One_Naira: After reading the back forth between onlytruth and some of the commentors, I have to say onlytruth just lost my vote. Any Igbo who still believe in the scam of "one Nigeria" need not only stay as far away from any leadership pertaining Igbo people but he should also take a look at what's happening in Nigeria and ask himself "Do I really think there is such thing as "one Nigeria""?

@ pointB or whoever it is that's the committee for this election: If voting/nomination is still going on, please add noiseless to the list. The dude is making sense die right now.

alex101: Bros, I don't believe you should let people deceive you by quoting me out of context. I've stated that I'd defend Igbo's interests online/offline and one of the ways to this is calling out some of our Igbo sons/daughters who're fond of creating division. I have NEVER insulted any Igbo state,,,I be damned if I do that. I've always chastised a character by the moniker Abagworo, even though he's from my state. This I do because I found some of his comments on Igbo unity offensive. My use of the phrase "disorderly Igbo" stands for Igbo who will create confusion, all in the name of expressing their so called right to expression. Many of my posts in the archives of NL gives credence to my loyalty to Ndigbo online/offline.

I believe over time, ye shall become convinced.

Onlytruth:

The people that have Igbo blood in their hands are people like MASSOB and others who have ZERO realistic plans for Biafra's actualization, yet they go about shouting up and down, alerting our enemies and in the process unwittingly defeating any chance of that ever happening.
We are all Igbo and are each entitled to our opinions. I would start by asking you to volunteer into the cabinet of the next Eze (whoever that may be) and make PERSONAL sacrifices for the rest of Igbo first, before accusing others of strange things.

A wisest Igbo is one who is determined NEVER to repeat the mistake of 1967-70. As long as there are wise and smart Igbo around, IT WILL NEVER HAPPEN.
I hope I win this election so that I will assign you a personal role and see how well you perform it, before pointing fingers.

The Nigeria of today is one that we can use to make a lot of things happen ( again I won't give any details, but smart folks can figure it out), provided we don't rush off like people with little thinking.

Onlytruth:

Q: 1. In one sentence, why do you want to be Eze Ndi Igbo of NL?

A: Because I believe I have the experience to move us to the next level here

Q: 2. What are you going to do differently to better position Igbos?

A: I am already doing it, whether as Eze or not; and that is to agitate for more unity among Ndigbo, and to hold our governors accountable more, and also demand our fair share in Nigeria, or be allowed to secede. I have been a powerful voice of Ndigbo in this forum for over 3 years now, and I shall continue doing so whether I win or not.

Q 3. Do you believe in the Biafra Project? Please give reasons to support your answer.

A: I believe in a Biafran project of last resort. I have outlined my beliefs in my manifesto. Please revisit it. Thanks.

Onlytruth:

Before calling me a "One Nigeria" champion, please make sure you represent me fully.
For the record, I stated that "a PERMANENTLY DYSFUNCTIONAL Nigeria is a prime enemy of Igbo survival, and we should use ALL our resources to leave it". It is here in this thread, all you need do is go back and read.
What I would never support is a one track mind towards Biafra without thinking HOW to actualize it, and in the process history repeats itself.

Ndigbo need a functioning country, be it Nigeria or Biafra. So, if you are interested in quoting me, please quote me properly.
Thanks.

alfaman1:

I am very happy that my vote for you was not counted. I thought you were being a cunning politician but you were actually advocating one nigeria first and igbo independence as last resort. Infact you really have no political conviction. You just follow where the breeze blows. Your belief depends on if, ifs of other people's actions. If nigeria would, if igbo that.
Although you are probably going to win, reelection you is now a serious mistake and shows the errors of hastily organising this without proper debate.

One_Naira: After reading the back forth between onlytruth and some of the commentors, I have to say onlytruth just lost my vote. Any Igbo who still believe in the scam of "one Nigeria" need not only stay as far away from any leadership pertaining Igbo people but he should also take a look at what's happening in Nigeria and ask himself "Do I really think there is such thing as "one Nigeria""?

@ pointB or whoever it is that's the committee for this election: If voting/nomination is still going on, please add noiseless to the list. The dude is making sense die right now.

One_Naira: After reading the back forth between onlytruth and some of the commentors, I have to say onlytruth just lost my vote. Any Igbo who still believe in the scam of "one Nigeria" need not only stay as far away from any leadership pertaining Igbo people but he should also take a look at what's happening in Nigeria and ask himself "Do I really think there is such thing as "one Nigeria""?

@ pointB or whoever it is that's the committee for this election: If voting/nomination is still going on, please add noiseless to the list. The dude is making sense die right now.

Ngwakwe: The fear of Biafra secession and Niger Delta Agitation made the National Assembly the veto a bill that created NNDC.

The persistence and clamor for Biafra will force Nigeria to abandon hypocritical quota system for meritocracy.

The desire of a people to rule themselves in their unique way will force our Governors to be accountable to our people because United Voice and Force can never be intimidated.

However, we know that most Igbos are egalitarian and business oriented. Although I believe that getting Political Power will pave way for all things we ever desire which is Equity and fairness in this jungle called Nigeria and this we must do as long as we stay in this jungle called Nigeria, but there is need for diplomacy.

Our struggle for Biafra should be pursued with vision in today's world were International Alliance, trade and diplomacy is the engine of growth and greatness. Having said this, if Biafra secedes in a chaotic situation. This may invariably put us in direct conflict with Arab world who are ready to blackmail the Biafrans using their diplomatic leeway and power to suppress our peoples way of life which is largely trade and commerce. It may also result to unpronounced boycott and sanctions through blackmail.

Nigeria is already a big market to the advantage of the Igbos because of our culture of mobility and trade which should never be compromised in any decision the Igbos choose to take.

Whether Biafra or United Nigeria, the welfare of individual Igbo families all over the world should be paramount in our mind as we seek for Independent and prosperous Biafra that will live in harmony with our neighbours.

Ngwakwe salute you all Igbo Sons and Daughters.

Error and Omissions Exempted as this was sent from my mobile device.

saintohia:



^^^^^

Please, have you voted and who did you vote for ?


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PointB:

Seems you are more interested in exit polls.

saintohia:





^^^^^^

I thought I'm the only one that noted that, I'm yet to vote likewise many others.

It was based on the question I asked them ( my 3rd question ), that he clearly stated Biafra as a last resort.

I'm asking him for more clarification, and what exactly does he presently think based on what majority of Igbos want.



@ Onlytruth:

Please, what do you presently think based on below:






Your answer to my 3rd question is where I want you to work on a bit:

" believe in Biafra as a last resort", is the opposite, believe more in one Nigera as the first option?

That I think is the greatest mistake our earlier leaders made ( believed in something that doesn't really exist ), that mistake is yet to be corrected and affects us to date.


I'm thinking virtue, experience and knowledge is sufficient to make Biafra the first option, except in a functional one Nigeria.

Ok?





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Ngwakwe: The fear of Biafra secession and Niger Delta Agitation made the National Assembly the veto a bill that created NNDC.

The persistence and clamor for Biafra will force Nigeria to abandon hypocritical quota system for meritocracy.

The desire of a people to rule themselves in their unique way will force our Governors to be accountable to our people because United Voice and Force can never be intimidated.

However, we know that most Igbos are egalitarian and business oriented. Although I believe that getting Political Power will pave way for all things we ever desire which is Equity and fairness in this jungle called Nigeria and this we must do as long as we stay in this jungle called Nigeria, but there is need for diplomacy.

Our struggle for Biafra should be pursued with vision in today's world were International Alliance, trade and diplomacy is the engine of growth and greatness. Having said this, if Biafra secedes in a chaotic situation. This may invariably put us in direct conflict with Arab world who are ready to blackmail the Biafrans using their diplomatic leeway and power to suppress our peoples way of life which is largely trade and commerce. It may also result to unpronounced boycott and sanctions through blackmail.

Nigeria is already a big market to the advantage of the Igbos because of our culture of mobility and trade which should never be compromised in any decision the Igbos choose to take.

[size=16pt]Whether Biafra or United Nigeria, the welfare of individual Igbo families all over the world should be paramount in our mind as we seek for Independent and prosperous Biafra that will live in harmony with our neighbours.[/size]

Ngwakwe salute you all Igbo Sons and Daughters.

Error and Omissions Exempted as this was sent from my mobile device.

alfaman1:

I am very happy that my vote for you was not counted. I thought you were being a cunning politician but you were actually advocating one nigeria first and igbo independence as last resort. Infact you really have no political conviction. You just follow where the breeze blows. Your belief depends on if, ifs of other people's actions. If nigeria would, if igbo that.
Although you are probably going to win, reelection you is now a serious mistake and shows the errors of hastily organising this without proper debate.

saintohia:



^^^^^

Please, have you voted and who did you vote for ?


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Onlytruth:

Nwanne, I am yet to see a TRUE leader that speaks verbose. Diplomatic talk is what most serious leaders use. In the case of our situation in Nigeria, such diplomatic talk is CRUCIAL, especially NOW (as we approach 2015). Ndigbo si na nkita na ata ata adighi agbo uja. If MASSOB were like MEND, I bet you there would be few Igbo that would not support them. How many times have you seen Ijaw talking about what they plan to do in Nigeria? All you see is ACTION. Don't you think we've long past talk times?

Why I keep saying that I believe in a Biafra of last resort is because I have not seen any SERIOUS effort by Ndigbo to pursue Biafra. ALL our intellectuals are still very much withdrawn from it. A siting governor issued a shoot at sight against MASSOB in Onitsha. These are the things to ponder first before asking these questions.

We have been in Nairaland for sometime trying to organize Igbo voice around ANY issue -to basically coalesce around ONE idea for our future. It has been TOUGH.
Is that HOW we shall get Biafra? Nna I always say that the change I desire starts with ME. I pray that some of us would adopt that philosophy because that is the only way for us to achieve anything whether as Nigerias or as Biafrans.

saintohia:



^^^^^^

It's more convincing now, using rule #**.

There's always a price tag.


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Ivynwa: Is voting on. Sorry I haven't the time to read through well. I am voting Onlytruth and Mannylife as his assistant. Manny sounds like he has a great carriage, i did want to check more of his posts to validate but haven't the time, the few posts of his I came across here showed "maturity".

So make una carry on and get somebody to replace "Odumchi's post" maka ndi ochi achigbua anyi bikonu.

tchidi: All of u who want Onlytruth, just cos he is vying for an e-ezeship to suddenly start pushing the cause of Biafra forward, una don do anything visible in ur own little sphere in real life?
Everybody has his/her stand on the Biafra issue, and should not be castigated for whatever it is...
You want Biafra, start by living together as one Igbo in Nigeria first, before looking for emancipation! We are not together, always looking for how to pull each other down! Even in a foreign land! I live in Nassarawa, and where I served, I had an igbo boss who I hoped will help me when it was recruitment time. When d time came, he wanted a 'roll in the hay' first. Saying nothing goes for nothing! It was a yoruba man who finally helped me, without asking for the colour of my dross!! . So u see? If we can't even live as one in Nigeria, I shudder at what Biafra will look like!!

#DISCLAIMER: not every Igbo man is like that my lousy Oga, but how many are the good ones and what are they doing??

*putting on my armoured vest for the attack that is coming*

Policewoman: Who i go vote sef? Emmm.... Ok. Onlytruth.

tchidi: All of u who want Onlytruth, just cos he is vying for an e-ezeship to suddenly start pushing the cause of Biafra forward, una don do anything visible in ur own little sphere in real life?
Everybody has his/her stand on the Biafra issue, and should not be castigated for whatever it is...
You want Biafra, start by living together as one Igbo in Nigeria first, before looking for emancipation! We are not together, always looking for how to pull each other down! Even in a foreign land! I live in Nassarawa, and where I served, I had an igbo boss who I hoped will help me when it was recruitment time. When d time came, he wanted a 'roll in the hay' first. Saying nothing goes for nothing! It was a yoruba man who finally helped me, without asking for the colour of my dross!! . So u see? If we can't even live as one in Nigeria, I shudder at what Biafra will look like!!

#DISCLAIMER: not every Igbo man is like that my lousy Oga, but how many are the good ones and what are they doing??

*putting on my armoured vest for the attack that is coming*

tchidi: All of u who want Onlytruth, just cos he is vying for an e-ezeship to suddenly start pushing the cause of Biafra forward, una don do anything visible in ur own little sphere in real life?
Everybody has his/her stand on the Biafra issue, and should not be castigated for whatever it is...
You want Biafra, start by living together as one Igbo in Nigeria first, before looking for emancipation! We are not together, always looking for how to pull each other down! Even in a foreign land! I live in Nassarawa, and where I served, I had an igbo boss who I hoped will help me when it was recruitment time. When d time came, he wanted a 'roll in the hay' first. Saying nothing goes for nothing! It was a yoruba man who finally helped me, without asking for the colour of my dross!! . So u see? If we can't even live as one in Nigeria, I shudder at what Biafra will look like!!

#DISCLAIMER: not every Igbo man is like that my lousy Oga, but how many are the good ones and what are they doing??

*putting on my armoured vest for the attack that is coming*

ugojamali:

I buy you additional vest partina