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Many people are saying Peter Obi abandoned Aisha Yesufu during the NDC primaries, but it's more like he could not do anything against the Northerners using him.

Peter Obi is not a leader who has the power to carry people along; he himself is the one being carried along by the young people from the End SARS movement simply because he appears humble and carries his own bag. To be a leader in Nigeria, you have to be able to stand your ground in the midst of wolves and on the world stage in the midst of vultures.

The mere fact that he agrees to a 4 years term is a sign of a weak leader without leverage.
They will use him to win many seats and positions across the country and dump him.

Here is a list of hardcore supporters who dumped him.

Reno Omokri
Julius Abure
Lamidi Apapa
Kenneth Okonkwo
Valentine Ozigbo
Doyin Okupe
Katchy Ononuju
Arabambi Abayomi
Isaac Balami
David Hundeyin
Datti Baba-Ahmed

He could not build on and consolidate
Governors
Alex Otti (Abia State Governor)
Senators
Ireti Kingibe (FCT Senator)
Victor Umeh
Tony Nwoye
Kelvin Chukwu
Neda Imasuen
Darlington Nwokocha
Ezea Okey
House of Representatives Winners
Obi Aguocha
Amobi Ogah
Ngozi Okolie
Afam Ogene
George Ozodinobi
Dennis Agbo
Chinedu Obika
Chimaobi Atu
Anayo Onwuegbu

His minority party to winners:

1 Governor (Abia)
About 8 Senate seats
About 35 House of Representatives seats (around 42 National Assembly seats total) during the Obi wave.

Not saying Obi is not a good man, but he does not seem to have what it takes to be president of such a chaotic country like Nigeria

The chaotic nature of the cultural, ethnic and religious mismatch of Nigeria is making the security challenges of the country worse everyday.

The president cannot physically stop people with bad intentions in every corner of Nigeria but the president has the powers to implement things that can reduce or discourage the insecurity.

What would you do if you are the president of Nigeria to stop all the terrorism and banditry in the country.

Let's offer ideas to the government. They might be clueless.

To start off

1. State police looks vital at this point but it seems the government needs permission from the owners of Nigeria otherwise it makes no sense not to have explored this option despite decades of insecurity.

2. If not death penalty a very harsh deterrence sentencing

3. Making examples of high profile sponsors like governors, ministers and religious leaders and giving them the china treatment.

4. Use of satellite drones and other technology for 24 hours surveillance of all the surfaces area of Nigeria visible from space.

The danger of not doing something to curb the violence will inevitably lead to revolt, revolution, war or a complete disintegration of Nigeria.

What will you do as the President of Nigeria to stop the kidnappings and insecurity.

Storm the hideout at night when they are sleeping and rescue the children and teachers. Catch them off guard. Save one of them to extract information and find out who sent them.

So they stopped OPC, and Boko Haram thrived from the 2000s

This Peter Obi really has black man inferiority complex. Same one that keeps calling his own country a failed state in the eyes of the world. The kind of people that enbolden South Africans against Nigeria and keep highlighting Nigeria in a negative light.

We have had such a very useless set of governments for decades. They did not see the vision at the time.

A country that cannot provide electricity.
China produces 300 times the amount of electricity nigeria produces.

Despite having abundant gas, crude oil, dams, wind sunlight for solar and even shipping off its 90 percent enriched nuclear away.

Simple lay pipes for water to each house. No.

Train children only for them to go and work abroad when the minimum wage is abominable.

A completely useless set of governments over the years that has no belive in self and keeps getting exploited by white men who laugh at them.

How tragic that South Africans would carry out xenophobic attacks against foreigners in a country that once cried under the chains of apartheid, only for some of its own people to turn against the very Africans who sacrificed and stood beside them in their darkest hour.

Many Nigerians still wonder why Nigeria named its international airport after a 37-year-old military head of state instead of simply calling it Lagos International Airport. But perhaps the answer goes beyond politics. Murtala Muhammed came to represent something bigger than himself; African pride, fearlessness, and resistance at a time when many African leaders were still afraid to openly challenge Western influence.

Murtala Muhammed’s assassination in 1976, just over a month after giving his famous speech on African liberation in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, remains one of the most debated moments in African history. Officially, it was an internal military coup led by Lieutenant Colonel Buka Suka Dimka. But many Africans have always believed there was more behind it because of the political climate at the time.

Nigeria under Murtala had become one of the loudest voices against foreign interference in Africa. He openly backed liberation movements fighting white minority rule in Southern Africa, especially in South Africa, Angola, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, and Namibia. Nigeria provided financial support, scholarships, diplomatic support, military assistance, passports, and international backing to anti-apartheid movements. At the time, Nigeria was not just speaking loudly, it was acting boldly.

His famous 1976 speech on Angola, delivered at the opening session of the Extraordinary Summit of the Organization of African Unity in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, shook a lot of powerful countries, just like Patrice Lumumba’s independence speech in Congo once did before his assassination after boldly condemning colonialism and foreign control. Murtala basically told the world that Africa was no longer going to wait for permission from foreign powers before deciding its own future. For many Africans, that speech symbolized a new kind of leadership, one that refused to bow.

That is why many Nigerians still feel betrayed when talking about South Africa today. But it might just be information blockage and promotion of negative propaganda that has turned South Africans against other Africans.

A lot of younger South Africans may genuinely not know how much other African countries sacrificed during apartheid. Nigeria alone spent billions supporting liberation struggles across Southern Africa. Nigerian workers contributed through what became known as the “Mandela Tax.” Nigerian universities offered scholarships to South African exiles. Nigerian musicians, students, activists, journalists, and diplomats constantly campaigned against apartheid. Nigeria even nationalized British Petroleum assets at one point because Britain was seen as too friendly with the apartheid regime. This was later re-echoed by senators on the Nigerian Senate floor to remind those who may have forgotten, and younger South Africans who may never have known, about the sacrifices other African nations made during apartheid.


And Nigeria was not alone.

* Zambia hosted ANC fighters and suffered economically because of it.
* Angola and Mozambique became war zones partly because they sheltered liberation groups.
* Tanzania trained freedom fighters.
* Zimbabwe and Botswana faced pressure and destabilization for supporting anti-apartheid movements.
* Several frontline African states endured raids, assassinations, sabotage, and economic punishment simply because they stood with Black South Africans.

Africa treated South Africa’s struggle as a continental struggle.

That is why the xenophobic attacks against Nigerians and other Africans hit such a painful nerve. Seeing Nigerians, Zimbabweans, Mozambicans, Congolese, Ethiopians, Somalis, and others attacked in the very country many Africans fought to help free feels like betrayal to a lot of people.

Former Edo State governor Adams Oshiomhole, at the senate, reminded South Africans that Nigeria stood strongly behind them during apartheid and warned against repaying solidarity with hatred. His frustration reflected how many Nigerians feel when they see fellow Africans being targeted in South Africa today.

The sad reality is that many ordinary South Africans are also suffering from unemployment, inequality, crime, corruption, and frustration after decades of failed leadership. Foreign Africans often become easy scapegoats. Instead of blaming politicians or broken systems, anger gets redirected toward immigrants trying to survive just like everyone else.

But history still matters.

Without support from African countries, international pressure, sanctions, and liberation funding, apartheid may have lasted much longer. Many African nations paid heavily for standing with South Africa. Some lost lives, stability, resources, and economic opportunities because they believed African freedom was bigger than borders.

This is why people still speak emotionally about leaders like Murtala Muhammed today. To many Nigerians, he represented an era when Africa still believed strongly in unity, dignity, and standing together against oppression. Whether foreign powers had anything to do with his assassination or not, many people still see him as one of the leaders who challenged global power structures too boldly and too early.

The painful thing is that Africa moved from an era where people spoke passionately about pan-African unity and Black solidarity to a time where Africans sometimes fear other Africans more than former colonial powers.

And maybe that is the real tragedy.

A continent that once united to fight apartheid is now struggling to remember why that unity mattered in the first place.

History forgotten is history repeated.

Tinubu is the best president in the history of Nigeria so far

It's not a bad idea one for the north one for the south. Isn't that what we have been asking off all this while. You can deal with your terrorists you created and your almajiri.

They betrayed Tinubu despite all the loyalty to Buhari

givedemwotowoto:
You got the second meme wrong.

How much do you think they are worth?

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On your mandate we shall stand! Finally Nigeria becomes unified one party government like China. Now we can focus on building our Nation instead of fighting each other in what the westerners call democracy but which in actual fact is divide and conquer system of government.

BlackfireX:
Fear
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Na tinubu do this wan ? For Nigeria?


Then I remember taqiya and sychophancy

Na Tinubu do am

Give credit to whom credit is due if you want the same for yourself

AqualinaXYZ:
Why u dey panic?



Wait make your thread hit front page first

You want to wait for headless mob so you can feel among when all of you start to face in the same meaningless direction without substance.

What is all these bullocks. When did 900k entrepreneurs get govt grant and no one heard of it till now. Which 780k students are benefitting from student loans. You even listed alamajiri dis and dat as achievement. The same almajiri school apc condemned Jonathan over

Let me tell you a secret, This list was generated with Grok A.I all with verifiable sources. Like your Oga Obi will always say... Go and verify

AqualinaXYZ:
You and who agree



I no wan waste talk till it hits front page make I edit and fire

Just know that leading Nigeria the most populous black nation is not beans. It's not about carrying your own bag or cleaning toilet on a plane or de-marketing your own country therefore giving your enemies the excuse to bomb you while pretending they are helping you when truly all they want is to stop the progress listed above which they fear so much because they want to keep exploiting your resources through a weak so called leader like Obi.

AqualinaXYZ:
Old national anthem an achievement?




Jesus

So you agree 1 to 39

Bonus
Removed police Escorts from VIP and redeployed them to protect everyone.
Local governments now get direct FG allocation and they can do more for their people without state government interference.

... We don't need to experiment with Atiku or Obi

1. Removed fuel subsidy and unified exchange rates, leading to long-term economic stability because it eliminates fiscal distortions and attracts genuine investments.

2. Doubled government revenues in some periods, reaching over ₦31.9 trillion in 2024, because this provides more funds for infrastructure and social programs without excessive borrowing.

3. Reduced fiscal deficit from 5.4% of GDP in 2023 to 3.0% in 2024 because a lower deficit promotes fiscal discipline and reduces debt burden on future generations.

4. Increased foreign reserves from around $4 billion in 2023 to over $23 billion (some reports up to $46 billion) by late 2024 because higher reserves strengthen the naira and protect against external shocks.

5. Achieved trade surpluses for multiple consecutive quarters because this improves the balance of payments and supports currency stability.

6. Boosted non-oil exports to nearly 48% of total exports because diversifying exports reduces over-reliance on oil and builds economic resilience.

7. Nigerian Stock Exchange gained around 48% in 2025 because a strong stock market reflects growing investor confidence and creates wealth for citizens.

8. Upgraded credit ratings and attracted increased foreign direct investment, especially in the digital economy, because better ratings lower borrowing costs and drive job-creating investments.

9. Projected GDP growth exceeding 4% annualized because sustained growth expands the economy, creates jobs, and improves living standards.

10. Launched the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), benefiting hundreds of thousands of students (over 300,000–788,000 disbursements for tuition and upkeep) because it removes financial barriers to higher education and builds a skilled workforce.

11. Provided presidential grants and loans to over 900,000 Nigerians for entrepreneurship and skills development because this empowers youth to start businesses and reduces unemployment.

12. Implemented a ₦70,000 national minimum wage to improve living standards because higher wages boost workers' purchasing power and stimulate economic activity.

13. Allocated N80 billion for infrastructure upgrades in 100 federal unity schools because modern facilities enhance learning quality and promote national unity through diverse student interactions.

14. Reopened all 47 federal unity secondary schools after temporary closure due to insecurity because ensuring safe access to education supports continuous learning and student development.

15. Established 119 learning centers nationwide for almajiri education because integrating vulnerable children into formal education reduces street begging and builds future productivity.

16. Approved a new National Policy on Almajiri Education because a structured policy addresses root causes of out-of-school children and promotes inclusive development.

17. Began re-establishment of 157 model almajiri schools, integrating out-of-school children, because this brings millions back into education and curbs social vulnerabilities.

18. Appointed new leadership for the National Commission for Almajiri and Out-of-School Children Education because strong leadership ensures effective implementation of reforms.

19. Unveiled comprehensive almajiri education reforms with international support because modernized education for almajiri children fosters social integration and long-term national progress.

20. Initiated major highway projects, including Lagos-Calabar Coastal Road, Sokoto-Badagry Superhighway, Abuja-Kaduna-Kano Road, and Lagos-Ibadan Expressway because better roads reduce travel time, lower transportation costs, and boost trade.

21. Invested over ₦2 trillion in road infrastructure because massive investment creates jobs during construction and supports economic growth long-term.

22. Modernized ports (e.g., Tin Can Island, Lekki Deep Sea Port integration) and expanded rail networks because efficient ports and rail improve logistics, reduce import costs, and enhance export competitiveness.

23. Signed the Electricity Act 2023 to decentralize power generation and encourage private investment because reliable electricity is essential for industrial growth and household convenience.

24. Launched a diaspora mortgage scheme offering low-interest loans up to N50 million for Nigerians abroad to build or buy homes because it channels diaspora remittances into productive housing investment.

25. Unveiled a new housing platform for diaspora Nigerians to purchase properties across all 36 states and the FCT because easy access encourages diaspora contribution to the economy and reduces housing deficit.

26. Implemented Renewed Hope Housing Programme with nationwide construction and diaspora-inclusive financing because increasing housing supply makes homeownership affordable for more Nigerians.

27. Groundbreaking for 3,500 housing units in Renewed Hope City, Abuja because large-scale projects create construction jobs and provide modern living spaces.

28. Eliminated over 13,500 terrorists and enhanced military operations in troubled regions because improved security restores peace, enables farming and business, and protects lives.

29. Rolled out Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) program to lower transportation costs because cheaper fuel alternatives reduce public transport fares and ease inflation pressures.

30. Introduced consumer credit schemes because accessible credit helps families afford essentials and stimulates local consumption.

31. Provided agricultural funds leading to increased food production (e.g., 20% rise in rice output in some reports) because boosting local farming lowers food prices and enhances food security.

32. Distributed cash transfers and subsidies to vulnerable groups because direct support alleviates poverty and improves quality of life for the most needy.

33. Rewarded Super Falcons players (after 10th WAFCON title in 2025) with $100,000 equivalent each, a three-bedroom apartment, and national honour (OON) because generous rewards motivate excellence and inspire young girls to pursue sports.

34. Awarded Super Falcons technical crew $50,000 equivalent each, housing, and honours because recognizing support staff ensures sustained team performance.

35. Rewarded D’Tigress players (after fifth consecutive AfroBasket title in 2025) with $100,000 equivalent each, an apartment, and OON honour because such incentives promote women's basketball dominance and national pride.

36. Awarded D’Tigress coaching staff $50,000 each, housing, and honours because valuing coaches encourages professional development in sports.

37. Used these rewards to motivate athletes, inspire youth (especially girls), and promote women's sports and national unity because celebrating female champions advances gender equality and unites the country through shared success.

38. Increased oil production to around 1.68 million barrels per day because higher output boosts government revenue for public spending.

39. Expanded digital identity enrollment (over 126 million in NIMC database) because comprehensive identity coverage improves service delivery, reduces fraud, and enables targeted welfare programs.

40. Re-adopted the old national anthem because it restores cultural heritage and fosters a sense of historical continuity and patriotism.

Salewa97:
The issue of state police is a contentious one. Some are in support while some are against it.

The best way is to have a referendum on it. Let the Nigerians decide if they want state police or not

The fear of those against it is that they will be used against political opponents and for oppression. However that problem can be removed if state police has a superior regulator. If they become tools used by any state government against regulation, they loose their security vote funding and regulators take over temporarily just like AMCON.

HgAkpobomeEr:
No state police without state government control.

That's the whole point.

If students are kidnapped in your state the the blame is on the state government and you loose control of funding when the federal government sends in the military to your state to take charge. You as governor also loose your security vote to the military in your state.

Every problem in Nigeria is always blamed on the President, but the President cannot be everywhere all the time.

Tinubu has wasted time creating state police and even have military assigned to each state.

This Tunde Ednut post about US dollars crashing is questionable. He twisted Dangote's words. Why post such a thing. His he working for interests against Nigeria.

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I'm surprised she has the time to stand next to a tree and pose for picture. She better not forget that there are only 365 days in a year if she wants to hit are target of 500.

No food for lazy man.

If you keep feeding the lazy man even the rich will become broke and all will stink in poverty. That has been the story of Nigeria.

The other alternative is a complete break up make everybody go their separate way so we kuku know the Somalia and we know the Dubai.

It is likely that the Yoruba people were the original Egyptians, judging by the appearance of ancient statues. The Yoruba also created statues similar to those found in Egypt, along with idols representing various gods. These statues were later refined by the Benin people, who are related to the Yoruba.

Desertification may have driven the Yoruba southwards toward fertile lands near the Atlantic Ocean, likely leading to the colonization of inhabitants along their migration path. This explains the various forms of Yoruba dialects. The concept of rebirth by water before migration is significant. Additionally, Jesus was taken to Egypt to escape an evil king.

In Yoruba culture, Esu represents God in various forms, including goodness, justice, vengeance, and kindness. The Yoruba Ifa system utilizes binary codes, which are foundational for modern computer systems. Could these codes have a verbal application for video calls or teleportation, as portrayed in Yoruba movies, even before the advent of these technological inventions? It is indeed a mysterious world.

Did the ancient Yoruba Egyptians influence the Jewish people, possibly explaining certain religious practices? For instance, the circumcision of boys and the naming ceremony on the eighth day are notable clues. Lamb sacrifice is another connection. Many Igbo people believe they are a lost tribe of Jews. The Igbo traditionally have no centralized king, and this mirrors the Jewish preference for leaderless governance. Moses, who led the Jews out of Egypt, became their leader in the absence of a king. Similarly, the Jews' rejection of Jesus as "King of the Jews" reflects their historical aversion to monarchy.

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