“Nigeria as it is today requires a new architecture”. – Ray Ekpu As the debate on President Goodluck Jonathan’s speech entered its third day on Wednesday, focus started shifting from issues raised in the speech to matters central to the National Conference and what to make of them.
Quotes for Day8 03/04/2014
“To solve the issue of ethnic minority & majority, we must realize that no tribe is greater than the other”. – Edwin Clark
Day 8: Nigeria National Conference Plenary – Live Update
Good morning readers. We are here again at the National Judicial Institute, venue of the National Conference. As promised, we are here to bring you updates on what happens right inside the hallowed chamber.
Delegates seek end to destruction of lives, property
The delegates called for a united front against the wanton killing of innocent lives and destruction of property in some parts of the country. Delegates at the National Conference on Wednesday bemoaned the security challenge facing the country and charged themselves to proffer a lasting solution to the problem.
Atiku calls for restructuring of federal system
Mr. Abubakar observed that the current federal structure arrogates too much functions and resources to the government at the centre. The Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, on Wednesday urged delegates at the ongoing National Conference to give special attention to the restructuring of the nation’s federal system.
Quote of Day 7 – 02/04/2014
“We should not fear to negotiate. We should not negotiate out of fear. There’s nothing to fear. There’s a lot to take care of”. – Ibrahim Bunu
Delegate protests discrimination against persons living with disability in Nigeria
The delegate representing persons living with disability urged President Jonathan to sign disability bill. Persons Living with Disability on Tuesday called on President Goodluck Jonathan to assent to the bill on Persons Living with Disability so they can enjoy their rights as Nigerians.
Oodua Foundation lists Yoruba National Conference position
Oodua Foundation International Headquarters 1800 N. Broom Street Suite 109 Wilmington, DE. 19802 U. S. A. March 25, 2014 This is a letter from Oodua Foundation, a think-tank organization of Yoruba academics, professionals and entrepreneurs resident in all parts of the world, to our Yoruba nation in Nigeria.