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Why Gowon Refused to Join Any Political Party in Nigeria
Former Head of State, General Yakubu Gowon (retd.), has explained why he has remained neutral and not aligned with any political party in Nigeria.
Speaking in Abuja on November 27 during a visit by the League of Northern Democrats (LND) led by Senator Ibrahim Shekarau, the 90-year-old elder statesman said his loyalty lies solely with Nigeria.
“My military background shaped my belief in serving the nation above all else,” Gowon said, adding that he draws from all ideologies, such as socialism and capitalism, to prioritize the greater good.
He recalled how the north made sacrifices during his time in government to address fears of regional domination, preventing secession threats from all regions. “If we had allowed it, we might have ended up as separate nations—whether Yoruba, Igbo, Hausa, or otherwise,” he noted.
Gowon also expressed sadness over the region’s current challenges, including the rise of insurgent groups, which he said have created more problems for the north.
It has been reported that Bola Ahmed Tinubu was absent at the commissioning of the Opebi-Mende Link Bridge, which took place on April 8, 2026.
However, Senate President Godswill Akpabio represented the President and carried out the ceremony.
As he commissioned the project, he stated “On behalf of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, I commission these projects.”
Residents of Lagos should prepare for traffic disruptions as several roads will be closed due to the visit of Bola Ahmed Tinubu, who is set to commission infrastructural projects.
The commissioning will take place on April 8 and 9, 2026.
Affected areas on Wednesday (April 8):
Opebi, Allen Avenue, Ikeja, Ojota, and Victoria Island.
Affected areas on Thursday (April 9):
Lekki-Epe Expressway, Ikoyi, Victoria Island, and Ajegunle.
Motorists are advised to plan alternative routes and expect heavy traffic during these periods.
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The president shared “Open the F***ing Strait, you crazy bastards, or you’ll be living in Hell — JUST WATCH!”
It can be noted that he even did a countdown on Saturday “48 hours before all Hell will rain down on them,” he warned Saturday. “Time is running out.”
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