Setting the agenda (Part I)
LEONARD K. SHILGBA, Yola, Nigeria (Nigeriaworld) - Why would I for instance, bow to a Governor who has governed a State for about 8 years, and roads are impassable, portable water supply is a tall expectation, public schools don't pass for the name, health facilities are decrepit...and yet those governors have presented tens or hundreds of billions of naira in yearly budgets over the period? more >>
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dz.writeln("Partial defense of the Aviation Minister but not of the industry
CHRISTOPHER ODETUNDE, Houston, TX, USA (Nigeriaworld) - The President did not select his aviation minister based on his aviation industry experience but by politics and as long as the aviation minister plays his politics to the satisfaction of the President, at least in our present political setup, he needs not worry about being fired no matter how many accidents occur, he may just be shifted into another ministry. more >>
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dz.writeln("RE: Plateau State: Could be touched by an angel by Abdulrazaque Bello-Barkindo
SAMUEL GWOM, Santa Monica, CA, USA (Nigeriaworld) - The public is weary and skeptical of so called Messiahs of God as demonstrated by Pastor Pam's ridiculous claims that the angels sent him to deliver us from the devil. The likes of Pastor Pam should practice what they preach, strife to live an exemplary life, safe lost souls and remain in the pulpit. more >>
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dz.writeln("Before they put you in the ground, P.W. Botha
FRANCIS K. OBEYA, Pennsylvania, USA (Nigeriaworld) - Perhaps he was a loving husband, a good father. Perhaps he was kind to the servants and loved his pet dog so tender, but as a statesman, Botha was a failure. ...[yet]... Strange as it sounds, Botha may have well been a better president than any of the disgraces Nigerians call 'your excellencies.' more >>
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dz.writeln("Karl Max and a few good men
FRANCIS K. OBEYA, Pennsylvania, USA (Nigeriaworld) - They wait like children on exile for the day their country can really be theirs again and its people wake up to the realization of what they are doing. Where others have taken the path of the least resistance, they have stared down evil and temptation and boldly declared, 'Depart from me, Satan.' For men and women such as these, I hope the waiting won't be for long. more >>
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dz.writeln("The urgent need for rail transportation in Nigeria
AKINTOKUNBO ADEJUMO, London, UK (Nigeriaworld) - I for one, have always been suspicious of the development of the Aviation Industry in a Third World country like Nigeria, especially taking into consideration our well-known penchant for corruption, cutting corners, lackadaisical attitude, selfishness, lack of duty of care from our leaders to the governed and of course, our well documented absolute lack of maintenance culture. more >>
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dz.writeln("One crash too many
ALEX OBI-OSUALA, Atlanta, GA, USA (Nigeriaworld) - Tell me what country anywhere in the world that has witnessed the kind of Air accidents Nigeria has witnessed lately and the loss of such caliber of individuals and personalities. Are we talking about the loss of the finest Nigerian Generals and Military officers just a month ago, or Spiritual and Political leaders, Business gurus and Technocrats, the cost is enormous. more >>
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dz.writeln("EFCC: A classic case of the law of unintended consequences
JAY L. ADEDEJI, New York, NY, USA (Nigeriaworld) - If the EFCC is really an intended consequence of this administration, despite its political machinations, intrigues and antecedents which do not amount to much, then the serious work of rooting out vices in society such as poverty, unemployment, lack of food, poor education...corruption and money laundering, should continue with full speed ahead. more >>
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dz.writeln("Nigerian politics - Past, Present, and Future
Dr. FEMI AJAYI, Atlanta, GA, USA (Nigeriaworld) - One good thing that I love about Obasanjo's fight against corruption is with individuals in the highest position of authority. Some schools of thought might take his corruption crusade to be selective, which is subject to debate. I do not see any of the past leaders that have attempted to do that, even among the Military circle, which claimed to restore Nigeria image. more >>
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Leadership, a divine duty
Rev. CHIMA K. EKEKE, Atlanta, GA, USA (Nigeriaworld) - Today, many want to lead without praying for these divine ingredients of leadership. To be a leader over people requires more than being likeable, charismatic, educated or have money. It requires a definite call from God, or from people or by divine circumstances. more >>
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dz.writeln("Of air crashes, corruption and cutting corners
OBEYA F. KIZITO, Pennsylvania, USA (Nigeriaworld) - With an aviation authority that is willing to look the other way if the right palms are greased, these men, instead of trying to diversify and formulate business strategies...would rather 'roja' the powers that be so that they can have the permit to cut corners here and there, robbing aircraft and crew of much needed maintenance and flight training.... more >>
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dz.writeln("Nigeria's underbelly - The belly of the Talakawas
KAY SOYEMI, London, UK (Nigeriaworld) - The talakawa class, apart from its numerical strength, is the one that bears the brunt of government inefficiencies and conversely reflects the success or otherwise of government policies. Unfortunately, it is also this class that is least interested in how they are governed. more >>
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dz.writeln("Show of shame in Anambra State, again!
ALFRED UZOKWE, Harrisburg, PA, USA (Nigeriaworld) - The bottom line is that for PDP, Obi has served the purpose for which he was granted a court victory. They are ready for the second phase of their game plan. They know that come 2007, if Obi contests for the gubernatorial post again, he has a good chance of winning. ...Andy Uba has formally declared his intention to run for the governorship of Anambra state. ...make him [Obi] unelectable. more >>
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dz.writeln("FEMI AWODELE'S HOUSE CALL
Journey through National Service: Our Cross River Year (IV)
BABS AJAYI, Toronto, Ontario, Canada (Nigeriaworld) - The toll of the pressure and poor living condition of our Orientation Camp caught up with about three Corpers, one of them Olaitan Sarumi (I am more certain of his last name), who hailed from Ilesha in today's Osun State, and attended my University in Ibadan. Our path never crossed in Ibadan, UI being a very big campus with several halls of residence.... more >>
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dz.writeln("A call to excellence
OBADIAH MAILAFIA, Garki, Abuja, Nigeria (Nigeriaworld) - Text of an address delivered recently at the Speech and Prize Giving Day of Bethany Christian Academy, Barkin Ladi, Jos, Nigeria by Obadiah Mailafia, Deputy Governor, Economic Policy, Central Bank of Nigeria. These are the views of the speaker and in no way reflect the views or policies of the Central Bank of Nigeria, its Management or Board. more >>
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dz.writeln("Message in a fable (Lesson RMB may learn from ''The Bullfrog and His Shadows'')
SEGUN FAJEMISIN, London, UK (Nigeriaworld) - Only last night HE had a dream. In the dream, HE encountered the former king of HIS country, a man of enormous complexes, Rahim Mabadosi Banidagba or RMB, as he is more popularly called. HE has not only known him close to two decades now, but their fates have become intricately interwoven. Banidagba, HE has learnt from history,...fed fat from the spoils of the land...of Riengia.... more >>
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dz.writeln("Nattie Launches La Femme Africaine Breast Cancer Awareness Program in Atlanta, October 28, 2006
Dr. FEMI AJAYI, Atlanta, GA, USA (Nigeriaworld) - A talented young lady of African descent, from Nigeria, Aminat Gbaja, is carrying the Breast Cancer Awareness crusade to the corridors of people of African descents, most especially African families that reside in the State of Georgia. more >>
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dz.writeln("DUPE ASHAMA'S POLITICAL DIARY
Real losers of the Ekiti tragedy
DUPE ASHAMA, London, UK [Publisher of FOCUS and HI-LIFE Magazines] (Nigeriaworld) - With the declaration of an emergency rule, Fayose, a questionable character, whose ascension to the exalted office was trailed with all kinds of controversy, has lost nothing in the political imbroglio. more >>
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dz.writeln("Re: Governor Daniel's comment on Ekiti State's political imbroglio and the Nigerian presidency
BANKOLE A. OKUWA, Arkansas, USA (Nigeriaworld) - When the Nigerian presidency of the present democratic dispensation is described by a sitting governor, who is fifty years old, as being next to God, he is either delibrately playing to the gallery which is dangerous or one should feel concerned and be wary of the shallow knowledge of those who are privileged to rule us at this particular time. more >>
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dz.writeln("An evening with Pat Utomi
CECIL IBEGBU, USA (Nigeriaworld) - I see Professor Pat Utomi as the last hope for the common Nigerian who is currently fed up with leadership mediocrity, corruption, ignorance, stupidity and overall lackadaisical leadership attitude that have currently been the norm in Nigerian Politics. He is that face that Nigeria needs in order to grow, be credible a state, get its house in order and become great again. more >>
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dz.writeln("Gulu Walk: The shinning light towards peace
BABS AJAYI, Toronto, Ontario, Canada (Nigeriaworld) - Gulu Walk took place in 20 Canadian cities, 44 cities in the United States, and with events in Australia, England, Italy, France, New Zealand, Burkina Faso, Serbia, Wales, China, Kenya, Netherlands, and in Kampala and Gulu, both in Uganda. more >>
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dz.writeln("ODEYEMI'S ENGLAND CONFIDENTIAL
Views-papers or Newspapers
DIRAN ODEYEMI, Ibadan, Nigeria Special Adviser to Oyo State Governor on Communication and Strategy (Nigeriaworld) - ''IBADAN ON FIRE'' another said ''PANDEMONIUM IN OYO STATE''. ...The headlines though catchy, were speculative and suggestive. Worse than that, they were malicious, opinionated, libelous and incendiary. ...Was there fire before and after Governor Alao-Akala was sworn-in? There was not. Has there been fire after that, God forbid. more >>
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dz.writeln(" Obasanjo - You blew it!
AMOS D. DADA, Toronto, Ontario, Canada (Nigeriaworld) - Legacy of chaos? Legacy of corruption? Legacy of wickedness? Legacy of anarchy? Legacy of Inconsistency?...Did the president listen to his own speech? Not a word to condemn the corrupt rulership of the governor or his deputy. ...disgracing the Speaker, who was the Acting governor, because he did not listen to the president to make Mrs. Olujimi the governor[?] more >>
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dz.writeln("LANRE AJIBOYE'S MEDLEY CORNER
Restoring Nigerian image
LOUIS EBODAGHE, Marietta, GA, USA (Nigeriaworld) - There must be willingness for individual and collective sacrifices. We must match our rhetoric with purposeful actions, with a sincerity of purpose. That is, we must articulate purposefully with intellectual clarity, our vision and hope for Nigeria, using all available forum and media - print and electronic. more >>
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dz.writeln("Time to Deliver? Musings from the XVI International AIDS Conference, Toronto
CHIKWE IHEKWEAZU, (Nigeriaworld) - Regretfully, we have come to the painful realisation that men cannot be relied on to take the decision to ''abstain'', ''be faithful'' or ''use a condom''. Women are bearing the brunt of this epidemic, getting infected earlier, caring for the sick and elderly. If the money and effort Mr. Gates is putting into microbicide research does produce the preventive tool we all hope for; then Voila! more >>
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dz.writeln("Nigerian courts, injunctions, and the electoral process
AKINWOLE OGUNLOLA, Chicago, IL, USA (Nigeriaworld) - Because of this risk of injustice, the Courts, particularly during the electoral process, must be very strict not only on the underlining principles for granting an injunction, but also about the terms upon which these injunctions will be granted. more >>
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dz.writeln("Transforming Nigeria, Igboland and Blacks
EMEKA A. NJOKU, London, Canada (Nigeriaworld) - Blacks worldwide must transform their mindset and focus on what is happening to fellow Blacks especially in Africa where genocide, rape, murder, occupation, dispossession of land, slavery By Arabs happening to Blacks in Sudan while Blacks are more concerned about Iraq and Palestine. more >>
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dz.writeln("A name also makes a University
CHIDI ANYAECHE, London, UK (Nigeriaworld) - Unfortunately, this decay process [in Nigeria] has crept into academia, has crept into naming of Universities, instead of the intelligent, global and Ipod names early universities were named, we are now having names like: Ladoke Akintola University, Obafemi Awolowo University, Onasbisi Onabanjo University, Michael Okpara University, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Tai Solarin University.... more >>
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dz.writeln("That Nigeria may be great (2) - The imbecility of an educated mind
KAY SOYEMI, London, UK (Nigeriaworld) - Differences of opinions are not what makes a society progressive, but how these are tackled and resolutions achieved for the betterment of the collective is what engenders proper nationhood. In enlightened societies, people are encouraged to speak out in the spirit of their convictions, but this does not preclude disenchanting opinions. more >>
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dz.writeln("BAYO'S PERISCOPE
The People of Ekiti vs. Ayodele Fayose
SAMUEL BAYO AROWOLAJU, USA (Nigeriaworld) - My lords, in your conscience of conscience, which of the two panels, Bamisile or Aladejana, conforms to morality, legality and the spirit of the constitution on the bases of 'promotion of good government, freedom, equality and justice'? While the Fayose selected and Bamisile appointed panel, did not call any witness, the Aladejana panel called and have witnesses who are even friends of the accused Fayose.... more >>
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dz.writeln("Journey through National Service: Our Cross River Year (II)
BABS AJAYI, Toronto, Ontario, Canada (Nigeriaworld) - I sighted one of my teammates in the University of Ibadan Athletics Team wearing the Unversity's full tracksuit. I was shocked and wondered how he came to have a tracksuit we were supposed to have returned to the University Sport Centre, obtain a clearance and use the clearance to clear ourselves and obtain our Youth Service posting. ... What a shame. more >>
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dz.writeln("FEMI AWODELE'S HOUSE CALL
RE: ''Who is looking for a Saint in the Nigerian public service?.........''
Dr. FEMI AJAYI, Atlanta, GA, USA (Nigeriaworld) - After posting the piece on Atiku-Obasanjo's feud, the first reaction I got from one of my readers baffled me and I requested my readers' reaction to the piece. Here are their comments unedited, using my readers' initials and in some cases their first names. more >>
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dz.writeln("PETERSIDE ECONOMIC REVIEW
Mr. President, don't set Ekiti State on fire
SAMUEL BAYO AROWOLAJU, USA (Nigeriaworld) - Mr. President, can you tell me and other Ekiti people, whose interest you are protecting by your ingenious proposal that you want Mrs. Biodun Olujimi, who is facing impeachment charges for misconduct in the state, to be the first woman governor in Nigeria? more >>
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dz.writeln("Intersection of Politics and Law: Gani's positivist interpretation of the Atiku/Obasanjo warfare
NONSO OKAFO, Norfolk, VA, USA (Nigeriaworld) - I believe that Gani's early support for the EFCC and PAP reports encouraged the Obasanjo camp to step up their efforts to bring down Atiku. Although, I am convinced, Gani did not voice his opinion to support Obasanjo per se, the Obasanjo camp drew substantial energy from Gani's support. more >>
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A tale of two nations - Part I
TAIWO DANJUMA, Zurich, Switzerland (Nigeriaworld) - It was reported that some Nigerians that fought side by side with their European counterparts during World War II, 'discovered' to their utter surprise, that the white man is, after all, as vulnerable as other races. Something they never imagined before they went to the battle field. more >>
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dz.writeln("While Nigeria celebrated its 46th birthday on the sickbed, where were the healers?
Dr. FEMI AJAYI, Atlanta, GA, USA (Nigeriaworld) - Religious leaders should realize that Nigerians look up to them for their survival in Nigeria in the hand of wolfs handling Nigerian affairs. People look up to them as their 'Counselors'. Whenever something happens, it is God's. Our God is a Good God. ...cleansing themselves, should encourage the Nigerian Political leaders to have the fear of God at heart.... more >>
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dz.writeln("Plateau State: Could be touched by an angel
ABDULRAZAQUE BELLO-BARKINDO, Sweden (Nigeriaworld) - The simple and logical view of most people I know is that religious fundamentalists have unleashed their fanaticism on Jos and turned the serene and peaceful town and by extension Plateau state, from that loveable Mecca, to a terrorist territory that violated human sovereignty, accepted social injustice, propagated adult delinquencies and captured national attention for all the wrong reasons. more >>
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General Epistle to Nigerians
YEMI ADEGBITE, Brampton, Ontario, Canada (Nigeriaworld) - We need to replicate people like Ribadu several times over. If need be, let us clone him! He is a round peg in a round hole. We need as many Ribadus as we can get to help us expose the enemies of our society, the parasites, the fungi and all the bacteria in our mist. more >>
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dz.writeln("esumption of direct flight from New York to Lagos: A new lease in life for Nigerians in the USA
ALFRED UZOKWE, Harrisburg, PA, USA (Nigeriaworld) - The implication of the direct flight development is that those who decide to fly North American Airlines to Nigeria would now spend as little as 11 travel hours! This is a far cry from the 20 to 24 hours that passengers hitherto spent with European airlines. more >>
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dz.writeln("FEMI AWODELE'S HOUSE CALL
Journey through National Service: Our Cross River Year (I)
BABS AJAYI, Toronto, Ontario, Canada (Nigeriaworld) - It was a call to duty, national duty for all young (and not so young) graduates of higher institutions at home and abroad, who wish to work and live in Nigeria. You have to submit yourself to the nation for one year and suspend all personal plans until you've completed the service. It was a noble idea that became ignoble in the hands of implementers and their sidekicks. more >>
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dz.writeln("US visa policy and racketeering at Embassy/Consulates in Nigeria and Ghana
MICHAEL O. FOLORUNSO, Dallas, TX, USA (Nigeriaworld) - During chatting period I would learn how much they needed for the Visa, in all the cases each ladies said the same amount. It was $500 for a one entry visa, and $5,500 for a five year multiple entry Visa. This outrageous amount which they often asked for, gave me a sense of been a very luck person. more >>
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dz.writeln("2007: IBB, Trust and Subjectivism
MUOKA NEBEDUM and ANDREW AMEH, (Nigeriaworld) - Babangida is a hardened student of subjectivism. Illusion, and to some extent, outright self-deception are his greatest enemies today. This, perhaps, explains to a large extent, why he cannot see reason why he and his better-life woman should rertire to their home and stop talking about leading Nigeria again. more >>
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dz.writeln("Fayose: Vox Populi Vox Dei
ABIODUN LADEPO, Wiesbaden, Germany (Nigeriaworld) - The Ekiti people have finally woken up from their protracted slumber, grabbed the brooms and begun the process of sweeping this dirt; this blight; this 'ill-literate' governor from Ado Ekiti. This, for those of us that have closely monitored his maladministration since its inception, is a welcome breather. more >>
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dz.writeln("LANRE AJIBOYE'S MEDLEY CORNER
Western assumptions and Nigeria's dependence at 46: Anything to celebrate?
HERBERT EZE, Fullerton, CA, USA (Nigeriaworld) - If Independence means that we are able to stand on our feet, accept ourselves as a people and be accepted by others, value our own products and have foreigners value them as well, I doubt if the West does wish us this kind of Independence which will reduce their exploitation of us, brighten our image and grant us the freedom to be equals with them in the human family. more >>
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dz.writeln("Governors and looting in Nigeria
PATRICK ALABI, Saskatchewan, Canada (Nigeriaworld) - In a situation where a larger percentage of our leaders (if not all) have been indicted of fiscal misconduct by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), what hope do we have as an entity? A leader they say is an example unto others and his life is an enviable mirror in which the whole populace should see themselves. more >>
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dz.writeln("LANRE AJIBOYE'S MEDLEY CORNER
Nigerians in need of big fat 'Turkey' for 2006 Ramadan and Christmas celebrations
Dr. FEMI AJAYI, Atlanta, GA, USA (Nigeriaworld) - It is very unfortunate the contradiction from the Senate President stating that there would be no sacred cow and when Ribadu opened up his 'tap water', Nnamani turned around to stop him from mentioning the name of the Big Turkey in the Ramadan and Christmas Farm, full of Turkey. Nigerians would like to know. more >>
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dz.writeln("Nigeria @ 46: What are we celebrating?
CHIJIOKE A. NWAMARA, Maryland, USA (Nigeriaworld) - After 46 years, what do we have to show for the years of natural and human wealth endowed on us? Absolutely nothing! Instead of celebrating, I think this Independence Day should be a time for sober reflection, and a time for a dispassionate and objective analysis of the state of the country today and the solutions to the backwardness and decay glaringly obvious to the impartial observer. more >>
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dz.writeln(" Nuhu Ribadu and EFCC: The best combo Nigeria has going for her
DAYO ALALADE, New York, NY, USA (Nigeriaworld) - Considering the degree of decadence that has prevailed unchecked in Nigeria for several decades after independence, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu is indeed a deliverer of some sort, sent to rescue our dear nation by wrestling it back from the tight grips of evil people who parade themselves as politicians and civil servants, with their ever-flowing agbada.... more >>
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dz.writeln("That Nigeria may be great
KAY SOYEMI, London, UK (Nigeriaworld) - Nigeria is a country of sycophants, ideological orphans and jobbers, interspersed with a few well-meaning human beings. That would explain the reason why the country is socially, intellectually, morally and economically bereft but the old man, OBJ, is well aware of that. And he is playing the game most adroitly. more >>
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dz.writeln("Is quota system really responsible for the North and South divide?
PATRICK ODIONIKHERE, Austria (Nigeriaworld) - At the moment, federal character in its present form has only benefited in reality the people from regions that have held power and who still enjoy the influence of their fallen fathers- Awo for Yoruba, Zik for Ibo and Balewa for the north. Furthermore, Yoruba, Ibo and Hausa divide would have been most appropriate rather than the misleading North and South political divide discourses on federal character. more >>
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dz.writeln("AKIN ADEJUMO REPORTING
“You must set forth at dawn” – An evening with Wole Soyinka
AKIN ADEJUMO, London, UK (Nigeriaworld) - By 8 pm, it was standing room only. The medium sized restaurant was packed full of Nigerians and non-Nigerians. Appropriately, Southwark was the place to host this kind of event, because as is well known in London, Southwark, which includes Peckham, contains the highest concentration of Nigerians in the UK. more >>
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dz.writeln("An unyielding polity meets status quo maintaining governed
CHRISTOPHER ODETUNDE, Houston, TX, USA (Nigeriaworld) - Even though we are being killed each day, we refuse to challenge the status quo because, we think, our new colonial masters will cut off our lifeline to freedom of expression, life and pursuit of happiness. We see ourselves as avuncular benefactors of benevolent and generosity rather than as victims of avarice leadership. more >>
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Babangida, Contradiction personified!
YEMI ADEGBITE, Brampton, Ontario, Canada (Nigeriaworld) - Remarks by the Executive Secretary of ECOWAS, Dr. Ibn Mohammed Chambis, at the recent Caribbean Emancipation Support Celebrations ''Trans-Atlantic Trade and Investment Symposium'' in Port of Spain, Trinidad. more >>
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dz.writeln("Bayelsa: A post-Alamieyesegha assessment
YOUPELE BANIGO, Yenagoa, Bayelsa state (Nigeriaworld) - Dr. Jonathan shocked most Bayelsans when his administration strong-mindedly, against public remonstration, resolved to once again host this year's edition of AMAA. Last year his predecessor hosted the same event.... The AMAA jamboree ultimately showcased the policy poverty of the government, a government that expended N1bn naira on a weekend jollification but cannot provide water for its people. more >>
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dz.writeln("PETERSIDE ECONOMIC REVIEW
Prodigals in power
SAMUEL BAYO AROWOLAJU, USA (Nigeriaworld) - Like the biblical prodigal son, the Ekiti prodigals at all levels of government led by Fayose and his deputy have sinned against God and Ekiti people and they are therefore not worthy of holding any positions of power, authority, influence, privilege and honor in any part of Ekitiland at any level. They are not fit to be entrusted with any public office again. We still love them but hate their prodigious ways. more >>
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dz.writeln("Obasanjo and Atiku: The imbecility of power
LEKAN AKINOSHO, Toronto, Canada (Nigeriaworld) - Let us take a positive stock of this administration and in doing this, I say to all that if you are incapable of effecting positive things into people's life, do not add to their miseries as this government is doing. Since their coming into power, Nigerians have been witnessing economic crises as shown by growing unemployment.... more >>
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dz.writeln("Soldiers arresting Police: Only in Nigeria
RAYMOND T. BELLEH, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany (Nigeriaworld) - There really is a need for high level retraining and re-education of all of the armed forces, from the top down to the bottom. And the sooner this is done the better. Government should take a stranglehold on this, re-outlining the duties of the various forces. It needs to make clear that the army, navy and airforce personnel have no powers of arrest except within their own ranks or force. more >>
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dz.writeln("''I cancelled, not annulled June 12'': Should Nigerians trust Ibrahim Badamosi Babangida again?
Dr. FEMI AJAYI, Atlanta, GA, USA (Nigeriaworld) - The question would be, when Babangida REFUSED to obey the law that set up that panel by not appearing before Oputa Panel, why is he being hypocritical about planning to come back to defend the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria? Should Nigerians place the Nigerian Constitution in the hand of someone that does not believe in it? more >>
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dz.writeln("Kenneth and Pidomson reconciled after a dozen deaths: What next?
TOMBARI MCFINI, Hartford, Connecticut, USA (Nigeriaworld) - Ideally, in a civil and democratic society where the people, the voters are the final authority and elected members of the government represent the plebiscites and will of the people: the actions and reactions of Kenneth and Pidomson, Jr. are tantamount to ignite loss of public confidence and trust. more >>
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Atikuthiasis
ABIODUN KOMOLAFE, IJEBU-JESA, NIGERIA (Nigeriaworld) - If the contents of the letter sent to the National Assembly by President Obasanjo were anything to go by, then, one can safely posit that Jefferson communicated to the president about the alleged fraud in (the) PTDF on May 28, 2004. If this is true, why has it taken government so long to investigate an allegation of this magnitude, importance and urgency.... more >>
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dz.writeln("2007 Aspirants and their 'free and fair election'
SEYI O. AWOFESO, Lagos, Nigeria (Nigeriaworld) - In pertinence, and assuming, without conceding in political science terms, that Nigeria's June 12, 1993 elections were free and fair is egregious nonsense. more >>
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dz.writeln("The African woman in Diaspora
FEMI AWODELE, USA (Nigeriaworld) - With all these baggage from Africa, the woman is very cautious in a western country. She sees women in western countries with freedom to express themselves, and many times she feels they go overboard and lack some moral values that she grew up with, yet many of the things she grew up with are not just right, especially for her as a woman. more >>
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dz.writeln(" Bayelsa: Hysteria Not the Solution
MAXWELL JAMES, Abuja, Nugeria (Nigeriaworld) - If at the long run, we join hands to move our state forward, we will all stand to benefit from the gains. Like any other state in Nigeria, the struggle is all about maintaining the status quo or destroying it at whatever costs. It is about who benefits if the status quo persists and who stands to lose. more >>
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dz.writeln("Plunderers & Company: OBJ as Chief Executive Officer
BABS AJAYI, Toronto, Ontario, Canada (Nigeriaworld) - While making life more miserable, tough and unpleasant for the masses, OBJ and Atiku were busy living life to the hilt, providing for their families, mistresses, concubines and sidekicks, and generally looting the state treasury with perfect impunity. There is actually very little to choose between the devil and the deep blue sea. more >>
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dz.writeln("PETERSIDE ECONOMIC REVIEW
…Is Russia’s economic reform experience replaying in Nigeria?
CHAMBERLAIN S. PETERSIDE, New York, NY, USA (Nigeriaworld) - History shows that when time for change arrives, so far as rebellious revolutions might be a formidable instrument for venting social injustice, often at a high cost of human lives, transformation also do occur when successfully spearheaded through an evolutionary process by insiders as in the case of Abraham Lincoln (USA), Mikhail Gorbachev, Boris Yeltsin (Russia), and Den Xiaoping (China). more >>
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dz.writeln("ODEYEMI'S ENGLAND CONFIDENTIAL
Can of worms!
YEMI ADEGBITE, Brampton, Ontario, Canada (Nigeriaworld) - Atiku is now riding on a Lion's back, he has no choice than to continue riding, or else the lion will devour him. He should continue to return fire for fire, just like Alhaji Rimi admonished. There is no doubt that Atiku has more facts at his fingers tips than he is releasing right now. more >>
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dz.writeln("");
dz.writeln("Atiku underestimated OBJ at his own peril
ABIODUN LADEPO, Wiesbaden, Germany (Nigeriaworld) - Those who recruited Olusegun Obasanjo to run for President in 1999 are now biting their fingers and lips for the grave error of judgment that they committed. ... Being in jail had subdued him. He was cowed, tired, defeated and malleable. Above all, he was broke. The clique reasoned that it could prop OBJ up there in Aso Rock with its funds and connections, and then rule Nigeria by proxy. more >>
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dz.writeln("Who is looking for a Saint in the Nigerian Public Service?
Dr. FEMI AJAYI, Atlanta, GA, USA (Nigeriaworld) - Assembling seven Senior Advocates of Nigeria (SANs), to defend him is a pointer to guilt. Atiku, taking the hard line that Babangida and Buhari took not appearing at the Oputa Panel, is a way of admitting guilt. If he knows that he is innocent, all he has to do is to submit his documents to counter whatever EFCC submitted.... more >>
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dz.writeln("FEMI AWODELE'S HOUSE CALL
Atiku's resort to counter-allegations is disgraceful, childish, and morally unjustifiable
DAYO ALALADE, New York, NY, USA (Nigeriaworld) - While the National Assembly satisfied the will of the Nigerian masses by rejecting the third term bid, their folly is evident in the manner the entire constitutional amendment bill with 116 separate clauses was abruptly jettisoned, after having wasted billions of Naira. This sudden action shows the shoddiness of our legislators' reasoning and wisdom. more >>
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dz.writeln("");
dz.writeln("When the elephants fight...
CHIJIOKE A. NWAMARA, Maryland, USA (Nigeriaworld) - So even though I think Atiku would make a great political president, he would be a disastrous economic and moral leader, which is the last thing this nation needs at this critical time in our history. He should be made to answer this case, must be made to respond to it. The excuse that he is being pursued because of his opposition to the third term agenda is ridiculous. more >>
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dz.writeln(" updated: ENOUGH IS ENOUGH - Let us stop killing our wives
Rev. CHIMA K. EKEKE, Atlanta, GA, USA (Nigeriaworld) - I do want to apologize for saying Nigerian men, husband and fathers, please let us stop killing our wives in America. As I said, I wrote the piece with a lot of emotional anger. However incidences of domestic violence even leading to death have become very fashionable and rampant among the Nigerian community in USA. more >>
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dz.writeln("When a nation decides to be corrupt
MUYIWA ABE, Manchester, UK (Nigeriaworld) - Corruption has led to the failure of our country, the system is totally in chaos, and every infrastructure is fast decaying. Our hospitals, schools, fire service (if it is still present), the police, and almost every sector of the country are not faring well. It is sad to note that a lot of our youths, many of whom are university graduates, have become fugitives.... more >>
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dz.writeln("");
dz.writeln("SHILGBA: FROM MY HEART
Foreign assassins in Nigeria? Balogun of Owu, what is going on?
Dr. FEMI AJAYI, Atlanta, GA, USA (Nigeriaworld) - It has been rumored at the very high circles...that, if and when the political killings are from the 'TOP', the culprits would never be found. Could that be one of the obstacles in finding the killers of Bola Ige and the rest of them? Could it be that the killers are from other countries and their easy cross-over on Nigerian borders made it impossible for their apprehension? more >>
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dz.writeln("Obasanjo versus Atiku: For the good of Nigeria or a witch-hunt?
ALFRED UZOKWE, Harrisburg, PA, USA (Nigeriaworld) - One good thing that has already come out of this whole brouhaha ... In response to Atiku's letter asserting that his civil rights, as a sitting vice president, were being trampled, the president responded ''....immunity...does not include investigation.'' ...president has cleared the way for his own investigation.... more >>
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dz.writeln("Long knives and the nation
STEVE U. NWABUZOR, Michigan, USA (Nigeriaworld) - The affairs of the Nigerian state, it is now clear, is being run by characters that are not honorable. ... As it is, the country's destiny is being manned by men of low values who have not shown the fairness, uprightness and drive that are urgently needed to transform an aberrant polity into a progressive political economy. more >>
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dz.writeln("");
dz.writeln("FEMI AWODELE'S HOUSE CALL
Put an end to this Iraq war
AMOS D. DADA, Toronto, Ontario, Canada (Nigeriaworld) - Do our hearts not ache even if we don't have conscience, to see on television, innocent children lay bleed to death, women killed and maimed for nothing of their doing? If George Bush and his cronies don't have any sense of value for human dignity and life is the rest of the world so foolish to be silent? more >>
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dz.writeln("419 Operators: Real Nigerians are fighting back
DELE AJAJA, (Nigeriaworld) - Dancing innocently to my scripted tune of getting Nigeria and Nigerians back their dignity from fraudsters, one at a time, Barrister Godwin sent another e-mail asking me to send my information. I replied his mail by providing him with phony phone number, home address, bank account, and place of work. more >>
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dz.writeln("President Olusegun Obasanjo: The myth behind the man
ALEX OBI-OSUALA, Atlanta, GA, USA (Nigeriaworld) - President Olusegun Obasanjo's political successes could also be attributed to his well defined and practiced political ideology. He abandoned or moved out from the traditional concept of Yoruba politics popularized by the Awoists, which are more ethnocentric in nature, to a more embracing [nationalistic] political culture; aligning with other ethnic groups, tribes and zones.... more >>
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dz.writeln("Nigeria: A nation in darkness
VICTOR 'NIYI OGUNFOLAJU, Maryland, USA (Nigeriaworld) - In the 70's, electricity supply was still relatively normal and stable, the industrial sector, manufacturing companies and small-scale industries were enjoying full capacity productions, but by early 80's, the angels of darkness code name NEPA, descended on the entire country, bringing with them nightmare, sorrow, tears, inconveniences, sabotage and full scale darkness into Nigerians psychic permanently. more >>
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dz.writeln("Atiku got his wealth through hard work
SALIU IYANDA, Ilorin, Nigeria (Nigeriaworld) - Do our hearts not ache even if we don't have conscience, to see on television, innocent children lay bleed to death, women killed and maimed for nothing of their doing? If George Bush and his cronies don't have any sense of value for human dignity and life is the rest of the world so foolish to be silent? more >>
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dz.writeln("Back to School
ONYINYE OYEDELE, Ontario, Canada (Nigeriaworld) - For some others, you may be saying to yourself right now ''oh thank God I don't have to go back to school now and face those long hours of lectures, get assignments and homework and so many other things related to an academic pursuit.'' Yes, you are free from that but you are in a bigger institution called LIFE. more >>
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dz.writeln("The growth and development of Ndokwa land and people in Delta State, Anioma and Nigeria
TONY O. NAMMOR, (Nigeriaworld) - Speech by Hon. Sir ( Engr ) Tony O. Nammor, Senatorial Candidate, Federal House of Assembly, Delta North Senatorial District before Ndokwa Association of USA, 7th Annual Convention, Washington, DC, Saturday September 2nd, 2006. more >>
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Even the evil that evil men do, live after them
ABDULRAZAQUE BELLO-BARKINDO, Sweden (Nigeriaworld) - The story that makes me to want to punch the keys of my computer is entirely mundane and insignificant, but linked to the transcendental. It is the story of evil... It is the evil that the self-confessed “Evil Genius” did to our people, to our collective psyche, to our credibility, to our unity, to our belief system, to our hospitality, to our tolerance, to our treasury and to our fatherland. more >>
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dz.writeln("");
dz.writeln("When a fish is rotten, it starts from the head
YEMI ADEGBITE, Brampton, Ontario Canada (Nigeriaworld) - If we are anxious to improve our collective circumstances, then we must be willing to improve ourselves, commit to whatever it takes, otherwise, we shall perpetually remain bound. A person who does not shrink from self-crucifixion can never fail to accomplish the object upon which his heart is set. more >>
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dz.writeln("Of Anita Hogan, sexuality and the African woman
FRANCIS K. OBEYA, Pennsylvania, USA (Nigeriaworld) - Right from childhood, they are not allowed to talk about it, in their teenage years, a bad boy/girl is often the one who makes dirty jokes and the quickest way for an adult to lose his/her friends would be for such a person to display too much interest in sexual matters. The greatest victim of this hush- hush mentality is the African woman. more >>
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dz.writeln("Ideological battle of our time - Building a new nation where no man is oppressed
CHRISTOPHER ODETUNDE, Houston, TX, USA (Nigeriaworld) - Insisting on determining who are rogues and eliminating some of his ''friends'' from contesting for office in a free and fair election is perfidious in character. By insisting to give the nation a President in his own image, Mr. President may be guilty of intellectual contortion, political dishonesty and comedy of political errors. more >>
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dz.writeln("The house of exile
DOUGLAS AKUNIA, California, USA (Nigeriaworld) - Someone has argued with me that the people in Nigeria are so corrupt that remedy can only come from diaspora, a view shared by many but I disagree because like I said before, they are all the same. All the people that I know of, that went home and are in politics, house, senate, governor all supported Obasanjo's third term. more >>
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dz.writeln("Welcome to America: What next? Part II
FRANCIS K. OBEYA, Pennsylvania, USA (Nigeriaworld) - If your host is the sociable kind, he may introduce you to other Nigerians. You might even get the opportunity to attend a ''naija gbedu,'' at some point during your stay. At these parties you may meet two kinds of Nigerians; those who are happy that you have made it out of Nigeria and arrived in the United States, and those who are not so pleased because.... more >>
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dz.writeln("The case of the candidacy of Andy Uba, PDP, the coming election and Anambra State
JOHN C. OBASI, Pittsburgh, PA, USA (Nigeriaworld) - For the PDP under the patronage of the Ubas or the candidacy of any of the Ubas to win an election in Anambra state would be tantamount to either of two things or both: Either that Anambra people have lost all their traditional values of good name, hard work, honesty, and integrity or.... more >>
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dz.writeln("Of ''loose change'' and real change!
HALIMA S. MAMUD, London, UK (Nigeriaworld) - Another world, which I am unfortunate to be part of, recognizes the potential of its people and strives to undermine it, a world that the first survival tactics is corruption, where its people are made to believe that to move forward we have to pull others backwards, a world were parents set the worst examples for their children to follow. more >>
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dz.writeln("");
dz.writeln("BAYO'S PERISCOPE
If I were the preacher at Daramola's funeral
SAMUEL BAYO AROWOLAJU, USA (Nigeriaworld) - Today, we are all gathered because to us Dr. Ayodeji Daramola is dead. Is that true? But Jesus said he shall live. Do you believe, Jesus asked; two thousand years ago. I am asking today. Ayodeji is living today because he died as a believer in Jesus Christ. To die and live to die no more is part of the mysteries of a relationship with God through Christ Jesus. more >>
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dz.writeln("PETERSIDE ECONOMIC REVIEW
…Nigeria might be the most under-achieving country on Earth
CHAMBERLAIN S. PETERSIDE, New York, NY, USA (Nigeriaworld) - Nigeria is easily the wealthiest country amongst long-suffering African nations and that might sound quite exciting to low-achievers, except that on the flipside, its average quality of life pales in comparison to even other developing countries. It is absolutely ludicrous for Nigeria to constantly feel proud amongst a bunch of impoverished countries.... more >>
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dz.writeln("Mrs. Munira Marwa, Rotational Presidency and Marwa's bid for 2007 presidential race
Dr. FEMI AJAYI, Atlanta, GA, USA (Nigeriaworld) - Mrs. Munira Marwa stated that very genuine individuals could be by-passed using the rotational criteria in selecting Nigerian leaders. At the private dinner organized by Marwa Movement, in Atlanta, Mrs. Munira Marwa, disagrees with the Rotational Presidency in Nigeria. more >>
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dz.writeln("A trip to Africa on an mp3
ONYINYE OYEDELE, Ontario, Canada (Nigeriaworld) - With the recent luggage restrictions, fear and chaos for air passengers, a trip on an Mp3 player was quite an innovative idea! And guess what! It is free! The destination is Africa ---Malawi, Uganda and Zambia. The purpose of your trip is to visit one or more of four young children: Beatrice, Olivia, Timothy and Stephen, whose lives have been devastated by HIV/AIDS. more >>
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dz.writeln("Rivers: The squandering of riches
LEBURAH GANAGO, Atlanta, GA, USA (Nigeriaworld) - With a glut of cash at the disposal of the people in the Port Harcourt “Brick House”- a jumbo monthly allocation from the Federation Account - huge internally generated revenue - two seaports, two giant refineries, a petrochemical complex, a fertilizer plant, an international airport, an array of oil and gas and allied companies, it now appears that money is no problem to the Rivers State government but what to do with money. more >>
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dz.writeln("A new leaf for Egbe Omo Yoruba, North America
Dr. FEMI AJAYI, Atlanta, GA, USA (Nigeriaworld) - From the just concluded 14th Annual Convention of 'Egbe Omo Yoruba', the National Association of Yoruba Descendants in North America USA and Canada, in Tampa Florida, it is obvious that Yoruba group in North America has finally realized that UNITY is a non-compromising tool for a meaningful development in Nigeria. more >>
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dz.writeln("");
dz.writeln("PETERSIDE ECONOMIC REVIEW
The die is cast
LEONARD K. SHILGBA, Yola, Nigeria (Nigeriaworld) - With killers of Nigerians being very elusive and their ancestral home very indefensible and vulnerable, Nigerians should begin to carefully examine the horizon for a President who will defend them as a President should. Nigerians need a President who will defend their constitution unconditionally. President Obasanjo has neglected, ignored, and refused to uphold the constitution and unity of Nigeria. more >>
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dz.writeln("dz.writeln(" Is this another June 12 debacle?
CHRIS APOLOGUN, Sweden (Nigeriaworld) - I can see OBJ and his loose dogs gravitating towards another election annulment, as 3rd term has failed, as ING is not gaining the required currency and as the people seem ready to resist INEC that is presently being manipulated, tele-guided, and prodded to act cynically so as to cause political stalemate. more >>
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dz.writeln("Investment in Africa: Great risks, greater returns
PASCHAL UKPABI, Southfield, MI, USA (Nigeriaworld) - Investing in the Nigerian economy can be daunting but its potential rewards are unmatched in any economy in the world. With a Gross National Product, GNP, of some $38 billion, a capable population of 123 million people (NEPC, 2001), and rich natural resources, Nigeria today can be described as ''investors' paradise.'' more >>
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dz.writeln("Want to come to Europe with respect and even be picked up from the Airport? Try this
CHRISTIAN DIMKPA, Germany (Nigeriaworld) - The actual process of searching for scholarship opportunities can indeed be long and tortuous. Even when you rapidly identify suitable opportunities, you may not be selected, as other better qualified applicants have also applied. more >>
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dz.writeln("FEMI AWODELE'S HOUSE CALL
The EFCC, the money launderers and the poor Nigerians in dialogue
Rev. Fr. PAULINUS C. IWUJI, USA (Nigeriaworld) - The Federal government of Nigeria is poised to make Nigeria a corruption free nation by making real the fact that transparency, accountability, service, truth, justice and fairness are the life wire of public service especially in a democratic culture through the instrumentality of the Economic and Financial Crime Commission. more >>
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dz.writeln("Babangida’s intention to make Nigeria great again: Pooh! pooh!!
JOHN AYODELE, Atlanta, GA, USA (Nigeriaworld) - If OBJ is not a saint as IBB told the Nigerian nation, then IBB must the devil himself. No matter the comparison, Nigerians should never again touch IBB even with a long stick. All the chorus boys of IBB in the rotten years of 1985 to 1993 till 1995 should be watched so that they do not sneak in again to return that country to the lawlessness of that era. more >>
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dz.writeln("When a governor becomes an embarrassment to his State (Concluded)
SAMUEL BAYO AROWOLAJU, USA (Nigeriaworld) - With the billions of Federal money that have come to Ekiti state between 2003 and today, the hopelessness, poverty, suffering and agony that are visible on the faces of our people should not be there ...if 'Biological' agents and 'Avian flu' of corruption, greed, avarice and ungodliness have not resided in the Ekiti Government House and Governor's Office. more >>
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dz.writeln("EFCC and INEC as the goal post to 2007 elections
ADEKUNLE AJISEBUTU, Winnipeg, MB, Canada (Nigeriaworld) - That corruption has become a cancer, and has eaten deep into the body of the entity called Nigeria is an understatement. The real issue is how we deal with this problem that threatened the continuous existence of our country. We've all agreed that democracy is here to stay, but can we afford to have crooked men running our affairs? more >>
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dz.writeln("The true enemies of Ekiti: Fraud, corruption, and sychophancy
CHARLES T. ADEYANJU, Victoria, BC, Canada (Nigeriaworld) - Without the relentless efforts of good citizens of Ekiti who incessantly wrote petitions to the EFCC and anti-graft organizations, Fayose would have used his connection with Chief Obasanjo to cover up his economic crime. After all, Obasanjo and his neo-Bonarpartist ideologues were not unaware of Fayose's credibility problem, apropos kleptomania, when they nominated him to head the concave of governors for the selection of potential presidential candidates for Nigeria. more >>
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dz.writeln("Brain drain: The Nigerian situation
Dr. JIDE ADELUGBA, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada (Nigeriaworld) - It is doubtful if one can really discuss the issue of brain drain without making some reference to patriotism. Patriotism, that is, love and devotion to one's country can not be absolute, quite often it is situated in an identifiable social context. Is patriotism present in deficient proportion in Nigerians working and living in advanced countries? more >>
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dz.writeln("Nuhu Ribadu is a suitable candidate for 2007 presidential contest
OLANREWAJU AJIBOYE, Canada (Nigeriaworld) - With Ribadu as president, unlike the current president, he may not owe a debt of gratitude to any kingmaker. God has used some powerful kingmakers not only to spare the life of president Obasanjo, but to also make him the president of Nigeria since 1999. If these Kingmakers are corrupt, the president's hands are tied because of these past favours. more >>
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dz.writeln("Dr. Ayodeji Daramola: Political killings too many
STEVE U. NWABUZOR, Michigan, USA (Nigeriaworld) - Dr. Daramola, fondly called Ayo, was a friend and colleague in the early days of the College of Science and Technology of the University of Lagos in Abeokuta. I knew him at close quarters as we lived together for more than three months at the University guest house at Ibara GRA. ...showed tremendous sense of fairness, compassion and justice. more >>
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dz.writeln("ODEYEMI'S ENGLAND CONFIDENTIAL
Nigeria, the people and the leaders
FRANKLIN C. OKEREKE, Dublin, Ireland (Nigeriaworld) - Just like other excellent programmes by the former IBB government, the SAP was designed to promote economic growth to generate income to pay off debt. Critics claim that the privatization of public enterprises, which was one of the effects of SAP, would reduce state capacity and export expansion. But realistically, corruption in our civil service has endangered the survival of public sector more than SAP itself. more >>
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dz.writeln("2007 Elections: Northern leaders' confusion on ex-Generals, and Chief Justice endorsement of the military
Dr. FEMI AJAYI, Atlanta, GA, USA (Nigeriaworld) - Belgore must have been misquoted, or misinformed about Babangida, but not for ''IBB Car Gifts to Supreme Court Justices with Peugeot 605'' in 1993. Is that a way of saying 'Thank You' for the ''Car Gift of 1993''. ... The way I knew Chief Justice Belgore over the years...is different from what just came out from his mouth.... more >>
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dz.writeln("IBB candidacy and the need for presidential debate
CHIDI ANYAECHE, London, UK (Nigeriaworld) - What is the motivation for IBB to be contemplating a shot at Aso Rock? What is the driving force for IBB to be seeking the office of the Presidency? What can IBB offer to the Nigerian masses come 2007 if he gets in? What future will IBB guarantee the youths of Nigeria come 2007? What promise, economic and employment-wise will IBB pledge to the Nigerian workers come 2007? more >>
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dz.writeln("PETERSIDE ECONOMIC REVIEW
…How transportation system, power supply and housing sector could transform Nigeria
CHAMBERLAIN S. PETERSIDE, New York, NY, USA (Nigeriaworld) - ...right step in building capacity around key identified sectors – modernizing and expanding the road/railway arteries, generating/distributing sufficient electricity and nurturing a vibrant housing market through fiscal incentives and financial instruments, Nigeria might well have solved 60-70% of its debilitating problems.... more >>
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dz.writeln("Executive kleptomania in Ekiti State
ABIODUN LADEPO, Wiesbaden, Germany (Nigeriaworld) - Have you ever been to Ekiti State? If you have, you will understand the depth of my consternation. Ekiti State is one of the poorest in the Federation. Other than a relatively higher percentage of Western education enjoyed by its people, the State has virtually nothing else going for it. So, to have one person embezzle so much money in a democratic dispensation is galling, to say the least. more >>
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dz.writeln("Rejoinder to Toyo Johnson: Onitsha, MASSOB, Janjaweeds, and a Rogue Country
Dr. REX EKWUEME, Port Harcourt, Nigeria (Nigeriaworld) - Your Igbophobic focus on a likely re-emergence of Biafra, and your gleeful reference to an erosion leached Igboland, while ignoring the massive chemical pollution, wrecking your Ijaw swamps and creeks seems a little bit funny to me. Why focus on Biafra and Massob, when your Asari Dokuboh and co. are fighting the same separatist course.... more >>
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dz.writeln("For our children and generation unborn
Dr. ARTHUR A. NWANKWO, (Nigeriaworld) - Most people are too quick to write off ideology, believing it to be a long list of strange sounding nonsense, most often with an ism at the end. But this is not so. Ideology is the sum total of all received notions, values, and beliefs about life, developed over decades of interaction, and embodying certain regular attributes.... more >>
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dz.writeln("FEMI AWODELE'S HOUSE CALL
RE: Onitsha, MASSOB, Janjaweeds and a Rogue Country
CHINEDU OGOKE, (Nigeriaworld) - Toyo Johnson, can you imagine the generations that separate your acquisition of knowledge and Ojukwu's who four decades ago, according to Duro Onabule, worked out a formula for which you kill one another to even bring near the table? Sorry, only foolish Igbos will enrol for that misguided course of yours. more >>
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dz.writeln("Community broadcasting: Which way Nigeria?
BOLA ADEYILEKA, Ondo State, Nigeria (Nigeriaworld) - The stations [in Liberia] operate under relaxed rules and, unlike in Nigeria, the radio stations link the BBC and Voice Of America [VOA] for a direct re- transmission of their news and current affairs programmes, every morning and evening, without reprisal from their regulatory body; Ministry of Telecommunications, even during the crisis period. more >>
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dz.writeln("Political implications of poverty alleviation in the Northern part of Nigeria
Dr. FEMI AJAYI, Atlanta, GA, USA (Nigeriaworld) - Keynote address presented at the 13th Annual Zumunta Association, USA, National Convention, Embassy Suites Airport Hotel, Bloomington, Minnesota, Friday, July 28, 2006 more >>
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dz.writeln("FEMI AWODELE'S HOUSE CALL
Nigerians in Diaspora are refurbishing Nigeria image on 'How NOT to rob a Bank'
Dr. FEMI AJAYI, Atlanta, GA, USA (Nigeriaworld) - No Nigerian, in any part of the world, would condone what CNN reported about some Nigerians in Houston, or in any parts of the world for that matter. Nigerians expected the CNN to shed some light to the world, the efforts being made by the Nigerian Government, or to that extent, the Nigerians in Diaspora, through the internet. Nigerian writers on the internet have been very critical.... more >>
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dz.writeln("Black is beautiful
ONYINYE OYEDELE, Ontario, Canada (Nigeriaworld) - Every colour is unique, but the most attractive is Unity. It is a strong aroma that draws peace and progress. The colour you are in, is the best that you can be. Your 'container' is perfect, concentrate on the 'content'. You are not a mistake because God does not make mistakes. more >>
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dz.writeln("Bakassi: The kola nut of Nigeria
AUSTYN KAHAL, Netherlands (Nigeriaworld) - Though he has denied it, but it was however reported that he [Gowon] traded off this Bakassi Peninsula which they considered very important to frustrate the Biafran Republic from geting any assistance from there. By so doing, North, which consumes the kola nut from the West, began the process of equally consuming the Bakassi peninsula in the East. more >>
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dz.writeln("FEMI AWODELE'S HOUSE CALL
Connecting my choices to God's purpose
FEMI AWODELE, USA (Nigeriaworld) - The part of you that you feed the most has the upper hand and it also affects your choices. If you feed the Spirit more through reading the bible and prayer, then your spirit has the upper hand in your choices, if you feed your flesh through the songs you listen to, the friends you hang out with, then your flesh will have the upper hand in the choices you make. more >>
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dz.writeln("PETERSIDE ECONOMIC REVIEW
……What can Africans learn from the courage of Nelson Mandela, to become self-reliant and relevant in global geopolitics?
CHAMBERLAIN S. PETERSIDE, New York, NY, USA (Nigeriaworld) - Rather than improving over the years, Africa has continuously lost grounds to other regions. Isn't it time decision-makers in Africa took a cue from the likes of Nelson Mandela by being courageous and refusing to be cowered, working hard to capitalize on comparative advantages, whilst moving up the global value-chain? more >>
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dz.writeln("BABS' MUSE
'AFRICA PLAYS ON': Where lines blur out as musicians unite on a unanimous quest
SEGUN FAJEMISIN, London, UK (Nigeriaworld) - Generations of African musicians unite in collaboration with other international artistes to celebrate continental contribution to soccer.... Discerning music lovers will no doubt enjoy what both spectrums have to offer, and with that, savour Africa music in its elements, knowing as well that, just as in her footballing quest, the best is yet to come. more >>
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dz.writeln("The politics of restoration
CHRIS NGWODO, (Nigeriaworld) - To mount an effective challenge in 2007, the reformists must avoid the errors, foibles and the strategic ineptitude that derailed the previous generation of reformist politicians known as the progressives. In their various incarnations as NADECO, AD and more recently PRONACO, the progressives have failed to broaden their horizons beyond the coasts of the Lagos-Ibadan axis of civil society and forge alliances with like minds across the polity. more >>
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dz.writeln(" Choosing Nigeria's next president
CHINASA V. UKPABI, Durham, NC, USA (Nigeriaworld) - Considering how long we have been in the wilderness, how then could we overlook this Moses of our time? In fact, as our country grows increasingly complex and, in many cases divided, the need for transformational leaders who understand that changing their world for the better, for the many, not just for the few, has become more critical than ever. more >>
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dz.writeln("Senator Abiola Ajimobi represents Ibadan & Nigerians in the US
Rev. Dr. EBENEZER ALABI, Dallas, TX, USA (Nigeriaworld) - Ajimobi represents us and cater to our interest in the Nigerian Senate. He has been exposed to politics in America, hence he knows what are the expectation of the masses in a progressive political environment, hence he has displayed the qualities of a new-breed politician, devoid of corruption or any scandal in this contemporary Nigerian setting. more >>
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dz.writeln("When the American medical team visited Kwara State
Dr. FEMI AJAYI, Atlanta, GA, USA (Nigeriaworld) - In her opening remarks, to flag-off a week free medical services by the American Medical Team, in collaboration with Kwara State Government and the Well Being Foundation, she [Mrs. Toyin Saraki] encouraged Kwarans to take advantage of the presence of the American Medical Team, present themselves for examination and treatment with effective drugs. more >>
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dz.writeln("Counting the human costs of Soludo's consolidation scheme
MALCOLM FABIYI, Chicago, IL, USA (Nigeriaworld) - As an economist, and a reasonably accomplished one at that, Professor Soludo is well aware of what the concepts of opportunity cost, and the time value of money are. Why are these depositors yet to be paid? ..we must establish how much would have been earned if it had been made available for use in the economy instead. more >>
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dz.writeln("The Nigerian Embassy in Mexico, Nigerians and Mr. Sunday B. Ekanem
G. ALBERT GEORGE, Mexico City, Mexico (Nigeriaworld) - Very specifically, the conduct of one of the so-called diplomat or better put, husband of a diplomat, Mr. Sunday B. Ekanem. In fact, his spouse is in the infamous department responsible for security issues as well as promoting the Nigerian image. His bad conduct and activities here in Mexico are very well known to Nigerians and sadly, Mexicans. more >>
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dz.writeln("Dr. Moghalu of UN speaks about the fight against AIDS, Malaria and Tuberculosis in developing nations and Nigeria
ALFRED UZOKWE, Harrisburg, PA, USA (Nigeriaworld) - I met up with Dr. Moghalu in Romulus, Michigan, and sat down with him for an exclusive interview for Nigeriaworld. I wanted to find out how the Global Fund was reaching out to Nigeria in the all-important fight against the pandemics. We also explored some of the interesting challenges he has faced as he worked in 4-continents on assignment for the United Nations. more >>
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dz.writeln("The growing momentum for Africa, Africa-Diaspora partnership
CHINUA AKUKWE, Washington, DC, USA (Nigeriaworld) - A fundamental looming obstacle is how best to develop a shared vision between Africa and its Diaspora. As noted by many [other] participants in this conference [Second International Conference of Africa and Africans in the Diaspora in Salvador, Bahia, Brazil], it is an illusion to believe that there is at the moment a shared vision of progress between two peoples who have been separated for centuries. more >>
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dz.writeln("RE: At the High Commission
TEMITOPE O. TOKOSI, South Africa (Nigeriaworld) - On the flip side, one can argue that these foreign officials are justified to treat Nigerians like this, but why? They do so because Nigerian government officials are renowned to be thieves, crooks and corrupt. If a govt official forges documents to steal money, what would you expect of an ordinary citizen? more >>
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dz.writeln("In defense of the EFCC
CHIJIOKE A. NWAMARA, Maryland, USA (Nigeriaworld) - Anybody who has lived in Nigeria, worked in Nigeria, and has run or owned a business in Nigeria, knows how difficult it is to make an honest living. With the difficult economic structures in place, and tedious economic cycles created by infrastructural and economic impediments, making an honest living means working twice as hard and just barely breaking even. more >>
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dz.writeln("VIOLATED------What has been taken from you?
ONYINYE OYEDELE, Ontario, Canada (Nigeriaworld) - In a more dynamic context, a nation can be violated when those who have been trusted with the welfare of the people rob them----financially, mentally and politically. A state, school, an organization, a company, church, and community can also be violated. It is related to a painful experience of being betrayed or taken for granted. more >>
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dz.writeln("");
dz.writeln("Enough is Enough of Lanre Banjo
YEMI OKE, North York, Ontario, Canada (Nigeriaworld) - Lanre Banjo, please let me ask you, what in heaven's sake has Governor Gbenga Daniel done to deserve all these mess from you? You have now chosen to extend it to his innocent family members, both born and unborn. Haba!!! Remember you have written over 10 letters all replete with evil, unspeakable words against this Governor. more >>
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dz.writeln("The Alaafin crowned me King of Highlife - King Oliver De Coque
GODSON OFFOARO, Washington, DC, USA (Nigeriaworld) - I compose any where that inspiration catches up with me. I could be having my bathe, I could be sleeping and dreaming and I could be driving. Whenever, I am inspired, I stop whatever I am doing to record. more >>
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dz.writeln("PETERSIDE ECONOMIC REVIEW
Developmental quandary in Nigeria …Flush with cash, yet the citizens remain impoverished
CHAMBERLAIN S. PETERSIDE, New York, NY, USA (Nigeriaworld) - The situation today is like a “Catch 22” conundrum; Nigeria has found itself awash with money simply by chance, thanks to high oil prices for which it had no role in bringing about. Without the right mix of factors, it is unconscionable to release unprecedented amount of funds into the local economy, even for the most altruistic of purposes - most of it could just disappear. more >>
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dz.writeln("The interim government OBJ slotted to head: When will 3rd Term Agenda die?
CHRISTOPHER ODETUNDE, Houston, TX, USA (Nigeriaworld) - Knowing what we all know about Nigerians, I would suggest that instead of OBJ heading the interim government, OBJ place one of the people he has been eyeing for presidency to head the interim government so that OBJ and the country can monitor the performance of such person. more >>
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dz.writeln("Our war: Need for political gladiators in 2007
CHRISTOPHER ODETUNDE, Houston, TX, USA (Nigeriaworld) - Our past Civil War characterized by ''to keep Nigeria one is a task that must be done,'' was really more or less Northern phenomenon fought with blood and guts, this time around, we must fight our present class war without firing any shots but must be insolubly resolved by peaceful, courageous and mentally alert means. more >>
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dz.writeln("That Iyabo's interview, Nigerian women, and 2007 Nigerian elections
Dr. FEMI AJAYI, Atlanta, GA, USA (Nigeriaworld) - The way Dr. Iyabo Obasanjo-Bello, an epidemiologist, 'crashed' into the gates of Nigerian politics in most recent period, could be a direct challenge to male Nigerian politicians. The message might be that women in Nigeria are ready to slug it out with Nigerian men in the Nigerian political process. I like that. more >>
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dz.writeln("FEMI AWODELE'S HOUSE CALL
President Obasanjo: Please visit my State
CHIDI ANYAECHE, London, UK (Nigeriaworld) - If you are afraid of your health, should you fall ill during your visit, please let not the sorry state of the health-care facilities in my state, despite your government spending over 150 Billion Naira on health from 1999 to date, discourage you. more >>
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dz.writeln("Open letter from Lanre Banjo to Gov Otunba Gbenga Daniel - Monday, June 26, 2006
LANRE BANJO, Offin, Sagamu, Ogun State, Nigeria (Nigeriaworld) - I have no doubt in my mind that, as future events unfold themselves, it will become clearer and clearer that the cause for which you are now scheming to immolate me is a just and eternal one for which I am packed ready to lay down my life. more >>
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dz.writeln("Political courage, do the right thing in 2007
CHRISTOPHER ODETUNDE, Houston, TX, USA (Nigeriaworld) - Think for a minute that if Nigeria had the courage in 1999 to elect new young leaders, allowed the old kleptomaniacs to move on to where ever their loots were in the world in order to allow the nation to start afresh, can you imagine where we would have been six years later? more >>
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dz.writeln("EFCC and the 2007 elections
OKEZIE CHUKWUMERIJE, Houston, TX, USA (Nigeriaworld) - Inherent in Ribadu's view is that we Nigerians should trust the judgment of the Commission and its officials. If they label someone ''bad'' by charging him with a crime, we should respect their judgment, regardless of whether there has been conclusive finding of guilt by the courts. more >>
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dz.writeln("Dr Moghalu of UN advocates literacy at the Nnewi Convention in Michigan
ALFRED UZOKWE, Harrisburg, PA, USA (Nigeriaworld) - Decrying the fallen standard of education and the relegation of literacy to the background in Igboland, Dr Moghalu noted that it was no coincidence that the men who led the struggle for independence like Dr Nnamdi Azikiwe and Chief Obafemi Awolowo were educated intellectuals who used their knowledge to engage the colonialists, eventually winning the struggle for independence. more >>
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dz.writeln("PETERSIDE ECONOMIC REVIEW
Next frontier of reform …Entrenching Prudence and Fiscal Responsibility at the State/Local Levels
CHAMBERLAIN S. PETERSIDE, New York, NY, USA (Nigeriaworld) - A more draconian step will be to enact a constitutional provision that would outline fiscal parameters for elected officials, define how they must relate to public funds. Under certain circumstances it might be necessary to make it constitutionally binding that states maintain a balanced budget, not borrow money.... more >>
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dz.writeln("History doesn't always favour fairy tale endings
TUNDE OYEDOYIN, London, UK (Nigeriaworld) - And by the way, we all love fairy tale endings, don't we? Both mortal beings and those who have immortalised themselves one way or the other surely do. ... But history doesn't always favour those in search of fairy tale endings, though. For some, it ends in tears, like it recently did for the German manager, Jurgen Klinsmann. more >>
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dz.writeln("Nigeria in search of her destiny
Rev. Fr. PAULINUS C. IWUJI, USA (Nigeriaworld) - Many great nations passed through what Nigeria is facing now. Literally speaking, Charles Dickens theatrically captured the horrorful face of England and France, and by extension Europe, in great hyperbolism in his A Tale of Two Cities in their epochal history of the year One Thousand Seven Hundred and Seventy-Five. It was the era of double face, oppositions, contradiction.... more >>
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dz.writeln("America's 4th of July, Nigeria'S October 1: A tale of two nations
CHRISTOPHER ODETUNDE, Houston, TX, USA (Nigeriaworld) - Today all over Nigeria, Nigerians are more puritanical rather than relativistic around corruption, born to rule, and over dramatization of political zoning. If Nigerians do not take advantage of the new found power as exhibited in the Third Term Agenda debate, it is very likely that nothing would save our dear nation.... more >>
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dz.writeln("For a clean start in 2007
LEBURAH GANAGO, Atlanta, GA, USA (Nigeriaworld) - If you can prove to him that you are a loyal and faithful servant, he would look the other way while you loot the national treasury silly. But if you happen to be the “recalcitrant” type and partakes in what has come to be a national pastime on Obasanjo’s watch-treasury looting, OBJ would roast you alive and make a big show of it to get the attention of his western mentors.... more >>
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dz.writeln("A historic salute to EPU-USA in Minnesota
GEORGE C. ONUORAH, New York, USA (Nigeriaworld) - As we converge in Minneapolis, Minnesota during this historic and momentous period in EPU-USA Inc evolution, one is reminded about the saying that it's not the hat you wear but how you wear it. In other wards, our vision may be small, but our mission is enormous. more >>
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dz.writeln("RE: African immigrants and the African American - Understanding the relationship
OBEYA F. KIZITO, Pennsylvania, USA (Nigeriaworld) - The African American on average is a very resilient person, very friendly, very trusting, always ready with a quick smile and never envious of the achievements of others. They are a very tolerant people and have great respect for Africa whom they call the motherland. We have allowed the actions of the negative elements among them to define our perceptions of them. more >>
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dz.writeln("The Bakassi Peninsula problem
BANKOLE A. OKUWA, Pine Bluff, AR, USA (Nigeriaworld) - The U.N. member nations that have rejected ICJ opinions on several issues because they appear contrary to their sovereign interests are the United States, Israel, India, and a good member of the older U.N. members than Nigeria. The recommendation of Oud Abdallah/Bola Ajubola's Mixed Commission was a bait which we voluntarily allowed to lure us into the Kofi Annan/U. N. trap. more >>
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dz.writeln("Nigerian Stock Exchange welcomes Nigerian Reunion Extravaganza 2006 for its 10th Anniversary in Atlanta
Dr. FEMI AJAYI, Atlanta, GA, USA (Nigeriaworld) - The Reunion is another way of getting Nigerians, and friends of Nigerians together, to dialogue on various ways of making their life better through networking, liberating themselves from menial jobs, and to be in line with their education, which they obtained in the USA. more >>
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dz.writeln("Countdown to May 29, 2007 (3)
CHIDO ONUMAH, Richmond, BC, Canada (Nigeriaworld) - It is great that the president is speaking out on the type of person he would like to succeed him. ...sounding less like a democrat and more and more like a military despot. ... When you listen to the president, the feeling you get is that Nigeria is a family business. Certainly, it does appear so from the standpoint of the PDP. more >>
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dz.writeln("Babangida and Obasanjo - The grassroots comparative analysis
FRANKLIN C. OKEREKE, Dublin, Ireland (Nigeriaworld) - It is not a gainsaying that the masses have faired well with the programmes of Babangida and will definitely like to see him back. A government that cannot ensure the people's welfare and refuses to listen to the cries of the people for a change is irresponsible, despotic and undemocratic. more >>
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dz.writeln("");
dz.writeln("FEMI AWODELE'S HOUSE CALL
Excision Bakassi from Nigeria: Time to 'Disgrace' the Ex-Generals and corrupt Nigerians from the 2007 presidential race
Dr. FEMI AJAYI, Atlanta, GA, USA (Nigeriaworld) - Nigerians should show any Military man, aspiring to be the next Nigeria President, the easy way out. Nigerians cannot and should never trust ANY ex-generals as the Nigerian President. The Military should focus on its call; defend the territories of Nigeria.... more >>
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dz.writeln("BABS' MUSE
Fani Kayode, president's assistant, apologizes to Nigerians, begs for confirmation!
ALFRED UZOKWE, Harrisburg, PA, USA (Nigeriaworld) - The man that took pride in abusing people became ''contrite''. From a loud-mouthed braggart, he turned into a big mouse, groveling for confirmation. This writer expected that a man that arrogated so much authority to himself would have gracefully walked into the Senate chambers and say to them: ''confirm me if you like'' and quietly walk away. more >>
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dz.writeln("Countdown to May 29, 2007 (2)
CHIDO ONUMAH, Richmond, BC, Canada (Nigeriaworld) - Why was it possible that Abiola died in detention while fighting for the presidency and his kinsman, Obasanjo, was released from prison and made president? Is it possible that Abiola was told to relinquish his claim to the presidency and he refused? more >>
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dz.writeln("AFRO-POET AT LARGE
Gender roles in African relationships
FOLASAYO DELE-OGUNRINDE, New York, NY, USA (Nigeriaworld) - It’s not that most women won’t take on the lion share of domestic responsibilities or burn down the kitchen in protest, it is the expectations, and the fact that most men think it is their God-given right. It’s about respect. “”Some” guys don’t get it, that the same way some men don’t want to be seen merely as “meal tickets” is the same way some women don’t want to be seen as “domestic helps”. more >>
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dz.writeln("Germany 2006 - FIFA referees - Great obstacle in Africa's way
RAY TAREK BELLEH, Karlsruhe, Germany (Nigeriaworld) - Don't get me wrong, I think FIFA, under Sett Blatter, has made some improvements. But they are not tremendous and mostly haven't favoured the African continent in the grand scheme of things. It's not just the taking part but the equal and fair participation that counts. more >>
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dz.writeln("PETERSIDE ECONOMIC REVIEW
Perception is king …Re-branding African markets for the new millennium
CHAMBERLAIN S. PETERSIDE, New York, NY, USA (Nigeriaworld) - It is naïve to think that there exists a conspiracy by the ''Western Media'' to intentionally discredit African countries, as some people might believe. In this day and age, information flies and negative news travels even faster. We must bear in mind that at times, news is reported from a subjective perspective, tweaked or slanted to fit certain motives. more >>
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dz.writeln("FEMI AWODELE'S HOUSE CALL
Are the known Nigerian PDP presidential aspirants for 2007 ''Empty Barrels'', ''Rats'' or ''Bigger Rats''?
Dr. FEMI AJAYI, Atlanta, GA, USA (Nigeriaworld) - Ironically, in the search for a virile Nigeria and capable leadership, and possibly work on the dilapidated Nigerian Constitution, the National Assembly is busy collecting signatures to impeach President Obasanjo, in what it considered some 127 impeachable offences; ''Empty Barrels'', ''Rats'', ''Bigger Rats'' at the helm of Nigerian affairs? more >>
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dz.writeln("BABS' MUSE
Former Heads of State and national benefits: Forget it!
BABS AJAYI, Toronto, Ontario, Canada (Nigeriaworld) - The truth is that the Nigerian people do not owe Generals Yakubu Gowon, Olusegun Obasanjo, Mohammudu Buhari, Ibrahim Babangida and Sani Abacha a penny. It is, in fact, the other way round. The Generals owe us plenty apologies, plenty explanations of human rights abuses they perpetrated. more >>
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dz.writeln("
Oyinlola, the chicken has come home to roost!
KEHINDE NUBI, (Nigeriaworld) - I was amused when I read about the attack on Oyinlola.... One last word for the Oyinlolas of this world, it is best to sanitize this society while you still can. Heavens forbid it, if one or more of the police officers had been crazier than the rest, it could have been another story, and the world, of course, would have moved on without you. more >>
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dz.writeln("FEMI AWODELE'S HOUSE CALL
2007: Ndigbo's lack-luster clamor for the presidency
ABIODUN LADEPO, Wiesbaden, Germany (Nigeriaworld) - Did anybody think the Yorubas were going to be given the presidency in 1999 just by asking? No. The Yorubas had to make a case for it and then they had to fight for it. If the Igbos think the presidency will rotate counterclockwise from the West to the South-South, to the South East, and then to the East, they will be in for a rude shock.... more >>
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dz.writeln("Babangida will drown in the pool of retributive justice
KOLA O. OLANIRAN, Saint Albans, NY, USA (Nigeriaworld) - The goal of everyone in life is to add value to other people's lives. Babangida's goal in life was to amass wealth but it is very sad that IBB is wealthy only in term of materialism, he is wealthy but miserable, he is not fulfilled, that's why he wants power again and whether he gets it or not, he will still not be fulfilled.... more >>
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dz.writeln("Ladoja’s cry for lost mandate and Obasanjo’s illegal withdrawal
JOHN AYODELE, Atlanta, GA, USA (Nigeriaworld) - Rashidi Ladoja needs to consign his dreams about regaining his so-called mandate to Ogunpa river and join the club of ex-rulers of Oyo State like Omololu Olunloyo and others. He needs to apologize for his immaturity in politics, miscalculations, his lack of decency and inability to stand for justice. more >>
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dz.writeln("Economic reforms not enough
WEMDI NWAHAM, North Carolina, USA (Nigeriaworld) - Obasanjo no doubt has done very well in some areas of our lives. But he spent all the seven years not building institutions, structures, systems and procedures that should instill confidence in the people to hold their leaders to account. He did not want to be challenged, not least by a confident people buoyed up by himself. more >>
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dz.writeln("Change of name is not change of character
PRINCE P. IMMA, California, USA (Nigeriaworld) - The same people in the past military rules are the same people in the civilian rule. Changing of name do not change character - their idiosyncrasies, modus operandi and modus vivendi still remain the same. They are still inclined to their greediness, lust for money, non-chalant attitude for the down trodden.... more >>
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dz.writeln("Pedophiles: Their new campaign in Holland and Nigeria's law<
OSSIE EZEAKU, Antwerp, Belgium (Nigeriaworld) - The religious or traditional African values which implores us to abhor these types of vices should continue to be upheld. There are certain elements in them that are valuable weapons to checkmate certain human misbehaviour. It smacks of oversight, when educated Africans allow Western radicalism to override core African values. more >>
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dz.writeln("PETERSIDE ECONOMIC REVIEW
'Presidential pardon' for Ogoni heroes and martyrs
TOMBARI MCFINI, Hartford, CT, USA (Nigeriaworld) - President Olusegun Obasanjo, in pretense, fails to acknowledge that the Ogoni Heroes and Martyrs were respected, peacenik, noble, honorable, lovable, just and law-abiding indigents of Ogoni nation and bona fide citizens of Nigeria. [They]...in several ways had contributed immensely either individually or collective to the growth, development and unity of Nigeria. more >>
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dz.writeln("Political x-ray of Obasanjo's tenure
AUGUSTINE C. OHANWE, (Nigeriaworld) - When the nation's political x-ray under President Obasanjo is placed against a bright light for study, it shows, like those of his predecessors some centrifugal anomalies. But while highlighting the president's shortcomings, we must also, as a matter of balancing political equation, mention his pigmy achievements either in passing form or even as a footnote. more >>
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dz.writeln("The politics of 'Who will succeed OBJ'
GEORGE C. ONUORAH, New York, USA (Nigeriaworld) - As Nigerians become more patriotic and less ethnocentric, the desire to forge ahead in unity will manifest itself. Secondly, the realism that if we are one nation, we must sublimate our various ambitions to achieve one destiny will in all probability come to fruition. more >>
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dz.writeln("Why Babangida should never be president again
ALFRED UZOKWE, Harrisburg, PA, USA (Nigeriaworld) - If anyone is to blame for permanently changing Nigeria from a nation with promise, a fairly good economy and strong foreign exchange, to a nation with battered economy and an almost useless currency....bringing about or exacerbating the brain drain....institutionalizing bribery and corruption in Nigeria and enthroning mediocrity....it is Babangida. more >>
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dz.writeln("Democracy without foundation: Another wasted opportunity
UCHENNA ODOGWO, USA (Nigeriaworld) - Whoever said what goes around does not come around? That was how the president undermined the very house he built by changing and replacing the supporting pillars and beams, every market day until finally his antics produced one Ken Nnamani. In doing so, Obasanjo made Nnamani's job very easy. The current Senate President is surely not St. Kenneth. more >>
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dz.writeln("FEMI AWODELE'S HOUSE CALL
Obasanjo's ''Demise'': Celebrating a pyrrhic victory
ABIODUN LADEPO, Wiesbaden, Germany (Nigeriaworld) - Obasanjo should rise above the pettiness of the gloating going on right now. He should do his best, in consultation with the real powers that be, to ensure that he does not hand over power to another Shehu Shagari, who will govern so poorly that the military will return and keep Nigeria in a vicious circle of political and economic instability. more >>
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dz.writeln("An entrenched culture of denials in Nigeria
KIRI KENIBO, (Nigeriaworld) - The propensity to deny does not seem to have aroused any condemnation on the part of Nigerians. Anyone can deny the truth in Nigeria, in broad daylight, on the pages of newspapers, or on the television screens. Everyone knows that anyone denying a basic fact is telling a lie. But, only very few are courageous enough to tell anyone denying that he or she is telling a lie. more >>
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dz.writeln("BAYO'S PERISCOPE
Oyo Gubernatorial Election: Adedibu irrelevant in 2007?
ABIODUN LADEPO, Wiesbaden, Germany (Nigeriaworld) - For now, one thing is clear: the buccaneerish Lamidi Adedibu does not have a dog in the gubernatorial fight of 2007. Not yet, at least. With Adewusi running rings around Adedibu, Alao-Akala skeptical of Adedibu, Ladoja and Adeojo estranged with Adedibu, the marginalization of the Molete maestro seems to have begun in earnest. more >>
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dz.writeln("Third Term agenda: Matters arising (3)
CHIDO ONUMAH, Richmond, BC, Canada (Nigeriaworld) - Obasanjo should stop sounding like the victim in the third term crisis. He may be the vanquished, but he started this war. If he feels 'maligned, insulted and wrongly accused' it is because he created and nurtured a monster. It can’t be business as usual, Mr. President. more >>
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dz.writeln("Stimulation for my generation
LEKAN AKINOSHO, Toronto, Canada (Nigeriaworld) - If we go to the history of Nigeria today, dead and alive, the luckiest Nigerian is Obasanjo. But this is a man that is so deceitful, very economical with truth, who hide under the disguise of born again Christian, a proud man assuring himself like Hitler that he is made of higher genes. But for your information, that has been his Achilles' heel. more >>
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dz.writeln("Greedy, indolent and very expensive Senators
ABIODUN LADEPO, Wiesbaden, Germany (Nigeriaworld) - Built into each senator's huge salary are constituency office funds and funds for maintaining such offices, including staff salaries. I have looked all over my Oyo South district and could not locate my Senator (Abiola Ajimobi)'s office. In fact, for good measure, I tried to locate the office of my House of Representatives member, Honorable (?) T.O. Arapaja. I could not find one. more >>
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dz.writeln("2007: Electronic Voting System will make vote manipulation easier
ALFRED UZOKWE, Harrisburg, PA, USA (Nigeriaworld) - Nigerians must reject the use of electronic voting system for the 2007 elections. The time is just not yet ripe for it. They must resist it with the same gusto used against the third term project. If this is not done, come 2007, PDP and Obasanjo will hand down to Nigerians a person of their choice and then use the EVS to legitimize him. more >>
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dz.writeln("The defeat of Obasanjo can turn into victory
BABS AJAYI, Toronto, Ontario, Canada (Nigeriaworld) - If President Obasanjo felt he was defending democracy and good governance last week when he addressed the PDP then he got it all wrong. Rather at that Thursday, May 18, 2006 event, he only made an open admission of his failed effort to subvert the will of the people, to tow the line of Ferdinand Marcus of the Philippines, Francois 'Papa Doc' Duvalier of Haiti.... more >>
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dz.writeln(" Chief Ken Nnamani is my hero
Rev. C. KINGSTON EKEKE, Atlanta, GA, USA (Nigeriaworld) - He [Senator Ken Nnamani] is the man of the hour, the man of the future and in fact the Moses of our time. He and his courageous senators have saved Nigeria from bondage, slavery, poverty, and perhaps a civil war that could have caused the worst human causalities and unmanageable refugees and violence in all of Africa. The consequences of Third Term Agenda would have affected the entire world. more >>
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dz.writeln("Third Term, its demise, and some perspectives
GBENGA ADEJUYIGBE and IGE BOLODEOKU, Canada (Nigeriaworld) - It is refreshing that Babangida, Atiku, Buhari, Wole Soyinka, Gani Fawehinmi and Orji Kalu can ''work together'' on a political agenda. Their success in defeating the third term agenda, notwithstanding the enormous power and influence of the presidency, is a proof that if we could find common grounds on which to collaborate there was almost nothing Nigerians could not accomplish. more >>
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The demise of Third Term and the birth of political regeneration
ADELEKE OTUNUGA, Laurel, MD, USA (Nigeriaworld) - When we put aside our petty bickering against the head of the present administration, we come face to face with the reality of a government whose socioeconomic record is so far unparalleled. Yes, Obasanjo has his faults. ... But make no mistake about this: none of the current presidential wannabes are appropriate for the office for which they currently aspire. more >>
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dz.writeln("Third Term: Celebration, Reflection and a Warning to the North
CHIJIOKE A. NWAMARA, Maryland, USA (Nigeriaworld) - If the Northerners get this Presidency, let them not wipe out our Foreign Reserves, and our excess crude revenue accounts. These savings have come through discipline, sacrifice and transparency. We must never return to the days when corruption was official government policy, where everyone was in government to steal and loot the treasury. more >>
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dz.writeln("Obasanjo, Uwazuruike and the MASSOB phenomenon in context
MATTHEW UZUKWU, Upper Marlboro, MD, USA (Nigeriaworld) - Uwazuruike's agitation, in the context of Nigerian unity and its practical effectuations historically and contemporaneously, is therefore not unique. As a response to geopolitical inequity, this agitation is as much a reaction to an unacceptable post war politico/religious ideology predicated upon military conquest. more >>
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dz.writeln("Baba Iyabo, mama Iyabo says come home you little brother tortoise
Dr. FEMI AJAYI, Atlanta, GA, USA (Nigeriaworld) - I believe Obasanjo underestimated Nigerians in all its ramifications, and he is getting the result he deserves. I won't be surprised when Obasanjo comes out in a 'flamboyant' speech to tell Nigerians that those sycophants, thieves, 'oloriburukus', (badlucks), empty headed Nigerians are behind Third Term Agenda. He played to the hands of intelligent Nigerians. more >>
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dz.writeln("Unraveling of third term bid, Obasanjo's vindictiveness and the few courageous legislators
ALFRED UZOKWE, Harrisburg, PA, USA (Nigeriaworld) - If Obasanjo succeeds in changing the constitution to rule for a third or what others call a fourth term, the flood gates would have been opened; a precedent would have been set that amendment of Nigeria's constitution is as easy as ABC. It means that when another president ascends power, he may once again seek to change the constitution to rule for four terms and so on. It does not end there.... more >>
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dz.writeln("To a comrade and friend at 60
CHIDO ONUMAH, Richmond, BC, Canada (Nigeriaworld) - Eddie has maintained a regular Thursday column since joining the Guardian in February 1985 as a member of the editorial board. His ideological clarity, style, and understanding of local and international issues have endeared him to many, particularly the younger generation of Nigerians and have made his column a must read for students of political economy, history, politics.... more >>
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dz.writeln("Mr. President, No Third Term: Voices from Diaspora
MIDDLE BELT FORUM IN THE DIASPORA, (Nigeriaworld) - It is disheartening to see elected politicians acting undemocratically. For two years now, the country has wasted so much energy on the third term question, and little attention has been paid to problems of corruption, education, the economy, poverty, and ethnic and religious conflicts. more >>
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dz.writeln("Yet another Letter to President Obasanjo
NIYI OSUNDARE, New Orleans, LA, USA (Nigeriaworld) - Dear President Obasanjo, your Third Term plot has divided the country you swore to keep together. You have diverted us from our national focus and constituted yourself into the main issue in the Nigerian space. Put another way, your toxic ambition is poisoning the national system. more >>
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dz.writeln("The Gift and Mystery of Motherhood
NNENNA KINGSTON-EKEKE, Atlanta, GA, USA (Nigeriaworld) - The gift and mystery of motherhood is a deep truth that those who continue to subjugate the purpose, influence and leadership of women in this world must know and understand. The woman was given very clear tasks namely: Childbearing (Genesis 3), Care of the Home (Titus 2:4-5; Proverbs 14:1) and Support of the Husband (Eph. 5:22 -24). more >>
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dz.writeln("Between arm-chair fanatics, nationalism and leadership
JOHN AYODELE, Atlanta, GA, USA (Nigeriaworld) - Some people get desperate when new leaders are evolving, as in Nigeria, and the only means to block this will be to, not only run down the leaders, but also the messengers. This is referring to some arm chair fanatics who never see anything good in their leaders and who attempt to shout down those who want to encourage emerging leaders. more >>
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dz.writeln("Nigerians in the Diaspora and the Golden Years
TENI A. OSUNDEKO, (Nigeriaworld) - A Nigerian grandma burst into tears when her son called from Europe to wish her happy mother's day. She had it all, a beautiful home, money, friends.... Yet she felt empty because all her children lived outside Nigeria. A variety of reasons compel many more Nigerian elders to leave their comfort zone, uproot and relocate to white man's land to spend the remainder of their days. more >>
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dz.writeln("Open Letter to President Olusegun Obasanjo
OWOEYE STEPHEN TAYO, Kano, Nigeria (Nigeriaworld) - Mr president, we are confronted with a situation in which we set goals for our society which, when reached, appear to create new problems. You as the captain of this ship need to be extra vigilant to ensure this third term issue do not break this fragile entity. You are a statesman, you have to think deeply about us - the next generation. more >>
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dz.writeln("BY POPULAR DEMAND
Looking for the Real and True Nigerian
UCHENNA ODOGWO, USA (Nigeriaworld) - The President confessed recently. He knew “things were bad” but he never knew how bad. Is that really true? If Obasanjo never knew how “BAD” was “BAD” in Nigeria, as at May 29, 1999, when he became president, either he had an amnesia during his “sabbatical in prison” or he was suffering from extreme intoxication from drinking “pito” from Shaki village. more >>
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dz.writeln("BOOK REVIEW
The facts and fallacies of the resurrection
SAMUEL BAYO AROWOLAJU, USA (Nigeriaworld) - Since Jesus was killed and buried under the supervision of the Roman and Jewish political and religious leaders, if Jesus did not resurrect, His body (dead or alive) at whatever cost and sacrifice, would have been recovered, paraded or dragged through out the streets and hills of Jerusalem to prove to the world the lie of the apostles about his Resurrection. more >>
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dz.writeln("ONYINYE'S MIRROR ON LIFE
Nigeria: On social security and awareness
LEONARD K. SHILGBA, Yola, Nigeria (Nigeriaworld) - It is very commendable should every University have a forum where students, under the advice of faculty members, discuss economic, social, political, and academic issues. We have such a forum in our University of which I happen to be an Advisor. Ignorance breeds violence and intemperate language.... more >>
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dz.writeln("Obasanjo, the making of a tragic hero
KEHINDE NUBI, (Nigeriaworld) - Mr. President, if you are reading this, do not bother to explain to us why you think you are the last President standing, the reason is clear to us; instead of being a Mandela, you prefer to be another Mugabe! What a shame! Spare us your good intentions, the road to hell is usually paved with good intentions. more >>
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dz.writeln("Orji Uzor Kalu and Aba, the city of dung
FELIX A. OBI, Abuja, Nigeria (Nigeriaworld) - If Orji Uzor succeeded in reconstructing the major roads in Aba like Governor Adamu Muazu did in Bauchi town using Julius Berger, the residents of Aba will remember him for life like they revere Dee Sam Mbakwe. But he has thrown away an opportunity to stamp his feet on the path of posterity.... more >>
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dz.writeln("PETERSIDE ECONOMIC REVIEW
To be, or not? ...Decoding Nigeria’s Survival Index and Growth Path
CHAMBERLAIN S. PETERSIDE, New York, NY, USA (Nigeriaworld) - The last census figures when published will buttress certain demographic assumptions about Nigeria; that, after forty years of co-habiting the geographic expanse called Nigeria, people have continuously been integrating, that a growing portion of population could hardly be identified as belonging to one ethnic group or another.... more >>
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dz.writeln("FEMI AWODELE'S HOUSE CALL
The moral emptiness of Obasanjo
OKEZIE CHUKWUMERIJE, Houston, TX, USA (Nigeriaworld) - Listen to him talk, listen to the strength of his arguments, and ask yourself whether you do not know of a high school student who can construct better arguments. Think about his people skills, think about the way he relates to those around him, and ask yourself whether you do not know a kindergarten student with a better knowledge of human psychology. more >>
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dz.writeln("Third Term agenda: Matters arising (2)
CHIDO ONUMAH, Richmond, BC, Canada (Nigeriaworld) - Today, Nigerians find themselves in the same viselike grip they were under General Abacha. But Obasanjo is worse than Abacha. At least with Abacha Nigerians knew what to expect. Obasanjo is the master of political intrigues. Even though Nigerians are supposed to be enjoying the 'dividends' of democracy under Obasanjo, there is nothing to show after seven dreadful years. more >>
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dz.writeln("Of the discrimination of Nigerian HND graduates
CHRISTIAN DIMKPA, Jena, Germany (Nigeriaworld) - The truth is, like his BSc counterpart, the present Nigerian HND graduate is a lazy, dependent fellow who would not take his destiny in his hands. Many students attend polytechnics for several reasons. ...undertaking an ND program was a form of security, since [it] is of shorter duration, and there is no guaranteed funding for the longer BSc program. more >>
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dz.writeln("Out of Paris Club debt, what next?
OLANREWAJU AJIBOYE, (Nigeriaworld) - There should be social welfare programmes like social welfare assistance to the jobless, the weak and the old. People should be gainfully employed and have access to good healthcare. There must be security to lives and property and there must be freedoms of movement, speech, lawful assembly, religion. There should be right to life.... more >>
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dz.writeln("Socio-cultural awareness as imperative to economic growth
ADELEKE OTUNUGA, Laurel, MD, USA (Nigeriaworld) - I have no beef against those of us who go for vacation and tourism in France, Spain, Greece, etc. My personal reflection on the matter, though, is this: why would an African go on a sight-seeing visit to Spain when he is yet to see any of the wonders of the African continent? Why travel to see the Stonehenge when you have not visited the Sphinx Statue? more >>
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dz.writeln("RE: Religion and Fanaticism (Concluded)
EJUKWA OSAM, Minneapolis, MN, USA (Nigeriaworld) - Once a Christian condemns these awful lifestyles, one becomes accused of being homophobic, a religious fanatic or a bigot. Christians are then reminded of past atrocities of inquisition and crusades and the evil events orchestrated by demons that once held the banner of Christianity. Yes demons because the work of violence is the work of Satan. more >>
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dz.writeln("Nigeria and its ruling elite
BANKOLE A. OKUWA, Pine Bluff, AR, USA (Nigeriaworld) - The political stance of President Obasanjo and his minions about the extension of his tenure by desecrating our constitution in order to effect their unpopular desire is an absolute deception by trickery or sophistry of the Nigerian people. As a Nigerian, I feel disturbed and ashamed that my president, a Yoruba man will engage in this kind of elementary approach.... more >>
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dz.writeln("Igbo Vs Nigeria: Historical parallels, and time to move on
OSSIE EZEAKU, Antwerp, Belgium (Nigeriaworld) - The process of revamping Nigeria's 'rotten' economy by Olusegun Obasanjo, a civil war veteran, and his mainly Igbo crew, should herald a new and enduring Geo-political alliance. A united, strong southern Nigeria, will not only serve his personal strategic interests, but will ensure a progressive and economically viable one nation. more >>
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dz.writeln("Policy vs. Law: Should Obasanjo stay beyond 2007?
ADESINA K. ODOE, (Nigeriaworld) - It is now up to our people to refuse men like Obasanjo, Atiku, and Babangida, and push for men like Donald Duke of Rivers, Dr. Agagu of Ondo, Buhari, and men who reason and will follow the path of justice. more >>
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dz.writeln("RE: ''I am Nigeria, the changes begin with me'' - Jumoke Akin-Taylor
Dr. FEMI AJAYI, Atlanta, GA, USA (Nigeriaworld) - Since we can not say that all Nigerians in Diaspora are 419ers and Credit Card kingpins, so also we cannot say that all Nigerian leaders are TOTALLY bad. When some people mention the good things some Nigerian leaders are doing, Nigerians should echo that, at least it might change the leaders' mindset. more >>
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dz.writeln("Ojukwu's Biafra memoir - Things I'd like to know
ALFRED UZOKWE, Harrisburg, PA, USA (Nigeriaworld) - The subject of the Biafran war remains a passion that would probably never abate in me and many others. Even though I was very young when it started and ended, I still vividly recall the events that probably altered the course of my life and that of many. Sometime, I still catch myself playing some 'what-if' scenarios in my mind. more >>
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dz.writeln("BABS' MUSE
Peter Badejo: Lord of the Dance
London, UK (Nigeriaworld) - Profile of Peter Adegboyega Badejo, OBE, NAMA, 'Sanctuary Artist of the Year' (University of Limerick), Lord of the Dance (Focus magazine), choreographer, director, actor, musician and the artistic director of Badejo Arts, a contemporary African Dance Company based in the United Kingdom. more >>
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dz.writeln("Africa is sinking and we are watching helplessly
IMEINE A. UKHUN, USA (Nigeriaworld) - Unless, we can hold our officials accountable to the people, they will continue to believe that we, the people cannot do anything about our own plight. If we must take examples from recent events in China, Philippines, and Nepal, the people, when pushed to the brink of desperation, can release some force which they did not believe they had. more >>
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dz.writeln("Third Term agenda: Matters arising (1)
CHIDO ONUMAH, Richmond, BC, Canada (Nigeriaworld) - The current constitutional amendment has nothing to do with solving the problems of Nigeria. It is all about one man and his maniacal quest for power. As it has become evident, the TTA didn't start yesterday. It started the moment President Obasanjo was sworn in for a second term on May 29, 2003. more >>
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dz.writeln("");
dz.writeln("REPORT
Report of ODUUS Humanitarian Health Mission to Obowu, Imo State, Nigeria: January, 2006
Obowu Development Union USA, (ODUUS), (Nigeriaworld) - Prior to going to Nigeria, the team had several meetings to prepare for the mission and when it arrived Nigeria, it held additional meetings to make necessary adjustments to the plans based on information on the ground there. The leader of the team, Dr. Anyanwu, also traveled to Nigeria ahead of the team to lay the groundwork for the mission. more >>
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dz.writeln("The facts and fallacies of the resurrection
SAMUEL BAYO AROWOLAJU, USA (Nigeriaworld) - It is a fallacy that Jesus merely passed out on the Cross and after three days in the grave He regained consciousness, got resuscitated and not resurrected; stood up and just walked away from the tomb. Wow! So with all the injuries, aches and pains from the torture of his trial and execution, any man could just walk out of his grave without a stretcher and ambulance? more >>
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dz.writeln("FEMI AWODELE'S HOUSE CALL
Democracy, leadership, and the Nigerian experience (Part 2)
ADELEKE OTUNUGA, Laurel, MD, USA (Nigeriaworld) - The Atiku-Obasanjo fiasco is another insane conflict that portends great danger for peace of thee political process. Perhaps, from the conflicts of opposites would emerge a stronger, more virile, dynamic, united, and purposeful Nigeria. On the other hand, perhaps from the succession conflict will emerge a Nigeria further fragmented until its center can no longer hold.... more >>
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dz.writeln("Third Term: Stop the controversy
GBOYEGA ALABI, Miami, FL, USA (Nigeriaworld) - My appreciation goes to Comrade Oshiomole for the comments he made on the ongoing issue of third term plaguing the Nigerian political scene. The Vanguard newspapers reported his comments in its Friday, April 21, 2006 edition. It is the most refined commentary I have come across in recent times. more >>
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dz.writeln("It is our duty to show Obasanjo the door
BABS AJAYI, Toronto, Ontario, Canada (Nigeriaworld) - Seven years of uninterrupted democratic rule has made no difference and Mr. Obasanjo does not think we should try new and fresher heads at Aso Rock. The Paris Club fellows are smarter and very sensible in taking $12 billion dollars now rather than collect bits and pieces for the next thirty to forty years. more >>
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dz.writeln("PETERSIDE ECONOMIC REVIEW
Ireconcilable differences - Time to part ways and break up Nigeria?
BERTRAM C. OPARAKU, Houston, TX, USA (Nigeriaworld) - The question is, at what point do we call a spade a spade. At what point do we become true to ourselves and re-think, MAYBE WE ARE NOT SUPPOSED TO BE ONE NATION. When do we sit down together and genuinely negotiate, make compromise and reconcile our differences. And if we are convinced that our differences are irreconcilable, when do we institute the inevitable divorce peacefully or should we wait until after civil wars.... more >>
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dz.writeln("Why the North must not return to power
LAWRENCE C. NWOBU, Ireland (Nigeriaworld) - We do not need a crystal ball to realise, that the North's present quest to return to power come 2007, is not because they have any positive agenda. The North is not and will probably never be repentant. Simply speaking their only agenda is to reconstitute the caliphate Army, and resume this time an unbroken run on power, with all the attendant negative consequences.... more >>
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dz.writeln("An ungodly act
CHIDO ONUMAH, Richmond, BC, Canada (Nigeriaworld) - Clearly, this public invocation of God is a smokescreen. Obasanjo knows what he is doing. He fancies himself as the all-conquering General, consummate tactician and political strategist; the ultimate chess master. It is very ''difficult to reason, debate or have any form of meaningful discussion or dialogue'' with one who enjoys such messianic pretensions. more >>
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dz.writeln("RE: Religion and Fanaticism (Part 1)
EJUKWA OSAM, Minneapolis, MN, USA (Nigeriaworld) - While Augustine's entire article is intellectually passionate and thought provoking, it is based on misunderstandings of the Holy Bible. If that were not the case, he would not blame Prophet Elijah for obeying God's command at Mt. Carmel. Prophet Elijah ought to be applauded for the miracles and courage in carrying out God's orders at Mt Carmel. more >>
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dz.writeln("Let us unite against Third Term
KAYODE OLADELE, Detroit, MI, USA (Nigeriaworld) - The National Assembly will soon be faced with the most important test (Third term agenda) of its history. You must demonstrate to the world that the harder the test, the stronger your steadfastness, the tougher the storm, the more resilient your solidarity and the more difficult the challenge, the stronger your sense of unity. more >>
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dz.writeln("Mr. Folarin Sanni: Senatorial aspirant for Lagos Central Senatorial District
OLANREWAJU AJIBOYE, (Nigeriaworld) - Today, we present to you a Senatorial Aspirant for Lagos ...District under the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Mr. Folarin Sanni. Co-incidentally, he happens to be the first aspirant to be profiled under this column. more >>
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dz.writeln("FEMI AWODELE'S HOUSE CALL
Obasanjo: The man, his style and the decline of the feudal North
OSSIE EZEAKU, Antwerp, Belgium (Nigeriaworld) - ...tough choice for them; to succeed and kill Obasanjo, means Nigeria will be dismembered from ethnic strife. The army will be divided, OPC, Delta rebels and MASSOB will quickly establish their respective fiefdoms, in which case the Hausa-Fulani will become the losers. And to allow power to remain in the south...final erosion of their ''God-given'' power. more >>
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dz.writeln("Third Term: Why OBJ must continue to play god
LERE OLAYINKA, Akure, Nigeria (Nigeriaworld) - Obasanjo's few genuine achievements, among them allowing more freedom of the press, the banking reform and winning forgiveness for 60% of the country's $30bn foreign debt but these have failed to alleviate the people's misery. Poverty is visible everywhere in Nigeria and, if there is any improvement on the economy, it must definitely be in the pocket of Prof. Charles Soludo or inside the president's Agbada. more >>
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dz.writeln("All political aspirants make a contract with Nigerians
IMEINE A. UKHUN, USA (Nigeriaworld) - Some of you who worship personalities, remember that other countries are moving with the speed of light toward a more civil society where economic development and social harmony are front and center in their journey. I have in mind countries like India, Northern Ireland, Korea, China, Pakistan, Venezuela, South Africa, Ghana, and Chile. more >>
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dz.writeln("Third Term Project, blame the Nigerian National Assembly, the incubator of corruption
Dr. FEMI AJAYI, Atlanta, GA, USA (Nigeriaworld) - Obasanjo gave Nigeria Lawmakers what they wanted so that he could do whatever he pleases. ... They made laws that would enrich their wallets for the rest of their lives. Owned houses all over the world, got married to foreigners to find a place for them to hide after they have 'dabaru' Nigeria. ... In as much as the prize is right, they would pass any law to benefit whosoever.... more >>
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dz.writeln("");
dz.writeln("BABS' MUSE
Obasanjo, IBB, Buhari, & Atiku: Dark hearts with no conscience
BABS AJAYI, Toronto, Ontario, Canada (Nigeriaworld) - They take everything available just like the desert and swallow it, with nothing to show for the efforts and sweats of the people of Nigeria. The victims of reckless and mindless greed and predatory ways are the people; the helpless millions always at the receiving end and left at the mercy of a few gluttons and grabbers, and these four are front-runner predators. more >>
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dz.writeln("An encounter with Zik ''The political genius and democratic humanist''
GEORGE C. ONUORAH, New York, USA (Nigeriaworld) - While I commend Zik the great for all his wonderful achievements, some critics of Zikism and political methodology cast aspersion on his egotistical shortcomings that allowed him to regress to political caution. Hence for all his worth, University of Nigeria at Nsukka, remained his most outstanding edifice. more >>
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dz.writeln("The significance, power and the blessings of Christ resurrection
Rev. C. KINGSTON EKEKE, Atlanta, GA, USA (Nigeriaworld) - The blood of Jesus is the bullet and weapon against our warfare and spiritual wickedness in high places. Christ resurrection is a time to awake the righteousness and sin not. It is a time to be watchman that God has called us to be, for ourselves, for our families, friends, our leaders and the entire world. more >>
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dz.writeln("Into 2007...
NNANNA ANYIM-UDE, Wuse, Abuja, Nigeria (Nigeriaworld) - In this roaring millennium, the presidency of Nigeria is a serious matter and if we elect a leader, reformist, politician and intellectual as president in 2007, our visions of Pax Nigeriana would not seem so distant after all. The good news is that there are Nigerians that fit the bill and I will begin to point them out. more >>
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Nigerian politics - Past, Present, and Future
Show of shame in Anambra State, again!
Nigerians on a familiar road
Behold the Village Tyrant
Message in a fable (Lesson RMB may learn from ''The Bullfrog and His Shadows'')
Gulu Walk: The shinning light towards peace
The trial of Governor Fayose of Ekiti State: When the rules run out
Biblical doctrine of preservation and The Tithe (Part II - The Bombshell)
Mr. President, don't set Ekiti State on fire
Western assumptions and Nigeria's dependence at 46: Anything to celebrate?
Spiritually Lost & Spiritual Shock
Prodigals in power
Spiritually Lost & Spiritual Shock
Long knives and the nation
The postmaster in Atiku Abubakar's office
Back to School
Maradona shooting blanks, Adenuga on the run
A trip to Africa on an mp3
Celebrations
Strategies for commercializing Nigerian unconventional oil
Black is beautiful
VIOLATED------What has been taken from you?
The Alaafin crowned me King of Highlife - King Oliver De Coque
Open letter from Lanre Banjo to Gov Otunba Gbenga Daniel - Monday, June 26, 2006
The ugly and ignoble side of a thrilling World Cup
VISION---------------------What do you see?
Are black people worshipping a retired God?
Family bonding (Happy Father's day)
One life to live: The Nigerian's World is unfriendly
Noise
The Gift and Mystery of Motherhood
The facts and fallacies of the resurrection
African cinema pushes the frontiers at 5th Commonwealth Film Festival
SPRING POEMS: Thank you; Love is like a baby; Nigeria; An African child; Towers of Love
It is our duty to show Obasanjo the door
Mr. Folarin Sanni: Senatorial aspirant for Lagos Central Senatorial District
The 2007 presidential election
An encounter with Zik ''The political genius and democratic humanist''