Coping with the systematic collapse of our institutions.
When the controversy surrounding the removal of former Chief Justice of Nigeria, Walter Onnoghen, unfolded, I expressed a concern to a friend: that the greatest damage might not be immediate, but the message it sends about the sanctity and independence of our institutions to the world.
Strong economies are built on trust. Investors can manage security risks, policy risks, and even market risks. What they fear most is uncertainty in the rule of law and a judiciary that is perceived to be vulnerable to political pressure.
Today, many Nigerians have lost confidence in systems that should protect them. Businesses increasingly request that their contracts be governed by foreign jurisdictions because they have greater confidence in those institutions than in our own. That should concern every patriot.
We must never sacrifice our sacred institutions on the altar of politics. Nations rise when institutions are stronger than individuals. "The federal High Court Judgement ordering the de-registration of the ADC and other political parties is just one of those activities that further reduces the common man's trust in our legal systems" it should be reversed.
I pledge that we will restore the dignity, independence, and integrity of the Judiciary. The common man must have a voice. The business community must be protected from legal uncertainty and intimidation. Justice must be impartial, accessible, and respected by all.
To our judges, legal luminaries, senior advocates, and lawyers: this is your moment. Rise, defend the rule of law, take back your country!
A New Nigeria is POssible. -PO
@Enwagboso@ruffydfire Disagreeing with Peter Obi is fine, but saying he has no plans because of one interview is weak analysis.
Leadership is not a speaking contest. Judge ideas, policies, and track record — not body language or delivery style.
Also, reducing Obi’s support to ethnicity ignores
The first one the jackal - deceitful animal aka master strategist
The second one - the one that if we had over the country to, we will have no country aka unifier
The third one - is the one that will make Nigeria OK
A New Nigeria is POssible
@little_finger_c@Mimi_yakigar He made a wrong move and may end up paying politically for it. The most concerning part was when he said he would reveal all the secrets he allegedly has about Mr. Peter Obi from the time he served as his spokesperson. That statement could damage his credibility and career. In
Peter Obi is currently the only leading politician whose aides are not attacking anyone.
Check around.
Tinubu has Daniel Bwala and Bayo Onanuga calling opponents names.
Atiku has Demola, Royalty, Kenneth Okonkwo, and Abdul calling Peter Obi names.
Peter Obi and his aides are
Sometimes we need to remove emotions, tribal sentiment and social media propaganda and tell ourselves the bitter truth.
If Peter Obi was from Ebonyi, Imo, Enugu or Abia, would he receive this same overwhelming support from Ndi-Igbo?
The honest answer is NO.
Many people may not like this conversation, but it needs to be said.
The support Peter Obi gets from a large section of Ndi-Anambra is not completely because he is the best or the most qualified Igbo politician. A huge part of it is because he is from Anambra State. Let’s stop pretending otherwise.
For years, many people have acted like leadership of Ndigbo must revolve around Anambra interests, and anybody outside that circle is automatically seen as inferior, irrelevant or not “fit” enough.
Now let’s ask the real question nobody wants to answer:
What exactly has Peter Obi personally done for Igbo land politically at the federal level before becoming a presidential candidate?
He worked under Abacha’s regime — what major Igbo project did he attract then?
What visible federal infrastructure across the South East can people confidently point to and say: “Peter Obi made this happen”?
Now compare that with Dave Umahi.
Love him or hate him, the man left visible projects behind.
From 2015 to 2023, he transformed Ebonyi from one of the most neglected and mocked states in Nigeria into one of the fastest developing states in the country. Today Ebonyi is no longer the forgotten state people used to laugh at.
As Minister of Works today, several major roads affecting Igbo land are receiving attention:
• Enugu–Onitsha Expressway
• Enugu–Makurdi–Abuja Road
• Calabar–Ebonyi–Abuja Coastal Route
• Multiple federal road interventions across the South East
These are physical projects people can see with their eyes, not just social media motivation and emotional speeches.
Yet, this same man is insulted daily by some Ndi-Anambra simply because he is from Ebonyi.
Ironically, outside Igbo land, Umahi is receiving more respect and recognition than he gets from his own people.
Yes, no politician is perfect. Umahi has shortcomings too. But Ndigbo must learn to separate hatred, envy and state superiority complex from reality.
This is not about hating Peter Obi.
This is about asking ourselves a difficult question:
Are we supporting competence and results… or are we simply supporting our own state people?
Because sometimes, the loudest supporters of “New Nigeria” are still deeply trapped in old tribal politics.