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Politics › Re: Soludo: Anambra Interim Response To Cushion The Effects Of Economic Challenges by festacman(m): 6:23pm On Aug 21, 2023

Many Obi-dients will struggle to make heaven because of this man. grin

Each time they see him, it is HATRED RENEWED. cheesy

Carry on my governor. cool

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Politics › Re: Shuaibu Audu Prostrates Before President Tinubu by festacman(m): 5:23pm On Aug 21, 2023*

President Tinubu rubbed shoulders with his Dad late Prince Abubakar Audu as fellow governors several years a go. The young man prostrating is his way to appreciate Tinubu in recognition of the relationship with his late father. He carefully thought about it and had it mind to surprise Tinubu and Iam sure being a Yoruba, Tinubu deeply appreciated that gesture with thoughts like "Dide omo dada!". grin

For those who believe this young man's appointment is merely based on favouritism:
Shuaibu Abubakar Audu attended University of Leicester in the United Kingdom where he earned a bachelor's degree in Business economics in 2001. He obtained a Masters in Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Oxford in 2013.

He is an investment banker and a Nigerian politician. Between 2013 — 2023, Shuaibu Audu worked in Lagos as an investment analyst with Stanbic IBTC. He also served as an executive director of the bank's assets management subsidiary. Audu served as chief executive officer of the Stanbic IBTC Investment for 10 years until his foray into politics.

He was a governorship candidate under APC.
Source: Wikipedia

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Foreign Affairs › Re: Niger, Mali, Burkina Faso, Guinea Beginning Of African Revolution — Dr Quao by festacman(m): 4:24pm On Aug 21, 2023

Naijaboy18:
So democracy is a problem to you now? What system do you propose instead? Monarchy which is based on ethnicity and kingship? Or military rule?

Democracy is a game of number. Democracy is never a perfect system. Being a system that upholds the view of the majority over minority, one of its downsides is that a popular madman could be elected into an office than a world acclaimed but unpopular development economist. Democracy is a popularity contest rather than competence test.

In view of the foregoing, I am saying that naturally a tribe or tribes with superior numerical strength in African countries largely determine who becomes the president. I am also saying that often such determination is not based on competence but affiliation based on the popularity of the candidate among that majority tribe or tribes. I am further positing that if Africans can rise above this tribal burden and evaluate and elect candidates based on competence and equally overlook tribal sentiment in rejecting non-performing leaders at the polls, the terrible economic situation of the countries improve tremendously.

Foreign Affairs › Re: Niger, Mali, Burkina Faso, Guinea Beginning Of African Revolution — Dr Quao by festacman(m): 11:58am On Aug 21, 2023*

Any revolution that is based on emotion and personality cult is bound to be worse than the system it replaced. It becomes worse if such revolution is driven by a military officer because he will become a dictator over time and will use state resources to do favours to associates and to convert his enemies to maintain his grip on power.

It worse becomes worst if such a military-driven revolution is in Africa where there is little or no precedence of visionary leadership. The fact is that the current military leaders in Niger, Burkina Faso, Mali and Guinea are simply power opportunists with zero vision and they haven't shown otherwise by how they go about like imperial leaders surrounded by forces and admired, as usual, by helpless gullible citizens. Those countries will end being illustrations of Orwellian classic "Animal farm".

Look, the real problem of Africa is ethnicity and protection of ethnic interests. We are tribal people and we have refused to grow above that. Democracy being a system of number has made the situation worse. This has led to emergence of wrong leaders and undermining of even the right leaders. For example South Sudan got independence and got trapped in inter-tribal contentions rather than develop the country they fought hard for. The last election in Nigeria brought up so much tribal sentiments and devalued the quality of the final electoral product.

The truth is that African countries can only become prosperous if they rise above tribal sentiments. It is only when they do this that they can see clearly and appreciate a presidential candidate who has vision and offers solid plan of action to develop the country. And when such elected leader fails, they will overlook tribal sentiment and search carefully for another using tribe-blind lens.

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Politics › Re: Nomination Brawl: El-rufai Shares Bob Marley’s Song About Betrayal. by festacman(m): 7:46pm On Aug 20, 2023

Nasir El Rufai should accept that lost out in a power play. He was a beneficiary of such powerplay in the past and a time was the ruthless head of the powerplay in Kaduna State APC, deciding who should be pushed out in the cold.

With his boys as current Governor of Kaduna and Speaker of HoR and his first son as member of HoR, El Rufai is not completely a loser unless the boys have switched loyalty as he did to VP Abubakar Atiku during Obasanjo's presidency.

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Politics › Re: I’ve Turned You To A Reggae Artiste - Shehu Sani Mocks El-Rufai by festacman(m): 5:53pm On Aug 20, 2023*

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Politics › Re: Beware The Coup Belt, Chief FemiFani-Kayode Warns! by festacman(m): 4:25pm On Aug 20, 2023*

The fact is that war is never a good thing. It should be the regrettable but inevitable last resort to resolving thorny issues.

The tragedy here is that FFK is sounding more and more like an outsider than somebody who campaigned for Tinubu. Having been overlooked, so far, in key appointments, it is like he is laying foundation for becoming an emergency social critic against the current government.

FFK the loquacious debauchee and glutton who haughtily fanned the embers of tribal war online during and after presidential elections has all of a sudden become a hater of war. What a change of heart. undecided

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Politics › Re: Ike Ekweremadu's Son, Lloyd Weds Tiffany, Peter Obi, Saraki, Others Attend by festacman(m): 9:27am On Aug 20, 2023

TWoods:
Why should the English people care?

I am not sure they care a hoot.

Politics › Re: Blue Economy: 5 Things To Know About Tinubu’s New Ministry by festacman(m): 9:27am On Aug 20, 2023

Codeye:
Did you even read?

Yes, I did.

Politics › Re: Blue Economy: 5 Things To Know About Tinubu’s New Ministry by festacman(m): 9:26am On Aug 20, 2023

Igboslayer:
Those that adopted it knows what they intended to achieve. I know revenue from this new ministry will bring about the necessary development for the country. This is not a paper weight ministry. This is part of the needed reform the country economy needs to be able to thrive.

Have you seen the plan on how to implement blue economy? If you have, please share.

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Politics › Re: Ike Ekweremadu's Son, Lloyd Weds Tiffany, Peter Obi, Saraki, Others Attend by festacman(m): 10:44pm On Aug 19, 2023

Gandrova:
Almighty God doesn't Grant His people nonsense. Ekweremadu's had the opportunity to build world class hospital but they choose to harvest an innocent boy kidney !

True.

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Politics › Re: Ike Ekweremadu's Son, Lloyd Weds Tiffany, Peter Obi, Saraki, Others Attend by festacman(m): 6:17pm On Aug 19, 2023

One thing I noticed is that the wedding took place in Nigeria. I don't think the Ekweremadus trust the English people anymore. grin

Another thing that I noticed is that Senator Ekeremadu and his wife have accepted their travails with philosophical calmness and therefore gave their blessing to their son to carry on with his wedding. May God give us the grace to accept the things we cannot change. Amen cool

Wishing the young couple, happy married life!

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Politics › Re: APC Leaders Laughing At Peter Obi After Using Him by festacman(m): 5:41pm On Aug 19, 2023

Offpointng:
2027?? What will now happen to the Mandate that was either stolen or lost?

It is up to the court. Whatever they say.

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Politics › Re: APC Leaders Laughing At Peter Obi After Using Him by festacman(m): 5:40pm On Aug 19, 2023

Ttalk:
How is Peter Obi making more friends when Obidients and his tribesmen are dishing out insults to anyone who holds a contrary view?

You rubbish all institutions of government, from the Police to INEC to the judiciary as if people working in those institutions are not Nigerians

Where will Obi get a vote in 2027? Not in other regions outside of SE

Most Nigerians people can distinguish Peter Obi from the Obi-dients. He has consistently shows that his life values are different from the 'mob' attitude of Obi-dients. Even the people around President Tinubu know that Peter Obi is a viable option for Nigerians.

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Politics › Re: APC Leaders Laughing At Peter Obi After Using Him by festacman(m): 3:51pm On Aug 19, 2023*

On the contrary, Peter Obi's invitation and attendance at this wedding promotes his political clout rather than diminish it. A couple of years ago this wouldn't have been possible. Interestingly, he looks a lot more comfortable among his Northern peers than he used to be 6 years when he ran with Atiku as VP. Of course, this means he is making more friends and building bridges. And for those who don't know, Peter Obi remains an a viable option for Nigeria in 2027 presidential elections depending on how Tinubu manage the current economic hardship.

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Politics › Re: Blue Economy: 5 Things To Know About Tinubu’s New Ministry by festacman(m): 3:32pm On Aug 19, 2023*

There is nothing wrong with the concept of Blue Economy. I mean apart from sounding romantic as to play tricks on your 'dirty mind' that it is about 'olosho economy', I believe it will diversify the economy if implemented intentionally and effectively.

But the million Naira question is: Is there actually a well-researched and articulated Blue Economy Development Plan in place or were the people who adopted the name merely fascinated by the term, blue economy?

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Politics › Re: Akpabio’s Six Most Embarrassing Public Comments by festacman(m): 2:44pm On Aug 19, 2023*

Godswill Akpabio is a megalomaniac suffering from delusions of grandeur. He is so full of himself and his ego that there no space for common sense anymore. He was made Senate President to make life easy for President Tinubu but he will struggle to last on the job because that position needs someone who is not given to buffoonery and 'anyhow' mentality.

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Family › Re: Sleeping Positions: Mom & Dad's,what's Your Experience? by festacman(m): 9:16am On Aug 19, 2023

MARKETfund:
That's the only part of Lagos I tend to know a bit well cos a couple of family leaves there.

Interestingly, I'll be in town this weekend for annual family get together.

I don't mind a meet and greet if it'll be convenient

That will mean blowing my cover. I prefer the current anonymity that NL offers.

Have a great family get together, though.

Family › Re: Sleeping Positions: Mom & Dad's,what's Your Experience? by festacman(m): 12:24am On Aug 19, 2023

MARKETfund:
Curiously, though, I wish to know, do you live in Festac?

It is just and fair that Festacman should live in Festac.

Family › Re: Sleeping Positions: Mom & Dad's,what's Your Experience? by festacman(m): 1:51am On Aug 18, 2023

MARKETfund:
Just seeing your comic side for the first time.

I do like your manner of expressions on burning issues in this forum.
Objective!

Christianity Etc › Re: I Am A Proud Ancestral Worshiper! by festacman(m): 10:18pm On Aug 17, 2023

correctguy101:
Blackman? Yes...

But Bloody? Mr man, the hell are you talking about, you see blood for my hand, you accuser,...

Goan sleep jhor .

Politics › Re: Drama As Emefiele Dodges Camera In Court (pics) by festacman(m): 9:51pm On Aug 17, 2023

patrickcollins:
He is treating this man like this because he is not from one of the major tribes, the man in Aviation did worse and so are others, well they can't jail him.but he is being taught a lesson so when ever he comes close to power again he will know that is transient.

I agree with you to an extent. That's part of awareness that he needed to have in his sojourn at CBN.

However, I must accept that perhaps this factor may have drove him to run to the Northern oligarchs for protection and support.

I just pray he would cheer up and take this travail calmly for the sake of his health.

Christianity Etc › Re: I Am A Proud Ancestral Worshiper! by festacman(m): 9:40pm On Aug 17, 2023

correctguy101:
Oh you mean the Spiritual Electromagnetic Forces? Abeg no make me laff.

Physics could be Spiritual too, you know...

That's what you think. Bloody Blackman. grin

Crime › Re: 36 Military Officers Killed In Niger State - DHQ by festacman(m): 4:38pm On Aug 17, 2023

Free2Fly:
You're a disgusting goat!

You'll forever respect terrorists and animals who massacre Nigerians at every opportunity they get??

Have you already forgot their "heroism" at Lekki in October 20, 2020??

May the souls of the innocent southerners they have wasted torment the hell out of you.

You're a disgusting skunk!

I'll forever respect Nigerian soldiers who defend Nigerians at every opportunity they get.

I will never forget their heroism at home and UN missions!

May the souls of our gallant troops and their supreme sacrifice torment the hell out of you for senselessly hating them

Crime › Re: 36 Military Officers Killed In Niger State - DHQ by festacman(m): 3:40pm On Aug 17, 2023

ehikwe22:
They don't protect anybody. They do it for the opportunity to intimidate people and also earn a living. Stop deceiving yourself. They're villains - especially Nigerian soldiers.

Soldiers the world over are just working for the elites and themselves and not the common man

I respect your opinion but I disagree with it.

Crime › Re: 36 Military Officers Killed In Niger State - DHQ by festacman(m): 2:58pm On Aug 17, 2023

So sad. May their souls rest in perfect peace. May God give the families and dependants left behind in sorrow and confusion the fortitude the bear the loss. May governmental, divine, human help come their ways.

I will forever respect a soldier wherever and whenever I see one. Willingly offering to pay supreme price to protect the lives of others is something that everyone must appreciate.

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Politics › Re: Drama As Emefiele Dodges Camera In Court (pics) by festacman(m): 2:57pm On Aug 17, 2023

geemd434:
Wetin Emeifele do ?

Wetin Emefiele no do?

Politics › Re: Drama As Emefiele Dodges Camera In Court (pics) by festacman(m): 2:37pm On Aug 17, 2023

FreeStuffsNG:
He was alleged to be funding the IPOB terrorist group that burnt down Lagos and made an attempt on the life of the current President, you did not add that to his sins.

I am neither the recorder of sins nor the accuser of brethren. I just tried to capture the summary what brought Emefiele to where is now.

Politics › Re: Drama At Abuja Court As Emefiele Collapse, DSS Operatives Smuggle Him Out (video by festacman(m): 2:04pm On Aug 17, 2023

sad

Family › Re: Sleeping Positions: Mom & Dad's,what's Your Experience? by festacman(m): 1:16pm On Aug 17, 2023*

That baby might end up a deliverance minister laying hands or a goalkeeper frustrating attackers. Just guessing... grin

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Politics › Re: Drama As Emefiele Dodges Camera In Court (pics) by festacman(m): 11:49am On Aug 17, 2023*

Godwin Emefiele trusted mortals in power and forgot that power is, in fact, ephemeral. He trusted human beings and forgot that humans are fickle and non-dependable.

He trusted Buhari as president. He visited him at short notice at the Villa and in Daura. They did 'high five' and posed for pictures smiling like playground mates. Emefiele didn't mind stepping on people's back to make Buhari happy. Targeting the hawks that Buhari despised, he changed the colours of Naira notes but the new notes are nowhere to be seen. When the Finance Minister kicked, Buhari defended him. He made banks broke the agelong culture of customers getting back their money on demand. Innocent people suffered and businesses floundered. Unfortunately, the same Buhari whom he loved to impress didn't seem to stand up for him when 'the shylock' came calling for a pound of his flesh.

Emefiele kowtowed before Northern oligarchs as though his life depended on that. Yes, they made sure his job was secured and it was but he served them like a slave. He flouted regulations and conventions to be in their good book. Unfortunately, the same oligarchs took cover in protection of their interests when the hawk came for the chick.

Worthy of note is that Emefiele refused to wise up when Buhari didn't stop DSS from attempting to arrest him when he was the president. That was a red flag that foretold his current situation but he refused to take notice. Perhaps he was too power-intoxicated or may be he was simply trapped in the corridors of power.

Used and dumped like a piece of trash at a lonely crossroad and with the people treating him like a smelly leper, Emefiele is surrounded by 'hyenas' warming up to devour him like a piece of soft flesh. Looking pale and hopeless, only God can save him from drowning in sorrows of being disappointed by the humans he trusted.

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