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selemempe:
lol...we do u guys lie boldly? During the regional era the east was Africa's fastest growing economy.

We were the largest exporter of palm products in the world.

In industry, the coal mines of Enugu managed by the Nigerian Coal Corporation and Nigersteel's rolling mill which used steel scraps to produce mild steel bars were one of the few coal mines and steel plants in operation in West Africa in 1963. During the NCNC led government, a cement factory was established at Nkalagu, Nigerian Breweries chose a stout factory at Aba, a Tobacco and glass making plant was located at Port Harcourt. Oil mining in the region started by Shell D' Archy in 1937 did not yield commercial quantities until 1957. But by 1965, oil was a promising source of income.
In commerce, the port in ph was the 2nd largest import and export port in Nigeria after Apapa. Mind u, lagos was not western region then.

We did best than any other region...google eastern region bro

Everybody knows that you are not economically savvy and the Eastern Region was even trailing the Northern Region.

The SW led by Awolowo did not borrow a kobo to prosecute the civil war when he was the finance `minister´.....That is savvy.

First skyscraper in sub saharan Africa was built by the Yorubas.

Free health care.

Best roads.

Best infrastructures.

Industrial areas.

First newspaper.

Richest region...that they have to lend Nigeria money,twice.

Can´t say it better than this Hausa Fulani man.....

Igboland...SE was very far behind...

dukeprince50:
Economic strength of a country doesn't depend on selling spare parts, wat is difficult to understand

Tell them to answer this first.If you are good,let us see what you have done before.

I really respect the Igbos for their positive potentials but I cannot lay my hands on any business they have built that had lasted like the Tribune,Punch,Iwe alaroye,alabukun,Odua group etc of the Yorubas.

dukeprince50:
Economic strength of a country doesn't depend on selling spare parts, wat is difficult to understand

I even asked them to name a company own by an Igbo or group of them that has lasted longer than 40 or 30 years.They were dunmbfounded.They are just imagining things based on 2×2 shops that have not stop them going to Mal......... ..

Ritchiee:
I even asked them to name a company own by an Igbo or group of them that has lasted longer than 40 or 30 years.They were dunmbfounded.They are just imagining things based on 2×2 shops that have not stop them going to Mal......... ..

They keep making noise just because they have small shops that they sell chargers and repair phones, Check 10 most industrious states and na dem make noise pass

1 Lagos State US$33,679
2 Rivers State US$21,073
3 Delta State US$16,749
4 Oyo State US$16,121
5 Imo State US$14,212
6 Kano State US$12,393
7 Edo State US$11,888
8 Akwa Ibom State US$11,179
9 Ogun State US$10,470
10 Kaduna State US$10,334

Ritchiee:
Everybody knows that you are not economically savvy and the Eastern Region was even trailing the Northern Region.

The SW led by Awolowo did not borrow a kobo to prosecute the civil war when he was the finance `minister´.....That is savvy.

First skyscraper in sub saharan Africa was built by the Yorubas.

Free health care.

Best roads.

Best infrastructures.

Industrial areas.

First newspaper.

Richest region...that they have to lend Nigeria money,twice.

Can´t say it better than this Hausa Fulani man.....

Igboland...SE was very far behind...

You are a liar and a big fraud my friend
The eastern region as at 1964 had the following:
1. Most valuable coal mines in Africa (Enugu)
2. Most Valuable oil wells in Sub Sahara Africa (oloibiri Rivers)
3. The world's largest producer of palm products
4. 2nd largest sea port in Nigeria (after lagos)

Mr west nigeria tell me what exactly the west had then to make them an economic power house. Cocoa? Lol. U guys will hate the internet las las because we will now burst ur lies.
If Awolowo was so confident, he could have declared u guys independent too when we left.
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eastern_Region,_Nigeria

Ritchiee:
I even asked them to name a company own by an Igbo or group of them that has lasted longer than 40 or 30 years.They were dunmbfounded.They are just imagining things based on 2×2 shops that have not stop them going to Mal......... ..

You didn't remember that Igbos fought the civil war from 1967-1970 and everything was destroyed and they had to start from scratch

50 years later they are already better than you in infrastructure and development

oilPUSSY:
Correction...

Igbos are not third largest ethnic group in Nigeria.

https://www.nairaland.com/4848276/cia-revision-nigerias-ethnic-religious





Again, Igbos are not limited to SE

Exactly what I wanted to point out. Every Igbo person must always watch out and correct the wrong narrative some evil elements are projecting of recent against us. We are not the third largest and never limited to the SE region alone. We must never gloss over it wherever we see such lies. It's s deliberate attempt at reducing our capacity by our enemies. No census bearing ethnic groups have been conducted in Nigeria of recent. As for the regions Igbos occupy as indigenes, these are where we are found: chiefly in SE, great numbers in SS and small amounts in NC( middle belt).

GavelSlam:
Give?

Is that how it is given?

e funny to u 2 ba?
that's d thinking of an average ipobian. u fight everybody yet expect the same ppl to favor u.
"Build bridges (of friendshio) across all tribes" na lie. In don't jazzys voice: "oya come an take it"

Earthquake1:
You didn't remember that Igbos fought the civil war from 1967-1970 and everything was destroyed and they had to start from scratch

50 years later they are already better than you in infrastructure and development

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Ritchiee:
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You don't have thinking ability of your own, do you?

Earthquake1:
You don't have thinking ability of your own, do you?

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Ritchiee:
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I guessed so

Earthquake1:
I guessed so

That Hausa Fulani man has told you the truth.

I cannot lay my hands on any private business Igbos built that had lasted like the Tribune,Punch,Iwe alaroye,alabukun,Odua group etc of the Yorubas.
Can you name one before or after independence ?

Ritchiee:
That Hausa Fulani man has told you the truth.

I cannot lay my hands on any private business Igbos built that had lasted like the Tribune,Punch,Iwe alaroye,alabukun,Odua group etc of the Yorubas.
Can you name one before or after independence ?

How can you have a long lasting business when the entire Igbo land was demolished 50 years ago

Do you have cognitive disabilities? Can you compare your long lasting Tribune to 'The Sun' and Vanguard?

dukeprince50:
lol, the economy of a country doesn't depend on selling spare parts and Motorola chargers.

states by GDP

1 Lagos State US$33,679
2 Rivers State US$21,073
3 Delta State US$16,749
4 Oyo State US$16,121
5 Imo State US$14,212
6 Kano State US$12,393
7 Edo State US$11,888
8 Akwa Ibom State US$11,179
9 Ogun State US$10,470
10 Kaduna State US$10,334,

The way they make noise, one might think they they will have 5 of the 10 states, even NW has two states

To think that the source of this statistics is from the same Igbo-hating government who has done everything in their power to destroy the Igbos without success.
However, how come these same states top the list of the most indebted states and salary defaulters?

freshinsightng:
I hope you aren't making subtle shades at Air Peace for evacuating Nigerians who were stranded in South Africa because that was an exceptional thing to do. Come to think of it the majority of those evacuated would end up being Igbos. Its good to do good as you may just end up saving your own too.

Not true. Check the distribution of the returnees by states of origin. Ogun state tops.

The west detect the lead and the economic direction of this country....the number one tribe that even d north and other tribes see as the boss...lol

Ritchiee:
Thanks bro.You really prolly tried but how would we know that Igbos can turn things around for the better when they have not done that for their region?

Moreover,when every region paddled their own canoes during regional system,the Igbos did not do well.Most of them ran to Ibadan,the capital of Yorubaland then to survive.

I really respect the Igbos for their positive potentials but I cannot lay my hands on any business they have built that had lasted like the Tribune,Punch,Iwe alaroye,alabukun,Odua group etc of the Yorubas.

Maybe I am mistaking one thing for the other but all what you have written do not signify that they will successfully take us out of this economic woes because they do not have an antecedent of being economically savvy.Thanks.

N.B:
I used Yorubaland because they were growing in leaps and bounds until y`all tied them down to go at your own pace....yes,Ironsi did.

Why hasn't your economic savvy Yorubas dragged us out of this perennial economic woes? Obasanjo was there, now your Starboy who even appears more confused and helpless as head of Economic Team, hence his ignominious sack.
Why can't we try another group. There lies the possibility of our redemption rather than reinforcing failures.

Amumaigwe:
Why hasn't your economic savvy Yorubas drag us from this perennial economic woes? Obasanjo was there, now your Starboy who even appears more confused and helpless as head of Economic Team, hence his ignominious sack.
Why can't we try another group. There lies the possibility of our redemption rather than reinforcing failures.

Obasanjo has the savviness and he brought out millions of people out of poverty according to the stat Vanguard published and left a sizeable amount in the reserve but he was there as an Igbo and Hausa candidate.He did their biddings.

effoi:
[s]The Nigerian economy today is in shambles. There are lots of discussions about the solution to problems facing Africa, especially Nigeria. In this article, we talk about the reasons why Igbos might be the solution to Nigeria’s economic woes.

Across ethnic groups in Nigeria, the Igbos are the most dominant and strong-willed natives in the land. With the Fulani-Hausa ethnic groups of northern Nigeria heading the chart, and Yoruba coming in second place, the Igbo tribe remains the third-largest Ethnic group in Nigeria.

These natives occupy majorly five states in the federation which Includes Abia, Enugu, Anambra, Ebonyi, and Imo state.

The Igbos can generally be regarded as highly Industrious and hardworking people. When we want to consider societal and national issues, the Igbos seem to be less likely affected by these problems basically because of some inbuilt qualities they possess.

Attributes of the Igbo People


The Igbo people are courageous

They are always ready any day anytime to surmount every challenge in the pursuit of anything he sets out to accomplish. They are risk-takers and adventurous as they can relocate to a new place that they have never been to make their survival there. They create opportunities out of anything that can ensure their growth and sustenance.

The Igbo man is Resilient

Having the ability to ignore challenges and focus on an opportunity they see makes them very flexible. An Igbo person would start up something minimal and would diligently grow it with pain and hard work till eventually it will grow and flourish.

The Igbo people are creative

They can confidently put things together and make it work, increase and improve the quality of an existing structure for maximum satisfaction.

They have a reliable support system

An Igbo person succeeding in his business will not want to benefit alone; he will take up certain people and make them successful as well. They can work with each other multiplying investments, building clubs, unions, and associations. These natives will always seek to dominate and conquer territories.

They have the entrepreneur spirit

Your success in your business will demand knowledge, mentorship, and of course, the capital. They learn fast and can allow members of their family work for another family where he discovers the trade of his master and also receives mentorship. When he has grown in knowledge, his master will establish him to start his own business by setting up a separate company for him to run or giving him money to make a living out of it. This system of support has made many poor men wealthy for life.

Where the limitations lie

However, Nigeria is the motherland. We have both human and natural resources in this great country. But, we suffer a lot of critical challenges which hinder growth and development.

For a nation that has approximately 200million inhabitants, it’s sad to say that Nigeria has not mastered how to use its human resources for benefit. Nigeria, blessed with natural resources which are both renewable and nonrenewable across the 36 states of the federation, has not adequately utilized the benefits which these natural resources bring.

These natural resources come as limestone, solid minerals, gas deposits, coal deposits, etc. The country is also blessed with fertile lands where agricultural activities can be carried out to provide food and wealth for the nation. But we ignore all of these because we prefer foreign-made goods.

With such great resources available for our use freely, we need our human resources to utilize and turn our natural resources to our favor, and the need for the Igbo cannot be overemphasized.

Nigeria's economic woes have always been a topic that has for long been deliberated upon; be it in our institutions, on the media and even in the national assembly. The problem is not hidden from the masses as we are not ignorant of the facts. But the challenge to move forward must come from us the citizens in collaboration with our political leaders who are not making things right in the rule of governance and laws for the people.

There is a need to rise to our growth and development away from the woes which tie us down, and the Igbos have a significant part to play to make this dream a reality.

The Igbos have the solutions to Nigeria’s economic woes


Looking at the following economic woes, we can see where the Igbos have the solution:

The problem of interaction between the government and society

There needs to be a relationship between the private sector and state civil society. This relationship will enhance economic, political, and social affairs. It is beyond doubt that good governance starts from us, and ethical leadership will provide the right circumstance for its people to experience quality governance and justice. The Igbo in their ability to carry everyone along in their endeavors will not fail to go down to the grassroots, hear the cry of the people, and take up responsibilities for the wellbeing of the nation.

The problem of Corruption among Citizens

The Igbos are known to start up something little and grow it to full maturity. They believe there are no short cuts to success, but with determination and hard work, a lot can be achieved. Corruption affects almost the whole world, but Nigeria’s tails are enormous. When funds that are meant to be for the development of the nation are secretly hurled among top public officials, it becomes a problem as people suffer to make ends meet. The Igbos understand the demands of unity and working together for the greater good. This is why they travel the path of success and never go alone because they carry as many persons as possible."

The problem of poorly executed policies

One of the causes of stunted growth in the economy is greed and inconsistency among political leaders. At the start of their tenure, they come with a new set of rules, policies, and development and neglect the previous policies. One interesting fact to know about the Igbos is their ability to stay focused on a task until it is acquired. This is why they strive for maximum satisfaction. They always pick up from where their predecessors stopped and continue from there till the end.

The problem of poor human development

In a bid to conquer territories, the Igbos build networks, networks that ensure the continuity of life. Their entrepreneurial mindset makes them utilize human resources. Today, the nation suffers a reflection of lousy quality economic health and human development. This problem is bound to continue if nothing is done about it.

The problem of Crime and Terrorism

It is alarming to know that most people have sleepless night because if this problem, some people find it difficult to walk around their neighborhood. Nigeria has failed in this aspect of public security. We experience terrorist attacks, bombings, kidnapping, etc. Nigeria is now classified as the 4th country in the world with the highest mortality rate as a result of conflicts. The Igbos believe in peace and justice for all irrespective of titles and status. Therefore, they find ways to build friendly environments and foster unity in their little communities.

Problem of unemployment

This happens to be the most consistent problem in Nigeria, as many young people get disappointed as the rate of joblessness arises. A lot of Nigerian graduates after graduation have a decrease in morale when they face unemployment. The Igbos are mostly less affected by the country's recession because of their entrepreneurial skills. They are opportunity seekers and make the best of it when brought to them. When we have more avenues for entrepreneurship, employment opportunities will increase in society.

Problem of Education

With the current system of education, there is a need for an upgrade in the educational sector. The Igbos do not believe in Nigeria’s educational system, which is purely theoretical. But we can learn from them in terms of accountability, partnership, transitional knowledge, and mentorship which make the Igbos successful. They create vocational systems where you learn, and they guide you through to the point of independence.

These and many more are where we suffer as Nigerians, and the Igbos are the best bet and solution to the issues of the nation.

There are lots of these natives that have left an impact on the nation; some of which are:

- Chinua Achebe (1930-2013) - A man we can recognize as a novelist, a poet, and a critic.
- Zulu Sofola (1935-1995) - A remarkable woman and the first Nigerian female playwright and dramatist. Also known as the first female professor of Theater Arts in Africa.
- Adiele Afigbo (1937- 2009) - He is a Historian known for the history and histography of Africa and Igbo history.
- Priscilla Ekwere Eleje - First Nigerian female to have her signature on the Nigerian currency and current director of currency operations, Central Bank of Nigeria.
- Major (Dr.) Albert Okonkwo – He was a military administrator in the mid-western states, in 1967.
- Nnamdi Azikiwe (1904 – 1996) - He was Nigeria's foremost president and the Owelle of Onitsha.

Admittedly, the Igbos has so much to give back to the country. It is time to work together, building on the strengths and cultures of our different ethnic groups to solve Nigeria’s economic woes. Indeed, the Igbos are the solution to our financial woes.


Source: https://www.busytape.com/why-igbos-solutions-nigeria-economic-woes/[/s]

Trash. We didn't ask for your admonition. Focus on your tribe.
One anumanu will sit down and be writing useless epistles on Igbo people. Tribalist always using Igbo's to push thread.

Ritchiee:
Obasanjo has the savviness and he brought out millions of people out of poverty according to the stat Vanguard published and left a sizeable amount in the reserve but he was there as an Igbo and Hausa candidate.He did their biddings.

Whose bidding is Starboy doing now and what are his impact as a savvy Western economist?

Amumaigwe:
Whose bidding is Starboy doing now and what are his impact as a savvy Western economist?

they will soon tell u he is a lawyer not an economist

manmen:
Igbo people mumu ooo

Your father and your mama mumu

Your ancestors and future generation mumu

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UdechiHD:
Trash. We didn't ask for your admonition. Focus on your tribe.
One anumanu will sit down and be writing useless epistles on Igbo people. Tribalist always using Igbo's to push thread.

It’s not cool when we turn simple opinion into an opportunity for tribal war. First of all we are Nigerians and would most likely always be so. We must learn to live together without the ethnic card.

If the takented Igbos as you prescribed used their talents for the betterment of Igboland, then a significant part of Nigeria will become better.

horsepower101:
Any Igbo person that sacrifices their talent to save Nigeria from economic woes is a fool. Let us all die here.

The same people you sacrifice to save will continue to hate and despise you. The same people will swear with their lives that you will never rule them. The same people will cheer at your killings. The same people will cheer at any backwards policy that disproportionately affects igbo business.

Any and Every Talented Igbo person should apply their talents towards bettering Igboland and the lives of Igbo people.

Igbos are in every State utilizing their enterpreneural talents. How else do they need to be given chance.

effoi:
I never said that. I am only advocating that perhaps if they are given a chance could bring their entrepreneurial and can do acumen to rescue our dear country.