[b]FG supporter escapes mob action in Bayelsa

January 6, 2012


A debate on removal of subsidy on fuel almost turned violent in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, on Thursday when a group of newspaper readers confronted a man who tried to support the initiative.
The man identified simply as Samson was nearly beaten for his contributions on the fuel subsidy removal dispute at the popular newsstand in Amarata Park.
Samson, who was also at the place to catch a glimpse of newspaper headlines, infuriated other readers when he tried to justify the action of the Federal Government.
His argument that the long-term benefits of subsidy removal would help to create more jobs and reposition the economy of the country did not go down well with his listeners as the angry readers consisting of unemployed youths and commercial motorcyclists asked him to keep his mouth shut.
But Samson, the only proponent in the debate, was said to have remained adamant, contending that the pains of the initiative would be temporary and that it was necessary for the government to free funds for development.
It was learnt that his stubbornness drew the ire of others who engaged him in a shouting match which almost degenerated into a fight.
Noticing that he had been outnumbered and that the atmosphere was becoming tensed, he immediately shut his mouth and quietly withdrew from the aggrieved readers.[/b] Meanwhile, the high cost of transport arising from the removal of the subsidy on fuel forced most government workers to remain indoors in the state capital.
The state secretariat was deserted as most civil servants stayed away from their offices.
The premises of the secretariat were devoid of its usual vehicular movements and there were just a few cars parked around the area when our correspondent visited.
Some residents complained that workers who went to their coastal communities for the holiday could not return to work owing to increase in transport fare.
Others, however, blamed the workers’ attitude on lack of official assignments arising from the feud between the Peoples Democratic Party and the state Governor, Chief Timipre Sylva.
There were few cars on the roads just as traders in some of the markets around the city complained of low patronage.

http://www.punchng.com/news/fg-supporter-escapes-mob-action-in-bayelsa/

Bayelsa cannot be part of SS. It must be in the midwest, delta or SW

2mch:

Bayelsa cannot be part of SS. It must be in the midwest, delta or SW

Una education get as e be in Naija What a shame. So you did not know what Bayelsa is in the North?

the angry readers consisting of unemployed youths and commercial motorcyclists (Okada) asked him to keep his mouth shut.

Okada men, standing by the people. Combating ignorance and sycophancy.

See story!
Desperation na bad tin, na so e de make pipo lie!

Beaf:

See story!
Desperation na bad tin, na so e de make pipo lie!

how e take be lie, talk better thing , but na jobless pipu dey go news - stand sha

Bayelsa is Core North, they are protesting so they must be Parasites. Lazy people as GEJ's demented sycophants will say.

Bayelsans - very wicked Islamic jihadists and boko haram members supporting "Ayatollah" Buhari! Can you imagine them complaining about transformation and fresh air? And they actually wanted to beat a progessive who knows subsidy-removal will pave the streets of London Bayelsa with gold.

SMH

Bayelsa? that ACN state located in the North North

Abeg they are parasites

Can I join the party?

Bayelsa is a Hausa / Fulani state. Geographically it's in the SS but politically it is North North.

Mu che che che che (Copyright Lasinoh).

He deserved to be lynched, so as make example of him to other traitors out there!

To those of you supporting the removal of fuel subsidy, I wonder how many of you are even aware of the fact that the monthly salary of a Federal legislator in Nigeria is more than that of US President Barack Obama. And 25% of the Nigerian annual budget is spent on salaries, benefits and other expenditures accrued by our so-called Federal Executive council. Considering this senseless misplacement of priorities plus the cantankerous corruption in the govt, why should there be adequate money to finance social development project in the country in the first place? As if this gross injustice is not enough, they are blaming the lack of funds on the only last govt subsidy (fuel) left for the poor masses.

Some educated illiterates in support of fuel subsidy removal often try to relate our situation with other developed countries, not knowing that the minimum monthly wages in many of those countries are even more than the annual salary of most Nigerians, how stupid can one be to compare "apples" with not even oranges, but with "kulikuli" .

What the sensible masses are saying is that the problem (lack of fund for social projects) is due to the rotten system of governance. Removing fuel subsidy and even increasing fuel cost 500 fold would not bring social development as long as GEJ's "chop I chop" system remains . An old wine may be put in a new bottle, but its still an old wine.

GEJ and his FEC should lead by example by first removing/cutting the incessant "chop I chop" subsidies they enjoy, before having the audacity to debate whether or not to remove fuel subsidy for the masses. Saying fuel subsidy is the reason why there's no enough money to finance social projects is treasonable and a great affront on the sensibility of Nigerian masses.

Bayelsa Bayelsa.

i concur bayelsa is never in SS but in the north and just as we pathetics are demonstrating up north. i think those motorcyclist etc are northerners ;-!

Maple:

He deserved to be lynched, so as make example of him to other traitors out there!

To those of you supporting the removal of fuel subsidy, I wonder how many of you are even aware of the fact that the monthly salary of a Federal legislator in Nigeria is more than that of US President Barack Obama.  And 25% of the Nigerian annual budget is spent on salaries, benefits and other expenditures accrued by our so-called Federal Executive council. Considering this senseless misplacement of priorities plus the cantankerous corruption in the govt, why should there be adequate money to finance social development project in the country in the first place? As if this gross injustice is not enough, they are blaming the lack of funds on the only last govt subsidy (fuel) left for the poor masses.

Some educated illiterates in support of fuel subsidy removal often try to relate our situation with other developed countries, not knowing that the minimum monthly wages in many of those countries are even more than the annual salary of most Nigerians, how silly can one be to compare "apples" with not even oranges, but with "kulikuli" .

What the sensible masses are saying is that the problem (lack of fund for social projects) is due to the rotten system of governance.   Removing fuel subsidy and even increasing fuel cost 500 fold would not bring social development as long as GEJ's "chop I chop" system remains . An old wine may be put in a new bottle, but its still an old wine.

GEJ and his FEC should lead by example by first removing/cutting the incessant "chop I chop" subsidies they enjoy, before having the audacity to debate whether or not to  remove fuel subsidy for the masses. Saying fuel subsidy is the reason why there's no enough money to finance social projects is treasonable and a great affront on the sensibility of Nigerian masses.

Brilliant! I'm pleased that some Nigerians are still in control of their grey matter. Some have been hypnotized by the voodoo economics of "Sanungozi". Isn't it yet obvious that there is no moral structure in government to support the judicious use of proceeds even if PMS cost is hiked to N500/liter? As long as institutional corruption holds sway, it will be the same old story 10 years from now.

Rad1cal:

how e take be lie, talk better thing , but na jobless pipu dey go news - stand sha

Wow, see spinning. Bros, u be correct liar o. I dey learn. Uhun. Tell them o

2mch:

Bayelsa cannot be part of SS. It must be in the midwest, delta or SW

Rubbish.

Some have been hypnotized by the voodoo economics of "Sanungozi". Isn't it yet obvious that there is no moral structure in government to support the ,

"Sanungozi" - I love that , original and African!!

it is well:

Rubbish.

Bayelsa

i can say confidently that the vast majority of people from the south-south region arent in support of this draconian policy. what i dont understand is apart from edo, they are not coming out in numbers in protest. some have been scheduled though.

where is the"egbere papa 1 of bayelsa?

I forsee dat der wont b any developmnt ,if govt is allow to remove subsidy on PMS.D fact dat money realise from FS wi b allocated to state governors cant bring any devlopmnt.Mark my word today.

The headline is something of an exaggeration once you have read the article.

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D sage:

I forsee dat der wont b any developmnt ,if govt is allow to remove subsidy on PMS.D fact dat money realise from FS wi b allocated to state governors cant bring any devlopmnt.Mark my word today.

thats my opinion. Jonah jang of plataeu state even said on tv yesterday that FS removal will bring more money to the state based on allocation so they will have more to loot

From the Mahdist Islamic movements of Sudan in the 1890's, which the British helped Squash after the brutal massacre in Khartoum of a British Army officer, to the Revolution of the Sheik fodio of the then Hausa rulers of Gobir, to the present days revolution in places like Egypt, Tunisia et al.

One thing is common. These fundamentalist organise their disciples into a ragtag army crying against INJUSTICE and seem to be fighting for injustice only to consolidate their Strict rule of Religious dominance in those Societies (ala Afghanistan). Back then in Omdurman, Sudan; the British were not fooled.

They dealt a death blow to the Mahdist movement. NOBODY, and i repeat, NOBODY should come here and tell us that they are robbers causing the killings in the North. WE are not FOOLED by these same rhetoric with which the SULTAN exonerated the Bombings caused by BOKO HAram as a mere handiwork of political agitations.

Hear Winston Churchil on the River War, written about 110 yrs ago.

“How dreadful are the curses which Mohammedanism lays on its votaries!
Besides the fanatical frenzy, which is as dangerous in a man as hydrophobia in a dog, there is this fearful fatalistic apathy. The effects are apparent in many countries. Improvident habits, slovenly systems of agriculture, sluggish methods of commerce, and insecurity of property exist wherever the followers of the creed rule or live, Individual Moslems may show splendid qualities. , all know how to die; but the influence of the religion paralyses the social development of those who follow it. (SEE what has happened to Northern Nigeria Over the years, precipitate their dominant rule in the last 50years) No stronger retrograde force exists in the world. Far from being moribund, Mohammedanism is a militant and proselytizing faith. It has already spread throughout Central Africa, raising FEARLESS WARRIORS at every step; and were it not that Christian Europe is sheltered in the strong arms of science (the science against which it had vainly struggled) the civilisation of modern Europe might fall, as fell the civilisation of ancient Rome.
end of quote.

by the way, i have not heard of Sharia banking 4sometime now after accusing, shaming and denouncing some people of grave injustice in managing the banks!!!!

These times call for ETERNAL VIGILANCE. The Coptics in Egypt after fighting for "INJUSTICE" alongside their fantical brethren. Even, we had people here who showed us pictures of how they were protecting their "brethren" from other faiths from the POLICE while praying on this Nairaland. They Were visited with the real aims of fundamental Islamist, BOMBINGS, BOMBINGS, BOMBINGS, BOMBINGS, BOMBINGS, Asasinations and DEATHS in their Churches. After Sufficiently intimidating and harassing these gullible comrades they have now tried to enforce the religious dominance in that country!!!

Make no mistake about this. There is a RELIGIOUS JIHAD being WAGED by a section of HOLY WARRIORS in accordance with the interpretation of their Creed. it is all summed up in this statement by Sheik Othman Dan Fodio,

"In his book Tanbih al-ikhwan ’ala ahwal al-Sudan (“Concerning the Government of Our Country and Neighboring Countries in the Sudan”) Usman writes: “The government of a country is the government of its king without question. If the king is a Muslim, his land is Muslim; if he is an Unbeliever, his land is a land of Unbelievers. In these circumstances it is obligatory for anyone to leave it for another country”. [1]. In fact, Usman did exactly this when he left Gobir in 1802. After that Yunfa turned for aid to the other leaders of the Hausa states, warning them that dan Fodio could trigger a widespread Jihad. [4]. Eventually, he did and it was the first major Jihad for the series of Jihads which were surging during the 18th and 19th century across Sudan and the neighboring states. It was called the Sokoto Jihad and it took place in Hausaland.

Hmmmmmm!!!!, the SPIRIT OF SUDAN- that has gripped that country for years causing intolerant oppressive rule of the SOuth,,,,,,THe supporter of APC mercenaries that operate BOKO HARAM Style b4 the Indepenence of SOuth Sudan is seeking Solace here in Nigeria. We Bind and Cast OUT of our land that PRINCIPALITY DEMON in the name of Jesus. Go and read abt the predictions of NOSTRADAMUS abt what the Major 3rd world War shall consist of.
Watchout, Be Alert!! THE ALARM IS SOUNDING VERY CLEAR. Say not, i never knew this is what it shall come to. BEWARE!!!!!!!!BEWARE!!!!!!!!!

Demdem:

i can say confidently that the vast majority of people from the south-south region arent in support of this draconian policy. what i dont understand is apart from edo, they are not coming out in numbers in protest. some have been scheduled though.

My brother, most Nigerians oppose this subsidy, but for [b]sentimental [/b]reasons most SS poeple won't speak aginst GEJ's policy.

2mch:

[b]FG supporter escapes mob action in Bayelsa

January 6, 2012


A debate on removal of subsidy on fuel almost turned violent in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, on Thursday when a group of newspaper readers confronted a man who tried to support the initiative.
The man identified simply as Samson was nearly beaten for his contributions on the fuel subsidy removal dispute at the popular newsstand in Amarata Park.
Samson, who was also at the place to catch a glimpse of newspaper headlines, infuriated other readers when he tried to justify the action of the Federal Government.
His argument that the long-term benefits of subsidy removal would help to create more jobs and reposition the economy of the country did not go down well with his listeners as the angry readers consisting of unemployed youths and commercial motorcyclists [/b]asked him to keep his mouth shut.
But Samson, the only proponent in the debate, was said to have remained adamant, contending that the pains of the initiative would be temporary and that it was necessary for the government to free funds for development.
It was learnt that his stubbornness drew the ire of others who engaged him in a shouting match which almost degenerated into a fight.
Noticing that he had been outnumbered and that the atmosphere was becoming tensed, he immediately shut his mouth and quietly withdrew from the aggrieved readers. Meanwhile, the high cost of transport arising from the removal of the subsidy on fuel forced most government workers to remain indoors in the state capital.
The state secretariat was deserted as most civil servants stayed away from their offices.
The premises of the secretariat were devoid of its usual vehicular movements and there were just a few cars parked around the area when our correspondent visited.
Some residents complained that workers who went to their coastal communities for the holiday could not return to work owing to increase in transport fare.
Others, however, blamed the workers’ attitude on lack of official assignments arising from the feud between the Peoples Democratic Party and the state Governor, Chief Timipre Sylva.
There were few cars on the roads just as traders in some of the markets around the city complained of low patronage.

http://www.punchng.com/news/fg-supporter-escapes-mob-action-in-bayelsa/

Bayelsa state shares boundry with Sokoto state #occupynigeria,

dr stone:

From the Mahdist Islamic movements of Sudan in the 1890's, which the British helped Squash after the brutal massacre in Khartoum of a British Army officer, to the Revolution of the Sheik fodio of the then Hausa rulers of Gobir, to the present days revolution in places like Egypt, Tunisia et al.

One thing is common. These fundamentalist organise their disciples into a ragtag army crying against INJUSTICE and seem to be fighting for injustice only to consolidate their Strict rule of Religious dominance in those Societies (ala Afghanistan). Back then in Omdurman, Sudan; the British were not fooled.

They dealt a death blow to the Mahdist movement. NOBODY, and i repeat, NOBODY should come here and tell us that they are robbers causing the killings in the North. WE are not FOOLED by these same rhetoric with which the SULTAN exonerated the Bombings caused by BOKO HAram as a mere handiwork of political agitations.

Hear Winston Churchil on the River War, written about 110 yrs ago.

“How dreadful are the curses which Mohammedanism lays on its votaries!
Besides the fanatical frenzy, which is as dangerous in a man as hydrophobia in a dog, there is this fearful fatalistic apathy. The effects are apparent in many countries. Improvident habits, slovenly systems of agriculture, sluggish methods of commerce, and insecurity of property exist wherever the followers of the creed rule or live, Individual Moslems may show splendid qualities. , all know how to die; but the influence of the religion paralyses the social development of those who follow it. (SEE what has happened to Northern Nigeria Over the years, precipitate their dominant rule in the last 50years) No stronger retrograde force exists in the world. Far from being moribund, Mohammedanism is a militant and proselytizing faith. It has already spread throughout Central Africa, raising FEARLESS WARRIORS at every step; and were it not that Christian Europe is sheltered in the strong arms of science (the science against which it had vainly struggled) the civilisation of modern Europe might fall, as fell the civilisation of ancient Rome.
end of quote.

by the way, i have not heard of Sharia banking 4sometime now after accusing, shaming and denouncing some people of grave injustice in managing the banks!!!!

These times call for ETERNAL VIGILANCE. The Coptics in Egypt after fighting for "INJUSTICE" alongside their fantical brethren. Even, we had people here who showed us pictures of how they were protecting their "brethren" from other faiths from the POLICE while praying on this Nairaland. They Were visited with the real aims of fundamental Islamist, BOMBINGS, BOMBINGS, BOMBINGS, BOMBINGS, BOMBINGS, Asasinations and DEATHS in their Churches. After Sufficiently intimidating and harassing these gullible comrades they have now tried to enforce the religious dominance in that country!!!

Make no mistake about this. There is a RELIGIOUS JIHAD being WAGED by a section of HOLY WARRIORS in accordance with the interpretation of their Creed. it is all summed up in this statement by Sheik Othman Dan Fodio,

"In his book Tanbih al-ikhwan ’ala ahwal al-Sudan (“Concerning the Government of Our Country and Neighboring Countries in the Sudan”) Usman writes: “The government of a country is the government of its king without question. If the king is a Muslim, his land is Muslim; if he is an Unbeliever, his land is a land of Unbelievers. In these circumstances it is obligatory for anyone to leave it for another country”. [1]. In fact, Usman did exactly this when he left Gobir in 1802. After that Yunfa turned for aid to the other leaders of the Hausa states, warning them that dan Fodio could trigger a widespread Jihad. [4]. Eventually, he did and it was the first major Jihad for the series of Jihads which were surging during the 18th and 19th century across Sudan and the neighboring states. It was called the Sokoto Jihad and it took place in Hausaland.

Hmmmmmm!!!!, the SPIRIT OF SUDAN- that has gripped that country for years causing intolerant oppressive rule of the SOuth,,,,,,THe supporter of APC mercenaries that operate BOKO HARAM Style b4 the Indepenence of SOuth Sudan is seeking Solace here in Nigeria. We Bind and Cast OUT of our land that PRINCIPALITY DEMON in the name of Jesus. Go and read abt the predictions of NOSTRADAMUS abt what the Major 3rd world War shall consist of.
Watchout, Be Alert!! THE ALARM IS SOUNDING VERY CLEAR. Say not, i never knew this is what it shall come to. BEWARE!!!!!!!!BEWARE!!!!!!!!!

You are a fanatic and a tribalist without brain.

All we are fighting for is good government;

Who cares for your religious wars.

The last time I checked, even your GEJ is not a Christian. He is an Olumba Olumba man that invited 500 witches on his swearing in ceremony as my President. See where the witches are taking him.

@ topic, is Beaf's middle name now Samson?

@Beaf, how did you escape? I thought you are fearless in defending you boss?

Come on fellas. Bayelsa is a Northern state. How many more times do we need this stated?