Air Peace and Adams Oshiomole

 Adams Aliyu Oshiomhole, Edo North Senator, lied that he did not disrupt the operations of Air Peace at Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos. 

Where was the Airport Security in the first place?

Eye Witness account shows that a serving senator did physically disrupt airport operations. Tell me why the National Assembly is silent about it. Record showed that he arrived late even after online check-in. Digital check-in does not mean you arrive less than 45 minutes before take-off. 

We have had to group-pay for a charter after such a miscalculation. Every disappointment is blessing. Senator Adams was a bad governor, a bad NLC leader, and now an unruly Senator 

Truth be told, if it were to be Azman Air Services Limited owned by Abdulmunaf Yunusa Sarina, based in Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport, Kano, would Adams have acted like he did? 

Truth be told, Senator Adams has been outspoken in the Senate, but he would never disrupt a Virgin Atlantic Airline operation in Heathrow because he would be afraid of Sir Richard Branson and the British police. He would be jailed straight up with his thugs. 

When there are air travel disruptions, please, learn to be patient. Air travellers should be cautious. Due to weather, emergency take off to save time and avoid accident, Airlines could make certain decisions. Only five minutes could lead to a disaster. 

Many times some Airlines have been found to show bad customer service. We shouldn't discard that reality. However, acting like a tout would never solve all problems air travel faces. 

This same Oshiomhole was the one who spoke against the naming of Prof. Humphrey Nwosu after the INEC House. Now Bola Tinubu has named himself after the ICC and he kept mute. Like, how many International Investment or FDIs has PBAT attracted to Nigeria? 

Has PBAT done what the CEO of Air Peace has done for Nigerians in the international community. 

Why not name the ICC after Allen Onyema for internationalising Nigeria's aviation industry? 

Why not honor Air Peace boss for using Air Peace to evacuate over 500 Nigerians from South Africa at the height of the xenophobic attacks in 2019? 

Reporting on Allen Onyema's good international reputation, afritraveller.com noted, "In continuation of its legacy of nation-first humanitarianism, West and Central Africa’s largest carrier, Air Peace, on May 10, 2025, deployed a free-of-charge rescue flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, Nigeria, to Félix-Houphouët-Boigny International Airport, Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, to evacuate 78 Nigerian women who were victims of human trafficking."

The face of Nigeria's international business is Air Peace, Nigeria's largest airline, with its sound Corporate Social Responsibility. 

Allen Onyema's Air Peace has a fleet of nearly 30 jets, comprised of Boeing 777s, Boeing 737s, Embraer E195-E2s, and Embraer E145s. Air Peace has Brazil's Embraer jets, flies former Emirates 777s, and 737 variants include the 737-300 and 737-500.

People like Senator Adams shouldn't be antagonistic of such a good business that just started in 2013. They shouldn't be disrespected or intimidated because the owner isn't Aliko Dangote or Femi Otedola. 

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ISREAL’S FATAL WAR OF FEAR

ISRAEL IS WRONG... because of Benjamin Netanyahu’s war rhetoric.

Believe me, since the past 5 years I have done over 16 academic papers on International Relations, geo-political risk, International Humanitarian Law, Genocide, War and MAD - Mutually Assured Destruction, for different individual scholars. 

That the U.S. has distanced itself from the current attack on Iran, prioritising the protection of its personnel isn't enough frankly. Israel has gone too rogue with MOSSAD's bossy latitude. There is no end to the Israeli obnoxious gasconade. 

We all should agree that anticipatory self-defense which refers to striking before an attack happens is more than controversial as well as illegal. 

The Caroline Test, a customary international law principle, states that preemptive strikes are justified only if the threat is instant, overwhelming, and leaves no choice of means or moment for deliberation.

Which threat does Iran present to Israel now? 

When Israel argue that Iran’s nuclear program posed an imminent existential threat, it does not justify its unilateral action.

Iran had not yet launched an attack, making Israel’s strike a preventive war rather than self-defense, which is generally not recognized under international law. This is proxy war to prevent a Nuclear War, while benefiting America, NATO and West. It is as good as saying that the U.S. sanctioned the attack by not lifting a finger on Israel. 

While Iran has tried today to respond  with multiple drone attacks and onslaught, this would potentially lead to a regional conflict. It appears that Iran has not developed solid Air Defence Systems to subvert Israel's Fire Power. 

Already, oil prices have surged, reflecting uncertainty in global markets. 

Today's Oil Prices (June 13, 2025)

Brent Crude: $73.96 per barrel (up 6.63%)

West Texas Intermediate (WTI): $73.03 per barrel (up 7.33%)

Murban Crude: $75.70 per barrel

Yesterday's Brent Crude was $66.72 per barrel. 

West Texas Intermediate (WTI): $64.85 per barrel

Murban Crude: $66.75 per barrel. 

Analysts predict that if tensions escalate further, oil prices could exceed $80 per barrel in the coming day. 

Would that ever reflect on Nigeria's Petroleum Price System? 

Israel’s action sets a dangerous precedent for unilateral military strikes based on perceived threats. Whether this qualifies as legitimate self-defense or an act of aggression will likely be debated in international courts and diplomatic circles. The world now watches to see how Iran, Israel, and global powers respond.

It’s Cheaper to Use Data in India than Nigeria

A billionaire, Mukesh Ambani, made internet connection, adoption and use cheaper in India than in Nigeria. In England Lyca and Lebara wanted to do same but they could not achieve free calls, free texts and free browsing. For six months, Jio offered free calls, texts, and unlimited 4G data in India, and that transformed India's telecoms forever. Everyone wanted to learn online, every business got on the Internet, many lives changed, by a billionaire who loves his people. We will see that in Nigeria soon.

Nigeria offers the worst and the most expensive mobile data among the emerging economies: Nigeria is the worst managed oil economy with about 200 million people. Our mobile telephony is in need of a Mukesh Ambani who revolutionized India's telecoms by making a great sacrifice most Nigerian billionaires and corporate mafia will never make. Nigeria charges $1.74 per 1GB, with poor infrastructure, poor network services and power customer experience. 1GB in India is far better than 3GB in Nigeria. I noticed this while in India. 

India offers the cheapest mobile data globally because of Mukesh. As of recent reports, the average cost of 1GB of mobile data in India is approximately $0.17, making it one of the most affordable markets for telecom services. 

The man behind this telecom revolution in India is Asia's richest man, Mukesh Ambani. Mukesh Ambani ranks 14th on the Forbes Real-Time Billionaires list, with a net worth of approximately $106.5 billion. His wealth continues to grow, driven by the success of Reliance Industries and its diverse influence in India's telecoms via Jio which has brought down competitive pricing for telecoms products and services. 

Just as his father once disrupted the textile market to democratize access to affordable clothing, Mukesh envisioned democratizing access to the internet for every Indian. And he achieved it, quite clearly, patiently. 

At the time, the telecom industry in India was an oligopoly dominated by Airtel, Vodafone, and Idea, with expensive data prices locking millions out of the digital world. Mukesh’s childhood lessons of challenging the status quo came to the forefront. 

He quietly built Jio, India’s first 4G-only network, pouring in $35 billion to create cutting-edge infrastructure. But where others saw reckless spending, Mukesh saw opportunity. He remembered his father’s teaching: play the long game, and the rewards will follow.

When Jio launched, Mukesh shattered all conventions. For six months, Jio offered free calls, texts, and unlimited 4G data. It wasn’t just a business move—it was a calculated masterstroke rooted in the wisdom Mukesh had learned as a child. He understood human behavior deeply, knowing that once people experienced the digital world, they would be hooked. Millions of Indians who had never even considered using data suddenly became avid users. Established telecom giants such as Airtel, Idea were blindsided, slashing prices in a futile attempt to compete. But Mukesh had already won. Jio quickly amassed over 100 million users, and smaller competitors began collapsing under the pressure.

Today, Jio isn’t just a telecom company; it’s the backbone of India’s digital ecosystem, spanning broadband, e-commerce, fintech, and more. 

Jio turned Mukesh’s $25 billion "giveaway" into a $100 billion empire, bringing global giants like Google and Facebook on board as partners. But beneath all the numbers and strategy lies the heart of a boy who once watched his father defy convention and promised himself he would do the same.

The echoes of his childhood were clear: just as Dhirubhai disrupted industries in his time, Mukesh was now rewriting the rules of his own era. Where his father democratized textiles, Mukesh democratized connectivity. Once seen as a luxury, the internet became a tool for empowerment, education, and opportunity for millions of Indians. Jio not only reduced data prices by 95% but also drove internet penetration from 27% to 47%. It was a revolution on the scale that only someone raised to think limitlessly could achieve.

I hope that kind of miraculous progress in the data and internet sector emerges soon in Nigeria.

Flavour N'abania: A Blue Ocean Strategy in African Music

I have seen a Nigerian musician known as Flavour adopt a blind boy; I have seen Flavour gift millions to poor people. That’s worthy of emulation. That’s a wonderful way to celebrate his Blue Ocean 🌊 grace. His collaboration with Odumeje has enhanced his charity and acceptability across board. 

I have not seen any entertainer deliver heartwarming music for pastors, politicians, capitalists, business leaders, traditional rulers, wedding guests, celebrity celebrants just as Flavour. Just as Facebook is within the social network sites, Flavour is a Blue Ocean example.

The Blue Ocean Model is about creating uncontested market space—where competition is irrelevant because the offering is unique, valuable, and irreplaceable. Flavour N'abania is a perfect case study of this strategy in African entertainment.

In the fiercely competitive landscape of African music, where artists battle for streams, awards, and global recognition, one man operates in a league of his own—Flavour N’abania. Unlike his contemporaries who swim in the crowded, bloodied waters of Afrobeats competition, Flavour has carved out a unique space where he faces no rivals. His success exemplifies the Blue Ocean Strategy, a business concept that emphasizes creating and dominating an uncontested market space rather than fighting over existing demand. Flavour’s career presents a masterclass in how to build an irreplaceable brand by combining cultural preservation, elite appeal, and strategic exclusivity.

If you consider the Blue Ocean vs. Red Ocean paradigm, you would understand undoubtedly what I am talking about.

The music industry, particularly in Africa, is a classic Red Ocean—a space where artists like Burna Boy, Wizkid, and Davido engage in cutthroat competition for the same audiences, streaming numbers, and international accolades. Their success depends on constantly evolving sounds, viral trends, and global appeal. In this saturated market, differentiation is difficult, and only a few reach the pinnacle.

Flavour, however, operates in a Blue Ocean—a market space he created and where he remains unchallenged. His music is not designed for mainstream Afrobeats consumption; instead, it serves a distinct audience: Africa’s elite, cultural purists, and high-profile event organizers. While other artists chase Billboard charts and Spotify playlists, Flavour’s dominance lies in live performances for the wealthiest and most influential figures on the continent. He earns over $100 million annually. From Aliko Dangote to Tony Elumelu, from celebrity weddings to high-profile religious gatherings, Flavour is the unrivaled entertainer for those who demand prestige, tradition, and exclusivity.

While many artists dilute their sound for global appeal, Flavour reinvents highlife for contemporary audiences without losing its traditional essence. His ability to blend folkloric instrumentation with modern production makes his music timeless—equally fitting for a billionaire’s birthday and a Pentecostal church crusade.

While Afrobeats stars perform at concerts and festivals, Flavour’s primary stage is private events for the ultra-rich and powerful. He is the soundtrack of Nigeria’s high society—performing at occasions for celebrities like Obi Cubana, corporate events for billionaires, and birthday services for influential pastors like the RCCG pastor who was later removed. This exclusivity ensures that his brand remains aspirational and untouchable.

No other artist occupies Flavour’s niche. Burna Boy cannot perform at a traditional Igbo wedding with the same cultural authenticity. Gospel artists like Sinach or Nathaniel Bassey cannot deliver the secular highlife energy that Flavour brings. Even highlife revivalists like Bright Chimezie or Oliver De Coque’s successors lack Flavour’s modern production, stagecraft, and crossover appeal. He stands alone.

Flavour N’abania’s career is a testament to the power of the Blue Ocean Strategy. It also shows that Igbo highlife is the rhythmic, totemic soul of enjoyment and celebration; a music festival While others fight for scraps in the Red Ocean of Afrobeats, he has created—and rules—a kingdom where he has no competition.

Is Poverty Worse Than Sickness? A Discussion

Introduction

To be poor is different from poverty. Poverty according to Oxford Dictionary is the state of being extremely poor. Many people don’t know that poverty is a weapon of warfare against the masses. For example Bola Tinubu’s removal of subsidies were to further impoverish the population. His refusal to reduce the cost of governance is a clear example of double standard; a systematic attempt at making the masses to suffer while the political elite gravitate towards further power and influence. People in poverty are easily manipulated and influenced by the political class.

On that note, I agree with Bishop David Abioye that ‘poverty is worse than sickness’. To be extremely poor is dangerous. Rochas Okorocha said that poverty is worse than HIV.

Anyone who agrees with this assertion may not agree with all the views of David Abioye on prosperity and kingdom wealth system. Remember, that. 

For example Kofi Annan, former UN Secretary-General, once said, "The biggest enemy of health in the developing world is poverty." This suggests that poverty can be even more harmful than illness because it prevents access to healthcare, proper nutrition, and basic living conditions. He may have disagreed with David Abioye’s other commentaries on prosperity.

Additionally, Mother Teresa emphasized the suffering caused by poverty, stating, "The greatest disease in the West today is not TB or leprosy; it is being unwanted, unloved, and uncared for." Her words imply that poverty and social neglect can be more devastating than physical illness. Poverty is pain and suffering interwoven.

We have to learn to manage our subjective needs in the face of objective realities as regards poverty and sickness, because both are two deeply interconnected struggles that affect millions worldwide. While both can significantly impact human well-being, the argument that poverty is worse than sickness raises important ethical, social, and economic considerations.

Poverty is often considered more severe than sickness because it encompasses multiple hardships beyond physical health. People living in extreme poverty in Nigeria for example face:

• Limited access to healthcare, making them vulnerable to diseases.
• Malnutrition, which weakens the body and increases susceptibility to illness.
• Lack of education, which perpetuates cycles of disadvantage.
• Psychological distress, including anxiety and depression, affecting overall well-being.
• Social exclusion, leading to reduced opportunities for growth and stability. They face constant attacks by bandits due to no adequate policing.  

In areas such as Benue, Zamfara and Plateau, we have extreme poverty where  people can’t defend themselves, can’t buy weapons, can’t build a security system to protect themselves: There lives are worst than those who are sick in rich places and nations such Abuja and the UK. And in some cases many sick people are also sick because they are poor. Rich people manage sickness better than poor people. Poverty is itself a sign of deep failure; political instability, poor distribution of resources, greed of leadership. Poverty will eventually lead to sickness. Unless you don’t know what poverty means. It is the inability to feed yourself, the inability to afford shelter, good health and care. Don’t you understand that?

Unlike sickness, which can sometimes be treated or managed with medical interventions, poverty can persist for generations without systemic solutions.

The Burden of Illness

To be honest, sickness, especially chronic or terminal diseases, can be devastating regardless of one's economic status. Serious illnesses such as cancer, neurological disorders, and infectious diseases can:

• Reduce quality of life, leading to pain and suffering.
• Create financial strain, even for the wealthy, due to medical expenses.
• Limit opportunities, including employment and social mobility.
• Cause emotional distress, affecting family and caregivers.

While sickness can lead to poverty due to financial burdens, some argue that having resources—even in illness—provides more hope than complete destitution.

The Intersection of Poverty and Sickness

Rather than viewing poverty and sickness as separate issues, it is important to acknowledge their interconnected nature. Poverty often increases the risk of sickness due to lack of access to proper nutrition, sanitation, and healthcare. Similarly, prolonged illness can push individuals and families into poverty due to medical costs and loss of income.

Conclusion

While both poverty and sickness have severe consequences, poverty is arguably worse because it limits access to healthcare, education, and basic needs, making recovery from illness difficult. To be extremely poor is evidence of evil in government. God didn’t make it that way. However, severe sickness can also destroy lives regardless of economic status. Addressing poverty as a root cause can help reduce the burden of disease and improve overall societal well-being.

Removal of Fuel Subsidy Removed Nigeria from Life Support

Removal of Fuel Subsidies, removed Nigeria’s economy from life support. 

You're right that fuel subsidy enriched the petroleum marketers. Thanks for that thoughtful statement. However, your argument needs to be further explained. Read through with zest and humility, dear friends and family.

That you prefer this unstable and tough socioeconomic decrepitude Nigeria is plunged into because you don't want petroleum marketers to be enriched is really thought provoking. 

Nations such as Qatar, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Iran, and Russia, all emerging economies, use subsidies to stabilize the economy, improve standard of living in the midst of limited economic diversification. They're better than Nigeria. 

China and the UK historically subsidized energy to keep industries competitive. The UK taxed North Sea oil profits to fund public services, while China manipulates energy prices to boost manufacturing. Why can't Nigeria tax oil marketers to subsidize fuel? 

You don't recycle revenue by increasing FAAC to governors. Unless you want them to all join you in APC, after looting the revenue that belongs to the poor. Oil-rich nations (e.g., Saudi Arabia, Qatar) treat subsidies as a form of wealth redistribution, using oil revenues to offset domestic fuel costs which positively affects the people directly. How else can the poor benefit from our oil wealth? No free healthcare; no free tertiary or skill education; no free housing; no jobs; no security; no welfare? 

You're right and also wrong. 

Complete removal of the fuel subsidy has destroyed our SMEs, spiked inflation, and shrinked GDP by -41.8%, caused death of many human beings, expanded the poverty levels, led to high levels of insecurity, and utterly chased international businesses and FDI away. 

Bola Ahmed Tinubu should have replaced Rogue Marketers, disbanded the cartels, licensed new marketers under strict conditions. 

President BAT should have audited supply chains and implemented direct crude-for-product swaps (no cash payments for Dangote and other modular refineries across Nigeria). 

Or supply crude to Dangote at subsidized rates (e.g., $50/barrel) in exchange for fixed-price PMS (e.g., ₦120/liter). This cuts import costs. Then cut the federal loan burden by increase in production rather than using proxies to acquire numerous oil majors within 1 year and 8 months. Renegotiate the loans we are paying, to make life easier for Nigerians. 

PH Refinery has been revived; why not use subsidies to fund capacity expansion (e.g., modular refineries) rather than imports? 

Do you know that cost of crude oil today is the same in 2021? $70/barrel/(₦97/ a liter petrol) and is $80 today. The difference is:Exchange rate collapse (₦400/₦1,579). Another IMF supposition that makes no good impact. 

Nigeria’s subsidy leaks stem from porous borders. Who left the border porous? Unpatriotic government workers. Use central drones to checkmate their activities.Neighboring countries buy Nigerian petrol at ₦600/liter while Nigerians pay ₦1,200. Tightening borders (e.g., via tech-driven surveillance) would solve the problem. 

Nigeria has to subsidize domestic refining to break the import/forex doom loop. This is because the IMF’s "subsidy removal = lower inflation" dogma ignores Nigeria’s reality. We know that over here fuel prices feed into transport, food, and production costs. A 200% price hike (₦120-₦900) in 2023 caused inflation to spike to 28%.

SMEs (60% of GDP) rely on affordable fuel. Removing subsidies kills jobs. Today, small businesses can't even survive again. You can't run a common poultry if you are not ready to inflate the price of your chicken. Feed is high, labor is high, charcoal is high, power is high. Insecurity is on the rise. 

Finally, Bola Ahmed Tinubu should redirect subsidies from imports to domestic refining. 

Eliminate middlemen via regulated crude-for-product exchanges.

Secure borders to prevent smuggling.

Stabilize forex by reducing fuel imports (saving $10B/year).

Subsidy removal is economic suicide for an oil-rich nation with no social safety nets. Reform is the only viable path.

Thank you.

BUHARI, I AM SORRY

 BUHARI, I AM SORRY 

Mohammadu Buhari was far more sensible than Bola Ahmed Tinubu. President Buhari refused to remove the subsidies because it would have destroyed the consumer economy that Nigeria is. He was sensible to understand how that would affect us as it is today. Reflecting on the economic policies and governance of Muhammadu Buhari and Bola Ahmed Tinubu reveals a complex narrative of challenges, decisions, and their impacts on Nigerians. While both administrations faced unique circumstances, certain aspects of Buhari's tenure now appear in a different light when compared to Tinubu's approach. Tinubu has failed in every aspect of government, be it economy, human security, constitutionality and accountability. 

The suffering is real: Critics have indeed argued that prioritizing fuel subsidies and naira stabilization might have a more immediate impact on the lives of Nigerians than large-scale infrastructure projects like the N15 trillion Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway. Subsidies, while costly, provide relief to citizens facing high living costs, and hedging the naira could stabilize the economy amidst inflation and currency devaluation. Bola Tinubu has refused to backpedal on his position: removing the subsidies, gathering more debt, increasing taxes, floating the Naira. Why is this man this recalcitrant? The entire OPEC member countries pay subsidies. America pays subsidies. The UK pays subsidies. South Africa pays fuel subsidy. Saudi Arabia pays fuel subsidy. Russia pays fuel subsidy. 

The removal of subsidies under Tinubu's administration has led to skyrocketing fuel prices, which ripple across the economy, affecting transportation, food costs, and overall living standards. Meanwhile, the naira's devaluation has made imports more expensive, further straining households and businesses. These challenges have fueled skepticism about Tinubu's leadership and his ability to deliver on his 2027 agenda, with some viewing it as overly ambitious or disconnected from the immediate needs of Nigerians.

My argument underscores the importance of balancing long-term infrastructure development with policies that address urgent economic pressures on the masses. Concerns have been raised about President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's N15 trillion Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway project, particularly regarding its procurement process and alleged ties to Lebanese business associates. Critics, including former Lagos State governorship candidate Funso Doherty, have claimed that the project violated Nigeria's Public Procurement Act and Environmental Impact Assessment Act, as it was awarded without competitive bidding. The contractor, HiTech Construction, is reportedly linked to Gilbert Chagoury, a Nigerian-Lebanese developer and ally of Tinubu. It has been reported that they spend time together in France while insecurity and hunger consume Nigerians. Such a long-term project shouldn’t take precedence over cost of living which fuel subsidy stabilizes. 

While the road infrastructure project aims to revolutionize transportation and bolster economic growth across Nigeria, its execution has sparked debates about accountability, transparency and prioritization. Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has described the project as a "misplaced priority," alleging corruption and questioning its economic viability. These concerns highlight the need for accountability and due diligence in implementing large-scale infrastructure projects.

Currently Nigeria has largely failed Dollar Forex. Under Buhari, the foreign exchange market was tightly controlled, with multiple exchange rates creating inefficiencies but also shielding the naira from extreme volatility. By the end of his tenure, the official exchange rate hovered around ₦415 to $1, while the parallel market rate was significantly higher. Tinubu's administration, however, moved to unify the exchange rates, leading to a sharp devaluation of the naira. While this policy aimed to attract foreign investment and stabilize the market, it has caused immediate hardship for businesses and individuals reliant on imports. The policy has witnessed the exit of over 30 international companies from Nigeria. They cannot afford to trade in Nigeria.

Under Buhari Fuel Prices were lower. Buhari maintained fuel subsidies for most of his administration, keeping fuel prices relatively stable at around ₦165 per liter. This policy provided relief to Nigerians but came at a high fiscal cost, consuming billions of naira annually. Tinubu, on the other hand, removed fuel subsidies shortly after taking office, causing prices to skyrocket to over ₦1090 per liter. While the removal was intended to free up funds for infrastructure and social programs, it has significantly increased the cost of living for ordinary Nigerians. Nigerians have not seen any social programs. To free up funds Bola Tinubu should have not purchased new vehicles and jet; the government should have reduced the cost of governance across the three arms of government. Nigeria pays trillions to elected and appointed government officials annually. 

Under Buhari cost of Rice was below N30,000. During Buhari's tenure, the government implemented policies to boost local rice production, including border closures to curb smuggling. While these measures increased domestic production, they also led to higher prices due to limited supply and inefficiencies in the agricultural sector. Under Tinubu, the cost of rice has continued to rise, exacerbated by inflation and the removal of subsidies on essential goods. For many Nigerians, rice—a staple food—has become increasingly unaffordable. Bola Tinubu; where is your conscience? A bag of rice is now N95,000.

Buhari built infrastructure in the South East and North West. Bola Tinubu has no infrastructure in the Southeast and North West. Buhari's administration invested heavily in infrastructure, with notable projects like the Second Niger Bridge in the South East and the Kano-Maradi railway in the North West. These projects aimed to improve connectivity and stimulate economic growth in underserved regions. Tinubu's government has pledged to continue infrastructure development, but the focus has shifted toward public-private partnerships and leveraging increased tax revenues. The pace and scope of these projects remain to be seen. Bola Tinubu is unstable and unreachable.

Tax Policies of both administration are similar but Buhari is far better. Buhari's government introduced measures to expand the tax base, including the Finance Act, which increased VAT from 5% to 7.5%. While these policies aimed to boost revenue, they were met with resistance from businesses and consumers. Tinubu has further increased taxes, including excise duties on goods and services, to fund his administration's ambitious economic reforms after removing the subsidies. These measures have placed additional burdens on Nigerians already grappling with high inflation and unemployment.

In hindsight, Buhari's policies, though criticized during his tenure, provided a level of stability that many now appreciate in comparison to the rapid and often painful reforms under Tinubu. While both leaders have sought to address Nigeria's economic challenges, their approaches highlight the delicate balance between short-term relief and long-term sustainability. For many Nigerians, the question remains: at what cost should reforms be pursued?

Nigeria’s major challenges are the oil theft, the greed of governors, and the weakness of our people. Tinubu has not addressed any specific problems of accountability and constitutional reforms. The payment political officials receive is huge. The theft happening in states is unprecedented. Unfortunately, Bola Tinubu has been away as hunger and corruption, insecurity and genocide persist in Nigeria.

Buhari, I am sorry!

THE POWER OF APOSTLE BABALOLA’S PRAYERS: EASTER’S TRUE MEANING

When the mighty Apostle Joseph Ayodele Babalola, one of Nigeria’s greatest revivalists, entered a deeply demonic town to preach the Gospel, he approached the king for land to build a church. The king—a man steeped in darkness—saw an opportunity to mock God’s servant. With a wicked smile, he offered Babalola the forbidden bush, a place of terror where:

Pregnant women’s corpses were dumped.

Witches and sorcerers were thrown after death.

No one who entered survived beyond 24 hours. 

The king expected fear, retreat, or even death. Instead, Babalola thanked him with boldness and walked straight into the valley of shadows with his prayer warriors.The king was surprised at his gratitude. Unknown to him, Apostle Babalola saw what they already have in their hearts. He was ready; battle ready. 

As he stood at the edge of the cursed land with his companions, Apostle Babalola raised his bell (his weapon of spiritual warfare) and thundered:

🔔 “O GOD, ARISE! LET YOUR ENEMIES IN THIS BUSH BE SCATTERED!”

Instantly, the unseen realm erupted in chaos:

Demonic forces fled in panic, crashing into trees, trampling each other.

Screams of torment filled the air—though no physical bodies were seen.

The ground itself seemed to tremble as darkness retreated.

By just one anointed decree he sent hell into disarray. A testament that there are evil forces in the terrestrial as well as the marine world. They can't hide. 

As his team began clearing the bush, a monstrous python—a demonic sentry—emerged from the mountains. This was no ordinary snake: Thick as a tree trunk, capable of swallowing a man whole.

It slithered straight toward Babalola, ignoring the others.

The apostle didn’t flinch. With holy fire in his eyes, he commanded:

🔥 “LET THE FIRE OF THE GOD OF ELIJAH CONSUME THIS SERPENT!”

Boom! The python withered instantly, its body shriveling like a leaf in flame.

Prophetic Word: Every demonic python assigned against your destiny DRIES UP today! AMEN 🙏

The land was cleansed and claimed for Christ.

A church was built, and souls were delivered from bondage.

The king and his cohorts witnessed the supremacy of Jehovah—some repented; others fled in terror.

This is the kind of prayer we need today:

Authoritative (no begging, no fear).

Fire-backed (demons can’t resist divine combustion).

Your Turn to Pray Like Babalola

Decree Psalm 68:1 (“Let God arise, let His enemies be scattered!”)

Bind every python spirit (Matt. 18:18).

Claim your territory—no demonic gate can stand!

The resurrection isn't for memorial alone, it's a sign that you should have been manifesting power. 

🔥 The same God of Babalola is YOUR God. Pray with fire!

(Testimony source: Eyewitness accounts from surviving prayer warriors.)

Apostle Babalola's exploits was tied to his lifestyle. His 40-day fast in 1928 birthed one of Nigeria’s greatest revival wave. Demons screamed when he entered villages because his flesh had been starved into submission.

Babalola prayed water into existence (like Isaac’s wells in Gerar).

Babalola raised the dead (like Elijah with the widow’s son).

Babalola stopped rain for open-air crusades (like Samuel at wheat harvest, like I did in Lugbe severally).

Babalola slept on bare floors, rejecting comfort (Matt. 8:20).

Babalola owned no property—his body was God’s mobile temple.

Babalola carried a bell, not for music but as a war trumpet against hell (Josh. 6:20) 

A humble man who never wanted the earthly money or riches, but the revival of souls. 

Just like the risen Christ. 

Repent, and manifest Christ today. 

The blood 🩸 of Jesus Christ is real. 

Jesus Christ is risen. He has conquered death and sin and sickness. 

At the mention of His name every knee bows. Easter’s true meaning is the manifestation of God’s power as Christ did, as Babalola did. “Greater things shall you do because I am going back to the father”. 

HAPPY EASTER.

IS ALIKO DANGOTE MORE CONSERVATIVE THAN OBI CUBANA?

I want to state from the onset that Chukwudi Iwuchukwu should reconsider his irresponsible castigation of Obi Cubana and his guests indirectly and focus primarily on his Peace Mass Transit in peace. Most Nigerian billionaires flaunt their wealth in different ways, from political office holders to senior civil servants, business moguls to the children of the rich. 

Dangote's hedonistic folly knows no limits, and in fact, it far exceeds Obi Cubana's perceived showbiz flamboyance. Obi Cubana has always been a gentle head compared to the likes of Eze Ego, Obidiozo, Dino Melaye, Aliko Dangote, Femi Otedola, Mike Adenuga, & co. Obi Cubana's business model is more genuine and his lifestyle more conservative. 

Aliko Dangote flaunts a Bombardier Global Express 6000, valued at over $45 million, used for business and personal travel, and reserves a N5 billion mansion in Abuja. 

Apart from his global headquarters in Lagos: An 18-floor skyscraper in Ikoyi, Lagos, Dangote's Luxury residences in high-end locations in Ikoyi, Dubai, and London are worth billions. Dangote's family office in Dubai is a classic show of opulence and flamboyance giving the cost. 

Dangote is 68 years old as of 2025, with decades of experience in business and entrepreneurship,  yet see the cars in his collection : Bugatti Veyron - worth approximately ₦1.5 billion, Maybach 57S Knight Luxury, valued at ₦364 million, 

Mercedes-Benz CL65 AMG, Bentley Mulsanne, Rolls-Royce Phantom, Range Rover Vogue, Toyota Land Cruiser, Lexus GX etc. 

For you to call a man that mounts all these liabilities as conservative is scary and stupendously unethical. A man who doesn't only deploy aggressive greed in the field of industry, a bull-type aggression that is in the eye of the public, you call him conservative? 

Critics of Dangote's business muscle argue that his practices contribute to high prices and limited options for consumers.His trucks openly engage in avoidable accidents and even in certain cases have been known to damage roads. Additionally, his political connections and sponsorships have raised questions about the ethical implications of his influence.

The narrative of conservatism, often invoked to justify wealth accumulation, or to attack the likes of Obi Cubana, must be redefined to include accountability and ethical responsibility. True conservatism is not about hoarding resources or exploiting markets; or not posting an already known private jet on Instagram, it is about stewardship and the sustainable management of wealth for the benefit of society. As Nigeria grapples with economic challenges, the role of its wealthiest citizens in addressing these issues cannot be overstated. Ethical capitalism demands that wealth creation be accompanied by social responsibility. This includes fair pricing, quality assurance, and investments in community development. When these principles are ignored, wealth becomes a tool of oppression rather than a force for good.

Dangote's empire, built on cement, sugar, and other essential commodities, is a textbook example of monopoly in action. There is nothing conservative about Dangoteism. By controlling significant portions of Nigeria's industrial landscape, Dangote's companies have effectively stifled competition, creating an environment where prices are dictated by a single entity. Cement, a cornerstone of infrastructure development, is a glaring example. While Nigerians pay exorbitant prices for cement of questionable quality, reports suggest that the same product exported abroad meets higher standards at lower costs. This duality raises questions about the ethical obligations of corporations to their domestic markets.

The terminology conservativism rests on the bench of ethical capitalism: Aliko Dangote, doesn't stand a chance when compared to a 50 year old Generation X billionaire such as Obi Cubana who has financially contributed to thousands of youth courses and projects even at his level. 

Dangote's financial contributions to political campaigns and his alleged sponsorship of politicians have raised concerns about the integrity of Nigeria's democratic processes. When economic power is wielded to influence political outcomes, the result is often policies that favor the elite at the expense of the populace. This form of "political commerce" undermines the principles of democracy and perpetuates a cycle of poverty and dependency. Further, implying that Dangote's capitalism lacks ethics and conservativism : Even in the oil industry today, his entrance shows arrant pursuit for domination and leadership over older players without caution or restraint.