The era seems to resume as a  young man, Kamaludden Bashir, has commenced trekking from Zaria to Abuja in support of the emergence of Atiku Abubakar as the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Mr. Bashir who arrived Kaduna on Tuesday, a day after he left Zaria, told newsmen that he plans to reach Abuja within five days. “I am really happy with the victory, that is why I am trekking to Abuja to show him that I am with him 100 per cent. “Along the way, I will sensitizes thousands of youth to join me in the campaign to make Nigeria great under Atiku as president. “I believe that only him can overcome the problems of unemployment, poverty, insecurity, communal and ethno-religious crisis disturbing the peace and stability of the country. According to Bahir, he left Kwarbai area of Zaria at about the hour of 6:30 am on Monday after receiving his parents blessings. Bashir believed that Abubakar’s supporters mount all over the country and were st...

Due to the vicissitudes of this juncture as triggered by the force of 2019 political uncertainty in our nation, Nigeria, a lot of political particles have been energized for their ultimate interest which is not alien to our kind of politics. Those suffering from political apathy are being schooled via electoral education by civil society groups and political campaign organizations on how to exercise their franchise. While these ups and downs are taking place during this electioneering, politicians and their protégés are shifting camp and equally switching party. Of course, every cattle wants to graze in greener pasture. Penultimate weeks ago, the senator representing Cross River central senatorial district, Sen. John Owan Enoh declared his intention to contest in the gubernatorial race under the platform of the All Progressive Congress, APC. It shook the state's political platform to its base. Since his declaration, he has been navigating his voyages across the tumultuous ...

About fortnight now, I've been quite engulfed with miscellaneous rites patterning to the solemnization of holy matrimony between me and my heartthrob. The conjugal activities along its sundry obligations didn't accord me the space and chance to lend my voice to happenings in politics and... A lot had happened in my state, Cross River. Some of the happenings didn't come as things of surprise to me. Prominent on the front burner was the word-war between erstwhile governor of Cross River State,  Liyel Imoke and his predecessor, Donald Duke. Few days ago, while enjoying in the euphoria of honeymoon, I took a casual stroll through cyberspace; flipping through pages and glancing posts on few social media platforms to be abreast with the latest events. I stumbled upon Calitown publication where Mr. Donald Duke aired out his views about the rot and malfeasance in governance as it relates to Cross River State and his successor. It was a lethal uppercut at Imoke. As I read f...

Popular musician, Falz just reacted to the ban on his song ‘This is Nigeria’ which they say contains vulgar words and says he want to sue NBC just a day after he heard that a Radio Station in Jos was fined for playing the song. MURIC who claimed the song should be banned because of the ladies in hijab were dancing shaku shaku and they said it was against the Islam religion but their pleas fell on deaf ears. However announcing the song’s ban this week, the NBC said; This is Nigeria, look how we living now. Everybody be criminal,” stating that it made the song vulgar and it was in contravention of Section 3.6.1 and 3.13.2.2 of its constitution. Falz who disclosed that he felt it was ridiculous for the commission to ban the song, argued that it was not a vulgar song but a socially conscious piece of art which addresses the current issues in the country. In his Interview with Saturday Beats, Falz said; “There is absolutely nothing vulgar about the song and I think it is ...

The speech as obtained by Adoga Saint Blog, without blemishes. Read below as been itemized: 1. It is a matter of record that yesterday, lawmakers and staff of the National Assembly were prevented from entering the National Assembly Complex by heavily armed security agents of the Department of State Services (DSS). All entries to the Complex were blocked as early as 6.30 am. The National Assembly, the seat of democracy in Nigeria, was under lockdown. Senators and Members of the House of Representatives were prevented from gaining access. 2. The ensuring standoff was a show of shame that played itself out over several hours in full view of the country. In no circumstances should this have happened. And we as a nation reaped the bitter fruits instantaneously, as evident in media images relayed around the world, images that shame us as a democratic nation. The siege was also an act of cowardice by those seeking to carry out an illegal impeachment of the leadership of the Senate...

By Egbara Emmanuel Ikaba Nigeria has failed to progress from the illusion of independence to the reality of freedom because of betrayal; firstly by the then corruption power politics, and lately by the naive and treacherous former opposition. This is the tragedy of our political development. Independence was cheaper but freedom will be much more expensive as it is now. The fight for independence had clear targets but now the targets for purposeful governance are hidden in the corrupt and treacherous black hearts of APC led government. In APC as a political party one only remained a hero as long as they pay homage to Buhari. This was the critical test. Those that remained for long accepted money for their loyalty and pledged never to question Buhari’s dictatorship. They were as prosperous as the effort they put in suppressing the people. Those that changed their minds were quickly silenced. Those that supported Buhari lasted longer. For someone to claim they were not...

~Ogar, Emmanuel Oko Against the many lies given by the barrack's boys for expelling the second republic political leaders under the superintendent of Alhaji Shehu Shagari of being corrupt; the whole water from River Niger cannot watch them clean of the evil dirt they brought on us as a nation. Some governors in that dispensation were clever. They were innovative and visionary in their leadership approach. They understood the essence of governance. They knew that good name was better than riches. Though, some were corrupt. Others weren't. My few months of sojourning in Imo state, I've been interacting with people and visiting places to be informed socially and politically. Those I mingled with, were actively involved in politics then. One erstwhile governor that his names rings like Monday bell is Dr. Sam Mbakwe. Mbakwe was a great man of extraordinary prudence. A native of Obowo LGA and by extension, my in-law. In less than four years, available record shows that...

The noble place occupies by womenfolks in the society is inestimably indispensable. This specific place ranges from being a mother, wife and the host of others. The old adage of , 'behind every successful man; there's a supporting (supportive) woman', is playing out in most facets of our endeavors. We have seen great men having sterling performance in leadership sphere because they had(have) strong and dependable women behind them. For example, Winnie Mandela. The late Madiba's wife. The FIFA world cup has come and gone but the world is still warmth by some titillating sparks from few participants. All the Russian cultural razzmatazz and technological razzle-dazzle galore had since been blown away at the end of the mundial. However, one special aspect of the round leather game was the resonating humility, youthful exuberance, agility and the show of love devoid of racial prejudices by the prettiest Croatian President, Kolinda Kita...

A non-profit and social political group Jude Vanguard is set to be launched in calabar. Read through plans below as supported by the DG Comr Ipuole Patrick. This is an independently owned Nigerian based group with the simple objective of promoting peace, unity and economic growths in Nigeria States. It is obvious that Nigeria is not growing because of high level of corruption, some external factors and divisiveness in the country; however, we are convinced that our recommendations if executed in those areas will start the unifying and healing processes that will definitely promote peace, unity and economic growths. This group will take-off in Cross river state because of the strategic and economic importance of Cross river to Nigeria. The group is well informed of the fact that Nigeria is the heartbeat and oxygen that supplies bloods to many African countries and beyond; all our efforts will be highly centered in Nigeria, because we believed that once we get Nigeria going, h...

As the politics in northern cross river is heated up, an astute philanthropist, the founder of Ikaba Foundation and SSA to the governor on security, Mr. Jude Ngaji has put up his very first post on his Facebook timeline(Jude Ogbeche Ngaji) about his ambition to topple the senate seat comes 2019. "And i will restore to you (the people of Cross River North Senatorial district) the years that the swarming locust has eaten, the cankerworm, the caterpillar, and the Palmer worm, my great army, which I sent among you. And ye shall have plenty (jobs, employment,  schools, entrepreneurs, scholarships, financial autonomy, free medical services, regular authentic empowerment, wealth creation, agricultural inputs, skills acquisition, oversee training, etc etc) to eat, and be satisfied, and will praise the name of the Lord your God, who has dealt wondrously with you; and my people shall never again be disappointed or ashamed.(in 2019)  Joel 2:25-26  #SUPPORTME Jude Ogbeche Ng...

The General Overseer of the Latter Rain Assembly, Pastor Tunde Bakare, has provided reasons President Muhammadu Buhari has not met the expectations of many Nigerians who voted him into office in 2019. Bakare revealed also why he would not be contesting for the presidency this time around, saying that he will not run against his friend, Buhari. He, however, revealed that he will be the 16th president of the country, saying, “Buhari is the 15th president, I’ll be the 16th.” Daily Sun gathered that Pastor Bakare, who was once Buhari’s running mate, said coming into office in 2015, the President met the unexpected. On Buhari’s performance, Bakare said, “My simple view on this matter is: number one, the expectation was high. “And so was the goodwill that brought him to power. But it appears after he got into power, the Yoruba proverb that ‘the water that is being boiled and the elubo to get amala that would be put into that water, the yam flour is so little compared to the boiling water...

A social media Activist a writer and a grassroot mobilizer  in Yala Local Government Area of Cross river State, Egbara Emmanuel Ikaba, has disclosed that the state Governor, Senator Benedict AYADE deserves another second tenure in office, to enable him consolidate on the gains he has made for the state so far. He said that youths in Cross river North Senatorial District would ensure that Ayade's second term bid is successful. Egbara, in a chat with newsmen, commended the Governor  for attracting general development to Cross river North. According to him, “we are experiencing what we have never seen in terms of development in my area, and they are there for people to see. “This is not an attempt to commend non-existent achievements. Ayade has done well so far. And anybody, who has seen his good works, would only beg him to continue.  It is like a football match and you don’t stop a football match after the end of first half. So this is Ayade's first half; he d...

As the political space begins to gather momentum and youth activist clamoring for inclusion in governance and policy making in the country, a political party National Rescue Movement, NRM today launched the #NotTooPoorToRun inline with the newly signed bill into law #NotTooYoungToRun by Mr president. The NRM is in partnership with One Adult One Youth Advocacy Group and Youth Take Over which their vision and aims are in tandem with the party. The national chairman of the party, a former upper chamber legislator, Sen. Saidu Mohammed stated, "its  time for the youth to take over governance since the elders has failed you. Nigeria has never had it as hard as now, Nigeria has never been so shattered as we are now, peace and prosperity and welfare of the people is never guaranteed any longer. We are not prepared to relegate our identity, the philosophy of the part, NRM remains in tact." He further said that politics has been trailing with the monetary enticement whic...

According to Wikipedia, the Catholic Church, also known as the Roman Catholic Church, is the largest Christian church, with more than 1.299 billion members worldwide. As one of the oldest religious institutions in the world, it has played a prominent role in the history and development of Western civilisation. The Catholic social teaching, reflecting the concern Jesus showed for the impoverished, places a heavy emphasis on the corporal and spiritual works of mercy, namely the support and concern for the sick, the poor, the afflicted and support for the growth of the church. Church teaching calls for a preferential option for the poor while canon law prescribes that "The Christian faithful are also obliged to promote social justice and, mindful of the precept of the Lord, to assist the poor and church to grow. Christ the King Catholic Church, Ochubi Okpoma in Yala LGA which is the home of Senator Rose Oko has become an eye sore because the local church community had tried se...

Poverty of currency and earthly possessions isn't evil but only factor that militate against decent living of self contentment. One can be poor and still be happy. That's neurophysiological frame of mind. But poverty of the mind as a result of lack of money is evil against every individual and to humanity in general. Limited knowledge about the indices of governance as it relates to the sociopolitical contract entered into force between electees (elective political office holder) and the electors  (electorates) during electioneering when the electees sought for the peoples' mandate and the electorates obliged by exercising their franchise in such direction is the bane of non-accountability of elected office holders today. That contract is sacred, mutual and a sort of commensalism to say the least. It must be reverenced and always held in awe by both parties. It's not a give-away gift that ought to be benefited by one party only. Unfortunately, many in power have ...

The campaign which seeks to explore ways in which individuals can cultivate and encourage more transparent, accountable behavior will involve a mix of online and in-person activities, including blog posts, ethical dilemma videos, Twitter chats, and an online course on responsible leadership and transparency. In the good will  message  posted by Ipuole Patrick Adoga lauded the YALI Network members for dedicating their time and resources to the all-important goal of enhancing transparency and integrity in their respective communities. According to him, the Jude Vanguard stands ready to continue assisting the people and government of Cross river in achieving its goal of greater openness and transparency. The Jude vanguard, he added, has also provided assistance to organizations working to strengthen transparency. “By coming together to lead this transparency and good governance campaign, you have answered the question of ‘what can I do’ for my community. As you reach ...

The Niger Delta Development Commission has concluded plans to resume the Post-Graduate Foreign scholarship to qualified indigenes of the Niger Delta region, after a comprehensive restructuring of the programme. This follows the approval by the Governing Board and Management for the commencement of the 2018 award process. The Commission, while announcing the resumption of the scholarship scheme, conveys its regrets at the cancellation of the inconclusive 2017 award process, noting the inconveniences suffered by students who applied for the scholarship. To provide a fresh start and a seamless process, all outstanding tuition for recipients of the scholarship has been cleared, as part of the restructuring instituted by Management, and calls for new applications from qualified candidates for the 2018 programme. (However, any student who has proof that he has not been paid should feel free to contact the Commission immediately). The advertisement for the new programme will be ...