₦airaland Forum

Aufbauh:
You kids like rambling.
In as much as the call is unnecessary, it's equally unacceptable at this time & age for the country to be recording this abysmally low voters turnout.

Even with your candidate claim of voters suppression and intimidation in other places, his own home front that he got 98% votes was equally low in turnout.

N3TRAL:
The just concluded general elections have exposed the ignorance of "exposed" Nigerians regarding the organisation of society.

The law abhors vacuum. The constitution prohibits a leadership lacuna.

The position of the law is that a candidate who is declared elected by INEC is constitutionally qualified to occupy the office he was elected into until a court of competent jurisdiction declares otherwise.

IyaebeTheGreat:
Mtcheww. These ones have all left God's work and have turned politicians, one of them even won governorship election in Benue state. Let's continue to deceive ourselves in this life while our truth remains with God

DeLaRue:
That 40% salary increase was shocking. The agreements they are rushing to sign are befuddling.

We need fiscal and monetary tightening to bring our debt profile to a sustainable level, not reckless spending.

Reckless spending = more debt, more debt = increased chance that we default on repayment, default will = crash of the naira to well over N1, 200 to $1. To put things in context, the Egyptian pound lost 50% of its value last year alone.

Naira crash = hyper inflation which will finally turn the economy upside down.

By then, we will be in the clutches of IMF, like Ghana, Sri Lanka, Argentina, Egypt, and Lebanon.

Inflation in Lebanon is over 250%. Bread there costs 50 times as much as it did 3 years ago.

That's the equivalent of buying a N500 loaf of bread for N25,000.

All because they failed to manage their economy properly.

Tinubu needs to declare a debt state of emergency as soon as he gets in and do the following:

1. Temporary ban on salary increases
2. Ban on certain infrastructural projects for 2 years - e.g no new major road construction to be approved. Let's do patching for now
3. Orasanye report or a revised version should be implemented. Many agencies should be abolished or merged
4. Sell off non performing refineries that are still gulping tens of billions annually.


In the mean time:

1. Channel resources into education - elevate their infrastructure, keep agreements made with lecturers, and help our schools produce graduates that can compete on a global level,

2. Increase import duty exponentially on non-essential reckless imports that is destroying the value of the naira. I don't understand why my local supermarket has 4 different types of almond milk. 10 years ago, nobody had heard of almond milk, and we survived.

3. Spend on improving efficiency in public service delivery.

A few years ago, registering a company was complicated and in many cases required bribing CAC staff. Today, the process is as smooth as butter because the entire process has been moved online and no.more bribery. The efficiency gains are massive. This approach should be adopted across all government departments. It will significantly reduce if not eliminate corruption, at very little cost.

4. Pay down our debt.

5. By the end of year 2, start loosening the purse strings again, but more responsibly than the current govt. Paying down the debt significantly will help to stabilise the Naira, and help Mr Tinubu to start investing in priority infrastructure again. New roads, better schools, better hospitals etc

Instead of immediate salary increases, he should consider removing anyone earning N40, 000 or below from paying income tax. This will have less impact on inflation.

Ofunaofu:
Why will a minister of the federal republic of Nigeria go to far away US and UK to accuse someone of treason when the person so accused is in Nigeria.
What should have been done is it not to arrest the individual and charge him to court instead of the rascality been displayed here by a minister of federal republic of Nigeria

Johnken1234:
*DONALD TRUMP'S SPEECH ON "RISE UP AFRICANS"*

*They are good in nothing else but making noise, dancing, marrying many wives, alcoholism, witchcraft, indulging in sex, pretending in church, jealousy, fighting and complaining of bad leadership; but, yet refuse to take a decisive action and protest to remove the brigands from position of power.*

*Let us all accept the fact that the black man is a symbol of poverty, mental inferiority, laziness and emotional incompetence.To make the matter worse, he can do everything possible to defend his stupidity. Give them money for development and they will fight and create hatred and enmity for themselves. Drill oil wells for them and they will not have peace all the days of their life.*
*See, for instance, what's happening in Nigeria (a Country blessed with abundant resources), Southern Sudan, Malawi, DRC just to mention at few.*
*"This proves to anybody including a stupid fool that Africans do not know what they want. isn't that plausible"?*
*"They are like monkeys looking for already ripping banana all over the world!!!.*

*Therefore that the white man is created to rule the black man, Africans will always have day dreams.*
*And here is the creature (black man) that lacks foresight but only sees what is near him and still fails to know what to do"*
*A black man is stupid to the extent that he cannot plan for his life beyond a year. Therefore how can they develop and live longer.*

*"Corruption in the west (And China) is a big abomination, but in Africa, it's so huge that it is slowly becoming an acceptable way of life!!!.*(Shame, isn't it?)

*They sing and rejoice to their corrupt political leaders.They worship their scandal-ridden religious leaders like their gods. Lest you forget, these so called Africans are praising, dancing and praying for the people that have impoverished them,and who comes to hide their loot here.*

*Then which fool argues that the black man is not born a beggar, grows a beggar, looks a beggar, falls sick as a beggar and dies a beggar. this has been proven beyond reasoning.*
*I wonder why even up to now most Africans still go to school by force, and those who are at school are are just drug addicts who don't know what took them there. This is a pregnant stupidity in Africa. The body of Africans is a very fertile ground for all diseases in the world because they don't fear even HIV/AIDS.*
*This leaves me with a question: Are our eyes created the same with those Africans? I hear there are still cultures in Africa that prohibit them from using latrines which is very annoying.*

*"They cried for independence but have failed to rule themselves". For sure being African is a very untreatable disease that even prayers are not enough.*
*They have minerals but they cannot do anything with it. Therefore let us (whites) go to Africa and pick what we can pick and leave what is of no use. Poverty is a disease to the whites, but to the blacks it is very normal.*

*"Look at what is currently going on in Nigeria National Assembly. Legislators amending the constitution to favor themselves at the expense of two (200) million Nigerians.

*"Majority of these legislators are treasury looters who are intellectually barren but using the ill gotten wealth to oppress the citizens of that great country".*

*"What a shame"!*
*Black people with black sense. The worst tragedy in Africa is that if you dare stand up and speak up for what's right, you may end up regretting.*
*"The few wise and open-minded Africans who have tried to educate these fools about civilization have met the worst.They have been pushed hard on the wall, they have been silenced and others have been killed".*
*Before I finish, let me tell Africans that before you jump and call me a racist, an anti-blacks or whatever term you may wish to use against me,1st tackle runaway corruption, dreadful terrorism, tribalism, poverty, unemployment, diseases, illiteracy, ignorance, and inequality, that have put your whole continent on the verge of collapse".*
*"Hate me or love me, I don't care.I know this is the plain truth which will never see the light of the day to the cowards that are afraid to be told as it is".*

*By- Donald .J. Trump.*

obembet:
You have the opportunity of choosing only one out of this two, which would you go for?

Arumelaobanowa:
I am from Edo North, The Name Andrew Obinyan is like a household name. His administration speed is 2nd to none. He works with speed. This is very unique feature. SPEED. I only wish he’s considered and given opportunity to vie for the governorship position, The love will be massive. He will win. He is worked and earned a name for himself in Edo North were am from and Benin Edo South where he’s worked for years even in Edo Central we’re he hails from.

festacman:
Politicians are fast extending their 'satanic' influence to Catholic Church in Nigeria. I am sure this is a sponsored unnecessary write-up and the only reason for it is that there must a bishop who is due for retirement or creation of a new diocese is about to take place. And for all you care, this could be Adams Oshiomole laying ground works to try Benue State experiment with Rev. Father Andrew Obinyan.

oikirodah:
Edo: Rev. Father Andrew Obinyan's Stunning Soaring Profile Has Tongues Wagging 

People have charted a course that has distinguished them from their contemporaries over the years, they have paved a way for themselves that when people hear their story, all they have is nice words for the journey so far.

Being consistent throughout the years, especially on the right course, is something to be commended; it is not easy anywhere to build a great career worthy of emulation without becoming distracted, especially in such climes as ours.

So this is all about Rv Fr Andrew Obinyan's profile, which is currently making the rounds due to his consistency not only in reaching out to people about where their salvation lies, but also in empowering the masses who have nowhere to seek refuge.

Rev. Fr. Obinyan, a native of Ubiaja in Edo Central, has come a long way. He began his ministry in the Auchi diocese in Edo North, where he began to carve out a name for himself as a young philanthropist who saw the need to help the common man in their time of need.

He was then transferred to Ikpoba Hill, where he once more carried out his spiritual and humanitarian services to the admiration of the locals. Today, he is well-known in that neighborhood.

Later, he went to Port Harcourt for his Masters degree before returning to Benin City as a priest at the well-known and prestigious St Paul's Catholic Church.

He did his fair part with St. Patrick's Catholic Church, where he stayed roughly five years. He had a significant impact on the church's architecture as well as its parishioners, who all had nothing but positive things to say about his leadership.

He improved the parish's architecture to the glory of God and left positive memories among the parishioners throughout his 10 years as parish priest at St. Albert Catholic Church in the University of Benin.

Rev. Fr. Obinyan, the current parish priest at St. Francis in Ekenwan, has not dropped his standards in any way. Is it his sermons or evangelism or his reach to the poor and widows, or his never-ending supply of scholarship to students and the less fortunate?

His empowerment drives continues to this day, as he was recently observed reaching out to widows and women in Benin City and his native Esan Land.

Charity, they say, begins at home, and he has played a magnificent role in reaching out to his people back home in Edo Central, giving medical services, sinking boreholes, empowering youngsters, and a plethora of other humanitarian efforts that have left the people in awe.

Many have projected him to take on higher responsibilities in the country where he can reach out to more of the populace because of his flair for the common man and always standing on the side of truth.

His evangelism activities can be seen on televisions, internet channels, and social media platforms, and he is known as a humble, sincere, and dedicated patriotic Nigerian.

Rev FATHER Obinyan has paved the way for many young individuals seeking to emulate such appealing leadership attributes that transcend the confines of Christianity.

Many others have wondered how he has managed to balance his spiritual life with the arduous task of addressing the yearnings of the average man, on which he has had a significant impact over the years.

Rev Fr Obinyan, a former chairman of the state pilgrims board, also made his imprint on that government organisation. He was also a chaplain at the Edo State Government House under the stewardship of Adams Oshiomhole, bringing him into close contact with politicians.

So, what are your thoughts on this resourceful clergyman who has provided joy to innumerable people? Please leave your comments and provide us with feedback.
https://ireporteronline.com.ng/blog/edo-rev-father-andrew-obinyans-stunning-soaring-profile-has-tongues-wagging/

Osigwe Omo-Ikirodah is the Editor-in-Chief of iReporteronline

Penguin2:
Lol

Dapo ‘Eleyi’ Dagboru of Ogun State is one of the “winners” that will return their Certificate of Return just like his criminal and drug lord mentor in Lagos State.

Others like him who will return the mandate they have stolen are Uba Sani in Kaduna, Abdullahi Sule in Nasarawa and Peter Mbah in Enugu. I almost forgot the Simcard in Rivers State.

So, the earlier these idiots stop sending traditional rulers as emissaries to beg supposed “losers” to withdraw their cases from court after they publicly chanted “go to court” like an antiphon, the better for them.

Mandate thieves!

Ndi ala!

ubest1:
Apapa approaches Tribunal to withdrawal Peter Obi’s cases against Tinubu

The Labour Party, LP, has raised the alarm alleging that the self-acclaimed chairman of the party, Lamidi Apapa, has approached the Presidential Election Petition Tribunal, asking it to dismiss all the cases filed by the party and its presidential candidate, Peter Obi, against the President-elect, Bola Tinubu.
The National Publicity Secretary of the party, Obiora Ifoh made this known in a statement on Tuesday.

According to the statement, LP urged the tribunal to disregard the “antics” by Apapa, saying they are out to destroy the party and satisfy their alleged paymasters.
“We are by this statement informing all arms of the Judiciary, including the tribunals and courts to ignore the ignoble antics of these compromised suspended members of the party. We are also calling on the police, DSS and EFCC to arrest these enemies of democracy

“Approaching the tribunals to withdraw all the cases lodged by Labour Party candidates across the board is the height of subterfuge and treachery, and Nigerians will resist this ploy to plunge the nation into unnecessary turmoil,” he said in a statement posted on the party’s official website.

https://dailypost.ng/2023/04/25/apapa-approaches-tribunal-to-withdrawal-peter-obis-cases-against-tinubu-lp/

ubest1:
Apapa approaches Tribunal to withdrawal Peter Obi’s cases against Tinubu

The Labour Party, LP, has raised the alarm alleging that the self-acclaimed chairman of the party, Lamidi Apapa, has approached the Presidential Election Petition Tribunal, asking it to dismiss all the cases filed by the party and its presidential candidate, Peter Obi, against the President-elect, Bola Tinubu.
The National Publicity Secretary of the party, Obiora Ifoh made this known in a statement on Tuesday.

According to the statement, LP urged the tribunal to disregard the “antics” by Apapa, saying they are out to destroy the party and satisfy their alleged paymasters.
“We are by this statement informing all arms of the Judiciary, including the tribunals and courts to ignore the ignoble antics of these compromised suspended members of the party. We are also calling on the police, DSS and EFCC to arrest these enemies of democracy

“Approaching the tribunals to withdraw all the cases lodged by Labour Party candidates across the board is the height of subterfuge and treachery, and Nigerians will resist this ploy to plunge the nation into unnecessary turmoil,” he said in a statement posted on the party’s official website.

https://dailypost.ng/2023/04/25/apapa-approaches-tribunal-to-withdrawal-peter-obis-cases-against-tinubu-lp/

Tinubu now want to buy LP

Tinubu and APC desperation to carpet labour party they claimed has no structure is unimaginable. This apapa arrangement doesn't work, they should add ikorudu, oshodi Ikeja et all.
Obi was very smart while filing the petition, he put his name first before labour party. That means labour party can't withdraw the case.

Where are those who were arguing that apapa is not an arm and tool for Tinubu and APC?

Maize247:
Labour party should borrow sense na. INEC must defend their decision of announcing Tinubu winner and in the process both Tinubu and INEC interest will be protected. Labour party should be ready to fight both APC and INEC otherwise they should give up already and Bleep off

Obinoscopy:
INEC adhoc staff were mostly NYSC Youth Corp Members. While going through some result sheets on IREV, the following result sheets (see attached picture) revealed that some of our Corp Members are "olodo". You would expect the Corp Members to be well educated as they purportedly graduated from tertiary institutions.

Picture 1: The INEC adhoc staff is writing 8 as "eate" instead of eight. Writing 88 as "eate ete" instead of eighty eight. And writing 187 as "one eate seven" instead of one hundred and eighty seven.

Picture 2: The adhoc staff wrote 57 as "fivety seven" instead of fifty seven

Picture 3: The INEC adhoc staff wrote 207 as "two zero seven" instead of two hundred and seven

What do you have to say about this sorry situation?

BluntCrazeMan:
In response to @ElephantofA’s earlier tweet, Reno Omokri tweeted thus:





This Reno Omokri is such an unpredictable character..!!

Take His Words Serious At Your Own Peril..

Viz007:
Story story..........

[b]Buhari banned people in government from get diplomatic passports from foreign countries since 2015. How did BAT get his in 2019? [/b]Besides, a close look at the so called Diplomatic passport has Tinubu’s citizenship as Guinean.

Ofemmanu1:
Tinubu will still get the required %25 in Rivers no matter what and Obi will still lose.

Jostoman:
They want to Steal your victory, if it is Adamawa governor that the president and Inec promise binani before she accepted to help them print sensitive materia for election they better go and pay her because Adamawa people have choosing FINTIRI already.

donpata:
I watched the REC and I wonder the guts the guy had to do that. Obviously, he knows BUHARI will protect him since most of the RECs are politicians and not career people. No shame, no fear, sheer impunity, doing what you are not empowered by law to do. Honestly, under Buhari, the laws of the land have been dragged in the mud

asobo1:
Stop displaying your ignorance kid. INEC chairman is the chief returning officer for the presidential elections while vice chancellor of public universities are state returning officers for gubernatorial elections

olatade:
Who's the 'mumu' now? In a hurry to show insult with his ignorant 'i to know'.

If you don't understand, ask questions and be cured of your ignorance. MUMU

incandescentena:
Congratulations to Nigerias first female Governor-elect, Sen. Binani


Indeed Adamawa state is a "land of beauty"

olatade:
Point of correction! Hudu(the REC) declared Aisha Binani not inec

phoneport:
Cursory: A recent study showing which ethnic groups in Nigeria have the most college graduates was made public. The list was created with gender distinction in mind.

The summary of a research identifying the ethnic groups in Nigeria with the largest percentage of graduates (at the tertiary level) has been posted on the website of StatiSense, a data consulting company that provides statistical data on various sectors of Nigeria. The data’s source, according to the data provider, was MICS. The top 10 ethnic groupings according to the highest level of education attended in 2021 is listed below.

Higher education by ethnic groups in Nigeria: Men

Yoruba — 29.2%

Edo — 28.7%

Igbo — 26.1%

Ijaw — 20%

Tiv — 19.9%

Kanuri — 16.3%

Ibibio — 16.3%

Hausa — 14.3%

Fulani — 9.8%

Higher education by ethnic groups in Nigeria: Women

Edo — 27.9%

Igbo — 27%

Yoruba — 22.3%

Ibibio — 18.3%

Ijaw — 12.8%

Tiv — 12.7%

Kanuri — 7.7%

Hausa — 5%

Fulani — 3.6%

Source: legit.ng

pquaver:
The way obidients make foolish statement and logic eeeh you begin to wonder if the foolishness is factory fitted.. Please who is better Yakubu who conducted 2 elections with money goven to him through the constitution and Peter obi who constitution gave money to conduct LG elections in 8 years and he failed to deliver. If there is anyone who will criticize inec for election. It should not be peter obi. A man who could conduct ordinary LG elections with all the money received in 8years is saying the one someone conducted is not good.. Peter Obi is failure personified.. Obi cannot do any better.. Make una understand that 1 first and stop making it look like he is a messiah. Obiano saved anambra if not.. Anambra will be like kogi today.. Facts his mous are still bearing fruits even after office..

dustmalik:
OP, a court has already nullified the delegates congress Kogi APC did in February. That's why they have chosen to do direct primary, which would not involve delegates. So, your news is now stale and irrelevant.

seunmsg:
Serous cost for wasting everybody’s time.


The APC equally argued that the petition was improperly constituted having failed to join Atiku Abubakar and PDP who were necessary parties to be affected by the reliefs sought

“By Paragraph 17 of the petition, the petitioners, on their own, stated that Alhaji Atiku Abubakar came second in the presidential election with 6,984,520 votes as against the petitioners who came third with 6,101,533 votes;

“At Paragraph 102 (ii) of the petition, the petitioners urged the tribunal to determine that 1st petitioner scored the majority of lawful votes without joining Alhaji Atiku Abubakar in the petition.

[b]“For the tribunal to grant prayer (iii) of the petitioners, the tribunal must have set aside the scores and election of Alhaji Atiku Abubakar,

“Alhaji Atiku Abubakar must be heard before his votes can be discountenanced by the tribunal,” it said.


This point alone has destroyed Peter Obi’s petition. The quacks who filed Obi Obi’s petition will be sweating after reading this technical point. Wole Olanipekun is damn good in destroying cases on technical grounds.

To delusional obedients, it’s game over. Obi’s watery case has been shredded to pieces.