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Aug

03

2024

Endorsements and the power-brokers (2)

Column, Metro, News, Opinion, PoliticsAbiodun KOMOLAFE, Nigeria, Politics

By abiodun KOMOLAFE Obafemi Awolowo, Nnamdi Azikiwe and Ahmadu Bello endorsed candidates, leveraging their influence and reputation. Awolowo reportedly supported Joseph Fadahunsi (1960), Ayo Akinsanya (1960) and Adekunle Ajasin (1979). Azikiwe backed Michael Okpara (1960), C. C. Onyia (1963) and Chukwuemeka Ojukwu (1966) while Ahamadu Bello endorsed Tafawa Abubakar Balewa (1959), Kashim Ibrahim (1962) and Usman Faruk (1985). Their endorsements carried weight due to regional influence, party leadership, national stature and grassroots connections. Awolowo’s vast network and loyal following could make or break candidates, boost credibility, mobilize support, shape party decisions and impact electoral outcomes. By embracing the power of…

Aug

03

2024

By Amos Oge Kalu

Governor Hope Uzodinma Praises Ndigbo For Shunning Nationwide Protests.

News, Opinion, PoliticsHope Uzodinma, Opinion, Politics

Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma, has expressed his gratitude to the people of the South Eastern region for not participating in the recent nationwide protest. In a statement, Governor Uzodimma commended the Igbo people for their wisdom and prudence in avoiding the demonstrations, citing concerns about potential hijacking by miscreants. The Governor acknowledged the right to peaceful protest, but noted that the decision to prioritize safety and stability in the region demonstrates great foresight. He praised the people of the South East for heeding his appeal to stay away from the protests, showcasing their commitment to maintaining peace and order…

Aug

02

2024

By Amos Oge Kalu

IGBO-MUST-GO Protest: The Dangerous Politics of Exclusion

Music, News, Opinion, Politics

I strongly condemn the call by some sentiment-driven youths in the Southwest for people of Igbo descent resident in Lagos and Oyo States to leave the region. Such unguided utterances negate the bond of unity that holds us together as one nation, and it is the responsibility of the government to hold those behind such senseless statements accountable. Nigeria is currently facing hunger due to the dwindling economy, which has sparked ongoing nationwide protests. Meanwhile, others are busy calling for Igbos residing in Lagos to leave the state. In the interest of fairness, the government is expected to take action…

Aug

02

2024

By Amos Oge Kalu

Now That The Cashtivists And Dissociaters Have Failed. Will Mr. President Listen?

News, Opinion, Politics

Along with many well-meaning citizens we warned that talking down on the Gen Z Organizers of the ongoing protests across Nigeria will do Government no good. We warned that spending our collective wealth on Cashtivists who promised to frustrate the protests will boomerang. We warned that paid dissociaters were only scamming the government as one cannot dissociate from a protocol one knows nothing about. We warned that threats and words of nullification by Government Spokespersons, and Operators of State will escalate tension and further anger the already angry young People. Now that the Cashtivists and Dissociaters have failed, will Mr.…

Aug

01

2024

By Amos Oge Kalu

Abia State Government places premium on the revitalization of the Agricultural sector.

Abia State, Economy, Metro, News, PoliticsAbia State, Agriculture, Alex Otti, Economy, Ikechukwu Emetu, Politics

The Abia State Deputy Governor, Engr. Ikechukwu Emetu, FNSE reiterated the present administration’s commitment to formulated policies and programmes aimed at boosting food production and enhancing productivity in area of comparative advantage like cocoa. Engr. Emetu, who disclosed this during the inauguration of the members of Abia State Cocoa Development committee at the Government House, Umuahia, said that Governor Alex Otti's administration places high premium on the revitalization of agriculture in the state with special provision made for integrated rural agriculture promotion. The Deputy Governor pointed out that Abia State is endowed with good tropical climate and vast arid land…