Deceitful Gift Wrapping: Ohanaeze's Kanu Christmas Plea – A Trojan Horse for Political Capitulation

 

Vanguard's headline screams "Free Kanu as Christmas gift to Ndigbo – Ohanaeze begs Tinubu,". Is this the season of Yuletide cheer or obsequious bargaining? One thing's clear: Ohanaeze Ndigbo, the supposed apex Igbo socio-cultural group, has stooped to a new low in its desperate, and frankly insulting, attempt to secure Nnamdi Kanu's release.

Let's be blunt: Kanu is not a bargaining chip for Christmas baubles. He is not a festive decoration to appease Igbo sensibilities. He is a man facing legal charges, whose rights and the legal process deserve respect. This cheap attempt to frame his release as a "gift" undermines both Kanu's struggle and the Igbo people's dignity.

Ohanaeze's plea feels less like a genuine cry for justice and more like a desperate gamble for political brownie points. Pandering to Tinubu on the eve of Christmas reeks of self-serving opportunism, not principled advocacy. Where was this begging-bowl diplomacy when Kanu languished under Buhari? Why is their voice suddenly loud when political winds shift?

This Christmas charade masks a deeper reality: Ohanaeze's capitulation to the Nigerian state. They have abandoned their own people's aspirations for self-determination, opting instead for the crumbs of appeasement from a deeply flawed system. Kanu, who embodies the yearning for Biafra, becomes a bargaining chip in their desperate gamble for a seat at the oppressor's table.

The Igbo people deserve better than this. They deserve leaders who stand firm for their rights, not ones who barter their dignity for festive trinkets. We need genuine leadership, not Christmastime opportunists bowing before their oppressors.

If Ohanaeze truly wants to honor the Igbo spirit, they should: Demand Kanu's unconditional release based on due process, unbiased and uncorrupted justice system , not Christmas whims.

Focus on amplifying the collective voice of the Igbo people, not placating individual politicians.

Champion the right to self-determination, justifiably as evidenced in the clear and open marginalization of NDI IGBO by the Nigerian system  and not beg for crumbs from this broken system.

Let this Christmas be a time for honest reflection, not political maneuvering. Let Ohanaeze, and all who claim to speak for the Igbo people, remember: true freedom is not a gift, it is a right. NDI IGBO will not be pacified by hollow gestures. We will continue to fight for our dignity, for our rights, and for a future where self-determination is not a bargaining chip, but a birthright as guaranteed by the universal fundamental rights.

This Christmas, let us reject the deceitful gift wrapping and demand true justice for Mazi Nnamdi Kanu and the Igbo people.

Remember, freedom is not a gift, it is a fight. just like political power is not given but you fight for it.

Disclaimer: This blog post reflects the critical and analytical perspective of the pro-Biafran agitators. It is not intended to endorse any specific political group or ideology, but rather to spark critical discussion and debate on the issues surrounding Nnamdi Kanu's detention and the Igbo people's struggle for self-determination championed by IPOB.

Why Osumenyi Youths Are Mocking Stanel Oil's Uzochukwu: An Analytical Look

The recent wave of mockery directed at Uzochukwu, the founder of Stanel Oil, by youths in his hometown of Osumenyi, Anambra State, raises complex questions about tribal affiliation, economic opportunity, and the marginalization of Igbos in Nigeria.

The Context:

• Uzochukwu built a world-class hotel in Lagos, a Yoruba-dominated state, where Igbos often face social and political challenges.
• Nigerian leaders attended the grand opening, further amplifying the event's significance.
• This lavish expenditure outside the Igbo homeland contrasts with the region's underdeveloped infrastructure and limited economic opportunities.

Possible Reasons for the Mockery:

• Dissonance: Youths may feel a sense of dissonance between Uzochukwu's wealth and the struggles faced by his community and wider Igbo population.
• Unfulfilled Responsibility: Some may see the investment in Lagos as a betrayal, questioning why Uzochukwu, with his resources, hasn't done more to directly aid development and create opportunities in Osumenyi or the southeast.
• Symbolism: The lavish hotel in Lagos becomes a symbolic representation of Igbo wealth flowing outwards, while their own region remains under-developed.

Factors Contributing to the Momentum:

• Social Media: The incident gained traction through social media, amplifying the voices of Osumenyi youths and sparking discussions around regional development and Igbo identity.
• Existing Grievances: The mockery resonates with existing grievances about Igbo marginalization and the lack of economic opportunities in the southeast.
• Emotional Response: The ostentatious display of wealth in Lagos, coupled with the perceived neglect of one's own people, evokes strong emotions and fuels the online discourse.

International Traction:

• The story transcends local boundaries due to the global Igbo diaspora and their shared concerns about the region's development and the treatment of Igbos in Nigeria.
• International media outlets also pick up the story, further amplifying the issue and bringing it to a wider audience.

Conclusion:

The mockery directed towards Uzochukwu is not simply about envy or resentment. It reflects a deeper concern among Osumenyi youths and the wider Igbo community about the lack of development and opportunities in their homeland, coupled with the perception that successful Igbos are neglecting their own people. This incident highlights the complex challenges faced by Igbos in a nation where they feel marginalized and raises vital questions about economic development, tribal loyalty, and the responsibility of successful individuals towards their communities.

A Celebration of New Life:

The Dedication of MR UGOCHUKWU OKAFOR'S Baby

Today, we gathered to celebrate the dedication of Mr. Ugochukwu Okafor's baby, (CHIMCHETARAM PEARL ROLLS ROYCE OKAFOR) a precious new addition to the family of a member of DE GREAT ASO UNITED FRIENDS CLUB family. This momentous occasion marks the beginning of an extraordinary journey filled with love, laughter, and countless milestones.

The Event got stated with a church service at Anglican Church of Ascension, No1 Omodara Street Opebi Ikeja Lagos State Nigeria with guest reception at No1 Adetunji Street Oko Oba, GRA scheme 1 Agege Lagos State. As we welcome this little bundle of joy into our lives, let us reflect on the profound impact that children have on our world. They bring with them a sense of innocence, wonder, and boundless energy that has the power to transform our hearts and homes. With their open minds and eager spirits, they remind us of the beauty and simplicity of life.

Mr. Ugochukwu Okafor, we extend our heartfelt congratulations on this joyous occasion. The arrival of your child is a testament to the enduring power of love and the strength of family bonds. As you embark on this new chapter of parenthood, may you be blessed with countless moments of joy, laughter, and cherished memories.

To the DE GREAT ASO UNITED FRIENDS CLUB, we applaud your unwavering support and camaraderie. Your commitment to fostering a welcoming and supportive community is truly commendable. This dedication ceremony exemplifies your dedication to nurturing and celebrating the growth of each and every member.

As we witness the dedication of Mr. Ugochukwu Okafor's baby, let us reaffirm our commitment to creating a world where children can flourish and reach their full potential. May we nurture their dreams, encourage their aspirations, and provide them with the love and guidance they need to become the leaders and changemakers of tomorrow.

On this special day, we wish Mr. Ugochukwu Okafor, his family, and the entire DE GREAT ASO UNITED FRIENDS CLUB a lifetime of happiness, prosperity, and unwavering love. May this dedication ceremony serve as a reminder of the extraordinary gift that children are, and the profound impact they have on our lives.

Why All major petroleum exporting countries have active refineries Except NIGERIA

There are a few reasons why Nigeria, unlike other major petroleum exporting countries, does not have active refineries for local consumption of petroleum products. prominent amongst the reasons includes

Corruption and mismanagement. Nigeria's oil industry has been plagued by corruption and mismanagement for many years. This has led to the neglect of the country's refineries, which have become outdated and inefficient.

Oil theft and pipeline vandalism. Nigeria also suffers from a high level of oil theft and pipeline vandalism. This has made it difficult to maintain a steady supply of crude oil to the country's refineries.

Government policies. The Nigerian government has also made some decisions that have hindered the development of the country's refining industry. For example, the government has imposed high taxes on imported refined petroleum products, which has made it more profitable for companies to export crude oil than to refine it locally.

As a result of these factors, Nigeria has been forced to import most of its petroleum products. This has made the country more reliant on foreign oil and has increased the cost of fuel for consumers.

However, there are some signs that Nigeria is finally taking steps to address these problems. The government has recently announced plans to invest in the refurbishment of the country's refineries. It is also considering lifting the ban on the importation of refined petroleum products. If these measures are successful, Nigeria could eventually become self-sufficient in petroleum refining.

In addition to the reasons mentioned above, there are a few other factors that may have contributed to Nigeria's lack of active refineries. For example, the country's population is much smaller than those of other major petroleum exporting countries, such as Saudi Arabia and the United States. This means that Nigeria has a smaller demand for petroleum products. Additionally, Nigeria's refineries are located in the Niger Delta region, which is a major area of conflict. This has made it difficult to operate and maintain the refineries.

Despite these challenges, there is hope that Nigeria will eventually be able to develop a thriving refining industry. The country has the potential to be a major player in the global oil market, and having active refineries would be a key part of achieving this goal. So far Saudi Arabia has the most active refineries in the world, followed by the United States and Russia. These three countries are also the top three crude oil producers in the world.

The other countries on the list are also major crude oil producers, but they have fewer active refineries. This is because some countries, such as China and India, import more crude oil than they produce. The number of active refineries in a country can vary for a number of reasons, including the size of the country's oil reserves, the demand for petroleum products, and the government's policies on oil refining.

Crude oil exporting countries and numbers of active refinery

Country                       Active Refinery

Saudi Arabia                       130

Russia                                  50

United States America    120

 

Kuwait                                 2

Iran                                      3

UAE                                     4

China                                  46

Iraq                                     >15

Canada                               15

NIGERIA                              0

Venezuela                           6

Algeria                                 5

Libya                                    5

Qatar                                    2

Norway                                1

Mexico                                 6

Brazil                                   19

India                                     23

Angola                                  1

Oman                                    1

Indonesia                             6

Kazakhstan                          3

Germany                              16

Azerbaijan                            2

Summary: When they say " God bless America ", I don’t think it is because the people who reside in USA are so religious. I think it is more about the determination of the people towards solving challenges facing them.

Hospitals, Refineries, etc, are established in Nigeria and people (Nigerians, Muslims and Christians) are employed to manage them. But what do we get the moment these persons are entrusted with mismanagement & control of these common wealth...  embezzlement of funds and other primitive wealth acquisition. My Yoruba people say 'A se ni nse ara e'. What we sow is exactly what we harvest! We mismanaged our 3 refineries and all packed up simultaneously, some years ago.

Days of reckoning are here! You see, there is no magic that Heaven will do if we won’t do what is right! Ccritical thinking towards problem solving, doing what is right and at the right time, are vital to a prosperous and peaceful Nigeria.

VISA BAN AS A STRATEGIC POLITICAL TOOL BY THE US FOR STRENGHTENING DEMOCRACY IN NIGERIA

 

The United States imposed a long-term visa ban on some justices of the Supreme Court of Nigeria in 2016, and recently in 2022 and 2023.

An unconfirmed report, Trending on various social media platforms claims The United States imposed a long-term visa ban on some justices of the Supreme Court of Nigeria in 2016, and recently in 2022 and 2023. The ban was imposed in response to the justices' decision to uphold the election of President Muhammadu Buhari, who was widely seen as having lost the election. And also, most recent that of Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu as the Nigerian President.The ban was also seen as a way to pressure the Nigerian government to improve its human rights record as well as to strengthen democracy and democratic structures and institutions in the country.

According to the report, The Americans have slammed a long-term visa ban on some Justices in Nigeria. The list in no particular order is said to be headed by CJN Ariwoola Kayode.

The other justices on the list who were banned according to the report include:

Walter Onnoghen, the former Chief Justice of Nigeria

Ibrahim Tanko Muhammad, the current Chief Justice of Nigeria

Olukayode Ariwoola, a justice of the Supreme Court (CJN)

Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, a justice of the Supreme Court

John Inyang Okoro, a justice of the Supreme Court

Amina Augie, a justice of the Supreme Court

Uwani Abba-Aji, a justice of the Supreme Court

The visa ban has been criticized by some human rights groups, who argue that it is a form of punishment that will only harm the justices and their families. The Nigerian government has also criticized the ban, calling it "unwarranted" and "unhelpful."

The visa ban is still in effect today. It is unclear when, or if, it will be lifted the report states.

In addition to the visa ban, the United States has also imposed other sanctions on Nigeria, such as restrictions on military sales and financial aid. These sanctions are intended to pressure the Nigerian government to improve its human rights record and to hold accountable those responsible for human rights abuses.

The visa ban and other sanctions have had a significant impact on Nigeria. The Nigerian economy has slowed down, and there has been an increase in political instability. The sanctions have also made it more difficult for Nigerians to travel to the United States.

The future of the visa ban and other sanctions is uncertain. It is possible that the United States will lift the sanctions if the Nigerian government makes significant progress on human rights. However, it is also possible that the sanctions will remain in place for the foreseeable future.

There's also investigation of how they have interests in some non-disclose offshore companies. Notably one justice like that, not Ariwoola Kayode.

Professor Mahmood Yakubu is also banned. I heard for 15yrs. He's also said to have misappropriate the EU & partners funding's of the 2023 general elections. This became subject to investigation when INEC tendered a report of it's spending's. It came as a shock to him because he has lots of investment abroad. He's so scared many of them would be made public soon. That's why he's rarely seen in public giving speech of how the election is the best.

Mrs. Adichie Chimamanda letter to the States Department played a strong role in making some top-ranking Democrats take a second look on what's happening in Nigeria on the subject matter.

THEIR FINDINGS: America gave INEC a lot of money to straighten out democracy but Prof Yakubu & Mr. Festus Okoye ‘’run them street’’. The American consulate in Abuja has been penetrated by hush funds from Asiwaju. In at least one recommendation rendered by her, was found to be false and misleading of the realities on ground.

Amazon AWS didn't have a glitch on that fateful Presidential election day. The Americans have a direct report on this. How, when and possibly who gave the order to switch off the plug during result upload for presidential election.

A call was intercepted between the boss of a security agency acting under the direct order of the president coercing the judges to a possible Rerun judgement. Oga Wole Olanipku (SAN) is on the known of this too and quickly try to extricate himself before he too chop ban and investigation for money laundering for matter he no know. Abobi no wan put hand make them no carry am go where he no knows...lol That's Why he hurriedly closed their response.

CBN governor Emefiele was an instrument of Breton Woods institutions, and acted on the order given to him on the naira redesign, all in a bid to strengthen Democracy. Buhari has no option than to provide protection while he run the blockage on Asiwaju. These Breton Woods institutions knew of Asiwaju drug past & his links with shady cartels in Europe with lots of money.

Asiwaju go catch Emefiele thinking say the GUY was acting alone without knowing his most recent visit to the USA was to make a deposition of his take on the elections.

Just like Putin underestimating Zelensky as a comedian, Asiwaju too underestimate Emefiele. Now Asiwaju don buy market. When a mad man dey dance for street, look closely you go see who dey play the drum. Or if a small street cult boy blocks you to optain you, before you mend am look first whether him Capone dey around, or else you go collect. Buhari kuku ma comot hand. Bawa & Emefiele were simply following instructions from DC. Now Asiwaju don buy market. People wey send Emefiele & Bawa work can really mess Asiwaju beyond repair, including denying him possible health treatment/recharge in Europe when they rip him out of Aso Rock. Asiwaju if you rugged, now's time to show it. He thinks it's some section of Nigeria he can buy with corn & cassava.

Forget hustlers like Omokri. They no get level at all. Even to organize a Public Relation outing for AA, they just set Atiku up for disgrace.

As jungle dey mature, remember the Nigerian youths have formed the needed Critical Mass to force reforms!

FACT.• CJN & some selected judges are currently facing Travel ban due to their planned meddling on the ongoing PEPT at the last minute. This was as a result of the visit he made to UK disguised as been sick, whereas he's as fit as a young fiddle, possibly to meet Asiwaju who sneaked in from France. The UK healthcare system notified the Americans looking into the CJN unscheduled visit. His medical report is attached to prove a point.

• The visa ban became public knowledge when Justice Edun Kekere & co tried to attend a program in Houston recently. Protocol demands the CJN receive the alert for the famous decisions to ban him & members under him. Last year, only Edun Kekere was on Visa ban, now as many as eight Justices are! What a shame! Even North Korea aren't treated as this!

• According to my white Caucasian buddy who doubles also as a Free lance investigative journalist & private researcher, three calls were intercepted between Asiwaju & CJN, the selected judges & CJN and a Nigerian security agency directly under the presidency. If you say their name start with "grin" na you Sabi. Though The Supreme Court of Nigeria claimed in a press release that the Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Olukayode Ariwoola, did not have a telephone conversation with President Bola Tinubu, or anyone else, on the ongoing Presidential Election Petition on the 2023 election.

• The transcripts of the calls were also, attached and sent to the CJN as proof that they listen to anything they want, word for word. As protocol demands, he deserved to be shown why he's no longer a person who privileges of been Nigerian Head of Judiciary covers. He's a disgrace according to the strongly worded letter.

FACT. How the letter leaked out is a matter of controversy. Some say a disgruntled consulate worker saw it and quickly alert a top PDP stalwart who told Mr. Jackson. And the loquacious Mr. Ude ran to town with the news.

Nigeria is currently on trial; it's democracy.

The world is watching. Typical of Nigeria civil servants, they don't do their jobs. INEC collected millions of euros from foreign partners interested in democracy and see what they did and call elections. The report is out, flying swiftly from Abuja to Brussels & Washington DC. Asiwaju can't save them. They will all sink with him. All the properties they bought abroad would be placed on forfeit notice, as proceeds of corruption! Na this be Prof Yaks problem!

This is the effect: Prof Yaks, CJN & his henchmen are on the watch list of the CiA & other intelligence Agency. They're going after all their investment abroad staked under spurious names. No hiding place for them. Some of these investments involved physical appearance before any changes can be done with them. Kudos to POTUS Biden & SCOTUS Blinken. Like El Rufai ban, this one really choke, choke! Dumb judges for hire!

Visa ban is not something you easily remove. It might even affect their wards. Ask that upgraded Agbero personified; Mr. Akisanya Musiliu aka MC oluomo the bleaching king of Lagos, since he chop him own, he no dey talk again.

Underestimate Chinmamada Adichie on your own risk. She's one of the proteges of the Clinton's family. She has sent a damned memo to her god mom; Hilary Clinton. The evidences are there. The EU report was the final straw. Forget people like chop chop FFK, Onanuga, or that useless, hungry lawyer from urhobo; Keyamo, non of them can travel anywhere close to the developed world again. That house Keyamo bought might end up been seized as proceeds from corrupt acts. No be USA again.

FACT. There's a secret memo to APC NEC to prepare for a fresh election, this was the best the judiciary under CJN Ariwoola Kayode can promise. That message was intercepted also. The Americans know of these too. The Americans do not want a possible free win for Asiwaju. They knew he will simply buy his way in. This is the reason why Visa ban became a necessary tool to make sure evidences are used to make a fair judgement. And had to be made public. This fair judgement means, HE Peter Obi of Labor Party indeed won the election fair & square, and that the judges should give judgement without bending to pressure.

One thing you should know now, the justices can not validate Asiwaju presidency. I can bet $1000 on this. It's FACT. Asiwaju can not rule Nigeria. He's not allowed to even try. See what his trying is currently doing to the Nigerian Judiciary. Asiwaju actually messed with the wrong guy.

DE GREAT ASO UNITED FRIENDS CLUB held its inaugural election on July 1, 2023, to install the executives of the club.

 

De Great Aso United Friends Club held its inaugural election yesterday July 1, 2023, at 03:30 PM GMT, at Oregun a local community in ikeja Lagos State Nigeria. The election was held to install the club's first set of executives. The following individuals were elected to the following positions:

President.        Mr. KINGLEY ONYEMA OKOROUGA   ✓

Vice President.    Mr. JAMIE.O. EJIKEME.    ✓

Secretary.             Mr. BENNY CHIJIOKE. CHIBUEZE     ✓

Publicity Sec.        Mr. UCHE OHAEGBU        ✓

Treasurer.              Mr. CANICE IFEANYI AKOJURU      ✓

Soc/Wfare Sec.    Mr. UGOCHUKWU SOLOMON OKAFOR            ✓

Provost.                  Mr. KEN AGUH

The newly elected executives will serve a two-year term. This is in accordance with the article 18 of the club’s constitution. They will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the club and leading its members in various activities and events.

The election was held in a democratic manner, with all members of the club present having the opportunity to vote. The turnout was high, with over 90% of members casting their ballots. The results of the election were announced immediately after the polls closed.

The De Great Aso United Friends Club is a new club that was formed in 2022 by a group of friends who share a common interest. The social movement could be said to have started from within Lagos community where a greater percentage of the members resides. The membership of the club spans across Nigeria while a couple of the members are in diaspora. The club's mission is to promote unity and fellowship among its members, as well as to provide a platform for members to connect with each other and to learn more about their social culture and orientation.

The club's inaugural election was a successful event that helped to kick-start the club's activities. The newly elected executives are excited to get started and to work with the club's members to achieve its goals.

The Tragedy of an Ancestral Igbo Slava

 

TRAGEDY OF AN ANCESTRAL IGBO SLAVE NAMED MELFORD DOKUBO GOODHEAD ALIAS ASARI DOKUBO— A Confused, Miserable, Bankrupt and Cash n’ Carry Muslim By Nwankwo T. Nwaezeigwe, PhD, Odogwu of Ibusa, Delta State, Nigeria Leader, Coalition against Christian Genocide in Nigeria (CAC-GEN)

I have great respect for such fearless and principled Niger Delta warriors as His Majesty King Ateke Tom— Amanyanabo of Okrika Kingdom of Okochiri and Chief Tompolo Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo. These are men of honor and principle whose pedigrees in militancy are not questionable. This is not the case with Mr. Melford Dokubo Goodhead a. k. a. Alhaji Mujaheed Asari Dokubo, whose trajectory of militancy is guided by the political compass of his stomach. 

The people of Kalabari ethnic nation know their true sons and daughters and Mr. Melford Dokubo Goodhead a. k.a. Asari Dokubo is not one of them. Melford Dokubo Goodhead alias Asari Dokubo contested Local Government election to be elected Councilor and failed.  He contested Local Government Chairmanship election and failed. 

He again contested the House of Assembly election and failed. And when he attempted to cause problem after his serial rejection, he was reminded that as a third generation descendant of Igbo slaves he was barred by Kalabari customs and tradition from representing them politically.  The big question then is if Melford Dokubo Goodhead is not among the true sons of Kalabari ethnic nation, what then is his ancestry? 

Melford Dokubo Goodhead alias Asari Dokubo is a confused man because he is a man who is confused by his miserable Igbo origin. A man without a known a great-grandfather, his history as a Kalabari man only began with his grandfather, a slave from an unknown Igbo community. This is the irony of the same man speaking of selling the Igbo as slaves.

I refrained from responding to his leprous tirades against the Igbo not because reminding a mad man of his madness is not a worthy assignment but because a man whose kinsman is dancing naked in the village square has his own share of the resulting shame. Melford Dokubo Goodhead alias Asari Dokubo is only a second generation Kalabari man whose grandfather named Goodhead by his Kalabari slave master was a pure Igbo slave acquired in late 19th century by the trading family of another ex-Igbo slave Nagbogbo Harry Briggs. 

Nagbogbo Harry Briggs was indeed an Obosi man captured by Abam warriors during one of their raids and consequently sold to the Aro slave traders, who thereafter resold him to King Amakiri of Kalabari. It was this family that named his grandfather “Goodhead” because of his characteristic obedience to his master. 

Goodhead begot Dokubo who in turn begot Melford now Asari. That was all about his Kalabari ancestry and nothing more. Empty drums make the loudest noise they say! Melford Dokubo Goodhead alias Asari Dokubo is therefore a second-class slave, being an Igbo slave to an Igbo slave. So his attempt to link his ancestry to the noble Harry Briggs family is a fallacious attempt to elevate his confused paternal slave background.

 Likewise, his mother who he claims to belong to Amakiri royal family was indeed the daughter of an Igbo slave housemaid to a member of King Amakiri family, who was later sold off in form of marriage to Harry Briggs for Goodhead his grandfather as a compensation for his good behavior. Is it not therefore an irony of history that the same man whose grandparents were sold by the Igbo as slaves to families of ex-Igbo slaves will be talking of selling the Igbo as slaves? This is the extent this man called Melford Dokubo Goodhead alias Asari Dokubo could go confused.

I have further reason to refrain myself from responding to him because the man on whose Presidential victory his present state of vile power drunkenness is predicated, Alhaji Bola Ahmed Tinubu, is currently wearing the garb of a clay-footed President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. The question is what happens to the likes of Melford Dokubo Goodhead, if the Court nullifies Alhaji Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s victory tomorrow? This is the one fundamental question such addle-brained political scavengers like Melford Dokubo Goodhead fail to ask themselves. 

The Nigeria of today is not the Nigeria of yesterday where everything goes. The Igbo say in their words, Abuzu gba nkiti na-atu onu (the silent cricket is busy digging its hole). Nigeria is currently in a Machiavellian state of political shifting-sand with her tomorrow practically unpredictable. The time is coming when the likes of Melford Dokubo Goodhead will have no place to hide their AK-47.

The Igbo would often say, onye na-amaro ebe mmili si maba ya, a ma makwa ebe osi kwusi i maya (a person who did not know when the rain began to beat him would equally not know when it stopped beating him). This is the case with Mr. Melford Dokubo Goodhead now christened Asari Dokubo. If Melford Dokubo Goodhead alias Asari Dokubo knows his true root he would not have opened his mouth to refer to the Igbo as slaves; bearing in mind that his ancestors both through his father and mother were victims of the said Igbo slavery. 

But how would he have known his accurate history? How would he have known that his father and mother were direct descendants of Igbo slaves sold to Amakiri royal family of Kalabari kingdom? How would he have known that King Amakiri the first, the founder of the present Kalabari royal family was an Igbo slave who worked his way through the thick and thorns of slavery like King Pepple of Bonny, King Jaja of Opobo and Olaudah Equiano to become king?

It is impossible for a two-time university drop-out like Melford Dokubo Goodhead to have known his ancestry to the letter. Melford Dokubo Goodhead a. k. a. Asari Dokubo dropped out from University of Calabar Faculty of Law. He came back to Port Harcourt to study political science at Rivers State University of Science and Technology and dropped out again. And since thuggery and militancy laced with oil bunkering became the quickest means economic relevance in the Niger Delta he quickly reverted to militancy through which he engaged on bunkering.

Outside his primitive accumulation of incongruous wealth through selfish-driven militancy nobody in Nigeria would have cared to listen to him, much more seeing him casting aspersions to the Igbo— the same people that sold his ancestors to Kalabari people as slaves? 

I am not in any dispute with Melford Dokubo Goodhead a. k. a. Asari Dokubo over his support for Alhaji Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the obvious reason that they are fellow Southern jihadists. Moreover Melford Dokubo Goodhead a. k. a. Asari Dokubo stated it in black and white as reported by Greenbarge Reporters issue f June 10, 2022 that he is supporting Bola Ahmed Tinubu for selfish reasons. Hear what he said on June 10, 2022:

“When I was in prison, Tinubu was so kind to me; he paid my children’s school fees. He gave me a house at VGC. He gave my wife a house at Ogba. When Tinubu was taken to the Code of conduct for trial, I trekked miles and when I entered the court, he came to embrace me after the court session. Dokubo said that Nigerians will miss a lot if they fail to vote Tinubu, adding that he (Tinubu) has many qualities that would lift Nigeria beyond imagination.”

Does the above statement indicate someone with principle, noble antecedents and cognitive intelligence? 

 A serial betrayer and Judas Iscariot par excellence and, master blackmailer; when it suits his selfish interest he lays claim to his cloudy and servile Igbo origin and, when the milk appear not to be flowing from the fountain of his Igbo origin, he relapses into his questionable and foggy Kalabari identity.

He betrayed his mentor Henry Okah who at one time sold his house in South Africa to purchase arms and ammunition for him. Henry Okah is currently serving a prison sentence in South Africa on account of the betrayal of Melford Dokubo Goodhead a. k. a. Asari Dokubo. The same Judas Iscriot Melford Dokubo Goodhead a. k. a. Asari Dokubo not satisfied with the betrayal of Henry Okah went further to betray his first son who is currently serving a prison sentence in Abuja. How can such a man be accepted as a true son of Kalabari land? Impossible!

Melford Dokubo Goodhead a. k. a. Asari Dokubo became a Biafran agitator not because of revolutionary instinct which he does not have, or patriotic Igbo spirit which he lacks as well, but because of his propensity towards insane and opprobrious pursuit of ill-gotten wealth. He was an unrepentant Biafran agitator and comrade-at –arms of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu when the money was flowing. But when the conduit pipe of Biafran sovereign agitation wealth began to dry up he immediately switched over to anti-Biafra and anti-Igbo agitator and subsequently an incorrigible enemy to Nnamdi Kanu.

He scammed Muamar Gaddafi to become a Muslim freedom fighter with the objective of declaring jihad in Niger Delta, which he failed to do and, instead became a militant addicted to kidnap of Oil workers and bunkering. This explains why the current Governor of Rivers State made it known to him that Rivers State is a Christian State.

When I visited Libya in 2009 on the invitation of the Libyan Government I was offered a mouth-watering incentive to convert to Islam and serve as an alternative to Melford Dokubo Goodhead a. k. a. Asari Dokubo who had by then been declared a persona non grata by Libyan Government for betraying their trust in him as a Mujahedeen (Holy Warrior) in Niger Delta. I was promised two hundred and fifty thousand US dollars as a primary incentive, which I cautiously rejected on the ground that coming from a strong Christian community I would no longer be trusted by my people. 

That was after Nigeria’s Senate President Senator David Mark had described Col. Muammar Gaddafi as a mad man for suggesting the division of Nigeria into many countries; to which Col. Gaddafi was not happy with and personally protested to the Nigerian Delegation during our meeting with him. 

It was for the reason of this betrayal of trust against the Libyan Government that the Fulani leadership in Nigeria never trusted him as a true Muslim. He made fruitless efforts to be considered as a worthy Muslim slave to the Fulani throughout the eight-year regime of Muhammadu Buhari in order to be awarded the contract for the protection of oil pipelines. The contract was later awarded to Chief Chief Tompolo Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo. The Fulani know that anybody who professes Biafra and claims to be a Muslim is an apostate.

Finding himself miserably abandoned by his so called Fulani Muslim brothers, he turned into a desperado and made a daring attack on Muhammadu Buhari’s administration. In return his so called University in Benin Republic which was considered a scam was sealed off and eventually closed. His so-called Soccer Academy in Abuja was no more and no less an abandoned graveyard. His illegal conduit for oil bunkering was further sealed off by the Military. This explains his recent accusation against the military for engaging in oil bunkering. Melford Dokubo Goodhead a. k. a. Asari Dokubo saw himself bankrupt overnight. His saving grace became the emergence of Bola Ahmed Tinubu as APC Presidential candidate and subsequently the temporary President. 

Reasonable Nigerians should therefore not consider Melford Dokubo Goodhead a. k. a. Asari Dokubo as a man of reasonable sense of moral judgment, principle, and political consequence. As a man noted for his shameless state of amnesia, Nigerians should not be surprised if the same man turn against Bola Ahmed Tinubu to support Peter Obi if the former loses in court

NIGERIA LEADERSHIP CRISIS AND THE ECONOMIC INDICATION OF A FAILLING STATE

Nigeria has been plagued by a leadership crisis for many years.  This crisis is characterized by a lack of competent, honest, and visionary leaders.  As a result, the country has experienced widespread poverty, corruption, and insecurity. There are a number of factors that have contributed to Nigeria’s leadership crisis. One factor is the country’s large population.  Nigeria is the most populous country in Africa, with over 200 million people.  This makes it difficult to govern effectively and to ensure that all citizens have a voice. Another factor is the country’s history of military rule.  Nigeria has been ruled by military leaders for more than half of its independence.  This has led to a culture of impunity and a lack of respect for the rule of law. Finally, Nigeria’s leadership crisis is also due to the country’s ethnic and religious diversity.  Nigeria is a multi-ethnic and multi-religious country, with over 250 ethnic groups and over 50 different religions.  This diversity has made it difficult to build a strong national identity and to unite the country behind a common version. The leadership crisis in Nigeria has had a devastating impact on the country.  It has led to widespread poverty, corruption, and insecurity.  It has also made it difficult to attract foreign investment and to develop the country’s economy. There are a number of things that can be done to address Nigeria’s leadership crisis. One important step is to strengthen the country’s democratic institutions.  This includes ensuring that elections are free and fair, that the media is free and independent, and that the judiciary is independent. Another important step is to promote good governance.  This includes fighting corruption, improving transparency, and ensuring that the government is accountable to the people. Finally, it is important to address the root causes of Nigeria’s leadership crisis.  This includes addressing the country’s poverty, inequality, and ethnic and religious divisions. Addressing Nigeria’s leadership crisis will not be easy.  It will require a concerted effort from all Nigerians.  However, it is essential if the country is to achieve its full potential. The possibilities of the country achieving its full potential remains a mirage considering the wicked acts of corruption, bureaucratic and administrative manipulations, subject to the major factors of economic growth and development. Nigerian government officials are wicked. For instance,They invested heavily in the Dangote group on an individual basis. The group borrowed US $3 billion to build the refinery, which evidently cost US $3.8 billion to build.

Fraud No 1 - The refinery was revalued in paper to US $13.9 billion when it was 70% completed.

Fraud No 2 - NNPC led by Mele Kyari, the statutory industry regulator and affirmatively a competitor with three moribund refineries in Port Harcourt, Warri and Kaduna, decided without public knowledge or input, to buy 20% shares in Dangote Refinery. 20% shares is US $2.8 Billion.

The total amount required to revamp Warri and Port Harcourt refineries is US $2.65 billion. The question here is, what is the special interest in Dangote Refinery?

Fraud No 3 - The president of Nigeria hurriedly commissioned a refinery that is only 80% completed. The refinery may not be functional until January 2024. NNPC, the industry regulator had advised the House of Representatives Appropriation Committee that the Dangote Refinery would be up and Running in March 2023 hence there would be no need to make provisions for Subsidy in 2023/24 Budget. Unfortunately, the Refinery is not ready and there are no provisions for subsidy in the budget.

At the commissioning of the half-baked Refinery, Emefiele, the famous Central Bank Governor, announced that Dangote had paid 70% of the loan he took for the Refinery. I am forced to ask, how did a Refinery that is not operational raise money to pay 70%? The Nigeria stock exchange does not have any record of share sales in relation to Dangote Refinery other than the NNPC investment.

Fraud No 4 -When Dangote came into cement production, the government brought in  a fictitious quality standard designed to restrict cement supply to his company and cut off all imports. The same style has now been adopted to grant Dangote the exclusive right to supply petrol to NNPC at a price determined by Dangote and his co- travelers.

Conclusion - the subsidy removal was planned and agreed by the government as a pre-condition for Dangote to build a refinery when the Western world is moving away from Fossil Fuel. The removal of the subsidy is to maximize profits for the owners of Dangote Refinery ie Mr. Buhari, Mele Kyari, Emefiele, and so on. The list is long. They do not care about the common man. They forgot that there is no social welfare in Nigeria. They can tell us stories about loans and palliatives to deceive us as usual. What they do not know is that Nigeria is about to be set ablaze!!!

Nigeria Political Crisis

 

Nigeria has been plagued by a leadership crisis for many years. This crisis is characterized by a lack of competent, honest, and visionary leaders. As a result, the country has experienced widespread poverty, corruption, and insecurity.

There are a number of factors that have contributed to Nigeria's leadership crisis. One factor is the country's large population. Nigeria is the most populous country in Africa, with over 200 million people. This makes it difficult to govern effectively and to ensure that all citizens have a voice.

Another factor is the country's history of military rule. Nigeria has been ruled by military leaders for more than half of its independence. This has led to a culture of impunity and a lack of respect for the rule of law.

Finally, Nigeria's leadership crisis is also due to the country's ethnic and religious diversity. Nigeria is a multi-ethnic and multi-religious country, with over 250 ethnic groups and over 50 different religions. This diversity has made it difficult to build a strong national identity and to unite the country behind a common vision.

The leadership crisis in Nigeria has had a devastating impact on the country. It has led to widespread poverty, corruption, and insecurity. It has also made it difficult to attract foreign investment and to develop the country's economy.

There are a number of things that can be done to address Nigeria's leadership crisis. One important step is to strengthen the country's democratic institutions. This includes ensuring that elections are free and fair, that the media is free and independent, and that the judiciary is independent.

Another important step is to promote good governance. This includes fighting corruption, improving transparency, and ensuring that the government is accountable to the people.

Finally, it is important to address the root causes of Nigeria's leadership crisis. This includes addressing the country's poverty, inequality, and ethnic and religious divisions.

Addressing Nigeria's leadership crisis will not be easy. It will require a concerted effort from all Nigerians. However, it is essential if the country is to achieve its full potential.