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The Court of Appeal split decision on who has the power to organise state congresses of the ADC has nothing to do with the leadership of David Mark in the ADC or the primary election that produced the candidates for the ADC. The primary election was conducted through direct primaries that have nothing to do with state executive councils. Direct primaries are done by the participation of all the members of ADC. No cause for alarm.

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Terrorism landed on the shores of Nigeria in 2009 when Boko Haram was born to chastise Nigerians with serpents and scorpions. This new phenomenon was born in Maiduguri, one of the most peaceful cities in Nigeria before then. Due to the incompetence and corruption of the leadership class since then, terrorism has metastasised and spread across the whole nation. Our security agencies have been overwhelmed by the activities of bandits, kidnappers, armed robbers, and terrorists. They are undermanned, underequipped and under-motivated. They are under the exclusive power and authority of one person: the President. In this regard, some provisions in the amendment should be nipped in the bud before even allowed to see the light of the day. It is meaningless to determine that the offence of terrorism should be a federal crime reserved for the federal police. Crime is an offence against the state (both federal and state), and every tier of the police force must be equipped to fight crime. There is nothing wrong in designating crimes into federal or state for the sake of litigation, but not for the sake of policing. Terrorism may be designated as a federal crime to allow the Attorney-General of the Federation to handle its prosecution because of the international dimension of modern-day terrorism. The states may not have the commensurate reach to diligently prosecute terrorism-related crimes. However, when it comes to fighting terrorism, it shall be the duty of all police forces, and indeed, all Nigerians to participate in it. The strongest argument against state police is the possibility of abuse, especially the harassment of political opponents. The abuse of state police cannot be compared with the abuse Nigerians are being subjected to by the terrorists and bandits. These criminals are so heartless that a woman was kidnapped with her three children. Two died in her presence during their captivity and she was compelled to use her hands to bury them. A teacher was beheaded in Oyo State and his students and principal kidnapped. They are still in the forests till date. In Katsina, men voluntarily surrender their wives and daughters to bandits for their sexual satisfaction to discourage the bandits from kidnapping and attacking them. In Plateau and Benue States, people are massacred everywhere and everyday. So also in Borno, Kebbi, Kwara, and almost in all the states of the federation. In all these instances, the victims of these wicked activities of the bandits do not have remedies in law. Punishment of a bandit by hanging will never bring back to life the people who died in their captivity or bring back the dignity of the women who are constantly being raped in their captivity. State police is an idea whose time has come. However, state police will flourish better in a society with an independent legislature and judiciary. In 1979, when Shugaba was deported without reason, the independent judiciary came to his rescue. An independent judiciary is important to regulate the relationship between the federal police and state police so that the federal police do not swallow the state police. It is very concerning that Nigerians have been slaughtered like chickens since Tinubu came in as President, yet the National Assembly couldn’t on their own amend the Constitution and relevant laws to give us state police. They had to wait for Tinubu to order them to do it through executive bill before they woke up from their slumber. They passed Tinubu’s bill within 72 hours of legislative days. Read today's Sunday Sun back page column "Global Square" by Mr Kenneth Okonkwo. Happy Sunday, and God bless. State Police, Independent Legislature and Judiciary https://t.co/rhHWuJT54x

realkenokonkwo's tweet photo. Terrorism landed on the shores of Nigeria in 2009 when Boko Haram was born to chastise Nigerians with serpents and scorpions. This new phenomenon was born in Maiduguri, one of the most peaceful cities in Nigeria before then. Due to the incompetence and corruption of the leadership class since then, terrorism has metastasised and spread across the whole nation. Our security agencies have been overwhelmed by the activities of bandits, kidnappers, armed robbers, and terrorists. They are undermanned, underequipped and under-motivated. They are under the exclusive power and authority of one person: the President.

In this regard, some provisions in the amendment should be nipped in the bud before even allowed to see the light of the day. It is meaningless to determine that the offence of terrorism should be a federal crime reserved for the federal police. Crime is an offence against the state (both federal and state), and every tier of the police force must be equipped to fight crime. There is nothing wrong in designating crimes into federal or state for the sake of litigation, but not for the sake of policing. Terrorism may be designated as a federal crime to allow the Attorney-General of the Federation to handle its prosecution because of the international dimension of modern-day terrorism. The states may not have the commensurate reach to diligently prosecute terrorism-related crimes. However, when it comes to fighting terrorism, it shall be the duty of all police forces, and indeed, all Nigerians to participate in it.

The strongest argument against state police is the possibility of abuse, especially the harassment of political opponents.

The abuse of state police cannot be compared with the abuse Nigerians are being subjected to by the terrorists and bandits. These criminals are so heartless that a woman was kidnapped with her three children. Two died in her presence during their captivity and she was compelled to use her hands to bury them. A teacher was beheaded in Oyo State and his students and principal kidnapped. They are still in the forests till date. In Katsina, men voluntarily surrender their wives and daughters to bandits for their sexual satisfaction to discourage the bandits from kidnapping and attacking them. In Plateau and Benue States, people are massacred everywhere and everyday. So also in Borno, Kebbi, Kwara, and almost in all the states of the federation. In all these instances, the victims of these wicked activities of the bandits do not have remedies in law. Punishment of a bandit by hanging will never bring back to life the people who died in their captivity or bring back the dignity of the women who are constantly being raped in their captivity.

State police is an idea whose time has come. However, state police will flourish better in a society with an independent legislature and judiciary. In 1979, when Shugaba was deported without reason, the independent judiciary came to his rescue. An independent judiciary is important to regulate the relationship between the federal police and state police so that the federal police do not swallow the state police. It is very concerning that Nigerians have been slaughtered like chickens since Tinubu came in as President, yet the National Assembly couldn’t on their own amend the Constitution and relevant laws to give us state police. They had to wait for Tinubu to order them to do it through executive bill before they woke up from their slumber. They passed Tinubu’s bill within 72 hours of legislative days.

Read today's Sunday Sun back page column "Global Square" by Mr Kenneth Okonkwo. Happy Sunday, and God bless.

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Tinubu’s presidency is no stranger to controversies. As usual, whenever an abomination lasts for more than one year, it becomes the custom. The abuses of governmental procedures have become the hallmark of Tinubu’s government and citizens have almost started becoming numb to them until the explosion of the scandal called the Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC) by a letter of appointment purportedly and allegedly facilitated by the President’s Chief of Staff, Hon Femi Gbajabiamila. The only plausible deduction from the PFIPC debacle is that the agency was created by some corrupt officials of the Tinubu government to corruptly siphon the money of the Federation for their own personal selfish use. The only problem that resulted to the scandal is the disagreement on the sharing formula. Read today's Sunday Sun back page column "Global Square" by Mr Kenneth Okonkwo. Happy Sunday, and God bless. Fake Agencies equal fake government: Story of Nigeria’s https://t.co/TjNrrRrvmA

realkenokonkwo's tweet photo. Tinubu’s presidency is no stranger to controversies. As usual, whenever an abomination lasts for more than one year, it becomes the custom. The abuses of governmental procedures have become the hallmark of Tinubu’s government and citizens have almost started becoming numb to them until the explosion of the scandal called the Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC) by a letter of appointment purportedly and allegedly facilitated by the President’s Chief of Staff, Hon Femi Gbajabiamila.

The only plausible deduction from the PFIPC debacle is that the agency was created by some corrupt officials of the Tinubu government to corruptly siphon the money of the Federation for their own personal selfish use. The only problem that resulted to the scandal is the disagreement on the sharing formula.

Read today's Sunday Sun back page column "Global Square" by Mr Kenneth Okonkwo. Happy Sunday, and God bless.

Fake Agencies equal fake government: Story of Nigeria’s https://t.co/TjNrrRrvmA

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The Role of the Diaspora African in Sustainable Development On Friday, July 10, 2026, I had the honour of delivering the keynote address at Mandela Hall, African Union Permanent Observer Mission to the United Nations in New York, on _The Role of the Diaspora African in Sustainable Development across Africa. Africa is a continent of immense riches. Indeed, it is the richest continent in the world, not only because of its vast mineral resources but also because of its greatest asset, its people. It is the second largest continent by landmass, after Asia, covering more than 30 million square kilometres. It is also the second most populous continent, with over 1.5 billion people. Significantly, more than one billion of these are young people in their productive years, making Africa home to the largest youthful workforce in the world. When this demographic advantage is combined with nearly one billion hectares of arable land, about 60% of which remains uncultivated, it becomes clear that Africa possesses everything required not only to feed itself but also to become the food capital of the world. Regrettably, despite this enormous potential, Africa remains home to the largest concentration of the world’s poorest people. Of the approximately 800 million people living in extreme poverty globally, nearly 60% are in Africa. That is about 480 million people, with Nigeria and the Democratic Republic of the Congo among the countries most affected. In other words, nearly one in every three Africans lives in extreme poverty. Likewise, in multidimensional poverty, Africa continues to bear the greatest burden. The question, therefore, is simple. With all these advantages, why has Africa not been able to lift its people out of poverty? It means there is a missing link. That missing link is Competent Leadership with Capacity, Compassion, Character, and Commitment to good governance. What Africa needs is leadership that will rise to the challenge and drive the continent in the right direction. This means competent leadership with character, capacity, compassion and commitment to begin turning the continent around. When we get leadership right, everything else begins to change. We start realising our true potential. So, what is the role of the Diaspora African in this journey? You have an enormous role to play. Because you live in societies where institutions largely work, where democracy is strengthened by accountability and where systems function more effectively, you have both an opportunity and a responsibility to help build Africa. It is time to become stronger advocates for good governance. Even where you cannot vote, your voices matter. They should be heard both at home and abroad whenever things are going wrong on our continent. Stand firmly for what is right. Speak truth to the leaders who visit you. Let them know where they are getting it wrong. That is what some of us have continued to do. The contribution of the African diaspora extends far beyond advocacy. History teaches us that many of the world’s great economic transformations were driven, in part, by their diaspora communities. Japan offers one example. Following the Meiji Restoration of 1868, the country embraced modernisation and benefited immensely from Japanese scholars, professionals and citizens who studied and worked abroad, especially in Germany, before returning home to drive the technological transformation for which Japan is admired today. China presents another remarkable example. It was under Deng Xiaoping’s reforms, beginning in 1978, that China embraced education, innovation and global engagement. These reforms created opportunities for the Chinese diaspora to contribute significantly to the country’s extraordinary economic transformation. In 1980, China had more people living in poverty than Africa. Today, China has reduced extreme poverty dramatically, while Africa continues to struggle with the challenge.

PeterObi's tweet photo. The Role of the Diaspora African in Sustainable Development

On Friday, July 10, 2026, I had the honour of delivering the keynote address at Mandela Hall, African Union Permanent Observer Mission to the United Nations in New York, on _The Role of the Diaspora African in Sustainable Development across Africa.

Africa is a continent of immense riches. Indeed, it is the richest continent in the world, not only because of its vast mineral resources but also because of its greatest asset, its people. It is the second largest continent by landmass, after Asia, covering more than 30 million square kilometres. It is also the second most populous continent, with over 1.5 billion people. Significantly, more than one billion of these are young people in their productive years, making Africa home to the largest youthful workforce in the world.

When this demographic advantage is combined with nearly one billion hectares of arable land, about 60% of which remains uncultivated, it becomes clear that Africa possesses everything required not only to feed itself but also to become the food capital of the world.

Regrettably, despite this enormous potential, Africa remains home to the largest concentration of the world’s poorest people. Of the approximately 800 million people living in extreme poverty globally, nearly 60% are in Africa. That is about 480 million people, with Nigeria and the Democratic Republic of the Congo among the countries most affected. In other words, nearly one in every three Africans lives in extreme poverty. Likewise, in multidimensional poverty, Africa continues to bear the greatest burden.

The question, therefore, is simple. With all these advantages, why has Africa not been able to lift its people out of poverty?

It means there is a missing link. That missing link is Competent Leadership with Capacity, Compassion, Character, and Commitment to good governance.

What Africa needs is leadership that will rise to the challenge and drive the continent in the right direction. This means competent leadership with character, capacity, compassion and commitment to begin turning the continent around. When we get leadership right, everything else begins to change. We start realising our true potential.

So, what is the role of the Diaspora African in this journey?
You have an enormous role to play.

Because you live in societies where institutions largely work, where democracy is strengthened by accountability and where systems function more effectively, you have both an opportunity and a responsibility to help build Africa. It is time to become stronger advocates for good governance. Even where you cannot vote, your voices matter. They should be heard both at home and abroad whenever things are going wrong on our continent. Stand firmly for what is right. Speak truth to the leaders who visit you. Let them know where they are getting it wrong. That is what some of us have continued to do.

The contribution of the African diaspora extends far beyond advocacy. History teaches us that many of the world’s great economic transformations were driven, in part, by their diaspora communities.

Japan offers one example. Following the Meiji Restoration of 1868, the country embraced modernisation and benefited immensely from Japanese scholars, professionals and citizens who studied and worked abroad, especially in Germany, before returning home to drive the technological transformation for which Japan is admired today.

China presents another remarkable example. It was under Deng Xiaoping’s reforms, beginning in 1978, that China embraced education, innovation and global engagement. These reforms created opportunities for the Chinese diaspora to contribute significantly to the country’s extraordinary economic transformation. In 1980, China had more people living in poverty than Africa. Today, China has reduced extreme poverty dramatically, while Africa continues to struggle with the challenge.

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This afternoon, I had the honour of hosting His Excellency Ambassador Gautier Mignot, Head of the European Union Delegation to Nigeria @EUinNigeria, at my residence in Abuja. We engaged in productive discussions on issues of mutual interest between Nigeria and the EU, with particular emphasis on the upcoming general elections. I expressed my appreciation for the Ambassador’s visit and for the European Union’s ongoing commitment to supporting free, fair, peaceful, and credible elections, as well as efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s economy. -AA

atiku's tweet photo. This afternoon, I had the honour of hosting His Excellency Ambassador Gautier Mignot, Head of the European Union Delegation to Nigeria @EUinNigeria, at my residence in Abuja.

We engaged in productive discussions on issues of mutual interest between Nigeria and the EU, with particular emphasis on the upcoming general elections. I expressed my appreciation for the Ambassador’s visit and for the European Union’s ongoing commitment to supporting free, fair, peaceful, and credible elections, as well as efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s economy. -AA

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It was both an honour and a pleasure to host Astronaut Owolabi Salis, Nigeria's first astronaut. We engaged in fascinating discussions about how to advance Nigeria beyond the skies. -AA

atiku's tweet photo. It was both an honour and a pleasure to host Astronaut Owolabi Salis, Nigeria's first astronaut. We engaged in fascinating discussions about how to advance Nigeria beyond the skies. -AA https://t.co/qLwOPXwJ3g

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On behalf of my family, I extend my warmest congratulations to my younger brother and compatriot, Rt. Hon. Zakari Mohammed, the ADC Governorship Candidate for Kwara State, as he marks his 56th birthday. Today, we celebrate a distinguished patriot whose life has been defined by service, courage, competence, and an unwavering commitment to the progress of Kwara State and Nigeria. Your record as a two-term member of the House of Representatives, where you also served with distinction as the Spokesman of the 7th Assembly, reflects your deep understanding of democratic governance and legislative excellence. Your impactful service as Commissioner for Sports and Youth Development, Commissioner for Energy, Special Assistant on Sports, and Sole Administrator of Kwara United Football Club further demonstrates your capacity to deliver results wherever duty calls. Beyond politics, you have built an admirable career as a broadcaster, journalist, criminologist, and defence and security expert. Your attainment of a PhD in Defence and Strategic Studies from the Nigerian Defence Academy is a testament to your dedication to knowledge, leadership, and national development. As you continue your journey of service, I pray that Almighty Allah grants you sound health, greater wisdom, renewed strength, and many more years of impactful leadership. May He guide your steps and bless your aspiration to lead Kwara State into a new era of justice, prosperity, security, and inclusive development. I have no doubt that your experience, integrity, and passion for the welfare of the people will continue to inspire hope and confidence among Kwarans and Nigerians. -AA

atiku's tweet photo. On behalf of my family, I extend my warmest congratulations to my younger brother and compatriot, Rt. Hon. Zakari Mohammed, the ADC Governorship Candidate for Kwara State, as he marks his 56th birthday.

Today, we celebrate a distinguished patriot whose life has been defined by service, courage, competence, and an unwavering commitment to the progress of Kwara State and Nigeria.

Your record as a two-term member of the House of Representatives, where you also served with distinction as the Spokesman of the 7th Assembly, reflects your deep understanding of democratic governance and legislative excellence.

Your impactful service as Commissioner for Sports and Youth Development, Commissioner for Energy, Special Assistant on Sports, and Sole Administrator of Kwara United Football Club further demonstrates your capacity to deliver results wherever duty calls.

Beyond politics, you have built an admirable career as a broadcaster, journalist, criminologist, and defence and security expert. Your attainment of a PhD in Defence and Strategic Studies from the Nigerian Defence Academy is a testament to your dedication to knowledge, leadership, and national development.

As you continue your journey of service, I pray that Almighty Allah grants you sound health, greater wisdom, renewed strength, and many more years of impactful leadership. May He guide your steps and bless your aspiration to lead Kwara State into a new era of justice, prosperity, security, and inclusive development.
I have no doubt that your experience, integrity, and passion for the welfare of the people will continue to inspire hope and confidence among Kwarans and Nigerians. -AA

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Happy 67th Birthday to my dear sister and ally, Lauretta Onochie, @Laurestar. Your unwavering dedication, resilience, and commitment to the progress of our great party and our nation continues to inspire countless Nigerians. As you celebrate this special milestone, I pray that Almighty God grants you abundant joy, excellent health, renewed strength, and many more years of impactful service. -AA

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Happy Birthday, Senator Liyel Imoke. Over the years, you have distinguished yourself through principled leadership, wisdom, and an unwavering commitment to the progress of our nation. Your service to Cross River State and Nigeria continues to inspire many. On this special day, I pray that Almighty God grants you many more years in good health, strength, and fulfillment as you continue to make invaluable contributions to our country’s democratic journey. -AA

atiku's tweet photo. Happy Birthday, Senator Liyel Imoke.

Over the years, you have distinguished yourself through principled leadership, wisdom, and an unwavering commitment to the progress of our nation. Your service to Cross River State and Nigeria continues to inspire many.

On this special day, I pray that Almighty God grants you many more years in good health, strength, and fulfillment as you continue to make invaluable contributions to our country’s democratic journey. -AA

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KENNETH OKONKWO APPOINTED THE SPOKESPERSON FOR HIS EXCELLENCY ATIKU ABUBAKAR I give God all the glory to be appointed by His Excellency Atiku Abubakar as his Spokesperson. I thank HE AA for the immense confidence reposed in me. This appointment speaks volume of the democratic credentials of HE AA. Rather than pick offence against any of his associates for expressing genuine reservations of any action taken, HE AA always opts for dialogue and compromise that will engender solution to problems. At a dialogue with HE AA and other well meaning members of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), the interests of the South-East have been discussed and guaranteed within the existing challenges posed by the Electoral Act, 2026, and the realities on the ground. I extend special thanks to my brother and friend, Dr Kashim Imam CFR, for his kind and special intervention and counsel which revealed a special place for all Nigerians irrespective of place of origin, ethnicity, religion, sex, age, or cultural affiliations in the emerging political scenario. My gratitude extends to Mr Ralphs Nwosu, former National Chairman of ADC, for his continuous sacrifice which has assisted in consolidating the ADC to face the numerous challenges put in its way since the formation of the coalition. My regards to Dr Ekene Onwuka, SSA to HE AA on Special Duties, for his efforts towards raising a formidable team to ensure the election of HE AA come 2027. My sincere gratitude to my family, fans, and friends for their support and prayers which God answered in covering my errors and colouring my efforts to pave way for this appointment. I still covet your prayers for wisdom, courage, provision, and protection needed to carry out this challenging post which will usher in a glorious and great Nigeria. Long live the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Kenneth Okonkwo Spokesperson for HE AA.

realkenokonkwo's tweet photo. KENNETH OKONKWO APPOINTED THE SPOKESPERSON FOR HIS EXCELLENCY ATIKU ABUBAKAR

I give God all the glory to be appointed by His Excellency Atiku Abubakar as his Spokesperson. I thank HE AA for the immense confidence reposed in me.

This appointment speaks volume of the democratic credentials of HE AA. Rather than pick offence against any of his associates for expressing genuine reservations of any action taken, HE AA always opts for dialogue and compromise that will engender solution to problems.

At a dialogue with HE AA and other well meaning members of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), the interests of the South-East have been discussed and guaranteed within the existing challenges posed by the Electoral Act, 2026, and the realities on the ground.

I extend special thanks to my brother and friend, Dr Kashim Imam CFR, for his kind and special intervention and counsel which revealed a special place for all Nigerians irrespective of place of origin, ethnicity, religion, sex, age, or cultural affiliations in the emerging political scenario.

My gratitude extends to Mr Ralphs Nwosu, former National Chairman of ADC, for his continuous sacrifice which has assisted in consolidating the ADC to face the numerous challenges put in its way since the formation of the coalition.

My regards to Dr Ekene Onwuka, SSA to HE AA on Special Duties, for his efforts towards raising a formidable team to ensure the election of HE AA come 2027.

My sincere gratitude to my family, fans, and friends for their support and prayers which God answered in covering my errors and colouring my efforts to pave way for this appointment. I still covet your prayers for wisdom, courage, provision, and protection needed to carry out this challenging post which will usher in a glorious and great Nigeria.

Long live the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

Kenneth Okonkwo
Spokesperson for HE AA.

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Big Joe was a popular Nigerian businessman in Witbank, Mpumalanga Province, South Africa. He was fatally shot at close range and killed by unidentified gunmen outside his shop in South Africa amid rising xenophobic tensions. Expectedly, the tragic attack sent shockwaves through the Nigerian diaspora because it occurred amid heightened security concerns following anti-immigrant ultimatums that were set to take effect on June 30. After the independence, Nelson Mandela became the first Black President of South Africa. Unfortunately, the successive Black Presidents failed and neglected to improve on the economy of South Africa and the impoverishment of their people. They couldn’t address the lingering economic inequality between the Whites and the Blacks, thereby widening the gap. Agitation against their maladministration gradually started gaining momentum. The dominant African National Congress (ANC), the political party with which the black majority came into power, gradually started losing political relevance after the death of Nelson Mandela. The two next Presidents after Mandela, Thomas Mbeki, and Jacob Zuma were removed for breaching one or the other of the rules and regulations of their party or country. Indeed, Zuma was brought down for corruption related matters. Rather than solve their societal problems, in order not to lose political relevance, they started creating the impression that it was the poor foreign Black Africans who are usurping the jobs, businesses, and opportunities which ought to have been reserved for indigenous Black South Africans. With the rise of Nigerians in wealth and influence in South Africa, came jealousy and envy. With the failure of the South African Black government to redress the economic inequality of their Black citizens, they turned against the ordinary Black folks in South Africa as scapegoats. The argument, therefore, is, assuming, without conceding, that they are illegal immigrants, how did they enter South Africa? Is it the duty of the outlaws and non-state actors to deal with them? Isn’t it the duty of the security agencies to deal with the situation? Is murder, through jungle justice, the punishment for being an illegal immigrant? Was Big Joe an illegal immigrant? The answers to these questions expose the fact that the incompetent government of South Africa is complicit and complacent in the avoidable travails of Black Africans in South Africa. The solution is simple. Nigeria must deploy its arsenals to evacuate Nigerians who are in harm’s way from South Africa. It is acceptable in international law for countries to retaliate promptly and commensurately to any attack on their citizens and interests. Nigeria has to adopt a retaliatory measure against South Africa that will deter South Africa from future unacceptable behaviour. The South African government should take this as a wake up call to embark on policies that will redress the social and economic inequalities in their country and empower their Black South African citizens with education and the infrastructures they need to become successful. Nigerians must learn to live in South Africa legally and avoid engaging in crimes that will embarrass the country and bring the name of Nigeria to shame. The entire Black Africans must learn to live like brothers. If we are discriminated against by the other races, we must do well not to discriminate against each other. Read today's Sunday Sun back page column "Global Square" by Mr Kenneth Okonkwo. Happy Sunday, and God bless. Xenophobia and South Africa underdevelopment https://t.co/6VK2w9B6Kn

realkenokonkwo's tweet photo. Big Joe was a popular Nigerian businessman in Witbank, Mpumalanga Province, South Africa. He was fatally shot at close range and killed by unidentified gunmen outside his shop in South Africa amid rising xenophobic tensions. Expectedly, the tragic attack sent shockwaves through the Nigerian diaspora because it occurred amid heightened security concerns following anti-immigrant ultimatums that were set to take effect on June 30.

After the independence, Nelson Mandela became the first Black President of South Africa. Unfortunately, the successive Black Presidents failed and neglected to improve on the economy of South Africa and the impoverishment of their people. They couldn’t address the lingering economic inequality between the Whites and the Blacks, thereby widening the gap. Agitation against their maladministration gradually started gaining momentum. The dominant African National Congress (ANC), the political party with which the black majority came into power, gradually started losing political relevance after the death of Nelson Mandela. The two next Presidents after Mandela, Thomas Mbeki, and Jacob Zuma were removed for breaching one or the other of the rules and regulations of their party or country. Indeed, Zuma was brought down for corruption related matters.

Rather than solve their societal problems, in order not to lose political relevance, they started creating the impression that it was the poor foreign Black Africans who are usurping the jobs, businesses, and opportunities which ought to have been reserved for indigenous Black South Africans.

With the rise of Nigerians in wealth and influence in South Africa, came jealousy and envy. With the failure of the South African Black government to redress the economic inequality of their Black citizens, they turned against the ordinary Black folks in South Africa as scapegoats. The argument, therefore, is, assuming, without conceding, that they are illegal immigrants, how did they enter South Africa? Is it the duty of the outlaws and non-state actors to deal with them? Isn’t it the duty of the security agencies to deal with the situation? Is murder, through jungle justice, the punishment for being an illegal immigrant? Was Big Joe an illegal immigrant? The answers to these questions expose the fact that the incompetent government of South Africa is complicit and complacent in the avoidable travails of Black Africans in South Africa.

The solution is simple. Nigeria must deploy its arsenals to evacuate Nigerians who are in harm’s way from South Africa. It is acceptable in international law for countries to retaliate promptly and commensurately to any attack on their citizens and interests. Nigeria has to adopt a retaliatory measure against South Africa that will deter South Africa from future unacceptable behaviour. The South African government should take this as a wake up call to embark on policies that will redress the social and economic inequalities in their country and empower their Black South African citizens with education and the infrastructures they need to become successful. Nigerians must learn to live in South Africa legally and avoid engaging in crimes that will embarrass the country and bring the name of Nigeria to shame. The entire Black Africans must learn to live like brothers. If we are discriminated against by the other races, we must do well not to discriminate against each other.

Read today's Sunday Sun back page column "Global Square" by Mr Kenneth Okonkwo. Happy Sunday, and God bless.

Xenophobia and South Africa underdevelopment https://t.co/6VK2w9B6Kn

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