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michlins:You should be more worried that Tinubu's APC government is now being described as a corrupt government. That is not coming from ordinary Nigerians. It is a reputation this administration has earned for itself. Imagine how much credibility Nigeria has lost because of the actions of those in power. Don't worry about ordinary Nigerians. We are already experiencing shege pro max under this government. The real question is, why would any government choose to enrich a privileged few instead of using our common wealth to improve the lives of millions of Nigerians? Enough of the excuses. Nigerians deserve a government that serves the people, not one that keeps making life harder while those in power keep getting richer. A new Nigeria is POssible. |
jogojogo:You wrote all that and still think it makes sense? A foreign government has publicly described Tinubu's administration as "corrupt" and is withholding aid to pressure it into upholding its constitutional duty to protect the lives and guarantee the security of Nigerians. Yet your only takeaway is that Tinubu has nothing to lose? That says more about your reasoning than it does about the situation. |
Praktikals1000:Brother, its not about winning. I just want a Nigeria that actually works for everyone. If we're being honest, after everything we've experienced as a country, don't you think it's time we tried something different? We can't keep doing the same thing over and over and expect a different outcome. Peter Obi isn't perfect. But from what we've seen, he comes across as a better option than what we currently have. At the very least, he has consistently talked about accountability, prudent management, and putting the country first. What I find even more interesting is how the entire political establishment seems determined to stop him. When so much energy is spent attacking one man, it makes you wonder why. There must be something about him they see as a real threat to the way things have always been done. In the end, this shouldn't be about Peter Obi, Tinubu, Atiku, or any individual. It should be about giving Nigeria a real chance to work. That's all many of us are asking for. |
Praktikals1000:Stop spreading falsehoods simply because you dislike Peter Obi. Stick to the facts and get your information right. Funny how you never asked whether the other presidential aspirants reacted. It's always Peter Obi. The obsession is glaring, and it's becoming embarrassing. If you're going to criticize him, at least do it with facts instead of misinformation. https://tribuneonlineng.com/peter-obi-reacts-to-rescue-of-abducted-oyo-schoolchildren-teachers/
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Ttalk:Are you saying Governor Makinde is an Obidient??
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He who has nothing to hide has nothing to fear. If the Governor suspects foul play or government collusion, he is well within his rights to call for an independent investigation. The APC-led government should allow a truly independent probe by a neutral and credible body. If there is nothing to conceal, such an investigation should only strengthen public confidence. What I find curious is the President's spokesman's apparent unease. On closer examination, his response gives the impression of resistance to an independent probe. That raises more questions than it answers. |
Kemetian:The poster did not mention names but you were compelled to respond because deep down you know Tinubu is corruption personified. Chai.
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The usual suspects... Same template... Nigeria must be great in my lifetime and a new Nigeria is POssible. |
Olofofo247ng:We are incredibly fortunate to have a man like Peter Obi at a time like this in Nigeria. He embodies the integrity, competence, humility, and vision that define true leadership. While many seek power for personal gain, he continues to inspire hope through character, accountability, and service. Leaders like him are rare, and nations are transformed when such qualities are valued over politics as usual. |
The Obi's effect in action. |
CharlesCNG:This is selective outrage disguised as a defence of decency. Yes, some Obidients abused Pastor Adeboye, and they were wrong. But let's not pretend abuse is unique to Obidients. Tinubu supporters and data boys have viciously attacked clerics, journalists, critics,ex president Jonathan/his dear wife and even Peter Obi. Also, criticising Adeboye's comments is not the same as abusing him. You're deliberately conflating the two to shield his statement from scrutiny. |
Image123:That's a weak deflection. Whether someone supports Peter Obi or not has nothing to do with the substance of the argument. The issue is whether Pastor Adeboye has applied the same level of public pressure to this administration as he did to previous ones. If he has consistently asked every government to do better with the same urgency and intensity, then fine. But if his tone becomes noticeably softer when the government is led by someone he is perceived to be close to, people are entitled to question that. Dragging Peter Obi into every criticism of Tinubu or Adeboye is simply a way of avoiding the real conversation. As for calling Obi a "fraud runaway candidate," that's just political name-calling. It doesn't answer the criticism. If your defence of Adeboye depends on attacking another politician instead of addressing the point being raised, then you've already conceded the argument. |
The issue is not that Pastor Adeboye expressed an opinion. The issue is that many Nigerians remember a time when he was far more vocal about the failures of previous governments. That is why his recent comments have attracted scrutiny. You cannot build a reputation for speaking truth to power and then appear to lower the standard when your preferred leader is in office. Consistency is the foundation of moral authority. When previous administrations struggled with insecurity, corruption, fuel scarcity, or economic hardship, Pastor Adeboye did not hesitate to call for urgent action and national repentance. Today, insecurity has become even more widespread, kidnappings have reached communities once considered safe, millions are battling unprecedented economic hardship, yet his public criticism appears noticeably restrained. Nigerians have every right to ask why. Saying that the President only needs to give orders ignores the very essence of leadership. A Commander in Chief is not judged by the orders he gives but by the outcomes those orders produce. If insecurity continues to worsen, then leadership must be held accountable. That principle applied under previous governments and it must apply now. It is ironic that some people who once applauded Adeboye for challenging those in power are now asking Nigerians not to question him. Respect for a pastor does not require silence in the face of apparent double standards. Public figures who comment on national issues should expect their past statements to be measured against their present ones. Reducing every criticism to "Obidients are attacking him" is also misleading. Many of those questioning Pastor Adeboye are not doing so because of Peter Obi. They are doing so because they expect consistency from someone who has long been regarded as a moral voice in Nigeria. This is not about tribe. It is not about religion. It is about credibility. If the standards used to judge former presidents are abandoned when the current president is involved, then people are justified in pointing out the inconsistency. Nobody is above criticism, whether politician or pastor. The same courage required to speak against yesterday's government should exist today. Otherwise, people will inevitably conclude that the message changes depending on who occupies Aso Rock. That is the real issue. Not ethnicity. Not political affiliation. Consistency. |
He didn’t loose nothing. It's all drawdown/ retracement to gather even more momentum to go higher. |
NwaliE01:Ignore these lots they get paid to lambast our incoming President Obi. |
The judiciary is expected to remain independent and free from influence by the executive. The concern is not necessarily that judges will change their rulings, but that the public may perceive them as being indebted to the government that provided valuable benefits. This creates what governance experts call a conflict of interest risk or appearance of bias. 1. Reduced Public Trust in the Courts If citizens believe judges are receiving substantial benefits from politicians, they may question whether court decisions are truly impartial. Example: If a case involving the Federal Government comes before a judge living in a government-provided house, some members of the public may suspect favoritism, regardless of the actual facts. 2. Perception of Executive Influence Even where no improper influence exists, the perception alone can weaken confidence in the rule of law. In constitutional democracies, judicial independence must not only exist. it must also be seen to exist. 3. Increased Political Tension Opposition parties may use the issue to challenge controversial court judgments, claiming the judiciary has been compromised. This can deepen political polarization and reduce acceptance of court rulings. |
Counterigbolies:Stop gaslighting. If you’re claiming these things were “debunked,” then provide proof : videos, credible links, or the exact Arise TV interview where Peter Obi allegedly addressed and refuted them. Don’t just push narratives without evidence. |
Counterigbolies:Nice. Please share your proof and sources for the debunking, if you donot then be forever silent. I am waiting.Thank you |
Counterigbolies:A simple research will stop all this silly rambling. A lot of people argue about Peter Obi online, but whether you support him or not, these are some of the achievements often credited to him during his time as Governor of Anambra State (2006–2014): 1. Left office with billions in savings and investments reportedly worth over ₦70bn + foreign reserves 2. Reduced Anambra’s debt profile significantly 3. Introduced Sub-Sovereign Wealth savings — reportedly first of its kind in Sub-Saharan Africa 4. Returned schools to missions/churches to improve standards 5. Anambra became one of the top-performing states in WAEC/NECO 6. Distributed thousands of laptops and printers to schools. 7. Provided internet access and Microsoft Academies to hundreds of schools 8. Supplied over 700 school buses 9. Improved security and reduced kidnapping through joint security operations 10. Supplied patrol/security vehicles to communities and vigilante groups 11. Built and rehabilitated roads across the state Cleared salary and pension arrears 12. Improved healthcare infrastructure and nursing institutions 13. Won Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation recognition for immunization performance 14. Built maternal and child healthcare centres Established Kenneth Dike Memorial Digital Library in Awka 15. Supported development of Anambra State University and other institutions 16. Created urban masterplans for Awka, Onitsha and Nnewi with UN-HABITAT support 17. Maintained a reputation for prudent spending and accountability 18. Left office without major corruption convictions or EFCC prosecution 19. Left office without a pension or a single property from the state. Sources: - Wikipedia (Anambra State & Peter Obi pages) - A New Nigeria (Peter Obi profile) - Contents101 - BlackGeeks Nigeria - 365Daily |
Counterigbolies:A simple research will stop all this silly rambling. A lot of people argue about Peter Obi online, but whether you support him or not, these are some of the achievements often credited to him during his time as Governor of Anambra State (2006–2014): 1. Left office with billions in savings and investments reportedly worth over ₦70bn + foreign reserves 2. Reduced Anambra’s debt profile significantly 3. Introduced Sub-Sovereign Wealth savings — reportedly first of its kind in Sub-Saharan Africa 4. Returned schools to missions/churches to improve standards 5. Anambra became one of the top-performing states in WAEC/NECO 6. Distributed thousands of laptops and printers to schools. 7. Provided internet access and Microsoft Academies to hundreds of schools 8. Supplied over 700 school buses 9. Improved security and reduced kidnapping through joint security operations 10. Supplied patrol/security vehicles to communities and vigilante groups 11. Built and rehabilitated roads across the state Cleared salary and pension arrears 12. Improved healthcare infrastructure and nursing institutions 13. Won Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation recognition for immunization performance 14. Built maternal and child healthcare centres Established Kenneth Dike Memorial Digital Library in Awka 15. Supported development of Anambra State University and other institutions 16. Created urban masterplans for Awka, Onitsha and Nnewi with UN-HABITAT support 17. Maintained a reputation for prudent spending and accountability 18. Left office without major corruption convictions or EFCC prosecution 19. Left office without a pension or property from the state. Sources: - Wikipedia (Anambra State & Peter Obi pages) - A New Nigeria (Peter Obi profile) - Contents101 - BlackGeeks Nigeria - 365Daily |
Tjra:Are you truly better off and satisfied with the current state of Nigeria? If your answer is yes, then by all means, vote for Timlubu? |
Deep down, even the ruling class knows that Peter Obi carries the kind of vision that can move Nigeria forward. The question is are we ready for that level of change? |
nairavsdollars:This picture of Timlubu is so funny. Okon okpon ibot isip |
This is embarrassingly low for a government. A dairy factory? Seriously? Ordinary Nigerians, our own people are out here building world-class refineries and real industries despite the odds. Meanwhile, this government is celebrating an MOU like it’s some groundbreaking achievement. It’s just optics, nothing more. Honestly, it’s disappointing. This kind of mediocrity is exactly why the country’s reputation keeps taking hits. Instead of chasing headlines, fix electricity, fix infrastructure, create an enabling environment and watch Nigerians build far bigger and better things on their own. |
"This is the first time in Nigerian history that any government would be running three budgets at the same time while implementing none.” My people, this is part of why the hardship across the country feels so overwhelming. Instead of focusing on effective budget execution and delivering basic services, the conversation often seems to shift toward finding new ways to tax already burdened citizens or 2027 elections. This alone is enough reason to boot this incompetent government out of office. One has to ask: why do we continue to allow the worst among us to rise to positions of leadership?” |
helinues:Your degree of insensitivity is really surprising but not out place as this is how APC supporters reason. Just imagine for a second Seyi Tinubu was among those kidnapped, do you think the President will still proceed to attend this event. My guess is as good as yours, he will not. He will mobilise the entire nations security architecture to ensure he is rescued. We truly need leaders who feel the masses pain. A new Nigeria is POssible.k |
OldSkoolHeadBoy:This argument sounds technical, but it collapses under scrutiny. First, no serious advocate of electronic transmission has ever claimed INEC needs a dedicated nationwide internet backbone or Starlink at every polling unit (The Senate president claimed only 9 states donot have network for connectivity)! Electronic transmission is hybrid by design, not absolute. The law can mandate immediate electronic upload where connectivity exists, and offline capture with delayed sync where it doesn’t. This is exactly how BVAS already works today. Second, INEC already transmits data electronically. Accreditation data is uploaded from polling units using existing telecom networks. If those same networks are “too unreliable” for results, then by that logic they are also too unreliable for accreditation, yet the Senate had no problem approving BVAS. You cannot logically accept electronic accreditation and reject electronic results using the same infrastructure. Third, the cost argument is misleading. No one is proposing one-day technology. Devices used for transmission (BVAS, tablets, modems) are reusable assets for: off-cycle elections, reruns, by-elections, continuous voter registration internal audits and training. Calling this “one day every four years” is either uninformed or disingenuous. Fourth, and this is very critical—delaying transmission for up to 72 hours defeats the entire purpose. Elections are not lost at polling units; they are lost during collation. Once results leave the polling unit without a public, time-stamped electronic record, you reopen the exact manipulation window Nigerians are trying to close. A process that allows results to “travel” for days before public verification is not a safeguard; it’s a vulnerability. Fifth, leaving electronic transmission purely to INEC’s discretion is not neutrality. it is abdication! Electoral credibility in a low-trust environment cannot depend on goodwill. Democracies entrench minimum standards in law precisely because institutions are run by humans, not angels. The constitution already prescribes voting age, tenure, and timelines. why should result transparency be the exception? Finally, the global trend from India to Brazil to Ghana, is legal backing for technology-assisted transparency, not vague administrative promises. Nigeria’s problem has never been technological incapacity; it has been process opacity. |
This is just intellectual laziness. A simple research will show that Elon Musk's starlink satelite services and others are able to provide a stable Internet connection even in the most remote locations. Well Nigerians pay you lots to bring solutions so you better justify your jombo salaries. Electronic transmission is hybrid by design, not absolute. The law can mandate immediate electronic upload where connectivity exists, and offline capture with delayed sync and time stamps where it doesn’t. This is exactly how BVAS already works today. INEC already transmits data electronically. Accreditation data is uploaded from polling units using existing telecom networks. If those same networks are “too unreliable” for results, then by that logic they are also too unreliable for accreditation, yet the Senate had no problem approving BVAS. You cannot logically accept electronic accreditation and reject electronic results using the same infrastructure. |
The news of President Tinubu’s fall in Turkey is genuinely concerning. Wishing him a swift and full recovery. That said, this incident again highlights an important national conversation: leadership of over 200 million Nigerians demands strength, stamina, and full capacity. Old age is a privilege, but the responsibility of office remains heavy and unforgiving. Nigeria deserves leadership that is healthy, capable, and fully fit for the task. A new Nigeria is POssible |
illicit:Sai dah..........Where is EKPEITUT to save the day! ![]() |
What are you trying to sell? Go straight to the point. stop baiting people. |
Interesting times. It has begun. |
