Politics
Denying Igbo Presidency for Trying to Break Away from Nigeria Bleeds My Heart – Olusegun Obasanjo
Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo has expressed deep frustration over claims that the Igbo people are being denied the presidency because of their alleged attempts to break away from Nigeria. In a recent statement, Obasanjo rejected such reasoning, calling it “nonsense” and stating that no region of Nigeria has been free from secessionist sentiments at some point in the country’s history.
The former president, known for his outspoken nature, emphasized that it is unjust to single out the Igbo for seeking secession when, in fact, various regions of Nigeria, at different times, have expressed similar desires to break away from the federation.
Obasanjo’s statement has reignited the conversation about equity in Nigeria’s political system, with many calling for equal opportunities for all ethnic groups in the quest for national leadership. His call for fairness resonates with those advocating for an Igbo presidency, a cause that has gained significant momentum in recent years.
In conclusion, Obasanjo’s passionate defense of the Igbo people’s right to the presidency serves as a powerful reminder of the need for national unity, inclusivity, and justice in Nigeria’s political structure.
Nigerian businessman Isaac Fayose pleads with the government and President Tinubu that the minimum wage needs to be increased.
He shared that the current minimum wage of ₦70,000 is not enough considering the current state of the country and urged the government to increase it to ₦200,000.
“President Tinubu, have mercy on our people and increase the minimum wage to ₦200,000 now. I don’t think anyone can survive on the current ₦70,000 minimum wage. ₦70,000 is nothing. If we don’t solve the minimum wage problem, we can’t solve crime.”
Human rights activist and lawyer Deji Adeyanju has faced backlash after suggesting that opposition figures, including Peter Obi, could contribute to President Tinubu’s chances of re-election if opposition votes remain divided.
He stated “If Tinubu gets re-elected in 2027, blame Peter Obi and the other contractor-general. With all the insecurity and kidnapping in the country, they are the ones aggressively working for his second term by ensuring opposition votes are divided like they did in 2023.”
His comments sparked criticism from many Nigerians, who argued that Peter Obi is not the only opposition figure and should not be solely blamed for political divisions.
Nigeria’s Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, has expressed confidence that the northern region will support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the next election.
According to Matawalle, the administration has delivered major infrastructure projects and development initiatives across the region.
“For us in the North, our votes for the APC and President Tinubu will show clearly that we appreciate what he’s doing for the region.”
He added “If you see the dualisation of the Abuja–Kaduna, Zaria–Sokoto, and Ilela–Badagry expressways, you will agree with me that the North is experiencing key projects it never had in the past, even when a northerner was president.”
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