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Dr. Chuba Okadigbo’s Political Arithmetic and how he died Trying To Actualize President Buhari’s Ambition

Published

3 years ago

December 20, 2020

From Our Political Desk

Dr. Wilberfotce William Chuba Okadigbo was Nigeria’s Senate President at the beginning of the fourth republic after the impeachment of Chief Evans Enwerem by the national assembly.

Dr. Chuba Okadigbo was one of the most celebrated Nigerian political scientists who authored many books and taught in American Universities.

The Late Chuba Okadigbo is well versatile in the field of politics practically and theoretically.

While his Igbo Kinsmen are always aligning themselves with topmost Igbo political leaders, Dr. Chuba Okadigbo was a respecter of the Northern region and its people.

In the second republic, the late political sage was with the National Party Of Nigeria, NPN, an offshoot of the Northern Peoples Congress, The NPC.

When Late President Shehu Shagari formed the government in 1979, Dr. Chuba Okadigbo was the President’s Political Adviser.

His Struggle to Ensure President Buhari Was Elected President and How He died.

In the runoff to the 2003 general elections, Dr. Wilberforce William Chuba OKadigbo decamped from the ruling People s Democratic Party to the Defunct All Nigeria People’s Party, The ANPP, but that was after he resigned from his position as number three in Nigeria’s political hierarchy, that was the senate, President.

By the time he decamps to the ANPP, all was set for the conduct of the 2003 general elections, the first Civilian to Civilian Transition in 20 years since the overthrow of late President Shehu Shagari three months after the beginning of his second tenure in office.

When late Chuba Okadigbo, was received in the ANPP, news then made round that the late Political Sage will run a presidential ticket with Nigeria’s former Head Of State, General Muhammadu Buhari.

On the Eve of the ANPP convention many withdrew from the race particularly candidates from the Northern region, they were Late Marafan Sokoto Alhaji Umaru Shinkafi, Alhaji Dauda Birma, which was done to ensure President Buhari clinches the party’s ticket easily.

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But a serious drama ensued when the Chairman of the ANPP convention planning committee Senator Umar Kumo was calling on the contestants to come to the podium to tell the delegates their manifestoes one by one.

Those that refused to withdraw from the race gathered and chunked themselves on the Podium, they were late Edwin Ume Ezeoke, Pere Ajunwa, Harry Akande, Rochas Okorocha and John Nwodo Junior, now President Ohanaze Ndigbo, announcing their withdrawal from the primaries and finally staged a walkout, that almost ruptured the show but with the intervention of well-matured politicians like the Late Chuba Okadigbo, the tension at the eagle square died down.

President Buhari and Late Chuba Okadigbo

One of those whose remarks generate serious attention was the late Chuba Okadigbo, by the time he rose on the podium to Counter Perre Ajunwa’s, Harry Akande’s, Rocha’s Okorocha’s, Edwin Ume Ezeoke’s, the attention of the delegates was tilted towards late Chuba Okadigbo.

“it’s the sign of Political Sagacity to understand the Political Arithmetic, my mentor Zik of Africa worked with the NPC and formed a Government with Tafawa Balewa as the Prime Minister,” Said Dr. Chuba Okadigbo

The audience was not surprised as it’s a political scientist and a theoretician talking and doing away with the public relations gaffes perpetrated by the likes of Ajunwa, Okoroha, Edwin Ume Ezeoke even though they exercised their rights to freedom of association and to hold a political opinion.

The Alleged Gassing Of Okadigbo to death on the fateful September 23, 2003.

After the Abel Goubadia led Independent National Electoral Commission declared President Olusegun Obasanjo as the duly elected President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Obasanjo’s main challenger in the race General Muhammadu Buhari and the ANPP organized a rally in Kano which was the only state wrested from PDP in the 2003 General election in preparation to institute a court case against the PDP at the Presidential Election Tribunal in Abuja, the rally was staged at the famous Kano Pillars Stadium on Wednesday, September 23, 2003, in Kano.

General Muhammad Buhari as he was called then was accompanied from Kano /Kaduna Border by the former Governor of Kano State Malam Ibrahim Shekarau to Kano Pillars Stadium, then Federal Government under the PDP locked the stadium but on the instruction of Governor Malam Ibrahim Shekaru the Youth stormed and open the gate of the stadium.

After entry, Late Dr. chuba Okadigbo also addressed the gathering, it was alleged then knowing fully well his asthmatic condition something was sprayed, immediately after the rally when OKadigbo and Buhari went back to Abuja on September 25, 2003, Late Chuba Okadigbo passed away.

General Buhari’s Supporters mourned the late Okadigbo and several Nigerian dailies took him as their cover story extolling his Virtues.

Now Buhari is the President, What has he done for Okadigbo’s Family

Hardly one divorced Nigerian politics from a family affair issue, political connection or fraternity, President Buhari in his journey to becoming President of Nigeria since the year 2003, he has lost rare political gems Including Dr, Chuba Okadigbo, Chief Marshal Harry, Dr Ibrahim Tahir, Taliban Bauchi, Barrister Mike Ahamba and a number of them, the President is known as maintaining ties with childhood friends and political allies, but Okadigbo’s and others whose family members are still alive, have they benefited from the labour of their fathers and family relationships in their effort to consolidate Buhari’s political ambition? It yes or No

If their families are not included in Government or did not benefit from anything even intruders who have never laboured anything in Buhari’s political reckoning are those enjoying in the corridor’s of power, has the President forget Okadigbo’s, Tahir’s, Harry Marshalls and the rest?

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Gov. Gida-Gida and Ganduje: The Firing of Unwarranted Political Salvos-Adamu Aminu

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2 weeks ago

April 9, 2024

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Former Governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje and Successor Abba Kabir Yusuf

By Adamu Aminu.

It is extremely disheartening to see how recently our two elder statesmen, the Kano state Governor, His Excellency, Abba Kabir Yusif, politically known as Abba Gida-Gida, and his immediate predecessor, the ex-Kano and present APC National chairman, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, are busy exchanging salvos directly at each other.

The exchanges of verbal brawls through their spokesmen emanated shortly after Governor Abba Kabir Yusif inaugurated two judicial commissions of inquiry to investigate cases of misappropriation of public property, political violence, and missing persons from 2015 to 2019 to 2023.

It was unfortunate; all the accusations and counter-accusations from both sides were riddled with harsh and demeaning words, deemed unrepeatable and unworthy to come from our respected leaders who are beating chests of leading Kano, the state that has reached the zenith of political maturity in the whole nation.

I was automatically dumbfounded by how the exchanged salvos and political sarcasm were randomly so directed at each other, without revisiting the fact that history never lies; someday, posterity will judge them.

This comes at a time when the warring parties should set aside their differences and make Kano their concern and priority, but they resorted to opening the doors of all blackmailing arsenals at their disposal, overtly directed at each other, without knowing that their utterances and accusations are doing more harm than good to Kano state in general.

This came at a time when our counterpart States in the South, like Lagos, Rivers, and others, have already set politics aside and deeply engaged in the execution of developmental projects for their people, but Kano, a state of whole-tenure politics, is dragging feet towards the fulfillment of promises during electioneering campaigns.

At this time when most Kano industries are not functional, there is no portable water, unemployment, poverty, hunger, and thuggery clogging the wheels of Kano’s economic development, instead, they resorted to engaged in trading bitter words and pointing accusing fingers at themselves.

I think it’s time for our Excellency, the state governor Abba Kabir Yusif, and his predecessor Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, to wake up from their slumbers and stop demeaning themselves politically.

Trading accusations of one’s incompetence, docility, and another’s accusation of land grabbing and rat-like behavior is not the utmost priority for Kano populace.

It’s time to stop deceiving ourselves with the longstanding Kano praise “Kano Tumbin Giwa, Ko dame Kazo An Fika,” which means Kano, the melting pot, whatever you came along with, you’re far left behind. Kano state in this modern era deserves to be far from where it is now.

I do hope and pray that Governor Abba and his predecessor Ganduje make Kano and Kanawas their utmost priority. They are our role models, exchanging incendiary remarks with each other will show that politics isn’t only a dirty game, it’s a dirty war of raining curses and abuses.

They should know that someday around this time, they will be no more; only their legacies will make them immortal in the memory of Kano populace.

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Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf Is The Head of All Political Parties in Kano-Dala

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3 months ago

January 17, 2024

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In a surprising turn of events following Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s recent victory at the Supreme Court, Anas Abba Dala, a former APC chieftain and a devoted supporter of the Governor, has declared that Governor Yusuf is now the de facto head of all political parties in Kano. This assertion includes the APC, the NNPP, and the PDP.

Speaking exclusively to Kano based radio station Freedom Radio, Anas Abba Dala expressed his conviction that Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s Supreme Court triumph has positioned him as a unifying figure transcending party lines. Dala, who was once a prominent member of the APC, emphasized the significance of the Governor’s victory in unifying Kano’s political landscape.

In the interview, Dala highlighted the historical context of Governor Yusuf’s political journey, acknowledging the Governor’s ability to garner support across party lines. He commended the Supreme Court’s decision, declaring it a victory for not only the PDP but for all political parties in Kano.

Anas Abba Dala’s statement reflects a shifting political narrative, as Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s leadership is perceived as a unifying force that transcends partisan affiliations. The Supreme Court’s validation of the Governor’s victory serves as a catalyst for a renewed sense of political collaboration and cooperation in Kano.

While this declaration is likely to stir conversations within the political sphere, it underlines the potential for a more inclusive and cooperative political landscape in Kano under Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s leadership. As the news of this assertion spreads, it will be interesting to observe how political dynamics in Kano evolve in response to this declaration of unity across party lines.

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Non-indigenes in Kano Unite in Prayer for Dr Nasir Gawuna’s Success at Supreme Court

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4 months ago

December 20, 2023

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Honourable Seyi Olorunsola, a prominent APC stalwart and Opinion Leader in Kano, has mobilized the non-indigenous Christian community to fervently pray for the success of Dr Nasir Gawuna, the APC candidate, in an impending Supreme Court hearing. This legal battle arises from the NNPC’s appeal, led by Governor Abna Yusuf, challenging the results of the March 18, 2023, Gubernatorial elections in Kano State.

At a prayer conference organized by Honourable Seyi, the non-indigenous Christian community gathered to intercede for Dr Nasir Gawuna, seeking divine intervention in the pursuit of reclaiming his mandate. Honourable Seyi urged attendees to persevere in prayer until victory is secured and cautioned against potential interference, notably mentioning President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, emphasizing the need to remain unaffected by NNPP propaganda aiming to undermine the APC administration.

Expressing gratitude to the judiciary for upholding the rule of law, Honourable Seyi emphasized the crucial role of the judiciary in ensuring justice. He encouraged them to remain vigilant until justice is unequivocally served, highlighting the commitment to a fair and impartial legal process, free from external influences.

Addressing NNPP concerns about the legitimacy of the APC victory, Honourable Seyi reassured the public of the APC’s commitment to the democratic process. The call for prayers from the non-indigenous Christian community not only testifies to their faith but also demonstrates solidarity with Dr Nasir Gawuna.

The prayer conference also included appeals for peace and prosperity in Kano State and Nigeria at large, emphasizing a broader vision for a united and flourishing nation. The collective hopes extend beyond the immediate political context, envisioning a Kano and Nigeria where peace prevails, prosperity thrives, and democratic principles are upheld.

Honourable Seyi Olorunsola’s call for a prayer conference reflects not just the intensity of the political situation in Kano but also underscores the significance of faith and unity during times of uncertainty.