₦airaland Forum

IkpuMmadu:
Anioma and their identity crisis and confusion are legendary


I’m genuinely surprised by the amount of misunderstanding surrounding this issue.

The primary reason for proposing the creation of an additional state is simple: the South East has only five states, while other zones have six—and one has seven. The goal is to bring the South East in line with the others. That is the main argument behind the entire campaign.

So when people argue that Anioma should not be part of the South East, they completely undermine the very reason the state is being proposed in the first place. If Anioma is excluded, the core objective is lost.

It’s also unrealistic to assume other regions would simply accept another zone gaining a new state without opposition. Other regions also desire additional states, so what exactly is the justification for creating an extra one in the South-South instead? Why would that be any more acceptable nationally?

What makes this even more puzzling is that some seem willing to abandon the chance of having a state of their own simply because they do not want to be associated with the South East. Many argue that this is because they are “not Igbo.” But they currently exist in a zone alongside Benin, Ijaw, Ibibio, and several other distinct ethnic groups.

This raises a deeper question: what real power do geopolitical zones actually have over the internal identity or culture of individual states? Zones are administrative groupings, not ethnic labels. An Isoko person does not suddenly become Efik by sharing a zone, just as an Igala person does not become Nupe for the same reason.

The confusion comes from treating geopolitical zones as ethnic identities, when in reality they are not. Until this distinction is understood, the conversation will continue to miss the point.

If anioma can't be achieved to join south east then another state must be created within south east. I'm of the opinion that anioma state should join south east for equity, but if it is compromised then adada or etiti state should be created.

budaatum:
I would love the world to respond to this by boycotting the 2026 G20, which will be hosted in the Great City of Miami, Florida next year, but I understand how irrelevant dump is and why the 19 might attend.

It wouldn't happen. With many new alliances forming, great powers will always stick together. US is strategically withdrawing from hegemonic (world)power to super power. It is very calculated. The world is changing and it's changing rapidly.

obataokenwa:
Tinubu is not wise at all. North arrested Nnamdi Kanu and refuse to sentence him, but pressured Tinubu to be the one to do the dirty job. Life is turn by turn
Buhari and his cabinet were wise since 2015 to have avoided sentencing him but were doing of and on with him even though all the judges then were northerners. But Tinubu thinks life ends after yoruba rule finish. He has shown that the leaders and people of SE doesnt matter upon all the appeal.

Peace and strategic thinking is always important, that is why when some people like the bandits and terrorists are released, much people ignores it albeit complains. But this is madness

No

Kastonkastroll:
Whats wrong with this girl? Anyway sha I just hope men are learning from this. No dey over do for any woman that is NOT your mother!

Buy the entire world for a woman and tomorrow that same woman will tell you what have you ever done for me.

Pa Ned should cut his loses and let this girl be. Get the custody of your kids and cut off whatever thing you had with her and her family. If Ned continue fighting this people online he will just keep loosing big time and disgrace himself

I doubt Ned is still after her. I think Regina is looking for the kids.

I pray he comes back. He has been one of the best leaders in Nigeria

Salewa97:
We are not interested in any diplomatic row with USA.

Let them retract their statement about invading Nigeria and we would let sleeping dogs lie

What do you mean? Retract the statement that there is no killing of Christian or what?

Horus:
The US Army couldn't beat Vietnam, a very small country. Vietnam's ability to defeat America stemmed from a combination of factors: effective guerrilla warfare tactics, a deep understanding of the local terrain, and strong patriotic motivation

The Vietnam war was a resounding victory for the US on military level. Unless you are talking about the objective. Just like all wars fought by the US. The opposing military are decimated in matter of days or weeks.

Svoboda:
It's obvious the govt lacks a well thought out strategy to diplomatically counter the Christian genocide narrative. The fed govt spokespersons are behaving like dogs barking at a wall. Mali last week went toe to toe with the US by imposing its own visa restrictions on the US after the later had imposed heavy restrictions on Mali citizens wishing to travel to the US. It was a brave tit for tat move that handsomely paid off, as the US govt backed down and yanked off Mali from the list.

Nigeria can do the same, not by having its spokespersons speaking like thugs, but by allowing seasoned diplomats stave off the tension. Unfortunately, the country has no ambassadors posted since 2023.

Are you saying Nigeria should go toe to toe with the US? Nawa o, I don't think you understand the delicate nature of things now.

I'm glad these incidents are been noticed by the international community. I just hope we can achieve tolerance within.

WriiterNg:
Fvck off with your western propaganda.

You think you're talking to half wits here?

Angela Merkel of Germany ruled for 16 years. Maduro has only been in power for 13 years.

Saudi Arabia leaders have been in power for decades.

Same as other US puppet states. I can go all day and name them.

These American thieves are after Venezuela's OIL to aide their failing economy and $38 trillion debt.

since you accuse people of propaganda, then tell us how American economy is failing??

Failed protest.

Master of bigotry and ethnic politics is trying to divert their divisive actions to other ,foolish politicians and with their useful idiots. You guys should continue playing chicken and leave governance.

LordReed:
Tell me what the Democrats have done that you think is for the midterms.

Yes democrats have shown truly that it's political. Look at senator Chuck Schemer stands on government shutdown during Obama presidency and now.

DeepSight:
There is a reason you have police, national guard, etc. The military is not for normal domestic crime. You only call them up for extreme and highly abnormal situations beyond the capacity of the police and other law enforcement. There is no such extreme scenario going on. The only reason is the desire of a child-man to play dictator.

Firstly he (President Trump) is neither a man-child or a dictator. He may have an unorthodox approach to problems but to insinuate he is both man child and a dictator will make anything we say about him perceived as bad. More like calling a dog bad name in order to kill it, and that's not the right rhetoric in a civil conversation. Secondly the drug and gun violence in the US especially cities like Chicago is very abnormal situation. He has Mostly suggested the use of Mostly national guard, ICE etc in collaboration with local law enforcement officers.

DeepSight:
There is no reason on God's good Earth to deploy the US Military to American cities except the childish ego and childish desire of Trump to become a dictator figure.

There are so many reasons to why the military can help the local law enforcement to fight violence. You can see how effective they are at the border. Politics aside, I think it's very important the US military tackles this before facing the gangs out her shores.

LordReed:
Dude don't even go there. How he is handling the government shutdown has made it clear even if you say it wasn't clear before. Using government websites to blame the Dems against the Hatch Act, withholding money for climate change programs from Dem controlled states alone, halting funding of a Mass Transit project in New York. Please you cannot continue turning a blind eye to what is very obvious.

There are too many bias within US politics now. I think if we can theoretically keep a blind eye about left and right politics, we will have a conclusion were both the president/ GOP and Democrat are targeting the midterm.

LordReed:
Then why is he not using crime statistics to target cities? Why is he going after cities run by Democrats? Because it is clear that this is the beginning of a fascisitic enterprise. I will not be surprised if during the elections they just position military units close to ballot boxes to arrest the undesirables aka Democrat leaning voters.

I don't see it that way, I think he is targeting cities of more importance. Handling Chicago will be a very clear signal to criminals elsewhere that it's no more business as usual. Besides most major cities are been controlled by democrats mayor.

0bjpmb:
Why’s my post a thorn on you guy’s body? This is same thing people from your state say all the time even if it’s false, but once someone from Anambra say it, it becomes an issue. My rhetorics are welcomed here, if you don’t like it, go to your own state thread.

okay Mr don't ever criticise me. Your state is the greatest anywhere east of the Niger. Nothing comes close.

MemoriesAndMe:
Military might may solve nothing. Military is meant for wars etc, not the society.Even police can't handle certain situations like gun ownership that's enshrined in the constitution.

I'm not saying the military or other federal agency have to do the policing but root out gangs within the city like Chicago ofcos with the help of the local police.

MemoriesAndMe:
It can't be solved bro. Everybody got guns already. How can any administration tell everyone to submit their guns? There's no limit to how many guns you can own in the US as long as you're not a felon. Even felons buy guns on the streets or order them through the dark web.

In my opinion, it's just impossible to get guns away from everyone in the US. The constitution supports it, so everyone just has to have it for personal protection. Some people just abuse their gun rights and those are the crazy ones we read about all the time doing all these crazy shootings.

There's nothing wrong with owning guns, abusing the right is the problem.
I think what can help is first finding out if the person purchasing a gun is in his or her right mental state. So many people are depressed and unhappy. Selling guns to such people could make them hurt the society, and that's the abuse of the gun laws I mentioned earlier.

Nicely said. So it not out of place to use military might to cleanup the streets then allow the local law enforcement to continue from there. Besides I don't think it's about left or right but logic.

salem1996:
Yes, but if you read through, you'll realized US has made it clear that it'll not recognize a Palestinian State. It has always advocated for a two-state solution with Hamas not being part of the government.

US foreign policies has always been open to two-state solution. I believe if you had read trump's peace plan, you will notice it's open to two state solution.

MKPUOGALIGA:
Everyone is entitled to their opinion. This comment shouldn't bother you because its true. Anambra leads Igbo land in everything, almost. In politics, Education, Healthcare infrastructures, Music, cultural revival, trade and commerce, Human capital etc. Give Anambra her respect!

Okay Jisie Ike. Later I wouldn't be surprised if you will be in another thread arguing irrelevancy. It's good you keep advocating for Anambra greatness without your supremacist mindset. And I guarantee you with your mindset it will be counter productive.

salem1996:
I told someone some days ago that France, UK, and EU nations that were shouting for a Palestinian State only did that out of shame and curiosity. Las las na US be the decider. Very anyhow nations that act without thinking 😜

Accurate. But someone needed to pressure the US to take decisive action.

0bjpmb:
Anambra truly leading Igboland in overall development and advancement. God continue to bless Anambra

What is the essence of these unnecessary comments. Anambra is doing great. We say many good things about the state but your rhetorics can't be welcomed.

MemoriesAndMe:
Correct.
Its actually everywhere, just more pronounced in some major cities like Detroit, Chicago, Atlanta, Baltimore etc. Those being mentioned in the post are not ran by Republican governors. Just like APC thinks a PDP governor is not ok. Just politics.

Pls I would want to know the best way you think these gun violence in US can be solved other than what the current administration is doing?

MemoriesAndMe:
Yes. Its been there for decades, several organizations back the gun laws and even have lobbyists pushing for same.
The second amendment in the US happened in 1791, so guns are everywhere already.
I live in the US, so I know guns are everywhere.You can buy them like you're shopping for candy. Some cities just about it.

Thank God you live over there in US, I'm sure you are aware the gun violence is on the rise in cities like Chicago true or false?

MemoriesAndMe:
But what is the governor's fault around shooting people? The federal gun laws allow non- felons to own and use guns.Unfortunately, some places abuse that privilege.

Blaming the governor for what should've been fixed at a federal level may need a rethink..

I'm sure the gun law has been in place for decades.

fergie001:
Trump addresses US Senior military personnel & Admirals

Pritzker responds via X

Jay Robert Pritzker
Governor of Illinois, Chicago

Newsom responds via X:

Gavin Newsom
Governor of California

trump knows how to troll these people. Nice tactics. Keep them busy.

Apogee14:
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What are you saying??. Are you saying you are amongst the gods or what?

Softmirror:
What you have written up there only justifies my comment below. Which really is the bases of our discussion.

I beg to defer. They are so many nations that are not democracy in the world today and their prosperity is tied to the US and the west. Example China, UAE, Saudi Arabia etc. The problem is not democracy or not but democratic principles, rules based world. Besides US is not democracy but a constitutional republic.
The truth is that people think US is a hegemonic power but it's not. I guarantee the world is better with the rules based order by the US, than the lone wolf win win model championed by some quarters.