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Tinubu: Northerners Think They Have The Monopoly Of Sending Their Worst Leader To Rule Nigeria – Charly Boy
In the complex landscape of Nigerian politics, a growing sentiment has emerged among various regional factions regarding leadership choices. Many in the Northern region feel they hold a monopoly on selecting leaders who often fail to meet the expectations of the populace. The recent presidencies of Muhammadu Buhari and Bola Ahmed Tinubu have sparked discussions around the perceived ineffectiveness of these leaders.
Charly Boy argued that the North’s political transactions have yielded disappointing results, with Buhari’s leadership being particularly controversial. The Yoruba, on the other hand, contributed to this discourse by supporting Tinubu, leading to a sense of resignation among some Southerners who believe they are left to deal with the consequences of these leadership decisions.
The narrative suggests that this pattern of “failure to counter failure” is set to continue, with voices claiming that if the North chooses to present figures like Abdullahi Ganduje or Bello Matawalle in future elections, the South may respond with leaders such as Hope Uzodimma, Okezie Ikpeazu, or Godswill Akpabio. This tit-for-tat approach raises concerns about the lack of accountability and genuine representation in governance.
As political discourse intensifies, the sentiment “Do me, I do you; man no go vex” encapsulates the growing frustration and cynicism surrounding the political establishment, with many feeling trapped in a cycle of ineffective leadership.
As the nation approaches future elections, the call for a more collaborative and effective political strategy becomes ever more urgent, urging leaders to prioritize the needs of their constituents over regional rivalries.
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Affirmative Action for Women is Essential for Equity – Speaker Abbas
The Speaker, House of Representatives, Rep. Abbas Tajudeen, has emphasized that affirmative action for women is not a privilege or an undemocratic measure but a necessary corrective step to promote fairness and achieve gender balance in Nigeria’s political landscape.
In his keynote address at a session with Speakers of State Houses of Assembly, held to mark the conclusion of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence (GBV), Speaker Abbas called for the integration of women’s and gender issues into the constitution, policies, statutes, and budgetary processes of the country. The session took place at the National Assembly on Monday.
Reflecting on the significance of the campaign, Speaker Abbas noted, “This action signified our resolve to combat violence against Nigerian women and to reinforce our collective commitment to creating a safer and more equitable society.”
He recalled leading an advocacy walk from the National Assembly to the Force Headquarters, where a petition was submitted to the Inspector General of Police; this, he said, demonstrated the resolve of lawmakers to address GBV comprehensively.
The Speaker commended the 16 Days of Activism campaign, which began on November 25, for uniting various stakeholders in the fight against GBV and the push for women’s empowerment across the nation. He highlighted the National Assembly’s leadership role in legislative reforms aimed at protecting women and promoting gender equity. These efforts include the enactment of key laws such as the Violence Against Persons (Prohibition) Act, the Child’s Rights Act, and the Trafficking in Persons (Prohibition) Enforcement and Administration Act.
Speaker Abbas stressed that the 10th House of Representatives has intensified these efforts through its Legislative Agenda, prioritizing constitutional amendments that will enhance women’s participation and representation in governance. He underscored the critical role women play, stating, “Women are the cornerstone of our families and communities, yet their political representation remains unacceptably low. This imbalance must change—not for improved statistics but for the transformative value women bring to governance, leadership, and policymaking.”
He further elaborated on the barriers hindering women’s full participation in political and public life, citing cultural norms, economic disparities, and insufficient legal protections as systemic obstacles. According to him, “A society that protects its women and leverages their potential is one that secures its future.”
To address these issues, the 10th Assembly has initiated constitutional amendment processes early, allowing time for thorough consultation and consensus-building. The House Committee on Constitution Amendment has been engaging stakeholders through sensitization and advocacy to garner support for provisions that institutionalize greater women’s representation.
“These efforts go beyond tokenism,” Speaker Abbas asserted. “Affirmative action for women is not undemocratic; it is a necessary corrective measure to address historical inequities and unlock our nation’s full potential. Many African countries, such as Rwanda and South Africa, have successfully enshrined affirmative action in their constitutions.”
The Speaker also acknowledged the critical role of state Houses of Assembly in advancing these reforms, urging state speakers to actively participate in ensuring that gender-focused constitutional amendments and legislation are adopted at the sub-national level.
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COAS, Oluyede vows to end insurgency, Strategizes New Operations In North East
The Chief of Army staff Lt Gen Olufemi Oluyede has said that he was in Maiduguri last week to ginger his officers and men to change the narrative of the war by thinking outside the box to get positive results.
General Oluyede said that for too long the Army has been thinking after the same old pattern of fighting asymmetric warfare adding that it was time to think differently so that the enemy would be flushed out completely.
He said he was not unaware of the strengths and weaknesses of his troops which is why the entire management team in the Army Headquarters will make sure that more sophistication is added to their existing platforms to enable them increase their strengths and overcome the enemy in all fronts once and for all.
In a jam packed interview after he had toured critical areas of the theatre, the Army chief went on: ” I’m here to speak to my officers and soldiers and to appraise their operational readiness and that I have done.
What is going to be new here is that we need to reappraise our operations so that we can get a different result. “We don’t want to continue with operations, whereby we’ll be doing what we’ve been doing before and getting the same results.
Now, we want different results. So we’ve sat down. We have strategized. We’re going to bring in more importance into our challenges, bringing more platforms to support the soldiers, so that they can do their work well.
“I think we have achieved that aim. So we’re going back to Abuja to see how we can add more to their platforms support them in the operations, and I’m sure we’ll get better returns.” Said the Army chief.
Responding to questions on challenges affecting the Commanders and men on the ground, the Army chief went on: “I’m very aware of these challenges, but I want to take one moment to make you realize the fact that there will always be challenges.
“Now, the most important thing is how we react to those challenges. If you recall, I was in Sokoto when the issue of the lakurawa people came up. I was prompted to go to Sokoto then and the essence of me going was to see what we could do to make things better.
“And for the past two months, you must have seen that, something is being done there. I’m talking about Zamfara, and you know, North West in general, we are also going to be backing up the operations with technology, to see how we can make things better.”(www.krestnews.com).
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