Racoon: Nice suggestions or political solution there my brother. However, if the Nigerian constitution is truly reflective and inclusive, then the SE ought not to be fighting for any national political relevance given it contribution in the politico-military history of Nigeria.
The problem is that the feudal power lords who think that Nigeria is their fiefdom that must not be shared with anyone except themselves but ended up bastardizing it with worsening levels of abysmal leadership from the post - colonial and 1966 Nigeria.
Now let the Igbo man try his hand they said no. Let see where all these shenanigans leads this contraption of Lord Lugard.
Nobody get power easily. The victim mentality he talk about is what you are still saying now. In 2023, most of you igbos were not properly guided politically cos you were attacking others with insults and even bully because they didn't share your view. You guys must know that you can't keep insulting different tribes and still want them to support you people for president. You keep burning bridges. The guy above has state the fact. You igbos attack APC when it was formed and called them names. Like aboki party and any Yoruba and south south with even the likes of Ngige and okorocha was abused by you people. To show much hatred for APC, Ngige lost Senate even when he was a good governor. APC then, already pick Ngige to be the next Senate president if they win because of the power sharing formula. How do you think others will now support anyone now when you people hasn't show remorse.
LagosOrigin: So I was on the same flight with my hero and the next president of Nigeria, Mr Peter Obi today and it feels so good meeting one on one with my hero, the man that God has sent to liberate this country for good.
I'm so happy .
Nlfpmod
A man who couldn't liberate small anambra state as governor. He do much increased the poverty level. He will never become president of Nigeria but maybe Biafra
Meanwhile, that video should be sent to embassies around the world so that they can stop a potential airplane hijacker from traveling to their countries. This could save lives. Once an airplane hijacker…..complete the rest
also the ugly phone call by the gbajue should also sent to embassies of a religious tribal bigot who and his tribe were desperate to produce president of Nigeria.
OLADD: Well, I am not a fan of Reno but please stick to the substance of his assertions. Has Obi apologized for, or owned up to the issues raised by Reno? Compare the implications of that infamous religious phone conversations with the action of K1 at the airport , which one constituted more national risk?
leave the nusiance. His infamous religious war phone call made him to score less than 100k votes in ten core Northern state and his delusional blind supporters were shouting rigging. Even with his one term begging, the north are still not supporting him.
bluebay: Still wondering how daft this writer is to compare K1 to Peter obi. Are they of any level at all ?
You are talking rubbish. So because obi was a former governor and a failed presidential candidate, you now think is so high. KI has also touched alot of people with his music and he is among the best in the field. He perform all over the world. He is an icon.
Lifestone: i learnt its been awarded already. the 8years rule on Buhari is a waste
There is work going on currently. I can't blame late buhari cos Jonathan a son of the soil was too foolish not to fix roads in south south. Edo state produce two federal minister and one state minister of works under Obj and Jonathan but couldn't fix any federal roads in Edo state. Foolish set up people. APC has done far better than pdp in terms of infrastructure. Obasanjo didn't fix upto five roads in eight years and even the ota road leading to his university and farm and to Abeokuta was in shambles under is watch. Jonathan couldn't fix the very important east west road in five years as president. Tinubu has been addressing many roads across all region.
jchioma: Charly boy use to be a likeable fellow but perhaps age and other factors has begun to affect his opinion and behavior. I expected someone of his status to speak with certain level of verifiable data and decorum. 70 years old man!
It is not about old age but a deliberate act which is very common among his people. They are known for fake news and they also live on propaganda.
DMerciful: On Peter Obi's rock will the new Nigeria be built and the gates of criminality shall not prevail against him
failed project. So El rufai you igbos call all manners of name before, is now you people beautiful bride. The level of desperation for ndigbo to produce president is alarming.
1nice: Tinubu is too greedy for power and the way tinubu will be disgrace out of the presidency before 2027 will shock everyone around the world; either he is impeached before 2027 or arrested by United State Of America who will issue warrant for his arrest over drug trafficking anywhere in the world or tinubu will voluntary resign as president of Nigeria before 2027.
God will humble Bola tinubu the same way King Nebuchadnezzar of Babylon was humbled by God after a period of excessive pride. Tinubu think he is god and nobody can remove him from power.
21lucky: As Nigeria approaches the 2027 general elections, political leaders and influential figures from the South-East have made it clear that they will do everything within the democratic framework to prevent Bola Tinubu from securing a second term as president.
Speaking at a recent political summit in Enugu, prominent Igbo politicians and stakeholders from the APC, PDP, and other parties vowed to unify the South-East and allied regions to stop Tinubu’s bid, arguing that it is the “right time” for the South-East to produce the next president.
“Our people have waited long enough. The presidency has rotated between the North and the South-West; now, the South-East must take its rightful place at the helm of Nigeria’s leadership,” said a senior Igbo political leader.
The summit resolved to launch vigorous voter education campaigns, grassroots mobilization, and strategic political alliances to ensure that Tinubu’s bid is decisively defeated.
Several Igbo youth groups have also pledged to support this movement by engaging in peaceful protests, advocacy, and active participation in the electoral process to guarantee that the voice of the South-East is heard loud and clear in 2027.
The message from the South-East is unequivocal: Bola Tinubu will not win the 2027 presidential election because the time has come for equity, fairness, and the Nigerian nation’s true unity.
nzogbu nzogbu guys have started again. They are openly against Tinubu that has the better chance of winning in 2027. Igbos realistic time is 2039 and they will have to genuinely start building the bridge now or they should support Atiku massively and pray he work out and then they can be president before 2039 cos any lost of Atiku then na sorry case. Politics is not about emotion.
ayusco85: How else can they make it without government favour? How did you think Dangote rose to where he is today? They lobby every government for favourable policies that will benefit them first not the masses.
Even authur Eze too and most others made it through drugs and yahoo. The real Nigeria billionaires and multi millionaire are less than one precent.
*Governor Umo Eno Named “Governor of the Year 2025” by Nigerian Governors’ Forum*
🎈Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Bassey Eno,, has been honoured with the Governor of the Year 2025 award by the Nigerian Governors’ Forum (NGF), in recognition of his exemplary leadership, transparency, and transformative achievements under the ARISE Agenda.
The honour was formally bestowed on the Governor during the public unveiling of the Socio-Economic Impact Assessment of the ARISE Agenda in Two Years, held at the Banquet Hall, Government House, Uyo.
🎈Delivering the Forum’s message, Professor Abba Gambo, who represented the NGF Director-General, Alhaji Abdullateef Shittu, commended Governor Eno for his unique leadership style, which has elevated Akwa Ibom State to the top of performance charts in governance, fiscal prudence, and development delivery.
“In a State-by-State comparative analysis, Akwa Ibom came out top,” he declared. “It is therefore with great pleasure that the Nigerian Governors’ Forum presents this award to His Excellency, Pastor Umo Eno, as the Governor of the Year 2025.”
🎈The Forum praised the Governor for achieving an impressive catalogue of completed and ongoing projects across sectors, without resorting to bank loans or external borrowing, an uncommon feat in Nigeria’s current economic climate.
🎈Governor Eno, in his response, dedicated the award to the people of Akwa Ibom State, reaffirming that his administration remains committed to people-focused and transparent governance. He thanked the NGF for the honour and emphasized that the success of his administration was built on prudent resource management, institutional reforms, and a clear developmental roadmap driven by the ARISE Agenda.
“This recognition is both humbling and encouraging,” the Governor said. “We will continue to use the resources of Akwa Ibom State to work for Akwa Ibom people—building infrastructure, empowering communities, and shaping a more prosperous future.”
🎈The award presentation was one of the highpoints of the well-attended event, which featured policy reviews, expert commentaries, and sectoral presentations on the State’s developmental progress over the past two years.
🎈Present at the occasion were top Federal Government officials, Ministers , national economic experts, development partners, civil society stakeholders, and media practitioners, all of whom commended Governor Eno’s administration for opening its records to public scrutiny and data-based evaluation.
🎈The recognition by the Nigerian Governors’ Forum further cements Governor Umo Eno’s rising profile as one of the most forward-thinking, fiscally responsible, and people-oriented leaders in the country today.
Bitter people will be hyping Otti. I have watched many of his projects. Remember that governor forum comprises of all 36 state governors. They will say Akwa ibom is very rich but they forgot that David Umahi did marvelously better than obi with higher money recieved.
amoreobansu: Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, is facing a difficult battle to maintain political influence within the African Democratic Congress (ADC)-led opposition coalition, as loyalists of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar tighten their grip on the party’s structures ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Multiple sources within the coalition say Atiku’s allies have been quietly consolidating control since the alliance was formed.
These allies reportedly leveraged early entry into the ADC and substantial financial resources to outpace rival factions.
A senior member familiar with the developments said Atiku’s faction has seized control of the coalition.
“Over 70 per cent of the entire structure of the ADC has already been taken over by Atiku’s camp, largely because they joined the party early and have more resources.
“Members of key organs of the party, the NWC, Board of Trustees, state chapters, and others that will play a critical role in determining who becomes the party’s candidate in the next election are largely loyal to Atiku.
“In fact, in some states where the chairmen have refused to cooperate with Atiku’s group, there are ongoing efforts to forcefully implement leadership changes. These moves are aimed at ensuring that party decisions favour Atiku.
“As far as the ADC is concerned, Atiku is in charge, and many of his loyalists have taken over the structure ahead of his declaration or directive, as the case may be. Though Obi is still part of the coalition, he is struggling to catch up with Atiku’s moves.”
Another insider claimed that funding was key to the takeover.
“From day one of the coalition, Atiku’s camp was ahead in the game. In fact, they made a huge amount of dollars available to persuade some ADC members to step aside and make way for the coalition leaders.
“So, it’s not surprising. That was the plan, and that is exactly what’s happening, they’ve taken over the structure. Atiku wouldn’t spend such massive resources and then fold his arms. Beyond the money, many of his loyalists and even strategists have joined the ADC. He’s clearly doing this for himself.
“If Atiku is not contesting — but I believe he will — he will still determine whatever happens within the ADC coalition. So, while Obi, Amaechi, and others are part of the ADC, they appear to be working for Atiku, directly or indirectly.
“Look at the Mark-led NWC, Obi only nominated the National Organising Secretary in the National Working Committee out of over 25 members of the NWC.”
The growing dominance of Atiku’s loyalists has unsettled Obi’s support base, particularly the Obidient Movement, which has accused the ADC leadership of sidelining them from key decision-making.
In a memo dated July 29, 2025, and signed by National Coordinator Tanko Yunusa, the group alleged, “Our people are deliberately excluded at all levels… This creates an impression of marginalisation and undermines trust, which is essential for building a sustainable partnership.”
Speaking on the matter, Yunusa, however, insisted Obi was not being edged out, saying, “Obi is not struggling for relevance… these are works in progress… His Excellency Peter Obi has said that he’s joining the coalition for the 2027 general election. At the moment, he’s made it clear that he’s a member of the Labour Party. So, when that time comes, he will take his decision.”
Commenting on the development, the ADC said Atiku has not taken control of it’s ADC structures.
The ADC interim National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdulahi assured that all aspirants would be given a level playing field in the buildup to the 2027 election.
He stated, “All stakeholders are carried along in the ADC activities. The party is not loyal to anybody and has not been taken over by anyone. The National Organizing Secretary was nominated by Peter Obi. This is the most powerful party position. So, every stakeholder is carried along.
“So, the structure of ADC, from the NWC to other structures, does not belong to Atiku or anyone. We are working alongside all our stakeholders equally to unseat President Tinubu in 2027.
“The ADC as a coalition platform is beyond 2027. We are united to rescue Nigerians from Tinubu’s APC and bring about good governance. So no division anywhere.
“There’s nothing to manage in their (Atiku, Obi and Amaechi) ambitions. Everybody has the right to express their interest in any of those. But for us, at the level we are, we are not having that conversation at all.
“The only thing we can say is that we are going to provide a level playing field for everybody who has an ambition to pursue.
We don’t have any preferred candidates or aspirants. We are going to ensure that we deliver transparently. So, there’s nothing to manage.
“As long as the system is clear to everyone, we are sure that’s the best possible guarantee that we are able to hold everything together.”
obi and his igbo dominated obidients should know by now that he has no real stake in the so called coalition. Atiku has over 70% of his men already in ADC. Atiku don't even need to spend dollars cos it will be the easiest primary for him. Who are obi men over there. When they keep playing nzogbu nzogbu politics, this are the results. Power is not gotten freely. Obi should have take advantage of the popularity he got in 2023, even thou it was through propaganda and be the one to spearhead the coalition but he decides to be serving rice and donating for the camera and Atiku took the chances and called for coalition against Tinubu. Now obi is now begging for one term, what a miscalculation because he don't want to spend in a Worthy cause but want free ticket. Those eye service donations should have been channeled to spearheading a coalition and later he can still share money for his political gain. Atiku has already gotten ADC to his arm and he is not willing to step down for anyone cos at 78 and 80 in 2027, that he is last chance.
givedemwotowoto: The level of corruption in Nigeria now, it has never been seen anytime in Nigeria’s history.
keep crying. Very bitter people who don't have anything to offer. Your brother the tribal and religious bigot also stole his state money as governor and now he is jumping from one point to another on a failed project sharing money. What he didn't do before but because of presidency that is already lost on his side. Jonathan is coming to end is political future.
DaInferno: I hope he never returns. This bullshit shouldn't fly in the first place if we all remeber how thieving this country was when during this mams tenure. That we've had bad times in this country doesn't mean we should forget those who where the root cause of where we are today. Tinubu, Buhari have been very deplorable, but it doesn't mean Jonathan is the Messiah we need right now. Before I forget, Neither is Atiku
You people are so scared that obi will fade away when Jonathan participate. Jonathan is still better than obi and he will easily get votes in the north which obi can't penetrate. Those Christian votes obi scored in the north out of fear of Muslim Muslim ticket of APC has gone. Since the news, igbos has been crying and attacking Jonathan in Facebook and Twitter. They are tribalistic too but always pretend but they will be exposed soonest. Imagine igbos saying the voted for Obasanjo a Yoruba, was he their choice in 1999. They just voted pdp ever since but pullout in 2023 when they couldn't get the ticket. Most all the major tribe in Nigeria are tribalistic, so nobody should act as saint.
helinues: But there have been campaign posters of Atiku and Peter Obi as well.
You could have started your message from there.
The ADC is so confused. You started politicking to unsit Tinubu and he now outsmart them by getting heavyweight politicians to his camp and they are crying. Imagine a coalition of no single governor. The main actors are not even bold to join officially. Only a delusional foolish people will think the ADC can repeat the 2014 stunt. Pdp lost five sitting governors, a former vice president and host of national and state lawmakers to the APC with a formidable and very popular politician from the north, late buhari and the most strategic politician in Nigeria, Tinubu. Even the governor of Atiku state has fall out with him. Obi can't even convince Otti to join ADC.
9japride: It's funny how some humans behave. Is it not an act of mischief for anyone to think of GEJ coming back? Was it not the arrogance attitude of those close to GEJ that made him to lose election? Anyone proposing GEJ is just trying to divide the vote of Peter Obi. I pity any youth that will listen to them. They should ask themselves, want have they benefited from those career politicians? Everything is just all about playing the game of politics with nothing to show for.
You just want your tribe to be president at all cost. If Jonathan publicly announce his participation, obi will fade away politically. Only igbo vote is guaranteed for him and he will not take him to anywhere. Currently the north is not even considering him with his one term begging. The north will be a battle field for Tinubu and Jonathan and any of them will win for sure. The Jonathan you people used to praise is now a career politician and obi who has been jumping from one party to another is a saint. You better know that obi will never become president and the only golden chance for igbo presidency is in 2039 and you all must still work hard for it. 2027 is already gone out of obi. Politics is not by nzogbu nzogbu that most of you played.
Streetinvestor2: You must contest for president under pdp.The pdp has zone it to south as you wanted. Someone that can not even be voted by his family members
just because he didn't support the tribal and religious bigot in 2023 is the attack from you guys. You people contributed to his now audacity to do anyhow because when he was doing it to Ameachi and buhari, you were ok by it because you see them as enemies.
The buccaneer is saying he won’t leave for buccaneers.
Foolish drinkard who has forgotten that life is fickle and power, transient.
You use to be his biggest supporter even when he exhibited worser manner before but you and your crew suddenly hate him because he didn't support Obi. When he was attacking late former president buhari and Ameachi, you all were okay by it. He will keep pressing you guys neck.
El rufai has since left you guys and tinubu to chop APC you failures in that APC still won't let him be ..
El rufai is now with his political mentor Alhaji atiku abubakar and his Excellency Mr Peter Obi and his Excellency ogbeni Rauf aregbesola and his Excellency, senator David Mark in ADC.
El rufai has gone to where he would be loved and respected and that place is ADC.
normally as an igbo who nzogbu nzogbu politics has eaten deep can't understand. Hope you saw the heavyweight that decamped from pdp to apc in Kaduna, including a for er vice president. Continue cos I know when Atiku claim his property the ADC ticket, you and your bitter people will remind nigerians how Atiku is thief and a structure of criminality the fake messaih obi promised to dismantle. Obi will never rule the country cos he has nothing to offer. Very empty man who you guys insulted as governor back then.
cr7lomo: Tinubu did so to score cheap points while his wife championed it as a feminist that she is... never in history has anyone been gifted much.... they didn't do anything extraordinary...gifting so much in a country that protests are being held for no payment of salaries or gratuity is extremely insensitive.... what is the benefit of winning these trophies to be honest ...only the players benefit cos they sell themselves to the highest bidders for their careers. ..... 100k is too much for a tournament that they have won 10 out of 13 times and the other 5 times in a role... or will they be giving them 100k whenever they win it ?? Cos they will most certainly win it again in 2 years time ... win the Olympics or world cup and they will deserve even double of it
That is my submission too. They amount is just too much. If it were a tournament like world cup that Nigeria and even Africa has not won before, we will understand not the both team who are be dominating Africa for so long. 20m and the building is enough for the both players and the coaches and crew can be awarded same or less.
CoreWaveMedia: Everyone just wants to sound smart. Do you remember when super eagles or so travelled and were stranded and we were raining fire and brimstone on the NFF. Now the Presidency has done right and we are still complaining.
The reward is not for them alone, it's to encourage young people to aspire to do the same and secondly what you see at the competition is a culmination of years of hard work and the competition is the crowning moment.
In the US the winner of CONCAF gets $1,000,000 and there are still homeless people.
Even the Bible said the poor will always remain with you.
So let the girls enjoy their victory, it was well earned.
After seeing how much they earned, even me as a guy started checking out basketball pitches in my area.
The money is just too much. Nobody is against reward but not in a country that most citizens are finding it difficult to live properly. If he give the ladies like 20m and the building he promised then immediately, they will still be happy and he will get the praise too. So if before the end of his tenure either in 2031 or 2027 and various other team like the men and other sport wins, he will continue to be given them 100k dolls for individual and coaches and crew 50k dolls too. If it were to be a superb economy like other developed countries, nobody will talk. Let he wait for his reforms to turnaround the fortunes of the country and start spending and he will not be faulted.
Mrchippychappy: People should rest on this issue of gross mismanagement of public funds and a complete case of misplaced priorities?
Veterans in the armed forces are struggling to feed their family by the way.
Doctors are fleeing the country to become janitors due to poor wages.
Most of these girls are based in Europe or USA and already earn a good salary playing for football and basketball teams in these Western countries.
No one is saying they shouldn't be rewarded but must it be 100,000 usd? How do we justify this and then turn a blind eye to the plight of veterans? Na wa oh
Even the Lioness of England that just won the euros were paid much less than this and that was a much bigger competition.
Priorities people, Priorities. Loosing your conscience over some political party wey no send you is a crazy way to live your life.
The honest truth, Tinubu shouldn't have paid each player in both football and basketball not more than 30m and since they will also get a building. The coaches and crew can get 20m. So if any other sporting team wins before his tenure ends, he will be paying so much to them.
OfoIgbo: Of course, I understand the law doesn't affect Jonathan. But you are dealing with a government where the judiciary declares that black is white.
In spite of the constitutional breach in Shettima running for two different roles simultaneously, the courts still declared him eligible. Despite the constitutional provision that any president should also get up to 25% of votes in Abuja, Tinubu who never got those percentages still managed to corrupt the courts to rule in his favour.
Nigerian institutions have been severely corruped by both Buhari and Tinubu, so I can assure you Tinubu will activate one wuruwuru or the other to hurt Jonathan with this legislation. And Jonathan doesn't have the massive and fanatical following that PO has, so it will be very difficult for the people to go out to defend GEJ when this wuruwuru starts.
Personally I don't mind Jonathan getting the presidency, as I expect him to be hundreds of times better than Tinubu. I expect PO to be as good as GEJ when it comes to managing the nation. PO will also give Nigeria two extra advantages, as he is in a better position to deal with corruption, and he will additionally drastically reduce the cost of governance. These two extras give PO the advantage.
But I don't mind GEJ. Instead of Tinubu to continue, let GEJ take over.
which corruption will he fight. Obi will soon fade away politically, When Jonathan decide to run, you will know better. It will be only you igbos for obi. The north, south west and south south will be too hot for him to handle.
OfoIgbo: Of course, I understand the law doesn't affect Jonathan. But you are dealing with a government where the judiciary declares that black is white.
In spite of the constitutional breach in Shettima running for two different roles simultaneously, the courts still declared him eligible. Despite the constitutional provision that any president should also get up to 25% of votes in Abuja, Tinubu who never got those percentages still managed to corrupt the courts to rule in his favour.
Nigerian institutions have been severely corruped by both Buhari and Tinubu, so I can assure you Tinubu will activate one wuruwuru or the other to hurt Jonathan with this legislation. And Jonathan doesn't have the massive and fanatical following that PO has, so it will be very difficult for the people to go out to defend GEJ when this wuruwuru starts.
Personally I don't mind Jonathan getting the presidency, as I expect him to be hundreds of times better than Tinubu. I expect PO to be as good as GEJ when it comes to managing the nation. PO will also give Nigeria two extra advantages, as he is in a better position to deal with corruption, and he will additionally drastically reduce the cost of governance. These two extras give PO the advantage.
But I don't mind GEJ. Instead of Tinubu to continue, let GEJ take over.
If Jonathan is running obi will naturally died down politically. Only the igbos as usual will still vote for obi because of presidency. In south south, obi will not win any state and will even score miserable votes. Tinubu and Jonathan will battle to get northerner votes cos they will be divided among the two. Atiku will get little votes cos northerners with ambition of becoming president will support tinubu or Jonathan. Obi is not relevant in the equation in the north. Go to Twitter and Facebook how igbos are attacking Jonathan for contesting and some idiots are insulting him. The tribalistic nature of igbos will be out when Jonathan is contesting and Nigerians will know they just want presidency at all cost. The will start attacking Jonathan from every corner. No northern pdp governor is joining ADC cos they know Atiku will surely be the presidential candidate and that will stop thier ambition. They will be willing to support Jonathan why APC governors will support Tinubu. Politics is not chochocho and nzogbu nzogbu that igbos always deployed. The only best time for igbo presidency is in 2039 and they need to work for it by supporting either Jonathan or Tinubu they so much hate cos if Tinubu still win in 2027 and we south south supported him to the point of having up to 40% or more when Jonathan contest too, they should have it the mind that we will get the APC ticket of 2039. The like of Umahi understand the game and he is advicing his people to see beyond 2027 which is out of thier reach but many are insulting him. Soludo knows that too. He will join APC after reelection.
Politics › Re: How Igbo Presidency Can Possibly Be Achieved....(opinion) by kedeojo(m): 8:54am On Aug 09, 2025
