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YesDaddyTill203:
Go and do it in your land. Stop trying to be what you are not in other people's land. Especially for people who detest others from doing such in their own land.

This won't be a big deal if these were people who are accommodating of other people's culture and heritage in their land, but these are people who detest other people's culture and way of life. They always see faults in others' culture while pretending to be blind to their own.

The Lagos new yam festival will hold on the appropriate date despite according to Kemi Badenoch,'Lagos is a city were fear was everywhere',I guess she meant the unrestrained activities of Agberos,street urchins,political touts and government sponsored political rascals. I think we can handle those ones and still go ahead with the celebrations in Lagos.....someone can go and hug the transformer!

helinues:
Obidients should try and be taking responsibility once and for all. It's those who are in Labour party that accused Peter Obi of marching People to Aso rock. Don't blame others for this.

The last time I checked,Your Tinubu is still the president and in functional societies when such allegations are made,the accuser must be invited or arrested to clarify his accusations, coup plotting is treasonable,dont play yeye politics with it.

The way these Yoruba ethnic supremacists are going in this government should be a cause of worry to reasonable Yorubas,Nigerians are observing the worst form ethnic jingoism,since the creation of this nation.
People are silently keeping records and I bet you because power is transient,it won't be funny when others ascend to that position. The tribalistic nature of this government will stand as the greatest enemy of his 2027 re-election ambition.
Men,this is disgusting,they are boldly robbing it on the faces of Nigerians and expect Nigerians to foolishly support them.if allowed to ever win in 2027,that's when the true ethnic agenda will be fully launched.
Truly,this government is a big disappointment,even reasonable Yorubas will be ashamed of what is happening.

Whose money is he sharing?I need an honest answer. Worst form of Corruption and impunity is staring in our eyes. Do we now officially have the 'office of the first son"?
Your guess is as good as mine.

This quarter system professor and a known national clown,whose statement is only good for comic relief,dont even know that Christian's have what is known as canon law,which we can also demand for.

Happy birthday Papilo! My respect bro.
Age gracefully.

South west 44million including the over 20million Igbos in south west.
North central including Abuja 33million with over 10million Igbos.
North west 63million with over 5million igbos.
South south 33million with millions of Igbos both aboriginal Igbos and others.
Without even mentioning North east with Adamawa,Taraba etc
With my summation,I think Igbos are by far the most populous tribe in Nigeria.

What a big shame and national disgrace,just look at the thrash coming out of the mouth of a state actor.When this government reap what they are sowing,only then they will know the extend of disaffection and pronounced bitterness,they have directly and indirectly encouraged and instilled in the hearts of Nigerians.They have succeeded in destroying the very fabrics of this nation,just for political expediency.They have succeeded in placing a knife on the things that hold Nigerians together.. posterity will certainly not be kind to them.

This is a country where things are done properly but our own president is standing akimbo legged while tribalism is elevated in his native Lagos and rather,they use online miscreants to defend the national shame...so disgusting

FreeStuffsNG:
This is it.


Ojudu is the one playing with fire after losing favour from Asiwaju Tinubu. He was one of them who worked for Prof Osinbajo to contest the APC primaries against Asiwaju and they lost.

Nobody in Lagos will take him serious. He is the second Ekiti man looking for serious trouble from true Lagosians who have called his type irresponsible. In fact, if he recieves the tongue lashing in Yoruba ehn, he will think twice before insulting true Lagosians.

Learn how to attend to messages and not the messenger.Who did this to you guys?so unconsciously blind.

giacomogiovanni:
A rational take.

I don't understand why some black people will complain of experiencing racism in the White man's land but then display the most depraved forms of tribalistic and ethnical barbarism in their native lands.

Tribalism some how has been part of African society,despite the obvious denial but what is particularly suprising in the present surge in tribalism in Nigeria,is because the ego of a god father was bursted in the last elections,he was demystified,they people of Lagos stood their ground,they made a statement,they said no to corruption,no to intimidation,no to promotion of touting and reckless use of power.
However,after the whole episode and the flawed elections,they out come now is to elevate tribalism to state and national levels,now state actors are the ones sponsoring tribalism and from their body language...the briefing from the top is clear.

The few reasonable ones are beginning to speak up....the Yoruba nation must not allow decision making to be in the hands of political miscreants that thrives only in chaos,to determine the trajectory of the Yoruba nation.

Lagos Is Playing with Fire — And Tinubu Must Put It Out

By Babafemi Ojudu

A troubling trend is unfolding in Lagos State. In the aftermath of the recent local government elections, some newly elected officials have embarked on a reckless spree of renaming streets—particularly those bearing Igbo names or named after prominent non-indigenes. This is not coincidental; it is a calculated political maneuver rooted in resentment, identity politics, and shortsighted leadership.

The long-simmering tension between Yoruba and Igbo communities reached a boiling point during the 2023 elections. Peter Obi of the Labour Party shocked the political establishment by defeating Bola Ahmed Tinubu—Lagos’s long-reigning political figure—in the presidential poll within the state. That upset sent shockwaves through the ruling APC, and fears grew that a similar surprise might unfold in the governorship race. What followed was an aggressive, divisive campaign that shamelessly weaponized ethnicity, fear, and misinformation.

Wild accusations flew: that the Igbo had “bought up” Lagos, “taken over” the economy, and were scheming to seize political power. These narratives were dangerous—and not entirely new. But while they didn’t arise in a vacuum, they have been irresponsibly amplified.

It’s true that some individuals within the Igbo community, in asserting cultural pride, have crossed into political overreach—not just in Nigeria but abroad. A recent example is an Igbo man in Ghana who purchased large tracts of land and declared himself a king, sparking fears—justified or not—of secessionist ambitions in host communities. Similarly, the proliferation of self-styled “Eze Ndi Igbo” (Igbo kings) across non-Igbo regions can be perceived as provocative, especially when seen as parallel authority structures. While these acts may stem from pride and cultural identity, they can easily be exploited by opportunistic politicians to sow fear and division.

But make no mistake: these isolated actions do not justify collective punishment or cultural erasure.

Lagos was built by many hands—Yoruba, Igbo, Hausa, Urhobo, Tapa, and more. Its strength lies in its diversity. To target any group—especially one so deeply embedded in the city’s economy and social fabric—is not just morally wrong; it is politically suicidal.

Rather than stoking ethnic division, Lagos leaders should focus on the real threats to the city: youth unemployment, drug addiction, urban decay, traffic congestion, and collapsing infrastructure. These are the issues threatening Lagos’s future—not the names on its street signs.

What makes this ethnic posturing even more shortsighted is the broader national context. Discontent is rising across Nigeria. The economy is reeling, inflation is crushing households, and insecurity remains rampant. As the 2027 elections approach, the ruling APC is grappling with waning public trust. Alienating a significant Southern demographic—the Igbo—while Northern political elites express growing dissatisfaction with Tinubu’s leadership is a dangerous gamble.

Just recently, Northern heavyweight Rabiu Kwankwaso declared that the North feels marginalized under Tinubu’s presidency and may not support his re-election. If the North grows distant and the Southeast is antagonized, where will the support come from? This trend risks isolating the South West politically—and that isolation will not bode well for the Yoruba, both at home and in the diaspora.

This is where President Bola Ahmed Tinubu must rise above the fray. He cannot afford to allow partisan loyalty or ethnic sentiment to blind him to the growing danger of ethnic polarization. Left unchecked, it could spiral into something far more sinister—even ethnic cleansing. Nigeria is too fragile for such a descent.

The President must initiate a process of reconciliation. He should reach out to Igbo leaders—both at home and abroad—to promote moderation and mutual respect. Online abuse and reckless insults, such as referring to revered Yoruba figures like Wole Soyinka in derogatory terms, must cease. I was stunned to read a young Igbo man referring to Soyinka as a “gbajue professor.” Such incivility wounds the national psyche and deepens mistrust.

At the same time, Tinubu must speak frankly to Yoruba communities—especially indigenes of Lagos. Being a host comes with responsibility, not superiority. You cannot sell your land willingly, spend the proceeds on indulgent lifestyles, and then resent those who invested and built on that land. You cannot eat your cake and still have it. If you admire the success of others, emulate their work ethic and community spirit—don’t scapegoat them.

Meanwhile, fault lines are cracking elsewhere. In the North, Muslim-Christian tensions are rising. The once-cohesive Fulani-Hausa alliance is showing strain. In the South, Yoruba-Igbo relations are fraying. In the Niger Delta, some groups are rejecting the inclusion of Igbos in the Biafra narrative. Even among the Yoruba, there is growing resentment against the idea of “giving everything to Lagos,” while some Lagosians disparage non-indigenous Yoruba (“ara oke”) who’ve found success in the city.

Nigeria is a house divided—and unless urgent steps are taken, it may not stand much longer. The crisis in Rivers State has stirred new waves of resentment in the Niger Delta. Everywhere, identity-based fault lines are deepening.

President Tinubu must not be complacent. If Nigeria fractures, history will not remember his economic policies or political victories. It will remember that the house collapsed under his watch.

The task before him is urgent and non-transferable: call your boys to order, heal old wounds, unite the nation, and rise above petty politics. This is not a job for committees or proxies. Only bold, visionary leadership can pull Nigeria back from the brink.

The window is closing. Now is the time to act.

• Ojudu is a former Senator, journalist, political scientist,

These Yorubas have grown the culture of reckless talking and insult as a way of life....everyone now behaves like a tout,such a shameless act.They do it with pride, is disgusting to see political leaders whom should be a shinning example to the younger ones,always almost behave like rascals.
They have even taken these their culture of unrestrained insults to the federal level,when some state actors talk,you will feel like hiding your face in shame.

stuffs2002:
Abeg stop to dey lie upandan. Na Una dey segregate pass for this country.

Igbos that do not sell land to outsiders.
Do you know that the south east region is the only region in the entire country without a cosmopolitan city.

Bros come to Akwa Anambra state capital,I have access to more than 100 hectares of land for sale.when your people thinks that the world start and ends in Lagos,you are so scared to leave your shelves. Igbos are naturally explorers,we are not afraid of new challenges,we break new ground and thread even where demons fear to reach.Bring your money and come and buy,dont be waiting for free land from government, you guys are so use to freebies.

Usually APC governors can never fail to disappoint...we igbos dont segregate,we are not like the other people(who claim to be accomodators)but celebrate tribalism to high heavens.
If Hope Ozodinmma is not ready to host all the girls,he should just forget it.we are Igbos,we have a big heart,that's our culture.

I do know why some people thinks they can stop others from telling the truth,Lagos is a concrete jungle,very dirty and people are allowed to practice open defecation,I dont know if it is part of the larger yoruba culture.This is despicable. Honestly, most areas smells,going out at times,especially when it rains,you may need a face mask.Funny enough they are use to the smelly nature.

2-2,nice one !

Kemetian:
Wrong attitude.

If you see a good thing happening, praise it.

You weren’t born to demand perfection sitting in spiteful judgment over others.

Well that's your opinion!Your ilks may be satisfied seeing South East acting like second class citizens,whereas similar projects were done in other geopolitical zones without their senator coming out to thank the federal govt openly because it is already a normal situation in those other geopolitical zones but the South East are always expected to live in perpetual servitude for them to attract a project Nigeria even did for Niger republic.
Hypocrisy is when people like you never ever speaks up against grave injustices,only to turn around and be moralist when dissenting voices are loud.

Praising Tinubu exactly for what,when both Buhari and Tinubu have been collecting loans in the name of Nigeria,to build railways in the North and south west,even both sourcing fund to complete Kastina to Maradi in Niger Republic while the Eastern corridors and by extension South south are yet to get standard gauge rail lines.
Praising him is uncalled for,it is not a privilege but our right!it shouldn't look as if he is doing the south East a favour.

That's the way we roll in Anambra and the South East in general!

I am from Anambra state,I think Soludo should have retained the 'Abakiliki' name of the street. Or equally rename another important street to 'Abakaliki street'.
Peter Obi and rest governors didn't change the name,so why Soludo?

Why I'm I suspecting some underhand dealings and may be some bad gangs in the government may be involved,it is an easier way to hide stolen funds...just thinking outside the box!

Happy birthday to the man of the people!

It is nice that these men are beginning to expose their secret and evil plans for HE Peter Obi,they whole world,they obidients world over and all they good people of Nigeria have taken note,beyond those two states mentioned,if anything happens to Obi in any other place,we rightfully know they evil gang to hold responsible with their boss,only then they will know that 'Obidients' is not just a movement but an ideology whose time has come.

'Helinius',a known propagandist,an online Tinubu-APC mercenary has created more than 5 topics on this.