₦airaland Forum

helinues:
Smiles.

For months now, we have been reading daily consistent development news about Nigeria. Meanwhile, those are news that have made it t online oo, there are more yet to be known to Nigerians.

I am just waiting for the compilation of those good news, projects, policies and reforms. Nigerians would be shocked

sreamsense:
And see how God works., the PRINCE Adewole Adebayo that had A1 in governance and even A1 in politics, God don't come choose him. He is only sidelined to wail and complain

The Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Dr. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has described the proclamation of June 14 as “Igbo Day” by North Carolina Governor Josh Stein as a reflection of the patriotic and deep cultural impact of Ndigbo in the United States.

In a statement issued by NiDCOM’s Head of Media, Public Relations and Protocols, Abdur-Rahman Balogun, the NiDCOM boss described the recognition as “a welcome development.”

Governor Josh Stein officially proclaimed 14 June 2025 as Igbo Day in North Carolina, United States of America, acknowledging the deep-rooted presence and significant contributions of the Igbo community across the state.

Dabiri-Erewa said such recognition “deserves accolade” for the Governor, for acknowledging the contributions of the Igbo community both within and beyond the state.

She also commended the Igbo community for being good ambassadors of Nigeria in North Carolina.

The NiDCOM boss urged other Nigerians living abroad, as individuals or groups, to always contribute their quota to their immediate communities and to reflect the true patriotic spirit of Nigerians, regardless of their geopolitical origins.

With this proclamation, North Carolina joins other states in honouring its growing African diaspora and the diverse heritage that strengthens its society.

The declaration celebrates the rich heritage of the Igbos an ethnic group from South-Eastern Nigeria many of whom have lived in North Carolina for over 50 years.

Governor Stein noted that the Igbo community’s “dedication to civic engagement, unity and cultural preservation makes them an invaluable part of the state.”

The proclamation also highlighted the efforts of the Igbo Day Festival Organisation, which held its first celebration on 10 July 2022 to promote Igbo culture through arts, music, language, and community events, and to preserve its traditions for future generations.

BondRiv:
Rascality like this result in a state of emergency. Adeleke has shown his penchant for lawlessness and disregard of the judiciary. He shouldn't force the president's hand. He should retrace his steps now.

gigabyte13:
Why do you need the South
I thought you guys said
The North vote is the only vote needed to be a president.....
Una think say na
Miyetti allah election be this one

yyba:
Shay Mauritanians are allowed to vote in Nigeria's election? Just asking for a friend

givedemwotowoto:
How Imo people re-elected Hope remains a puzzle. I saw the iRev result and he won in all LGs. How is that possible if they don’t like him?

Konquest:
Mr. 'Bayo Onanuga is absolutely qualified to speak on this irresponsible comments from Suke Lamido and he was (and still is) very close to the now President 'Bola Tinubu so he is very qualified as an investigative journalist (and guerilla journalist) and one of the greatest pro-democracy movement activists during the terrible corrupt, military dictatorship years of the 1980s right into the 1990s when people where being assassinated and bombed to death by Abacha's killer "Strike Force" led by Maj. Al-Mustapha. 'Bayo Onanuga is one of the many men and women whose sacrifices helped to restore democracy in 1999!

You're obviously a young person who wasn't alive during the June 12 1993 elections or you were still a toddler otherwise you wouldn't say things about someone you weren't originally close to. What you wrote up there and the images you ATTACHED from Kola and 'Bode George are based on pure conjectures. I voted last in Nigeria on June 12, 1993 and I'm very familiar with the sequence of events that panned out during that period including how the then Senator 'Bola Tinubu worked very closely before, during and after the June 12, 1993 elections with Basorun M.K.O Abiola to actualize the democratic mandate.

Those screenshots you attached to your post from the year 2019 are highly defamatory and unverified stories from the two people quoted there. Just making wild statements.

How is it possible that a Senator would lobby to be a Commissioner in Lagos according to Kola? That a total downgrade in position. A lot of FALSE rumors and propaganda flew around during the aftermath of the June 12, 1993 elections and we're institigated by insidious agents of the military dictatorships who used the NTA and other propaganda news outlets and Kola got misled with false information. If you asked 'Kola the same question today if the story he granted in 2019 was verified and his source of information, he would exhonerate 'Bola Tinubu and this is the problem I have with people relying upon and bringing up past online and offline articles that are stale and discredited still being circulated online. Some FAKE stories have been pulled from the official Websites of newspapers after being found to be defamatory and FALSE with apologies offered to those offended.

'Bola Tinubu MUST ensure that these old newspaper articles do NOT remain online as very gullible readers see these things and think they are true. President 'Bola Tinubu partly has himself to blame for NOT leading the way to ensuring that these defamatory stories about him circulating around are dealt with legally and ruthlessly. You CANNOT be priding yourself as a democrat by allowing all kinds of nonsense to be published about you in this Internet and social media era when bad news travels fast and there are paid trolls out there deliberately spreading massive disinformation.

UpaIweka:
Did Peter Obi Accept Abacha Appointment After He Assasinated Kudirat Abiola Alfred Rewane & MkO ?!

I think Nigerians need to know this truth. This aside his pandora bagages, N250 million Akpoyibo caught with his personal convoy n many others fraudulent actovities..

Nigerians I like your opinion on this. Wailers n obidient are also welcome to cintrubute.

VeryWickedMan:
Kudirat Abiola, a woman, fought Abacha face to face in Nigeria while Bola Ahmed Tinubu fled to London to fight Abacha.

Mccullum:
Who gave Obi an appointment at Tin-Can Port in Lagos, Abacha appreciated Obi's role in abortion of June 12th.

Obi can't withstand Tinubu on struggles for democracy. Verify records are there.

No amount of money 💰 given to you will give you strength to defend this successfully. Hypocritical Obi worked for military Juntas while Tinubu was on exile running for his life in order not to be killed by Abacha.

helinues:
But the Agulu fraud gracefully accepted the position to be one of the board members of the port in Lagos.

While others were fighting for the restoration of democracy back to Nigeria, Peter Obi accepted appointments from Abacha as he never believed in democracy. No wonder he didn't conduct local government election for good 7 years

…Denies linking Amaechi, El-Rufai, Atiku, Obi to registration of new party

ABUJA – Former Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Babachir Lawal, has ruled out the formation of a new political party ahead of the 2027 general elections, citing time constraints and the need for immediate political consolidation.

In an exclusive interview with Vanguard, Lawal, a key figure in the emerging opposition coalition, confirmed that the group has opted to merge with an existing political party rather than pursue the rigorous process of registering a new one.

“We’ve concluded that we are joining an existing party. Critical members have already resigned to make room for new leadership,” Lawal said. “We’re finalising the list of leaders for key positions such as chairman, secretary, organising secretary, and treasurer.”

According to him, the coalition initially explored two options: the registration of a new party or the merger with an existing one. However, after assessing various political platforms—some plagued with legal battles and internal crises—the coalition settled for a party deemed to have minimal legal complications and greater flexibility for accommodation.

“Some parties had court cases, leadership tussles, or were simply unwilling to make room for us. But we’ve found one that is both welcoming and viable,” he added.

Lawal also addressed confusion stemming from the activities of a splinter group led by Dr. Usman Ardo, Convener of the League of Northern Democrats, who is pushing for the registration of a new party, the All Democratic Alliance (ADA).

He accused the group of falsely associating political heavyweights such as Rotimi Amaechi, Nasir El-Rufai, Atiku Abubakar, and Peter Obi with the ADA initiative without their consent.

“Ardo has been name-dropping without authorisation. While we can’t stop him from trying to register a party, we’re focused on what is realistic. There’s simply not enough time to register and stabilise a new party before the 2027 election campaigns begin,” Lawal insisted.

The former SGF disclosed that the coalition is made up of ex-members of the All Progressives Congress (APC), former ministers from the Buhari administration, and influential political figures like Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi—though not as official representatives of their current political parties.

He also pointed to the deepening crisis within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), suggesting it presents an opportunity for the coalition to attract disaffected members.

“If Nyesom Wike takes over PDP, 90% of the members who oppose him won’t join APC. They’ll likely come to us, and that will significantly boost our strength,” he said.

Lawal further revealed that legal steps required for the coalition’s merger with the selected party are nearly complete. The party has already convened its National Executive Committee (NEC) and National Working Committee (NWC) meetings to accommodate the incoming members.

He emphasized that members of the coalition are joining as individuals, not under the banner of any political bloc or party.

“Many of us are former APC members. Atiku and Obi are with us, but not as official emissaries of their current platforms. This is an independent initiative aimed at providing a genuine alternative for Nigerians,” Lawal clarified.

He reaffirmed the coalition’s commitment to building an inclusive and credible political platform that can offer a strong challenge in the 2027 elections.

“We believe this is the most practical and strategic path forward. Any claims to the contrary are either misinformed or deliberately misleading,” Lawal concluded.

honor4me:
Let us begin by stating a basic but critical truth: democratic dissatisfaction is not in itself a diagnosis of leadership failure. Democracies, by their very nature, accommodate dissent, opposition, and coalition-building. That is a healthy sign, not a destabilizing one. What we must scrutinize is the substance and authenticity of the opposition’s claims, not merely the noise they generate.

On the Claim of Discontent with Tinubu’s Governance

Political observers may suggest that widespread discontent is driving this opposition, but such a claim demands closer inspection. Is this discontent rooted in a rigorous analysis of governance outcomes? Or is it politically convenient posturing by politicians still nursing electoral defeats?

President Tinubu inherited a structurally fragile economy, a fractured political climate, and deep institutional weaknesses. Despite these realities, the administration has made bold, albeit difficult, policy decisions—subsidy removal, FX unification, and revenue reforms—actions long delayed by past governments. These decisions are not always popular in the short term, but they are essential for long-term national recovery.

No serious student of political economy can deny that these reforms are textbook prescriptions for fiscal sustainability. One must ask: are the promoters of the ADA opposed to these reforms in substance, or simply the discomfort that change inevitably brings?

On Security and Development

It is disingenuous to frame the Tinubu administration as having “failed to address pressing national issues” without acknowledging that security challenges are historical and systemic—not manufactured in the last year.

There have been notable operational gains: kinetic operations against terrorists in the North, anti-banditry strategies in the Middle Belt, and security collaborations with state governments in the South. The administration has also initiated significant investments in police reform and intelligence coordination.

Developmentally, infrastructure continues, particularly road and rail connectivity, and there are strong pushes for industrial policy around digital economy, gas, and agriculture. If critics fail to recognize these efforts, it is not due to their absence—it is because their politics depends on pretending nothing has changed.

On the Coalition and the ADA Project

The idea of a fresh political platform is not new in Nigeria’s history. The formation of new parties often signals political rebranding, not ideological redefinition. The ADA’s manifesto, based on lofty metaphors of trees and symbols of “renewal,” lacks the rigor of a true ideological framework. There is no clear economic blueprint, no fiscal stance, no national integration policy.

Moreover, we must be honest about its architects. Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi failed to unite in 2023 not because of Tinubu, but because of ego, strategy mismatch, and an absence of trust. To believe they will now forge unity under a new umbrella without resolving those fundamental contradictions is historically naive.

The coalition is also hampered by lack of cohesion, ideological clarity, and competing ambitions. Nigerians are not blind to these realities. That is why, despite dissatisfaction with the system, there is no spontaneous mass movement behind ADA. The youth, whom they claim to target, remember the roles many coalition leaders played in previous governments. Credibility cannot be declared—it must be earned.

On the Viability of the ADA in 2027

Let us be clear: 2027 will not be won by rhetoric, nostalgia, or political experimentation. It will be decided by capacity, clarity of purpose, and the ability to deliver. President Tinubu’s administration is laying the groundwork for economic stabilization, institutional reform, and global reengagement.

The opposition may form ten parties or one mega-party—what matters is whether they present a coherent, costed, and believable path forward. So far, they have not.

And to the argument that forming a new party is a “symbolic rebirth of democracy,” I say this: democracy is not reborn through paperwork; it is reborn through performance, discipline, and continuity. Tinubu’s leadership is navigating difficult terrain, not because of incompetence, but because he’s choosing to confront what his predecessors postponed.

Conclusion

As a scholar of history and politics, I respect the constitutional right of citizens to organize, protest, and challenge power. That is democracy. But I also know, as history teaches us, that change without direction is chaos, and coalitions without principle are short-lived.

The ADA and its backers are welcome to contest the 2027 elections. But they must do so with clear policies, a clean record, and a coherent vision. Until then, President Tinubu remains the most prepared, most experienced, and most structurally oriented leader Nigeria has had in the Fourth Republic—and deserves the opportunity to finish what he has started.

Let the opposition organize. Let the president govern. And let Nigerians judge.

ArcSEMPECJ:
It didn't take years, Politics is a game of interest, and what you bring to the table matters Alot than what you promised to bring later....
Tinubu presented a betrayal formula against the South and a Muslim Muslim ticket to the North....all promises from the look , favoured the North( Fulanis) so much and they signed to the agenda immediately....

Wike was able to switch with Tinubu because of what he brought to the table and that made him a Minister today, if he had nothing to bring, he won't be noticed as of today, so will you say that Wike has been working for so many years to be Minister under TINUBU?

stuffs2002:
The butcher of Southern Kaduna is the one leading a coalition against Tinubu

Austino50:
Wicked country na 2k them wan give a whole SP of police who retired after 35yrs of service, money wey no reach wiked wike to take one glass of whisky

abc115:
Seun, if you allow comment like this, you and the person will be held responsible for you to fetch him out. We are ready to hold him accountable for such irresponsible comment

NgeneUkwenu:
Some of you are still KG students in politics. No Jupiter can remove Tinubu in 2027. The kind of figures you will see roll out for him, will cripple your subsequent participations in electoral process. That Jonathan was too dull to have allowed opposition remove him, shouldn't make you all feel you can just wake up and form one useless party to try your luck again..