“And what is my fault in Kebbi ?
I stood up here in the Senate to tell Nigerians to assist us that bandits are killing us.
And suddenly, the governor thought, I was fighting him.
I have never fought to the governor.
I have nothing against him.
But my people that sent me here asked me to cry, and I cried.
And they appreciate it. 3 years since Tinubu’s government, 3 years.
2023, 2024, and 2025.
The budget has not been implemented.
He has never implement a budget.
How does a country run without a budget?
The selective financing of project, and we have borrowed and borrowed and borrowed.
Where is the money we are borrowing?
All the revenue generating agency in this country told us they have exceeded their target.
Where is the money going?”
Senator representing Kebbi state, voices out his frustration with Tinubu led administration.
As far as I am aware this is what has been going on. Arsenal were interested in Fernandes / Tonali / Pablo Barrios (exclusive). When Tonali was offered to us at the end of January, it peaked everyone's interest at the club. Berta kept in contact as did City. It became clear the deal was not feasible due to Newcastle wanting £85m or even more. To further add, the agent fees are incroyable. Barrios was not available for several reasons. Fernandes is heavily involved with Jorge Mendes and it became quickly apparent that there would be a bidding war at a minimum of £85m. It has now even been stated, 'whoever pays the most can have him'.
Berta then made contact multiple times to explore the situation of Alex Scott, the interest is real and there was a feeling a potential bargain could be secured around £65m. Bournemouth began to panic while Alex Scott was out in the USA with the England pre camp and want to rush to secure a renewal for Scott with a possible release clause. Their stance currently is he is not for sale at any price.
Is it becoming apparent we have approximated budget for the midfielder? (Investing in other areas)
As for Bruno G let me clarify… Berta made contact with his camp via Kia. A loose offer below £60m was floated to Newcastle via these middle men to understand their appetite for any deal. Newcastle say he is not for sale. Kia being involved is something you must keep an eye on for reasons every Arsenal fan should be aware of. When an offer is serious, it is officially submitted to the club hence me saying Newcastle have had no contact yet from Arsenal as of 9am. Newcastle will not lose both of their midfielders, so maybe Berta tried a cheeky offer before the Tonali deal has gone through. Until a serious offer is presented or our budget changes, we wait.
Arsenal have contacted the likes of Bouaddi / Kone and others I don’t want to discuss yet but no one else is providing these step by step updates and its incredibly exhausting. Personally think Bouaddi or Bruno would be incredible.
Algorithms Are Colonising African Youths
Nigerian historian Iyo Obietonbara argues that social media algorithms are a tool of colonialism, influencing what African youths consider valuable. Instead of building organisations to struggle for liberation, many of our young people are making videos about trivial matters.
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Corruption by African leaders or Sabotage by the West, which is the primary hindrance to Africa’s development?
Here you have your answer.
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We grew up watching who wants to be a millionaire, cowbell mathematics competition, spelling bee etc..
Now we’re stuck with BBN, peller and the likes and you can’t see the problem?
You've been hearing about the so-called "Olodo Uprising".
Here's a wider angle on this phenomenon to help you contextualise what you are actually witnessing, why it is happening and who is ultimately behind it (hint: it's not Peller - he's just a symptom!)
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Marc Botenga: Europe Fears Losing Access To Sahel Resources After Expulsion From The Region
If it were ever needed, this is confirmation from the metaphorical horse's mouth. In this clip, Belgian EU Parliament member Marc Botemga says the quiet part out loud: that the EU invests heavily in military equipment specifically intended for waging warning the Sahel because the Sahel's solid mineral wealth is seen by Europe as its sole lifeline.
Perhaps the significant but shrinking number of misguided Africans who continue to insist that Europe's modern day colonialism in the Sahel is a "conspiracy theory" can take that argument up with Mr Botenga himself.
For the rest of us who do not concern ourselves with self-defeating, non-sequitur arguments that waste vast amounts of energy and ultimately lead nowhere, Botenga's words are a timely reminder that the Sahel and the rest of Africa are on a timer to develop the necessary military deterrence to stop Europe from repeating the only actions Europe is known for on the continent.
UK doesn’t Play with Good governance to the Point they Changed 6 prime Ministers in 10 years. But when it comes to Africa they Will Encourage Dictators Like Biya & Museveni, And Congratulate Nigeria Every time we Hold a Sham Election. This is Very Sad & Shameful Conduct. 🙄🇬🇧
Nigeria discovered oil in 1956
The UAE discovered it 1958
Today, the UAE worth $700 billion
Nigeria is $500 billion in debt
Same resources, same decade, opposite results!
2 prominent African public officials facing corruption probes in their home countries took refuge in the UK and US.
They have now been given US and UK state protection against prosecution for stealing African state resources.
Once again, whenever you wake up...