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Nigeria at 61: Nothing to celebrate — Seun Kuti

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Nigeria at 61: Nothing to celebrate — Seun Kuti

Nigeria-Famous Afrobeat Musician, Seun Kuti, said that there is nothing much to celebrate, owing to the near-collapse of our dear nation, Nigeria.

Seun Kuti who is also the convener of a group, Movement of The People, noted that Nigeria is near collapse as the high level of hunger, insecurity, unemployment, and corruption is ‘worrisome’.

He said, “It is fitting to bring you all warm solidarity greetings as we celebrate the 61st anniversary of our dear nation! Even though there is nothing to celebrate, owing to the near-collapse in the state of our dear nation. Celebrate

“With the worrisome level of hunger, insecurity, high rate of unemployment, and wanton looting, the celebration of today’s anniversary calls for a sober reflection and the need to re-organize ourselves to get involved in the democratic process with the view to set the nation on the road to recovery.”

The Grammy award nominee took the opportunity to urge Nigerians who are of voting age to participate in the voting process in other to make Nigeria great again.

“The decision to get Nigeria working from this moribund and mechanistic level is in our ‘thumbs’ and it is neither in the bombs nor bullets. The Movement of The People has now given every Nigerian of voting age the political platform to chose credible leaders across the 36 States and 774 local government of the federation,” Kuti said.

Giving some statistics, the musician claimed that Nigeria had become the ‘poverty capital of the world’. He said that as the ongoing voter registration has begun, all eligible Nigerians must get their voters card.

Kuti said, “In 1960, the poverty level was at 15 percent, but today, the poverty level is 50 percent, thereby making the Giant of Africa the poverty capital of the world. In Fela Anikulapo’s voice, ‘as time de go things just de bad, poor man de cry’. May the Legendary Abami Eda’s soul continue to rest in peace!

“The ongoing voter’s registration exercise is the starting point and all eligible Nigerians must get their voters card as the 2023 election has given us an ample opportunity as a people to collectively unite using the M.O.P as a platform to dislodge dealers called leaders.”

 

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Hilda Baci In Joyous Mood ( Video)

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Hilda Baci In Joyous Mood

Hilda Baci In Joyous Mood

 

 

Guinness World Record holder Hilda Baci has become the latest car owner in town as she recently received a Range Rover worth millions of naira as a gift.

 

 

A viral video of  Hilda Baci‘s latest gift—a sleek and opulent Range Rover has stirred reactions on social media.

 

Hilda Baci In Joyous Mood

 

 

 

At 28 years old, Hilda Baci‘s jubilant reaction upon receiving the keys to her new Range Rover tied with a huge red bow was nothing short of infectious. In the video footage, expertly captured by her jumped around excitedly as she checked the vehicle out with excitement.

 

 

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Top Gospel Artistes To Headline Luli Concerts 7, See The List 

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Top Gospel Artistes To Headline Luli Concerts 7, See The List 

 

 

 

LULI CONCERT– Interestingly, award-winning gospel artistes Tope Alabi, Seyi Solagbade, Sola Allyson, Harjovy, Ajidara, and Bidemi Olaoba will be headlining one of the biggest gospel concerts in Nigeria – Luli Concert. The Concert which is in its seventh edition will be held on Friday 6th October, 2023 at the
Tafawa Balewa Square, Onikan, Lagos from 7:00pm. The gospel concert is organized by El-Berachah Worship Ministry for the Celestial Church of Christ and seeks to create a medium to promote God’s word, worship, and intercede via praises for the nation.
Top Gospel Artistes To Headline Luli Concerts 7, See The List 
Other gospel artists billed to minister at the event are Engo, Apostle Debo Ojubuyi, Indo, HOD Solafunmi, Apekeola, and ID Blessed amongst others.
Speaking to our correspondent at a recent press briefing in Ikeja Lagos, the chairman of Luli Concert 2023, Mr. Gbenga Alabetutu, noted that the vision for Luli Concert is anchored on promoting worship amongst Christians. He pointed out that the theme for the concert – Perfect and Fearful in Praise, is a testimony to applying the instrumentality of praise as a weapon for victory. Speaking further, he noted that ‘despite the ups and downs in Nigeria, we have more than enough to be thankful for. It is therefore important that we raise the volume of our praise, prayer and worship
As part of the activities lined up to celebrate this year’s Concert, the convener of Luli Concert, Dr. Gbenga Daniel-Adebayo confirmed that a series of community outreach projects were outlined as part of the activities billed for the concert. In his words, he noted that ‘it is the duty of everyone to be a part of building the country by contributing positively to the growth and development of the country. To that end, we will be organizing a series of medical outreach programs to cater to the primary healthcare needs of underserved communities in southwest Nigeria.
We will also host a music masterclass to train young gospel musicians on building their craft. A health fitness walk is also being organized to sensitize the young and old on the importance of physical and mental fitness

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2024 Polls: Edo Central stakeholders condemn Shaibu over attempt to blackmail Obaseki to abandon zoning arrangement

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Obaseki Reveals Why He Won't Support His Deputy, Shaibu

2024 Polls: Edo Central stakeholders condemn Shaibu over attempt to blackmail Obaseki to abandon zoning arrangement

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Stakeholders in Edo Central Senatorial District have called on the Edo State Deputy Governor, Philip Shaibu, to exercise restraint and stop the incessant blackmail in a bid to pressure the State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, to disregard the senatorial zoning arrangement of the State for the region to produce the next governor of the State.

 

 

 

 

 

 

The stakeholders who spoke during a press conference held at the premises of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Edo State Chapter, in Benin City, said the frustration Shaibu is expressing is only a decoy to make it seem as if he is being victimised by Obaseki whereas he is intoxicated by his inordinate ambition to become the next governor of the State.

 

2024 Polls: Edo Central stakeholders condemn Shaibu over attempt to blackmail Obaseki to abandon zoning arrangement

 

 

 

 

Speaking on behalf of the Edo Central people, the Convener of Esan Advocates for Good Governance (EAFGG), Comrade Bartholomew Okoudo, charged Edo people not to be deceived by all the tantrums, blackmail, and display of entitlement by the Deputy Governor, which are failed attempts to force the governor to yield to pressure so that he can have his way.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

According to him, “The people of Edo Central Senatorial District are calling on the Edo State Deputy Governor, Comrade Philip Shaibu, to exercise restraint and stop the incessant blackmail of the Governor, His Excellency, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, in a bid to pressure the governor to yield to pressure to disregard the senatorial zoning arrangement to produce the next governor of the State.

 

 

 

 

 

 

2024 Polls: Edo Central stakeholders condemn Shaibu over attempt to blackmail Obaseki to abandon zoning arrangement

 

 

 

 

“His frequent tirade is to get the Governor to endorse his candidacy for the governorship election holding next year. This is the singular reason he is employing different tricks to box the governor into a corner and extract a commitment.

“Shaibu’s attempt to curry public sympathy is aimed at arm-twisting the governor. The frustration he is expressing is only a coy way to make it seem as if he is being victimised, but everyone knows he is intoxicated by his inordinate ambition.

“Shaibu thinks everything must be by force. It is on record that the people of Edo North Senatorial District produced Comrade Adams Oshiomhole, who is also from Etsako West Local Government Area. He served for eight years between 2008 and 2016 before handing over to the incumbent governor, Obaseki, a Benin man, who was produced by the people of Edo South Senatorial District.”

The stakeholders continued: “The lot to produce the next governor according to the zoning arrangement is on the Edo Central Senatorial District, who have never had the opportunity to produce the governor of the State except the short-lived tenure of Prof. Oserheimen Osunbor, between May 2007 and November 2008.

“The shenanigans by Comrade Shaibu aimed at blackmailing the governor in pursuit of his unreasonable and desperate ambition to become the next governor at all cost will not work and must be resisted by all well-meaning Edo people.

“During the administration of Chief Lucky Igbinedion, between 1999 and 2007, the Deputy Governor at the time was Chief Mike Oghiadomhe from Etsako in Edo North Senatorial District. He also served for eight years.

“This was followed by Oshiomhole, also from Etsako West as Governor and now Comrade Philip Shaibu, from Etsako West, who is almost completing eight years tenure as deputy governor.

“How then can he be aspiring to be the next governor? Is this fair and equitable? What is the fate of the other local government areas and senatorial districts in the State?” the stakeholders queried.

Okoudo further noted, “We understand that the Deputy Governor has his right to aspire for any political position in the State and Country, but we urge him to stop these charades to pressure the governor into neglecting the zoning arrangement. His agitation runs against the spirit of fairness and equity.

“From Shaibu running to the Federal High Court in Abuja, asking for a restraining order to stop Governor Obaseki from impeaching him to spreading falsehoods about the Governor preventing him from performing his roles as deputy and causing various scenes at public events and public places, it has all been an engineered charade to make the Governor seem unapproachable.

“The most recent of these is his attempt to force his way into the personal office of the Governor along with his security aides at the Dennis Osadebe Avenue, GRA, Benin City.

“The Deputy Governor who has worked with Governor Obaseki over the past seven years should know him better that no amount of pressure to blackmail him will force the governor to support him in his inordinate quest.”

He charged, “We the people of Edo Central Senatorial District are calling on him to stop this charade and follow the path of peace in the spirit of equity and fairness.

“There is peace and security in Edo and we urge the Deputy Governor not to create the scene that there is no peace in Edo through his actions and desperate moves.”

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