By Anthony Onwuka It was the late Reggae music idol, Robert Nesta Marley better known as Bob Marley who sang in one of his songs: “You can fool some people sometimes, but you can’t fool all the people all of the time”. This demonstrates the limit to how much one can take the people for granted. For far too long, the Nigerian people have been reduced to slaves and used as pawns in the game of political chess. They are considered relevant and needed during elections and thereafter left to…
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Presidency Watch: OPEN LETTER TO NSA, CDS, OTHERS
By Steve Osuji Disturbing Vibes: This is a letter that has to be written. It’s actually about matters concerning the Tinubu Presidency as the column title suggests but EXPRESSO has grown weary beating on an old tired horse. This column has given up on President Bola Tinubu. Most Nigerians too must have lost every hope: this presidency is a NO SHOW. Presidential leadership, its think-tank and cabinet have proved beyond doubt that they have nothing to offer Nigerians beyond pain and hardship. They serve themselves. This column therefore, reaches…
Read More2027 : Nde Owerri Zone, Focus Is The Key.
By James Chinonyerem. I did an Article some time ago where I addressed critical issues Owerri zone must consider as we march forward with greater zeal to realize our ambition to produce the next governor of Imo state. I argued that first and foremost, we must stay focused on the ball with eyes to score the winning goal. To do this, we must avoid distractions from within and outside. While working towards earning the confidence and support of our brothers and sisters in the other two zones, we must make…
Read More2027: Opposition Aim To Recreate History Uncertainty As Opposition Parties Plan Alliance Against APC, Tinubu.
BY FELIX NWANERI writes on the move by chieftains of the main opposition political parties to form an alliance that will unseat the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 presidential election The coming together of a number of political parties in 2013 to form the All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the 2015 general election re-enacted an existing trend in Nigeria’s politics referred to as politics of merger or alliance. APC’s emergence at the time was like a bolt out of the blues not because Nigerians were unaware…
Read MoreTHE DUMBEST IDEA OF AGITATING AND CALLING FOR CREATION OF MORE STATES IN NIGERIA IN FACE OF INJUSTICE, INEQUALITY AND LEADERSHIP FAILURES OF GOVERNMENT .
For the House of Representatives as part of the National Assembly to consider, resolve and pass a bill for the creation of 31 more states in Nigeria, leaves a lot to be desired, beyond the underlying politics, without proper homework and the support of the majority of the people . Is the creation of more states in Nigeria , the most important pressing problem of government ?What’s wrong with our sense of priorities in governance ? Do the political authorities and pestering politicians on their necks , spare time to…
Read MoreIT’S 12 YEARS OF APC CURSE TODAY!
By Steve Osuji FEBRUARY 6TH, 2013: We won’t need a survey to determine that majority of Nigerians are today cursing the day the All Progressives Congress (APC) was birthed in Nigeria. Well, for your information, it happened exactly today, 12 years ago today. Power harlots, strange bedfellows and an assortment of career criminals converge for one purpose: to grab power – by hook or crook. The chief mover was Bola Tinubu, former governor of Lagos State and incumbent president. The arch-kleptocrat wanted presidential power by all means. He corralled a…
Read MoreWhy are you afraid? Have you still no faith?
Are you scared? Can you take a piece of paper to write down your fears? Now, consider what you have written and ask yourself why you have these fears. What if I tell you that your fears are your greatest treasures? Are you wondering how? – Life is a classroom, and your fears are the examination scripts. Naturally, we humans love the place of comfort; we would rather skip the exam and remain where we are, but the truth is that if we truly desire to move to the next…
Read MoreSAMUEL ANYANWU: I HAVE BEEN VINDICATED BY PDP’S BOT AND RAY NNAJI.
By: Sam Onwuemeodo. I crave your indulgence to take-off this way. And l wish you oblige me. Bear with me. Remain abundantly blessed. Those who were with me at Mbaise Secretary School, MSS, in the 80s, would know or could recall that l had had the practice of writing articles and pasting on the wall for other students to read. I had no editor. It was somewhat “cut and nail” or ” cut and paste”. But it was interesting. Even as the Senior Prefect of the School, l didn’t relent…
Read MoreSITTING DOWN, WATCHING, PRAYING, AS PRESIDENT TRUMP ROLLS OUT HIS ROBUST AGENDA FOR AMERICA
You need to be here to feel the pulse of most Americans, who’re not excited and didn’t find what Trump is doing funny, and who don’t pretend in their dislike and hatred of him , as the boss of the White Supremacists Group , whose lawlessness and reckless disregard to what America stands for, totally negate civility in the American Culture, Politics,Democracy , Justice System and Dream . Recall that Trump explored the feelings of frustration , anger, disappointment , displeasure and despair of those red necks or white supremacists,…
Read MoreAbia’s Quest for Sanity: Ending Street Trading Menace
By Ebere Uzoukwa Street trading has been a longstanding issue in Abia State, particularly in Aba and Umuahia. This menace poses significant dangers and hazards to both traders and the general public. The presence of traders on the streets can lead to traffic congestion, accidents, and even loss of lives. Moreover, street trading contributes to environmental degradation, as traders often dispose of waste improperly, leading to clogged drains and dirty streets. In addition to the inherent dangers, street trading also has destructive effects on the roads. The presence of traders…
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