KnowAll: He ruled Singapore for 31 years 1959 to 1990. No wonder we are not doing well in Africa especially Nigeria. This 4 years business will not take us anywhere. In Nigeria they actually Governed for 2 years by the third year they are preparing for another election and all governance goes into the bin.
I also looked at Dubai they have an absolute Monarch no wonder on man can have a vision in the early 1990’s and by the 2000’s it has come to fruition. Same thing King of Morocco, not to mention President Kigame of Rwanda.
This 4 years business is not going to take us anywhere. Look at Lagos - Calabar expressway it would take at least 8 years b4 that project will finish if well funded. But if not well funded it can take between 20 to 30 years if not outright abandoned.
So we need to look at our Govenace system to determine what is good for us.
I will suggest the term should be increased to 5 years per term. And secondly the second term elections should be an indirect election conducted by electronic voting of 3 voters per ward. Assuming we have 10,000 wards these ward delegates will vote by using their telephone numbers to vote for the second term elections.
By so doing we would have not only have saved money by going through the rigours of a very expensive election cycle but we would have safe time so that development can continue without hindrance.
3 delegates per ward will give us 30,000 delegates which is manageable for a presidency election.
What do you guys think otherwise we would be wasting our time. This method clearly does not work.
I remember when Jonathan was compared to him
We had military ruler who couldn't achieve any Tangible thing in power
IbileIfe: While Apple maintains the same core hardware (like processors and cameras) worldwide, iPhones sold in the USA are structurally different from those sold in Africa. Because there are no official Apple Retail Stores in Africa, devices are imported from various regions and differ in several key ways:
SIM Card Support: USA models (iPhone 14 and newer) are completely eSIM-only and do not have a physical SIM tray. African markets typically import international versions from Europe, the Middle East, or Asia, which usually still retain at least one physical SIM slot.
Cellular & 5G Bands: USA models include millimeter-wave (mmWave) 5G antennas tailored for US carriers, which are often not present on models imported to Africa.
Model Numbers: iPhones destined for different markets have distinct model numbers. For example, US devices end in "LL/A", while those meant for Europe or the Middle East may end in "B/A" or "AE/A".
Regional Restrictions: Some features are disabled depending on where the phone was originally sourced. For instance, Middle Eastern variants sometimes disable FaceTime due to local government restrictions.
Purchasing & Warranty Caution If you are buying an iPhone in Nigeria (or elsewhere in Africa) from independent retailers or third-party importers, it is common to encounter used "foreign-used" or refurbished devices (often referred to locally as "London-used" or "USA-used".
Apple does not offer global warranties for iPhones, so official Apple support or screen replacements for US models might not be honored in Africa. To check your device's origin, go to Settings > General > About and look at the letters right before the slash in the Model Number.
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The iPhones used in the US are not even made in the US.
There's a lot of US used iPhones in Nigeria
There is almost no difference between most of the iPhones used in Nigeria and the ones in the US
FatimaAbubakar: It's Jonathan's disgrace, and not yours. I don't see you using same energy to criticise that political fraudster and drug criminal called Tinubu. You called Jonathan's emergence a national disgrace while Tinubu's atrocities are national honour, right?
PigTormentor: So no Nigerian money has ever been spent on building your own state and cities? Can anyone from other region try to contest in your state or local government? Pls stop the hypocrisy.
Yes, people from other regions and state do contest in my state.
Abuja indigenes were all paid and given lands in other states. Some of them got the money and land but didn't leave.
adetoya234: The honeymoon is over. The likes of Sumila who hails from a part of the country that don’t tolerate rigging have seen the handwriting on the wall.
Which part of the country is he from that does not Tolerate rigging?
Hunter2009: Buratai Outlines Path to Defeating Insecurity After Oyo School Abductions
The former Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Tukur Buratai (retd), has identified political transitions and the complicity of some unscrupulous politicians as key drivers of the rising wave of insecurity and school abductions currently plaguing the country, particularly in the Southwest.
The former military chief, who served as Nigeria’s longest-serving Army boss in democratic history, spoke during an exclusive interview on TVC News, where he dissected the recent kidnapping of students and teachers in Oyo State.
'Politicians Benefit from Insecurity'
General Buratai did not mince words regarding the role of political actors in the nation’s security crisis. He alleged that some politicians exploit the prevailing insecurity for personal gain, particularly in remote areas where government presence is sparse.
“Unfortunately, the plain truth is that some politicians benefit from the activities of these terrorists,” Buratai stated. He explained that these actors often utilize local thugs who eventually evolve into bandits or insurgents to achieve their political ends, leaving communities vulnerable to criminal elements that operate from the shadows.
The 'Transition' Trap
Analyzing the recurrence of attacks, Buratai observed a disturbing pattern: security operations often experience a lull during political transitions, which insurgents strategically exploit to heighten their activities.
“You discover that these terrorists or insurgents have a particular pattern, mainly when there are political activities or when there are transitions from one administration to the other,” he noted. He added that during these periods, funding for critical security operations often becomes difficult to secure, creating a vacuum that criminal groups readily fill.
Rescue Operations and the 'Collateral' Dilemma
Addressing the public outcry over the delay in rescuing victims of the recent Oyo abduction, the retired General cautioned against expecting swift, kinetic military solutions in every instance. He emphasized that hostage rescue is a "delicate" operation where the primary concern remains preventing collateral damage to the victims.
While acknowledging that security agencies possess the capacity to track communications, he defended the military’s cautious approach, stating that rushing into a combat situation could jeopardize the lives of the school children and teachers held captive.
On the contentious issue of ransom, Buratai maintained a firm stance: “Paying of ransom is very counter-productive,” he warned, arguing that it only emboldens the perpetrators to conduct more kidnappings.
Strategic Recommendations
To stem the tide, the former Ambassador to the Republic of Benin recommended a multi-pronged approach:
Decentralized Counter-Terrorism: He advocated for the expansion of the National Security Adviser’s counterterrorism center to include state-level branches, equipped with high-tech surveillance and operations rooms.
Strengthening Forces: He called for the continued recruitment and training of more troops and policemen, alongside improved welfare packages to ensure personnel remain motivated.
Government-Community Trust: He urged the federal government to deploy high-level delegations to all affected regions, not just as a gesture of empathy, but as a strategic communication tool to reassure citizens of their safety.
As the nation watches the unfolding crisis in Oyo State, Buratai’s submissions serve as a stark reminder that while military might is essential, the battle against insurgency requires political will, intelligence, and an uncompromising stance against the political profiteers of violence.
treesun: A former Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Tukur Buratai (rtd), has questioned claims that security agencies are unable to locate bandits and kidnappers who openly share videos and communicate from their hideouts.
The former Nigerian Ambassador to Benin Republic insisted that authorities have the capacity to track such criminals.
PUNCH Online recalls that gunmen abducted schoolchildren and teachers from three schools in Orire Local Government Area of Oyo State, and later beheaded one of the teachers.
Buratai spoke during an interview on TVC on Monday while reacting to concerns over the increasing use of social media and video recordings by criminal groups operating across the country.
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The retired lieutenant general said he did not believe security agencies lacked the ability to trace bandits who frequently publicise their activities.
“I don’t think they failed to locate. If they can locate ordinary citizens or social media influencers, I don’t believe they can locate these bandits that flaunt their loot or whatever activities they do,” he said.
While stopping short of directly criticising security agencies, Buratai suggested there could be reasons behind their operational decisions.
“I would not like to say it is a capacity-building challenge, but I think they may have their reasons,” he said.
The former army chief stressed the need to strengthen Nigeria’s security architecture through continuous training, recruitment and improved welfare for security personnel.
“There must be capacity building of all the security agencies, and continuously,” he said. “There is a need for more operatives. We need more troops to be recruited, more operatives and more policemen.”
He also highlighted the importance of regular retraining and better living conditions for security personnel.
Related News Abia doctors threaten strike over kidnapped surgeon DSS dismisses reports of writer Okey Ndibe’s arrest, explains airport stop Manhunt begins as gunmen kill two police officers in Anambra “They should be trained and retrained. Their welfare is very important. Let us have good accommodation. They must have good accommodation,” he said.
Speaking on whether Nigeria has specialised units capable of carrying out high-risk hostage rescue operations, Buratai said the armed forces possess such capabilities.
“I will not tell you exactly or be specific, but generally we have within the military specialised units trained for such rescue missions,” he said.
According to him, the Nigerian Navy’s Special Boat Service and the Nigerian Army’s Special Forces are equipped and trained for rescue operations and VIP protection assignments.
“The Special Boat Service is trained for such rescue missions. Even the Nigerian Army has Special Forces. They have rescue and VIP protection capabilities,” he said.
However, Buratai noted that operational decisions in kidnapping cases are often shaped by concerns over hostage safety and the risk of collateral damage.
“The sensitivity of that type of kidnap, the location and those involved, and the danger of collateral damage may play a very important part,” he added.
Buratai also advocated the expansion of the National Counter Terrorism Centre under the Office of the National Security Adviser, saying improved coordination and technological capacity would strengthen the fight against terrorism and kidnapping.
“The Office of the National Security Adviser has a Counter Terrorism Centre. I think the commander there is a professional and highly strategic officer,” he said.
He proposed the establishment of state branches of the centre equipped with advanced technology and operational facilities.
“If it can be further expanded to have state branches of the Counter Terrorism Centre with highly technical equipment and very good operations centres or situation rooms, they will be able to do a lot in coordination with the security agencies and the military,” Buratai said.
Whenever I see a Nigerian threatening to take anyone to court I never take them serious.
If someone infringed your rights take him to court.
Everything else lere said is true ( asides violating your privacy ofcourse which I don't support)... at least the part where he said you should have contested in your place.
Emeka ike did politics at the actors guild level and isn't exactly a trustworthy and good one. He comes across as a confusionist when it comes to Politics.
Many of these people are just looking for a way to cross into politics to have a piece of the national cake not because they have the interest of serving.
Political positions in Nigeria should be made unlucrative and unattractive so only those with the interest of the country should seek for positions!
No Nigerian should be stop from contesting in Abuja which was constructed with Nigerian money
Validated: Matters arising. With the Appeal Court judgement reinstating the Beke led leadership in Rivers State, Rotimi Amaechi has technically assumed leadership of the Rainbow Coalition. If Wike can control APC from PDP, then nothing stops Amaechi from controlling from ADC. Then, there is the Makinde APM factor. The drunkard of Rivers is now an IDP.
The way you Obidients just carry Wike matter for head because he dealt with IPOB in Rivers eh
HopeNeverDies: They’ve got no impact …sadly. My cousin who is a Nigerian Army says he prefers the Air Force more than the navy and even admits he hates them like craze coz they’re most times useless , even the Air force too sef Dey useless …
Are you sure your cousin in the Army truly say this?
Northernblood8: When children (Students) were massacred in Aba by soldiers during python dance, nobody remembered justice for the kids.
Double standard, I am still waiting for endsars people to present evidence just like Obigbo evidence full everywhere. Today, fake endsars massacre is louder than Obigbo massacre, double standard
FatimaAbubakar: No school, be it public or private will be shut because of the Oyo State event. Let the schools in the southwest be shut down. They can shutdown their schools for as long as they want, but children in the southeast, South-South and the north will be going to school. He who brings ants-infested woods to his house shouldn't complain when lizards visit.
Obogidi: Can Nigeria still get better with every past regime of president is better than present, If it doesn't get better, What is our fate as common mass?..
Morizo: He means the ladies that service politicians during campaigns.
Seem you haven't been followed a campaign trail before that moves from LG to LG or from Town to town. Girls are booked ahead in every town that these men used to relax for the night. Sometimes these ladies are even imported from Abuja, Lagos, PH or Owerri to the state they are to work during campaigns.
They have specific teams that takes care of that particular brand of welfare and there's a code name they call it amongst these politicians 😁
yarimo: over Sabi you must answer this simple question. Was Obasanjo not a PDP president when three governors were impeached? Isn't that simple question
There's nothing like over Sabi
Due process was not followed when he was impeached.
yarimo: over Sabi you must answer this simple question. Was Obasanjo not a PDP president when three governors were impeached? Isn't that simple question
Obasanjo supported the impeachment of the 3 governors by the state assemblies, without federal support, the state lawmakers in the 3 states won't carry out the impeachments.
You're the clown who is not ready to focus on my main point which is
State Lawmakers can't impeach a Governor in present day Nigeria without the support of the FG
You can't compare what happened in Anambra state with the scenario in Oyo or Ekiti.
In Ekiti, 22 lawmakers who had the backing of Abuja was operating in Lagos, without the support of ABJ, they would have been powerless against Fayose.
yarimo: just simple question you are typing long rubbish. Was Obasanjo not a PDP president when three governors were impeached? isn't that a simple question Mr over Sabi
I thought you're someone with common sense, I shouldn't have wasted my time on you
Obasanjo supported the illegal impeachment of Fayose in 2006
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