http://www.ericdon.info/The crises rocking the Niger Delta region in southern Nigeria is a classical example of what greed, insensitivity, deep seated corruption and injustice can throw up in the course of time.
Without mincing words, all successive regimes failed as far as Niger Delta is concerned. Instead of empowering and touching the lives of the people, they were more concerned in strategies to fill their own pockets which through the years facilitated the pervading and annoying poverty in the region. The most painful part is that the stolen money is not even hidden. It is flaunted with careless abandon as if to say "what can you do about it"
For decades, the Niger Delta people have been patient, praying to God to touch the mind of the leaders, but you will agree with me that where the status quo persist, you finally reach the snapping point. Therefore, the emergence of militancy in the Niger Delta of Nigeria did not come as a surprise to close watchers of Nigerian politics.
Indeed, it is very unfortunate that people don't learn from history. for if they do, they would have seen the hand writing on the wall a long time ago, they would have known that rebellion is just a matter of time for people oppressed and denied of their rights.
However, there is no doubt that some elements have cashed in on the genuine aspiration of the people committing criminal acts, which is quite very unfortunate and condemnable.
Finally the way forward is simple, the Federal, State and the Local governments should put their heads together in drawing up a marshal plan that will adequately take care of the development of the area and empowering the long deprived and suffering people of the region.
Uranta, Emmanuel
Sunday, November 16, 2008
America; Land Of Possibilities
http://www.ericdon.infoThe United States is truly the land of possibilities, a land where dreams don't die but are realised, a land where liberty, freedom and democracy thrives . America, truly is God's Own Country.
I never for once believed that Barack Obama stood a chance to pass the primaries not to talk of being elected as the President of the United States of America because of his root. But sincerely, i was pleasantly surprised when the American people overwhelmingly rose above the consideration of race and elected him as their next President.
For me, the event of 4th of November is not a historic day for the coloureds, but rather i see it as a historic day for humanity. The American people have unwittingly set an agenda for the rest of the world.
The victory therefore, sign post a change from era of arrogance, of using the American might to intimidate and destabilize others, an era of hate and wars and bloodbath, to an era of peace and coexistence, of development and economic prosperity for all. There is no doubt that when it is good with America, there is a positive reverberations around the world. I salute the American people.
Uranta, Emmanuel
I never for once believed that Barack Obama stood a chance to pass the primaries not to talk of being elected as the President of the United States of America because of his root. But sincerely, i was pleasantly surprised when the American people overwhelmingly rose above the consideration of race and elected him as their next President.
For me, the event of 4th of November is not a historic day for the coloureds, but rather i see it as a historic day for humanity. The American people have unwittingly set an agenda for the rest of the world.
The victory therefore, sign post a change from era of arrogance, of using the American might to intimidate and destabilize others, an era of hate and wars and bloodbath, to an era of peace and coexistence, of development and economic prosperity for all. There is no doubt that when it is good with America, there is a positive reverberations around the world. I salute the American people.
Uranta, Emmanuel
THE REALIITY OF LIFE
http://www.ericdon.infoHave you ever in silent moments ask yourself "Who You Are" and "Why You Are Here" While the answers that comes from individuals might differ depending on the level of spiritual consciousness, personally, i have come to the awakening reality that our existence is not an accident and therefore, we all inhabiting this planet earth have a purpose. This purpose definitely is not about wars, it not about throwing and planting of bombs here and there maiming and destroying innocent lives and properties just to make a point, it is not about taking undue advantage of the weak and the needy, for all these have brought misery and suffering in the world.
If we truly understand that all life is one, that life is sacred, that we are all bound together irrespective of race, creed or religion in interwoven maze of destiny, that everyman is an extension of his or her neighbour, then there will be enduring peace on earth, where everyman and woman will live in harmony. And then wars, bloodshed, misery and suffering that seems to suffocate the world as it is presently will drastically be reduced.
.Uranta Emmanuel
If we truly understand that all life is one, that life is sacred, that we are all bound together irrespective of race, creed or religion in interwoven maze of destiny, that everyman is an extension of his or her neighbour, then there will be enduring peace on earth, where everyman and woman will live in harmony. And then wars, bloodshed, misery and suffering that seems to suffocate the world as it is presently will drastically be reduced.
.Uranta Emmanuel
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