₦airaland Forum

Cocolatti:
The man was rich before becoming a Governor.

Nah Jagaban no rich before becoming president abi

Great0ne1:
If only you know what this evil man has for nigerians

Let your father too do something for once. Always wailing

Cristiano Ronaldo became the first men’s player in history to score 900 goals in official matches, reaching his latest milestone in Portugal’s UEFA Nations League match against Croatia in Lisbon on Thursday.

Ronaldo secured the historic goal with a volley from 6 yards off a cross from Nuno Mendes to put Portugal 2-0 up in the 34th minute. Portugal went on to win 2-1.

The five-time Ballon d’Or winner is 58 goals ahead of his nearest challenger, Lionel Messi, who is on 842. Brazilian legend Pelé is third on the list with 765.

Ronaldo was also the first to break the 800-goal barrier, doing so in late 2021 while in his second stint with Manchester United.

The Portugal captain’s 131 international goals in 209 appearances is also the most all-time. Messi is again second behind Ronaldo on that list; he and former Iran forward Ali Daei both have 109 goals.

As well as Al Nassr and Man United, Ronaldo also has divided his 769 club goals among Sporting CP, Real Madrid and Juventus.

The 39-year-old has made clear that he has no intention of slowing down any time soon and recently said he is already targeting his next goal milestone.

“I want to reach 1,000 goals,” he told his former Man United teammate Rio Ferdinand on his YouTube channel, estimating that the historic mark could come around the age of 41.

“If I don’t have any injuries, this is the most important [thing] for me, and I want that. For me, the best mark that I can have in football is to reach 900 goals first. After, my challenge is to be at 1,000 goals.”

Ever competitive, Ronaldo was quick to point out what would set his goals apart from those of other all-time scorers, including legends such as Pele and Alfredo Di Stefano, who played in eras when cameras weren’t as prevalent.

He added, “All the goals I have scored, they have video.

“They all have video. Listen, I respect all of them [Pele and Di Stefano]. And if you want more goals, I can bring them from training, too. And I will prove to the people after. They prefer this player, or this is the best one. I don’t care about that.”

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IGBOPROMISE1:
Nigeria is finished!

It’s you that’s finished

Kobojunkieee:
I don't see the sense in offering student loans to students in a country where the vast majority of graduates are without jobs. It just does not make sense of any kind.

Senselessness dey worry you

Jokerman:
Why is he afraid of interview??

Well I don't blame y'all though... Na mumu voters full Nigeria

Just like you boy

tooth4tooth:
You actually think that girl is old because of her looks? That girl might be 15 years old

She don old common… she’s not 15, she’ll be around 23

RoyalBoutique:
Tinubu will use hunger as a weapon to deal with Nigerians.

The next three years will be hell.

Mark my words.

That will be your portion. It will be hell for you and not for me and my family

Quest7777:
Lets get this clear:

-Prophet Fufeyin manufactures soap,
-sends the soap to NAFDAC for certification,
-NAFDAC certifies the soap based on the listed ingredients, that it is safe for use by Nigerians,
-Fufeyin prays over the soap and presumably impacts healing powers into the soap,
-Fufeyin puts up the soap for sale,
-Nigerians who believe Fufeyin has impacted healing powers into the soap buy the soap.

-VDM calls out Fufeyin as a Scammer
-Fufeyin sues him to court for spoiling business for him, restraining him from further speaking against the miracle soap.

My opinion:
*Nafdac only certified the soap as ordinary soap not as miracle soap so Nafdac has nothing to answer

*Court can not convict Fufeyin as a Scammer. I have never seen any pastor jailed on account of failed religious belief or prophecy.
Also it will mean all these pastors who sell Olive Oil as Anointing Oil would have been convicted.

*VDM should be careful. He stands the risk of being convicted for Defamation, cyberbullying or some other criminal charges.

Nah you be judge abi

vanbonattel:
They should understand that naira has lost its value.

If it’s awarded for that price, you’ll still be the one to complain.

Racoon:
Their hatred, bigotry, resentment and skewed narrative against the igbo man have been their morbid fear, dread and obsession from antiquity.

Imagine the voltrics of the likes of Bayo Onanuga, MC Oluomo, efulefu Joe Igbokwe, Lauretta Onochie, and all the mummified zombie miscreants in desperately trying in futility to turn the #endbadgovernanceinNigeria protests as an Igbo affair?

Writing a letter to the Bayo Onanuga-the senseless ethno-religio-regional supremacist bigot that was taken to the cleaners by Aisha Yesefu?

Racoon nonentity? You are a Professor of what please? Northerner organise and execute protests but your obsession is Igbos instigating them? So Igbo is sperating the marriage now? Chai! God save your soul from OCD.

Keep lamenting Mumu

derecho:
This daft Pontius Pilate again.

Leaving leprosy to treat ringworm
Solution begins when you fully understand the problems.

Make your governor do the same for east nah. Animal

SisterJolade:
What bank alert can not do does not exist. Anyway, the message has been passed. It is now left for the 'my turn' president to do the needful or be booted out.

Since you’re jobless you’ll support the protest so you can loot

ClearFlair:
Peter Obi should not even respond. APC is not worth any serious person's time. If a party can be in power for 9 years and every single day of those 9 years things keep getting worse, they shouldn't even have the effrontery to mention Peter Obi's name.

Because he’s a coward

Kenneth Okonkwo, a former spokesman for the Labour Party’s presidential campaign council, has announced his departure from the party.

Okonkwo has also parted ways with former presidential candidate of LP, Peter Obi .

In a statement titled “Political Journey to a Great Nigeria,” which he shared on his social media platforms on Saturday, Okonkwo cited his disappointment with the party’s internal crisis and the failure of its former presidential candidate, Peter Obi, to address it.

Okonkwo expressed his commitment to a great Nigeria built on equity, justice, and fairness, but stated that the current political parties, including the Labour Party, do not have what it takes to lead the country to greatness.

He said, “I am committed, irreversibly, to a great Nigeria built on equity, justice, and fairness, where every citizen will be free and able to aspire to any position or level in life without regard to primordial sentiments built around ethnicity, religion, sex, or circumstances of birth.”

“It’s obvious that the APC or PDP, as presently constituted, do not have what it takes to lead us to a great Nigeria. Indeed, their combined leadership is trying to cripple Nigeria as this blessed country is now down economically, politically, and in every other index, leaving the people with no other option than to protest for their survival. They can see no hope for the future.

“Unfortunately, by our Constitution, we need a solid political party with a solid grassroots base to be able to wrestle power from these kakistocrats and kleptocrats. We, therefore, need a decisive leader who will be able to build such a party of integrity and character from the grassroots because, eventually, the majority of the people that will populate a government will proceed from the political party of the leader.”

He likened a party to a political tree that produces the leadership cadre in government, stating that a corrupt tree cannot produce good fruits regardless of the leader’s integrity and intentions.

He attributed Nigeria’s problems to a lack of internal democracy within parties, which leads to the emergence of incompetent and corrupt leaders in government.

He emphasised the need for a decisive leader who can build a party of integrity and character from the grassroots.

“We also need a decisive leader who will be selfless enough, in boldness and bravery, to secure our victory, when the people vote for such a leader because these corrupt and incompetent leaders are not willing to conduct free and fair elections and will always grab, snatch power from any weak and indecisive leader, and run away with it. Our judiciary has not proved to be equal to the task of preventing the emergence of electoral bandits who steal electoral victories at gunpoint in the public glare of everyone.

“I am earnestly searching for such a leader who has the integrity and also the commensurate charisma and bravery to mobilise the people to sustain victory if Nigeria votes for such a person. The time for calm down is over.”

Okonkwo recalled the struggle to liberate Nigeria from corrupt leaders in 2023, only for the victory to be stolen. He expressed scepticism that the judiciary will deliver democracy due to judicial abuse, urging people to take control of their destiny by voting for the right president and ensuring that person is sworn in.

He also stressed the need for a decisive leader to stop the current suffering and prevent these leaders from remaining in power beyond 2027.

Okonkwo added that the current situation in the Labour Party has motivated him to pursue a new political direction, adding that after the 2023 general election, many Nigerians, including himself, had high hopes for the Labour Party.

Okonkwo said he believed Peter Obi had the potential to build a strong, integrity-driven party capable of overthrowing corrupt leaders but needed to provide the right directives, and everyone would follow.

Okonkwo said, “I received my first shock when he publicly declared that he didn’t promise Nigerians to build a strong Labour Party, but to solve Nigeria’s problems. I was like, does it mean HE Peter Obi is not aware that without a solid party base, we are heading nowhere politically? However, I continued in his defence believing he would still privately bring the needed solution to LP’s problems. To no avail.

“PO also publicly demanded that the Abure-led National Working Committee must organise an all-inclusive convention that will guarantee the participation of all members of the Labour Party in the choice of their leaders. This didn’t happen, and surprisingly, PO refused to disassociate himself from the shenanigans and criminal activities of the former NWC as their time had expired.”

Okonkwo said that every member of the Labour Party is confused about the party’s future due to a lack of leadership from Peter Obi. He admitted that when members look to him for guidance on Obi’s standpoint, he has nothing to say because he is unaware.

Okonkwo added that he cannot continue to speak on behalf of a leader whose stance on important issues is unknown to him, as he does not know how to manipulate facts.

He added, “I am shocked that PO could not openly support the noble efforts of the Labour Unions who founded the Labour Party as a base to fight for the welfare of workers to the extent that some of them are openly saying that PO is now the problem of LP. The Labour Unions now have an unfortunate situation where they are fighting criminals who want to hijack their party when an ordinary statement from Peter Obi would have brought the solution. I cannot continue with this ambivalence forever.

“I am of course in full support of the Labour Unions and other stakeholders who are now compelled to fight for the soul of LP without the support of PO.

“However, the consequence is that I no longer have the confidence that PO has what it takes to build a party that can win against these kakistocrats and kleptocrats, and above all, he has proved that even if the people vote for him, he doesn’t have what it takes to secure the mandate. I don’t intend to embark on such a campaign as we did in 2023, projecting a person who cannot sustain the victory even if he wins.

“It’s in this regard that I have decided to continue my political journey into the great Nigeria of our vision without Peter Obi. I am always 100% loyal to a leader whenever I am working or following the leader. At any time I have doubts within me that I can no longer offer 100% loyalty to him, I will respectfully let everyone know. When I joined his campaign, I made it public; now that I cannot guarantee my support for his future political aspirations, I believe I owe it to everyone to let them know.”

Okonkwo said the decision to leave the Labour Party has nothing to do with joining the APC or PDP, as he remains committed to the Nigerian people and their aspirations for a better Nigeria.

He also noted that his decision to distance himself from Peter Obi is based on principles, not personal reasons, as he seeks a decisive, bold leader with integrity to confront corrupt leaders.

Okonkwo declared that he is free to negotiate and consult with like-minded individuals to determine the next step in their political journey, stressing that this will not involve joining the APC or PDP for now but may include consolidating the Labour Party.

Okonkwo stated that Nigeria must regain its greatness despite opposition from corrupt leaders. He emphasised that protest is a democratic right and should not be prevented, urging protesters to remain peaceful.

Okonkwo called on the government to use wisdom and restraint in managing protests, highlighting that good governance is the best way to avoid protests, as bad governance makes them inevitable.

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Ddeliverer007:
Na when I no protest, I go know say them no born me well…Unlike you, I’ve never been a coward.

Okay

Ddeliverer007:
Our President wants to japa.

By Monday, only few politicians will be left in Nigeria.

If dem born you well, go out go protest

Zwooks:
Wonderful. We now have two presidents. In what capacity is Wike meeting the security heads ?

As the governor of FCT

Get your quality building materials from the right source… iron rods, cement, marine boards, planks at affordable price

Get your quality building materials from the right source… iron rods, cement, marine boards, planks at affordable price

oluwaseyi0:
18 billions in arrears alone

How many people dey Abia state as government workers wey dem dey owe 18b… Oti wan chop money ooo

MasterJayJay:
Dumb folks!!

Tinubu, Buhari and co protested during Jonathan tenure.

If you love your life, sit down at home or go do your daily routine job.

TemplarLandry:
Narcissist Nancy who holds no weight, no electoral value endorses Amala? This is an epic example of empty endorsement.

Smooth ride for President Trump AKA Cyrus.

Hundred wraps of Amala couldn't stop Trump. No pun intended.

I diss these devil-worshipping democrats with "No Apologies" by Consequence feat. Kanye West.

Spanking new great jam!

Nah you get electoral value. Una go just dey type nonsense in the comfort of una kitchen. You want to act like a person wey know international politics

President Joe Biden’s decision to pull out of the United States presidential race as Democratic nominee has sent shock waves through the political world.

In a Sunday statement on his X handle, Biden said, “I believe it is in the best interest of my party and the country for me to stand down and to focus solely on fulfilling my duties as President for the remainder of my term.”

Shortly after, the president declared his support for Vice President Kamala Harris to take on the bid.

“My fellow Democrats, I have decided not to accept the nomination and to focus all my energies on my duties as President for the remainder of my term. My very first decision as the party nominee in 2020 was to pick Kamala Harris as my Vice President. And it’s been the best decision I’ve made.

“Today I want to offer my full support and endorsement for Kamala to be the nominee of our party this year. Democrats — it’s time to come together and beat Trump. Let’s do this,” Biden wrote on X.

The developments followed a stumbling debate performance that widely alarmed Democrats about the 81-year-old president’s fitness for office and ability to defeat former president Donald Trump who recently escaped an assassination plot.

Biden’s withdrawal leaves the Democrats in an unprecedented position with months until the November election.

Apart from the new twist likely to shape political strategy in the Republican party where Trump is the face, it also creates a new battleground for Democrats eying the presidential ticket.

AFP reports that for years, Harris faced criticism that she was not up to the job of being a heartbeat away from the presidency. Now, she finds herself feted by Democrats as their best hope to stop Trump’s comeback.

Despite blazing a trail as the first woman, Black and South Asian vice president in US history, the 59-year-old Democrat long struggled with approval ratings as bad or worse than Biden’s.

The last 12 months, however, have revealed a transformed Harris. And with Biden’s endorsement of Harris after stunning the world by dropping his reelection bid, she’s suddenly on the cusp of history.

The two-term governor of Michigan, Gretchen Whitmer, is also an increasingly popular Midwest Democrat who many pundits speculate will run for president in 2028, a BBC report said.

She has campaigned for Biden in the past and has not been shy about her political aspirations. She told the New York Times she wants to see a Generation X president in 2028, but stopped short of suggesting that she might fill that role.

In 2022, she led a campaign that left Michigan Democrats in control of the state’s legislature and the governor’s mansion.

That political control allowed her to enact a number of progressive policies including protecting Michigan abortion access and the passage of gun safety measures.

Also, California Governor Gavin Newsom is one of the Biden administration’s fiercest surrogates. He frequently appears on cable news networks praising Biden.

But Newsom has political ambitions of his own. According to BBC, Newson is often listed as a possible 2028 candidate, but many Democratic pundits now say he could be a stand-in for Biden.

The report also states that it is no secret that Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg has presidential aspirations. He ran for president in 2020 and is often touted as one of the Biden administration’s best communicators.

Other top shots that may be gunning for the Democrat’s ticket include Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro who has seen high approval ratings since he was elected in 2022 in a swing state Trump narrowly carried in 2016, and Illinois Governor JB Pritzker who has raised his profile in recent years by going after Trump and defending Biden.

The list of potential nominees stretches beyond the Democrats listed above, as the party has developed a deep bench of possible future presidential candidates.

According to BBC, Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear, a two-term Democratic governor in a very conservative state, has earned growing national attention since his re-election last year.

Maryland Governor Wes Moore found himself in the spotlight in recent months following the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore.

Senators Amy Klobuchar and Cory Booker have run for president in the past and have some name recognition among Democrats.

Gbenga Oloniniran
Gbenga has been covering Metro, politics and education beats for two years as a print and digital journalist

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Racoon:
When the law becomes the crime! The DPO or errant police officer must be death with.

Wetin concern DPO with this matter now

mohbadliveson:
Nigerian politicians don't resign voluntarily...

Anybody with an appointment are now politicians abi

obiekunie01:
FOR THE RECORDS:

dantosoho is a YORUFULANI from ILORIN in kwara state.

mother yoruba - father fulani from the house of gambari in kwara state just like saraki.


he grew up in kano

No longer from Taraba abi

WikeTheDrunk:
Stories.

It is only applicable when the federal government stops controlling the resources of the states. No governor will implement it and nothing will happen. Most African countries have very weak institutions.

Your comment/write-up does not even align

Coolsat:
Tinubu is a one time president. Mark this down

Nah so una dey ‘mark’ ‘mark’ during Buhari time

ojun50:
Ones them don get people for high place, them go just dey do any how

Why una too dey talk anyhow for that una small phone. Him go learn lesson

Eriokanmi:
Keep stealing the money. The project for a new facility will be inflated multiple times again. What happened to the palliatives you promised Nigerians after the removal of subsidy? That's what you should think of....masses are suffering, and not another elephant project that won't be completed during your tenure.

Before announcing it, they've already concluded it. They just want their gullible supporters to be aware ni. Tunji Ojo didn't think of that during his visit to the Ikoyi facility

Must your dumb ass complain on everything? You want to be there?