Administrators FlyJ Posted January 30, 2015 Administrators Share Posted January 30, 2015 The refusal by the presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Gen. Muhammadu Buhari, to participate in the proposed presidential debate organised by the Nigeria Electoral Debate Group (NEDG), has been described as not only an act of cowardice to his supporters across the country but an indication of his shallow mindedness about the ideals of statecraft. According to Comrade Oluwasanmi Solomon of the Arise Africa Youth Coalition, Buhari’s non participation in the debate showed that he was scared to expose his ineptitude and a huge disappointment to his teeming supporters which will lower their morale particularly on the numerous controversies surrounding his academic qualification. He said, it was only proper that the former Head of State gave the electorates an opportunity to dig into his intellectual capacity which is more important than the face saving public relations being carried out by his image laundering team. He alleged that it was rather unfortunate that the APC Presidential candidate who has been accused of not possessing the required academic qualification to contest the elections will shy away from the only opportunity to prove his detractors wrong. Speaking to newsmen in Abuja, Comr. Oluwasanmi who stated that the people were the most important ingredient in a democracy, advised Buhari to go back to his handlers to understudy the tenets of democracy. “Democracy the world over is anchored on openness and accountability, which is totally different from military government, as such an aspiring leader who cannot confront the masses to outline his blueprint on developing the nation’s economy; respond to questions that will better the lot of the people cannot not be given the mandate to preside over the commonwealth of the nation.” “It is rather unfortunate that the General is yet to understand how democracy works. This system is about the people, and the peoples’ decision should be paramount. The people have asked for a debate, Buhari should oblige them to show how people-oriented he will be as president”. He said. The civil rights activist further berated the APC for supporting their candidate in his refusal to participate in the debate. He noted that the change longed for, was one that will carry the people along and not a change that will be anchored on a cabal or person. While challenging the party, Oluwasanmi called on the APC to prove their popular claim of being a body of intellectuals by coming out to face Jonathan during the debate, saying the debate will not only put paid to Buhari’s certificate saga but also expose his intellectual capability. Source 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abystacy Posted January 30, 2015 Share Posted January 30, 2015 Buhari must debate. It's time to show his credibility, not smile and make empty promises. This is democracy so he should be able to face the people of Nigeria and not shy away from it.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iris Posted January 30, 2015 Share Posted January 30, 2015 Buhari reminds me of Jonathan in 2011. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iris Posted January 30, 2015 Share Posted January 30, 2015 Buhari reminds me of Jonathan in 2011. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators FlyJ Posted January 31, 2015 Author Administrators Share Posted January 31, 2015 I find it strange he turned down the opportunity to thrash Jonathan. Or is he out of ideas?? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iris Posted January 31, 2015 Share Posted January 31, 2015 I think its over strange. Its a colossal disgrace upon APC. This act only demeans him by 80%. And it shows how we've failed woefully as a country; where aspirants participate in debates only on their own volition. Debates should be the main course of campaigns not the sentiments-based manifestos and electorates wooing we see everywhere. So Buhari can't defend his own blueprint? He doesn't have answers to how he would provide "one meal per day to all public primary school students". Really? Buhari loves this job but hates the interview. It's not done! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dreamgal Posted January 31, 2015 Share Posted January 31, 2015 he made a wise decision. I believe there should be a debate, but it should be organised by a neutral body. however knowing who buhari is, even if the debate is organized by channels TV, he still won't show up. he has over the years formed a habit of not answering to any one. also buhari has no concrete plan for Nigeria and a debate would expose him. this election will be tough, GEJ and GMB are both evil, please vote for the lesser evil. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iris Posted January 31, 2015 Share Posted January 31, 2015 Hahahahahaha.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dequeen Posted January 31, 2015 Share Posted January 31, 2015 the old papa has nothing to offer and he is scared that standing with Jonathan to debate will open the fowls nyash. he is also scared of hinting on the islamization of this country by mistake while talking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dreamgal Posted January 31, 2015 Share Posted January 31, 2015 but still sha, Johnathan didn't show up for the 2011 debate while buhari did. Johnathan so far has been the worst president. my only issue with buhari is 'the fear of the unknown' and his desperation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iris Posted February 1, 2015 Share Posted February 1, 2015 His desperation? What will you say about Abraham Lincoln? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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