Dele Momodu has joined other Nigerians in reacting to the postponement of elections by the Independent Nigeria Electoral Commission (INEC). 

The media personality who had earlier persuaded the electoral commission's chairman to react to rumours of the postponement of elections, stated that he pities the pity the foreigners, media crew, election monitors, who are already on ground to work. 

He tweeted; 

He further buttressed his claims in an article titled 'Pendulum: Four Years After, We Are Back to Square One'. Read the article below; 

Fellow Nigerians, how time flies indeed. About four years ago, we went through this very ritual, though the election was shifted by six weeks, for reasons we believed was an excuse to get the ruling government better prepared to consolidate its grip on power. Before long, the six weeks arrived, and there was no hiding place. Even as I write this, many doubting Thomases still believe the APC government is not sincerely ready for today’s Presidential election and that it may still spring a surprise on us. Thus, there have been unconfirmed stories of the elections being postponed for a matter of days because of logistic problems. For my own part, I doubt that the authorities will act in such a cavalier manner, particularly as there are numerous local and international observers and world media around. All eyes are on us.

As you know already, my people are never short of conspiracy theories. These have been fuelled by strange events and activities that are occurring very close to E-Day! For example, there have been reports of sporadic fire outbreaks in a few INEC centres, very strange indeed when one considers the proximity of such fires to the election date. However, I have not seen much coverage explaining the magnitude of the respective conflagrations. We have also read reports of some sample ballot papers being found inside many sacks in Kano. Again, no one has come out to explain what any sane human being could be doing with sample ballot papers. The main thing is that PDP is being treated to mind-games in this high-stakes plot, the end of which no one can predict.

Say what you will, I choose to trust two key people in the whole of this election saga. The first is the Chairman of INEC, Professor Mahmood Yakubu, who has already attained the peak of his academic career and would not want to taint and end his distinguished life as a fiendish villain despised by all and treated like a maggot. So far, Professor Yakubu and INEC have managed to acquit themselves well in the preparation and run up to these general elections. They may have blotted their copy book particularly with regard to INEC’s role in the Osun State governorship elections but as this is one of the election cases currently trundling through the courts, I will say no more. It would be the height of foolishness and foolhardiness on his part to lower the bar as set and measured by what his immediate predecessor, Professor Attahiru Jega, achieved with a resounding ovation, barely four years ago. I refuse to imagine that Professor Yakubu would sacrifice his personal reputation and remarkable life, for politicians whose lives have almost expired.

Two. The other important man I choose to trust, almost blindly, although I know little or nothing about him, is the new Acting Inspector General of Police, Mohammed Adamu, who recently took over from the querulous, cantankerous and rambunctious Ibrahim Idris who fought more battles against real and imaginary enemies than he tackled the horrendous security challenges in the land. I have taken time to watch and study Adamu, as meticulously as possible, in the short time since he has been appointed acting I-G. and I’m reasonably convinced that he is educated, intelligent, smart, charismatic and cosmopolitan. I am unsure about some of the decisions he has taken, one relating to the re-deployment of Commissioners of Police in Ogun State. It seems to me that this decision is in good faith and is made because of the disgraceful way in which street urchins and thugs were brought into the arena to hurl stones at the President and other APC leaders during the Presidential rally in Ogun State.  This was a remarkable show of shame orchestrated to serve the interest of an opposition candidate and shows the real tragedy that has befallen APC, as the general elections loom. It is inconceivable that the Police would not take steps to ensure that the mayhem that occurred that day is not allowed to repeat itself during the elections. For me, it would be a calamity if it turns out later that I have wasted all these superlative adjectives on another recklessly irresponsible police officer. It is always a pity seeing some overzealous people throw decorum to the winds in order to please a god with feet of clay. Time will tell.

For whatever it means, and because I bear him no grudge, I have said it numerous times, and reiterate, that I personally like President Muhammadu Buhari. His personal attributes particularly his discipline and abstemiousness are worthy of emulation. He has demonstrated in the past that he is a credible person, although that has been put to question by some of the actions that his government has recently been taking. There is a hint of desperation to cling to power which does not augur well for our country or indeed the President himself.  I therefore will wish, and pray, that President Buhari meant every word he uttered in his various promises to the nation that he’ll execute free, fair and credible elections starting from today. I have no reason to doubt him. He is acclaimed as a man of integrity. This is the time for him to prove that he is indeed a man who is passionate about Nigeria and means his word that the country will not be broken up and Balkanised.  God has been very kind to President Buhari and his family. He practically returned from the dead less than two years ago and has somehow managed to steer the ship of State from then till today. Nigerians have not complained too much about the situation they found themselves. Rather, as is typical, they prayed for the restoration of good health to their President and their prayers were answered. Therefore, if Nigerians reject him at the polls, in a free and fair contest today, or whenever it pleases the almighty INEC, he should thank Allah for the uncommon opportunity and grace given to him for the second chance to serve Nigeria as it’s supreme ruler. He should go home in peace, to enjoy quality time with his gorgeous wife, beautiful children and adorable grandchildren. The Presidency is nobody’s personal property or fiefdom. He should take solace in joining the commendable and enviable company of other incumbent Presidents in Africa, like Goodluck Jonathan of Nigeria and John Dramani Mahama of Ghana, who made no fuss before accepting defeat in good faith, no matter the secret pains. President Buhari should remember to call his successful opponent, most likely, Atiku Abubakar, and offer his best wishes. I promise, this gesture will turn out to be an icing on Buhari’s cake for final retirement. His apotheosis would also have been guaranteed instantly.

On the other hand, if Atiku Abubakar, fails in a free and fair contest, he should accept his destiny with equanimity. I can understand that it would be a difficult time for him because it has been a long arduous journey for him to eventually land the presidential candidacy and ticket of a mainstream party. It is natural that he and his supporters will feel very disappointed having worked extremely hard to defeat and unseat President Buhari. Atiku should take solace in the fact that he has fought a good fight. His campaign has proceeded in a decent manner and he has concentrated mainly on the issues and not allowed himself to be dragged into the gutter politics that has sometimes been employed against him by some of his more overenthusiastic and fanatical opponents. Atiku must accept that in every contest, only one person can win. As long as the election is free and fair enough, the over-all interest of the country must be considered. Besides, there are remedies already embedded in the electoral act if there has been any unfairness. Justice may tarry, but it will come eventually, no matter how much people may try to manipulate the system and the judiciary.

My only worry is about President Buhari’s footsoldiers. From their utterances and body language, it is obvious that they are spoiling for war and are only ready to go down fighting. They do not seem to care about the outcome of free and fair elections as long as their candidate does not lose. They have boisterously announced to the world, and the President himself has echoed them, that no one can unseat him. That statement may be considered condescending and outrightly arrogant and capable of pouring petrol into the raging fire.

This is very sad because only four years ago, we witnessed the public ignominy suffered by Elder Peter Godsday Orubebe who was busy throwing tantrums like a baby while results of the contest between Buhari and President Jonathan were being announced. It was such a show of shame. Why would the government that came in after that disastrous melodrama repeat the same nonsense? Indeed, on reflection, it seems to me that this Government has in recent times been following the same path to perdition that the PDP and Jonathan followed towards the end of that administration.  It is like history repeating itself.  There is a surreal element of déjà vu playing out. It is my hope that the same silly season and scenario does not repeat itself come the final collation and announcement of results. Nigeria cannot afford such shame and indignity again.

What is wrong with some of the young folks in APC who behave as if they can’t find other things to do expect government work? And because of their own personal avarice and self-aggrandizement, they are unconcerned about the greater good of the greater number of people and their country. No one should ever think of setting Nigeria on fire again. Nigeria has been too kind to these people, and they should, please, leave Nigeria in peace and not in pieces.

From where I stand, I can see very clearly that whatever happens, whenever this election is held, now or in the near future, the ruling government is clearly in trouble and the ruling party has virtually collapsed, with almost no hope of redemption in sight. A house divided against itself that still wishes to stand tall may be mere wishful thinking. APC has abdicated governance and its leadership has started behaving like Emperors and conquerors. The in-fighting is so much that we no longer know who is actually in charge. In all honesty, how can a party that can no longer direct its own affairs, and a President who seems to be clueless about how to maintain party unity, discipline and loyalty, and is apparently not in charge of virtually anything, ask for people’s votes in good conscience? Such a party cannot deliver good governance, much more the change that was promised four years ago. However, it is ultimately the people’s choice as to which road they want to traverse.

From Lagos to Ogun to Adamawa to Imo to Rivers to Zamfara to Kaduna to Delta, it has been one tale of woe or the other. And it all boils down to the refusal of party chieftains to act as true democrats. What is worse, the party has rubbished some of the key figures that brought it to power, many of who have since returned to where they came from, PDP. The major assets that brought Buhari to power have all collapsed and it mainly liabilities that can be seen all around.

The day of reckoning is here. The People will have their say. The contending gladiators must also ensure that the People must have their way. Their choice must prevail no matter whose ox is gored. Nobody is bigger than Nigeria.


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This country is a joke

Dele my boy, this is the government you guys foisted on your. gullible followers. we saw these things coming but you guys hatred for Jonathan was more.

What APC failed to understand is that they will loose some voters with this postponement.

This will show some people that wanted to vote for them how un-serious they are with governance.

Hmmmm

Seriously Pdp should not be blamed for the postponement

The government that appointed the hopeless professor should absorb and take responsibility for whatever happened

I believe strongly that the government and other agencies are not coordinated

It’s a shame on the government and the the glorified electoral agency

Terrible decision to postpone the elections. But on the bright side, those who have already written results have been hit hard by it because to come up with new result sheets and other documents in barely one week is near impossible.

But overall the election should be held in earnest because the division it is creating in the country is really dangerous

Professor cluelessness Yakubu must resigns

helinues:
Professor cluelessness Yakubu must resigns

The government should be blamed seriously

It’s a shame

I condemn this and other well meaning Nigeria should do

The way it is now

Know one will agree the results when it finally comes out

The government really messed up

Know one will believe the result when it comes out

I pray that the country is not thrown To chaos

naunasabi:
What APC failed to understand is that they will some vote with this postponement.

This will show some people that wanted to vote for them how un-serious they are with governance.

The election was postponed by INEC not APC

Neither the government nor APC have the right to do that only INEC does. And if you claim that INEC and the federal government are one and the same then my question would be: how then were you expecting PDP to win?

sarrki:


The government should be blamed seriously

It’s a shame

I condemn this and other well meaning Nigeria should do

Broda, do you know how many inconveniences this is going to cause?

He should have consulted all the party early yesterday.

I saw the debunked news around 1 am.. Waking up to see the news have been confirmed.

helinues:


Broda, do you know how many inconveniences this is going to cause?

He should have consulted all the party early yesterday.

I saw the debunked news around 1 am.. Waking up to see the news have been confirmed.

Baba the truth must be said the way it is

The government is in the know

There is Know way he will take a decision like that alone

I pray they don’t plunge us into state of anarchy

sarrki:


Baba the truth must be said the way it is

The government is in the know

There is Know way he will take a decision like that alone

I pray they don’t plunge us into state of anarchy

I agree with you boss. FG must be aware of the postponement early which is too bad for our democracy. Why keeping the news away from other parties?

25% of people wont make an attempt to vote again.
This is intentionally sabotaging

helinues:


I agree with you boss. FG must be aware of the postponement early which is too bad for our democracy. Why keeping the news away from other parties?

25% of people wont make an attempt to vote again.
This is intentionally sabotaging

If Pdp rejects the result I will support them for the first time

I am really disappointed

Nevertheless, we remain resolute, unshakened n determined.....the "booting" out remains sacrosanct!!!

- Abraham Lincoln (1862)

sarrki:


If Pdp rejects the result I will support them for the first time

I am really disappointed

That's why being an internet warriors is a bae.

Whether Pdp or Apc,they dont really care about us.

So Yakubu was like, let me postponed it. They can only rant.. Chai

I don't know when Nigeria government will get things right. INEC fixed the dates since last year but unable to stick to it. And the worst thing about this postponement it is announced at last hours . Too bad

sarrki:
The way it is now

Know one will agree the results when it finally comes out

The government really messed up

Know one will believe the result when it comes out

I pray that the country is not thrown To chaos

stop blaming the government who had given INEC all it needed to do this election. Inec is being sabotaged and needs to rearrange itself. e.g the burning of Inec offices is whose fault? abi who would you blame for the massacre of 66 fulanis yesterday so that Kaduna can be in crisis? Those who are afraid of the outcome of this election are sabotaging Inec...FeB 23 is here.

Babacele:
stop blaming the government who had given INEC all it needed to do this election. Inec is being sabotaged and needs to rearrange itself. e.g the burning of Inec offices is whose fault? abi who would you blame for the massacre of 66 fulanis yesterday so that Kaduna can be in crisis? Those who are afraid of the outcome of this election are sabotaging Inec...FeB 23 is here.

Do you know that act can plunge Nigeria into state of anarchy?

I love Buhari

But love Nigeria more

Let’s say it the way it is

He’s not greater than Nigeria

He failed on this ABC

sarrki:

If Pdp rejects the result I will support them for the first time
I am really disappointed

There is no postponement sarrki

APCsupporter:


There is no postponement sarrki

There is brother

sarrki:


There is brother

I just confirmed it. This is ridiculous. I came to zaria yesterday just to vote. Honestly it should have been earlier than this.

sarrki:


Do you know that act can plunge Nigeria into state of anarchy?

I love Buhari

But love Nigeria more

Let’s say it the way it is

He’s not greater than Nigeria

He failed on this ABC

By helping Mammud to move materials to Niger, Ekiti and Taraba? Do you even have your ear to the grounds at all? Do you know they are sad and jittery they have not been able to pollute the nation with toxic money? Do you know the extent they are going trying to compromise inec staff? I am 100b% behind PMB. INEC should do its job for even we in APC don't want this postponement .

APCsupporter:




I just confirmed it. This is ridiculous. I came to zaria yesterday just to vote. Honestly it should have been earlier than this.

There is Know way anyone can convince me the federal government is not in the Know

The announcement could have been made much earlier

A lot of people traveled home with there hard earned money to perform there civic responsibility

Babacele:
By helping Mammud to move materials to Niger, Ekiti and Taraba? Do you even have your ear to the grounds at all? Do you know they are sad and jittery they have not been able to pollute the nation with toxic money? Do you know the extent they are going trying to compromise inec staff? I am 100b behind PMB. INEC should do its job for even we in APC don't want this postponement .

Baba it is totally wrong they should have been on top of there game

sarrki:


There is Know way anyone can convince me the federal government is not in the Know

The announcement could have been made much earlier

A lot of people traveled home with there hard earned money to perform there civic responsibility

They definitely know. I hope this nonsense is reversed cos if i go back to kaduna i am not coming back again. They had so much time to make preparations. Why postpone it at the last hours?

Though the fact that pdp had initially asked for postponent could suggest that bribery has taken place

sarrki:
The way it is now

No one will agree the results when it finally comes out

The government really messed up

Know one will believe the result when it comes out

I pray that the country is not thrown To chaos

@ boldened is the major problem we are likely to face now.

Inec had to wait until the very last minute

Conspiracy theories are going to be thrown everywhere, before, during and after the elections now.

B1ak3:


The election was postponed by INEC not APC

Neither the government or APC have the right to do that only INEC does. And if you claim that INEC and the federal government are one and the same them my question would be: how then were you expecting PDP to win?

The issue of logistics and security as claimed by INEC to be the reason for the postponement is mostly in the hand of the government.

It is the responsibility of the government to ensure that INEC carries out it's constitutional duties without any obstruction whatsoever.

Yes it is the duty of Buhari's APC government to provide INEC with not just budget but ensure that INEC faces no challenges in carrying out their duty.

This singular action showed the world the kind of president we have.

But this is Nigeria where people like you based on blind loyalty has absolves the government of his responsibilities and blame yourself and the opposition for the shortcomings of the government.

sarrki:


Do you know that act can plunge Nigeria into state of anarchy?

I love Buhari

But love Nigeria more

Let’s say it the way it is

He’s not greater than Nigeria

He failed on this ABC

I am glad you are seeing Buhari for who he truly is.

I hope he conducts himself carefully this coming days. It seems one week one new misstep from. Buhari.