Youths, politics and fear of isolation

I wish to call on Nigerian youths to stand up and be productive, promote good governance and peaceful coexistence by being active in politics. As one opinion gains the interest of the majority, the minority faces threat and fear of isolation. Furthermore, as the opinion gains momentum by the majority, the minority continues to be […]

I wish to call on Nigerian youths to stand up and be productive, promote good governance and peaceful coexistence by being active in politics. As one opinion gains the interest of the majority, the minority faces threat and fear of isolation. Furthermore, as the opinion gains momentum by the majority, the minority continues to be threatened and falls deeper in to silence. It continues until the minority no longer speaks out against the issue and the opinion of the perceived majority at the end of the day becomes a social norm. Do not be scared my dear youths, you are not too young to run and most importantly be confident to able to express yourself.

Lawan Bukar Maigana, Dept. of M/Com, University of Maiduguri.

Women, be visible in 2019

We fail to understand that gone are the days when women were treated as minors because we are now in a civilized world where it is believed that what a man can do, a woman can do better. With more women in politics, the story of leadership will change because women will not only provide solution to our national problems but will also go a long to implement good policies and proffer solutions for the good of Nigeria and the world at large.  It would be a thing of joy if we get to understand that Nigerian women’s role is not only in the kitchen. They also have their own part to play in nation building. Parties should encourage women to participate by enlightening them more on the importance of their presence, support and participation in politics, especially as we approach 2019.

Maryam Maina Wagami, Maiduguri.

Stop the many attacks, too many killings

I wish to appeal to the federal government to please, stop the many attacks and killings I hear about every day. I get worried over these things, I lose courage, I lose hope in my land, please stop them.

Andy Nwankwo, Primary 4, St. Joseph’s School, Orokam.

Where is local rice?

Despite assurances by the federal government that the ban on rice importation would not affect ordinary citizens due to mass production of local rice, the price of local rice has remained high even when it is not readily available as promised.

Adebowale Akinola, Karu, Abuja.