Former Vice- President Atiku Abubakar says Nigeria is currently at a crossroads as poverty , unemployment , inflation, infant mortality and other social vices are on the increase punch report.
He , therefore , called on Nigerians to unite in the demand for true federalism .
Atiku said this while delivering his speech at the formal public presentation of the Daily Stream newspaper in Abuja on Thursday.
He said , “ A huge pall of pessimism hangs over a section of the citizenry, and the ranks of those who harbour real doubt about the future of the country swell by the day .
“ The country is truly at a crossroads, and things are made worse by the cocktail of economic, social and political problems which we have had to contend with , and which add to the abysmally low estimation of our country even by its own citizens . ”
The former Vice - President recalled that life was better in the First Republic because each region was allowed to grow at its own pace while the Federal Government was weaker.
Atiku, however , noted that following the creation of states , the Federal Government became very powerful while the federating units became poor, thereby, deepening poverty among the populace
He added , “ Our beloved country has been in the throes of severe and debilitating social and economic problems . Virtually all the development indices have not been favourable : massive and pervasive poverty , double - digit inflation, unemployment , dwindling foreign exchange receipts , poor GDP growth rates, high infant and maternal mortality , high levels of illiteracy, and millions of school- age children out of school. ”
Atiku said the many problems facing the nation were already threatening the unity and the existence of the country . He , therefore , urged Nigerians to come together to renegotiate the terms of our union .
The former vice- president said no leader could make far -reaching positive changes in the country except the current political structure is changed .
He added , “ To be sure, good leaders do make a difference in the fortunes of countries . However, leaders operate within structural constraints imposed by constitutions , laws and regulations and the local and world economy
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“ But the most germane question we need to ask ourselves is : must we really continue to live together as one country amidst such a pervasive climate of disunity , which is impeding our development?
“ My prompt answer to this is yes, we should remain together because it is the best option , and because we will be stronger, greater , and better in one piece than in pieces. ”
Attempts to get reactions of President Muhammadu Buhari’ s spokesman , Mr . Femi Adesina, did not succeed . He had not responded to an email and an SMS sent to him as of the time of sending this report.https://arewaatimes..co.ke/2017/04/true-federalism-is-answer-to-nigeria.html?m=1

The same old leaders wanting to come back and rule again, is this a gamble or what??

So even clueless dullard atiku still thinks he can work his way in this time,, but Nigerians re wiser now, nothing go ever bring our old past leaders back!!

when will the guys at the national assembly and the presidency start making a move for us to have true federalism,is it a most for us to practise a unitary system of government which is not working

is either we practise true federalism like that of the USA or everybody goes their way
i just tire for our politicians,the yoruba nation would have been one of the most develop country in Africa if we where never part of Nigeria

All these ones na tales by moonlight.

If una enter there, na different story we go hear..

Na lie Sah! We need a new generation of leaders abeg. Nor be all these 1966 men.

When It Is Time!

Oga, go n rest

Benekruku:
Atiku should please go and take a sit!

His gimmicks can't make him be a Loca Goverment Chairman, how much more President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.


Nigeria has moved past is lots and he should just accept that fact and move-on. He has enough looted funds that will outlive him and it's insulting knowing about his plans to come and re-loot our treasury.


Atiku should please venture into sanitary pad production and packaging instead of wasting scarce resource on an imaginary fictional mirage.

badbreathcure101:
The same old leaders wanting to come back and rule again, is this a gamble or what??

So even clueless dullard atiku still thinks he can work his way in this time,, but Nigerians re wiser now, nothing go ever bring our old past leaders back!!

While I share you guys exact thoughts, don't be surprised that Nigeria politics has not risen above tribal and religious sentiments. Even Atiku knows that this two factors will help him stand a fair chance.

Sure, Atiku is paying mere lip service. If he ever gets to be president, he will do a complete about turn. He is mouthing true federalism because he knows that is what the people want to hear. And like every northern politician, he is so power hungry like his life depends on it.

whirlwind7:






While I share you guys exact thoughts, don't be surprised that Nigeria politics has not risen above tribal and religious sentiments. Even Atiku knows that this two factors will help him stand a fair chance.

Sure, Atiku is paying mere lip service. If he ever gets to be president, he will do a complete about turn. He is mouthing true federalism because he knows that is what the people want to hear. And like every northern politician, he is so power hungry like his life depends on it.

You said it all....

Even if we must change, Atiku is not an option.

It will be easier for Arsenal FC to win the EPL in 2019 than for Atiku to become the president of Nigeria

all na wash.
he is doing everything to tilt the mind of the gullible towards voting for him in 2019. it won't work because you are one of the major actor in this present problems Nigeria is going through.
old thief

Telling Nigerians what they want to hear.

Tell Atiku to stop deceiving himself

Even a new born knows that true federalism is will solve most of our problem, the question is what did you do to instil true federalism when you held sway as the VP for 8 years? What are you doing now to help bring about true federalism and what plans do you have for the future to enthrone true federalism?
I am tired of talk and talk but no action.

i would rather vote for a stone than vote for atiku.God bless Biafra.

True federalism is the answer

Not atiku Abubakar in 2019

Federalism will not change nigeria situation but total disintegration will. Let the three major ethnic groups live seperately.

deedeedee1:
Federalism will not change nigeria situation but total disintegration will. Let the three major ethnic groups live seperately.

What about the over 250 minor ethnic groups?

deedeedee1:
Federalism will not change nigeria situation but total disintegration will. Let the three major ethnic groups live seperately.

Spotted

Atiku, no matter the packaging, no matter the rebranding, you ain't going back to aso rock. If you had forgotten anything there when you were VP, we will DHL it for you.

Benekruku:
Atiku should please go and take a sit!

His gimmicks can't make him be a Loca Goverment Chairman, how much more President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.


Nigeria has moved past is lots and he should just accept that fact and move-on. He has enough looted funds that will outlive him and it's insulting knowing about his plans to come and re-loot our treasury.


Atiku should please venture into sanitary pad production and packaging instead of wasting scarce resource on an imaginary fictional mirage.

Nigeria has moved past those kinds of leaders and you voted in a Buharii that's an analogue President and you re even doing a pay per post job here.


Stay away from used Sanitary pad plz

walemoney007:
when will the guys at the national assembly and the presidency start making a move for us to have true federalism,is it a most for us to practise a unitary system of government which is not working

is either we practise true federalism like that of the USA or everybody goes their way
i just tire for our politicians,the yoruba nation would have been one of the most develop country in Africa if we where never part of Nigeria

most of the senators are only there to represent their belly and empty heads, ekweremadu said same thing atiku is saying here sometime ago but when would he move a motion for true federalism and restructuringmaybe when he is out of govt

Yet another story teller

walemoney007:
when will the guys at the national assembly and the presidency start making a move for us to have true federalism,is it a most for us to practise a unitary system of government which is not working

is either we practise true federalism like that of the USA or everybody goes their way
i just tire for our politicians,the yoruba nation would have been one of the most develop country in Africa if we where never part of Nigeria

I don't think any Hausa man stopped anyone from developing their states if our leaders had the intention of developing the West an Hausa man can not stop us. Let stop the blame game let being to think properly.

When Tinubu started collecting taxes and Fashola began his rail project, Hausa people didn't stop him. Common sense says if they don't want to do the right thing then we will refuse to be backwards. Joining them and complain is stupidity by our past leaders.

Hausa didn't tell Tinubu to jack up his pension funds to and unbelievable figures and other Western state governors looting state funds beyond imagination.
We South West think we are smarter but we are always foolish most times.

Same thing Tinubu and co said before. Now, all of a sudden, they're cool with the status quo.

Next!

You guys are all the same..... Fighting for ur ambition too neeee Mr Atiku

MaziOmenuko:
Atiku, no matter the packaging, no matter the rebranding, you ain't going back to aso rock. If you had forgotten anything there when you were VP, we will DHL it for you.

Smellymouth:
All these ones na tales by moonlight.

If una enter there, na different story we go hear..

Na lie Sah! We need a new generation of leaders abeg. Nor be all these 1966 men.

Hey you

Demiladegold, hawayu ? Been ages oo..

Smellymouth:
Demiladegold, hawayu ? Been ages oo..

I've been fine.... Just being a bit busy.... How're you doing

demiladegold:



I've been fine.... Just being a bit busy.... How're you doing

I am good. How is KNY? Back in naija?

Warri is not far tho.. :PP

Still on whatsapp?

Smellymouth:


I am good. How is KNY? Back in naija?

Warri is not far tho.. :PP

Still on whatsapp?

Lol... I'm still in Kenya and yes still in whatsapp

demiladegold:



I've been fine.... Just being a bit busy.... How're you doing

That's how you wee just comman go without greeting us abi? Emperorlee, comman see shumtin oooø