₦airaland Forum

etebefia:
The same people that called GEJ "otueke drunkard are the ones that are preaching against calling buhari a dullard inho, the same people that joked about "there's God" by patience Jonathan are the same people that are condemning critics of transmission confusion by the IGP. @ Op your point 4 is called corruption and nepotism and not grace mind you.

White007:
This article was written by Femi Adesina the current Spokesperson to President Buhari in 2012 after the demise of Ikemba Odumegwu Ojukwu.
Hmmmmm...... Plz read;

THE ABURI ACCORD THAT WOULD HAVE SAVED NIGERIA FROM ALL HER PROBLEMS...( but aborted by the Fulani Oligarchy)

By FEMI ADESINA( current spokesperson to President Buhari)
In December 2009, I was at Aburi, while holidaying in Ghana. We Nigerians call it A-b-u-r-i, but the Ghanaians pronounce it as E-b-r-i. For those who have read widely about the civil war that we fought between 1967 and 1970,

Aburi is a significant place. This was what I wrote about Aburi, after returning from that journey:

“Aburi. Beautiful, serene Aburi, set daintily atop a hill. It is home to a botanical garden that is 119 years old. But for us in Nigeria, Aburi goes beyond just nature and its preservation.

It is the town where General Yakubu Gowon and Odumegwu Ojukwu met, to try and avert the Nigerian Civil War that lasted between 1967 and 1970. They came out with Aburi Accord, which later broke down. And a shooting war started.

You could see the Presidential Lodge on a hill, where the Nigerian leaders had parleyed at the behest of Ghanaian leaders. It all ended in futility.”

As one of the key parties to the Aburi Accord, Dim Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu, returns to mother earth today, it is also apposite to return to Aburi, and look at the letter and the spirit of the accord once again, an agreement that was violated by the Federal side, and which made a bloody internecine war inevitable.
For most part of 1966, the northern part of Nigeria, particularly, had been turned to killing fields.

Non-natives, especially Igbos, were killed in thousands. Many fled, many others were displaced. There was complete anarchy in the land. The average Igbo looked up to Lt. Col Odumegwu Ojukwu, military governor of the Eastern Region, to provide leadership and direction. He did not fail. He picked the gauntlet and championed the cause of his people.

By January 1967, the drums of war were loud and clear, reverberating across the length and breadth of Nigeria. But there was a last ditch effort to prevent what was imminent. There was a peace meeting hosted at Aburi, in Ghana, by the then Ghanaian head of state, Gen J. A. Ankrah.

At the meeting were Gowon, Ojukwu, all the military governors of the regions, and some top civil servants, both from the Federal side and the Eastern region. The meeting held on January 4 and 5, 1967, and came out with what is popularly known today as the Aburi Accord.

The agenda of the meeting consisted of three crucial issues: (i) Reorganization of the Armed Forces (ii) Constitutional agreement (iii) Issues of displaced persons within Nigeria.

The two-day meeting reached consensus that were acceptable to both sides. Among others, it was resolved that legislative and executive authority of the Federal Military Government was to remain in the Supreme Military Council (SMC), to which any decision affecting the whole country shall be referred for determination provided it is possible for a meeting to be held, and the matter requiring determination must be referred to military governors for their comment and concurrence. What does this mean in simple language?

The SMC would run the affairs of the country, but not without consulting the regions as represented by the military governors. This was something akin to federalism, even under a military government.

Other terms of the agreement include that appointments to senior ranks in the police, diplomatic and consular services as well as appointment to superscale posts in the federal civil service and the equivalent posts in the statutory corporations must be approved by the SMC. What does this mean again in simple language? Equity, fairness, true federalism.

Other matters like the holding of an ad hoc constitutional conference, fate of soldiers involved in the January 15, 1966 coup, rehabilitation of displaced persons, etc, were also amicably resolved, and the conferees returned happily to Nigeria. Only for the Federal side to deliver a blow to the solar plexus: the Aburi Accord, Gowon said, was unworkable, and he reneged on all the agreements.

Using the Eastern Nigerian Broadcasting Service, Ojukwu played the tape recording of the proceedings at Aburi repeatedly, to educate the populace on who was playing Judas. Later, he made a broadcast in which he said: “we in the East are anxious to see that our differences are resolved by peaceful means and that Nigeria is preserved as a unit, but it is doubtful, and the world must judge whether Lt. Col Gowon’s attitudes and other exhibitions of his insincerity are something which can lead to a return of normalcy and confidence in the country.

“I must warn all Easterners once again to remain vigilant. The East will never be intimidated, nor will she acquiesce to any form of dictation. It is not our intention to play the aggressor. Nonetheless, it is not our intention to be slaughtered in our beds. We are ready to defend our homeland.”

In a piece I did last December, shortly after Ojukwu passed away, I said he was virtually pushed into war by the infidelity of the Federal side to the Aburi Accord. I still stand by that position. Ojukwu was called ‘warlord’ for many decades, but he was by no means a warmonger. He only did what he needed to do for his people–and for the country.

As his earthly remains are interred today, it is tragic that Nigeria is still submerged in the morass that Ojukwu already identified about 45 years ago. Today, bombs go off like firecrackers in the country. There is agitation for the review of the revenue allocation formula.

There are strident calls for the convocation of a sovereign national conference. Even some component parts are threatening to pull out of the federation if anything happened to their ‘son’ who is now in power. Didn’t Ojukwu warn of these landmines ahead? Were all these issues not already settled at Aburi?

Foremost journalist and media administrator, Akogun Tola Adeniyi, in a recent media interview, explained the Aburi Accord this way: “Let every region be semi-autonomous and develop at its own level.” Yes, that was the spirit and letter of Aburi, but which sadly became a road not taken.

And is that not why we are still suffering today, living in a rickety and decrepit country that can burst at the seams any moment? I tell you, Ojukwu was a prophet, and like most prophets, he had no honour in his own country. Pity. But whether we like it or not, there’s no way we won’t return to Aburi. Willy-nilly. I only hope it will be sooner than later, before Nigeria goes to grief. On Aburi I stand.

Federal Government was perfidious and duplicitous on Aburi. It is still the same way today. That is why as Nigerians, we are most times disillusioned, dismayed, dispirited, dejected and depressed. When will change come to this land? Our hearts are getting weary.

Last December, I wrote that Ojukwu should be buried like a hero. I’m glad at the rites of passage so far, culminating in the interment today. Yes, bury him like a true hero. An icon, an avatar, deserves no less. This generation will surely not see another like Ojukwu. He fought not only for his own people, but for a true federation founded on justice, fair play, equity and rectitude. Unfortunately, he did not see the Nigeria of his dreams. Will we? Adieu the Ikemba, the Eze Igbo Gburugburu. May your soul rest in peace. Ka nkpur’obi gi zue ike n’adukwa.

By Femi Adesina

Friday March 02, 2012

"THE QUESTION IS, CAN HE ( FEMI) STILL BOLDLY WRITE THE SAME ARTICLE NOW OR ADVICE HIS PRINCIPAL ON WHAT HE WROTE?

You see, most of these people know what the truth is but will rather look the other way when they start eating.

In the end, it will remain a merry go round of follow my words and not my foot steps.

We are just postponing dooms day. If we do not do the needful, doomsday will remain inevitable.@RiLtd Ridh.

HiddenShadow:
To my Igbo people on Nairaland, pls take note.


Talking On Nairaland and insulting or praising Kanu/IPOB will not secure the East.

Get into your labs & workshops and start secretly developing the necessary things that can stop these Buhari backed terrorists once they step their feet on Igboland.

Start acquiring & developing the necessary knowledge, skills & things to secure the East.

The Ijaws are the only ethnic group ready enough to defend their homeland.

They are already in the East and waiting for the right time to strike from intelligence report available to the security agencies if you care to inquire from your love ones & friends in the security system.

It is time to be proactive and not reactive.

Tell Emma powerful & Uchemefor that words through their radio station will not secure our homeland.

gidgiddy, kettykings, Fulaniterrorists, firefire etc match your words on Nairaland with your actions in your labs & workshops.

These Buhari backed Jihadists mean business and can only be stopped by those well prepared.

jerseyboy:
It will never end ....until Buhari is GONE

izzou:


Yusuf would be charged to court for knocking off a tooth from his Oga's mouth

But his Oga will not be charged to court for withholding his salary

Bruemath:
PENTECOST is often called the birthday of the church. For the ancient Israelites,pentecost (meaning fiftieth)was a harvest festival celebrated 50 days after the beginning of the harvest.This feast m arks the definitive end of the Easter Season.
Pentecost day is a day of renewal and empowerment,it is the outpouring of the Holy Spirit on the apostles.This empowerment comes through the different gifts or fruits we receive from the Holy Spirit. Gifts of the Holy Spirit in Art form
Which one do you have?

Bruemath:
PENTECOST is often called the birthday of the church. For the ancient Israelites,pentecost (meaning fiftieth)was a harvest festival celebrated 50 days after the beginning of the harvest.This feast m arks the definitive end of the Easter Season.
Pentecost day is a day of renewal and empowerment,it is the outpouring of the Holy Spirit on the apostles.This empowerment comes through the different gifts or fruits we receive from the Holy Spirit. Gifts of the Holy Spirit in Art form
Which one do you have?

TonyeBarcanista:
Written by Brother Inioribo Tamunotonye @Tonyebarcanista

Wrong Perception
We live in an age where Christianity has become bastardized and relegated to mere religiosity. An age where people proclaim themselves to be Christians and are proclaimed as such by virtue of parentage or place of birth. This negative branding of Christianity has in no small way contributed to the improper perception of Christianity. The Christian faith, which is ideally meant to reflect way of life to the faithfuls has been reduced to mere religion and title that has no distinctive feature beyond nomenclature.

What Makes One A Christian
Christianity is about living Christlike, and living Christlike is about living according to the dictate and commandments of Christ. It is about accepting and loving Jesus Christ by keeping HIS commandments. You can't claim to be a Christian without displaying love for Jesus Christ and you can't say you love Jesus Christ without keeping his commandments. For He says in his word in John 14:15;

"If you love me, keep my commandments"

Characteristics of A Christian
1. Proclamation of the superiority of God and belief in Jesus Christ in words and in conduct.

2. Showing unconditional love towards Jesus Christ by being compassionate to the downtrodden:

"And the King will say, I tell you the truth, when you did it to one of the least of these my brothers and sisters, you were doing it to me!" (Matthew 25:40)

The "brothers and sisters" in this context refers to people that are in need irrespective of their faith, character or attitude. The poor, downtrodden, the prisoner, the prostitute, thieves, criminals etc.

3. Show of unconditional love and forgiveness even to enemies and oppressors:

"But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;" (Matthew 5:44)

In fact, Jesus went further to say that when we are slapped we should turn the other cheek (meaning, we should not take to self help when oppressed)

As "insane" as this may sound, it is a key attribute that endeared unbelievers to Christ during the persecution of the early Christians by the Roman empire.

It is important to note that vengeance is not the job of Christians but of the Lord.

4. Love for Humanity and giving cheerfully to people in need

5. Living Exemplary Life:
"Let your light so shine before men that they may see your good work and glorify your father which is in Heaven" (Matthew 5:16)

Christians living in this world filled with temptations and immorality are expected to bring glory to God by leading a lifestyle worthy of emulation, which reflects the life of Christ.

Jesus Christ, the perfect example came to this world to reconcile man with God and lead man to the original path as purposed by God in the beginning before the fall of man. The early believers earned the title "Christians" due to their exemplary behavior and conduct that were in accordance with the lifestyle and dictate of Christ.

As a Christian, it is expected of us to honor God with our words and keep His Commandments. It is our job to conduct ourselves in ways that bring glory and adoration to Jesus Christ. This is what makes you a Christian, it is what makes us Christians.

May God give us the grace to follow His Path and be His true Ambassadors... Amen

Mariangeles:
A single woman housed all these babies inside of her in spite of the risks and complications involved!
After that she was cut open while awake to bring them out one by one!
Women are extraordinary!
Women are special!
Women deserve all the accolades they could get!

Ogonimilitant:
How did this man become lgp.
Nigeria is a failed state. See where nepotism has taken us to.
Can this man talk and represent Nigeria in any international event?

Buuhari and Afonja muslims think they are doing Igbos not knowing they are doing themselves.
What a shithole!

Is this one doctored too?

SirToothBrush:
Just one soldier What happened to the numerous IPOB members killed.

niceprof:
The result of giving guns to psychologically imbalanced folks

millomaniac:
What is wrong with you people? Is that statement not from the verified Twitter account of the npf? It is instances like this that confirms that you people are the bigger part of the problem and not the police.

hakimi1974:
me search a mentally unballanced and rifle wielding man? e be like say the officer wey post this nonsense is suffering from the same brain block his oga is suffering from.

NaijaMutant:
Saraki the great

APC online zombies are trying their best to demonize the Great Saraki for standing against their Demi-god Tinubu.


They are fond of calling him a criminal even though they can point out any crime he committed more than Tinubu the drug baron

They call him a thief even though he never stole more than Tinubu

LIKE FOR SARAKI

SHARE FOR TINUBU

Jerrosky1986:
it was lawyered and engineered lol.... Naija which way?

MicheyJ1:
Haha these stupid police people are embarrassing themselves not me.

It would have been better if they said he was dyslexic and stop the whole doctored bullshit.

The man is plain daft. He was probably playing football while his mates were in school.
90% of Northern graduates don't know sh1t.
If they ask him to read the Quran now he would read it without stammering

madridguy:
Presidency should release the original clip and let see.

AAlozie:
When will these people ever accept their short-comings? Always trying to cover up their incompetence

bedspread:
Imagine The Raw Lie from this woman
The same woman that Wasted our money on a So called Martin Luther Award that was Found out to be an International fraudulent Award!!

This woman should be in Jail in a Sane Nation...

What did u expect
Like Father Like Son
Like Oga like boy
Like c-I-c like ig

Instead of The Ig to publicly apologize to the Nation for this National disgrace, they will be Looking for Explanations

SalamRushdie:
The above quoted gave the police away as having ulterior motive in this case.. you have not concluded investigation but you have already labelled them political assassins masquerading as cultists

IG when will those jihadist terrorist masquerading as Herdmens be paraded in force headquarters too

SalamRushdie:
The above quoted gave the police away as having ulterior motive in this case.. you have not concluded investigation but you have already labelled them political assassins masquerading as cultists

IG when will those jihadist terrorist masquerading as Herdmens be paraded in force headquarters too

Omihanifa:
can the north ever get it right

desmond2pk:
We are in for a long thing in this country.



https://mobile.twitter.com/renoomokri/status/996802787026485248

obonujoker:
Demdem... your support for mediocrity because of politics is baffling... Well Nigeria will be alright one day, where no one will allow for mediocres, buh doing the right thing to lift the Nation up... so continue supporting your mediocrity...

kitakoli:
....Under The effective transmission commission I mean cultimative transfusion commission I mean commission commission....sorry I mean reprehensive on corruption on transmission and transmission transmission over all transmission....... Abeg I rest my case o!


No wonder he failed severally to appear before the Senate.

MotherF*kn' Northern backwardness.

taguafuo:
Is that why he avoided the Senate?

taguafuo:
Is that why he avoided the Senate?

taguafuo:
Is that why he avoided the Senate?

taguafuo:
Is that why he avoided the Senate?

JixNation:
How would he be able to provide security for over 180 million people? with his low IQ like the odd wey Barça go use play 1.5.

Obainoneandonly:
what do u expect from a half baked bread.he got there not because of merit, but because his kith and kins control this sh*t called Nigeria