THE NFF-OLISEH AFFAIR GETS MESSIER.
As a Nation we love our parties, we love having our 'chilled' drinks while we expound on the state of the nation in every which way it hits us, and then -- no doubt we love our women too, and then also we love our football. No, we are passionate, fanatical about our football. Curiously also, we love ignoring antecedents, history, precedents although their stories provide the meaty flesh we love to ruminate on all year through.
About 7 months ago the NFF(Nigeria Football Federation) President , Amaju Pinnick, cited insurbodination and lack of committment as the reasons for sacking coach Stephen Keshi, while in the same breath, boldly told Football loving Nigerians that he trusted that Coach Sunday Oliseh ' had the temperament to work harmoniously with the Technical and development committee...'
While many had applauded this move, The Online Editorial [ click to read the full story ] had raised a red flag citing Olishe's many instances of questionable temperamental disposition. That post had ended with the question : "Is Sunday Oliseh's appointment really a master stroke, or just a loaded gun looking for a burst-up?"
Seven months on the answer is clear to all : NFF and Sunday Oliseh have parted ways in a not so tidy manner. It was infact, in a messier manner than when the NFF parted ways with Keshi. On the 26th February 2016, week Sunday Oliseh tendered his resignation , accusing the NFF of not giving him the needed support to deliver on his job. [ click to read Oliseh's resignation letter here. ]
The NFF-OLISEH burst-up not only provided juice for the media but is now bordering on issues where a few people are calling on the EFCC (Economic and Financial Crimes Commission) to investigate the body. This may be a debate for another day.
The Online Editorial's focus is really on something less complex : There really is nothing wrong with the Amaju Pinnick led NFF to have come clean. He should have simply told Nigerians that he only wanted to give his 'country man' , Oliseh--(they come from the same State ), a chance. If he had come out candidly to say that, a few of us who are doggedly analytical would have understood. The debate we are now going to raise would have had no place.
But to have categorically said that Oliseh had the ' temperament to ...' clearly indicates one of two things. Either the leadership of the NFF was grossly incompetent and lacking in the ability to read character, and draw credible inferences from available data, or, ( and this I believe is a greater sin) -- the NFF deliberately, calculatedly lied to soccer loving Nigerians for some veiled , dubious reason.
In either case the NFF should do the honourable thing and come clean to Nigerians. They not only owe Nigerians an apology, but they should as a duty to this nation address the issues concerning Sunday Oliseh and his assistant Jean Francois Loscuito's claims of being owed salaries going several months back. Oliseh's assistant, Loscuito is being owed about One Hundred Thousand dollars ( according to an interview he granted to Brilla 88.9, ). This is a major embarassment to the NFF and Nigeria as a whole. On air, Mr. Loscuito almost in tears appealed to the NFF to please pay his salary as he had a family to provide for and outstanding medical bills to settle. This is not the NFF a man of Amaju Pinnick's stature should be leading. As a former sports professional himself the NFF President should relate to the plight and desires of professional sports people in Nigeria.
All said, a more important question for us however, is how does all of this affect soccer lovers in Nigeria?
Answer: If the NFF does not give the interim coaching crew the needed support, Nigeria's qualification for the next African Nations Cup will be in jeopardy. If Nigeria again does not qualify we can only imagine the loss in terms of business opportunities nationwide, loss of earnings to NFF from CAF and of course real exposure for our footballers.
In the final anaysis, this absolutely avoidable state of affairs leaves a huge quesion hanging over the Amaju Pinnick led NFF: Is he the right man to lead the NFF beyond the tenure of his first term? Mr. Pinnick still has a few more years to answer that question.
Monday, 29 February 2016
Sunday, 14 February 2016
DISCOVERING TISEH
EKITI ROCKS WITH TISEH
Although today's musical genres are not often lyrically sophisticated, there is no doubt the quality of melodic beauty, and breath-taking music that impresses us on a daily basis. Check out the Davidos, Wiz Kids, Small Doctors, not to talk of the Tiwa Savages, Omawumis, Shasha Ps, of this world -- Nigerians indeed are taking the Nigerian experience global.
And in comes a fresh , vibrant new talent looking to join this list of rocking superstars in a little while, and her name is -- Tiseh.
DISCOVERING TISEH:
Tiseh tell us What is your real name, and where do you come from?
My name is Adegboyega Bunmi Babatiseh , I am from Ekiti state, Ado Ekiti to be precise and I am based in Ekiti but I may soon be based in Lagos.
You say may? What, are you going to get married and move to Lagos ?
(Screams) Nooooooooo! Just me, so that I can get more exposure and promote my music.
Why 'Tishe? The name must have a special meaning and aspiration for you .
The full meaning of the name is BABATISHE. I use Tiseh because a lot of my friends call me by that name. It's unique and its dear to me.
When, how and why did you decide to get into music ?
I started singing right from the age of six, as a chorister. The reason why I decided to make it as a career is because I feel whole while singing. I have passion for it. The thing is I can't do without singing for a day 'cause it's my life.
Schooling , how far ?
I'll be 21 yrs old by June. Actually I'm still schooling but I just finished my OND this January. I finished from the Federal Polytechnic Ado Ekiti.
Who believes more in your music -- your mum or your dad ?
My mum and my younger sister believe more in my singing abilities. It's not as if my family is not supporting me but I don't feel that overwhelming emotion from them, that's all but as they say -- no family in London.
My biggest challenge though is from my neighborhood -- people are critical of me because I am in the church choir and I also go to shows and parties but this does not depress me because I stay focused at what I want to do.
What's your biggest challenge professionally, so far?
My biggest challenge professionally was getting money to book the studio, engage an engineer and make music. I do not give up easily. I met people, harassed my friends and loved ones -- in fact anybody who could contribute to my dream, I made sure I reached out to them. In fact I still keep going to shows and meeting people. I do not relent-- I believe that's the way to success .
What kind of music do you sing and what's your target audience?
Afro-pop and dance hall is what I do. My target audience is everyone because I am trying to make my own music -- you know create some deep emotional impact with my music. It's not just for the youth but for everyone.
Who writes your lyrics?
I write my lyrics by myself and my inspiration comes from within. I am passionate about what I write and sing. Sometimes in my songs I draw from the olden days, but it's nothing deeply philosophical. For example in this new single a part of it goes like this :
ëye meji tolongo ooo,
éye meji tolong ooo, leee-en.
It's symbolic of two birds walking together, playing together. You see, simple. I believe in connecting with people. In my songs and lyrics I simply try to connect with people.
Tell us the story of your life as an artiste.
Life as an artiste can be rough sometimes -- infact unless you've made it, it is very rough but I love what I do so it is worth the pain. I don't give damn about any haters!!
Tell us about this your new single. When did it debut?
When are we hoping to view the music video?
My new single is titled "Your Love " CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO TISEH'S SONG It's breaking to the public on Valentine day. It's going to break on all social media platforms. I'm looking to shoot a creative music video to this single in March.
And tell us are you on to any label at the moment?
No I am not with any label at the moment . You know how labels are these days, it's after you've made it that they come knocking. Anyway I am doing my thing and I have faith in myself and in my music. Believe me when I say I am on the way to the top.
You certainly have a lot of confidence?
(Laughs) That is what keeps me going-- confidence and belief. Music makes me tick. When I am down I find peace with music. When I am with my friends we enjoy music together. Music makes me rock.
Tell us about your first time in the studio CLICK TO LISTEN TO TISEH'S MUSIC TOO
Wow!! It was fun. I was nervous and hitting all kinds of wrong notes. The song is a love song "Love in Lagos" . When my producer saw how nervous I was he sat me down and told me to pretend that the song was about him -- that I was singing to him. And it worked. All my nervousness went away. My emotions took over. In fact it was a lot of fun.
The music industry is very competitive what makes you believe you can
become one of the knockout stars of the future like
Tiwa Savage, Yemi Alade, Sasha P or even Omawunmi ?
What makes me believe ? (she laughs) I've got passion. I've got love , I've got faith in music that's it. But I also spend time researching, studying music trends , understudying the big acts here in Nigeria and showing up whenever I'm called for shows. I put in hard work and I believe because I've got faith brother, and I am sure I am going to make it big.
We're celebrating valentine in less than 48 hours,
what are your views about love and the challenges of love?
It's a great thing to be in love , although am not into a relationship right now. I jus dey chill -- putting my all into my music you know.
Are you searching?
(Screams) Aaaaah!! No oooo I am not searching ooo. I am sure valentine will be a great day for lovers but for me I will spend my val with the 2 special people in my life , my mum and my sister.
What's your last word to your fans ?
I just love to tell them that when I look at them I see my future in front of my very eyes -- like a star in the sky I will shine one day -- and they will always have a special place in my heart. I love you all! I love you all! It's your girl Tiseh saying happy valentine this year and in the years ahead.
Although today's musical genres are not often lyrically sophisticated, there is no doubt the quality of melodic beauty, and breath-taking music that impresses us on a daily basis. Check out the Davidos, Wiz Kids, Small Doctors, not to talk of the Tiwa Savages, Omawumis, Shasha Ps, of this world -- Nigerians indeed are taking the Nigerian experience global.
And in comes a fresh , vibrant new talent looking to join this list of rocking superstars in a little while, and her name is -- Tiseh.
DISCOVERING TISEH:
Tiseh tell us What is your real name, and where do you come from?
My name is Adegboyega Bunmi Babatiseh , I am from Ekiti state, Ado Ekiti to be precise and I am based in Ekiti but I may soon be based in Lagos.
You say may? What, are you going to get married and move to Lagos ?
(Screams) Nooooooooo! Just me, so that I can get more exposure and promote my music.
Why 'Tishe? The name must have a special meaning and aspiration for you .
The full meaning of the name is BABATISHE. I use Tiseh because a lot of my friends call me by that name. It's unique and its dear to me.
When, how and why did you decide to get into music ?
I started singing right from the age of six, as a chorister. The reason why I decided to make it as a career is because I feel whole while singing. I have passion for it. The thing is I can't do without singing for a day 'cause it's my life.
Schooling , how far ?
I'll be 21 yrs old by June. Actually I'm still schooling but I just finished my OND this January. I finished from the Federal Polytechnic Ado Ekiti.
Who believes more in your music -- your mum or your dad ?
My mum and my younger sister believe more in my singing abilities. It's not as if my family is not supporting me but I don't feel that overwhelming emotion from them, that's all but as they say -- no family in London.
My biggest challenge though is from my neighborhood -- people are critical of me because I am in the church choir and I also go to shows and parties but this does not depress me because I stay focused at what I want to do.
What's your biggest challenge professionally, so far?
My biggest challenge professionally was getting money to book the studio, engage an engineer and make music. I do not give up easily. I met people, harassed my friends and loved ones -- in fact anybody who could contribute to my dream, I made sure I reached out to them. In fact I still keep going to shows and meeting people. I do not relent-- I believe that's the way to success .
What kind of music do you sing and what's your target audience?
Afro-pop and dance hall is what I do. My target audience is everyone because I am trying to make my own music -- you know create some deep emotional impact with my music. It's not just for the youth but for everyone.
Who writes your lyrics?
I write my lyrics by myself and my inspiration comes from within. I am passionate about what I write and sing. Sometimes in my songs I draw from the olden days, but it's nothing deeply philosophical. For example in this new single a part of it goes like this :
ëye meji tolongo ooo,
éye meji tolong ooo, leee-en.
It's symbolic of two birds walking together, playing together. You see, simple. I believe in connecting with people. In my songs and lyrics I simply try to connect with people.
Tell us the story of your life as an artiste.
Life as an artiste can be rough sometimes -- infact unless you've made it, it is very rough but I love what I do so it is worth the pain. I don't give damn about any haters!!
Tell us about this your new single. When did it debut?
When are we hoping to view the music video?
My new single is titled "Your Love " CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO TISEH'S SONG It's breaking to the public on Valentine day. It's going to break on all social media platforms. I'm looking to shoot a creative music video to this single in March.
And tell us are you on to any label at the moment?
No I am not with any label at the moment . You know how labels are these days, it's after you've made it that they come knocking. Anyway I am doing my thing and I have faith in myself and in my music. Believe me when I say I am on the way to the top.
You certainly have a lot of confidence?
(Laughs) That is what keeps me going-- confidence and belief. Music makes me tick. When I am down I find peace with music. When I am with my friends we enjoy music together. Music makes me rock.
Tell us about your first time in the studio CLICK TO LISTEN TO TISEH'S MUSIC TOO
Wow!! It was fun. I was nervous and hitting all kinds of wrong notes. The song is a love song "Love in Lagos" . When my producer saw how nervous I was he sat me down and told me to pretend that the song was about him -- that I was singing to him. And it worked. All my nervousness went away. My emotions took over. In fact it was a lot of fun.
The music industry is very competitive what makes you believe you can
become one of the knockout stars of the future like
Tiwa Savage, Yemi Alade, Sasha P or even Omawunmi ?
What makes me believe ? (she laughs) I've got passion. I've got love , I've got faith in music that's it. But I also spend time researching, studying music trends , understudying the big acts here in Nigeria and showing up whenever I'm called for shows. I put in hard work and I believe because I've got faith brother, and I am sure I am going to make it big.
We're celebrating valentine in less than 48 hours,
what are your views about love and the challenges of love?
It's a great thing to be in love , although am not into a relationship right now. I jus dey chill -- putting my all into my music you know.
Are you searching?
(Screams) Aaaaah!! No oooo I am not searching ooo. I am sure valentine will be a great day for lovers but for me I will spend my val with the 2 special people in my life , my mum and my sister.
What's your last word to your fans ?
I just love to tell them that when I look at them I see my future in front of my very eyes -- like a star in the sky I will shine one day -- and they will always have a special place in my heart. I love you all! I love you all! It's your girl Tiseh saying happy valentine this year and in the years ahead.
Thursday, 26 November 2015
MABS 2015: LOOKING FORWARD FROM THE PAST
MUSIC AFRICA BEACH SPLASH 2015 (MABS 2015) -- THE COUNTDOWN BEGINS:
It's 25 days to the biggest beach rock-down in Lagos, the Music Africa Beach splash 2015. These are some of the images from the 2014 show:
It's 25 days to the biggest beach rock-down in Lagos, the Music Africa Beach splash 2015. These are some of the images from the 2014 show:
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| LUCKY |
Monday, 16 November 2015
AND LAGOS STATE ONCE AGAIN SHOWS US HOW GOVERNMENT SHOULD BE:
AMBODE HANDS OVER MILE12-IKORODU BRT EXTENSION TO THE PEOPLE
In many ways the governments of Lagos state (since 1999) have
consistently shown to Nigerians the ultimate value of governance -- continuance
in delivering tangible assets to the industrious people of Lagos State.
| NEW BRT BUS DEPOT AT MAJIDUN, IKORODU |
While in many other States of the federation a transition
from one regime to the other (even within the same party) almost always results in countless abandoned
projects, revocation of contracts and a re-kindling of 'bad blood' among politicians and civil servants alike, Lagos state on the other hand, continues to sprint on a different track
ensuring that baton handovers do not blur the view of the end point : In 2003, the Jagaban of Africa, Asiwaju Bola
Hamed Tinubu and his team including
these 3 key players -- Ogbeni Rauf Adesoji Aregbesola, (then Commissioner of
Works, Lagos State now Governor Osun State), Akinwunmi Ambode ( then Accountant
General of Lagos State, now Governor of Lagos State) Dr. Dayo Mobereola (then
MD Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority now Commissioner of Transport ,
Lagos State) set out a road map to
redefine the infrastructural landscape of Lagos. Working mainly from revenues
earned within the State itself, (The Federal government withheld funds from
Lagos State at the time), the then governor of Lagos State took the
first giant strides in this transformation journey.
| PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE & BUS SHELTER |
In 2007 Babatunde Raji FASHOLA (now Federal Minister of Works
Power and Housing ) took the baton as Governor of Lagos State and 'bolted' with
it .
In 2015, the current governor of Lagos State, Akinwunmi
Ambode has already indicated his commitment to the vision (of which he was a
part in 2003), by ensuring ongoing projects receive the support they need from
his government.
| Generator /Power House at AGRIC BUS STOP, IKORODU |
| EXPANDED MAJIDUN OGOLONTO LINK BRIDGE |
On Thursday 12th November, 2015 Governor Ambode officially opened and handed
over the massive Mile 12 to Ikorodu BRT extension project, a project which has
virtually elevated Ikorodu to the status of a city . The atmosphere at the
Majidun BRT Depot, Ikorodu was electrifying.
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| AT THE OPENING/HANDING OVER OF THE MILE 12-IKORODU BRT EXTENSION |
The people could not control their
joy at seeing the real architects of this transformation right in front of
them: The Jagaban himself, Aregbesola also , and of course Governor Ambode. People
jostled and pushed, almost trampling each other just to touch "Aregbe"
as his convoy drove into the venue. There was even greater excitement when the
Jagaban's convoy drove in too. It was unbelievable: A cult like following for
these three and there in that instant I
got the message : In Africa, in Nigeria, we do not ask for 'heaven on earth' from
our leaders but just the basics and they will be our heroes for a long time to
come.
Victor O. Sawyerr
13/15/2015
Friday, 13 November 2015
AND BUHARI TOUCHES THE PULSE OF NIGERIANS
" Here on the pulse of this new day,
You may have the courage to look up and out,
And upon me ,
The Rock,
The River,
The Tree,
Your Country.
No less to Midas than the Mendicant,
No less to you now than the mastodon then
Here, on the pulse of this new day,
You may have the Grace to look up and out,
And into your sister's eyes,
And into your brother's face,
Your Country,
And say simply,
Very Simply,
With hope-- Good Morning!
--------
Maya Angelou
(Award Winning African American Poet)
There on the Pulse of that fine day in 1993 award winning African American Poet Maya
Angelou read this Poem to the world at the inauguration of Bill Clinton as
America's 42nd President, vocalizing the hope of Americans that the
Clinton administration would bring freshness into governance.
And on the pulse of another fine day,11th September, 2015, here
in the business hub of Africa, Africa's most populous Nation, the collective pulse of all Nigerians was
touched by President Muhammadu Buhari for the first time since his inauguration
as he allocated portfolios to his Ministers. Although many felt disappointed by the
" THE LIST" of ministers from the Executive, the allocation of
portfolios evoked a different set of emotions altogether.
In much of Surulere, Lagos many were fixated on their TV sets
watching with rapt attention as President
Buhari inaugurated his Ministers. Then he began allocating Ministries to each and there was silence --- until he
called out : Babatunde Raji Fashola, Minister of Works, Power and Housing --
and cheers erupted. People started clapping -- it was as if Nigerians were
watching their under-seventeen National soccer team, the Golden Eaglets score a winning goal in a
FIFA world cup final. It was simply a spontaneous outburst of joy -- the first
re-kindling of hope that seemed to
almost have been lost many a months ago. Two other names that drew some sort of
applause also were Rotimi Amaechi (Former Rivers State Governor) named Minister
of Transport and Kayode Fayemi (Former Ekiti State Governor ) named Minister of
Solid Minerals.
For many with Fashola as Minister of works there is hope that
at least some of this government's programmes will touch the lives of the
masses in a positive way; there is hope that the many abandoned Federal Road
Projects all over the country will be swiftly dealt with; there is hope that
the national monster called Power Holding Company of Nigeria (PHCN) will be
swiftly and comprehensively dealt with once and for all ; there is hope that
the National housing policy will really and truly be available to all Nigerians,
not just those fortunate to have 'godfathers' in high places.
And maybe we can re-echo Maya Angelou's words: "On the
pulse of this new day, we did have the grace to look up and out, into our sister's
eyes, and our brother's face, our
Country-- Nigeria, and say simply, very simply, with hope-- Good Morning!
12/11/2015
Wednesday, 21 October 2015
OLISEH SLAMS SOCIAL MEDIA
OLISEH SLAMS SOCIAL MEDIA
"If 10% of what you
hear that Coach Sunday Oliseh says on Social media or newspaper is true, that
means I will be granting interviews every day. "
Nigeria's
Super Eagles coach Sunday Oliseh on Wednesday 21st October slammed social media
for the current controversy over striker, Emmanuel Emenike's alleged retirement
from the National team.
Speaking on
Nigeria's leading sports radio channel --BRILLA Sports, Sunday Oliseh said refuted
claims that the Fernabache striker who is currently on loan to Al Ain Fc of the
City of Abu Dhabi has retired. Coach Oliseh said:
"It was
a big shocker for us, a big shocker for me personally, and personally I still
don't accept that he has retired because em, officially I have not heard anything from
him and I don't think also the
Federation have heard, only what we've heard is what we've seen posted on the
social media and em we've made trainings part of our re-building process,
infact he's got more playing time than any other striker we've had, so I don't
-- em-- I'm very very surprised that he has decided to retired."
Oliseh
however also indicated that he is going to treat everybody equally. There will
be no favorites. In a country where professional footballers who ply their
trades abroad have huge egos this will definitely be read differently, and can
account for EMENIKE calling it quits with the National team within three weeks
after former Captain Vincent Enyeama declared that going forward, he would have
no further part to play in the Super Eagles team as a player.
With two key senior players out of the
National Team it remains to be seen how
many will be left in the squad by the end of this year.
Victor O. Sawyerr
21/10/2015
Thursday, 8 October 2015
THE LIST
“If this factory ever produces a shell
that can actually be fired, I’ll be very unhappy.” -- SCHINDLER'S LIST
Schindler
(to his accountant and right-hand man, Itzhak Stern, about
his munition factory):
We waited!
For some of us, it was with bated
breaths. For others, the period waiting, was also a period scheming to get their
names into the List. Somehow the most prominent schemers, whose plans even
played out on social media, have won no success as yet -- ( it is hoped there
would be an addition to this List, and they may yet succeed) .
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| THE LIST |
It was to be an earth shaking, game changing
list. When it came, it tip-toed in with a whimper -- Nothing earth shaking
about it.
It came as
if in a distant reverse directional echo to
Oskar Schindler's command to his accountant, a paraphrase of which would
be like :
"If this engine room never
produces a
game-changing machinery, I
will be very unhappy!!"
It would be
the hope of the Nigerian masses though, that
this engine room may really in
spite of the odds be able to produce a real, game changing machinery , and
ultimately engineer the country to the path of transformation.
While many
have criticized the President's proposed LIST of Ministers, and many more have
defended him, no one can deny that it is the President's responsibility to
provide such a list . Except for journalists who have to create content and talking points by stoking the flames of
criticism at this point , I would think it is altogether too late for this now. The man was
voted in. He should be left unshackled to perform his responsibilities to the
best of his ability, only then can we have authority to evaluate the
performance of this nation under his watch without bias.
So what's my
point writing about this List? My point
is that we should begin to look at the possibilities for transformation that
this engine room may provide for us? One
name in the List that stands out for me is Babatunde Raji Fashola (SAN) who has
been mentioned in various circles as
favored to be Minister of Justice. No doubt this Senior Advocate of Nigeria is eminently
qualified to head this Ministry but I
think Nigeria needs him in a more vital Ministry -- either Power and Steel or Works
and Housing.
My reasoning? He demonstrated as Governor in Lagos for 8
years that he could put a team together and supervise the execution of actual projects that can really touch on the
everyday lives of the masses. Consider that Lagos State has a massive 18
Million peoples with over half of them a hub of constantly moving masses --
people who move and do business 'at the speed of light' -- people who
congregate and occupy spaces at the snap of a finger -- you would understand the
challenge of actually executing projects that touched their lives. I absolutely believe it is a man like him, who
can pick up the baton and run with it, that we need in either of these
Ministries.
And then the
others can be given whatever the President wishes that they try their hands on.
"I
could have got more out. I could have got more.... If I'd just...I could have
got more." Oskar Schindler
"Oskar,
there are eleven hunred people alive because of you , look at them" --
Itzak Stern
"I
could have gotten one more person... and I didn't! I didn't" -- Schindler
Victor Omotayo Sawyerr
7/10/2015
Monday, 28 September 2015
WHY THE TRUMP FARCE MUST BE STOPPED:
"Pull off a Coup and You're a National Hero; Fail and you're an evil criminal. In Business it's the same difference between bankruptcy and making a fortune"
..... Jeffery Archer
A Quiver full of Arrows -- "The Coup"
WHY THE TRUMP FARCE MUST BE STOPPED:
The world today is a global village. Throw a pebble into the
centre of the global pool and the ripple effects will reach even the tiniest creeks around the world. Like it or not,
whatever happens in Europe or America is of absolute importance to the rest of
peoples all over the world.
Flashback to the 1970s, only 10-20 Billion Dollars worth of
National Currencies were traded (against the dollar) on a daily basis. Fast-forward
to the early 21st century : Over 1.5 Trillion Dollars worth of diverse National
currencies including African Currencies are traded on a daily basis against the
dollar. This simply means that whatever happens to the American government and economy will impact the other
economies of the world and by extension the very existence of many of the
worlds marginal survivors.
For purposes of simplicity let us make a very wild
supposition: Suppose the American Government were to decide that considering the state of
its economy, it will declare bankruptcy. Suppose also the government then goes
on by some strong arm tactic, to impose itself on the rest of the world
declaring that it would for the next 3 years,
NOT pay any of its global or internal debts. The chaos I guess is unimaginable.
Now let us here make some 'less wild' suppositions and see if
we can begin to imagine the consequences:
Suppose Americans were to vote as President a man who, by his
wiliness and craft has manipulated America's bankruptcy laws again and again. A
man who by his own writings declared:
"I have used the laws of this country to
pare debt..." --- Donald Trump
Suppose Americans were to vote as President a man who has
craftily engineered his businesses to declare Bankruptcy more times than any other,
while technically shielding his own personal
wealth.
1991: Trump Taj
Mahal -- Bankrupt
1992: Trump Plaza
Hotel -- Bankrupt
2004: Trump Hotels
and Casino
Resorts -- Bankrupt.
2009: Trump
Entertainment
Resorts -- Bankrupt.
2014: Trump
Entertainment
Resorts -- Bankrupt
Surely if this were "The Apprentice " he would have been fired countless times.
Surely if this were "The Apprentice " he would have been fired countless times.
For a man who says :
"I like making deals, preferably big
deals. That's how I get my kicks"
... Donald Trump
The only deals he seems
good at making are deals that WILL
ULTIMATELY GO BANKRUPT.
On another level entirely let's take a closer look at this man and the huge undertones of "crime family associations" that are still unclear to those of us who make it a point of duty to research these things. Suppose Americans were to vote for President a
megalomaniac who felt no qualms doing business with organized crime families.
Suppose Americans were to vote for President a man whose "Trump
Tower" was built with concrete from
firms owned by the heads of the Genovese
and the Gambino Crime families. What could happen if such a man were to
wrest grip of this hallowed chambers ? I
shudder to imagine in my wildest constructs,
an American Presidency controlled by the Mafia.
Let's take our suppositions a step further: Suppose Americans
were to vote for President a man who technically may be called a political
'whore', a man who has vacillated between political parties more than any other
in recent times:
Before
1999 -- Republican
1999-2009 -- Reform
2001-2009 -- Democrat
2009-2011 -- Republican
2011-2012 -- Independent
2012 to present Republican
Suppose such a man were to occupy the most powerful office in
the world today, and by his own ambivalent nature be willing to 'suck' up to
any regime or tactic, or exploit any freak law that would feed his 'kicks'. Even Americans would find it hard to 'contain'
such a man because he would have the awesome power of that office to, (as we
say here in Africa), "do and
undo".
Will the world be a better place to have such a man in the
White House? Hmmmmm!!
Saturday, 19 September 2015
MUSIC AFRICA BEACH SPLASH 2015
MUSIC AFRICA REVS UP TO ROCK LASGIDI AGAIN
As the 'ember' months kick in and work accelerates to a frantic pace for all of us, somewhere at the back of our minds we are already planning for the yuletide -- strategizing on what would be the best way to catch some fun with friends and family.
For Music lovers all over the world, beach parties , indoor and outdoor music shows are the 'in-thing' and for Nigerians, Music Africa is already on a high-drive, pulling all the stops, to rock them once again at the Music Africa Beach Splash .
David Nwachukwu is the project Manager, Music Africa Beach Splash.
DAVID: In 2014, our first show, the theme was "Enjoy the Music". Music Africa simply wanted people to come out and have fun in a safe, secure outdoor environment. Something they had not enjoyed for close to 2 decades now in Lagos. We will keep the 2015 theme close to our chest for now until the full campaign kicks off soon but I promise you , this year's Music Africa beach Splash will rock like no other event has in a long, long while.
Will MABS 2015 be full of the same old, same old ?
DAVID: Here's the thing, In 2014 we gave our audience the likes of OritsheFemi, Jaywon, Malaika, LKT and many other show stoppers, but this year's show is going to be a once in a lifetime show : Think Ghanaian acts, think Tanzanian musicians, and a few other African countries plus a lot of your own home boys: Think Tu-Face, Vector, OritsheFemi, Olamide and a lot of others and comedians too, all on one platform. Tell you something, Music Africa Television has always prided itself in being Afro centric so we have decided to bring the African Music community to Nigeria, show them our beautiful country and generally have fun together.
That's a lot of different personalities to keep on one platform...
DAVID: Of course, but the show will be hosted by personalities that are guaranteed to keep the oil in the groove. It will be a mix and match no one can afford to miss.
Now that you mention it why does Music Africa integrate so many Fresh Artistes into its programmes and shows?
DAVID: Music Africa has always taken pride in developing artistes. How can we sustain the tempo that the entertainment industry has today, if we do not support fresh artistes? The entertainment industry in the country today is contributing hugely to the country's GDP and it is responsible for the reduction of non-graduate youth unemployment. This infact is the thrust of my boss's passion, the MD of Music Africa, Philip Trimnell.
He says to me all the time: "David we have to give some of these fresh acts opportunity. That's all some of them need -- opportunity."
And that's why you see them a lot on our shows and our programmes. We know that if we do not provide a platform for some of these talents they will just fizzle out. So we give them that platform to showcase their talent -- to perform alongside the established Stars and learn a few things from them. We give to them their 15 Minutes of fame and hope they will yearn for more.
Tell us about the Venue:
DAVID: Before I say anything about the venue let me say this -- The Miiusic Africa Beach Splash caters to the family. We plan it in such a way that you can come out with your whole family and enjoy the show, have fun and stay as late as you can afford to without worrying about security, or where to buy food and drinks or long drive back home?
The Chaka Beach resorts is a secure and safe environment. It offers a beautiful landscape view and a serene atmosphere, and If at the end of a long, exhilarating day you decide you want to give your family a 5-star treatment in a first class facility, the hotel gives a decent discount for the yuletide season. If on the other hand you decide you simply want to laze on the beach, it costs you nothing. You are secured.
So why should anyone partner with you on bringing on a show like this ?
DAVID: Think about this: Music Africa Television alone commands a proven 6 Million Viewers on a daily basis ,
and an approximate daily cumulative followership of 20,000 on facebook, twitter, Instagram and the Music Africa Online TV.
We have strong media partners , Silverbird Television, Trace Urban Television, and several Radio Stations. If you partner with the Music Africa Beach Splash, you have a choice of these platforms to showcase your products. But I tell you this, nothing beats branding the venue with your products: Not only will you have the attention of the audience, but every time snippets of the show is aired you're likely to get an infinite mileage. Trust me people are more receptive during the festive period, and we provide the platform that would give your product the mileage you'd love for it to get.
Thank you David.
DAVID: Thank you. It's been great talking to you. Make sure you come party with us at the Music Africa Beach Splash 2015. Don't miss it , or you'll miss out.
As the 'ember' months kick in and work accelerates to a frantic pace for all of us, somewhere at the back of our minds we are already planning for the yuletide -- strategizing on what would be the best way to catch some fun with friends and family.
For Music lovers all over the world, beach parties , indoor and outdoor music shows are the 'in-thing' and for Nigerians, Music Africa is already on a high-drive, pulling all the stops, to rock them once again at the Music Africa Beach Splash .
David Nwachukwu is the project Manager, Music Africa Beach Splash.
DAVID: In 2014, our first show, the theme was "Enjoy the Music". Music Africa simply wanted people to come out and have fun in a safe, secure outdoor environment. Something they had not enjoyed for close to 2 decades now in Lagos. We will keep the 2015 theme close to our chest for now until the full campaign kicks off soon but I promise you , this year's Music Africa beach Splash will rock like no other event has in a long, long while.
Will MABS 2015 be full of the same old, same old ?
DAVID: Here's the thing, In 2014 we gave our audience the likes of OritsheFemi, Jaywon, Malaika, LKT and many other show stoppers, but this year's show is going to be a once in a lifetime show : Think Ghanaian acts, think Tanzanian musicians, and a few other African countries plus a lot of your own home boys: Think Tu-Face, Vector, OritsheFemi, Olamide and a lot of others and comedians too, all on one platform. Tell you something, Music Africa Television has always prided itself in being Afro centric so we have decided to bring the African Music community to Nigeria, show them our beautiful country and generally have fun together.
That's a lot of different personalities to keep on one platform...
DAVID: Of course, but the show will be hosted by personalities that are guaranteed to keep the oil in the groove. It will be a mix and match no one can afford to miss.
Now that you mention it why does Music Africa integrate so many Fresh Artistes into its programmes and shows?
DAVID: Music Africa has always taken pride in developing artistes. How can we sustain the tempo that the entertainment industry has today, if we do not support fresh artistes? The entertainment industry in the country today is contributing hugely to the country's GDP and it is responsible for the reduction of non-graduate youth unemployment. This infact is the thrust of my boss's passion, the MD of Music Africa, Philip Trimnell.
He says to me all the time: "David we have to give some of these fresh acts opportunity. That's all some of them need -- opportunity."
And that's why you see them a lot on our shows and our programmes. We know that if we do not provide a platform for some of these talents they will just fizzle out. So we give them that platform to showcase their talent -- to perform alongside the established Stars and learn a few things from them. We give to them their 15 Minutes of fame and hope they will yearn for more.
Tell us about the Venue:
DAVID: Before I say anything about the venue let me say this -- The Miiusic Africa Beach Splash caters to the family. We plan it in such a way that you can come out with your whole family and enjoy the show, have fun and stay as late as you can afford to without worrying about security, or where to buy food and drinks or long drive back home?
The Chaka Beach resorts is a secure and safe environment. It offers a beautiful landscape view and a serene atmosphere, and If at the end of a long, exhilarating day you decide you want to give your family a 5-star treatment in a first class facility, the hotel gives a decent discount for the yuletide season. If on the other hand you decide you simply want to laze on the beach, it costs you nothing. You are secured.
| CHAKA BEACH RESORTS -- AERIAL VIEW |
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| CHAKA HOTEL SWIMMINF POOL VIEW (NIGHT SHOT) |
So why should anyone partner with you on bringing on a show like this ?
DAVID: Think about this: Music Africa Television alone commands a proven 6 Million Viewers on a daily basis ,
and an approximate daily cumulative followership of 20,000 on facebook, twitter, Instagram and the Music Africa Online TV.

We have strong media partners , Silverbird Television, Trace Urban Television, and several Radio Stations. If you partner with the Music Africa Beach Splash, you have a choice of these platforms to showcase your products. But I tell you this, nothing beats branding the venue with your products: Not only will you have the attention of the audience, but every time snippets of the show is aired you're likely to get an infinite mileage. Trust me people are more receptive during the festive period, and we provide the platform that would give your product the mileage you'd love for it to get.
Thank you David.
DAVID: Thank you. It's been great talking to you. Make sure you come party with us at the Music Africa Beach Splash 2015. Don't miss it , or you'll miss out.
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