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How Nigerian Politicians Loot Recklessly 'In God's Name'

How Nigerian Politicians Loot Recklessly ‘In God’s Name’

December 4, 2023 4:03 am

In Nigeria, a troubling trend has emerged among some political figures who exploit religious sentiments to mask corrupt practices. This article delves into how these politicians use the cloak of piety to justify or obscure their actions, often looting state resources while proclaiming their faith in God. This phenomenon reflects a complex interplay of religion, politics, and corruption in a country struggling with governance challenges.

The intricate interplay of religion and politics in Nigeria provides a fertile ground for this form of corruption. In a country where religious identity often intersects with political allegiance, some politicians have found a …

Top Roguish Nigerian Politicians Masquerading As Saints

Top Roguish Nigerian Politicians Masquerading As Saints

December 19, 2022 4:30 am

Nigerian politicians are the perfect definition of wolves in sheep’s clothing. Despite being some of the filthiest, most corrupt humans on the planet, they never stop making efforts to pass themselves off as saints who should be emulated as role models by Nigerians and even other African leaders.

These are men who routinely steal public funds, flout court orders, resist court summons, and use their ill-gotten wealth to dribble their way back to power and influence. None of them is looking out for the country nor are they bothered about the damage they are doing to the present and future …

Top Roguish Nigerian Politicians Masquerading As Saints 2

Top Roguish Nigerian Politicians Masquerading As Saints 2

December 19, 2022 12:44 am

Only a few perceptive people throughout Nigeria have been able to understand the games of Nigerian politicians and understand that they are not really who they claim to be. Most politicians have concluded that the Nigerian public is gullible, hence, hoodwinking them seems like the easiest thing in the world to do.

The first way they do this is to sell a different story and image to the public, painting themselves as saints, meanwhile behind the camera, they are very terrible people.

A greater majority of Nigerian politicians are corrupt, untrustworthy, roguish, inept and pretentious, yet, they spend billions of …

Top 5 Wealthy Nigerians Looters Or Legitimate Money Bags

Top 5 Wealthy Nigerians: Looters Or Legitimate Money Bags?

December 5, 2022 3:27 am

Nigeria is a country where the more billionaires climb the wealth ladder, the more the number of poor people in the country geometrically increases. Each of the top five richest Nigerians has so far amassed more money than they will ever hope to spend in their entire lives and yet at least 5 million Nigerians will struggle to feed themselves every year, and most even die off due to malnutrition. The inequality is so extreme and no one seems to be talking about it. This ugly trend has exacerbated poverty, fermented social unrest, and has become a ticking time bomb. …

202 Why I Won’t Campaign For Any Politician – I Go Dye

2023: Why I Won’t Campaign For Any Politician – I Go Dye

July 18, 2022 3:08 am

Popular comedian, Francis Agoda, aka I go Dye, has revealed why he is not ready to stake his integrity by campaigning for any politician ahead of the 2023 general elections.

In an interview with Sunday Scoop which was monitored by Africa Daily News, New York on Sunday, he said, ‘I will not stake my integrity for any politician, even if I am offered N1bn, because some of them often abuse the trust given to them. What comfort have they given to the electorate? The major sacrifices made for them (by Nigerians) have not made life more meaningful for the people.…

Allow Peace To Reign, Oyetola Appeals To politicians

Polls: Allow Peace To Reign, Oyetola Appeals To Politicians

May 3, 2022 2:14 am

Osun State Governor, Gboyega Oyetola has appealed to politicians in the state to play according to the rules, as the campaign for the governorship election billed for July 16 takes shape.

Oyetola, who stated this while addressing journalists after observing the Eid-el-Fitr prayers at Osogbo Central Eid Praying Ground on Monday, also called on them to desist from anything that could threaten the peace of the state.

The governor asserted that politics should not be seen as a do-or-die, hence the need for loyalists and supporters of candidates and political parties to maintain decorum and guide their public conducts before, …

IG Promotes 16 Officers Killed In EndSARS Riots, 82,763 Others

IGP: Politicians Arming, Deploying Thugs For Edo, Ondo Polls

August 30, 2020 2:42 pm

The Inspector-General of Police, Mohammed Adamu, has raised the alarm over the ongoing arming and movement of thugs by politicians in preparation for the governorship elections in Edo and Ondo states.

The polls are scheduled to hold on September 19 and October 10, 2020, respectively.

The IG stated that the Election Security Threat Assessment Reports submitted by the Commissioners of Police from both states in a meeting held on August 25 also revealed the use of inciting statements during political campaigns.

Read Also: PDP Vs APC: Alarm Raised Over Tension, Violence In Edo

He said the report also identified a …

Amazon Hit From All Sides Amid Crisis

Amazon Hit From All Sides Amid Crisis

May 17, 2020 5:02 pm

As Amazon becomes an increasingly important lifeline in the pandemic crisis, it is being hit with a wave of criticism from activists, politicians and others who question the tech giant’s growing influence.

Amazon has become the most scrutinized company during the health emergency.

It has boosted its global workforce to nearly one million and dealt with protests over warehouse safety and reported deaths of several employees.

But Amazon has also pledged to spend at least $4 billion in the current quarter — its entire expected operating profit — on coronavirus mitigation efforts, including relief contributions and funding research.

Amazon’s AWS …

Ex-Governor Urge Politicians To Sheath Their Swords

January 26, 2020 1:14 pm
The former Governor of Cross River State, Senator Liyel Imoke has urged politicians and winners of Abi/Yakurr re-run election in Cross River to sheath their swords and give peace a chance.

Senator Imoke in a press statement issued by Mr Christian Ita, Chief Press Secretary to Governor Ben Ayade also urged citizens to condemn and abhoer denigration.

“We must condemn and abhor the denigration and abuse of leaders and the perpetuation of divisive tendencies. Abi/Yakurr and indeed Cross River State, can only grow if we give our representatives the requisite support.

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NANS Declares War On Politicians Sharing Foreign Rice

December 30, 2019 11:38 am

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) on Monday said it is ready to embark on foreign rice hunt, with a threat to deal with any politician in possession of the imported rice.

NANS said any foreign rice found in the coffers of politicians during this festive period shall be combatantly taken over and shared to both students and orphanage homes.

In a statement made available to DAILY POST by the association’s National Public Relations Officer, Azeez Adeyemi, NANS expressed surprise that some politicians have been sharing foreign rice to their supporters during this festive period.

The student body

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Six UK Female Politicians Quit Since Monday

Six UK Female Politicians Quit Since Monday

November 1, 2019 4:23 am

A growing number of female British lawmakers have quit ahead of the UK general election, with some citing vicious abuse and intimidation as reasons for stepping down.

In total, six female politicians have resigned since Monday because of the difficulties of being an MP, personal circumstances, or due to threats.
The exodus comes after a record number of women were elected to Parliament in the 2017 election.
Culture secretary and Conservative MP Nicky Morgan was the latest to resign on Wednesday evening, saying that the “the clear impact on my family and the other sacrifices involved in, and the abuse
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U.S imposes visa restrictions on Nigerian politicians

U.S imposes visa restrictions on Nigerian politicians

July 24, 2019 6:11 am

The United States Government Tuesday said it has imposed visa restrictions on some Nigerian politicians, which it said undermined Nigerian democracy.

It, however, did not name who the politicians were, their parties and specific offences.

“The Secretary of State is imposing visa restrictions on Nigerians believed to be responsible for, or complicit in, undermining democracy in Nigeria,” the US State Department spokesman Morgan Ortagus said in a statement on Tuesday.

“These individuals have operated with impunity at the expense of the Nigerian people and undermined democratic principles and human rights.”

Nigeria’s last general elections were one of the bloodiest Africa …

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