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kokoA: Am I the only one that saw "NECO" as the LP guy's highest qualification? I think INEC made a mistake there.

Section 177 of the Nigerian Constitution shows eligibility for the office of a governor as folows;

177. A person shall be qualified for election to the office of Governor of a State if

(a) he is a citizen of Nigeria by birth;

(b) he has attained the age of thirty-five years;

(c) he is a member of a political party and is sponsored by that political party; and

(d) he has been educated up to at least School Certificate level or its equivalent.

Talk about Qualifications and International Recognition. Let any one who says Dangote is not qualified to rule any country in Africa cast the first stone on Ifeanyi Ubah. Are you guys not smart? A person who left Anambra to Lagos and made it without forgetting his roots and assisted his homies can be said to be a guy that will stop at nothing to ensure Anambra is taken to the next level. A thoroughbred...
All this guys una just dey tire person. Let me ask how many of you that made Anti-NECO comments are CEOs? Get a Job or follow a leader.

Gamechanger: What is it about their qualifications? Bachelor Degree/Diploma for Ngige Plus Ph.D for his deputy. Is it better that of the APGA candidates: Master Degree for Obiano and Ph.D for his deputy. Up Obiano !

Section 177 of the Nigerian Constitution shows eligibility for the office of a governor as folows;

177. A person shall be qualified for election to the office of Governor of a State if

(a) he is a citizen of Nigeria by birth;

(b) he has attained the age of thirty-five years;

(c) he is a member of a political party and is sponsored by that political party; and

(d) he has been educated up to at least School Certificate level or its equivalent.

Talk about Qualifications and International Recognition. Let any one who says Dangote is not qualified to rule any country in Africa cast the first stone on Ifeanyi Ubah. Are you guys not smart? A person who left Anambra to Lagos and made it without forgetting his roots and assisted his homies can be said to be a guy that will stop at nothing to ensure Anambra is taken to the next level. A thoroughbred...
All this guys una just dey tire person. Let me ask how many of you that made Anti-NECO comments are CEOs? Get a Job or follow a leader.

kokoA: Am I the only one that saw "NECO" as the LP guy's highest qualification? I think INEC made a mistake there.

Section 177 of the Nigerian Constitution shows eligibility for the office of a governor as folows;

177. A person shall be qualified for election to the office of Governor of a State if

(a) he is a citizen of Nigeria by birth;

(b) he has attained the age of thirty-five years;

(c) he is a member of a political party and is sponsored by that political party; and

(d) he has been educated up to at least School Certificate level or its equivalent.

Talk about Qualifications and International Recognition. Let any one who says Dangote is not qualified to rule any country in Africa cast the first stone on Ifeanyi Ubah. Are you guys not smart? A person who left Anambra to Lagos and made it without forgetting his roots and assisted his homies can be said to be a guy that will stop at nothing to ensure Anambra is taken to the next level. A thoroughbred...
All this guys una just dey tire person. Let me ask how many of you that made Anti-NECO comments are CEOs? Get a Job or follow a leader.

Section 177 of the Nigerian Constitution shows eligibility for the office of a governor as folows;

177. A person shall be qualified for election to the office of Governor of a State if

(a) he is a citizen of Nigeria by birth;

(b) he has attained the age of thirty-five years;

(c) he is a member of a political party and is sponsored by that political party; and

(d) he has been educated up to at least School Certificate level or its equivalent.

Talk about Qualifications and International Recognition. Let any one who says Dangote is not qualified to rule any country in Africa cast the first stone on Ifeanyi Ubah. Are you guys not smart? A person who left Anambra to Lagos and made it without forgetting his roots and assisted his homies can be said to be a guy that will stop at nothing to ensure Anambra is taken to the next level. A thoroughbred...
All this guys una just dey tire person. Let me ask how many of you that made Anti-NECO comments are CEOs? Get a Job or follow a leader.

For those of you who are interested and I must say that it pays to know what;s going on especially Nigeria from the Worldview whereas many restrict themselves to this APC this, PDP this and Ignore the Bigger Picture... Please read what our President said to the Un General Assembly; his opinions which is Nigeria's by the way, Proposals et al.
See text below here or link to his spokesman's website to read for your self at http://www.reubenabati.com.ng/ADDRESS-TO-THE-UN-GENERAL-ASSEMBLY.html


ADDRESS TO THE UN GENERAL ASSEMBLY 68TH SESSION DELIVERED BY PRESIDENT GOODLUCK JONATHAN
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The President of the 68th Session of the General Assembly;

Heads of State and Government;

The Secretary-General;

Distinguished Delegates;

Ladies and Gentlemen



Mr President,

1. On behalf of the Government and People of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, I salute you as you preside over the 68th Session of the United Nations General Assembly. I assure you of the full support and cooperation of the Nigerian delegation.



2. I also wish to extend our commendation to the Secretary-General Mr. Ban Ki-moon, and place on record, Nigeria’s appreciation for his focused and committed leadership of the United Nations system.



3. This Session is coming at a particularly trying period when our world faces a number of critical challenges which make it imperative for us to work within the Charter of the United Nations to meaningfully address them.



4. It is therefore apt that the theme, Post 2015 Development Agenda: Setting the Stage, signposts our desire and determination to actively cooperate for the improvement of the overall welfare and well-being of the most vulnerable citizens of the member-states of our Organisation.



5. Nigeria appreciates the consultative nature of designing the Post-2015 development agenda. Earlier in the year, we supported this global outreach through inclusive consultations and surveys of a number of Nigerians who have expressed their aspirations with respect to the world they expect beyond 2015.

6. A major highlight of this process, which has increased national ownership of the agenda, is the emphasis on the eradication of poverty as the overarching principle in the formulation of the successor framework.



7. Indeed, tomorrow, we will be hosting a side event on the implementation of the MDGs, in collaboration with the UN, a number of African countries, and our development partners.



8. As I had cause to say to this Assembly last Session, 2015 is not a destination but only a milestone to a better, safer, healthier and more compassionate world. Let us therefore renew our commitment to the processes that will develop the post-MDGs framework.

Mr. President,

9. This objective is of particular resonance to us in Africa where the challenges of poverty, illiteracy, food insecurity, and climate change continue to engage the attention of the political leadership.



10. The good news however, is that in the last decade, a sustained democratization process across the continent has made significant difference in governance processes, institutions and structures. Today, we have a renascent Africa that has moved away from the era of dictatorship to a new dawn where the ideals of good governance and an emphasis on human rights and justice are beginning to drive state-society relations. This is the present reality of Africa that must replace the old prejudices and assumptions about the continent.



11. We are firm in our conviction that democracy is fundamental to achieving the requisite stability that will enable the realization of a sustainable post-2015 development agenda in Africa.



12. This emergent Africa will require the continued support and partnership of the international community. An Africa that is no longer merely a destination for aid but one that is involved in constructive, multi-sectoral exchanges on the global stage. Our continent stands ready to continue to engage the rest of the world as a partner in formulating a global development agenda that will guarantee peace, security and stability.



13. I wish to express my appreciation for Nigeria’s selection as co-Chair of the Expert Committee on Financing Sustainable Development.



14. The importance of this Committee’s assignment cannot be overstated. For the post-2015 development agenda to be realistic, it must be backed by a robust financing framework which I hope will receive the strong backing of our Organisation’s more endowed members.



Mr. President,

15. Nigeria’s commitment to sustainable peace and security propels the country to action along with member states of our sub-regional and continental organisations, whenever stability is threatened in our continent. In recent years, Africa has had its share of conflicts notably in Mali, Guinea-Bissau, Democratic Republic of Congo, Central African Republic and Somalia.

16. It is noteworthy that African leaders, with the support of the international community, have demonstrated the capacity to work in concert and decisively in pursuit of long-term solutions in the affected States. While a lot more still needs to be done, we are convinced that progress is being made.



17. The recent Presidential elections in Mali herald a new beginning that should translate into peace and prosperity for its people and provide a stronger basis for stability within the sub-region. I congratulate President Boubacar Keita. Similarly, the political transition process in Guinea Bissau holds much promise. Among African leaders, there is a greater determination and focus on the transformation of the continent. This is the required impetus for the achievement of development objectives

that will benefit the people, and rebrand the continent even more positively.



18. Although our world has not witnessed a global war since the establishment of the United Nations, there have been several conflicts with devastating consequences and impact in virtually all regions of the world. As global citizens, we have a sacred duty to free our world of wars, rivalries, ethnic conflicts, and religious divisions. Our collective effort in our drive for a better world will continue to bind us together.



Mr. President,

19. Nigeria continues to support the efforts of the United Nations in addressing the global initiative to combat the menace of the illicit trade in Small Arms and Light Weapons. We have redoubled efforts to address this onerous challenge within our borders and across the West African sub-region.



20. In doing so, we also recognize the need for a broad-based global partnership in the on-going battle against trans-border crimes, including terrorism and acts of piracy. It is regrettable that these scourges are sustained by unfettered access by non-state actors to illicit small arms and light weapons with which they foster insecurity and instability across our continent. For us in Africa, these are the ‘weapons of mass destruction’!



21. It is therefore, in the light of our collective obligation and unceasing struggle to end this nightmare, that I congratulate Member-States on the adoption of the Arms Trade Treaty (ATT) in April this year. Our hope is that upon its entry into force, the ATT would herald an era of accountable trade in conventional arms which is critical to the security of nations.

22. In line with our continued commitment to this project, Nigeria has signed and ratified the Treaty. We will continue to engage other Member-States for its successful implementation.

Mr. President,

23. Terrorism constitutes a major threat to global peace and security, and undermines the capacity for sustained development. In Nigeria, the threat of terrorism in a few States in the North Eastern part of our country has proven to be a challenge to national stability. We will spare no effort in addressing this menace. We are therefore confronting it with every resource at our disposal with due regard for fundamental human rights and the rule of law.

24. Nigeria will like to place on record its appreciation to the international community for its support in this regard. The reign of terror anywhere in the world is an assault on our collective humanity. Three days ago, the stark reality of this menace was again brought to the fore by the dastardly terrorist attack in Nairobi, Kenya. We must stand together to win this war together.

Mr. President,

25. Piracy, like terrorism, is another menace that has attained worrisome proportions, especially in Africa’s coastal waters. At the bilateral and multilateral levels, Nigeria has promoted cooperation to mitigate its impact and consequences on the security and economies of the affected coastal states.

26. Indeed, in June this year, the leaders of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), the Economic Community of Central African States (ECCAS) and the Gulf of Guinea Commission met in Yaounde, Cameroon, and came up with practical steps to collectively confront the menace of piracy in the Gulf of Guinea. This effort will, no doubt, require reinforcement and wider support and collaborative action on the part of our international partners.

Mr. President,

27. The situation in the Middle East remains volatile. The reported use of chemical weapons in the Syrian crisis, is unacceptable. Nigeria condemns, in the strongest possible terms, the use of chemical weapons that are prohibited by International Conventions.

28. We applaud the current diplomatic efforts to avert further escalation of the crisis. We urge all parties involved to end the violence and seek a negotiated solution, including the instrumentality of the United Nations.

29. The threat which nuclear weapons pose to the survival of the human race is to be understood not just in the context of aspirational nations but also the nations already in possession of such weapons. Nuclear weapons are as unsafe in the hands of small powers as they are in the hands of the major powers. It is our collective responsibility to urge the international community to respond to the clarion call for a peaceful universe in an age of uncertainty.

30. We can attain this objective if we adopt measures and policies that will promote nuclear disarmament, protect and renew our environment, and push towards an international system that is based on trust, mutual respect and shared goals.

Mr. President,

31. I believe that I express the concern of many about the slow pace of effort and apparent lack of progress in the reform of the United Nations, especially the Security Council. We believe strongly, that the call for democratization worldwide should not be for States only, but also, for International Organisations such as the UN. That is why we call for the democratization of the Security Council.

32. This is desirable for the enthronement of justice, equity, and fairness; and also for the promotion of a sense of inclusiveness and balance in our world.

33. Our support for the United Nations Security Council in its primary responsibility for the maintenance of international peace and security has been total and unwavering. We have, in previous membership of the Council, demonstrated both the political will and capacity to engage in key Council responsibilities. Nigeria has therefore decided to seek election for the 2014-2015 Non-Permanent Seat of the UNSC.

34. I am pleased to state that Nigeria has received the endorsement of the Economic Community of West African States and the African Union. We urge this august Assembly to endorse Nigeria’s candidature.

Mr. President,

35. Our world continues to be confronted by pressing problems and threats. No statement that will be made during this Session can exhaust the extent of these problems. The world looks to us, as leaders, to provide hope in the midst of crisis, to provide guidance through difficult socio-political divisions, and to ensure that we live in a better world.

36. We have obligations to the present generation, but we have a greater obligation to generations yet unborn who should one day inherit a world of sufficiency irrespective of the circumstances of their birth or where they reside on the globe. We must work to make that world a reality in recognition of our common heritage.

37. We must strive to eradicate poverty, hunger, disease and human misery; we must eliminate the scourge of nuclear, chemical, biological, as well as small arms and light weapons. We must dedicate ourselves to working together to address global, regional and national challenges and deliver a more peaceful, equitable and prosperous world for all. It is our duty. We must not fail.

38. I thank you.

- See more at: http://www.reubenabati.com.ng/ADDRESS-TO-THE-UN-GENERAL-ASSEMBLY.html#sthash.kqB2h1cF.dpuf

see www.twitter.com/labourpartyng to see the ongoing tweet engagement between the candidate of APGA and the Labour Party official account. He seems to answer yes to labour Partys' challenge asking him who knows him without googling him. to the question is this a 3rd term bid for Peter Obi.. he says he is a man to be identified with. Seems like a yes.
Anambra is getting interesting and I am monitoring the situation to the end.. though with a slight bias for the youth candidate. Your guess is as right as mine
The labour party has a new twitter handle @labourpartyng and these guys are tweeting quite like they want a debate.

Oya Let us argue!

mekaboy: Experienced entrepreneur indeed. Why has AMCON taken of the management of his company? Banks entrusted public funds in his hands, and he embezzled it and did not pay back. If he could be that reckless with a loan he took from a bank, what do u think he will do with state funds?

You don't get it. AMCON's take over was not as a result of Mismanagement. I thought you were aware of the recent Forbes listing, his assets outweigh is liabilities with the government delay in the payment of subsidy claims and the increasingly high interest of Bank Loans it is becoming difficult to run the company effectively. However his assets outweigh his liabilities..
And he is in court and has won the first round to reclaim his company which was seized Politically as Dangote and Others are in larger crisis. There is something like turn around in management and he is capable of doing that.. why wasnt he given time to.. at least he was still servicing his loans.. and why didn't world bank seize Nigeria beginning with your village.
Be enlightened mekaboy

mekaboy: How can an IGWE leave his palace and follow a small boy of yesterday to the campaign ground to castigate the current governor of the state . Does it sound real to u? Ask ur parents if it has ever happened in anambra state.

All an igwe can do is endorsement in his palace and not follow to the campaign to talk rubbish. This guy is a fraud, his past records have glaring evidence of recklessness, financial indiscipline and gross mismanagement.

I know must of you ifeanyi uba supporters are obsessed about the 2014 world cup promise. Most of you are already making plans to start drug trafficking in brazil when you get there.

I am sorry to burst ur bubbles, you are going nowhere because uba won't smell the government house.

The place is under renovation, if you don't like it then u know what to do.

It is really insulting that you will call Ifeanyi Ubah a small boy. Ifeanyi Ubah is an experienced entrepreneur. Well the truth is years of age does not equal years of experience if you finish school at 40 years and retire at 55 you have only got 15 years experience. However it is possible that you finish school at twenty five and retire at 45 with 20 years of experience. who is small? it is your ilk that says experience counts. How old are you sef?
Well you see the truth and try to subvert it. The igwe gave his endorsement and the monarchs, chiefs that rule the tribes came out openly and were televised. They cannot be fake and why is he trying to dethrone them? why the cajoling and car gifts my brother.
And someone was there and didnt see a tractor. I am sure it is being renovated for APGA grand rally. What a waste of funds with the pictures of bad schools in Anambra state all over the place.
Hiss...

mekaboy: Labour party should be banned from campaigning since they engage in unethical campaign practices. Impersonating traditional rulers.

Who knows who else they wld have impersonated. They might bring someone and claim it is Mekaboy, that I have endorsed ifeanyi ubah.

You are clearly not a democrat. Fake Monarchs? I don't think anyone will be prepared to put his political future on the line for such a risk. The rulers were shown on TV endorsing him, known by their people who have obviously being neglected by the about to be former governor with a party that seems to be fast fading away. See the candidates response here if you are not current..
Obi is even trying to dethrone them.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xoT7qSPF_GU&feature=youtu.be
Please don't say such again about democracy, how can people not campaign for votes.. you are the type that rigs elections or so to speak a civilian ruler. Let the people decide and give equal chance for them to discern the candidates, after all the square is for the people.
If your opponent is not a person enough then you should reevaluate your existence whether or if you are human at all.
I'm waiting for you, mekaboy!

I say no to Colonial rule of the Tinubus, Ondo is too sophisticated for that! We are in independence mood! If you don't believe in the puppet story, please ask sarah sosan and Mamora who was replaced for over performing on the floor of the senate for a Mrs. Remi Tinubu (sorry senator).

please share this thing..let those who are unaware know now before Yoruba starts canvassing for a Nation... I am not down with that One man, One Yoruba Nation thing, If you they know what Kwara experienced with them Sarakis, they will understand.. You can see what ACN stands for simply by hearing aregbesholas outburst at afenifere meeting here
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FIx10IoX8WY His fellow ACN governors had to even caution him not to expose the shameful agenda publicly, you can imagine him saying Dimeji Bankole is not yoruba because he is a PDP and there is no omoluabi in that party and all..Area boys turn leaders..i see why they are trying to use Fashola, Fayemi and Fa-shiomole to launder their image and cover their antics, we all clearly saw that fashola was opposed to the script in the last elections where they almost removed him, we also know that oshipomole entered as Governor on a joint LP/ACN ticket in his first term he had to attach with them because them ACN had funds to sponsor the elections..and the question is whose money is it? Market women supported IGR...and phony consultancies and concessions (Alpha beta)..what ACN state is not indebted now. Ogun, Lagos, Ekiti, Oyo..loans, I see they need an Oil/Bitumen producing state now..it wont work!

See a view of someone i found here too: Ondo is what is stopping them from beginning the war I think...they want to capitalize on our crude oil...well that aint possible...Once they occupy the western states, they wage war and split the nation...GOOD PEOPLE,PLS BE AWARE

let those who are unaware know now before Yoruba starts canvassing for a Nation... I am not down with that One man, One Yoruba Nation thing, If you they know what Kwara experienced with them Sarakis, they will understand.. You can see what ACN stands for simply by hearing aregbesholas outburst at afenifere meeting here
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FIx10IoX8WY His fellow ACN governors had to even caution him not to expose the shameful agenda publicly, you can imagine him saying Dimeji Bankole is not yoruba because he is a PDP and there is no omoluabi in that party and all..Area boys turn leaders..i see why they are trying to use Fashola, Fayemi and Fa-shiomole to launder their image and cover their antics, we all clearly saw that fashola was opposed to the script in the last elections where they almost removed him, we also know that oshipomole entered as Governor on a joint LP/ACN ticket in his first term he had to attach with them because them ACN had funds to sponsor the elections..and the question is whose money is it? Market women supported IGR...and phony consultancies and concessions (Alpha beta)..what ACN state is not indebted now. Ogun, Lagos, Ekiti, Oyo..loans, I see they need an Oil/Bitumen producing state now..it wont work!

@everyone I am not one who is quick to endorse, The pregnant woman can tell you better even those School aged Kids who have been given hope and empowered with Education. How about the young guys who have been outside the state and people refer to Ondo State as a village, archaic or crude state, am sure it has changed now. Ondo state has one of tge strongest brand image in the country and even the UN Habitat can't deny that..I wonder if the UN accepts bribes for awards...Let Him continue abeg and for any other reason I say no to Colonial rule of the Tinubus, Ondo is too sophisticated for that! We are in independence mood! If you don't believe in the puppet story, please ask sarah sosan and Mamora who was replaced for over performing on the floor of the senate for a Mrs. Remi Tinubu (sorry senator).

Lets have a laugh! I hope somebody starts a section on the Ondo Governorship elections for unbiased people. I have a bias though, a favorite is not a question..

Lets have a laugh! I hope somebody starts a section on the Ondo Governorship elections for unbiased people. I have a bias though, a favorite is not a question.. Tinubu is just not it for us, Please share this and ensure everyone gets it

Lets have a laugh! I hope somebody starts a section on the Ondo Governorship elections for unbiased people. I have a bias though, a favorite is not a question..

Lets have a laugh! I hope somebody starts a section on the Ondo Governorship elections for unbiased people. I have a bias though, a favorite is not a question..

Lets have a laugh! I hope somebody starts a section on the Ondo Governorship elections for unbiased people. I have a bias though, a favorite is not a question..