Prevent
from having attention or power: to
take or keep somebody or something away from the centre of attention,
influence, or power, to relegate to an unimportant position within a
society or group.
Relating this to the
context in which it is used by the Igbo to describe their plight, I find it
very touching, to say the least. Looking at the history of leadership in
the country, our brothers have been truly marginalised unjustly. I salute
their courage and persistence to continually ask for their long over-due
rights, and this should not be seen as seeking favour, because their
positive contributions to the growth and development of this great Nation
since independence far outweighs the reason for which they are being denied
a shot at the presidency, for the sake of justice, equity and common sense,
our brothers should be given 2015.
Having said that, I will say
to my igbo brothers, ‘ pause for a moment, look inward and recount, take
stock, and remember your history and journey to this very day. In my candid
opinion, I think you have fared very well in spite of all odds and storms’.
There is a deep admiration of your achievements in the hearts of many
Nigerian but we conceal and
sometimes talk about in negative light as though we don’t care, but let me
tell you today, we secretly desire
your kind of spirit, perseverance, strength, optimism, business acumen and
drive. Forget our pretence; some people are just not comfortable with the fact that you guys are smart, sharp
and quick. You are the men! If you don’t belief me, go on strike for one week and see if you
will not humble the entire nation.
to my igbo brothers, ‘ pause for a moment, look inward and recount, take
stock, and remember your history and journey to this very day. In my candid
opinion, I think you have fared very well in spite of all odds and storms’
Giving you 2015, just and
right as it may be, truly will not solve the problem of marginalisation, as
it is being experienced by the common man. The root of our dilemma in this
country is bad leadership, what exactly do you think putting an Igbo man or
woman in Aso Rock will bring you apart from the relief that your zone has
also ruled, how do you think it will impact and better the lot of an average
Ndi Igbo? Going by history and trend in this nation, all the zones that ruled,
what became of their people? What improvement did it bring to the masses?
The Northerners who somehow
for whatever reason believe that it is their birthright to rule, how has their
long years of leadership helped the average Hausa or Fulani? Don’t you see
them everywhere; they are the fetchers of water and hewers of wood, in and
outside of their states.The westerners are not different,what most people
have are through personal efforts.WE ARE ALL MARGINALISED!
What is of greater importance is how to collectively change this Nation,
correct the wrongs, spew out the viper and vampire leaders, shake all the
beasts into the fire, construct and constitute a better, vibrant, transparent,
people-focused leadership structure that will serve us and coming generations.
That is the common goal and vision we must all as a people aspire to achieve, it is a noble mission
for which posterity and entire humanity will give a standing ovation long
after we have passed on.
Lets revive and realise the
dreams of our founding fathers, lets put joy in the hearts of our past
heroes and laughter in the mouths of unborn generations.
LETS MAKE HISTORY, BECOME LEGENDS!.
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