I
have known the writer to be very prolific, and have always showcased this
through her dexterous style of writing- thumbs!
However, I’m largely disappointed at how you
handled this piece. I’m surprised at how difficult it is for you to distinguish
between a strong character and a vibrant entity. This clearly exhibits your
very shallow knowledge of what a political party should represent and how they
operate.
First,
your write up shows how much of a pessimist you are. It shows how laidback you
are toward contributing to transforming the political landscape in this country
eventhough you claim to be very knowledgeable.
Second,
the title of your write up clearly lacks logical connection with the body of
your message in that your inability to clearly state whether you had problems
with the personality of Ashiwaju Bola A. Tinubu, state governors of the ACN or
the party itself. I was very quick and excited to read your piece but was disconsolate
to realize it fell short of what I expected from you. The fact is, there’s much
to gain when you crystallize problems with intention of driving at a point.
Yours’ is however a reversed case, because you have shown to many individuals
like myself, who looked up to your capabilities and prowess at changing the
socio-political milieu of this country, that being a prolific writer doesn’t
make a transformational leader.
Third,
I acknowledge the fact that during the course of several campaign rallies for
the just concluded guber-election in Ondo state, inciting, unfriendly, vulgar,
and obnoxious statements were made by individuals of repute and caliber. Please
note that this act cuts across board. Leaders of the various political parties
slandered and defamed their personalities for cheap political gains. It’s left
for our generation to decide on whether or not to adopt a more civil approach
in politicking.
Fourth,
what happened in Ondo state clearly shows that democracy has come to stay in
Nigeria. Nigerians are more aware, engaged and committed towards sustaining
virtues of democracy, which is very laudable. For me, the outcome of the poll
in Ondo is indeed the ‘beauty of
democracy’. Democracy is more about an open-ended approach to development,
good governance; higher living standards et al. political parties are vehicles
to specific destinations, its left for people to decide what vehicle they
desire.
Fifth,
yes indeed, the ACN came in with so much vibes and many hoping that the party
would drive us to our desired destination. Well, it’s apt for me to state that
even though we ain’t there yet, the party hasn’t fallen below expectations. As
a matter of fact, considering the political terrain in Nigeria and the arch
dominance and rivalry of a party like the PDP, the ACN has done fairly well. There’s
no perfect system anywhere in the world; the ACN is well aware of her fundamental
challenges and working toward correcting them.
Sixth,
I unequivocally and clearly condemn your statement “…as Nigerians ponder the absence of a
credible alternative in our politics at the moment” – very laughable! This
clearly shows you are not engaged, yet you are very quick to condemn. Dear
Hauwa Gambo there are over thirty (30) political parties in Nigeria; yet you
say absence of a credible alt? My very candid advice for you is identify
yourself with one of these and contribute to developing our country by
deploying your God given talents and other resources available to you.
Finally,
please whittle down on your Nihilistic approach and be more objective in your
writings.
OLOJO
Sept, 2012
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