Adeola Adegbite

A Firm, Expressive, Unapologetic & Ardent Believer in Objectivity & Truth. I abhor asininity, for God and the country.

[Adeola Adegbite @OLLYGENT]

@FanElonMuskrut HOPE

[Adeola Adegbite @OLLYGENT]

@GbengaOresegun, let me say welldone for the work u're doing on @tvcnewsng JH. I can understand dt ur journalistic profession may ignore or lack respect for older colleagues when on set, however, pls learn to respect ur invited guests, especially older ones, with 'sir', 'ma'.👌

[Adeola Adegbite @OLLYGENT]

@channelstv Wike will never accept any wrong doing. He's always the judge in matters concerning him!

[Adeola Adegbite @OLLYGENT]

@channelstv Only a dead man would believe Wike! Why must he take Fubara as governor-elect to Julius Berger in German. Is that what other out-going governors do?

[Bola Ahmed Tinubu @officialABAT]

My Dearest Oluremi,

On this beautiful day, as we celebrate your 64th birthday, my heart is full of gratitude and love for the incredible woman you are. Since we began this journey together, you have been my rock, confidante, greatest supporter, and the love of my life. Every step of the way, you have shown unwavering strength, grace, and love to me, our family, and our beloved nation, Nigeria.

You are the heart of our home, the light guiding me through the most challenging days, and the embodiment of kindness and wisdom. Your compassion, generosity, and dedication inspire millions of Nigerians and me, especially our young women, who look up to you as their First Lady.

On your special day, I want to take a moment to tell you how truly blessed I feel to walk this path beside you. Your love sustains me, wisdom guides me, and strength lifts me. I could not ask for a better partner to share the triumphs and trials of life.

As you turn 64, I wish you nothing but boundless joy, peace, and happiness. May this year unfold with blessings, laughter, and cherished moments you so richly deserve. I look forward to all the moments we will create together in the years to come.

With all my love and appreciation, now and always,

Yours Bola

[Reno Omokri @renoomokri]

Dear Citizens of South Africa,

Thank you for briefly lending me your ears. What many of you, our South African brothers and sisters, who are today railing about Nigerian immigrants, fail to appreciate is that your first elected President, Nelson Mandela, was once an immigrant and political asylee in Nigeria, where he lived in the home of Nigeria's first Aviation Minister, Chief Mbazulike Amaechi in Lagos in the early sixties.

Additionally, your second elected President, Thabo Mbeki, was also a political asylee living in Nigeria, whom the Olusegun Obasanjo military government of Nigeria financially supported between 1976 and 1978. Please fact-check me.

Nigeria was under considerable pressure from Western governments not to accommodate and support the African National Congress, but we did, and paid a price for it. A very steep price.

And between 1960 and 1999, more than two thousand South Africans schooled in Nigeria, on scholarship from the Nigerian government. I met some of them and have photographic and documentary evidence.

We understand that a few undesirable elements amongst us have brought the name of Nigeria into disrepute, and we are doing our best to address this in conjunction with the South African authorities.

These things are not as easy as you may think, because they involve ethnicity, and Nigeria's authorities have to be sensitive lest some sections of our society see actions to curtail these activities as anti their ethnic group.

Having said that, please appreciate that our shared history goes beyond English as a common language. We were there for your leaders in terms of asylum, finances, and diplomatic support when many countries of the world, including the United States, United Kingdom and Canada, were not for you.

Not in rhetoric. We put money, arms, and safe houses at their disposal. We did other things that are not prudent to mention in a public forum, such as this.

A former Nigerian Head of State, General Olusegun Obasanjo, was the Chairman of the Commonwealth Eminent Persons Group, which negotiated the freedom of Nelson Mandela with the Apartheid government, beginning in 1986, and culminating in the release of Mr. Mandela on February 11, 1990. And Mr. Mandela paid a thank you visit to Nigeria on May 14th, 1990, aboard the Nigerian Presidential jet (see attached photograph)

One Nigerian businessman alone, Chief MKO Abiola, committed more than £500,000 of his personal funds to the anti-apartheid struggle in the seventies and eighties.

The claim that Nigeria spent $61 billion to secure your freedom is false. We spent a lot. But not that much.

Please bear with us. This current antagonism and hostility towards Nigerians is perhaps borne out of a lack of awareness and understanding of how far we have come together as a people.

We only know yesterday and today. Not tomorrow. Therefore, let us be measured in our rhetoric and actions, seeing as we are brothers and sisters borne from the womb of Mother Africa.

Reno Omokri

Gospeller. Deep Thinker. #TableShaker. Ruffler of the Feathers of Obidents. #1 Bestselling author of Facts Versus Fiction: The True Story of the Jonathan Years. Hodophile. Hollywood Magazine Humanitarian of the Year, 2019. Business Insider Influencer of the Year 2022.

[Dr Charles Omole @DrCOmole]

ON THE PLANNED NATIONWIDE PROTEST
I think the government is giving these August 1st-10th protesters too much airtime. Many choose to emphasise the rights of Nigerians to protest peacefully (which is true) but fail to equally emphasise the rights of all Nigerians to go about their daily tasks peacefully.

Therefore, if the protesters peacefully conduct themselves, carrying placards and gathering in ways that do not obstruct public roads or prevent others from their duties, they should be fully protected by the law and must not be harassed or hindered.

It's crucial to understand that blocking roads or harassing the public in the name of protests is unacceptable. Vandalising public properties is not just unlawful, it can lead to serious legal consequences. The rights of the protesters do not supersede the rights of other Nigerians, and it's important to respect this balance.

In the UK, some climate change protesters have recently been sentenced to up to 5 years in jail for blocking the M25 Motorway during their protests. The road blockage caused immense economic disruption. And the court emphasised on the need to protest in ways that do not infringe on the rights of others. I am yet to see anyone calling the UK government anti-free speech.

So, let me be clear: The government should plan its scenarios and be ready to intervene if needed. However, they should allow the protesters to demonstrate their good faith through peaceful protests while being given protection by the law. Anyone who decides to go beyond the peaceful protests should be made to face the full brunt of the law. We all have rights. And your right to protest is not stronger than my right to go about my daily tasks in peace.

Globally, protests tend to be peaceful when organised by recognised groups with known leaders who take responsibility for their peaceful focus. However, whenever protests are called by faceless groups with no known leaders, there is a greater chance of violence as nobody takes responsibility for the conduct of the protest. This reality should inform the government's planning, and security agencies must be on standby to step in if necessary. A leaderless protest can easily become a descent into lawlessness.

August 1st will come and go. We will all still be here. Heaven will not fall. What will really be helpful is the protesters' publication of a Position Paper on what policies they will pursue differently to grow the economy and how. I am not talking about glib generalties like "end bad Government"....which doesn't really mean anything. What are the specific alternative viable policy options they are recommending? Only then will they be taken seriously and stand a chance of influencing government actions.

As we discuss the planned protest, it's important to remember the value of respectful dialogue. Abusive responses only serve to detract from the real issues at hand and hinder our ability to find meaningful solutions. I expect to see many emotional responses questioning my motives and all manner of name-calling. This has become the normal response of the mob who are not interested in nuances or critical engagements.

[Adeola Adegbite @OLLYGENT]

#LocalGovtAutonomy
LET IT BE DEBATED! .... THE CONSTITUTION WILL RESET THE SUPREME COURT DECISIONS ON LOCAL GOVT AUTONOMY. TRUE OR FALSE? @tvcnewsng @channelstv @AIT_Online @ARISEtv @NTANewsNow @Senator_Akpabio @officialABAT @officialAPCNg @OfficialPDPNig

[Adeola Adegbite @OLLYGENT]

SUPREME/C RULING on L/Govt. Is it..
1. A blessing or a curse?
2. An expansion or legalization of corruption?
3. An opportunity to amend the constitution?
4. A real developmental effort or sharing of N/cake?
5. A conflict for Federating units?
6. To satisfy or fight certain qrts?

[Adeola Adegbite @OLLYGENT]

#yourviewtvc @tvcnewsng Even on your set there you have a leadership but how are you conducting yourself to allow the leadership make an impact. When she directs, will you follow?. It begins and ends with you!

[Adeola Adegbite @OLLYGENT]

@taadelodun Good posting waiting for action by Nig govt @taadelodun @bosuntijani @OfficialAPCNg @NGRPresident @RemiTinubu @nnpclimited @EdunWale @cbnNigeria @YemiCardoso @KashimSM @NGRSenate @Senator_Akpabio @officialABAT

[Adeola Adegbite @OLLYGENT]

If she does...

[Adeola Adegbite @OLLYGENT]

#yourviewtvc Welldone ladies. Even if i don't expand the discussion, pls consider the following : 1, can anyone do such review on a national tv? 2, what if the lady is sponsored by a competitor 3, Do u know the power of damage? 4, Do u know she if does review 4 money? @tvcnewsng

[Reno Omokri @renoomokri]

How does shutting down the National Grid and putting Nigerians in darkness help the economy or workers? Aso Rock has generators. So does the National Assembly. Even Joe Ajaero has generators and is enjoying air conditioning. It is you that heat is finishing in your house. Meanwhile, factories cannot produce, and the economy is contracting.

What you may not understand is that Federal civil servants are less than 0.3% of the population. If the NLC insists on an unreasonable ₦494,000 a month minimum wage, all that the FG will do is go on a massive sacking spree.

The people who will suffer are the private sector, who employ more than 65% of Nigeria's workers. Obviously, they will not be able to pay ₦494,000 a month and run their businesses profitably. So, they will increase prices for those not working and sack their workers, increasing unemployment.

The NLC under Joe Ajaero knows that. They do not care. As long as they can sabotage the government and our economy to make Peter Obi look good, they will do it. It is all about 2027. It is not about you!

#TableShaker

[Adeola Adegbite @OLLYGENT]

@tvcnewsng #JH In respect of case of double party membership against Gov of Ebonyi State , pls compare Atiku as VP under PDP and contesting for President under Action Congress of Nigeria, ACN. Pls Revisit. @ayoozugbakun1 @BabajideOtitoju @mj777Jamiu @OfficialAPCNg @OfficialPDPNig

[Adeola Adegbite @OLLYGENT]

ACCEPTING WITH GOD IS THE BEST WAY TO ACCEPT WITH YOUR DESTINY!

END OF THE ROAD FOR 2023 PRESIDENTIAL LITIGATIONS!

JAGABAN @officialABAT is the President @channelstv @tvcnewsng @ARISEtv @AIT_Online @NTANewsNow

ANALYSIS TO DISPARAGE JSCs WILL BE VIEWED WITH CONTEMPT OF THE LAW!

[Lauretta Onochie @Laurestar]

💥BREAKING AGAIN.💥
"PETER OBI’S CASE had been comprehensively dealt with by us before. Consequently, we cannot go through it again. It is devoid of merit. Appeal DISMISSED."
-All the Justices of the Supreme Court of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

#LawyersMustChop
#LoyasMusWak

[Adeola Adegbite @OLLYGENT]

What @atiku & @PeterObi now need is some1 to tap them dt it's daybreak already. They've been sleeping and thinking that @officialABAT Tinubu’s presidency is just in their dreams. IT IS A REALITY! TINUBU IS THE PRESIDENT FRNG

Any insecurity going forward will be attributed to....

[Viva XY @VivaDido]

Now you guys would not like this...

Do you see the FBI files or whatever files concerning Tinubu's privacy, you won't get them if indeed such files exist .

Remember when we were arguing about CSU, I insisted that the public has a right to know and I cited FERPA, 1974 and also our own FOI bill, 2019 but you see this FBI case, o ti lo.

@UmarSanithecat would not like my posts at all.

There are certain records that fall under the Exemptions and Exclusion area in the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and what David and Jackson are looking for won't be given to them.

There are nine (9) exemptions and three (3) Exclusions under the FOIA, under which agencies can use to hold specific categories of information from being disclosed. Exemption (b)(3) protects information that is prohibited by a statute other than the FOIA.

A key point to understand of this exemption (b)(3) is:

Limitation on Disclosure: When information is protected by a separate statute, Exemption (b)(3) allows the agency to withhold that information from disclosure under FOIA. The agency can cite the specific statute as the basis.

Let's look into Exemption (b)(7)

Exemption (b)(7) pertains to records or information compiled for law enforcement purposes, but only to the extent that the production of such law enforcement records or information:

(A) Could reasonably be expected to interfere with enforcement proceedings;

(B) Would deprive a person of a right to a fair trial or an impartial adjudication;

(C) Could reasonably be expected to constitute an unwarranted invasion of personal privacy;

...to (F)

Examples of exemption 7 records are investigative files; pending criminal, civil, or administrative actions; background security investigations; affidavits; audit reports where an investigation is involved; names of special agents, informants, witnesses, and interviewees; information that would identify a confidential source; sections of the IG Manual that detail sensitive interviewing, surveillance, and investigation techniques.

Just yesterday in Donald Trump's Georgia's election interference case, two of his allies (attorneys who hold dual citizenship), Kenneth Chesebro and Sidney Powell, pleaded guilty to related crimes and agreed to testify against other defendants. They had been charged with playing separate roles in an alleged multi-pronged conspiracy to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election. Whatever is the outcome of the case, their records would NOT be released by any security agency in the US to anyone who requests for them because they're not considered public information. This is to protect the investigation process and to safeguard the privacy of the individuals involved including the victims and suspects.

My own is to give you what would dash your hopes.

Please help retweet so David and Jackson see this😂

@Jomeiza

[Viva XY @VivaDido]

Now I understand what has been playing out in this CSU issue case. While I have made my positions known about this CSU case, I have also followed up contrary opinions in support of Tinubu and I try to reason along and connect the dots. I choose never to be closed-minded.

That I chose a position yesterday does not mean I can not change it when superior argument arises.

I previously wrote about the integrity, credibility and consistency of Educational certificates from the side of how we as Nigerians were groomed. Nigeria, like many other former British colonies, has historically followed British standards more closely than American standards due to its historical ties with the United Kingdom. The British Standard is stricter than the American standard and from my observation of what is playing out in the Chicago State University certificates based on the court deposition by the Registrar, it is evident that their Certificates do not maintain any standard nor really consider the integrity or the credibility values that ought to characterize certificates.

According to the CSU Registrar, Caleb Westberg, the Chicago State University (CSU), does not typically keep diplomas. He also said that when there is a replacement diploma, “it is done by outside vendors”.

The British and American standards are different and owing to the fact that Nigeria was colonized by the British, we inherited many aspects of their culture, including the legal and educational systems, governance structures, and language.

It is this mindset we have been using to judge Tinubu on this certificate issue. I had also used the strict mindset to analyze this case before but on reading the deposition made by the school registrar, I now understand better.

Education in Nigeria has been influenced by the British system. The Nigerian educational system was modeled after the British system, and many Nigerian universities still follow the British higher education curriculum. English is the official language of Nigeria, and it is widely spoken and used in education, business, and government.

We think and reason like the British and as such think all countries operate like the British. I will admit that this is lack of exposure on our part. I take no exception.

The Registrar of CSU has admitted and confirmed that they do not really give any strict policy over their replacement certificates and such can be gotten from recognized vendors, an approach Tinubu used and the Registrar did not fault it as it seems to be a normal thing for them in the United States.

Now, it is established that Tinubu did not pick up a copy of his CSU replacement certificate directly from CSU but used one of the vendors. Based on the deposition by the Registrar, the act was in order and it is allowed as long as he truly attended and graduated from their institution.

The Registrar, Caleb admitted that Atiku's Lawyer, Enahoro picked up the copy of Tinubu's certificate with them while Tinubu picked his probably from one of the vendors.

The Registrar admitted that the Tinubu who attended and graduated with honors from their school was a male, and now the President of Nigeria. He was confident because Tinubu wasn't a commonly used name in the US and as such very easy to identify.

He said whatever discrepancy there was in the copy with Atiku would have been a mistake and anyone can make a typographical error.

Now, while everyone saw the Female gender recorded for Tinubu in the South West College record, the Social Security Number (SSN) which is a Unique identifier entered on that same document matched with the SSN on Tinubu's CSU certificate and it belongs to Bola Ahmed Tinubu, a male.

I am very conversant with Unique numbers as I have worked as a codifier. I've dealt with manufacturers Part numbering and modelling system and their codes are unique. I have written database programs and automatically generated ID numbers which are unique and used as the Primary Keys. For the SSN to be consistent and match the same Tinubu, I can clearly tell you anytime any day that the Female gender recorded for Tinubu in the South West College records was a typographical error.

In your company, no two employees would have the same ID number.

In the United States of America, no two (2) citizens have the same SSN. Duplicate or shared SSNs would cause significant administrative issues and lead to identity confusion. Therefore, the Social Security Administration takes measures to ensure that each SSN is unique to a single individual

For the age discrepancy, the Registrar admitted that it must have been made in error, and he insisted that it was the same Tinubu who attended the South West College that also attended the CSU and that the courses taken by Tinubu at South West College were what he also took at CSU. He admitted that South West College was a feeder for CSU. Is it not age reduction that's so common amongst us? Why was Tinubu's age in the form he submitted in INEC form higher than what was in his CSU records? It's simple to realize that he might have made a mistake in one of them.

I am now more clarified on this issue. Yesterday I wrote that CSU should apologize to us but on reading the deposition, I now realized CSU doesn't owe us an apology, I and many others did not look beyond our standards, we just assumed every country follow the British strict standard of doing things.

Based on my understanding of the whole issue now, I apologize to those who were ahead of me. But you should also commend me for not being closed minded. *smiles*

Let's agree to disagree, then disagree to agree.

What I noticed is one of our major problems on social media is that we are clustered in different groups and as we get affiliated to this group, we find it very difficult to reason or think independently. We enclose ourselves in an echo chamber and shut out any contrary views otherwise if we decide to pave way to reason, our group members would drag us to filth.

Be an independent thinker, do not let anybody think for you. Think for yourselves. It is time everyone comes out from their echo chamber and contribute to issues based on sound and logical reasoning, not based on what any influencer says.

If I had belonged to any camp, honestly I wouldn't have been able to express my independent view and I wouldn't have been able discover lot of truths because my group members wouldn't give me the freedom to think rationally.

I would appreciate if this post is retweeted so many others who have read my previous views concerning this CSU issue also see this position based on a recent finding.

One of the basic principles of Science is that whenever a superior argument is presented, you must be willing to change your position. You are not a wood.

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