What lies ahead for Labour Party in 2023 and beyond. Right now, we are enjoying the buzz and the new found love for our party, due to the emergence of Peter Obi, as our candidate but is this for real or it's just a passing phase?

Ahead of the 2023 elections, the major contenders are the usual suspects of the representatives of the two major parties in the country APC and PDP. The unusual thing about this election is the entrance of new players in the game, we have the candidature of Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwanso throwing their weight in the running of things.

Also quite a number of people have seemed to acknowledge one of these contenders as a thriving third force that represents the will of the people. The candidature of Peter Obi has seemed to be the prayer of most Nigerians, he seems to be very different from the regular politicians, he is younger, appears to tick the boxes and seems to enjoy the goodwill of the people. But the question is, is he really who he say he is? Is he a man that can be held accountable to his words? To have an idea of who a man is and where he is going to, it would be apt to look back at where he is coming from. What have those he has learnt from and also impacted said about him? Hence, the question, is Peter Obi a Jesus or a Judas

Peter Obi first foray into the world of politics came under the tutelage of the Ikemba, Dim Odumegwu Ojukwu of APGA. Ojukwu had built and established APGA as the party of and for the Igbo interest, the party that represents the uniform interest of the Igbo man to stake their claim in the center of Nigerian Politics. This is the platform that a relatively unknown Peter Obi rode on to the seat of governance in Anambra, and despite the fact that it was not a first term that spelt success, Peter Obi still rode on the popularity of the party and Ojukwu for a second term.

In the words of Bianca Ojukwu, she said “It is simple. I maintain that Peter Obi betrayed Dim Ojukwu, and tried to destroy APGA for his own selfish interests. He has continued to undermine Ojukwu’s personality and recently, he has gone ahead to desecrate his legacy. From relative obscurity, Obi was brought into national prominence when the leader, Ojukwu, through his party APGA, offered him an opportunity and platform upon which he ran and became governor of Anambra State.

“Ojukwu sacrificed so much and labored for him to become governor. He (Ojukwu) was fiercely protective of him and helped him overcome the various challenges that confronted him. Peter Obi had a difficult first tenure and stepped on so many toes that the majority of our party faithful were adamant that he should not be nominated for a second tenure. Yet Ojukwu stood by him when it mattered most, jeopardised his health by traversing all the local governments in a rigorous campaign on his behalf and begged the people of Anambra State to grant him a last wish by returning Obi for a second term.
“This feat was achieved for the first time in Anambra State’s history on 6th February 2010. Peter Obi swore to Ojukwu, upon his honour, that he would never abandon APGA; that he would quit politics or die; rather than leave APGA, and that he would preserve this legacy as a potent voice and rallying point for Ndigbo”
She ended this with a proclamation that History would judge Obi harshly, isn't this manifested in what Mr Charles Soludo said about Peter Obi recently? Another pointer to how much his own people don't think much of his personality, is highlighted in the fact that no major or minor politician in his State has identified themselves to his cause, and over the years, not a candidate that he has endorsed or supported has ever won the Anambra elections. If your home thinks you to be not a man of your words, how do you intend on convincing others? Haven't, we all said, charity begins at home? Peter Obi, despite his promises and oath to Ojukwu, left the party that gave him the foundations, despite his oaths and promises, this is alarming because this is the same man that said “Hold me by my words”. How valuable are his words?

One would think that was the only instance and maybe he could be forgiven for being ambitious but what about his relationship with PDP and Atiku? It is well known how he said on national television that PDP as a party is the only vehicle to his ambition, he also said Atiku has been an elder brother, a boss and a leader. It’s quite ironic that he would want to leave a party that gave him national prominence and wouldn't be bothered to inform the man he calls Leader and Elder brother. The same man that fought tooth and nail, to defend his choice as the vice presidential candidate.

Not just leaving the party, he has been casting aspersions at the party, at how corrupt the leaders of the party are, a party that until May, he was an active member of. This refers to how he described APGA as a motorcycle, and PDP a vehicle to his ambition on national Tv. The same PDP and APGA he is running against, one now ask, if Peter Obi cannot stand by the words he made in public, by oaths and declarations he made.

Now, the concern is who is Peter Obi? How real are his promises? Now I am concerned, because he is the candidate of the Labour Party, let's not talk about the whole issue of how he came to the party, I am more concerned with Peter Obi and the future of Labour Party.

So far so good, there has been little to show his interest in our collective vision as a party, he hardly campaign or support, the other candidates in the party. So far, in the campaign process, he hasn't really identified with either the gubernatorial or senatorial candidates of the party. Labour Party is offering Peter Obi a platform, basically on a platter of roses, he has done little to promote the interest of the party.

Which brings the concern I have, what happens after 2023. Let assume that he wins the election, what happens? Is he going to stick with the party, despite the fact that he hasn't identified with the other candidates? Or would he decamp to a party, with a more robust representation at the legislature? What happens if he lose? Would he stick with the party and build ahead of 2027, or would he stick to being typical and leave to the next VEHICLE that will drive his ambition?

We have all seen that his words of assurance cannot count for much, so what exactly does Peter Obi want from Us, are we just a vehicle to his ambition?

Which begs the question, Is he really the Jesus, we are told he is or maybe the Judas that betrayed Jesus?

Abasifreke Odion writes from Uyo

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Don't say I never did anything for you o!

The March 8th Initiative, a brainchild of the “Friends of Prof” is organised to inspire and promote communal, entrepreneurial and public-spirited endeavours within Nigeria in honour of the birthday of His Excellency, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, SAN, GCON.
This year, the March 8th Initiative expanded in terms of reach and scope. First, the Entrepreneurship Programme was reorganised into 4 categories providing more opportunities for young Nigerians between 18 and 35 years old. For this year’s program, the organizers received a total of Thirty-Three Thousand and Twenty-Eight (33,028) applications across the four advertised categories.

1. My Big Idea Business Challenge (N100, 000) - 4,100 entries
2. My Business Support Category (N250, 000) – 10,522 entries
3. My Catalyst Support Challenge (N500, 000) -8,334 entries
4. My Bold Innovation Challenge (N1, 000,000)-10,072 entries

The selection process which was done by an independent team of Evaluators drawn from Nigeria and the diaspora analysed the shortlisted entries based on the eligibility criteria and the viability of the business proposals. Applicants drawn from the 36 States of the country and the FCT with the most innovative business ideas across the four categories have been shortlisted to benefit from the 2021 March 8th Initiative Entrepreneurial Programme. The list of the winners will be published on the March 8th Initiative website on the 1st of October, 2021.

In addition, the March 8th Initiative recognised health workers nationwide who, in an extremely difficult time, continue to exhibit compassion, diligence, hard work and professionalism in carrying out their duties. The initiative received a total of 1,520 nominations for the Health Grant Reward, and after a thorough evaluation of the nominations, Health workers drawn from across the country have been shortlisted as Beneficiaries of the Health Reward Grant. The list of the Beneficiaries will also be published on the March 8th Initiative website on the 1st of October, 2021.

Similarly, the March 8th Initiative undertook a nationwide Ophthalmological intervention to provide succour in the form of surgeries and other therapeutic care for those suffering from cataract and other eye defects. This Intervention kicked off with the Southwest and Northwest geopolitical zones. Working with the National Eye Centre and the State Ministries of Health, the March 8th Initiative carried out free Eye Screenings, Treatments and corrective Eye Surgeries for thousands of people suffering from cataract and other eye diseases in the Northwest and Southwest geopolitical zones. The Eye Care train has since moved to other geopolitical zones.

iyawomii:
My Greatest Regret, How Gambling Ruined Me

Dear Nairalanders, read my story which I will summarise and don't repeat my mistake.

I was not born rich but I have always been a hustler. In 2006 when I was 30, I had opportunity to travel to Latvia, from there I entered Germany where I started hustle. While in Germany I was sending money to my wife (then girlfriend), who judiciously kept them for me. I finally returned to Nigeria 2016 for my 40th birthday.

On my return, I had made over 25 million naira. My wife advised me to buy a landed property, which I initially agreed. We contacted several real estate agents including one called Landwey in Lagos. After agreeing on formalities, I refused to make the bold move to effect purchase, instead I postponed it, which was foolish of me.

I foolishly bought luxury cars, rented bigger apartment and felt like I have arrived. I invested 5 million in importation business but was duped by my most trusted friend. In 2018, I couldn't maintain my lifestyle due to the fact that I didn't had funds flowing in.

I made the greatest mistake by playing virtual games on betting shops. Within 5 months, I sold almost all my properties still playing virtual and losing.

In 2019, I finally lost everything, I relocated with my wife and 3 kids to a suburb as I couldn't pay the high rent where I was.

My Greatest Regrets:
1. Refusal to make purchase of the landed property as advised by my wife, notably that of Landwey, despite being convinced about it.

2. Living life of opulence when my resources weren't multiplying.

3. Wasting 4 years of my life playing virtual games.

Though I have forgiven myself for the wasted years, my advice to people is to use whatever that comes their way wisely.

Meanwhile, tribute to my wife for standing by me even when I failed her repeatedly

easrael:
My Mother Died in 2016 and only 1 Thing Saved Me and My Siblings

What I am about to write about is something that has stayed on my mind for 5 years.

My Mother’s Death

My mother died in 2016 as a police officer in Lagos. We travelled all the way to Ondo state to bury her. After her burial, many of the family members promised us that we would be taken care of with my 5 siblings because our father was not available.

Aftermath

After we got back to Lagos, our family members stopped picking our calls, nobody came visiting, my sisters and brothers had to drop out of school and stopped going to school. We had to put them in a public school.

After 3 months, a friend of my mother visited us and after everything, he asked me if I knew that my mother had a land? Land? I was shocked and I inquired further and found out that my mother had land that we could sell because it has now appreciated.

Our Savior
To cut the long story short, we sold the land and ever since, I have opened a hair selling business that we are using to feed the family.

My Question

Why do parents buy land and not tell their children?

AishaYesufu:
The Owlet To Reinvent Digital Marketing In Nigeria With New Websites, CEO Olusheinde Kolawole

Fast growing online marketplace, Owlet, has launched new websites; the-owlette.com and the-owlet.com , to change the face of digital marketing.

The organisation, which seeks to help millions of entrepreneurs expand their business, reach, visibility, and sales through two groundbreaking platforms, stated that, "The-Owlet is a social media marketing agency that specializes in social media management services for resellers. It bridges the social media gap between clients and their prospective customers, harnessing expertise on social media to engage customers with content, maintain the pages, and promote products to increase revenue. Business owners looking to expand through social media can depend on The-Owlet to curate a social media strategy for their business with the aim of increasing reach/visibility and sales."

The company further noted that, "The-Owlette has a simple mission, to provide an easy, accessible online market to buy and sell goods and services. This means that customers can do everything from buying a local grinding machine to hiring a web developer for their latest project, hire a furniture maker or purchase their next car.

The platform also connects freelancers to people who can hire them and provides an easy method for consumers to purchase their products of need. The-Owlette has been commended nationwide for providing an opportunity for young Nigerians to develop a side hustle by placing their products for sale and skills for hire".

A statement from Olusehinde Elijah Kolawole, the Chief Executive Officer of Owlet, noted that, “Owlet was created with a simple vision to connect businesses to freelancers and empower people to live their work dream. We empower people worldwide to live their work dream building their business from the ground up and becoming financially and professionally independent.

Over two million Nigerians have been empowered through our platforms and our aim is to continue to connect businesses to a community of expert freelancers who are available to hire by the hour or project, provide flexibility to work when it suits you, outside the archaic 9-to-5 day, and enable people to live their work dream. We are committed to innovation and excellence to drive more Nigerians to gain financial and professional freedom.”

This innovative and easy-to-navigate digital market, can be described as the “Uber” for online businesses which has come to stay and further expand the frontiers of opportunities for business sellers, investment seekers and social media influencers. Now, with just a smartphone and a decent internet connection, you can buy, sell and improve visibility for your business from the comfort of your private space, at any time".

Over the years, friends and associates have come together to reflect upon the sterling qualities that define Vice President Yemi Osinbajo’s personal and leadership style and have for his traditionally low-key birthday celebration chosen to support social impact causes that are close to his heart.

It will be recalled that as part of the events lined up for Prof Osinbajo’s birthday last year, 100 young entrepreneurs received business-defining grants of N1 million each that helped grow and advance their businesses, among other incubator support services from close friends and associates of ‘Prof’ as he is fondly called under the auspices of ‘The March 8th Initiative”.

These “Friends of Prof’ conceptualized ‘The March 8th Initiative” to inspire and promote communal, entrepreneurial and public-spirited endeavours within Nigeria in honour of his birthday.

In a statement, the Group which organizes the annual March 8th Initiative stated that for this year’s celebration, the Initiative is expanding its reach and scope with a view to imparting a broader spectrum of Nigerians.

First, the Annual Entrepreneurship Development Programme has been reorganized into four categories providing more opportunities for young Nigerians between 18 and 35 years old, giving one-off business grants, ranging from N100,000 to N1,000,000 to small businesses in Nigeria. The four categories cover varying stages of small business growth as follows: Big Idea Business Challenge, Business Support Challenge, Catalyst Support Challenge and the Bold Innovation Challenge.

Secondly, in addition to the Entrepreneurship Development Programme, the March 8th Initiative will recognize health workers nationwide who, in the face of a global pandemic, demonstrated exemplary courage, compassion, diligence, hard work and professionalism in carrying out their duties. Individuals are requested to nominate any health worker who has shown these qualities for a reward of N1 Million under a Health Grant Reward Category that acknowledges their invaluable service to our communities.

Additionally, the March 8th Initiative is undertaking a nationwide Ophthalmological intervention to provide succour in the form of surgeries and other therapeutic care for cataracts and other eye defects.

The Group stated that entries will open at 12.00 a.m on Monday, the 8th of March, 2021 and close at 11:59 p.m on Sunday, the 14th of March, 2021. All entries except those for “My Big Idea Business Challenge” must be submitted at www.march8th.ng

Nigerians have been consequently implored to visit the website to nominate the deserving health worker of their choice, as well as to apply for any of the grant categories that is applicable to them.


Check out the links to the campaign ad below:

PIDGIN


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZU8jyTaCdNQ

ENGLISH


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Post was made since June though but for the sake of those with same dilemma currently,


The vision though more affordable, I'll advise you go for the i-tel P36 pro LTE, cos it has 5000mAh as compared to 4000mAh for the i-tel Vision. And a better Camera setup.

All other specs are fairly identical.

2/32 Gig
Display
CPU

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