@@hopealivewithevang.olubunm2287 pls leave Falana out of this, he is not as brave as Dele, he's selective in his criticisms, he never condemns anything done by Tinubu etc
I can listen to Dele Farotimi speak all day; the man sabi... I especially like the fact that he is quite objective when talking about the Peter Obi and Yele Sowore aspirations. Got to respect that!
Dele Farotimi will make you to love English. He is a communicator, an orator, a very briliance soul. When he speaks, I listen carefully, keenly and with the notion that I wanna learn more from him.
There is a 'Dele Farotimi' in every state in Nigeria. If 36 Dele Farotimi's speak at the same time, Nigeria will listen, Africa will listen, the world will listen and out of shame, Nigeria will be forced to change.
Farotimi should document and articulate his proposed solutions and intentionally make it available to OBI. If Nigeria becomes better, it is for all of us. We need all hands on deck, not complainers in the media. I respect his frankness, though.
@@makindebabatunde2618 Good, since the book is in the public space, am sure Obi and his team will consider it, among other suggested solutions profferred by the good people who want a New Nigeria. United we stand.
Peter Obi is talking about restructuring in many ways. State Police, subsidy removal, and technically isolating LG from money allocation rather than to use it as development. It is gradual. Peter Obi knows this things. He is a politician. He knows all these things Farotimi is saying
I have heard Peter obe dudge the question of restructuring atleast 3 times from different interviers why that when we all agree that that's the only way to a progressive country as it stands today
@@kellykoko6543 I am assuming that's why you would prefer to vote in Tinubu or Atiku who would not even accept to be interviewed so they can be asked critical questions, right?
@@kellykoko6543 Cuz he is wise. He is going to be elected not appointed. The Northern elites who benefits from the system control 98% of voting WILL of the North. Dabbling into that area is Tantamount to political suicide. They will not vote for him. Majority of those voting from the North have no will, they only vote who they asked to vote. They don't understand what you are talking about restructuring. We desperately needs Him to be there, first.. When he begins to make the change, they common people will begin to feel the change that time it'll no longer be in the hands of their controllers. Dele is learned, processes and understands realities within his profound academic spectacle but 90% of the rest are not in any situation to understand. We have seen the personality of Obi He isn't selfish we trust that he will do the best for the country.
Omoyele is an investigative journalist and a very good one. So has fact and details of many sectors. Obi needs more people that can feed him with what is happening in details in many areas in Nigeria. Before he can draft a comprehensive plan.
Dele is full of wisdom but campgne has not started for obi to tell Nigerians his manifestos, so let's all support obi to get there for betterment of Nigeria
I also have the same opinion about what he was saying. I am afraid if Obi wins the 2019 constitution , swore on the same constitution to obey and uphold. They will use the same constitution to impeach him. That constitution must go .
Kudos to your brilliant thoughts, Barr. Dele Farotimi. My bold and clear submissions are as follows: 1. Sowore and his likes MUST become a governor first and show us in practical terms that he can handle public trust. Otherwise, words are very cheap. Words are so cheap that brilliant 419s can use well-structured words to dupe people. After Sowore has become governor for 8 years and his bank account is not filled with billions as we all know he's not a billionaire yet and his State is transformed according to his thorough planning, then we can practically believe that he can be trusted with the presidency. He deserves the opportunity to be practically tried and tested. I remember when Oshiomole was a brilliant activist like Sowore, he used great and creative words to persuade us and we loved him just as we love Barr Dele. But after he became governor for 8 years, Oshiomole became a billionaire from being a civil servant by looting public funds and he joined the political vampires that are destroying us. He even had the effrontery to ask other looters like him to decamp to the verified criminal APC for shelter where their sins will be forgiven. So, what people say and what people do are two different things. It is better to do than to talk. Leadership is all about COMPETENCE AND COMPASSION. Eheh, I also remember Dino Milaye, Sowore's co-labourer in activism and very close associate. After he became a Senator, he's now a billionaire who has shown us his great mansions, fleets of most expensive cars that should be more than 30 of them, as his achievements. He has obviously looted public funds meant for the development of his people which is why he has been harrased severally by EFCC and police. So, he has a bad political testimony and has practically become one of the political vampires which is why he'd naturally support a political vampire like Atiku whom he hopes to join in the continuous looting of public money. No political vampire, like Ekweremadu and Co, would vote Peter Obi because they'd not see a kobo to steal. 2. Peter Obi is not the talking type but one who believes in action more than words. You will hear him say, "Why wasting precious time". When you unbiasly listen to Peter Obi, you will see a man who speaks with a pure heart, with energy, with passion and with compassion. It is written, "OUT OF THE ABUNDANCE OF THE HEART, THE MOUTH SPEAKS.". If he speaks 100%, he actually plans to do 10,000% owing to the superior capacity of the federal government to access great funds in billions of dollars. Peter Obi loves results more than words. He loves to see where the action is taking place. That's why he went to Egypt and over 30 more countries of the world to see things for himself and he made great contacts and connections. Peter Obi has the most expensive virtue called GOOD CHARACTER. Any NORMAL person can only trust him to deliver because of his uncompromising character and commitment to always do what is right. Doing what is right, is the reason Peter Obi shut doors against the political vampires around him who wanted to steal public money and that earned him impeachment which he later recovered through court. By his consistent good character alone, he qualifies to be trusted with any position of public trust in the world. No wonder, he was trusted by some multinational companies around the world to be their Executive Director and he also became the Chairman of three great banks before he resigned. His consistent good character in all his public life even before 1999 is the reason he has such solid boldness to even challenge all the political vampires in power who think he's like one of them to GO AND VERIFY. With all his obvious good claims that should greatly annoy the political vampires, especially now that he has no supposed godfather, even buhari's bulldogs, the mighty EFCC, who have all the investigative resources and connections, have not been able to find just one wrongdoing against Peter Obi till tomorrow. Something they are desperately seeking to find and will be very happy to find if at all they can because the man is very CLEAN. They should rather give him a historic award of excellence in public trust. And that is a greater reason to sincerely trust Peter Obi. It is the same GOOD CHARACTER of the simply amazing Peter Obi that made him to reject some juicy things due him as a governor which includes lands, money, etc. He shared all his Security Votes with all the schools and hospitals in his State. He also left over 75billion for the new administration. And before he left office, he removed his own name from receiving pension that is due governors which comes in hundreds of millions of Naira annually (over 400 million. Sokoto is 700million) with some incentives like brand new Jeeps, etc, since 2014 till date. That is a very GOOD, RARE AND UNCOMMON CHARACTER which qualifies him to be trusted! No politician in the history of Nigeria has done that! He's the ONLY ONE! He has practically shown outstanding, unequal, unmatched and very high superior COMPETENCE. There's obviously no room for comparison between the great Peter Obi and Sowore! It'd be a great sin for anyone to do so. Currently in Nigeria, Peter Obi is the ONLY CLEAN AND UPRIGHT Political Leader in the history of Nigeria who patiently and indefatigably BUILT for himself a GOOD POLITICAL TESTIMONY that has showcased his unequal, compassionate and overwhelming COMPETENCE which has naturally made him the ONLY GOOD CHOICE for Nigeria's PRESIDENT. Peter Obi is very compassionate, loving, disciplined, humble, accessible, straightforward, deeply dedicated, dependable, credible, creative, courageous, committed, cooperative, COMPETENT and more. He's the kind of person that people like Femi and Sowore should find solace in going closer to and learn from him and support him. He should be your good mentor! Genuinely submit to him! Share your brilliant ideas with him and join his team. All the genuinely good people and brilliant minds should rally around Peter Obi. That's the spirit of patriotism which even Prof Pat Utomi and some others in Labour Party exhibited. Look at his VP, for example, he's absolutely brilliant and humble! You need to hear his VP, Dr. Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed, speak. You'd just love the kind of good team that Peter Obi is building. Thank God for saving us from that old, primitive and illiterate vampire. 3. You mentioned EQUITY in one of your brilliant video chats. By EQUITY, therefore, if we still have any Fear of God left, no other tribe should come out to contest the presidency except those from the South East so that we can choose the best candidate among them, just like some highly respected and patriotic Yoruba elders publicly concurred with. However, the amazing Peter Obi is still the unequally good, better and best presidential candidate who has been TRULY TRIED, TESTED AND TRUSTED. His experience with public trust is so historic, uncommon, and unequal. It's something so expensive that no amount of money can buy. His achievements are truly inestimable! So, anyone making derogatory statements or remarks about Peter Obi is actually an AGENT OF DARKNESS. God bless the truly amazing incoming President Peter Obi...!
You are a very good analyst. From your writing, I can happily say indeed righteousness builds a nation, a people, a man, Peter Obi, chose to be righteous, and the God of righteousness will surely lift him up and build him up.
Hmmmm, I took my time to read these, you're absolutely correct, Peter Obi already has a track record that we can always go back to, but on the other hand, Sowore only has a plan but haven't experienced power before, this thing is very simple, as they always say that we can only trust what we have tried, power changes a lot of people, but we can see here through past record that that same power didn't corrupt Peter Obi, and that's why he is one of the finest presidential candidate Nigeria have ever had, I just hope people like Barr Dele be an adviser to Peter Obi and we are sure that he will add benefits to Peter Obi ministration.... Let's keep praying and campaigning for Peter Obi and we are sure that victory is certain...
Omo Kai u said it all. And I believe we should ask him about restructuring the country. We can present it to him as part of what he should do. What do u think sir???
Dele farotimi should more famous. I am in gambia and I always listen to him fervently. He speaks with authority and reminds me of the late Christopher hitchens. He is welcome to visit the gambia anytime.
I think Prof counters his own argument when he accedes that restructure is an unpopular topic in the north. Obi-Datti would be shooting them selves in the foot by prioritising restructure now when they are seeking to gain power against incumbent and unbelievably formidable opponents. I’ve heard Obi talk about restructure, and I think it was wise to present his intentions on restructure strictly from the stand point of the benefits derivable to the different regions of Nigeria. This softly softly approach would, if they make it to Aso rock, help them buy the credibility and political credit through delivery of low hanging fruits, to then embark on such a gargantuan change. It would be certain failure to make it the priority now, it will come eventually.
Well I'd say that from my understanding of what the professor is trying to as pertaining to the "restructure" being unpopular topic in the north. Is that the only way Peter obi and the OBIdience can gain grand is not just to talk about the problem Nigerians already know the problem. Think of a new Nigeria which is basically (restructuring) sell it to us if its something we can buy then leave it to us to decide....I for one am part of those rooting for Obi but he needs to do better than that. This media as we see it is just a fiction of the real world.
@@adelodunfatimah7333 Realistically, northern Nigeria is NOT going to consider restructure NOW, so why sell a product that is guaranteed to fail. Some parts of southern Nigeria want restructure, but without the north it’s not Nigeria. So, what can we do now to move forward? Focus on the things that both north and south would want, even if it’s not their preferred choice: 1. Economy, 2. Effective education geared towards economic productivity. 3. Turning around our existing institutions and ways of working towards greater productivity and accountability. The plan being, if Obi Datti can deliver to a significant degree on these, they would have earned the trust and political capital to sell restructure to the nation, especially the north, not as some utopian cure all, but strictly for its demonstrable benefits for the now and the future. Nobody who champions restructure now, would get it passed even at the local govt level in over 50% of Nigeria. The populace needs to be afforded time and education on the subject to appreciate its benefits and trade offs. We can’t continue like this until then. You see my point?
I think what Prof is saying is that the idea of restructuring needs to be explained in clear terms and sold to the north. Cos in the end it will benefit them. As things are now this structure is dragging the entire country backwards.
I agree with you. The North is so "advantaged" the way things are, that getting power will be much more difficult for the Obi/Datti ticket if they start talking about restructuring at this time.
I don't agree with the gentleman. Abiola talked too much and they never allowed him to get there. Same with Awolowo. We have seen enough of Obi to know that he is the real deal. It is easier when one gets to power to carry out his vision. Wisdom dictates that people support Obi, and the revolution is growing.
Well... Even Karl max theories were opposed, you have your right not to agree with him, but you can't deny the fact that all he said are nothing but the truth. You can't disagree with everything he said because he seems like he stands with Sowore. If we are to tell ourselves the truth, we really do need a plan and a direction and that's why His Excellency Peter Obi needs to sit and talk with him, he or his ideas needs to be in the team of pilots to move this great nation ahead. I stand with Peter Obi anyway. Nigeria Kuchalo. Africa Kuchalo!
Exactly why is he talking about sowore U want obi to talk about restructing so they can use it against him Obi is OK sir If you don't find him enough Come out as president since you know what to do
@@Veramixsclothing Your talking like you know Obi personally. 50% of obi supporters are just followers who crave HOPE. Blind followers. This peter obi thing is all hype, he seemingly seems like the better of the two presidents.
As long as I'm concerned, Obi has made his perspective crystal clear. Those who support him know where he stands. We don't need some propaganda papers FOR NOW. We have had them in the past and nothing good ever came out of them. All we need now is CHARACTER and PERSPECTIVE; he has demonstrated that to us. We are trying to change the status quo, not to model it. On the issue of restructuring, he also made that clear. He talked about states police to tackle insecurity. And so many other bits that are part of restructuring. For a country like Nigeria, you can't be that audacious in dealing with national issues. It has to be systematic.
You are getting Dele wrong. Yes Obi might have a good intention for we the Nigerians, but if after his tenure his successor go back to spoil all what he has built wouldn’t that have been a wasted effort?
@@olorunfemibernard8855 are you saying that Peter Obi should start worrying about who comes after him even before winning the election? That's the chain we want to break. If he wins and after completing his tenure, tries to impose someone on us, he will collect wotowoto - no matter how good he performs. We don't want analysis paralysis. Our fathers have kept us down with that for so long. Now, we want to do things the youth way, the way the rest of the prosperous world is doing their politics.
I love and respect Dele Foratimi so much like I do Falana, but I must point out that some of his views expressed here are unrealistic. The northern electorate are not educated enough to reason at his level. They rely on the feudal class to direct them, hence prior to having the power in one's hand, one must be wary of upsetting the apple cart. Restructuring is a threat to the ruling class in the north, who are ideologically bankrupt to see or understand anything beyond a Nigeria with oil to fill their pockets, and their followership too uneducated to have a capacity for critical thinking and the ability to reason for themselves outside what the "ruining" class - apologies to Dele Foratimi - tells them to do. Hence, I think the path Obi is taking is right: keep your ideas that are a threat to the northern ruling class close to one's chest. Win the election. Use your power first to change the composition of the national assembly, then push for the change. It is like confronting an armed person unarmed. Until you have unarmed this person, you can't control what he does. And until you have unarmed him, you must approach carefully. The most important thing to me at this stage is to have persons with integrity, who we know will have the will to make the change happen. Obi has a track record that we can judge him by. Sowore has none, and therefore represents a greater risk to take a chance on. Also, the role that Sowore played in enthroning Buhari in 2015 raises doubt regarding his commitment to affecting a change in Nigeria. Sowore must therefore be disregarded at this point and for the foregoing reasons. Let Obi's record speak for him. He need not say more than he needs to say.
Shhhh no point. Thrash The fact that u can write this much doesn't mean u are educated vote for whoever u want and let others also do the same without blaming anybody. Simple
It is important to note here that a majority of the Nigerian electorate are not intellectuals like Dele Farotimi and a candidate must find a middle ground of engagement to appeal to the entire spectrum. Dealing with the constitution is not so difficult because there's an existing body of recommendations from a constitutional conference which any president can implement, and Obi's stated position on devolution of powers should leave no one in doubt about his willingness to implement that report if he becomes president
You would have to appreciate Prof’s excellent points from the point of theoretical and logical purity, which hardly ever materialises in reality. Clearly, he approves of Showore’s written plan. That tells us his bias towards intellectual theoretical alignment to certain ideal. A look through history shows that in reality, those writs only provide a guide at best, and the most well written ones never achieved anything bcos the actors, who have the natural and experiential credentials, and are lucky enough to be accorded power by the people, use the bits of it that are applicable in their time to achieve greatness for their nations. I don’t know what Showore should do to command the credibility and mass believability currently accorded to Obi. Obi had the privilege of being governor for 8 years, maybe Showore should try the same, that would help him more than any other thing.
You have oil in your head you said it well. Majority of the North are not educated and it will be wrong for open to tell them point black that he get to power today then he will restructure Nigeria tomorrow where you knows they so much depend on oil money and seaport money from South. You need their vote and won't go that way. Abiola was talking too much at his time and they made sure he never get to the seat. You can't tell the current leader that once you get there you will probe him and put him in jail for life and you expect him not do anything to make sure you won't get there. Even it happened in Gambia where the elected president was saying things he will do when he get to power then the current president said he won't step down and Nigeria plus AU has to intervene to reach agreement that he won't prove him before he agreed to step down. The North are almost completely opposite the South in their way of life, understanding and mentality.
Always on point sir, l must say here that when they say the north it doesn't mean the elite north but rather the poor and uneducated the people who never understand any other language nor know any person or beautiful structures you intend to sell to them...go to the north today and tell them you want to bring reform they will never understand you or trust you except it's one their own. So once the elite or emir tells them no they go by it in droves. Remember Sanusi who wanted to refine his people with a new way of life in tune with modern and acceptable trend, he was disgracefully dethroned. You can't sell restructuring until you get there....there's hope
Avoid using the likes if Sanusi to potray good example of a leader. Sanusi is no saint, he's part of the Feudist lineage. In fact, history has it that Sanusi is/was an extremist with an alleged murder case. Check who beheaded Akaluka an Igbo trader who resided in Kano with his family.
@@johnmark8597 A very nice take @John Mark but I'd beg to disagree on how the people in the core northern part of Nigeria think, the North Central as an exception due to many other tribe present amongst them... Buhari visited a Eid prayer ground in the North today for the celebration of Sallah and I tell you that I was shocked seeing tons of people especially the poor masses waving, laughing, cheering and praising Buhari, some are even praying for him...It was there that I lose all hope in believing that there's something that can be done to change the mind of those lots...I couldn't hold back my tears and anger seeing a region where people are being killed, kidnapped, displaced still cheering up their oppressor. So what I'll say the pace at which Peter Obi is taking things is encouraging and obviously has ignited a glimpse of hope to the people... The first thing to do is to get to that seat first and from there he can actually make things happen.
In fact Dele is one of the most guy that has Nigeria at heart, I like him with passion, dear GOD ALMIGHTY, PLEASE, in wisdom, please add more to him, in knowledge you has it all, please install more to him, please dear ALMIGHTY GOD, at last please LOVE HIM, and direct his mind
@@saiduishaqabbagana6997 fool you are the ones that voted buhari , I believe you are feeling the heat , i know you are not okay , if you like vote tinubu
Enimakure. You are our mind and you have just spoken. Farotimi is journalists' delight and an irresistible public critic with accurate and bold delivery. More grease, more grace & more strength.
Infact I always ❤ listening to this man, Everything about him is Absolutely 💯% 👌 Truth. I never get tired 😫 listening to him. Bless you 🙏 ♥ brother, love from London.
Honestly speaking! Well educated and full of wisdom. Always speaking and analysing with high vocabularies to the point that you have to keep your dictionary by your side and tighten your sit belt 😄😄😄
It's my second time listening to Dele on political issues and on the 2023 election, and I can say this: 1) He understands that the time favours Obi more, and he passionately wish that Obi should be more decisive and direct on the structure of the nation. 2) He wants to see Nigeria work, and he is ready to do whatever it takes to achieve that.
Peter Obi said there a state in Nigeria that can’t spend N1billion on educating its pupils in schools but the same state spent over N1billion buying Toyota prado jeeps for its state house assembly members. Yet this same populace in the same state will vote APC & PDP come 2023 and still be questioning God why Nigeria is not progressing. Truly , every populace deserves the leaders it gets.
A labour party governed states would do the same. Its in our blood. Lets be honest with ourselves. The system is too weak and corrupt. U need to fix the system first.
Very intelligent man, Peter Obi needs to watch this interview, so that he will be more coordinated. This is the type of people we need for a better society. Everything he said is facts and truth 💯 👏
His argument here won't hold water. The topic of restructuring is so sensitive that no smart politician should put all the cards on the table before they get in. Besides we have an illiterate majority in the North - they listen and take in whatever their leaders tell them verbatim.
Well said, but Obi talked about restructuring Nigeria I watched it live on TVC station 2days ago when he made mentioned that labour party and nnpp are not in line together, but will announce his running mate before Friday, which he has announced yesterday June 7th, Obi has talked about restructuring Nigeria inline with what the proff is talking about, let's give Obi the chance to take Nigeria to our glory land with the new Nigeria plans, to restructure Nigeria and to make Nigeria a productive nation, a manufacturing nation and not a consuming natio. God bless Nigeria. Obedient is our votes.
Peter Obi has been very consistent on how he will reposition Nigeria. Once he gets into power, it could be easier for him to begin to implement restructuring agenda.
Remember the powers that be in the Houses of Assembly and Reps.who might definitely be from the other parties . They are important in decision makings too. Will they pass such a bill? If not, what can a Sowore or a PO do?
@@hopealivewithevang.olubunm2287 So long as he provides a bill that will solve a problem in the country, they will have no choice but accept the bill because he is the president
Uncle Dele. We have heard your idea and am very sure Peter Obi will take cognizant of your view. In fact, we may need your expertise in the long run if need be.
You have made a lot of sense and I wish Obi can listen, but you have only one vote too, are you waiting to be led or willing to lead? If you join your voice with the right people trying to lead, you can also make that change you seek sir! If you know Sowore can do it galvanize for him, if it’s Obi do same. Or just simply preach the war that’s the other option you gave. All am saying is pick a side for the change you desire simple!
All i here Dele saying is "we have to " "we have to" and I am asking who are this we!!! He has clearly articulated the two best options we have going forward......my question then is why is he taking forever to pitch side and throw his weight openly with any of these options he has alluded to....rather he sits pretty on the fence and keeps postulating......so for me this is all grandstanding, motion without movement...
I donot think Mr. Obi will have to be carrying his manifesto all over the place. I know at one point or the other he had alluded to some of his strategies on the hows. The last time l heard him at Arise news, he spoke of his own model of restructuring and subsidies. He was objective and clear on his methodologies. Even so, stuffs are evolving…. and you count one before you count two. Nigeria is a meticulous enclave. That’s it.
My God! Dele Farotimi is just amazing. Such brilliance and precision. Top-notch English command. I just love him. Alot of facts stated here. God please give us Peter for the rescue of Nigeria.
I have always loved this man. I stand for restructuring anytime anyday. I am obidient to the core and I hope Peter Obi will restructure the country via the constitution. We will have to ask him as a block and also stand and present it as part of our request. We can also engage with pat utomi and find out what their plans are for restructuring via changing the constitution. Thank you so much sir, much respect for standing for the truth
Yes , I agree with you sir. I hope Peter Obi will speak on this before election. But I also think that Our Excellence Peter Obi knows he needs to be cautious with time, movement and everything. So let’s watch and see
This Dele made a lot of positive points here. This is kind of man that should be giving advice to any president. Nigeria can actually work if intellectuals with integrity and practical experience work together without selfish interests. This man needs to be in Peter Obi's team. I know we still have such Nigerians who live in Nigeria and abroad.
As a businessman Obi wants to begin from the economy. That's his plan. Farotimi seems to be of the fallacy that only a conversation about restructuring amounts to a real plan.
Revelation is imminent coming 2023. Either your PVC or GUN, you're right sir. Your wisdom is unimaginable , cut and dynamic in putting things as it is, kudo to you Dele.
God continues to blessed that unprecedented learned knowledgeable powerful knowing knowledge. The facts that gave birth to reality. Thank you so much Sir.
If you think most Nigerians are knowledgeable then you are in for a shock. Restructuring is a taboo word for any politician because poverty, tribal and religious sentiment are reasons working against it. Sowore's manifesto is the reason why he is not yet the president.
I beg to differ! Non of those things you mentioned can surface under the atmosphere of efficient leadership runs on credible institutions and viable systems
Obi can't build the country alone, he needs people like the speaker, They've been talking and criticizing all governments, and now we have somebody we could call our own, what is the speaker doing to help Peter Obi and Nigerians to achieve this success we are all yearning for? it's not Peter Obi's fight alone.
@@otunbabankole50 He DID if you listened well please! Didn't he mention among others the idea of cutting down the cost of governance tremendously?🤔. Isn't this and high corruption the bane of the doom in Nigeria over the years. Let's face facts.
2023 ELECTION and the three major Candidates. This is the first time Nigeria will have 3 Candidates vying for the top job. This Post looks at their REASONS, WHY, CLAIMS and HOW. The three major candidates and their parties are: Tinubu- APC. Atiku- PDP Obi- LP REASONS: 1. Tinubu of APC said it is his turn to be President. 2. Atiku of PDP said he can unite Nigeria. 3. Obi of LP said Nigerians should take back their Country from the corrupt politicians. WHY: Tinubu said he made several people to be Governors, Senators and even the President. Therefore, his friends he helped with several political favors should pave way for him to be President. Atiku said he married Hausa, Yoruba and Igbo wives. Therefore he can use his experience as a good husband to unite a divided Nigeria. Obi said he cannot sleep because of the high rise of insecurity, poverty and disunity in the country. CLAIMS: Tinubu of APC claims he drew the master plan of Lagos and the Governors he made in Lagos followed his plans. He hopes to replicate this same method as President of Nigeria. Atiku of PDP claims during his time as VP, he headed the Economy and sold Government enterprises. He hopes to sell more Government enterprises if he becomes President. Obi of LP claims he developed the educational sector in Anambra when he was Governor. He said he stopped the rampant kidnappings, cut down cost of running Government and saved monies for the next administration. HOW: Tinubu got many APC Presidential aspirants to step down for him and believes his elite friends should support him because he had been generous to their aspirations in the past. He has been issuing quotes and paid many delegates to win the APC primaries. Atiku had great sponsors who paid delegates and got Tambuwal to step down for him at the last minute to make him the winner. He believes he has tried severally to be President hence this is his last chance. Obi was encouraged to join the race by many ordinary Nigerians. But he wasn't happy with the proposed payments to delegates. He left PDP to join the LP and since then, the LP has witnessed a rise in new membership. DISCUSSIONS: Tinubu doesn't make regular TV appearances. He sends media aides to talk for him where they spend airtime looking for how to fault Obi. His background is very controversial. Atiku lives in Dubai but hopes his aides are doing the job for him. He doesn't appear on TV or consults directly. His aides have not told the people what Atiku will do to save Nigeria other than focus on ways to counter Obi. Obi went to Egypt to learn more about their electricity sector. He appears regularly on TV to explain things himself. He has brought many comparisons on how to make Nigeria great again using examples from China, Dubai and even America. His famous word is "go and verify". Fellow Nigerians, let's put aside tribe, religion and region and talk about this post so we can vote wisely in 2023. Thanks for reading and please share on all platforms.
Excellent analysis and the best so far since 1999. This brings my interest back to politics and discourse again. I gave up months ago. What a brilliant man.
I have read through the comments which I always do and have seen that Nigerians are becoming more assertive in their beliefs and thoughts about their conviction especially about what they want in the next political dispensation no matter who speaks...
Dele D Law. I often tell people to listen to you whenever you speak. These are Nigerian we talked about. You can't be push aside. Dele you will join the builders of this New Nigeria. Surely you are in the waiting list. I predict.long life
@Dele Farotimi - I respect your opinion but with respect I must also state to you that it is a lot easier to sit on the side and talk. Nigeria is still an illiterate majority country and the ruling class, particularly those in the North, will do everything possible to stop anyone that lays all the cards on the table. Just read Okonjo-Iweala's Fighting Corruption is Dangerous and Reforming the Unreformable. Saying or thinking that it's as easy as laying it out on the table actually tells me that Farotimi doesn't fully get the dynamic challenges Nigeria is facing. Obi has consistently said he will listen to the issue of restructuring and I agree that the subject is so sensitive that it needs a political answer until one gets into power. Who exactly does Farotimi believe Obi can speak to in relatable terms. Please! That's just soundbite talk, not as easy as said. I disagree with Farotimi on this one. Showore has one right? Well, let's see him win then. Yes, the people in Plateau, Bauchi are some of them. All is takes is for their leaders who they respect to convince them with lies that it means no oil resource to them and they actually listen. Again, we have an illiterate majority, Mr Farotimi. By the way, I agree we should restructure. But it's a topic any smart politician would need to be smart about until they're in power.
It’s a lie. If Obi comes up with total change of 1999 constitution, and tell “WE” the people what he wanted to change it to, lots of literates Nigerians will convince the illiterates to vote for him. This is all what Dele is saying
Its rare to meet Nigerians that are willing to think critically amidst the ethnic furore and media manipulations. Word and action are two different things. Whatever the case, restructuring is the way, but going about it requires finesse and tactics, considering the vast majority of Nigerians are poor, uneducated and are easily manipulated by their leaders. I salute everyone who still hopes in Nigeria, you guys are the real MVP.
Thank you for vision Dele and I share your frustrations. I think you need to be expose more into how the country is wired. You're one of the best that wants the best for the country. Would like to meet with you because I have 120 questions for you. You're a true citizen and please watch your back but I'm sure that the Lord is with you.
Never the less Obi still remain our best and only hope,let's get him to power and persuade him for restructure, swore should go start as local government counsellor,he has nothing to offer to a destroyed country like Nigeria
Peter Obi talks about State policing and I believe is part of restructuring. The video is out there Sir and Peter Obi is open to advice at all time Sir. Thank you for just and educational speech
i watching for 5mins straight then i paused and pinch myself to know if i as asleep as usual, only to realize that what the man was saying is exactly what i'm supposed to be listening to. this is real, all ears needs to not just listen but to to listen attentively. wisdoms was punching my ears. it felt good to listen.
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This man is so learned, so educated, so articulated, so intelligent, so broad, so bold and so frank.
I love him as a father
I agree
He is one of a kind! SAN Femi Falana and Prof.Wole Soyinka stock like.👌
A simple market women knows he's or her right or they can do what happened in Delta state election
@@hopealivewithevang.olubunm2287 pls leave Falana out of this, he is not as brave as Dele, he's selective in his criticisms, he never condemns anything done by Tinubu etc
I can listen to Dele Farotimi speak all day; the man sabi... I especially like the fact that he is quite objective when talking about the Peter Obi and Yele Sowore aspirations. Got to respect that!
because he is telling you what you want to hear
@@DonDadafilm Do you have points to discredit anything he said?
@@DonDadafilm Kindly tell us any bad things he has said
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@@DonDadafilm Let's have your side to his points that you feel otherwise. Or you have you point at all to benefit anybody.
This is the bravest man I know.
He speaks without fear o f anybody.
I love his energy.
They should adopt confab
Dele Farotimi will make you to love English. He is a communicator, an orator, a very briliance soul. When he speaks, I listen carefully, keenly and with the notion that I wanna learn more from him.
Barr. Farotimi, I respect you, Sir. I am sure Mr. Peter Obi will hear this and reach out. God bless you Sir.
He should talk to Peter Obi honestly
Obi listen to this man oh
He can make a very good adviser to Peter obi
My God!!!!…How could Dele have described this Tinubu and Atiku as a mongreal and Alsatian…Raw and fearless…Great love for you sir
Dele is so academically sound with high level of awareness. I give it to him
There is a 'Dele Farotimi' in every state in Nigeria. If 36 Dele Farotimi's speak at the same time, Nigeria will listen, Africa will listen, the world will listen and out of shame, Nigeria will be forced to change.
Farotimi should document and articulate his proposed solutions and intentionally make it available to OBI. If Nigeria becomes better, it is for all of us. We need all hands on deck, not complainers in the media. I respect his frankness, though.
Or rather, Obi should get men such as Farotimi to draft these documents and chart the way forward.
Obi or his advisers should be the ones to reach out to Farotimi.
I admire his wealth of knowledge. however, Obidatti is the way
You need to read his second book imperative of the Nigeria revolution. He clearly stated what should be done there to bring Nigeria out of this mess
@@makindebabatunde2618 Good, since the book is in the public space, am sure Obi and his team will consider it, among other suggested solutions profferred by the good people who want a New Nigeria. United we stand.
Once I see any clip of Farotimi I've not watched I click immediately, dude spills gospel
😂😂😂
No be lie oooo
I don't know why I love this man. He's a born genius.
Peter Obi is talking about restructuring in many ways. State Police, subsidy removal, and technically isolating LG from money allocation rather than to use it as development. It is gradual. Peter Obi knows this things. He is a politician. He knows all these things Farotimi is saying
Don't mind Farotimi jare, all he does is talk. At least, Obi makes himself available. Talk is cheap!
I have heard Peter obe dudge the question of restructuring atleast 3 times from different interviers why that when we all agree that that's the only way to a progressive country as it stands today
@@kellykoko6543 I am assuming that's why you would prefer to vote in Tinubu or Atiku who would not even accept to be interviewed so they can be asked critical questions, right?
@@kellykoko6543 Cuz he is wise. He is going to be elected not appointed. The Northern elites who benefits from the system control 98% of voting WILL of the North. Dabbling into that area is Tantamount to political suicide. They will not vote for him. Majority of those voting from the North have no will, they only vote who they asked to vote. They don't understand what you are talking about restructuring.
We desperately needs Him to be there, first.. When he begins to make the change, they common people will begin to feel the change that time it'll no longer be in the hands of their controllers.
Dele is learned, processes and understands realities within his profound academic spectacle but 90% of the rest are not in any situation to understand.
We have seen the personality of Obi He isn't selfish we trust that he will do the best for the country.
Omoyele is an investigative journalist and a very good one. So has fact and details of many sectors.
Obi needs more people that can feed him with what is happening in details in many areas in Nigeria. Before he can draft a comprehensive plan.
Please you people should be giving this man 2 hrs at least..I never wanted this interview to end
Dele is full of wisdom but campgne has not started for obi to tell Nigerians his manifestos, so let's all support obi to get there for betterment of Nigeria
I also have the same opinion about what he was saying. I am afraid if Obi wins the 2019 constitution , swore on the same constitution to obey and uphold. They will use the same constitution to impeach him. That constitution must go .
@@ladipokehindeogunleye9382 what exactly are the problems with this constitution. Just asking please
Kudos to your brilliant thoughts, Barr. Dele Farotimi.
My bold and clear submissions are as follows:
1. Sowore and his likes MUST become a governor first and show us in practical terms that he can handle public trust. Otherwise, words are very cheap. Words are so cheap that brilliant 419s can use well-structured words to dupe people.
After Sowore has become governor for 8 years and his bank account is not filled with billions as we all know he's not a billionaire yet and his State is transformed according to his thorough planning, then we can practically believe that he can be trusted with the presidency. He deserves the opportunity to be practically tried and tested.
I remember when Oshiomole was a brilliant activist like Sowore, he used great and creative words to persuade us and we loved him just as we love Barr Dele. But after he became governor for 8 years, Oshiomole became a billionaire from being a civil servant by looting public funds and he joined the political vampires that are destroying us. He even had the effrontery to ask other looters like him to decamp to the verified criminal APC for shelter where their sins will be forgiven. So, what people say and what people do are two different things. It is better to do than to talk. Leadership is all about COMPETENCE AND COMPASSION.
Eheh, I also remember Dino Milaye, Sowore's co-labourer in activism and very close associate. After he became a Senator, he's now a billionaire who has shown us his great mansions, fleets of most expensive cars that should be more than 30 of them, as his achievements. He has obviously looted public funds meant for the development of his people which is why he has been harrased severally by EFCC and police. So, he has a bad political testimony and has practically become one of the political vampires which is why he'd naturally support a political vampire like Atiku whom he hopes to join in the continuous looting of public money. No political vampire, like Ekweremadu and Co, would vote Peter Obi because they'd not see a kobo to steal.
2. Peter Obi is not the talking type but one who believes in action more than words. You will hear him say, "Why wasting precious time".
When you unbiasly listen to Peter Obi, you will see a man who speaks with a pure heart, with energy, with passion and with compassion. It is written, "OUT OF THE ABUNDANCE OF THE HEART, THE MOUTH SPEAKS.". If he speaks 100%, he actually plans to do 10,000% owing to the superior capacity of the federal government to access great funds in billions of dollars.
Peter Obi loves results more than words. He loves to see where the action is taking place. That's why he went to Egypt and over 30 more countries of the world to see things for himself and he made great contacts and connections.
Peter Obi has the most expensive virtue called GOOD CHARACTER. Any NORMAL person can only trust him to deliver because of his uncompromising character and commitment to always do what is right.
Doing what is right, is the reason Peter Obi shut doors against the political vampires around him who wanted to steal public money and that earned him impeachment which he later recovered through court. By his consistent good character alone, he qualifies to be trusted with any position of public trust in the world.
No wonder, he was trusted by some multinational companies around the world to be their Executive Director and he also became the Chairman of three great banks before he resigned.
His consistent good character in all his public life even before 1999 is the reason he has such solid boldness to even challenge all the political vampires in power who think he's like one of them to GO AND VERIFY.
With all his obvious good claims that should greatly annoy the political vampires, especially now that he has no supposed godfather, even buhari's bulldogs, the mighty EFCC, who have all the investigative resources and connections, have not been able to find just one wrongdoing against Peter Obi till tomorrow. Something they are desperately seeking to find and will be very happy to find if at all they can because the man is very CLEAN. They should rather give him a historic award of excellence in public trust. And that is a greater reason to sincerely trust Peter Obi.
It is the same GOOD CHARACTER of the simply amazing Peter Obi that made him to reject some juicy things due him as a governor which includes lands, money, etc. He shared all his Security Votes with all the schools and hospitals in his State. He also left over 75billion for the new administration. And before he left office, he removed his own name from receiving pension that is due governors which comes in hundreds of millions of Naira annually (over 400 million. Sokoto is 700million) with some incentives like brand new Jeeps, etc, since 2014 till date. That is a very GOOD, RARE AND UNCOMMON CHARACTER which qualifies him to be trusted! No politician in the history of Nigeria has done that! He's the ONLY ONE! He has practically shown outstanding, unequal, unmatched and very high superior COMPETENCE. There's obviously no room for comparison between the great Peter Obi and Sowore! It'd be a great sin for anyone to do so.
Currently in Nigeria, Peter Obi is the ONLY CLEAN AND UPRIGHT Political Leader in the history of Nigeria who patiently and indefatigably BUILT for himself a GOOD POLITICAL TESTIMONY that has showcased his unequal, compassionate and overwhelming COMPETENCE which has naturally made him the ONLY GOOD CHOICE for Nigeria's PRESIDENT.
Peter Obi is very compassionate, loving, disciplined, humble, accessible, straightforward, deeply dedicated, dependable, credible, creative, courageous, committed, cooperative, COMPETENT and more. He's the kind of person that people like Femi and Sowore should find solace in going closer to and learn from him and support him. He should be your good mentor! Genuinely submit to him! Share your brilliant ideas with him and join his team.
All the genuinely good people and brilliant minds should rally around Peter Obi. That's the spirit of patriotism which even Prof Pat Utomi and some others in Labour Party exhibited. Look at his VP, for example, he's absolutely brilliant and humble! You need to hear his VP, Dr. Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed, speak. You'd just love the kind of good team that Peter Obi is building. Thank God for saving us from that old, primitive and illiterate vampire.
3. You mentioned EQUITY in one of your brilliant video chats. By EQUITY, therefore, if we still have any Fear of God left, no other tribe should come out to contest the presidency except those from the South East so that we can choose the best candidate among them, just like some highly respected and patriotic Yoruba elders publicly concurred with. However, the amazing Peter Obi is still the unequally good, better and best presidential candidate who has been TRULY TRIED, TESTED AND TRUSTED. His experience with public trust is so historic, uncommon, and unequal. It's something so expensive that no amount of money can buy. His achievements are truly inestimable!
So, anyone making derogatory statements or remarks about Peter Obi is actually an AGENT OF DARKNESS.
God bless the truly amazing incoming President Peter Obi...!
You are a very good analyst. From your writing, I can happily say indeed righteousness builds a nation, a people, a man, Peter Obi, chose to be righteous, and the God of righteousness will surely lift him up and build him up.
Good analysis
I hate reading long comment but something asked me to be patients with you. It is worth the patients. Thanks
Hmmmm, I took my time to read these, you're absolutely correct, Peter Obi already has a track record that we can always go back to, but on the other hand, Sowore only has a plan but haven't experienced power before, this thing is very simple, as they always say that we can only trust what we have tried, power changes a lot of people, but we can see here through past record that that same power didn't corrupt Peter Obi, and that's why he is one of the finest presidential candidate Nigeria have ever had, I just hope people like Barr Dele be an adviser to Peter Obi and we are sure that he will add benefits to Peter Obi ministration....
Let's keep praying and campaigning for Peter Obi and we are sure that victory is certain...
Omo Kai u said it all. And I believe we should ask him about restructuring the country. We can present it to him as part of what he should do. What do u think sir???
Dele needs to join Obi’s team as a key adviser. Obi has a listening ear and will welcome good advices.
Technically yes!
I think we just point him out to peter obi
Good.
Òbí has said his manifesto is in Anambra go and verify. But for Nigeria, no any other manifesto.
Qp
Dele is one of the finest brains I have come across in my entire life
I just love this guy, I can listen to him all day, Peter Obi needs to listen to him also, my goodness!!
I was just thinking of same. He needs him as an adviser.
That what on mind too
Dele farotimi should more famous. I am in gambia and I always listen to him fervently.
He speaks with authority and reminds me of the late Christopher hitchens.
He is welcome to visit the gambia anytime.
When farotimi speaks you just have to bring your pen and book to write things down.....very sensible man
You're blessed 🙌 😇 🙏
I need to listen to this man as often as possible. He's extremely intelligent and an amazing orator.
Believe me, you’re the only one that’s opening up saying the whole truth and God will guide and protect you from the hands of the evil ones Amen.
He is not the only one o. Tola Adeniyi also talks plenty of sense.
@@ladbol521 me too
I think Prof counters his own argument when he accedes that restructure is an unpopular topic in the north. Obi-Datti would be shooting them selves in the foot by prioritising restructure now when they are seeking to gain power against incumbent and unbelievably formidable opponents. I’ve heard Obi talk about restructure, and I think it was wise to present his intentions on restructure strictly from the stand point of the benefits derivable to the different regions of Nigeria. This softly softly approach would, if they make it to Aso rock, help them buy the credibility and political credit through delivery of low hanging fruits, to then embark on such a gargantuan change. It would be certain failure to make it the priority now, it will come eventually.
Well I'd say that from my understanding of what the professor is trying to as pertaining to the "restructure" being unpopular topic in the north. Is that the only way Peter obi and the OBIdience can gain grand is not just to talk about the problem Nigerians already know the problem. Think of a new Nigeria which is basically (restructuring) sell it to us if its something we can buy then leave it to us to decide....I for one am part of those rooting for Obi but he needs to do better than that. This media as we see it is just a fiction of the real world.
@@adelodunfatimah7333 Realistically, northern Nigeria is NOT going to consider restructure NOW, so why sell a product that is guaranteed to fail. Some parts of southern Nigeria want restructure, but without the north it’s not Nigeria. So, what can we do now to move forward? Focus on the things that both north and south would want, even if it’s not their preferred choice: 1. Economy, 2. Effective education geared towards economic productivity. 3. Turning around our existing institutions and ways of working towards greater productivity and accountability. The plan being, if Obi Datti can deliver to a significant degree on these, they would have earned the trust and political capital to sell restructure to the nation, especially the north, not as some utopian cure all, but strictly for its demonstrable benefits for the now and the future. Nobody who champions restructure now, would get it passed even at the local govt level in over 50% of Nigeria. The populace needs to be afforded time and education on the subject to appreciate its benefits and trade offs. We can’t continue like this until then. You see my point?
I think what Prof is saying is that the idea of restructuring needs to be explained in clear terms and sold to the north. Cos in the end it will benefit them. As things are now this structure is dragging the entire country backwards.
I agree with you. The North is so "advantaged" the way things are, that getting power will be much more difficult for the Obi/Datti ticket if they start talking about restructuring at this time.
Hearing this man,makes me proud to be a nigerian,prepared,intelligent and presentable.
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I don't agree with the gentleman. Abiola talked too much and they never allowed him to get there. Same with Awolowo. We have seen enough of Obi to know that he is the real deal. It is easier when one gets to power to carry out his vision. Wisdom dictates that people support Obi, and the revolution is growing.
I agree with you, Obafemi Awolowo did himself in when he promised to investigate ITT if he had won!
Well... Even Karl max theories were opposed, you have your right not to agree with him, but you can't deny the fact that all he said are nothing but the truth.
You can't disagree with everything he said because he seems like he stands with Sowore. If we are to tell ourselves the truth, we really do need a plan and a direction and that's why His Excellency Peter Obi needs to sit and talk with him, he or his ideas needs to be in the team of pilots to move this great nation ahead.
I stand with Peter Obi anyway.
Nigeria Kuchalo.
Africa Kuchalo!
Well said.. but the fact remains ..
Exactly why is he talking about sowore
U want obi to talk about restructing so they can use it against him
Obi is OK sir
If you don't find him enough
Come out as president since you know what to do
@@Veramixsclothing Your talking like you know Obi personally. 50% of obi supporters are just followers who crave HOPE. Blind followers. This peter obi thing is all hype, he seemingly seems like the better of the two presidents.
Dele you are the man ..we are at your back labour we need that is peter obi ....love from here 🙋♂️🙋♂️🇹🇭🇹🇭🇹🇭
I could listen to this man all day engaged with keen interest and knowledge acquisition.🙏 Respect to you sir!!
As long as I'm concerned, Obi has made his perspective crystal clear. Those who support him know where he stands. We don't need some propaganda papers FOR NOW. We have had them in the past and nothing good ever came out of them. All we need now is CHARACTER and PERSPECTIVE; he has demonstrated that to us. We are trying to change the status quo, not to model it.
On the issue of restructuring, he also made that clear. He talked about states police to tackle insecurity. And so many other bits that are part of restructuring. For a country like Nigeria, you can't be that audacious in dealing with national issues. It has to be systematic.
You are getting Dele wrong. Yes Obi might have a good intention for we the Nigerians, but if after his tenure his successor go back to spoil all what he has built wouldn’t that have been a wasted effort?
@@olorunfemibernard8855 it is not us that will elect who comes after him.
@@olorunfemibernard8855 are you saying that Peter Obi should start worrying about who comes after him even before winning the election? That's the chain we want to break. If he wins and after completing his tenure, tries to impose someone on us, he will collect wotowoto - no matter how good he performs. We don't want analysis paralysis. Our fathers have kept us down with that for so long. Now, we want to do things the youth way, the way the rest of the prosperous world is doing their politics.
Am voting 4 Obi but, u be mumu if u can not comprehend what u just listened to..Obi always dodge the restructuring question...
@@newtonx4542 is it me you're calling mumu?
I love and respect Dele Foratimi so much like I do Falana, but I must point out that some of his views expressed here are unrealistic. The northern electorate are not educated enough to reason at his level. They rely on the feudal class to direct them, hence prior to having the power in one's hand, one must be wary of upsetting the apple cart. Restructuring is a threat to the ruling class in the north, who are ideologically bankrupt to see or understand anything beyond a Nigeria with oil to fill their pockets, and their followership too uneducated to have a capacity for critical thinking and the ability to reason for themselves outside what the "ruining" class - apologies to Dele Foratimi - tells them to do. Hence, I think the path Obi is taking is right: keep your ideas that are a threat to the northern ruling class close to one's chest. Win the election. Use your power first to change the composition of the national assembly, then push for the change. It is like confronting an armed person unarmed. Until you have unarmed this person, you can't control what he does. And until you have unarmed him, you must approach carefully. The most important thing to me at this stage is to have persons with integrity, who we know will have the will to make the change happen. Obi has a track record that we can judge him by. Sowore has none, and therefore represents a greater risk to take a chance on. Also, the role that Sowore played in enthroning Buhari in 2015 raises doubt regarding his commitment to affecting a change in Nigeria. Sowore must therefore be disregarded at this point and for the foregoing reasons. Let Obi's record speak for him. He need not say more than he needs to say.
Carefully elaborated.
You are on point.💯
Shhhh no point. Thrash
The fact that u can write this much doesn't mean u are educated vote for whoever u want and let others also do the same without blaming anybody. Simple
Ioo% correct
You said it better than I will do. Well said.
Never a dull moment with my man 💪 dele farotimi. Thumbs 👍 up & more grease 2 ur elbows my eloquent tutorial maestro..!! #Respect
It is important to note here that a majority of the Nigerian electorate are not intellectuals like Dele Farotimi and a candidate must find a middle ground of engagement to appeal to the entire spectrum. Dealing with the constitution is not so difficult because there's an existing body of recommendations from a constitutional conference which any president can implement, and Obi's stated position on devolution of powers should leave no one in doubt about his willingness to implement that report if he becomes president
You would have to appreciate Prof’s excellent points from the point of theoretical and logical purity, which hardly ever materialises in reality. Clearly, he approves of Showore’s written plan. That tells us his bias towards intellectual theoretical alignment to certain ideal. A look through history shows that in reality, those writs only provide a guide at best, and the most well written ones never achieved anything bcos the actors, who have the natural and experiential credentials, and are lucky enough to be accorded power by the people, use the bits of it that are applicable in their time to achieve greatness for their nations. I don’t know what Showore should do to command the credibility and mass believability currently accorded to Obi. Obi had the privilege of being governor for 8 years, maybe Showore should try the same, that would help him more than any other thing.
@@nubosite totally agree 👍🏽
You have oil in your head you said it well. Majority of the North are not educated and it will be wrong for open to tell them point black that he get to power today then he will restructure Nigeria tomorrow where you knows they so much depend on oil money and seaport money from South. You need their vote and won't go that way. Abiola was talking too much at his time and they made sure he never get to the seat. You can't tell the current leader that once you get there you will probe him and put him in jail for life and you expect him not do anything to make sure you won't get there. Even it happened in Gambia where the elected president was saying things he will do when he get to power then the current president said he won't step down and Nigeria plus AU has to intervene to reach agreement that he won't prove him before he agreed to step down. The North are almost completely opposite the South in their way of life, understanding and mentality.
Always on point sir, l must say here that when they say the north it doesn't mean the elite north but rather the poor and uneducated the people who never understand any other language nor know any person or beautiful structures you intend to sell to them...go to the north today and tell them you want to bring reform they will never understand you or trust you except it's one their own. So once the elite or emir tells them no they go by it in droves. Remember Sanusi who wanted to refine his people with a new way of life in tune with modern and acceptable trend, he was disgracefully dethroned. You can't sell restructuring until you get there....there's hope
Avoid using the likes if Sanusi to potray good example of a leader. Sanusi is no saint, he's part of the Feudist lineage. In fact, history has it that Sanusi is/was an extremist with an alleged murder case. Check who beheaded Akaluka an Igbo trader who resided in Kano with his family.
@@johnmark8597 A very nice take @John Mark but I'd beg to disagree on how the people in the core northern part of Nigeria think, the North Central as an exception due to many other tribe present amongst them...
Buhari visited a Eid prayer ground in the North today for the celebration of Sallah and I tell you that I was shocked seeing tons of people especially the poor masses waving, laughing, cheering and praising Buhari, some are even praying for him...It was there that I lose all hope in believing that there's something that can be done to change the mind of those lots...I couldn't hold back my tears and anger seeing a region where people are being killed, kidnapped, displaced still cheering up their oppressor.
So what I'll say the pace at which Peter Obi is taking things is encouraging and obviously has ignited a glimpse of hope to the people... The first thing to do is to get to that seat first and from there he can actually make things happen.
In fact Dele is one of the most guy that has Nigeria at heart, I like him with passion, dear GOD ALMIGHTY, PLEASE, in wisdom, please add more to him, in knowledge you has it all, please install more to him, please dear ALMIGHTY GOD, at last please LOVE HIM, and direct his mind
I respect this lawyer ...you are cool AND factual to reasonable FAULT
Keep it up., I like and respect you. 👍🏾
Obi can't build himself, support obi!
🤣 hahahah
@@saiduishaqabbagana6997 fool you are the ones that voted buhari , I believe you are feeling the heat , i know you are not okay , if you like vote tinubu
Enimakure. You are our mind and you have just spoken. Farotimi is journalists' delight and an irresistible public critic with accurate and bold delivery. More grease, more grace & more strength.
Infact I always ❤ listening to this man, Everything about him is Absolutely 💯% 👌 Truth. I never get tired 😫 listening to him. Bless you 🙏 ♥ brother, love from London.
That's why you should always pray for him
Like I know this man. Around alaago meji
@@OBSHOLAONABAJOGANI Alaaago meji?
Honestly speaking! Well educated and full of wisdom. Always speaking and analysing with high vocabularies to the point that you have to keep your dictionary by your side and tighten your sit belt 😄😄😄
It's my second time listening to Dele on political issues and on the 2023 election, and I can say this:
1) He understands that the time favours Obi more, and he passionately wish that Obi should be more decisive and direct on the structure of the nation.
2) He wants to see Nigeria work, and he is ready to do whatever it takes to achieve that.
This maaann...!
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Always point blank. INTELLIGENT MAN!
Peter Obi said there a state in Nigeria that can’t spend N1billion on educating its pupils in schools but the same state spent over N1billion buying Toyota prado jeeps for its state house assembly members. Yet this same populace in the same state will vote APC & PDP come 2023 and still be questioning God why Nigeria is not progressing. Truly , every populace deserves the leaders it gets.
A labour party governed states would do the same. Its in our blood. Lets be honest with ourselves. The system is too weak and corrupt. U need to fix the system first.
@@okeoja4447 If BAT,ATIKU & OBI were to b mistakes,which wud u prefer to make?
@@estherifyikwumelu4113i dont understand ur question?
@@okeoja4447 She's basically asking you to choose between the three "evils".
@@kene6753 and Tinubu is my choice. I expect insults to follow
This is my man any day,he speaks with authority and down to earth analysis on all issues
Very intelligent man, Peter Obi needs to watch this interview, so that he will be more coordinated. This is the type of people we need for a better society. Everything he said is facts and truth 💯 👏
I humbly disagree tho. The issue of restructure is quite sensitive. It should be treated with great caution.
This is my first time of listening to this man , his a brave and outspoken man ... I like him so much and i must follow his page ...
You are truly learned Sir, I really learn and understand more about Nigeria anytime I listen to you. Thank you Sir
I hope people understand this man very well. kudus for you FAROTIMI
So join the movement and give your support to Peter Obi am sure he will listen .
His argument here won't hold water. The topic of restructuring is so sensitive that no smart politician should put all the cards on the table before they get in. Besides we have an illiterate majority in the North - they listen and take in whatever their leaders tell them verbatim.
I am watching this for the 4th time today. This man speaks undeniable truth and fact.
I love this professor I have always loved him for saying the truth
Well said, but Obi talked about restructuring Nigeria I watched it live on TVC station 2days ago when he made mentioned that labour party and nnpp are not in line together, but will announce his running mate before Friday, which he has announced yesterday June 7th, Obi has talked about restructuring Nigeria inline with what the proff is talking about, let's give Obi the chance to take Nigeria to our glory land with the new Nigeria plans, to restructure Nigeria and to make Nigeria a productive nation, a manufacturing nation and not a consuming natio. God bless Nigeria. Obedient is our votes.
Who's this bold Nigerian?
Nigeria the sleeping giant has finally woken up!!!
I love him already for being sincere and patriotic!!!
Peter Obi has been very consistent on how he will reposition Nigeria. Once he gets into power, it could be easier for him to begin to implement restructuring agenda.
Remember the powers that be in the Houses of Assembly and Reps.who might definitely be from the other parties . They are important in decision makings too. Will they pass such a bill? If not, what can a Sowore or a PO do?
@@hopealivewithevang.olubunm2287 So long as he provides a bill that will solve a problem in the country, they will have no choice but accept the bill because he is the president
Else we the citizens will push them lower and upper chamber brothers to append bills that is most beneficial to the Nigeria populace
Like there will be no Fulani or Igbo or Yoruba cabal military to kick his ass...? The cabal has the final say, and they come from all regions.
@@stevenwilliams3015
Iya! Okwu agwu!
Uncle Dele. We have heard your idea and am very sure Peter Obi will take cognizant of your view.
In fact, we may need your expertise in the long run if need be.
You have made a lot of sense and I wish Obi can listen, but you have only one vote too, are you waiting to be led or willing to lead? If you join your voice with the right people trying to lead, you can also make that change you seek sir! If you know Sowore can do it galvanize for him, if it’s Obi do same. Or just simply preach the war that’s the other option you gave. All am saying is pick a side for the change you desire simple!
All i here Dele saying is "we have to " "we have to" and I am asking who are this we!!! He has clearly articulated the two best options we have going forward......my question then is why is he taking forever to pitch side and throw his weight openly with any of these options he has alluded to....rather he sits pretty on the fence and keeps postulating......so for me this is all grandstanding, motion without movement...
You are right ✅. I gave you a 👍 up just after listening to your first statement here! My conviction too. "A dog is a dog" 🐕 😂
I love this man with passion ,I feel informed whenever I listen to him , e dey always my belle
Brilliant presentation as always.
Thank you Mr Dele Farotimi.
I've never seen a man So wise and so grounded on the issues affect every facet of the Nigeria state.
I love this man.... He is wisdom personified. This is the most useful interview I've come across on this platform.
I donot think Mr. Obi will have to be carrying his manifesto all over the place. I know at one point or the other he had alluded to some of his strategies on the hows. The last time l heard him at Arise news, he spoke of his own model of restructuring and subsidies. He was objective and clear on his methodologies. Even so, stuffs are evolving…. and you count one before you count two. Nigeria is a meticulous enclave. That’s it.
Boss you don't understand what this man is saying.
My God! Dele Farotimi is just amazing. Such brilliance and precision. Top-notch English command. I just love him. Alot of facts stated here. God please give us Peter for the rescue of Nigeria.
This is what it means when they say you're educated. Dele Farotimi is just a perfect example!
I love the way he plays with words. He is indeed an orator
I hope PO listens to this guy and do the needful. Restructuring is the way to go.
I have always loved this man. I stand for restructuring anytime anyday. I am obidient to the core and I hope Peter Obi will restructure the country via the constitution. We will have to ask him as a block and also stand and present it as part of our request. We can also engage with pat utomi and find out what their plans are for restructuring via changing the constitution. Thank you so much sir, much respect for standing for the truth
This guy is a thinking man. That being said, the Labour Party has an exceptional pairing of Obi and Baba Yusuf. With them there’s hope for Nigeria.
Yes , I agree with you sir. I hope Peter Obi will speak on this before election. But I also think that Our Excellence Peter Obi knows he needs to be cautious with time, movement and everything. So let’s watch and see
This Dele made a lot of positive points here. This is kind of man that should be giving advice to any president.
Nigeria can actually work if intellectuals with integrity and practical experience work together without selfish interests.
This man needs to be in Peter Obi's team. I know we still have such Nigerians who live in Nigeria and abroad.
Obi will harvest talented Nigerians who are not selfish and I believe Dele will be included when time comes.
Thank you very much Dele Farotimi. I enjoyed the interview . At least it's clear that you made lots of sense. God bless you.
This man is so smart that the interviewer’s voice was shaking 😂🙌🏼
Obi should listen to this man
I really love the part where he said “…all these structures becomes useless because the people themselves are the structure”
I can't stop listening to Dele Farotimi when he is talking .. he is a good communicator I have learned alot from him already ...
As a businessman Obi wants to begin from the economy. That's his plan. Farotimi seems to be of the fallacy that only a conversation about restructuring amounts to a real plan.
Revelation is imminent coming 2023. Either your PVC or GUN, you're right sir. Your wisdom is unimaginable , cut and dynamic in putting things as it is, kudo to you Dele.
God continues to blessed that unprecedented learned knowledgeable powerful knowing knowledge. The facts that gave birth to reality. Thank you so much Sir.
Time for campaigns have not reached yet. Obi will surely show us the pathway when the time comes. Who's with me on this??
Obidatti!!!! We move
MY GOD! I LOVE THIS GUY! I RESPECT HIS BRAIN!! WE NEED PEOPLE LIKE YOU TO ADVISE THESE OUR SO CALLED LEADERS!!!
I can't stop listening to this man. His type is rare.
If you think most Nigerians are knowledgeable then you are in for a shock. Restructuring is a taboo word for any politician because poverty, tribal and religious sentiment are reasons working against it. Sowore's manifesto is the reason why he is not yet the president.
APC won the election on restructuring, it was in their manifesto. PO only need to impact the NC, SW, SE and SS to force political change.
I can listen to this man speak every day
Thank you, Dele.Very intelligent.
So long as we have State of origin, local government origin and religion in our constitution , Nigeria can not move forward.
Exactly, let us remove state of origin because it encourages tribalism. If you’re a Nigerian you’re a Nigerian. Your state of origin is irrelevant
I beg to differ! Non of those things you mentioned can surface under the atmosphere of efficient leadership runs on credible institutions and viable systems
This man is the kind of people whom we need to move Nigeria forward
Obi can't build the country alone, he needs people like the speaker, They've been talking and criticizing all governments, and now we have somebody we could call our own, what is the speaker doing to help Peter Obi and Nigerians to achieve this success we are all yearning for? it's not Peter Obi's fight alone.
He wont bcos he knows too well the challenges of governance. Hence he will sit on the sidelines. Talk is very cheap
You got it!!! That's the point of this Barrister 👌
Obi has never explicated how he would solve any of the problems he likes to enumerate.
@@otunbabankole50 Very true. Obi should make his position on restructuring clear.
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He DID if you listened well please! Didn't he mention among others the idea of cutting down the cost of governance tremendously?🤔.
Isn't this and high corruption the bane of the doom in Nigeria over the years. Let's face facts.
Well spoken and a very intelligent submission. Az
I love listening to this man . Always hitting the nail at right place.
Thank you for actually letting us know where to begin.. I am OBIedient and pray that we look into all you said.
2023 ELECTION and the three major Candidates.
This is the first time Nigeria will have 3 Candidates vying for the top job.
This Post looks at their REASONS, WHY, CLAIMS and HOW.
The three major candidates and their parties are:
Tinubu- APC.
Atiku- PDP
Obi- LP
REASONS:
1. Tinubu of APC said it is his turn to be President.
2. Atiku of PDP said he can unite Nigeria.
3. Obi of LP said Nigerians should take back their Country from the corrupt politicians.
WHY:
Tinubu said he made several people to be Governors, Senators and even the President. Therefore, his friends he helped with several political favors should pave way for him to be President.
Atiku said he married Hausa, Yoruba and Igbo wives. Therefore he can use his experience as a good husband to unite a divided Nigeria.
Obi said he cannot sleep because of the high rise of insecurity, poverty and disunity in the country.
CLAIMS:
Tinubu of APC claims he drew the master plan of Lagos and the Governors he made in Lagos followed his plans. He hopes to replicate this same method as President of Nigeria.
Atiku of PDP claims during his time as VP, he headed the Economy and sold Government enterprises. He hopes to sell more Government enterprises if he becomes President.
Obi of LP claims he developed the educational sector in Anambra when he was Governor. He said he stopped the rampant kidnappings, cut down cost of running Government and saved monies for the next administration.
HOW:
Tinubu got many APC Presidential aspirants to step down for him and believes his elite friends should support him because he had been generous to their aspirations in the past. He has been issuing quotes and paid many delegates to win the APC primaries.
Atiku had great sponsors who paid delegates and got Tambuwal to step down for him at the last minute to make him the winner. He believes he has tried severally to be President hence this is his last chance.
Obi was encouraged to join the race by many ordinary Nigerians. But he wasn't happy with the proposed payments to delegates. He left PDP to join the LP and since then, the LP has witnessed a rise in new membership.
DISCUSSIONS:
Tinubu doesn't make regular TV appearances. He sends media aides to talk for him where they spend airtime looking for how to fault Obi.
His background is very controversial.
Atiku lives in Dubai but hopes his aides are doing the job for him. He doesn't appear on TV or consults directly.
His aides have not told the people what Atiku will do to save Nigeria other than focus on ways to counter Obi.
Obi went to Egypt to learn more about their electricity sector.
He appears regularly on TV to explain things himself. He has brought many comparisons on how to make Nigeria great again using examples from China, Dubai and even America.
His famous word is "go and verify".
Fellow Nigerians, let's put aside tribe, religion and region and talk about this post so we can vote wisely in 2023.
Thanks for reading and please share on all platforms.
Thank you for this.
Excellent analysis and the best so far since 1999. This brings my interest back to politics and discourse again. I gave up months ago. What a brilliant man.
I have read through the comments which I always do and have seen that Nigerians are becoming more assertive in their beliefs and thoughts about their conviction especially about what they want in the next political dispensation no matter who speaks...
Dele D Law. I often tell people to listen to you whenever you speak. These are Nigerian we talked about. You can't be push aside. Dele you will join the builders of this New Nigeria. Surely you are in the waiting list. I predict.long life
@Dele Farotimi - I respect your opinion but with respect I must also state to you that it is a lot easier to sit on the side and talk. Nigeria is still an illiterate majority country and the ruling class, particularly those in the North, will do everything possible to stop anyone that lays all the cards on the table. Just read Okonjo-Iweala's Fighting Corruption is Dangerous and Reforming the Unreformable. Saying or thinking that it's as easy as laying it out on the table actually tells me that Farotimi doesn't fully get the dynamic challenges Nigeria is facing. Obi has consistently said he will listen to the issue of restructuring and I agree that the subject is so sensitive that it needs a political answer until one gets into power. Who exactly does Farotimi believe Obi can speak to in relatable terms. Please! That's just soundbite talk, not as easy as said. I disagree with Farotimi on this one. Showore has one right? Well, let's see him win then.
Yes, the people in Plateau, Bauchi are some of them. All is takes is for their leaders who they respect to convince them with lies that it means no oil resource to them and they actually listen. Again, we have an illiterate majority, Mr Farotimi.
By the way, I agree we should restructure. But it's a topic any smart politician would need to be smart about until they're in power.
It’s a lie. If Obi comes up with total change of 1999 constitution, and tell “WE” the people what he wanted to change it to, lots of literates Nigerians will convince the illiterates to vote for him. This is all what Dele is saying
Absolutely right
U made my day. Talk is very cheap they say.
I always listen when you talk good talk.
Mr Farotimi, please take a stand behind a candidate (ie the solution) so that other follow you behind too.
Its rare to meet Nigerians that are willing to think critically amidst the ethnic furore and media manipulations. Word and action are two different things. Whatever the case, restructuring is the way, but going about it requires finesse and tactics, considering the vast majority of Nigerians are poor, uneducated and are easily manipulated by their leaders.
I salute everyone who still hopes in Nigeria, you guys are the real MVP.
Thank you for vision Dele and I share your frustrations. I think you need to be expose more into how the country is wired. You're one of the best that wants the best for the country. Would like to meet with you because I have 120 questions for you. You're a true citizen and please watch your back but I'm sure that the Lord is with you.
Never the less Obi still remain our best and only hope,let's get him to power and persuade him for restructure, swore should go start as local government counsellor,he has nothing to offer to a destroyed country like Nigeria
Peter Obi talks about State policing and I believe is part of restructuring. The video is out there Sir and Peter Obi is open to advice at all time Sir. Thank you for just and educational speech
23:38 "The English language came to die in Nigeria"- Dele Farotimi 😂😂😂
i watching for 5mins straight then i paused and pinch myself to know if i as asleep as usual, only to realize that what the man was saying is exactly what i'm supposed to be listening to. this is real, all ears needs to not just listen but to to listen attentively. wisdoms was punching my ears.
it felt good to listen.
Dele Farotimi is definitely going to be our Chief Justice Of The Federation…
President Obi puts him forward and the evil 😈 mallar in the NASS won't clear him hahhhhhaa..those guys do not want a modern state.
God bless you well for speaking your mind
I always love listening to Barrister