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Another Catholic Priest Kidnapped

Another Catholic Priest Kidnapped #FrChristopherOdia #FrVitusBorogo #OwoMassacre

Catholic Priests Now The Target Of Kidnappers In Nigeria The death of Rev. Fr Vitus Borogo of the Catholic diocese of Kaduna, Nigeria in the hands of kidnappers and gunmen ravaging the country is still very fresh and an open wound not just to the diocese of Kaduna but to the general Catholic community in Nigeria. While Nigerians are still mourning Fr Vitus as well as the victims of the June 5th…

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#NigeriaDecides2023 could be decided in places where no voting can occur, By Chidi Anselm Odinkalu

#NigeriaDecides2023 could be decided in places where no voting can occur, By Chidi Anselm Odinkalu

One thing is clear though: Nigeria’s 2023 elections could well be decided in places where it may be impossible for any human being to vote. To prevent this, we must insist that INEC discloses all those places fully ahead of balloting so that everyone can verify that there will be no results from any such place. When it eventually occurred on 23 February 2019, Nigeria’s presidential election was…

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Buhari directs operatives to combat insecurity with 5G network

Buhari directs operatives to combat insecurity with 5G network

President Muhammadu Buhari has launched the National Policy on Fifth Generation (5G) technology for Nigeria’s Digital Economy. The President also directed all security institutions to immediately leverage the new technology to enhance security in the country. He said the Federal Government will take full advantage of the opportunities provided by 5G for the economy, security, and well-being of…

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Osinbajo: Nigeria's Insecurity: Buhari Doing His Best

Osinbajo: Nigeria’s Insecurity: Buhari Doing His Best

The VP spoke on Thursday at the Presidential Villa when he received the Muhammadu Buhari Osinbajo (MBO) Dynamic Support Group. Osinbajo assured that security challenges will be resolved for a stronger and greater. The Senior Advocate Nigeria (SAN) appealed to citizens to ensure that the ideals of the nation are kept. “Mr President has always remained steadfast and focused on resolving the…

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BRITISH GOVERNMENT BLAMES NIGERIA'S RISE IN CONFLICT ON INJUSTICE, IMPUNITY, WEAK JUDICIARY

BRITISH GOVERNMENT BLAMES NIGERIA’S RISE IN CONFLICT ON INJUSTICE, IMPUNITY, WEAK JUDICIARY

The United Kingdom has warned that the rise in conflicts could destabilise Nigeria if urgent actions were not taken to address the situation as the nation prepares for the 2023 elections.The British government also blamed the crisis on injustice and impunity as well as weak judicial institutions, insisting that the conflict posed an existential threat to Nigeria’s unity and development.DCO Global…

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Pulse Opinion: Why Donald Duke is a rock star for young Nigerian voters

Donald Duke's charm, charisma and confidence makes him appealing to young Nigerians who are wary of politicians but there is a but...

There are a few genuine rock stars in Nigerian politics. Donald Duke is one of them.

On a cool Friday evening just before the rains hit, Donald Duke walks into the Ringier Africa Digital Publishing office and there is a mini-commotion. Young men and women jostle to take a selfie with him.

11 years after his reign, the past two-term Governor of Cross River state still has this effect on people. Now 56 years old, the clean-cut, boyish look that he had when he was 36 years is still there.

His Nollywood star-like handsome face exudes the self-confidence of a battle-seasoned political gladiator who has one major fight left in the arena. The challenge before him is to become the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

His long march to Aso Rock has brought him to Pulse Nigeria, the home of the number one podcast in the country Loose Talk.

 Founded in 2016 by three friends Osagie Alonge, Ayomide Tayo and Steve Dede, Loose Talk has gained a cult following among Nigerian millennials for its honest and raw conversations about everything from politics, religion, feminism and the latest Drake album.

ALSO READ: Donald Duke speaks on Abacha

What is a Nigerian presidential candidate doing on a millennial podcast? In a country where a notorious governor boasts about frying corn on the roadside with market women as one of his grassroots policies, being a guest on a podcast might be deemed to fancy.

Donald Duke, however, is cut from a different cloth. He belongs to the cream of the crop of the class of 1999, a new batch of young governors that came in after the military handed over power.

He set out a lane for himself, turning the capital city of his state into a clean tourism centre. Now after staying from the scene for a little while, Donald Duke is back.

To become the country's number one citizen he would have to convince Nigerian youths who have a deep mistrust for the political class. As we get closer to 2019, millennials are getting more jaded about the election. Insecurity, killings, poverty and unemployment. It seems the more they tweet about the problems of Nigeria, the more the despair.

With a black Apple watch strapped on his right wrist, Donald Duke spoke authoritatively and eloquently on many topical issues ranging from terrorism to Nigeria's financial system.

 The 2-hour long podcast shows a statesman that knows the ills that plague Nigeria. Apart from talking about the country's numerous problems, he offered plausible solutions.

Confidence and eloquence are not attributes of Nigerian politicians. Many of them prattle on about policies and solutions with the lowest of convictions. They drone on and on when making boring speeches.

It is safe to say that Nigerian youths have never felt connected to a Nigerian politician before because most of them are either focused on recouping the money they spent on campaigning or are relics of a past dysfunctional system.

ALSO READ: Nigeria's democracy is immature says Donald Duke

Donald Duke is yet to be affected by the lethargy that preys on Nigerian politicians after some time. He is sharp, energetic and young at heart. In 2019, it would be easy to pitch him as the young man's candidate. Being a guest on a podcast shows that he has his ears to the ground and fully embraces the nuances of social media.

 No one is saying Donald Duke's candidacy is a slam dunk. He has a lot of work to do especially with regards to grassroots outreach. It's one thing to be hip and cool, it's another thing for people in rural areas to know you and trust you. For now, we can say Donald Duke's campaign might come off as a bit elitist but he still has a few good months to show he is a populist.

For the Nigerian millennial tuned into global happenings, Donald Duke most likely appears as the sure bet. He is hip, cool, trendy, a proven politician with a solid track record and he understands the times. Most importantly, he seems to have the policies and framework to tackle the issues plaguing Nigeria.

 Hey, and just to score extra points with young Nigerians, he had a close a relationship with Fela Anikulapo-Kuti who taught him how to play the saxophone.

  source https://www.newssplashy.com/2018/07/pulse-opinion-why-donald-duke-is-rock.html

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Breaking: President Buhari's Convoy Attacked, Two Injured

Breaking: President Buhari’s Convoy Attacked, Two Injured

Bandits opened fire on the advance convoy of Nigeria’s President The Presidency Monday night confirmed an attack on the convoy of President Muhammadu Buhari’s advance team to Katsina. The Presidency also said that two persons, who sustained injuries as a result of the attack, were receiving treatment at an undisclosed hospital. News also reaching us at the time of filing this report, has it…

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Recalibrating Nigeria’s security strategy, By Cheta Nwanze

Recalibrating Nigeria’s security strategy, By Cheta Nwanze

States can rise to these challenges by taking each security challenge in its peculiarity and refraining from the use of a blanket approach in dealing with each problem. However, many of these issues, such as that of secession, could be largely addressed if democracy is entrenched with inclusive governance, devoid of the establishment of ethnocentrism, and consistent, solid, economic growth.  The…

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Donald Duke's charm, charisma and confidence makes him appealing to young Nigerians who are wary of politicians but there is a but...

There are a few genuine rock stars in Nigerian politics. Donald Duke is one of them.

On a cool Friday evening just before the rains hit, Donald Duke walks into the Ringier Africa Digital Publishing office and there is a mini-commotion. Young men and women jostle to take a selfie with him.

11 years after his reign, the past two-term Governor of Cross River state still has this effect on people. Now 56 years old, the clean-cut, boyish look that he had when he was 36 years is still there.

His Nollywood star-like handsome face exudes the self-confidence of a battle-seasoned political gladiator who has one major fight left in the arena. The challenge before him is to become the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

His long march to Aso Rock has brought him to Pulse Nigeria, the home of the number one podcast in the country Loose Talk.

 Founded in 2016 by three friends Osagie Alonge, Ayomide Tayo and Steve Dede, Loose Talk has gained a cult following among Nigerian millennials for its honest and raw conversations about everything from politics, religion, feminism and the latest Drake album.

ALSO READ: Donald Duke speaks on Abacha

What is a Nigerian presidential candidate doing on a millennial podcast? In a country where a notorious governor boasts about frying corn on the roadside with market women as one of his grassroots policies, being a guest on a podcast might be deemed to fancy.

Donald Duke, however, is cut from a different cloth. He belongs to the cream of the crop of the class of 1999, a new batch of young governors that came in after the military handed over power.

He set out a lane for himself, turning the capital city of his state into a clean tourism centre. Now after staying from the scene for a little while, Donald Duke is back.

To become the country's number one citizen he would have to convince Nigerian youths who have a deep mistrust for the political class. As we get closer to 2019, millennials are getting more jaded about the election. Insecurity, killings, poverty and unemployment. It seems the more they tweet about the problems of Nigeria, the more the despair.

With a black Apple watch strapped on his right wrist, Donald Duke spoke authoritatively and eloquently on many topical issues ranging from terrorism to Nigeria's financial system.

 The 2-hour long podcast shows a statesman that knows the ills that plague Nigeria. Apart from talking about the country's numerous problems, he offered plausible solutions.

Confidence and eloquence are not attributes of Nigerian politicians. Many of them prattle on about policies and solutions with the lowest of convictions. They drone on and on when making boring speeches.

It is safe to say that Nigerian youths have never felt connected to a Nigerian politician before because most of them are either focused on recouping the money they spent on campaigning or are relics of a past dysfunctional system.

ALSO READ: Nigeria's democracy is immature says Donald Duke

Donald Duke is yet to be affected by the lethargy that preys on Nigerian politicians after some time. He is sharp, energetic and young at heart. In 2019, it would be easy to pitch him as the young man's candidate. Being a guest on a podcast shows that he has his ears to the ground and fully embraces the nuances of social media.

 No one is saying Donald Duke's candidacy is a slam dunk. He has a lot of work to do especially with regards to grassroots outreach. It's one thing to be hip and cool, it's another thing for people in rural areas to know you and trust you. For now, we can say Donald Duke's campaign might come off as a bit elitist but he still has a few good months to show he is a populist.

For the Nigerian millennial tuned into global happenings, Donald Duke most likely appears as the sure bet. He is hip, cool, trendy, a proven politician with a solid track record and he understands the times. Most importantly, he seems to have the policies and framework to tackle the issues plaguing Nigeria.

 Hey, and just to score extra points with young Nigerians, he had a close a relationship with Fela Anikulapo-Kuti who taught him how to play the saxophone.

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Since he's so popular in Nigeria's political circles, there's no reason why God shouldn't be a candidate in the 2019 elections.

Many Nigerians believe that you cannot pray the country into a functional state, but they're very wrong. All we need to do as a country is elect God as president.

God has been a constant feature in Nigerian politics for so long that it's a wonder no one has considered Him for elective position(s) until now.

His stock has risen even higher in recent times as He keeps getting tacit endorsements from people already warming His seats for him.

In June 2018, with scores of people dying in Zamfara State due to violent killings that have been happening for months, the state's governor, Abdulaziz Yari, confessed that there isn't much he can do to curb the wanton loss of lives because he's not in complete control of security agencies.

As an alternative to a failure of leadership, the governor urged people of the state to be more faithful to God and embark on special prayers over the challenges they are facing.

If this says anything, it's that God can solve the insecurity mess that Nigeria has been plunged into for decades.

While speaking in May 2018, President Muhammadu Buhari lamented about how previous leaders mismanaged the country. Guess who he called upon to do something about it? (Hint: It was not his Attorney-General).

"Nigerians know that there were no roads or rail lines, there was no power, despite the billions of dollars spent. Only God will judge this thing," he said.

If this says anything, it's that God can fight this corruption war better than the incumbent promised.

With a section of the country convinced that President Buhari has fallen short of his promises, many are eager to vote him out while just as many are eager to see him continue for four more years.

It's quite telling that supporters and opposers of the president agree that his victory or defeat in the 2019 presidential election hinges on one very important person. (Hint: It's God)

"I want to assure you that by the grace of God, Muhammadu Buhari will become president the second time," said his Minister of Communications, Adebayo Shittu, in April 2018.

Do you know who former president, Olusegun Obasanjo, believes will liberate Nigeria (from Buhari)? (Hint: You know!)

"It will not be easy to wrest powers from them. If you think it will be easy to liberate Nigeria, you are deceiving yourself, but the God that did it yesterday will do it again today," he said, with no trace of irony on his part.

The former president makes it indeed sound like this God has been working very well for Nigeria even without the privilege of elective office.

He has his Hands in literally everything.

He's there to provide relief when preventable man-made tragedies happen, or when government officials owe workers salaries, or when they get dragged to court for stealing (and/or suddenly get struck with some illness), or when they need to get elected, or when long-abandoned projects need to be finished with the power of divine faith, or when presidents travel abroad for medical treatment.

With such an incredible CV, many would agree that God appears to be the most qualified candidate Nigeria will possibly ever get!

The most interesting bonus about this all-powerful God is that He's also omnipresent. This means He can be the president at the same time He's the governor of all 36 states, the same time as being the Minister of This and the Minister of That, as well as be Senator Change or Senator Transformation, as well as be Honourable Federal and Honourable State, all the way down to being the chairman of each and every 774 local government areas of the country.

To speak to this God in His capacity as a political office holder, as an ordinary citizen, you don't have to fight through an army of personal assistants and personal assistants to the personal assistants; all you have to do is pray and he's there listening to your complaint about why you think his government has to obey the doctrine of federal character and to stop throwing all the juicy appointments the way of angels only.

What exactly can he not do?

He doesn't have particular love for corrupt leaders; He can build roads in hours; He can provide uninterrupted power supply without billions spent on power projects; He can undo tragedies with the sheer political will; and He can do all these...forever. It's like creating paradise without having to be dead to (probably) enjoy it.

When Obasanjo launched another one of his scathing criticisms of Buhari's administration two months ago, the president's blow horn, Garba Shehu, said he was a blessing sent from God.

"The loud voices of critics with selfish ambitions and ulterior motives should not be a veil that keeps Nigerians blind to the many ways God has blessed us and improved our lot through the Buhari administration," he said.

On the evidence of what many Nigerians now feel about this 'blessing', maybe it's time for God to finally put Himself forward for elective position(s) and overwhelm the deceptively self-proclaimed Giant of Africa with the actual greatness that's not falling out of the mouths of charlatans.

With God as a political office holder (hopefully, of many positions) in Nigeria, the question is not "What can he do?" It's more, "Is it possible to die from all this enjoyment you're killing us with?"

I think the possibilities are limitless, and this is why He has my vote for 2019: the year of divine intervention.

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Atiku: Former Vice President says he's unsatisfied with Buhari's administration

He said Buhari's administration has failed to solve vital problems in the country.

Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, has expressed his dissatisfaction with the administration of President Muhammadu Buhari as he vowed that the People's Democratic Party (PDP) will unseat the current government soon.

He said this while paying a visit to former president, Goodluck Jonathan, in Bayelsa State on Wednesday, June 20, 2018.

According to the former vice president, Nigeria is experiencing difficulties on a scale previously not exprerienced in the country. He said Buhari's administration has failed to solve security challenges, strengthen the economy, or fix rising unemployment rate.

He further noted that the PDP is the best-placed party in the country that can defeat the All Progressives' Congress (APC) in the 2019 general elections.

He said, "It is only the PDP that has the strength and the structure to get back to Aso rock. There is no other party that has the structure and strength to display popularity than the PDP.

"Without PDP, APC would not have been in Aso Rock. PDP will go back to Aso Rock. Have we ever had this rate of unemployment before in the country? Have we ever had five rates of dollar exchange in the country?

"Have we ever had so much of insecurity as we have today? No. Have we ever been so divided in this country like we are today? No. So how can I be satisfied?"

Atiku to run against Buhari in 2019

Atiku has expressed interest in running for the presidency again and is the favourite to win the PDP's primary election as well as be Buhari's biggest opponent.

In 1993, he was an aspirant vying for the presidential ticket of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) before he lost out to Chief MKO Abiola who won the presidential election that was eventually annulled.

Since then, he served as Nigeria's vice president between 1999 and 2007, lost in the 2007 presidential election, and lost in two presidential primary elections in 2011, with the PDP, and 2015, with the APC, to Jonathan and Buhari respectively, both eventual winners.

source https://www.newssplashy.com/2018/06/atiku-former-vice-president-says-hes.html