Opinion: 5 Reasons Why Buhari Might Win

Following the recent controversies that have trailed Gen Mohammadu Buhari’s decision to contest in the coming presidential elections. Political analyst  Adedayo Ademuwagun, gives 5 reasons why Buhari is so popular right now. Excerpts below

Gen. Buhari

Muhammadu Buhari is probably the most popular politician in the country right now. The hashtag #FeBuhari has been trending on social media and a lot people have been rooting strongly for him around the country. He just might win the election coming up next month. Things are going really well for him.

Dan Etete Warns Patience Jonathan Over Goverbor Dickson

Following the show down between the first lady, Patience Jonathan and the Bayelsa State Governor, Seriake Dickson, a Former Minister of Petroleum Resources, Chief Dan Etete has warned her to stay clear.

Patience Jonathan

The Nation reports that Etete, who spoke at the weekend in Yenagoa at an event to mark his 70th birthday, took a swipe at the First Lady over the alleged meddlesomeness of Mrs. Jonathan in the affairs of the state as well as getting involved with the internal politics of Bayelsa.

OPINION: Time to arrest Oyedepo, Mbaka, others

Recently, Bishop David Oyedepo, the founder of the Living Faith Church also known as Winners Chapel proclaimed that he will open the gate of hell on all those who oppose President Goodluck Jonathan while Father Mbaka showed his support for incumbent President Goodluck Jonathan and later reversed his support for the President. This seems to be the current trend of preachers in Nigeria. 

Rev. Mbaka.

But Naij.com writer and contributor on political issues has come out to argue that clergymen shouldn’t air their political views and he gives his reasons why. Read his piece below.

Jonathan Worships At Winners Chapel

President Goodluck Jonathan made a surprise visit to the Living Faith Church a.k.a Winners’ Chapel International on Sunday where he worshiped.

President Goodluck arriving Living Faith church Cannan Land Ota for a Church Service in Lagos on Sunday

He appealed to members of the church to continue to pray towards a successful and peaceful election next month.
The visit was as the church concluded its 21 days fasting and prayers which started on January 5, 2015.

From left Wife of Bishop of Living Faith Mama Faith Oyedepo,Bishop of Living Faith Bishop David Oyedepo and President Goodluck Jonathan

He said, “I want to use this platform to sincerely thank all for embracing the Nigerian system.  Everybody knows what has happen as a nation; we try to react to all kinds of challenges to Nigeria, to retreats from some that are negative.

4 Main auditorium of living faith Church Ota Where Presidsent Goodluck Jonathan worship

From left Chief of Staff to the President Jones Arogbofa Executive Secretary Christian pilgrim board Mr Kennedy Okpara and President Goodluck Jonathan

“The challenges would have been worst today if you have not been praying, and with your prayers we will surly overcome all.
“I thank our Father and Bishop for his commitment to the work of God and commitment to bring up the young ones. This is one church that has established two universities.
“Education is the key, maybe because of my background. I came from a very humble background and if I didn’t go to school I wouldn’t have been here with you.
“My emphasis is that, we need to liberate the people for more great opportunities to acquire education.   I use this opportunity to commend you for praying for the nation towards a successful forth coming next month election.
“God will make sure we conduct our election peacefully and this country will continue to move in the direction we want.
“Thank you for the good work you have been doing and the nation will continue to grow from strength to strength.”
It will be recalled that President Goodluck Jonathan visited the Winners Chapel Ministry of The Living Faith Church January 25, 2015 where Dr. David Oyedepo is the Presiding Bishop but in a dramatic event, what would be regarded as a shock to many went down during a service held at the Church’s head office in Ogun state.

Speaking in a sermon, Bishop David Oyedepo was alleged to have said that the gate of hell will be opened on those who vote the incumbent president (President Jonathan) out in the forthcoming 2015 presidential elections.

Woman Sells Newborn Baby For N1.3million

A 30-year-old Chinese woman with the surnamed Huang, has landed herself in big trouble after she was caught selling her newborn baby for $7,000, about N1.3million, in central China.
According to Chinese media reports, the incident is the latest of a string of shocking cases that have shed light on the country’s trade in children.

Oyedepo, Adeboye, Others Leading Millions Astray

As the 2015 February elections draw closer, there have been reports of the most popular pastors, preachers, clergymen in Nigeria who have openly decided who they are supporting. These clergymen have huge  followers who are willing to support their every word.

Bishop Oyedepo with President Jonathan

However, PM news writer and contributor on political issues, Seun Bisuga, in an opinion piece he published recently, has come out to criticize these spiritual men.
According to Bisuga, spiritual leaders shouldn’t associate themselves with politics and backs his claim with some scriptures of the Bible.
Below are the full texts of the opinion piece:

Toyin Aimakhu And Hubby Release Offficial Statement

 Just few days after news filtered in that the much publicized marriage of Nollywood actress, Toyin Aimakhu has gone down the drain, another surprising report is out.

Toyin Aimakhu and Hubby

The separation which was said to have been caused by Toyin’s husband (Adeniyi Johnson) excessive cheating nature came as a shock to many few days ago. Also, speculations were that Toyin’s inability to give birth after over 18months of marriage could have contributed to the sad separation.