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| Buhari 'Not Sorry' For 1983 Coup: Does Corruption Justify Military Action? by Seun(m): 12:18pm On Jan 20, 2015 |
From his recent Channels TV Interview: Are you sorry for bringing to an end the Shagari government? GMB: No, I'm not sorry, because I mentioned why we did it, and we proved our case. That's a democratic process that could have extended. GMB: So when you are a democracy you are entitled to steal the treasury dry, and put your people into pauperized positions, and destroy institutions, and destroy infrastructure? So you blame Shagari for that coup? GMB: Don't personalize. I'll blame the second republic... For that? GMB: For that. And when we came out we told the nation why and we conducted enquiries, documentary ones, not just hearsay. Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2_487PhkxUQ (start at 5:37) So he still believes it is ok for the military to overthrow a democratic government if the democratic government is corrupt. Incidentally, many people believe that the current government is also corrupt. If the General's view is right, then a military coup in 2015 is justified... Do you agree?  (I strongly disagree because dictatorship is a greater evil than corruption. You can fight corruption within democracy)108 Likes 17 Shares |
| Re: Buhari 'Not Sorry' For 1983 Coup: Does Corruption Justify Military Action? by peckhamboi: 12:19pm On Jan 20, 2015 |
Seun, why are you bringing this irrelevant issue up at this time. The coup happened over 30 years ago and I remember vividly there were wild jubiliation all over the country after the coup. I personally was happy that there was a coup at that point in time because the level of looting was the same as Jonathan's administration. 172 Likes 18 Shares |
| Re: Buhari 'Not Sorry' For 1983 Coup: Does Corruption Justify Military Action? by Nobody: 12:19pm On Jan 20, 2015 |
Hmmm |
| Re: Buhari 'Not Sorry' For 1983 Coup: Does Corruption Justify Military Action? by tobex23(m): 12:25pm On Jan 20, 2015 |
Seun, Comprehend...! Buhari didn't say it is okay now, He gave an answer to a question he was asked about a case as far back as 1983, Corruption was the order the day then, and fact is, it is now the order of the day under the current administration, buhari did what he could to reduce the rate at which corrupt practices was high then, now we want him again, why? Because this same administration is CORRUPT! Very corrupt in all sectors. With what you said here; "Incidentally, many people believe that the current government is also corrupt" It can also be said that you don't believe this government is corrupt yeah? Stop reasoning upside down, just to satisfy your pay. Only difference between now and then is, he is going to be our PRESIDENT by our votes, not through a coup all in a bid to save the future of our country. 121 Likes 15 Shares |
| Re: Buhari 'Not Sorry' For 1983 Coup: Does Corruption Justify Military Action? by CaptainCodes(m): 12:29pm On Jan 20, 2015 |
Thank you for admitting that this administration is very corrupt. Thank you very Much. 58 Likes |
| Re: Buhari 'Not Sorry' For 1983 Coup: Does Corruption Justify Military Action? by akinlex(m): 12:29pm On Jan 20, 2015 |
this will surely make fp |
| Re: Buhari 'Not Sorry' For 1983 Coup: Does Corruption Justify Military Action? by UnknownT: 12:30pm On Jan 20, 2015 |
If this doesn't make front page, then military coup is a right step to stop a corrupt Nigeria 4 Likes |
| Re: Buhari 'Not Sorry' For 1983 Coup: Does Corruption Justify Military Action? by mymadam(m): 12:32pm On Jan 20, 2015 |
Seun: Military coup in 2015? A big NO! However, it is fair to say that, that WAS 1983... now dead and gone! Nigerians - both civilian & military - are politically wiser now. Hindsight has shown that the worse civilian government is always generally better than the best military government. "Woe betide a country where power lies down the barrel of a 'bleeding' gun". No to military coups in my beloved country. However, one thing is very obvious in Nigeria today... the wind of change is blowing. Shikena! God bless Nigeria. 45 Likes |
| Re: Buhari 'Not Sorry' For 1983 Coup: Does Corruption Justify Military Action? by SeverusSnape(m): 12:37pm On Jan 20, 2015 |
What did you expect  For him to show regret?...Never!! 10 Likes 1 Share |
| Re: Buhari 'Not Sorry' For 1983 Coup: Does Corruption Justify Military Action? by feelamong(m): 12:38pm On Jan 20, 2015 |
Totally agree with GMB; as a General you don't deal on regrets, you make mistakes' you accept' learn from it and move on! Today he is a democrat, contested presidential elections 3 times and went to court for justice on those 3 elections.. yea he was ahead of his time... his time has come; just like the time of Lula Da Silva who lost elections 3 times before winning the 4th time and eventually became the most loved president ever in history...garnering approval ratings far higher than even Clinton from his people!! Sai Buhari! Change is Here!! #GMB15 67 Likes 1 Share |
| Re: Buhari 'Not Sorry' For 1983 Coup: Does Corruption Justify Military Action? by fkaz(m): 12:38pm On Jan 20, 2015 |
Buhari step him because they want to milk nigeria dry during shagari regime due to corruption and he is stepping in 2015 again to stop jonathan from milking nigeria dry. Thank God we have somebody like Buhari who will come to the resque, Nigeria major problem is corruption and that is one reason he sight for taking over the govt. I will say a big YES 57 Likes 1 Share |
| Re: Buhari 'Not Sorry' For 1983 Coup: Does Corruption Justify Military Action? by dridowu: 12:38pm On Jan 20, 2015 |
If military coup will stop corruption, i support. If military coup will improve our health sector , i support. If milatary coup will improve our education system , i support. If military coup will bring peace, happiness, joy and unity to the common man like me , then i have no choice than to support . #FeBuhari14 #TeamChangeNigeria4Good 58 Likes 1 Share |
| Re: Buhari 'Not Sorry' For 1983 Coup: Does Corruption Justify Military Action? by DrWalter: 12:40pm On Jan 20, 2015 |
GMB till GEJ becomes sensible 22 Likes |
| Re: Buhari 'Not Sorry' For 1983 Coup: Does Corruption Justify Military Action? by Dannyset(m): 12:40pm On Jan 20, 2015 |
Way back it does. Before now, any unstable govt(Democratic or Military) attracts coup. If corruption was so glaring at that time, and the masses are complaining heavily and it gets to a point where it becomes unbearable, there is likely to be a coup. Oh! U think if it was in the 80s, the insurgency in Nigeria now would not hav attracted military intervention in form of a coup? Military hates weak govt. That he isn't sorry for doing that shows his level of integrity, and that should tell u he means what he says. He said there won't be chance for corruption now. So be it. 34 Likes 2 Shares |
| Re: Buhari 'Not Sorry' For 1983 Coup: Does Corruption Justify Military Action? by customized07: 12:42pm On Jan 20, 2015 |
This man can't help but show his furious attribute, he will unleash his true colour if he wins. 12 Likes 2 Shares |
| Re: Buhari 'Not Sorry' For 1983 Coup: Does Corruption Justify Military Action? by Seun(m): 12:43pm On Jan 20, 2015 |
peckhamboi:Apologies, I'm trying to embrace the idea of GMB as president, but I just felt really bothered by the statements above, The coup happened over 30 years agoThe interview happened very recently. and I remember vividly there were wild jubiliation all over the country after the coupEvery president has enemies - for example, the millions who voted against him. If the president is overthrown, those people will jubilate. 46 Likes 4 Shares |
| Re: Buhari 'Not Sorry' For 1983 Coup: Does Corruption Justify Military Action? by Dreal1247: 12:47pm On Jan 20, 2015 |
But he that comes to equity, they say must come with clean hands. Are Buhari's hands clean? 35 Likes 3 Shares |
| Re: Buhari 'Not Sorry' For 1983 Coup: Does Corruption Justify Military Action? by fkaz(m): 12:49pm On Jan 20, 2015 |
customized07: If his true colour is to deal with corrupt politician, let him unleash it on them. 28 Likes 1 Share |
| Re: Buhari 'Not Sorry' For 1983 Coup: Does Corruption Justify Military Action? by Seun(m): 12:52pm On Jan 20, 2015 |
feelamong:He has not accepted that he made a mistake. If you don't admit your mistakes and correct them, you will keep making them. Today he is a democrat, contested presidential elections 3 times and went to court for justice on those 3 elections..A cynical person would say that the reason he is doing all this is because he no longer has the military capability to take power by force. Look, I have decided that it may not be bad to have change, but we need to understand the new man before giving him dominion over us. 52 Likes 10 Shares |
| Re: Buhari 'Not Sorry' For 1983 Coup: Does Corruption Justify Military Action? by Sanchez01: 12:53pm On Jan 20, 2015 |
Truth is coup was more pronounced back then it is now. We operate a more meaningful democracy even though the whole system is falling, all thanks to corruption. I see no reason why a coup would be staged. I'm a fan of the General and I wouldn't waste time in condemning the act, alongside meaningful Nigerians who mean well for the country. Regardless, just like someone had mentioned above, this is uncalled for and it could spark more outrage, following the sickly display Fayose put up just a day ago. 11 Likes |
| Re: Buhari 'Not Sorry' For 1983 Coup: Does Corruption Justify Military Action? by Nobody: 12:54pm On Jan 20, 2015 |
Seun:humility at its peak  19 Likes |
| Re: Buhari 'Not Sorry' For 1983 Coup: Does Corruption Justify Military Action? by mentorandfriend(m): 12:55pm On Jan 20, 2015 |
Uncle Seun, please I have a question for ya. Was there widespread, shameless, brazen corruption in broad daylight during Shagari's regime? YES. Did the military who took over continue in the broad day light corruption? NO. So what should he be sorry about? 27 Likes |
| Re: Buhari 'Not Sorry' For 1983 Coup: Does Corruption Justify Military Action? by GreatSoul: 12:55pm On Jan 20, 2015 |
What do you expect to hear from a military mind that understands brute force better than 'cerebral' intelligence? I still can't get over the fact that his preferred choice of action was to cage Umaru Dikko rather than apply for extradition. Beware of a man whose thinking is in reverse. 14 Likes 1 Share |
| Re: Buhari 'Not Sorry' For 1983 Coup: Does Corruption Justify Military Action? by mentorandfriend(m): 12:58pm On Jan 20, 2015 |
GreatSoul:You know nothing about Umaru Dikko affair. Google it up. 13 Likes |
| Re: Buhari 'Not Sorry' For 1983 Coup: Does Corruption Justify Military Action? by alentyno: 12:59pm On Jan 20, 2015 |
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| Re: Buhari 'Not Sorry' For 1983 Coup: Does Corruption Justify Military Action? by hayoakins(m): 1:00pm On Jan 20, 2015 |
Yes, corruption does 1 Like |
| Re: Buhari 'Not Sorry' For 1983 Coup: Does Corruption Justify Military Action? by stebell(m): 1:00pm On Jan 20, 2015 |
Seun tnx very much for this ur post. GMB has never apologised for overthrowing a democratic govt no mata wat he claimed to be his reasons and yet he wants to benefit frm such. God of heaven will never allow him to be president again. Sai GEJ Shame Buhari 23 Likes 3 Shares |
| Re: Buhari 'Not Sorry' For 1983 Coup: Does Corruption Justify Military Action? by rozayx5(m): 1:03pm On Jan 20, 2015 |
he should have been treated how the 40 soldiers were treated 8 Likes 1 Share |
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