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As Libya Decides

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By: Jibril Salisu Na`inna

As Libya goes to the polls December 24th 2021, African countries under the aegis of African union, AU are expected to play a major and important brotherly role to ensure a smooth, free and fair first democratic elections to hold in the history of Libya.

It is very disappointing that while Europe, America, western invaders and other capitalist lobbyist are plotting to rig the upcoming presidential elections in Libya in favor of their puppet candidate, African union is nowhere to be found.

Africa has been frozen out of the peace and restoration process of Libya which is pathetic, caused by mentally induced fear of the west, of sanction and our own mis-prioritization, let us not forget that its leader Gaddafi was well respected in AU who was once its chairman, which he financed heavily.

He campaigned for pan-African unity, but Africa has failed after his assassination by the US-led NATO backed-rebels  to keep his country even under its military peace mission wing at peace and send away foreign meddlers and mercenaries such as those of Turkey, France, Russia, UAE, Saudi Arabia and others instead it is the opposite, although only at the beginning of the Arab uprising, the African Union, having designated the popular uprisings in Tunisia and Egypt as legitimate expressions of democratic will, determined the Libyan crisis to be a civil war demanding a mediated outcome. The AU established an ad hoc committee of heads of state to seek a negotiated settlement which did little to nothing. The committee members were made up of the presidents of Mauritania, Republic of Congo, Mali, South Africa and Uganda, on the rationale that only African heads of state could speak credibly with Gaddafi and that the arrangement underlined the AU’s seriousness.
At odds with the AU political initiative, the UN passed resolution 1973, authorizing “all necessary measures” to protect the civilian population of the country as they claim it, unproven to warrant it. This was a rapid and rare invocation of the principle of the responsibility to protect (R2P). United Nations Security Council UNSC resolution 1973 referred to the AU’s peace initiative in its preambular section but its legal force was the authorization of “all necessary measures” by UN member states. Despite this limited mandate, the way the military operations were carried out made it immediately evident that the real goal of the intervention was much wider, namely to provoke the collapse of Gaddafi’s leadership. Coalition forces extensively bombed targets outside of the scope of the mandate with a clear intent to kill Gaddafi, a fact demonstrated by the bombing of a compound of villas near Tripoli where Gaddafi was supposedly hiding that killed his youngest son, Saif al-Arab. However, the coalition failed to set out a plan for the restoration of public order in Libya. It was a series of air campaign by US-led NATO members with the stated bogus intent of protecting civilians but the clear objective was of leadership change.

Tarek Megersi, a Libyan analyst with the UK-based European Council on Foreign Relations think-tank, ever says that some African leaders have not yet come to terms with Gaddafi’s fall.

“During the 2011 revolution, the AU was seen as a Gaddafi supporter and there was a negative view of it among Libyans. People felt it was bought off by Gaddafi. So, Africas` potential role as a neutral mediator,” he said.

Yet there was a need for greater African involvement to end the conflict because the continent has suffered economically since the fall of Gaddafi, and the unrest in Libya has had serious knock-on effects further south.

“One day, you had hundreds of millions of dollars flowing into Africa as investments by the Gaddafi leadership. Then it dried up,” Mr Megersi pointed out.
“You also had remittances from migrants who came to work in Libya from countries such as Nigeria because salaries and the exchange rate were good. That also stopped.”

Mr Megersi said that worryingly, some African states had now become a recruiting ground for the belligerents in Libya.

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The Libyan Socialist Jamahiriya was so prosperous and generous in terms of security, infrastructure (notably the great man-made river), in health, education, social welfare and a lot of other back bone of an economy which ever made the country be ranked the happiest.

Philip Gordon, the most senior U.S. official on the Middle East in 2013-’15, wrote: “In Iraq, the U.S. intervened and occupied, and the result was a costly disaster. In Libya, the U.S. intervened and did not occupy, and the result was a costly disaster. This shows how guilt the US was.

Libya is very important in the peace-making process of Africa as if it is stable, Africa will indeed achieve stability, a clear cutoff of free proliferation and flow light and small weapons, put an end to illegal migration crisis to unviable Europe, as it Libya is the sixteenth largest country in the world, the second in the Arab world/league and the fourth in Africa with a total of 1,759,541 square kilometers of land with a large proven oil reserves of any country in the world, making it the 10th in the world.

The West should be made to face a difficult choice in Libya by African Union that will pressure them to leave before elections on 24th December. The disorder that enveloped the country following the 2011 US-led NATO intervention makes any consideration of productive engagement in the country now a child of necessity, of a must concept. However, it is possible to conceive a well-plan targeted effort that could stabilize the country. In the absence of Africas’ leadership, interventionists and foreign regional actors with their own interests have demonstrated their willingness to step into the fray and manipulate developments on the ground. If African Union and especially Nigeria continues to let foreign interventionists and its few African allies fill the void, Libya’s conflict will only continue to escalate. A clear plan to help stabilize Libya would require targeted assistance from the African Union to bolster the legitimately to be elected government control over Tripoli and convince the various actors to engage in an inclusive, cohesive process in running the country. Given the critical national security implications of Libya’s chaos for the Whole Africa and especially the Sahel region, the choice not at now or to step back may encourage further escalation that would ultimately drag more of the West into Libya and to remain. A well-planned stabilization effort now, rather than an unwelcome and compulsory intervention later, would in the long run be in the best interest of the Libyan people, all Africans and of those states with an interest in the stability of the region.

Jibril Salisu Na’inna writes,
With a peace, progress and pan African vision,
Former Head boy, 2016/2017 academic session, Alhaji Akilu Comprehensive Secondary School, Madobi, Kano, Nigria,
Now, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria Student,
12th December, 2021.
jibrilsalisunainna@gmail.com/07068969306

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DICAN Hails Tuggar’s Leadership As Minister Celebrates 57th Birthday

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Ambassador Tuggar

 

The Diplomatic Correspondents’ Association of Nigeria (DICAN) has extended its felicitations to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yussuf Tuggar, on his 57th birthday anniversary.

Tuggar, who comes from a distinguished political background in Bauchi State, has had an impressive career serving the country. His father, a prominent figure himself, served as the Organizing Secretary of the Northern People’s Congress before and after Nigeria’s independence in 1960, and later became a Senator.

Tuggar has held various notable positions. He served as Nigeria’s Ambassador to Germany from 2017 to 2023. Prior to that, he was a member of the Nigerian House of Representatives from 2007 to 2011, representing Gamawa. He also contested for the governorship of Bauchi State on two occasions.

Chairman, Diplomatic Correspondents Association of Nigeria, DICAN, Comrade, Idehai Frederick specifically highlighted Tuggar’s contributions in securing crucial partnerships for Nigeria.

“Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs played a key role in the conceptualization of the Siemens Power deal, which aimed to significantly expand Nigeria’s electricity grid capacity.

“He is also instrumental in attracting significant funding from German institutions for the Kano-Maradi rail line project,” DICAN Chairman said.

The Association however, wished the Minister a happy 57th birthday and many more fruitful years of service to fatherland and humanity.

Meanwhile, DICAN is an association of journalists covering Diplomatic related beats in Nigeria.

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Open Letter To The President of The United States,Joe Biden-Ibrahim Khalil

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President Joe Biden

 

176 Kabara, Kano State, Nigeria. November 5, 2023 Mr. President The White House 1600 Pennsylvania Ave NW Washington, DC 20500

HUMANITY FIRST

Sir! With due respect, Mr. President, we humans should not be killing ourselves for political, economic or religious reason in the messianic age. We are now living in the Messianic age; I am the Messiah, Messiah “Son of David” alias Imam Mahdi (“The Guided One”); and I am, however, not the Hidden Imam whom Mr. President talked about, but the real Imam Mahdi. Mr. President, this is not the time when world leaders should be divided between the two sides of the Israeli-Hamas war. Why should human beings – civilians and military officers alike, and especially women and children – be killed daily

Mr. President, Allah [swt] – the God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob – granted the Holy Land to the Patriarch Prophet Abraham [as] and blessed it for the nations so that Messiah “Son of David”, the 2nd anointed King after HM King David [as], the King of Israel, will establish a world government, which will establish real justice and peace for the Peoples of the World. The Holy Land wasn’t meant to be a war zone or graveyard for the descendants of Abraham: Arabs and Jews.

Mr. President, a 9-Year Global Project (Re-Establishment of the Throne of David in Zion) was predestined to begin in 2023 AD/1444 AH for the creation of a world government, world economy and world religion. This was 126 years after Theodor Herzl founded the World Zionist Organization; 79 years after the creation of the IMF and the World Bank; and 1954 years after the destruction of the Second Temple in Jerusalem. It is a righteous deed par excellence; and it would be undertaken by the Believers among us whom Allah [swt], the lord of the worlds, promised to bless to rule the world under King Messiah (Melekh haMashiach), the ultimate prince and King of the World.

Mr. President, I already addressed the Royal Proclamation to the United Nations, calling for the Re-Establishment of the Throne of David in Zion; the prophet Muhammad [pbuh] did prophesy the 9-year rule of Imam Mahdi (“The Guided one”) as the Caliph of the promised Caliphate: Seat of King David on Earth; and hence, I call for an immediate and unconditional ceasefire to save humanity regardless of race, religion or nationality throughout the world.

Thank you. Yours Sincerely, Ibrahim Khalil (+234 913 615 3018)

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Unraveling the Virus of Coup d’État in African Francophone Nations

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Abubakar Ibrahim

 

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Abubakar Ibrahim

The political landscape of Africa has long been marked by its share of upheavals, and the emergence of coup d’états is not a new phenomenon. However, recent events across several African countries, predominantly Francophone speaking nations, have ignited discussions about the intriguing concept of the “Contagious Theory.” This theory suggests that political unrest, specifically coup attempts, can spread like a virus from one country to another, leading to a cascading effect. Examining recent developments in nations such as Sudan, Chad, Burkina Faso, Guinea, Niger Republic, and Gabon provides insights into the reality of this theory in today’s African context.

The recent surge of coup d’états across Africa, particularly in Francophone countries, has captured the world’s attention. The phenomenon has gained traction due to its seemingly interconnected nature, where political events in one country have repercussions in neighboring states. The chain reaction began with Sudan, followed by Chad, Burkina Faso, Guinea, Niger Republic, and most recently, Gabon. These instances underscore the intricate interplay between political instability, regional dynamics, and the potential for coup contagion.

A significant pattern in this contagion is the prominence of Francophone speaking countries. This shared linguistic heritage, a remnant of colonial rule, has given rise to common cultural and political ties, providing a platform for ideas and influences to cross borders more easily. The predominance of coup attempts in Francophone African nations adds credence to the notion of a contagious theory, suggesting that once a successful coup takes place in one nation, it can inspire or embolden similar actions in neighboring states.

The interconnectedness of African nations, both politically and economically, cannot be understated. Shared borders, regional organizations, and cross-border trade create an environment where political unrest can easily transcend boundaries. When a neighboring country experiences a successful coup, it can fuel aspirations in adjacent states, encouraging dissident factions to pursue their own attempts at political change.

The recent coup attempts highlight the various factors that contribute to the spread of political unrest. Socioeconomic disparities, corruption, inadequate governance, and ethnic tensions all play a role in creating fertile ground for the emergence of coups. The willingness of militaries to intervene in politics, coupled with a disillusioned citizenry, further exacerbates the susceptibility to coup contagion.

While the contagious theory offers valuable insights into the spread of political instability, it also raises concerns about the potential for a domino effect. The continued occurrence of coups across Africa could lead to a destabilizing cycle of power transitions, hindering long-term development and governance. Addressing the root causes of political unrest, enhancing regional cooperation, and promoting democratic institutions are crucial steps in breaking the cycle of contagion.

However, the recent wave of coup d’états in African Francophone nations underscores the complex nature of political dynamics in the region. While the concept of the contagious theory adds an intriguing perspective to these events, it is essential to remember that each country’s circumstances are unique. Addressing the underlying factors that contribute to political instability is paramount for building resilient societies and preventing the spread of the coup contagion. Only through a concerted effort to foster good governance, strengthen democratic institutions, and promote socioeconomic development can African nations mitigate the risks posed by this contagious phenomenon.

*Abubakar Ibrahim* can be reach via:
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