Goodluck Jonathan; For or Against Corruption?

Celebrating the release from prison of Bode George was not wrong however the way in which it was carried out sent wrong signals to Nigerians and the world.

Most importantly it would cause a dent in the campaign of President Goodluck Jonathan,remember the adage "show me your friends and I would tell you who you are",if President Jonathan is publicly celebrating with known convicts especially one who was imprisoned for misappropriation of funds totalling about 100billion naira then how would he rightfully tell Nigerians that he is against corruption.

We have not forgotten the statement of his former boss late President Yar'adua that the elections that brought them into power in 2007 was irregular and fraught with corruption. Also that while President Goodluck was still the Deputy- Governor of Bayelsa state,his boss Governor Alamieyeseigha was also convicted of public looting.

This poses one question, is President Goodluck Jonathan for or against corruption?
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NUHU our HERO

Youths in Nigeria are faced with one problem,our inability to find good role models and mentors in the political sphere of our society.
I would never refer men like Bode George, James Ibori, Lucky Igbinedion or any of the shameless and selfish politicians to anyone as a reliable person to learn from or emulate, for the hands of these men are dug deep into corruption and unpatriotic acts.

However I cannot help but notice the gentleman Nuhu Ribadu,in a Nation where corruption has become a way of life He has continued to stand out and fight against it.

With his former position as the Chairman of EFCC,he had the opportunity to amass great personal wealth,ignore his duty of care to Nigerians and collude with other wealthy and highly placed Nigerians to rob our Nation and the People of our country's resources. But he chose a path of righteousness and refused to accept millions of dollars as bribe,please tell me how many men you know in Nigeria that can do such,even you reading,can you reject such a great amount if given to you.

In his 4 years in EFCC,he took the commission to great heights and put the fear of the anti corruption agency into the hearts of unclean politicians. He was later victimised for wanting a change,he was demoted all in a bid to punish him,some tried to poison him while others even shot at him.

Nuhu Ribadu is the shinning example of the adage that says "If you cannot beat them,you must stand aloof" and also that "a good name is better than silver or gold", I was once met him at the recent launch of his book in Abuja and I could not help but notice his simple life style and the love he shared with his family. Nuhu truly is a great man.

Nuhu Ribadu is a blessing to Nigeria and we the youths. If we truly want a change in Nigeria,I would urge you all to vote him for President, I for one would.

Do not believe only my words when I refer to Nuhu Ribadu as a true Nigerian hero but you may also carry out your personal investigations and studies into the life of these great man and I am confident you would discover what I also discovered. That a new Nigeria is possible with him at the helm of our affairs.

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23 WAYS TO BE A BETTER NIGERIAN

For those people who are wondering how they can promote a positive image of Nigeria and how they may change the general attitudes of Nigerians through their little daily actions,these are a few tips:
1. Determine to put a smile on the face of one person each day.
2. Pay your tax
3. Participate in commnunal activities within your neighbourhood
4. Register,Participate and Vote in elections
5.Do not cheat others
6.Be your brothers keeper
7.Be more patient on queues
8.Be the change you want
9.Do not vandalise public property
10. Restrain from committing crime
11.Do not offer or collect bribes
12.Drive carefully on high ways and obey traffic regulations
13.Always lend a helping hand
14.Find a way of leaving things better than you met them
15.Do not feel unconcerned about what's happening in your Country
16.Always tell good and inspiring tales about Nigeria
17.Embrace your culture and do not be carried away by European culture
18.Imbibe good morals
19.Be a good ambassador of Nigeria anywhere you are
20.Always uphold the rule of law
21.Ask not what Nigeria can do for you but what you can do for Nigeria
22.Do not conspire with criminals
23.Treat others with respect

If you know any more ways we can help make Nigeria a better place,do not hesitate to leave a comment.
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