In an ideal situation, elections come and go. Once elections end, people focus on governance. Because people understand that bad leadership spears nobody, they become constructive critics, ensuring that the government does the right thing at all times.

Sadly, over the years, I have noticed with dismay that what we practise in Nigeria is totally different. After elections, we have a situation where the "we against them" syndrome becomes prevalent among the peoples of the country.

In one of his several visits to Africa, Former President Barack Obama encouraged Africa to eschew the politics of tribe, religion and hate. Despite that famous speech receiving a thunderous applause, many years later, it appears that tribalism, religious sentiments and party affiliation are increasingly shaping our political views, thereby taking us backwards in Nigeria.

Politics, to my way of thinking, should lead to the growth, development and progress of a people. Regrettably, I have come to understand that Nigerians rarely prioritize their country's interest over political, tribal or party interests. We must be wary of this cancerous practice!

For instance, I was utterly shocked that Nairalanders hailed a judge's decision to fine Former Minister of State for Labour and Employment Festus Keyamo (SAN) for dragging the ICPC to court for not prosecuting Atiku Abubukar, whose former aide released voice notes to prove that he orchestrated and oversaw financial embezzlement in Nigeria.

On the other hand, I want to appeal to APC supporters all over social media to tune down their tribal politics. Yes, this is a disturbing trend that has spiralled over time. While Obidients, I have observed, focus on attacking President Tinubu and the pitfalls of his policy, a lot of these APC people (including the influential ones like FFK and Bayo Onanuga) tend to focus on attacking tribes. Without mincing words, these people are hurting this country.

Furthermore, I don't know if I am the only person who thinks that the rest of the world has no regards for the black man. Unfortunately, being the world's most populous black country, we keep proving them right because self-imposed bad leadership has stalled the development of our country for over six decades. Believe it or not, racial discrimination against people of colour transcends the colour of their skin. If Nigeria was as powerful and influential as the United States, skin colour would never have mattered.

Admittedly, many of us might have erred in the past, including myself. To right our wrongs, if Nigeria means something to us, it's high time we started putting our country's interest first. That's because we are gradually losing this country. The "we against them" disease is doing this country more harm than good. So, it's time to sheath our sword and focus on the progress of the country. You shouldn't criticize destructively because your preferred candidate isn't the person driving the process. It should be country first before candidate.

Thank you and God bless us all....

Alright

During the election,You people declare war on the igbos,now after tinubu was forcefully declare winner,you want us to accept him like that,abi

Well, the we against them issue is prevalent in many advanced democracies, including the USA.

That's an inherent problem with democracy....the inherent 'tribal' nature of the thing (Am not talking about Nigerian style tribalisim, mind you...this is a different animal). People take opposing views, stay with them, and may even fight for them.

And yes, it is the subject of literature and even jokes. (As seen in the late Ronald Reagan's joke about the 'Democratic platform'.)

We are just getting used to it in Nigeria. We spent far too long without democracy....that the idea of people fighting over parties has become a big shock.

The cone headed people must see the end of what they started

The whole thing tire me.

Is not as if the igbos are problems of Nigeria but the hatred towards the igbos is getting out of hands.

Makers49:
During the election,You people declare war on the igbos,now after tinubu was forcefully declare winner,you want us to accept him like that,abi

SoNature:
In an ideal situation, elections come and go. Once elections end, people focus on governance. Because people understand that bad leadership spears nobody, they become constructive critics, ensuring that the government does the right thing at all times.

Sadly, over the years, I have noticed with dismay that what we practise in Nigeria is totally different. After elections, we have a situation where the "we against them" syndrome becomes prevalent among the peoples of the country.

In one of his several visits to Africa, Former President Barack Obama encouraged Africa to eschew the politics of tribe, religion and hate. Despite that famous speech receiving a thunderous applause, many years later, it appears that tribalism, religious sentiments and party affiliation are increasingly shaping our political views, thereby taking us backwards in Nigeria.

Politics, to my way of thinking, should lead to the growth, development and progress of a people. Regrettably, I have come to understand that Nigerians rarely prioritize their country's interest over political, tribal or party interests. We must be wary of this cancerous practice!

For instance, I was utterly shocked that Nairalanders hailed a judge's decision to fine Former Minister of State for Labour and Employment Festus Keyamo (SAN) for dragging the ICPC to court for not prosecuting Atiku Abubukar, whose former aide released voice notes to prove that he orchestrated and oversaw financial embezzlement in Nigeria.

On the other hand, I want to appeal to APC supporters all over social media to tune down their tribal politics. Yes, this is a disturbing trend that has spiralled over time. While Obidients, I have observed, focus on attacking President Tinubu and the pitfalls of his policy, a lot of these APC people (including the influential ones like FFK and Bayo Onanuga) tend to focus on attacking tribes. Without mincing words, these people are hurting this country.

Furthermore, I don't know if I am the only person who thinks that the rest of the world has no regards for the black man. Unfortunately, being the world's most populous black country, we keep proving them right because self-imposed bad leadership has stalled the development of our country for over six decades. Believe it or not, racial discrimination against people of colour transcends the colour of their skin. If Nigeria was as powerful and influential as the United States, skin colour would never have mattered.

Admittedly, many of us might have erred in the past, including myself. To right our wrongs, if Nigeria means something to us, it's high time we started putting our country's interest first. That's because we are gradually losing this country. The "we against them" disease is doing this country more harm than good. So, it's time to sheath our sword and focus on the progress of the country. You shouldn't criticize destructively because your preferred candidate isn't the person driving the process. It should be country first before candidate.

Thank you and God bless us all....

Nigeria is a country that never grew into a nation, and never will

OP
Nigeria is being STOLEN away by Northern, Hausa/FULANI Political Bigwigs, Oil well owners and Power Brokers
who are the Beneficiaries and Conduit pipes of this current APC regime. 😕

When they have SUCKED this country dry like Orange,
They will now allow Biafra and Oduduwa agitators to have their way.😒

SoNature:
In an ideal situation, elections come and go. Once elections end, people focus on governance. Because people understand that bad leadership spears nobody, they become constructive critics, ensuring that the government does the right thing at all times.

Sadly, over the years, I have noticed with dismay that what we practise in Nigeria is totally different. After elections, we have a situation where the "we against them" syndrome becomes prevalent among the peoples of the country.

In one of his several visits to Africa, Former President Barack Obama encouraged Africa to eschew the politics of tribe, religion and hate. Despite that famous speech receiving a thunderous applause, many years later, it appears that tribalism, religious sentiments and party affiliation are increasingly shaping our political views, thereby taking us backwards in Nigeria.

Politics, to my way of thinking, should lead to the growth, development and progress of a people. Regrettably, I have come to understand that Nigerians rarely prioritize their country's interest over political, tribal or party interests. We must be wary of this cancerous practice!

For instance, I was utterly shocked that Nairalanders hailed a judge's decision to fine Former Minister of State for Labour and Employment Festus Keyamo (SAN) for dragging the ICPC to court for not prosecuting Atiku Abubukar, whose former aide released voice notes to prove that he orchestrated and oversaw financial embezzlement in Nigeria.

On the other hand, I want to appeal to APC supporters all over social media to tune down their tribal politics. Yes, this is a disturbing trend that has spiralled over time. While Obidients, I have observed, focus on attacking President Tinubu and the pitfalls of his policy, a lot of these APC people (including the influential ones like FFK and Bayo Onanuga) tend to focus on attacking tribes. Without mincing words, these people are hurting this country.

Furthermore, I don't know if I am the only person who thinks that the rest of the world has no regards for the black man. Unfortunately, being the world's most populous black country, we keep proving them right because self-imposed bad leadership has stalled the development of our country for over six decades. Believe it or not, racial discrimination against people of colour transcends the colour of their skin. If Nigeria was as powerful and influential as the United States, skin colour would never have mattered.

Admittedly, many of us might have erred in the past, including myself. To right our wrongs, if Nigeria means something to us, it's high time we started putting our country's interest first. That's because we are gradually losing this country. The "we against them" disease is doing this country more harm than good. So, it's time to sheath our sword and focus on the progress of the country. You shouldn't criticize destructively because your preferred candidate isn't the person driving the process. It should be country first before candidate.

Thank you and God bless us all....

At times the quietness of someone does not imply weaknesses

Only to let things be, for peace sake

.....

Ihateheadslamer:
The whole thing tire me.

Is not as if the igbos are problems of Nigeria but the hatred towards the igbos is getting out of hands.

This is done by Mischievous and hate-filled SW Pple.😏

They ONLY think of Stopping an IgboMan from becoming President.

But the Smart Northerners are looking @the Bigger picture and are Planning for 50-100 Years.
By making sure every President of this Nigeria is either a Hausa/FULANI, Yoruba Muslim or a Southern Christian Stooge e.g. FFK, onanuga, Igbokwe, etc.🤨🙂

Exactly....

Joe Biden will still contest for second term despite his old age, ill health, can't even stand for long without falling down. Are there no young vibrant aspirants in the U.S.A any more?

SoNature am so happy NLC has suspended strike. Tribunal continues.

TINUBU SHOULD ADOPT FAPRES FOTCS AND CTC FOCS TRFG NOW.

Same Hausa Fulani that ensure Obasanjo became president, allowed Ebele Jonathan after death of Yardua.

Many of your senseless ipob no fit get sense till Jesus returns.

VinnyBaba:


This is done by Mischievous and hate-filled SW Pple.😏

They ONLY think of Stopping an IgboMan from becoming President.

But the Smart Northerners are looking @the Bigger picture and are Planning for 50-100 Years.
By making sure every President of this Nigeria is either a Hausa/FULANI, Yoruba Muslim or a Southern Christian Stooge e.g. FFK, onanuga, Igbokwe, etc.🤨🙂

No one needs to tell me you are Igbo judging from your bias.

Obidaftis Igbos that were insulting the like of Joke Silva, Seun Kuti Femi Kuti Soyinka n all others should not tone down their hate. This senseless OP claim they focus only on Tinubu insulting all the listed above but APC supporters insult a whole tribe when insulting Obi yet he can not mention a single instance.

This is the sort of blackmail you get from Igbos after they lose out on their evil plans. It is why a group of Igbo orchestrated the first coup in Nigeria to steal power from Tafawa Balewa to give the failure Azikwe, reason why he wasn't killed with leaders of other region.

You talked about we against them a trait Igbo failed politicians use n sell to their foolish gullible supporters.

First it was endless insult on the Hausa Fulani
Now it is endless insult on Tinubu n Yoruba.

Any small thing you will here some fools claim the market they use is different, they are now selling fuel cheaper in the SW.

All sort of foolish comment your mouth should have been knocked of by confirm 2 by 2 for.

My advice is you stop writing all the junks n start cautioning your senseless tribesmen from inciting other Nigerians against them cos you are bound to regret it sooner or later. It was the Hausa Fulani at first now it's the Yoruba when shit hit the fence you will collect.

SoNature:

For instance, I was utterly shocked that Nairalanders hailed a judge's decision to fine Former Minister of State for Labour and Employment Festus Keyamo (SAN) for dragging the ICPC to court for not prosecuting Atiku Abubukar, whose former aide released voice notes to prove that he orchestrated and oversaw financial embezzlement in Nigeria.

On the other hand, I want to appeal to APC supporters all over social media to tune down their tribal politics. Yes, this is a disturbing trend that has spiralled over time. While Obidients, I have observed, focus on attacking President Tinubu and the pitfalls of his policy, a lot of these APC people (including the influential ones like FFK and Bayo Onanuga) tend to focus on attacking tribes. Without mincing words, these people are hurting this country.

Admittedly, many of us might have erred in the past, including myself. To right our wrongs, if Nigeria means something to us, it's high time we started putting our country's interest first. That's because we are gradually losing this country. The "we against them" disease is doing this country more harm than good. So, it's time to sheath our sword and focus on the progress of the country. You shouldn't criticize destructively because your preferred candidate isn't the person driving the process. It should be country first before candidate.

Thank you and God bless us all....

OAFMods:
Same Hausa Fulani that ensure Obasanjo became president, allowed Ebele Jonathan after death of Yardua.

Many of your senseless ipob no fit get sense till Jesus returns.

*First Instance, TRUE.
and dats because a Whole 4 Northern Head of states I.e.
Gen Buhari,
IBB,
Abacha and
Abdul-Salam had been in Power B4 that 1999.🙂

*Second Instance, LIE. It was Nigerians and the Media that Jonathan president in 2010.😕

Bottomline is the Northerners are too Power-Hungry and believes that Nigeria is their Property!😒

OAFMods:
No one needs to tell me you are Igbo judging from your bias.

Obidaftis Igbos that were insulting the like of Joke Silva, Seun Kuti Femi Kuti Soyinka n all others should not tone down their hate. This senseless OP claim they focus on Tinubu insult all the above but APC supporters insult a whole tribe when insulting Obi yet he can not mention a single instance.

This is the sort of blackmail you get from Igbos after the lose out on their evil plans. It is why a group of Igbo orchestrated the first coup in Nigeria to steal power from Tafawa Balewa to give the failure Azikwe reason why he wasn't killed with leaders of other region.

You talked about we against the a trait Igbo use n failed politicians sell to their foolish supporters.

First it was endless insult in the Hausa Fulani
Now it is endless insult on Tinubu n Yoruba.

Any small thing you will here some fools claim the market they use if different, they are now selling fuel cheaper in the SW.

All sort of foolish comment your mouth should have been knocked of by confirm 2 by 2.

My advice is you stop writing all the junks n start cautioning your senseless tribes from inciting other Nigerians against the cos you are bound to regret it sooner or later. It was the Hausa Fulani at first now it's the Yoruba when shit hit the fence you will collect.

Don't mind the forever victims and losers.
They are wailing after been beaten at their game. Thank God, most people are no longer falling for it.

Every empire requires a source of energy..... Our illness in Africa is centuries old.