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| Chukwa Umunna Withdraws From Labour Leadership Race by ChangeisHere(op): 11:35am On May 15, 2015 |
Shadow business secretary Chuka Umunna has withdrawn from the Labour party leadership contest.Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-32748106 1 Like
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| Re: Chukwa Umunna Withdraws From Labour Leadership Race by Tearg1: 11:38am On May 15, 2015 |
He just pulled a master stroke!!!! 2 Likes |
| Re: Chukwa Umunna Withdraws From Labour Leadership Race by ChangeisHere(op): 11:39am On May 15, 2015 |
There are rumours that a UK newspaper will be publishing something very bad about his personal life "I have not found it to be a comfortable experience." 2 Likes |
| Re: Chukwa Umunna Withdraws From Labour Leadership Race by okooloyun1(m): 11:42am On May 15, 2015 |
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| Re: Chukwa Umunna Withdraws From Labour Leadership Race by EverestdeBliu(m): 11:44am On May 15, 2015*. Modified: 12:03pm On May 15, 2015 |
mdfd: something tells me that he's simply not just over-ambitious 2 Likes |
| Re: Chukwa Umunna Withdraws From Labour Leadership Race by Autolord: 11:44am On May 15, 2015*. Modified: 12:17pm On May 15, 2015 |
An Igbo man will rule the United Kingdom very soon. Maybe not now but, very soon. Why are the Igbos taking over the world? 11 Likes |
| Re: Chukwa Umunna Withdraws From Labour Leadership Race by Lovexme(m): 11:44am On May 15, 2015 |
Trending on twitter. |
| Re: Chukwa Umunna Withdraws From Labour Leadership Race by feedthenation(m): 11:44am On May 15, 2015 |
Why the sudden change of his intention - he was one of the first to declared running for the leadership post. |
| Re: Chukwa Umunna Withdraws From Labour Leadership Race by AnneMomoh: 11:44am On May 15, 2015 |
Hmm, nice Bold attempt 1 Like |
| Re: Chukwa Umunna Withdraws From Labour Leadership Race by Ezenwammadu(m): 11:44am On May 15, 2015 |
What did he commit that makes him afraid of media scrutiny. lt is very unusual for lgbos to back down from a fight even if he knows he will lose.At least he would have left a mark 8 Likes |
| Re: Chukwa Umunna Withdraws From Labour Leadership Race by craleonic: 11:45am On May 15, 2015 |
Nigerians don't bend to pressure easily like this jor. There is much more to this. 3 Likes |
| Re: Chukwa Umunna Withdraws From Labour Leadership Race by fabulousdora(f): 11:45am On May 15, 2015 |
The federal government should try and reduce the no of political party in nigeria just like americans it ll enable them fish out thieves and reduce desperation for power.... |
| Re: Chukwa Umunna Withdraws From Labour Leadership Race by umarc19: 11:45am On May 15, 2015 |
Here is his full statement: ‘Shortly before the election campaign, I made the decision, in the event that Labour was defeated and a new Leader was to be elected, to stand for the leadership of the party if there was a desire in the party for me to do so. ‘I dearly hoped Labour would win the election and it was a decision I would not have to implement. I also thought I understood the scrutiny and attention a leadership contest would bring. ‘As a member of the Shadow Cabinet, I am used to a level of attention which is part and parcel of the job. I witnessed the 2010 leadership election process close up and thought I would be comfortable with what it involved. ‘However since the night of our defeat last week I have been subject to the added level of pressure that comes with being a leadership candidate. I have not found it to be a comfortable experience. One can imagine what running for leader can be like, understand its demands and attention but nothing compared to actually doing it and the impact on the rest of one’s life. ‘Consequently after further reflection I am withdrawing my candidacy. I apologise to all those who have kindly supported and encouraged me to to do this and for disappointing them. I know this will come as a surprise to many but I had always wondered whether it was all too soon for me to launch this leadership bid – I fear it was. ‘Most importantly, I continued to have very real concerns and worry about this bid’s impact on those close to me. I intend to carry on playing my full role as a proud member of our Shadow Cabinet taking on the Tories. I also hope to play a leading role in Labour’s campaign to keep the UK in the EU during the forthcoming referendum which is absolutely crucial. Most importantly, I will as ever continue to serve the area I know and love – the Streatham parliamentary constituency.’ 1 Like |
| Re: Chukwa Umunna Withdraws From Labour Leadership Race by dunkem21(m): 11:45am On May 15, 2015 |
A master stroke ..pull out when the ovation is loudest and make people want more. It is the same principle of surprise that GEJ pulled to remain a Hero! Umunna ..MY ROLE MODEL! 8 Likes 1 Share |
| Re: Chukwa Umunna Withdraws From Labour Leadership Race by Boscojugunu(m): 11:46am On May 15, 2015 |
D igbo boy no get liver 1 Like |
| Re: Chukwa Umunna Withdraws From Labour Leadership Race by handie(m): 11:47am On May 15, 2015 |
Does this Umunna of AA fellow even know Nigeria? Would his labour leadership have been of benefit to Nigeria and Nigerians in anyway? Does he understand kedu? Abeg leave this Umunna fellow and let's focus on issues concerning Nigeria and Nigerians jare. 4 Likes |
| Re: Chukwa Umunna Withdraws From Labour Leadership Race by maverick24(m): 11:47am On May 15, 2015 |
Impressive but honestly I don't buy this His excuse for stepping down. I guess strong propaganda is on the loose here. He might not have the opportunity again |
| Re: Chukwa Umunna Withdraws From Labour Leadership Race by MbaanabaraAgu(m): 11:47am On May 15, 2015 |
It's part of the awareness strategy....a good politician knows when to stay...when to walk away and when to run....you will get there someday....#God bless our hustle. 1 Like |
| Re: Chukwa Umunna Withdraws From Labour Leadership Race by sukkot: 11:47am On May 15, 2015 |
oyinbo done yab am tire the guy run. the guy allowed himself to be gassed up by tony blair 6 Likes |
| Re: Chukwa Umunna Withdraws From Labour Leadership Race by igbsam(m): 11:48am On May 15, 2015 |
They have discovered a skeleton in his cupboard and threatened him with it 6 Likes |
| Re: Chukwa Umunna Withdraws From Labour Leadership Race by Boscojugunu(m): 11:49am On May 15, 2015 |
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| Re: Chukwa Umunna Withdraws From Labour Leadership Race by MbaanabaraAgu(m): 11:49am On May 15, 2015 |
Boscojugunu:shut up you child of hate and anger from the jealous tribe. Since you get liver tell me how many of your tribesmen in British Parliament if not to drive taxi in UK 9 Likes |
| Re: Chukwa Umunna Withdraws From Labour Leadership Race by stabillo(m): 11:50am On May 15, 2015 |
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| Re: Chukwa Umunna Withdraws From Labour Leadership Race by Bants(m): 11:50am On May 15, 2015 |
The guy is super cool but UK is not ready for a black PM 2 Likes |
| Re: Chukwa Umunna Withdraws From Labour Leadership Race by madridsta007(m): 11:51am On May 15, 2015 |
Boscojugunu:Hehehehe! He announces, he is a Nigerian. He withdraws, he is an 'Igbo boy' Okay o. Kontinu. 9 Likes |
| Re: Chukwa Umunna Withdraws From Labour Leadership Race by veraponpo(m): 11:52am On May 15, 2015 |
Why did you dash our hope of producing another Obama? My hope was high on you man. why  |
| Re: Chukwa Umunna Withdraws From Labour Leadership Race by ApexTitan(m): 11:52am On May 15, 2015 |
ChangeisHere:And here you are helping the whisper campaign. Well done. |
| Re: Chukwa Umunna Withdraws From Labour Leadership Race by doyinbaby(f): 11:52am On May 15, 2015 |
Media scrutiny is something politicians can't escape sorry 1 Like |
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