examples of MT Mbu who became foreign affairs minister at 23 and Pat Utomi who became a presidential adviser at 27 and so on and so forth. NOW: Why is it that this age bracket is today still sleeping in 3 seater chairs in their parents’ homes? Why is it that this age bracket is today still collecting pocket money from their parents? Why is it that this age bracket is today still writing JAMB? Why is it that this age bracket is today still sagging their trousers? Why is it that this age bracket is today still searching for jobs, not yet married? Why is it that this age bracket is today no longer qualified to even be leaders of youth wings of political parties? Why is it that this age bracket is today so docile? Why is it that this age bracket is today still incapable of feeding itself? Why is it that this age bracket is today barred by law from even aspiring to certain political offices? Why is it that this age bracket is today incapacitated, unwilling, unable and incapable of asking questions? GOD BLESS NIGERIA! Prof Wole soyinka |
Re: Pic : Gowon And Trudeau In 1973, Is Africa Moving Forward Or Backward??? by sniperr007(m): 8:31pm On Oct 21, 2015 |
ikbnice: Why u think so? U b God? |
Re: Pic : Gowon And Trudeau In 1973, Is Africa Moving Forward Or Backward??? by Btruth: 8:53pm On Oct 21, 2015 |
Whatever..., Buhari is the people's choice, wailers can continue their wailing. Baba carry go joor! |
Re: Pic : Gowon And Trudeau In 1973, Is Africa Moving Forward Or Backward??? by blackprowler: 9:31pm On Oct 21, 2015 |
I've read some of these comments. I've been blacklisted and frustrated out of twitter where all the top people in Nigeria who once related or followed me have blocked or run away from me. Ok now, did you hear that 60 or 70 percent of Nigerian population are under 25 years old? So who voted the old people into office if the youth are desperate to govern? Nigeria is a joke. I absolutely agree with those who call this place a zoo or jungle. The problem of Nigeria, Africa, black man is long and glaring and yet they can't see it: their VALUES. The thing we pursue in life and our idea of how life should be lived is barbaric, undeveloped, uninformed, vain - where can I end. Even the fact that they want to black me out rather than debate my points is the greatest evidence of this. Don't forget Gowon was not yet even 32 when he became Supreme Commander of Nigeria, with powers of all those 469 legislators and the President combined. Guess what: he was there by force and not by whether we as a society wanted him there or not. It's not about young or old - it's about what your SOCIETY thinks is right/wrong 1 Like |
Re: Pic : Gowon And Trudeau In 1973, Is Africa Moving Forward Or Backward??? by malikisah: 9:59pm On Oct 21, 2015 |
kettykin:I see you are very brilliant unfortunately for you, only on nairaland |
Re: Pic : Gowon And Trudeau In 1973, Is Africa Moving Forward Or Backward??? by malikisah: 10:00pm On Oct 21, 2015 |
xty2cool:instead of speaking grammar, bring the men of unusual approach now |
Re: Pic : Gowon And Trudeau In 1973, Is Africa Moving Forward Or Backward??? by holocron: 10:01pm On Oct 21, 2015 |
TIMEISWISDOM: You are right that our leaders have failed us. But they have not failed their masters ( the ex-colonial powers) who groomed and put them in place as youngsters. But the problem with today's youth is that their seniors failed to groom them as proper leaders of a progressive society. That is why you have seen a steady and continous degradation in educational standards from high standards at independence to the mockery it is now. Today's youth are simple victims of harsh economic and social circumstances that have left them intellectually stunted. Go to political gatherings: what calls themselves youth are late 30s, 40s and 50s. Because in todays nigerian economy 20s can hardly fend for themselves not to talk of leadership. No. The present youthful generation cant lead now. They still need time to mature. Or perhaps the baton will bypass them to their children, if they would undertake to orient that generation. |
Re: Pic : Gowon And Trudeau In 1973, Is Africa Moving Forward Or Backward??? by Dcaliphate(m): 10:05pm On Oct 21, 2015 |
Chinaimporter:let that flaming sword santctify ur dad's d*ck so he stops producing expired milk. Dunce!! |
Re: Pic : Gowon And Trudeau In 1973, Is Africa Moving Forward Or Backward??? by Nysqd(f): 10:05pm On Oct 21, 2015 |
Ilekeh:My dear, Justin Trudeau kicked out an incumbent that had held the office of PM for almost ten years! Not nepotism but sheer ability! |
Re: Pic : Gowon And Trudeau In 1973, Is Africa Moving Forward Or Backward??? by TIMEISWISDOM(m): 10:09pm On Oct 21, 2015 |
holocron:I wonder what you mean by "them not failed the colonial powers" but they remain failures and can never groom successful youths. I disagree with you on our youths not being ready, they are just not given the chance needed |
Re: Pic : Gowon And Trudeau In 1973, Is Africa Moving Forward Or Backward??? by eddybillfm: 10:10pm On Oct 21, 2015 |
That person is trying to clean all the mess caused by that party.... ( PEOPLE DECEIVE PEOPLE.) PDP..... |
Re: Pic : Gowon And Trudeau In 1973, Is Africa Moving Forward Or Backward??? by malikisah: 10:19pm On Oct 21, 2015 |
ArodeTsolaye:and you are sure to survive? Of course you will not survive your own curse! |
Re: Pic : Gowon And Trudeau In 1973, Is Africa Moving Forward Or Backward??? by lebete3000: 10:19pm On Oct 21, 2015 |
doublewisdom:You want him to die of depression? |
Re: Pic : Gowon And Trudeau In 1973, Is Africa Moving Forward Or Backward??? by Nysqd(f): 10:24pm On Oct 21, 2015 |
alaoeri:Is that a yardstick to measure the abilities of all young people in the country? |
Re: Pic : Gowon And Trudeau In 1973, Is Africa Moving Forward Or Backward??? by muyex1(m): 10:34pm On Oct 21, 2015 |
ArodeTsolaye: You calling a Nation that you reside in a zoo, it show that you an animal that live in zoo also, i just imagine how Nigeria youth reason with their brain, instead of us to be unite and look for a way to limit the influence if this old generation in future Nigeria but we are doing another thing, I pity the future of these country. |
Re: Pic : Gowon And Trudeau In 1973, Is Africa Moving Forward Or Backward??? by alaoeri: 10:39pm On Oct 21, 2015 |
Nysqd:When all these old cargoes are campaigning in the sun & in the rain where are the youth? The few youths that find themselves at the corridors of power fumbled and the era of appointing someone from Harvard is over, if you wanna lead you have to join a political party and be active, not just sit down at the comfort of your home criticising & expect to be appointed for a position, there are some ppl that sweat, risk their lives & property for PMB to be president, Garba Sheu & Adeshina are reaping the fruit of their labour likewise Lai Muhammad. |
Re: Pic : Gowon And Trudeau In 1973, Is Africa Moving Forward Or Backward??? by IEDA: 11:00pm On Oct 21, 2015 |
jjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjj Ilekeh:storrrrrrrrrrryyyyyyyyyy.......so ex-president bush of usa was what? |
Re: Pic : Gowon And Trudeau In 1973, Is Africa Moving Forward Or Backward??? by Zelex9(m): 11:22pm On Oct 21, 2015 |
Martins301: Spot on! |
Re: Pic : Gowon And Trudeau In 1973, Is Africa Moving Forward Or Backward??? by 1miccza: 12:18am On Oct 22, 2015 |
alaoeri: And these few would make up the younger generations right?? |
Re: Pic : Gowon And Trudeau In 1973, Is Africa Moving Forward Or Backward??? by Spybradd: 1:20am On Oct 22, 2015 |
moscobabs: thats what yall hopeless ppl always say...you will soon die of being unsentimental.. |
Re: Pic : Gowon And Trudeau In 1973, Is Africa Moving Forward Or Backward??? by pus33: 1:23am On Oct 22, 2015 |
This was the days of illegal occupation by Nigeria. It lead to a bloody military coup. What he did is considered illegal at the time. |
Re: Pic : Gowon And Trudeau In 1973, Is Africa Moving Forward Or Backward??? by Spybradd: 1:25am On Oct 22, 2015 |
tbaba1234: all these ppl have certificates..they aint religious freaks anf fanatics.. |
Re: Pic : Gowon And Trudeau In 1973, Is Africa Moving Forward Or Backward??? by tbaba1234: 1:31am On Oct 22, 2015 |
Spybradd: Buhari is a graduate of the US war college. His degree is equivalent to a masters degree, nowadays. |
Re: Pic : Gowon And Trudeau In 1973, Is Africa Moving Forward Or Backward??? by donzi(m): 1:36am On Oct 22, 2015 |
"Fear the lord my son, Fear the king as well, do not associate with people who always insist on change". -Proverbs 24 verse21
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Re: Pic : Gowon And Trudeau In 1973, Is Africa Moving Forward Or Backward??? by Nobody: 2:40am On Oct 22, 2015 |
First of all,d guy looks like his mum and he is cute Secondly,99% of u guys stood on election day shouting change Moreover, corruption in Nigeria is from d grassroot not about being old or young. If the foundation is destroyed what can the righteous do Futhermore, you can't compare nig 2 oda countries,we are still dealing with the aftermath of amalgamation Finally, there's is no nationalist spirit in us that is why we continue to fail democratically. Thank you. |
Re: Pic : Gowon And Trudeau In 1973, Is Africa Moving Forward Or Backward??? by spiralwedge(m): 3:14am On Oct 22, 2015 |
moscobabs: That was not Trudeau, but Justin. The father was Trudeau. Pls correct |
Re: Pic : Gowon And Trudeau In 1973, Is Africa Moving Forward Or Backward??? by mikolo80: 3:20am On Oct 22, 2015 |
xty2cool:name one person with unusal approach,one,just one you no fit |
Re: Pic : Gowon And Trudeau In 1973, Is Africa Moving Forward Or Backward??? by Asiwaju9ja(m): 3:24am On Oct 22, 2015 |
kettykin: Yes because you are not ready to lead. Who amongst you presented themselves for leadership? The youths of today sef are even worse than Buhari. Na Akpabio, Abi na Ameachi? Or Ibori to the "late" Alams. Trudeu abi wetin be his name has been groomed for leadersip right from a baby. If na naija Dem go say papa rule finish give pikin(saraki) But our youths(most of them) there's no telling of how they survive criminally. |
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