A very funny drama happened in Germany a few days ago. Many have spoken in favor and against the incident.
It was the former Senate President, Ike Ikweremadu that was embarrassed in Nuremberg, Germany. The Indigenous People of Biafra's (IPOB) leader had claimed responsibility for the unfortunate incident on behalf of IPOB. He even went ahead threatening all other Igbo political leaders with a similar or worse treatment whenever they go to the West. Femi Fani Kayode in a seemingly word of encouragement had defused the possible arrest and prosecution of the perpetrators of the dastard act saying that the German Police is not investigating the matter, hence, haven't made any arrest. This is in a response, perhaps, to the call made by the Nigerian Senate for the arrest and prosecution of the perpetrators.
Now, irrespective of what you think... whether you agree it was a justified action, a kind of little pay back for the insensitivity of those in power or you are with me in condemning the act as a barbaric and savagery attempt to get even with 'corrupt politicians',I will like to make the following submissions.
It Doesn't Change Anything
Yes, IPOB might have scored a point with the way they have treated the distinguished senator. But, I can assure you that it is not only a very WRONG point but a dirt CHEAP one at that! No, seriously, just because you attacked him at the venue of a ceremony that he was probably invited to attend, does not stop him from visiting again on personal ground. What I think won't happen again is that he attends any other function without well detailed personal security that would prevent a repeat of what happened in Nuremberg. This is why I think it's wrong and very cheap signal...it's a fore-warning to other Igbo political leaders never to attend a public function abroad without the availability of personal bodyguards!
It Creates A Very Tense Atmosphere
When Ikweremadu arrived at the function, he didn't bother about the security details because he was visiting a home outside his home...his Kiths and Kins had invited him to celebrate the New Yam festival with them, he trusted that everything would be put in place especially SECURITY! Even if he wouldn't to admit it in public, he's disappointed in the organizers of the occasion for the potential lynching he would have suffered in the hands of the IPOB thugs.
It Might Make The Leaders More Desperate To Cling To Power!
A possible dire consequence of what the IPOB thugs have done is to drive fear into the hearts of the political elite...the fear of being lynched after the expiration of their tenure in office. This might lead to an in increase in their desperate move to remain in the corridor of power for live thereby making it extremely difficult to employ new hands or young bloods to take charge of the affairs of the people. To add salt to sore, it is this same IPOB that would discourage thousands if not millions of eligible voters from voting during elections!What an Irony!
I wouldn't blame any Igbo Politician who would fight tooth and nail to remain in power and in relevance politically now as it has become a matter of life and death. No on won die na!
The Ballot is The Only Way If Truly You Want Them Out!
I'm sorry, but, sometimes, I cannot but question the loyalty and dedication of Namdi Kanu to the Biafra cause. I mean, this near lynching of Ikwremadu seem to have buttressed this fact. For God sake, Ikweremadu was among the few guys that secured Kanu's bail from DSS custody and have been made to face the consequences of the bail since Kanu jumped bail by fleeing to Israel or wherever he fled to. With a guy like Ikweremadu, one would think that Kanu had a better chance at legally realizing the Biafra dream. He could have used him and other political allies of his (Ekweremadu) to install pro Biafra politicians as the political leaders from the South East or...at least the majority of the Political posts from the East. But, now, he has blown it!
With the Numbers that IPOB claim to have in the South East, if it's anything to go by, they can easily take charge of the whole East...especially with the aid of well exposed and experienced politicians like Ike Ikweremadu, Okorocha, Orji Uzo Kalu among other political heavy weights of Igbo extractions. It simple and direct that I don't want to believe that he (Kanu) doesn't know about it all and the more reason why I so much question his sincerity about the Biafrian cause!
Some Say It's Karma!
While everyone is talking for or against the incident, there's a third that is less concerned. To them, it is the Law of Karma that have caught up with the Political elites. according to this third party, politicians from the East 'created' Kanu and Radio Biafra to manipulate the Nigerian political atmosphere in their favor...they have been using him and Radio Biafra to create and spread such evil and contagious propaganda like the 'Marginalization of the Igbos' which is still the subject matter for the IPOB members.
They continue telling the whole world that they are marginalized despite the fact that there's hardly a part of the country that doesn't play host to the Igbos and no one hinders their financial prosperity. The Igbos have established businesses in the nooks and crannies of the country just like every other citizens. The only hindrance they have being facing is the political hindrance which is a result of unpredictability of an average Igbo man. Groups like MASSOB and IPOB too poses a major hindrance to the Presidency of the Igbos. This (Presidency of the Igbos) is the only feat they haven't achieved and truth be told, the recent actions of the IPOB have worsen the case for them!
God Bless Nigeria!
It was the former Senate President, Ike Ikweremadu that was embarrassed in Nuremberg, Germany. The Indigenous People of Biafra's (IPOB) leader had claimed responsibility for the unfortunate incident on behalf of IPOB. He even went ahead threatening all other Igbo political leaders with a similar or worse treatment whenever they go to the West. Femi Fani Kayode in a seemingly word of encouragement had defused the possible arrest and prosecution of the perpetrators of the dastard act saying that the German Police is not investigating the matter, hence, haven't made any arrest. This is in a response, perhaps, to the call made by the Nigerian Senate for the arrest and prosecution of the perpetrators.
Now, irrespective of what you think... whether you agree it was a justified action, a kind of little pay back for the insensitivity of those in power or you are with me in condemning the act as a barbaric and savagery attempt to get even with 'corrupt politicians',I will like to make the following submissions.
It Doesn't Change Anything
Yes, IPOB might have scored a point with the way they have treated the distinguished senator. But, I can assure you that it is not only a very WRONG point but a dirt CHEAP one at that! No, seriously, just because you attacked him at the venue of a ceremony that he was probably invited to attend, does not stop him from visiting again on personal ground. What I think won't happen again is that he attends any other function without well detailed personal security that would prevent a repeat of what happened in Nuremberg. This is why I think it's wrong and very cheap signal...it's a fore-warning to other Igbo political leaders never to attend a public function abroad without the availability of personal bodyguards!
It Creates A Very Tense Atmosphere
When Ikweremadu arrived at the function, he didn't bother about the security details because he was visiting a home outside his home...his Kiths and Kins had invited him to celebrate the New Yam festival with them, he trusted that everything would be put in place especially SECURITY! Even if he wouldn't to admit it in public, he's disappointed in the organizers of the occasion for the potential lynching he would have suffered in the hands of the IPOB thugs.
The Message is well received by other Igbo political leaders who would find it extremely difficult to mix and mingle with their people for fear of their lives. The Atmosphere in no doubt very tense now...the political leaders are expected to be more defensive and less available to the public. They shall thinking of building a protective fortress around themselves and their families now. Things are going to be a little more difficult for the people at home...thanks to the actions of the IPOB leaders!
It Might Make The Leaders More Desperate To Cling To Power!
A possible dire consequence of what the IPOB thugs have done is to drive fear into the hearts of the political elite...the fear of being lynched after the expiration of their tenure in office. This might lead to an in increase in their desperate move to remain in the corridor of power for live thereby making it extremely difficult to employ new hands or young bloods to take charge of the affairs of the people. To add salt to sore, it is this same IPOB that would discourage thousands if not millions of eligible voters from voting during elections!What an Irony!
I wouldn't blame any Igbo Politician who would fight tooth and nail to remain in power and in relevance politically now as it has become a matter of life and death. No on won die na!
The Ballot is The Only Way If Truly You Want Them Out!
I'm sorry, but, sometimes, I cannot but question the loyalty and dedication of Namdi Kanu to the Biafra cause. I mean, this near lynching of Ikwremadu seem to have buttressed this fact. For God sake, Ikweremadu was among the few guys that secured Kanu's bail from DSS custody and have been made to face the consequences of the bail since Kanu jumped bail by fleeing to Israel or wherever he fled to. With a guy like Ikweremadu, one would think that Kanu had a better chance at legally realizing the Biafra dream. He could have used him and other political allies of his (Ekweremadu) to install pro Biafra politicians as the political leaders from the South East or...at least the majority of the Political posts from the East. But, now, he has blown it!
With the Numbers that IPOB claim to have in the South East, if it's anything to go by, they can easily take charge of the whole East...especially with the aid of well exposed and experienced politicians like Ike Ikweremadu, Okorocha, Orji Uzo Kalu among other political heavy weights of Igbo extractions. It simple and direct that I don't want to believe that he (Kanu) doesn't know about it all and the more reason why I so much question his sincerity about the Biafrian cause!
Some Say It's Karma!
While everyone is talking for or against the incident, there's a third that is less concerned. To them, it is the Law of Karma that have caught up with the Political elites. according to this third party, politicians from the East 'created' Kanu and Radio Biafra to manipulate the Nigerian political atmosphere in their favor...they have been using him and Radio Biafra to create and spread such evil and contagious propaganda like the 'Marginalization of the Igbos' which is still the subject matter for the IPOB members.
They continue telling the whole world that they are marginalized despite the fact that there's hardly a part of the country that doesn't play host to the Igbos and no one hinders their financial prosperity. The Igbos have established businesses in the nooks and crannies of the country just like every other citizens. The only hindrance they have being facing is the political hindrance which is a result of unpredictability of an average Igbo man. Groups like MASSOB and IPOB too poses a major hindrance to the Presidency of the Igbos. This (Presidency of the Igbos) is the only feat they haven't achieved and truth be told, the recent actions of the IPOB have worsen the case for them!
God Bless Nigeria!
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