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Let Nigeria be Nigeria again. One may think that 2007 elections are far from us, but in reality, it is closer than some may envisage. I, therefore urge all Nigerians of voting age not to back down from the political process, but to intensify their efforts and strive to exercise the constitutional franchise bestowed on them by virtue of their citizenship.
Writing in the November 2004 issue of Time Magazine, Ken Keaton emphasizes: “The right to vote is the very core of democracy. We cannot allow public apathy and political manipulation to undermine it.” Although Keaton’s targeted audience was the United States readers prior to the November 2004 presidential election, it is indeed applicable to all democracies around the world. However, it is imperative to support candidates who would support the hopes and aspirations of ordinary Nigerians. As the popular maxim goes, “Once beaten twice shy,” and we as Nigerians have to realize that “falling is not the problem, but being unable to stand up after we fall is the real problem.” Collectively, we can make Nigeria a better place for all of us.
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Pedus
I was born in Nigeria and was educated in Nigeria, USA and Australia. I am the founder and president of Christina-Mae Recruitment Consortium Australia and the author of the book "When Things Go Wrong: Concepts of Change". I am also the co-founder of Child Aid Survival and Development International (CASDI). As a freelance journalist, I have contributed to a number of professional journals and newspapers, as well as worked in a number of e-journalism projects. I have traveled extensively and currently call Australia and the USA home with extensive involvement in African Human Rights issues.
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Good Read... Akinbo, Adebunmi Adeola | Dec 21st, 2005
We need more from various other writers and Activist. Keep up the flag.
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