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| Re: Why Did Awo Lose The 1979 Election? by Rgp92: 5:40pm On Oct 13, 2011 |
As you can see Nigeria is very tribalist Country. |
| Re: Why Did Awo Lose The 1979 Election? by DrummaBoy(m): 5:58pm On Oct 13, 2011 |
NOW AM I AMAZED BLANK POLITICIANS WIN ELECTIONS BLANK ELECTORATE VOTED THEM IDIOOOOTS RULED BY FOOOOOLS!!! |
| Re: Why Did Awo Lose The 1979 Election? by Rgp92: 6:25pm On Oct 13, 2011 |
Well, most black people are stupid. They never think about the future, only about the present. |
| Re: Why Did Awo Lose The 1979 Election? by T8ksy(m): 8:22pm On Oct 13, 2011 |
DrummaBoy: And who did the east supported? A split between Zik's NPP (a no-hoper) and Ekweume's NPN. The ibos allied with the north in both the first and the second republic. Even as the north continue to massacre them in their enclave. |
| Re: Why Did Awo Lose The 1979 Election? by Chyz2: 8:25pm On Oct 13, 2011 |
T8ksy: So because of the "north" massacring Igbos we should have supported a yoruba(Awolowo) that starved millions of Igbos and minority groups?  Hypocrite! |
| Re: Why Did Awo Lose The 1979 Election? by T8ksy(m): 8:39pm On Oct 13, 2011 |
Chyz*: Afoju!!! I suppose you haven't yet discern the folly in ibo's persistent support for the north. Oh well, see how far your bootlicking (of the north) has got the whole country to. Awo didn't starved millions of ibo people rather it was ojukwu who did by carrying on with the war even as thousands of his people were dying everyday from hunger. The cold-hearted bas.tard even exploited the horrendous plights of his people to fund and maintain his egocentric war. |
| Re: Why Did Awo Lose The 1979 Election? by Chyz2: 9:11pm On Oct 13, 2011 |
T8ksy: Agwo!!! It was that nerd-looking coward of a bytch Awolowo that came up with the starvation idea. The irony of a yorobo speaking of another group licking northern azz. . .lolz  |
| Re: Why Did Awo Lose The 1979 Election? by T8ksy(m): 9:17pm On Oct 13, 2011 |
Chyz*: And the northerners who perpetuated the war acquiesed to the idea and enforced it!!! The same northerners that the ibos in their infinite wisdom chose to s.uck up to 9years later. |
| Re: Why Did Awo Lose The 1979 Election? by Chyz2: 9:24pm On Oct 13, 2011 |
T8ksy: Boo hoo!  . . . He never became president and that is that. Gbam! Gbosa! |
| Re: Why Did Awo Lose The 1979 Election? by emiye(m): 9:41pm On Oct 13, 2011 |
danjohn: I completely concur with your assertions! |
| Re: Why Did Awo Lose The 1979 Election? by slaughter(m): 10:37pm On Oct 13, 2011 |
source http://www.elombah.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&catid=59%3Asabella-ogbobode-abidde&id=3721%3Achief-obafemi-awolowo&Itemid=37 For his critics they are attempting to rework history by allowing their prejudices, illiteracy, and preconceived notions to cloud their reasoning. These critics have become masters at injecting willful fallacies, calculated falsehood and historical nonsense into history; and in so doing, have began to cast aspersions on the memory of the great Obafemi Awolowo. Chief Obafemi Awolowo was a political giant with an extraordinary mind and talent. He was graceful, charismatic and purposeful. Most of all he had vision, and was a nice and decent human being! Yes, Chief Awolowo had his shortcomings. He was not a saint. However, his failings and missteps were far fewer and less injurious than those of his contemporaries. Within the context of Nigerian, and indeed within African politics, Awolowo had no equal. None! He towered above his contemporaries. Not only that -- all the leaders we’ve had since his exit from government and politics have been political dwarfs. One would be hard-pressed to name a political leader in Nigeria -- since the second-half of the twentieth century -- who did more for his people and for his country than Awolowo. Awolowo was not a President. He was the Premier of the Western Region of Nigeria from October 1, 1959 until October 1, 1960. Nonetheless, his accomplishments dwarf the combined achievements of the last five heads of government Nigeria has had. And so from now until eternity his contribution to Nigeria’s socioeconomic and political life will be remembered and appreciated by discerning minds. As a federal minister under General Yakubu Gowon, he saved Nigeria from self immolation. From the time he began his political career until his passing to the heavens -- his two great public missions was to make Nigeria better than the way he met it; and also, to secure Nigeria’s economic, social and political future for the next generation. But he was unable to achieve his presidential dream because he refused to compromise his principles; refused to betray his constituent and his conscience; and also refused to bow to the whims of the Colonialist. In addition, he refused to obey orders given by Dodan Barracks. For these and other reasons, therefore, he was denied the ultimate political price: the Presidency of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Because he was denied this political price, Nigeria has remained in the doldrums ever since. In Chief Awolowo, we lost the brightest star we’ve ever had and may have to wait another seventy-year for a man like him to take Nigeria to the Promised Land. Frankly, to say he was a statesman is an understatement. If he was an American or a European, the world would have placed him in the same league as Churchill, Roosevelt, Charles de Gaulle and many others. We now have a budding school of shortsighted, narrow-minded, and mean-spirited critics who are into Awo-bashing: rewriting history, repeating age-old falsities, spreading lies and innuendoes and casting aspersions on the Great One. Charles Caleb Colton it was who said that “In life, we shall find many men that are great, and some men that are good, but very few men that are both great and good.” Chief Obafemi Awolowo was such a man. He was good. He was great. He was extraordinary in many ways. And so I remember him today as I have since his passing on May 9, 1987. Chief Awolowo was born at the right time, and lived his life in the right country. But whether our country was right for him is another question. His impact on the lives of millions of Nigerians is immeasurable. He lived his life for the people. More than two decades after his untimely passing, he remains the yardstick by which greatness is still measured in the most populous and most important country in the Black world. Twenty years after his passing, Awolowo lives on. He lives through his friends and family. He lives through his disciples. He lives through the great things he did for Nigeria. He lives through his writings and sermons. He lives through his political accomplishments. He lives through all those who believe in the goodness and kindness of the human spirit; and he lives through all those who genuinely believe in, and invoke his name and ideals. He truly was a truly great man. Because of his brilliance and strength of character, he was very much misunderstood and envied; and because most couldn’t measure up to his expectation and greatness, they vilified him. If you were not alive when Awolowo lived, or if you were not fortunate to have met him, well, let me tell you this: He was graceful. He was charismatic. He was purposeful. Most of all he had a clear vision of what he wanted for Nigeria and for humanity. Above all else, he was a nice and decent human being! Oh AWOLOWO!! Within the context of Nigerian, and indeed within African politics, Awolowo had no equal. He towered above his colleagues. To truly appreciate his greatness, all you need do is to take a look at the men and women who now dot, and have dotted our public estate and public space. Do so and you’d be hard-pressed to name a political leader in Nigeria, in the last 50 years, who did more for his people and for his country than Awolowo. In him we lost the brightest star we ever had and may have to wait another seventy years for a man like him As I think of Awolowo, I wonder what would have become of our country. I think of how far we would have gone in terms of human and economic development. I think of all the possibilities and the dreams and aspirations we had as a nation. I miss him. I miss a good man, I miss a great man. I cannot now remember who it was who said, “Some people come into our lives and quickly go. Some people move our souls to dance. They awaken us to a new understanding with the passing whisper of their wisdom. Some people make the sky more beautiful to gaze upon. They stay in our lives for awhile.” Awolowo was this and much more. He will remain in our lives for eternity. To further your understanding/appreciation of Chief Obafemi Awolowo please visit: http://www.nigerianmuse.com/projects/Awoproject/?PHPSESSID=80a333ce9b34574eeaf9416291533225[quote][/quote] For no reason at all ,all of u critics must respect the contributon of this man to this country. |
| Re: Why Did Awo Lose The 1979 Election? by Dede1(m): 11:02pm On Oct 13, 2011 |
^^^^ Granted that Awo was one of my favorite political operatives out of the cesspit called Nigeria but all these empty and winded praises from loudmouthed apologists engender more aspersions on the Awo personalities than praises from his critics. Awo was premier of western region for only four (4) years and these whiners would want us to believe Awo was a magician. In fact, critical look at Ibadan, past or present, will tell the entire story any reasonable fellow would want to know about Awo. I must reiterate without the federal government of Nigeria under Gowon, Awo was simply a mediocre. |
| Re: Why Did Awo Lose The 1979 Election? by Crownvilla(m): 11:07pm On Oct 13, 2011 |
Here is the rub: Awo lost the swing states of Cross River and Rivers States to the National Party of Nigeria (NPN). In addition, he couldn't capture Kwara which voted 60/40% in favour of the NPN. Whilst campaigning in the East, he told the crowd that he would ban the importation of Stock fish from Norway. This cost him the few votes he may have garnered from the East. Furthermore, many voters from the East didn't vote for Awo because of his alleged role in the civil war. He allegedly advised Yakubu Gowon to block any salt from going to the east, effectively "legitimising" starvation as a tactic of war. This act was a major catalyst in the resultant Kwashiokor epidemic. Even if these factors are discounted, it would have been an almost impossible task for Awo to get any sizeable votes in the East; considering that the East fielded a well respected candidate in Nnamdi Azikiwe. Awo made it very clear in his extensive campaigns across the country that he would probe the military. His naivety or frankness (depending on how you view it) must have cost him badly behind the scenes. After the first 4 elections it became clear that the NPN would win the majority number of votes cast. There was talk of all the other parties asking their supporters to vote for the Unity Party of Nigeria. The "merger" was at the best inconclusive and didn't amount to much. The free education at all levels was no big deal to the North. If my memory serves me right; education was free at the time for Northerners. (I may be wrong on this one, but I schooled in the North and vaguely remember LEA primary schools being free, ditto the Government Colleges. All northern states paid handsome bursaries to their students that were in higher education. I’m almost certain that tuition was also free). In addition to the above, the perennial problem of rigging reared its ugly head. (The election definitely wasn't free and fair but I'm not in a position to evaluate how this affected the final outcome). Awo's last hope of a legal interpretation that would have resulted in a 2nd poll were dashed when the court ruled in favour the submission of Richard Akinjide for the NPN. |
| Re: Why Did Awo Lose The 1979 Election? by 2mch(m): 11:12pm On Oct 13, 2011 |
 I have never seen in any war where an opponent expects the person he is fighting with to feed him. And carries on the anger for almost 40years.hahahhahaha. funny shi*t i tell you. Dont start a war if you dont have plans on how to feed yourselves. Food is the fastest way to break anyone. If you never chop, where you go get energy to fight. Instant surrender. 1 Like |
| Re: Why Did Awo Lose The 1979 Election? by Ndipe(m): 11:23pm On Oct 13, 2011 |
old story, but rumor has it the election was rigged. |
| Re: Why Did Awo Lose The 1979 Election? by knightride: 11:36pm On Oct 13, 2011 |
Yes the election was rigged. Awo was declared the winner; only for Shagari to be tagged the winner later. I believe it is the handiwork of the west (The Capitalists); who would NEVER support any form of "Socialism" (Awo's Philosophy)  You remind the of Fela's song, with the title "Teacher don't teach me nonsense" |
| Re: Why Did Awo Lose The 1979 Election? by Jarus(m): 11:38pm On Oct 13, 2011 |
Why he lost: 1, He was contesting against a well-funded establishment party, NPN, like the PDP of today 2, He was hardly respected beyond the Yoruba states 3, He picked Philip Umeadi, an Igbo, as VP - a poor judgment, sidelining the North. What do you sell to the North? Yet, he still did well in my opinion. Actually wondering how he got so much votes(30+%) so close to NPN with all these barriers. |
| Re: Why Did Awo Lose The 1979 Election? by kulutempa: 11:43pm On Oct 13, 2011 |
danjohn: @Danjohn, what you have just said, is the gospel according to Nigerian politics. The tribal balance of power among the tribes in Nigeria is so delicate, and the mutual mistrust and suspicion so deep, that an outspoken, controversial politician has no chance of winning Presidential elections in the country. Once you become too closely identified with a region, tribe, or religion in Nigeria, you might as well kiss your chances of winning goodbye. As you rightly pointed out Nigerian power brokers like their ideal presidential candidate to be colourless, weak, and preferably clueless. Unfortunately for Awolowo, he was anything but. |
| Re: Why Did Awo Lose The 1979 Election? by delpee(f): 11:50pm On Oct 13, 2011 |
Whatever anybody says, Awo was a great man. If today's leaders can just do half of what he did, Nigeria will go places. Same way Sardauna did so much for the North unlike today's Northern leaders who prefer to be rich alone and ranka deded while the masses reel in ignorance and poverty. The old politicians didnt have much in monetary terms but their positive impact on peoples lives will live forever. We pray for better days and leaders with vision and the will and strength to achieve results. @ Alj Harem Your posts have been quite insightful and objective. Dont mind the unexposed hearsay advocates who base all their analysis on old stereotypes and local gossips. |
| Re: Why Did Awo Lose The 1979 Election? by T8ksy(m): 12:04am On Oct 14, 2011 |
Chyz*: And you ibos have never had a nigerian president nor will you ever do. |
| Re: Why Did Awo Lose The 1979 Election? by lagcity(m): 1:20am On Oct 14, 2011 |
Abeg leave Matter. Let Awo rest. Whether one hates Awo or loves him, one thing that's undeniable is that Awo is the kind of leader you want on your side when the going gets tough. Nigerians missed the opportunity to have a great leader and there's no point crying about spilt milk. Let's move on. |
| Re: Why Did Awo Lose The 1979 Election? by aljharem3: 1:26am On Oct 14, 2011 |
Jarus: That was one thing I disliked Awolowo for really that is !!!! ONE THING I DID NOT LIKE ABOUT AWOLOWO |
| Re: Why Did Awo Lose The 1979 Election? by tarano: 2:57am On Oct 14, 2011 |
The election was flawed, the interpretation of the electoral law was flawed, shagari won an election with less than 34% of the vote, Candidate Party Votes % Shehu Shagari National Party of Nigeria 5,668,857 33.77 Obafemi Awolowo Unity Party of Nigeria 4,916,651 29.18 Nnamdi Azikiwe Nigerian People's Party 2,822,523 16.75 Aminu Kano People's Redemption Party 1,732,113 10.28 Waziri Ibrahim Greater Nigerian People's Party 1,686,489 10.02 Total 16,846,633 100 A runoff was necessary but the powers that be would not allow Nigerians to be, (British interest, Military Interest) http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nigerian_presidential_election,_1979 |
| Re: Why Did Awo Lose The 1979 Election? by Obiagu1(m): 4:31am On Oct 14, 2011 |
When will the SW let go of Awo and move on  Soon, they will be compared alongside North in backwardness and all they have to shout is Awo and Lagos. |
| Re: Why Did Awo Lose The 1979 Election? by EkoIle1: 4:51am On Oct 14, 2011 |
Jarus: It made no difference because Awo won regardless, minus the well publicized rigging of course. Have we forgotten the 12-2/3 debacle? Nigerians were denied a run off for a reason, they saw Awo's strength and capabilities. |
| Re: Why Did Awo Lose The 1979 Election? by RoadStar: 5:06am On Oct 14, 2011 |
Obiagu1:While the SS and SE hold meetings on how to further their economies and society, in the SW is all Awo this, Awo that While the whole region is going down the drains un-noticed. |
| Re: Why Did Awo Lose The 1979 Election? by EkoIle1: 5:21am On Oct 14, 2011 |
RoadStar: This is why I always feel sorry for you people. Hold your meetings for next 60 years, the facts still remains that your leaders not only didn't measure up to Awolowo, they are yet to deliver 1/4 of the many development and advancements Awo delivered to the people of Nigeria. What meetings are you holding gon sef? How to appoint SA for comedic affairs or how to decorate roundabouts? Like they say, the only thing ibo governors know how to do is patch together roundabouts and post picture of their roundabout as development, no wonder you people run to NL with your roundabout pictures and pass them on as development, Same ibo people wey no fit shop their daily bread unless they migrate like refugee to Yoruba land for survival, lmao, ibo people fit crack me up sometimes sha. You people no dey measure ya stones before your begin thrown I swear. |
| Re: Why Did Awo Lose The 1979 Election? by mbatuku1: 6:16am On Oct 14, 2011 |
^^^ It's funny how Yoruba people live in denials. The SS/SE are fast developing with very financially buoyant states. 3 of out SW states are in very serious financial stress, with barely enough funds to pay salaries, talkless of having anything for development. Yet, you are abusing others of not being developed. Have you even left Yoruba land to visit other regions before you start screaming about development? Continue waiting for Awo to wake up from the dead to help you. Retarded hypocrite! |
| Re: Why Did Awo Lose The 1979 Election? by EkoIle1: 6:38am On Oct 14, 2011 |
mbatuku1: When you say fast developing, what exactly are you talking about? You mean industrial development ( If yes, give us facts and list examples) You mean Infrastructural development? ( If yes, give us facts and list examples) Abia state.
Anambra state
The governments of the five states in the South East geo-political zone are battling with civil servants over payment of the N18,000 minimum wage. Imo State, where the governor, Chief RochasOkorocha, showed determination to pay the minimum wage surprisingly joined the fray with an indefinite strike following “the refusal of the state government to sign the N18,000 minimum wage agreement jointly prepared by government and labour.” http://www.insiderweeklymagazine.com/ed170.php ACN govs resolve to pay minimum wage n July 7, 2011 · In News So, who is poor and who is financially buoyant.? Yoruba states or ibo states wey still dey struggle and still unable to pay their own people basic minimum wage? I keep saying, you clowns should start measuring your stones before you throw them? You are refugees in Yoruba land for a reason, assume your poor and refugee status and STFU. |
| Re: Why Did Awo Lose The 1979 Election? by Johnpaul2k2(m): 8:07am On Oct 14, 2011 |
i know |
| Re: Why Did Awo Lose The 1979 Election? by DrummaBoy(m): 8:09am On Oct 14, 2011 |
Wonderful response Eko-Ile. You don win. I must commend Slaughter for eulogizing the great sage Awo. That touched me. |
| Re: Why Did Awo Lose The 1979 Election? by SouthEast2: 8:22am On Oct 14, 2011 |
Why Did Awo Loose (sic) The 1979 Election? It is lose and not loose (syn: untightened) You need to buy and read the classic English Language book called Common Mistakes in English. |
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