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Burob:This is exactly why nobody takes your I despise Tinubu claim seriously. Even your fellow Tinubu/APC data boys will be disappointed You say you despise him, yet every criticism of him is met with you rushing to his defense. Attacking everyone that criticize Tinubu with so much venom. You don't defend some one you despise And notice how you've quietly abandoned the argument. We were discussing performance; you've now switched to election predictions. Whether he wins in 2027 is irrelevant to the fact that the country is where it is today. In fact, your position is even stranger: you claim to know his antecedents, claim to despise him, claim not to expect anything from him, yet spend your time here day and night defending his record. That's not realism; that's loyalty disguised as cynicism. As for wailing over an inevitability, predicting that someone will win and criticizing their performance are two completely different things. I opposed him because I believed he'd govern poorly. The current situation only confirms my assessment. If that's wailing to you, then every accurate prediction must look like wailing to those who got it wrong. |
Burob:You mistake me for yourself. I never expected Tinubu to prosper my existence because I knew from day one he had nothing meaningful to offer the country. What's truly amusing is you proudly admitting you never expected anything from the president you tirelessly defend day and night here on Nairaland. So what exactly are you defending, competence, or your decision to support incompetence? I'm not disappointed; I'm vindicated. The current reality is precisely why I opposed him in the first place |
What about the truth from Tinubu supporters all over Nigeria causing the day Tinubu became president |
Burob:Blame yourself for lying to yourself by believing that a man like Tinubu had the capacity to perform and turn around the fortunes of the country. |
And both became the worst presidents this country has ever produce |
I don't know who Soludo is trying to impress. This Soludo aide must be suffering from selective amnesia. We all saw Soludo offer to stand surety for Nnamdi and plead with the Federal Government for his release. ![]()
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Overwhelmed is not the right word here Tinubu is incompetent and clueless |
WizardOfNG:But Tinubu can unilaterally suspend democratic institutions, a democratically elected governor, and House of Assembly members, actions many consider to be in outright violation of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, just to appease his minister who is at loggerheads with the governor. So citing the Constitution as the reason Tinubu cannot withhold allocations to the different tiers of government does not hold water. The Tinubu administration has repeatedly acted in ways that raise constitutional concerns. As an example, for almost two years now, Osun state local government allocation have been withheld by the Tinubu administration in gross violation of the constitution of the federal republic of nigeria and valid court orders You cannot selectively invoke the Constitution when it is convenient and disregard it when it is politically expedient. |
malakaimoscondo:Obi's tax policy is death penalty? Interesting. Nigerians don't need to imagine hypothetical suffering when they're already experiencing and living through the hell effects of current Tinubu policies. Rather than saying, Obi's tax policy is death penalty, take your time to explain Obi's actual tax proposals and let people compare them with what they're living through today. |
yarimo:I feel your anguish and sifia pains |
Buhari deserves credit for recognizing June 12 and making it Democracy Day. That's a historical decision many Nigerians had demanded for years. By that act, Buhari is a true democrat |
Biodun556:So when insecurity explodes under a president, the blame should go to parents but not the Commander-in-Chief? Nobody is saying Tinubu created banditry or Boko Haram. The point is that he is the President and Commander-in-Chief today. Security agencies report to him, military operations are coordinated under his administration, and by his own words, the buck stops at the President's table on matters of security. If kidnappers and bandits are becoming so bold that they flaunt their activities publicly and on social media, that reflects a failure of the state's security architecture, not just the failures of parents decades ago. You can't claim credit for every success in the country and then suddenly become a bystander when insecurity worsens. Leadership comes with responsibility, and responsibility starts at the top. |
aswani:Who will stop Tinubu/APC's data boys from their endless abuse, curses, and insults directed at Peter Obi, Obidients and those seeking the good of this country, along with their toxic ethnic and tribal bigotry divisive campaign? |
• I believe Obi will not run for 2nd term Dr Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, leader of the Kwankwasiyya Movement and the vice-presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) in the 2027 general elections has described the All Progressives Congress (APC) as a party that is on a downward trajectory. Kwankwaso told the BBC Hausa Service, in an interview monitored by Fred Ezeh, that many APC members are disillusioned, and might work for the success of other opposition parties from the inside. He stated that himself and Peter Obi share many common values, and one of them is the massive support they enjoy, especially among young men and women who sincerely believe that if they succeed, they too will benefit. You recently moved to the NDC. What informed the decision? We deliberated and concluded that we needed a political party that would be easy to build and organise. Since it is a relatively new party, it does not have many of the problems associated with older parties. That was why we joined it. Alhamdulillah, everything has now been properly settled. The congresses, the convention, and the special convention have all been conducted. Peter Obi has been confirmed as our presidential candidate, and I have been given the opportunity to serve as his running mate. Some people believe that you left for the NDC because you realised you could not secure the presidential ticket in the ADC where Atiku Abubakar is a major figure. Is that why you moved to a party where you could run alongside Peter Obi? Whether I contest or not, I remain a politician. Politics is not only about seeking elective office. In my political journey, I have belonged to parties where I did not contest, and I have contested and lost elections as well. Therefore, elections are not the primary issue before us. Our first concern is for the party to succeed. We also wanted a party whose principles align with our own beliefs and ideology. I have discovered that Peter Obi and I share many common values. One of them is the massive support we enjoy, especially among young men and women who sincerely believe that if we succeed, they too will benefit. This is particularly important when you consider the Obidient Movement and the Kwankwasiyya Movement. The alliance between these two groups will benefit both our supporters and Nigeria as a whole. We are working hard to harmonise our ideas and governance plans so that they align. We do not want a situation where we enter government and begin pursuing conflicting policies or actions that are not in the interest of ordinary Nigerians. Speaking about the strength of your party, if we compare only the NDC and the APC, how many votes do you think your party can get nationwide, and how many votes do you think APC can get? That is a question statisticians can answer more accurately. However, I can tell you that the APC is on a downward trajectory. Every day, more people are becoming disillusioned with it and joining us. Even among politicians, many are moving toward us. As for ordinary citizens, many had already abandoned the APC long ago. When we joined the ADC, many people followed us because they saw us as a credible alternative. When we later left because of certain challenges and joined the NDC, many of those supporters came with us. The NDC is growing steadily. In the next seven or eight months before the elections, and during the campaign period, the truth will become clear. Both genuine claims and false claims will be exposed. By the grace of God, the NDC will continue to grow stronger in Nigeria and even gain recognition beyond the country. Are we talking about 30 per cent, 40 per cent, 50 per cent, or 60 per cent of the vote? Our focus now is on ensuring that we have credible candidates in every constituency. We want competent and respected candidates who can effectively protect our votes. The voters are already there. They are not wandering around looking for whom to support. If you go to Kano, Sokoto, Niger, Maiduguri, and many other places, you will find that people are looking for alternatives. They do not need politicians to keep telling them stories because they have already seen what is happening in the country. Take security as an example. Initially, insecurity was concentrated in the North-East, particularly Borno and Yobe. Then Boko Haram expanded. Now look at what is happening in the North-West, where bandits and terrorists have taken over many areas. People are being kidnapped on highways almost daily. Recently, even a senior military officer was abducted. Soldiers are not spared, police officers are not spared, and certainly civilians are not spared. What is most unfortunate is that this insecurity has spread into the North-Central region, and is extending further south. Recently in Oyo State, school children and teachers were abducted. The situation worsens every day. Unless firm action is taken, the country may reach a point where there is no security, no stable education system, and no meaningful development. The nation could deteriorate completely. Since your defection, there have been reports of disagreements between your supporters and Atiku’s supporters. Some people say there appears to be friction despite the alliance. Politics will always have disagreements and arguments. I certainly have not instructed my supporters to attack Atiku, and I do not believe he has instructed his supporters to provoke ours either. In any movement, there will always be a few individuals who enjoy causing trouble. However, one thing I know is that we have instilled discipline in our supporters. As members of the Kwankwasiyya Movement, we teach our supporters not to provoke anyone. We do not insult people, abuse them, or attack their dignity. That is how politics should be. Politicians should focus on their plans and policies, especially what they intend to do for the people and not on insults and personal attacks. It has now been confirmed that you will be Peter Obi’s running mate in the 2027 general election… Yes. As everyone knows, after consultations within the party, we agreed that the presidency should go to the South because the South is currently entitled to complete its turn under the rotation arrangement. We agreed that a southern candidate should lead the ticket and serve one term of four years. After that, power would return to the North. This is the arrangement we believe in, and the one that our partners in the South also accept. Peter Obi is someone with support, credibility, and integrity. We believe he can govern fairly, treat both North and South fairly, treat Christians and Muslims fairly, and ensure justice for all ethnic groups in Nigeria. That is why we support him. Other News APC: Internal war lingers Insecurity: APC chieftain urges Nigerians to share intelligence with security agencies Go get PVCs, APC state chairmen’s forum charges party members, supporters So you are indeed the vice-presidential candidate? Yes, I am. When Peter Obi’s candidacy was formally unveiled, that announcement was made publicly. That is the arrangement we are working with today. Some people have recalled your statement before the 2023 election that the position of vice president was largely ceremonial. Yet now you are accepting the role. Many issues have been discussed. When the ticket was unveiled, Peter Obi himself publicly stated that he would not leave us idle. There will be responsibilities and opportunities to contribute meaningfully to governance. There is an understanding that Peter Obi will serve for four years. Are you convinced that he will step down afterward so power can return to the North? I believe so. As an elder statesman and a leader who made this commitment publicly, not in a private conversation, I believe he will keep his word. Politics is about trust and accountability. Both the North and the South are watching. I am convinced that he will honour the agreement because it was a carefully negotiated arrangement based on principles that have guided Nigeria’s democracy for many years. Do you believe he has demonstrated that commitment through his past actions? I have seen nothing from him except goodwill. Many allegations have been made, but if you examine them carefully, you will find that reasonable people did not make those accusations against me or against our arrangement. I joined him based on my own convictions. I have made it clear that this project is not about Peter Obi alone or Anambra State alone. It is about Nigeria. Is this candidacy merely a way of testing the waters ahead of the election? Anyone who knows me knows that I do not play politics as a game. Even when I joined the NNPP, I did so because I genuinely believed we could win. Opponents claimed I was only trying to split votes. My response was simple: whose votes was I supposedly splitting? I entered the race because I believed in it. Likewise, this arrangement is serious, well-planned, and credible. We still have time, and people will come to understand what we are trying to achieve. Let us return to Kano politics. Given everything that has happened between you and Governor Abba Yusuf, have you now abandoned him politically? No, I have not abandoned anyone. We supported him and brought him forward. He won elections because of that support. In 2019, we endured injustice and remained patient because we believed in democratic processes. In 2023, we worked hard to ensure his victory. Whatever he has achieved today, may God continue to support him. We do not insult him or attack his dignity. He made his own decisions and followed his own path. Some people claimed I am worried about losing influence to him, but he knows that is not true. If elections are conducted freely and fairly, the people of Kano will decide. Are you satisfied with the current relationship between you and him? It is not a matter of satisfaction. I still care about him. I was not the one who pushed him away. And we never completely severed ties. If Abba Yusuf returns and seeks reconciliation, would you accept him? Certainly. Not only Abba Yusuf but anyone else who comes seeking reconciliation will be welcomed. Forgiveness is essential in politics. People have different backgrounds, ages, experiences, levels of education, and ways of thinking. You cannot expect everyone to think exactly like you. If we were not willing to forgive, we would never have reconciled with people like Ganduje despite all our political disagreements. Politics requires a large heart and a willingness to move forward. The same applies to Abba Yusuf. We worked together before, and we can work together again. Politics should not be driven by personal grudges but by what is best for the people https://www.google.com/amp/s/thesun.ng/2027-my-pact-with-peter-obi-kwankwaso/%3famp |
Biodun556:Under Tinubu, kidnapping has become so lucrative that kidnappers, bandits are doing TikTok Live giveaways. What does that say about the state of security? |
Nigerians, be warned: if Tinubu secures a second term, these IMF-recommended taxes will be next. |
Tenses:At this point, failure isn't a possibility, it's the operating system. |
Biodun556:So refusing ransom is the right decision? Fair enough. But principles are only proven when they become personal. If bandits held the president's wife or children, would the response still be we won't pay a ransom, or would a different rule suddenly apply? That's the question. #Bringthemhome |
It will be easier for a camel to pass through the eye of a needle than for the APC led national assembly to summon Tinubu over insecurity This is what Nigerians mean when they say Tinubu is engaging in criminal state capture |
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed shock over the death of retired Major-General Rabe Abubakar while in the custody of terrorists in Katsina State. Naija News reports that the Katsina State Government on Saturday confirmed the death of Major General Rabe Abubakar, while in the captivity of bandits. The government described the incident as tragic, saying his death was a major loss not only to his family and Katsina State but also to the country. According to the statement, the retired major general died from complications arising from diabetes and hypertension while still being held by his abductors. Reacting in a statement by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President noted that General Abubakar, after a distinguished career in the military, retired a few years ago, adding that he was on his way to his hometown when the hoodlums captured him. Tinubu commiserated with his family, especially his wife, who is still being held against her will by the captors. He also extended his condolences to the Katsina State government and the armed forces. The statement said: “While the terrorists have done their worst, the President wants them to know that the government will never bow to their demand to release their members held by our security agencies.” “As I said on June 12: “Bandits, kidnappers, and sponsors of terror should now surrender or face the full force of the Nigerian State. These windows of surrender will not remain open forever. And no mercy will be shown to those who trade in the blood of Nigerians. “As Nigerians, we must stand united and be assured that the enemies of our nation shall soon be history. We will triumph over terror and continue to build a more prosperous nation. “General Abubakar’s death should further serve as a defining moment in our battle against terrorists and insurgents, never to negotiate with them on any terms, but to continue to treat them as the greatest enemies of our dear nation, who should never be spared,” the statement added https://www./2026/06/13/negotiation-terrorists-tinubu-death-retired-major-general/ |
CharlesCNG:You say criticism is cheap, but hardship is expensive, and Nigerians are paying for it daily. The things you stated that your candidate did, the policies you praise have only delivered nothing but soaring inflation, a weaker naira, worsening insecurity, persistent blackouts, and unbearable living costs. Before asking others for a blueprint and what they will do differently, explain why the current one you are supporting is producing so much suffering. Leadership is measured by results, not promises. And right now, the results are speaking louder than any opposition manifesto. |
A thread for Data boys to go gaga and spew trash as usual |
Defence Minister Christopher Musa has urged Nigerian youths to take the lead in tackling insecurity, saying security agencies alone cannot solve the country’s challenges. Christopher Musa says Nigerian youths must play a leading role in tackling insecurity. He stressed that security is a collective responsibility, not the duty of security agencies alone. The minister urged youths to support security efforts through vigilance, innovation and community engagement. Musa said empowering young people is key to addressing the root causes of insecurity. The Minister of Defence, retired General Christopher Musa, has challenged Nigerian youths to take a leading role in the fight against insecurity, saying lasting peace and stability cannot be achieved by security agencies alone. Musa made the call while addressing young Nigerians at a public event, where he stressed that the country’s youth population remains its greatest asset and must be actively involved in efforts to tackle security challenges affecting communities across the nation. According to the minister, insecurity has continued to pose a major threat to national development, with issues such as banditry, kidnapping, terrorism and other criminal activities affecting lives and livelihoods in different parts of the country. He said young people have a critical role to play because they are often closest to their communities and are well-positioned to identify suspicious activities and share useful information with relevant authorities. Musa emphasised that security should not be viewed solely as the responsibility of the military, police and other security agencies, noting that every citizen has a role to play in protecting the country. The defence minister urged youths to embrace patriotism, community service and civic responsibility, adding that greater collaboration between citizens and security agencies would help strengthen efforts to address security threats. He also encouraged young Nigerians to use technology, innovation and social networks positively in supporting national security objectives rather than allowing such platforms to be exploited by criminals and those seeking to destabilise society. According to him, meaningful youth engagement remains one of the most effective ways to address the root causes of insecurity, including unemployment, social exclusion and vulnerability to criminal recruitment. Musa further stated that empowering young people through education, skills development and economic opportunities would help reduce crime and create a more stable society. The minister reiterated the Federal Government’s commitment to improving security across the country but stressed that government efforts alone would not be sufficient without the support and participation of citizens. His comments come as Nigeria continues to battle various security challenges in several regions, prompting renewed discussions on the need for a whole-of-society approach to tackling insecurity. The defence minister maintained that with the energy, creativity and numerical strength of Nigerian youths, the country possesses the human resources needed to overcome many of its security challenges if properly mobilised. He therefore called on young Nigerians to rise above divisions and contribute actively to building safer communities and a more secure nation. https://www.pulse.ng/story/christopher-musa-challenges-nigerian-youths-to-lead-fight-against-insecurity-2026061116455602486
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TemplarLandry:Dey their make pant wear you |
Lithiumite:You are just so funny, you say I know nothing about economics, yet your entire argument rests on a single ratio. An economy isn't judged by one metric alone. Nigerians are experiencing inflation, declining purchasing power, rising food costs, worsening insecurity, a weakening naira, and growing public debt. Those realities don't disappear because one ratio improved. And even on debt servicing, there is debate over whether the improvement came from sustainable economic growth or simply from higher government revenues driven by subsidy removal, devaluation, and inflation expanding nominal revenue. Meanwhile, debt service obligations themselves remain extremely high. Listen, If the economy is truly better off, ordinary Nigerians should be feeling noticeably better off too. Economics is not just about ratios on a spreadsheet; it's about outcomes in people's lives, in the lives of ordinary Nigerians |
decasey:Honestly |
Aso Rock Villa is not a manufacturing plant, with having equipment, yet, we're told it spends N47 billion a year on electricity. Now, the government says it is switching completely to solar because that electricity cost is unsustainable. They are now selling the narrative of cost-saving measure But don't be surprised if the next budget contains an even larger allocation for the maintenance and upkeep of the solar infrastructure. The real irony is that those trying to sell the story may think they're deceiving Nigerians. They might just be deceiving themselves. |
The OK movement has left the harbor, and the rest are scrambling to catch the tide. Even Tinubu is caught between staying loyal to his MM ticket that is now associated with hardship and deaths or searching for a new political lifeline. Either choice may come too late. Infact, he is toast already After three years of economic pain, hardships and broken expectations, many Nigerians have made up their minds: if the first term felt like a long walk through hell, they have no appetite for a sequel. |
Lithiumite:Actually, Nigeria is currently in a progressive-in-reverse era, sliding into economic drift worsening insecurity and unprecedented debt. We need someone who can reverse this trend; otherwise, we may soon find ourselves without a country worth inheriting. |
esnbrutality:That's the mantra going into 2027 general election |
The presidential candidate of the opposition African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has expressed his determination to set things right and heal the land if given the opportunity to lead the country from 2027. The Waziri Adamawa stated this on Friday in his Democracy Day address at an event organised in Abuja by the Coalition Political Action Committee (COPAC) — a civic and political engagement platform affiliated with the African Democratic Congress. Atiku was represented by Hon Nnenna Ukeje, former member representing Bender Federal Constituency, Abia State. The former Vice President, who congratulated all compatriots on being part of the longest unbroken stretch of democratic governance in the history of the country despite the harsh realities of our present moment, said their resilience challenged him to walk the long road of building a Nigeria worthy of their unwavering commitment. He said, “My fellow countrymen and women, let this Democracy Day mark the beginning of our collective turning point. Let us raise our voices against the steady retreat of democratic practice. Let us stand firm against every attempt to silence the opposition and to criminalise those who demand accountability. Let us resist the pain of state capture and embrace a new dawn driven by the power of the people. Let us choose unity over division, competence over excuses, and genuine leadership in 2027. “We are ready to reclaim our country, to rebuild our institutions, to protect our children, to carry nation-building beyond rhetoric, to heal our fault lines, and to reunite our people into one secure, prosperous, and just nation — the nation we all deserve. I am Atiku Abubakar. I am tested. I believe in you, I believe in us, and I am fully aware that the stewardship I seek is delegated by the Nigerian people, exercised on their behalf and solely in their interest. Together, with your endorsement and your vote, we can make this work.” Atiku, while speaking on the state of the nation, said our national debt had ballooned beyond manageable limits, mortgaging the future of our children, while debt servicing devoured the revenues that should be invested in education, healthcare, security, and infrastructure. He said the escalating violence had turned our citadels of learning into places of fear, with our children, who represented the very future of Nigeria, paying the heaviest price for a failure of leadership. The Waziri Adamawa said he offered a genuine and proven alternative with a path of competence, compassion, integrity, and decisive action. “I offer a new direction and a clean departure from failure. Together — you and I — we will confront insecurity decisively. We will take back our country, downgrade insurgency and banditry, secure our schools, protect our communities, and enable our farmers to feed the nation without fear,” he added. Atiku said an ADC federal government would bring the cost-of-living crisis to an end through urgent, practical interventions that restore dignity to the hardworking and innovative citizens of our country. He said Nigeria needed a President who is truly patriotic and genuinely empathetic; who understands the struggles and suffering of our citizens; who carries the experience and the solutions to confront them; who can balance pragmatism with principle, and who knows the difference between politics and governance. The ADC National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, while speaking, expressed hope that the future of politics in Nigeria was bright with the young people bringing intellectual capabilities on board. The Convener, COPAC, Engr. Aminu Datti Ahmad said, “A society begins to decline when everyone waits for someone else to act. Democracy begins to weaken when citizens withdraw. Political parties become ineffective when members become spectators. Nations lose their way when good people decide that engagement is no longer worth the effort.” In a communique issued at the end of the event, COPAC resolved to push for the urgent convening of a National Candidate Summit to harmonise messaging, policy communication, and campaign strategy. It also agreed to mobilise party members and democratic stakeholders towards securing victory for the ADC in the 2027 general elections. The body resolved to advocate immediate party -wide reconciliation and unity -building initiatives across all levels of the ADC. It further agreed to work relentlessly to build a stronger opposition capable of providing Nigerians with a credible alternative government. https://www.google.com/amp/s/tribuneonlineng.com/2027-were-ready-to-reclaim-our-country-set-things-right-atiku/amp |
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