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Re: South South: This Is Constitutionalised Modern Day Slavery. by Nobody: 7:05pm On Aug 09, 2015 |
gesundheit: Bro, take it easy. Truth is really hurting you. If thieves like IBB, former coup plotter PMB, Abdlusalam and other certified Northern thieves are regarded as untouchables and transparent, why should I do the opposite to my own person? I used to fall for that scam. Not anymore. 3 Likes |
Re: South South: This Is Constitutionalised Modern Day Slavery. by Beremx(f): 7:05pm On Aug 09, 2015 |
gesundheit:dude is a bloody hypocrite no doubt! 4 Likes |
Re: South South: This Is Constitutionalised Modern Day Slavery. by Nobody: 7:05pm On Aug 09, 2015 |
atbu1983: Only God knows what the hell he was thinking. SMH! |
Re: South South: This Is Constitutionalised Modern Day Slavery. by gesundheit: 7:09pm On Aug 09, 2015 |
dearpreye: It's obvious you have sold your brains to slavery in the Bahamas. Your gej was the ex-president, he has the right to probe and imprison all these people. But at last he was busy stealing the common patrimony, I just pity the well thinking Niger Deltans the way there only chance was wasted. 5 Likes |
Re: South South: This Is Constitutionalised Modern Day Slavery. by Beremx(f): 7:11pm On Aug 09, 2015 |
Ahaaa! Abagoro/Abagworo,I see you viewing. I just read from a poster on this thread that Ikwerres migrated from Benin. Is is true? 3 Likes |
Re: South South: This Is Constitutionalised Modern Day Slavery. by Udmaster(m): 7:11pm On Aug 09, 2015 |
Flyoruboy:BORING, try again.. |
Re: South South: This Is Constitutionalised Modern Day Slavery. by abagoro(m): 7:13pm On Aug 09, 2015 |
dearpreye: You are a confirmed iidiot. I can remember vividly when you and others attacked me for suggesting Jonathan focus on East-West road and as well build a Seaport in Bayelsa as quickly as possible. Everything in South South was built by Northerners including the refineries. Jonathan neither revived the old one nor built another in his near 6 years but Buhari will revive all and build more. Mark it somewhere. 11 Likes 1 Share |
Re: South South: This Is Constitutionalised Modern Day Slavery. by Flyoruboy(m): 7:13pm On Aug 09, 2015 |
Udmaster: Chai! E pain am. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() 7 Likes 1 Share |
Re: South South: This Is Constitutionalised Modern Day Slavery. by Nobody: 7:15pm On Aug 09, 2015 |
dearpreye: Also we the south south also failed when Jonathan was president. When Jonathan was president, was the best time for us to agitate with the loudest voice and noise. but we were myopic. we relaxed and was happy on the short term. forgetting that it is when you have someone sympathetic to your course you made the highest hit. But most of our leaders were myopic and happy with their pocket filled with cash that they 4got the future. 5 Likes |
Re: South South: This Is Constitutionalised Modern Day Slavery. by Nobody: 7:15pm On Aug 09, 2015 |
gesundheit: Why is GEJ the only opportunity the SS will have at the presidency? |
Re: South South: This Is Constitutionalised Modern Day Slavery. by docadams: 7:16pm On Aug 09, 2015 |
It is difficult to be a slave in your own house, environment, or region. If such happens, there must be internal collaborators. Such elements must first be dealt with before emancipating yourself from your assumed slavery. |
Re: South South: This Is Constitutionalised Modern Day Slavery. by Nobody: 7:16pm On Aug 09, 2015 |
atbu1983: I can't tell of others. I never removed my eyes from the big picture. Not even for once. GEJ presidency na crumbs to me. There was no way I would have being myopic over such a crucial issue. |
Re: South South: This Is Constitutionalised Modern Day Slavery. by Udmaster(m): 7:20pm On Aug 09, 2015 |
Flyoruboy:another Boring Trash. |
Re: South South: This Is Constitutionalised Modern Day Slavery. by Nobody: 7:21pm On Aug 09, 2015 |
Beremx: HISTORY OF IKWERRE PEOPLE Amadi-Nna (1993) added that: “The Ikwerres are a small but distinct tribe. The Ikwerres have distinct linguistic, social and cultural traits and formations that distinguish them from other close neighbouring tribes like the Ijaws and the Ibos. Majority of the Ikwerre settlements have their roots traceable from the old Benin Empire.” Iwhnurọhna people descended from the ancient Bini Kingdom. The name of the grand ancestor is Akalaka. Their relations in Rivers State are Ekpeye and Ogba people. The reigning Oba of Benin when Akalaka, the ancestor of Ihruọha (later called Iwhnurọhna) fled was Oba Ewuare (Ogwaro). Akalaka, a member of the Benin royal family, fled in the 13 th century on allegation of plotting assassination of the Oba. He died in 1462. Iwhnurọhna his third son settled east of the Sombrero River by 1538 AD, as detailed below. Chief N.M.T. Solomon (2004), native of Ikodu Ubie in Ekpeyeland, in his narrative draws heavily from the now authenticated written historical records delivered by various informed sources including “Eketu (Weber) of Ubeta, assumed to have lived for over two hundred (200) years as the oldest man in all Ekpeye, Ogba and Iwhnurọ hna (or Ikwerre), at that time (and) was asked to narrate the history and customs of Ekpeye people” as unfolded in his lifetime. Here is what he said, which has been validated by the accounts of the current generation through responses to our questionnaires and direct interviews thereby increasing our level of confidence on the data: Ekpeye, born in Benin, was the first of the three sons of Akalaka. While in Ndoni, he married a second wife to gain the love and favour of the people. The new wife gave birth to a son, which he named Ogba. Akalaka was still in Ndoni when his first wife, the mother of Ekpeye, gave birth to his third son called Ihruoha (Ikwerre). Similar historical fact by J.N. Olise (1971) averred that: “Akalaka, a member of the Benin royal family, fled with his wife from Benin to Ndoni, a community located close to the River Niger, to save the life of his new born baby (Ekpeye) … While at Ndoni, Akalaka took a second wife. … Akalaka had two sons, Ekpeye – born to him by his Benin wife, and Ogba – born to him by his Ndoni wife. According to F.E. Otuwarikpo (1994): " After the death of Akalaka in 1462 AD, his two sons, Ekpeye and Ogba had conflict, which compelled Ogba, the younger son, to move northwards where he founded Ohiakwo (Obigwe) and settled with his family. Ekpeye who remained at Ula-Ubie had seven sons – Ubie, Akoh, Upata, Igbuduya, Ekpe, Awala and Asa. The last three sons – Ekpe, Awala and Asa – crossed to the other side of Sombreiro River (present day Ikwerreland and settled there since 1538 AD.” He added that: “Ekpe migrated to present day Rumuekpe and spread through Elele (Alimini), Ndele, Rumuji and part of Ibaa. Awala migrated to present day Isiokpo …” Amadi-Nna (1993) also said Akalaka migrated with his half brother called Ochichi from the area of Benin Empire. Ochichi sons were Ele (Omerele, now Elele), Elu (Elumuoha, now Omerelu), Egbe (Egbeda) and Mini (Alimini, Isiokpo). The crucial point here, which is of great importance in tracing the joint origin of the ancestors of the Old Ahoada Division (in the Governor Diete-Spiff administration), is the mention of the number of children that Akalaka had, namely: Ekpeye, Ogba and Ihru ọ ha (Ikwerre). It is noteworthy that the pedigree and name of Ikwerre people, Iwhnurọhna, obviously took its root from this original name – Ihruọha. Chief Solomon therefore establishes a very vital historical link, which has been missing in literature on Ikwerre origin that would assume more significance in the discourses of Ikwerre genealogy in the future – the fact that Akalaka was the direct father of Ihru ọha (Ikwerre). Iwhnurọhna, in Ikwere parlance, means the face of the community (town, city or village). Nigerian colonial history records that the name "Ikwerre" was given by the colonial administration when they wanted to acquire the Rebisi waterfront to build the wharf. Using an Ibo interpreter to talk to the illiterate Rebisi (Port Harcourt) chiefs, they asked them: Would you permit us to use the waterfront to build the wharf for ships to berth? And they answered: A KWERULEM , meaning - "We have agreed." What the white-man was hearing was "Ikwerre," so he recorded it in the official gazette that the IKWERRE PEOPLE have agreed for the colonial administration to build the wharf. And since it was the official record of government, the name Ikwerre became the name of the Iwhnurohna people in all official documentations till date. Similar cases of Anglicization of native names in the Niger Delta region by the colonial administration are Benin for Bini, Okrika for Wakrike, Degema for Udekema, Abonnema for Obonoma, Brass for Gbara sni, Bonny for Ibani, Pepple for Perekule, Ahoada for Ehuda, etc Even so, “… there were dissenting voices, … who believed that Ikwerre origins lay outside Igbo land, … in the Benin Kingdom of old. It is, therefore, obvious that the interminable debate about Ikwerre origins and migrations including the repudiation of the Igbo tradition is not a phenomenon of the post-civil war period. The controversy, as it were, is not necessarily the product of the present political realities wherein groups which hitherto were seen to have cultural affinities now find themselves in different states or administrative systems.” -- K.O. Amadi (1993) The Ogbakor Ikwerre Convention, a cultural organization of Ikwerre people, in a paper presented to the Human Rights Violation Commission headed by Rtd. Justice Chukwudifu Oputa on 10 October 2001, said: “Ikwerre ethnic nationality is not and has never been a sub-group of any other tribe in Nigeria including Ndi-Igbo. There is no doubt that the advent of the British and later regionalization put Ndi-Igbo at the helm of affairs in Eastern Nigeria. This brought Ndi-Igbo into Ikwerre land. In course of time, the Igbo took advantage of their position in the then Eastern Regional Government to grab land in Ikwerre and occupy political positions such as the mayor of Port Harcourt. In the process, Ikwerre along with other minority groups were marginalized and driven to the background.” Professor Godwin Tasie noted that in 1913 the Rt Rev Herbert Tugwell, the Anglican Bishop on the Niger, undertook an experimentation tour of Ikwerre towns and villages assumed to be Ibo-speaking to test the Union Ibo Bible Nso being introduced in Iboland. "Tugwell discovered from the tests he carried out that although the Ikwerre were often regarded as Ibo… the Union Ibo Bible translation, surprisingly, was not easily understood by the Ikwere." This is obviously why Igbo vernacular was compulsorily introduced and taught in all schools in Ikwerreland before the Nigerian Civil War to the assimilation (i.e. destruction) of the Ikwere language. This also obviously led to the Rumuomasi Declaration in 1965. " … in their meeting at Rumuomasi in 1965 the Ikwerre had, under the umbrella of a highly promising new body that was to get the Ikwerre together as a people of new and clearer vision, they had declared themselves as a people of the distinct identity of Ikwerre Ethnic Nationality - not Ibo, not Ijo, not anything else but Ikwerre, Iwhnurọhna. This was the historic Rumuomasi Declaration of 1965 (G.O.M. Tasie, 2000). The full implication is that Ikwere people began to assert themselves forcefully as an ethnic nationality of their own and not Ibos or Ijos, and efforts were made to revert to the original Ikwere names for families, villages, communities and landmarks. For instance, there was the change from Umuola to Rumuola , Umuoro to Rumuoro , Umukrushi to Rumuokwurusi , just to name a few. CHAIRMAN, BOARD OF TRUSTEES IWHNURỌHNA CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION Saturday, 5 February 2011 References: Olise, J.N. (1971) The Peoples of Benin , Oxford University Press Amadi, K.O. (1993) Amadi- Nna,S.O.L. (1993) Otuwarikpo , F.E. (1994) Studies in Ikwerre History and Culture , in Nduka, O. (ed) (1993) Craft Publishing Ltd Studies in Ikwerre History and Culture , in Nduka, O. (ed) (1993) Craft Publishing Ltd The Phonology of Ekpeye: A Descriptive Analysis , unpublished MA Thesis, University of Jos Solomon, N.M.T. (2004) A Short History of Ekpeye People (an excerpt from an upcoming book entitled “THE EKPEYE BOOK – A Comprehensive Guide in the History and Culture of Ekpeye People of the Niger Delta Region in Nigeria” published by Usama Ekpeye USA Inc, Tasie, G.O.M. (2000) Chairman's Opening Remarks at the Maiden Ikwerre Annual Thanksgiving Day, mimeo 3 Likes |
Re: South South: This Is Constitutionalised Modern Day Slavery. by Flyoruboy(m): 7:25pm On Aug 09, 2015 |
Udmaster: Perhaps Lagos is too much for you? Ok, you can try Ibadan, another mini-London. There's an area there called Ekotedo, na your kinsmen full the place, just as them full AJ city ghetto for Lagos. Catch an ABC bus to IB city, when you arrive there gimme a holler for directions. ![]() 5 Likes 1 Share |
Re: South South: This Is Constitutionalised Modern Day Slavery. by PassingShot(m): 7:25pm On Aug 09, 2015 |
atbu1983:You have made a well analytical and thoroughly explained contribution. As a Yoruba, I even want to live separately from the Igbos, Hausas and SSerners for obvious reasons of culture, language, religion and innate characteristics. 4 Likes |
Re: South South: This Is Constitutionalised Modern Day Slavery. by TIMEISWISDOM(m): 7:28pm On Aug 09, 2015 |
Beremx:Please ma What relates Jonathan with this ![]() ![]() |
Re: South South: This Is Constitutionalised Modern Day Slavery. by Udmaster(m): 7:29pm On Aug 09, 2015 |
TRASH! your diabolic backward Edo state have NO drop of crude oil. NB: Crude oil is not prostitution. BUNKOM[quote author=atbu1983 post=36782699] HISTORY OF IKWERRE PEOPLE Amadi-Nna (1993) added that: “The Ikwerres are a small but distinct tribe. The Ikwerres have distinct linguistic, social and cultural traits and formations that distinguish them from other close neighbouring tribes like the Ijaws and the Ibos. Majority of the Ikwerre settlements have their roots traceable from the old Benin Empire.” Iwhnurọhna people descended from the ancient Bini Kingdom. The name of the grand ancestor is Akalaka. Their relations in Rivers State are Ekpeye and Ogba people. The reigning Oba of Benin when Akalaka, the ancestor of Ihruọha (later called Iwhnurọhna) fled was Oba Ewuare (Ogwaro). Akalaka, a member of the Benin royal family, fled in the 13 th century on allegation of plotting assassination of the Oba. He died in 1462. Iwhnurọhna his third son settled east of the Sombrero River by 1538 AD, as detailed below. Chief N.M.T. Solomon (2004), native of Ikodu Ubie in Ekpeyeland, in his narrative draws heavily from the now authenticated written historical records delivered by various informed sources including “Eketu (Weber) of Ubeta, assumed to have lived for over two hundred (200) years as the oldest man in all Ekpeye, Ogba and Iwhnurọ hna (or Ikwerre), at that time (and) was asked to narrate the history and customs of Ekpeye people” as unfolded in his lifetime. Here is what he said, which has been validated by the accounts of the current generation through responses to our questionnaires and direct interviews thereby increasing our level of confidence on the data: Ekpeye, born in Benin, was the first of the three sons of Akalaka. While in Ndoni, he married a second wife to gain the love and favour of the people. The new wife gave birth to a son, which he named Ogba. Akalaka was still in Ndoni when his first wife, the mother of Ekpeye, gave birth to his third son called Ihruoha (Ikwerre). Similar historical fact by J.N. Olise (1971) averred that: “Akalaka, a member of the Benin royal family, fled with his wife from Benin to Ndoni, a community located close to the River Niger, to save the life of his new born baby (Ekpeye) … While at Ndoni, Akalaka took a second wife. … Akalaka had two sons, Ekpeye – born to him by his Benin wife, and Ogba – born to him by his Ndoni wife. According to F.E. Otuwarikpo (1994): " After the death of Akalaka in 1462 AD, his two sons, Ekpeye and Ogba had conflict, which compelled Ogba, the younger son, to move northwards where he founded Ohiakwo (Obigwe) and settled with his family. Ekpeye who remained at Ula-Ubie had seven sons – Ubie, Akoh, Upata, Igbuduya, Ekpe, Awala and Asa. The last three sons – Ekpe, Awala and Asa – crossed to the other side of Sombreiro River (present day Ikwerreland and settled there since 1538 AD.” He added that: “Ekpe migrated to present day Rumuekpe and spread through Elele (Alimini), Ndele, Rumuji and part of Ibaa. Awala migrated to present day Isiokpo …” Amadi-Nna (1993) also said Akalaka migrated with his half brother called Ochichi from the area of Benin Empire. Ochichi sons were Ele (Omerele, now Elele), Elu (Elumuoha, now Omerelu), Egbe (Egbeda) and Mini (Alimini, Isiokpo). The crucial point here, which is of great importance in tracing the joint origin of the ancestors of the Old Ahoada Division (in the Governor Diete-Spiff administration), is the mention of the number of children that Akalaka had, namely: Ekpeye, Ogba and Ihru ọ ha (Ikwerre). It is noteworthy that the pedigree and name of Ikwerre people, Iwhnurọhna, obviously took its root from this original name – Ihruọha. |
Re: South South: This Is Constitutionalised Modern Day Slavery. by Nobody: 7:30pm On Aug 09, 2015 |
dearpreye: Another SS will become president. but the longest time it will take is another 40years if we continue with 8years rotation of south and north presidency. but it may be shorter than that. because when it is time for SE presidency, if a SS person shows strong interest, Yoruba and hausa will rather support SS than SE. Just my opinion. it may happen in 2023 (8years time) if SS play their card right. by claiming we have not done 8years. it will be a struggle btw us and SE. but if we miss 2023, we may wait for 2055!! 3 Likes |
Re: South South: This Is Constitutionalised Modern Day Slavery. by Udmaster(m): 7:31pm On Aug 09, 2015 |
Flyoruboy:guy, am allergic to boring nonentities, try another style. |
Re: South South: This Is Constitutionalised Modern Day Slavery. by Nobody: 7:31pm On Aug 09, 2015 |
abagoro: Show me where. Just show me where. There was NO way I could have done that. Just no way. Show me the thread. How could any sensible person do that bro? Show me the thread. NOW! |
Re: South South: This Is Constitutionalised Modern Day Slavery. by Udmaster(m): 7:32pm On Aug 09, 2015 |
atbu1983:your Backward Edo state do Not have A Drop of crude oil because crude oil is NOT Prostitution. 1 Like |
Re: South South: This Is Constitutionalised Modern Day Slavery. by Nobody: 7:34pm On Aug 09, 2015 |
Udmaster: Bro, don't go that way, please. West learn to disagree within the limits of patience and tolerance. Please. |
Re: South South: This Is Constitutionalised Modern Day Slavery. by Nobody: 7:35pm On Aug 09, 2015 |
Udmaster: You claim SE and SS are one. why are you angry towards the possibility of SS being president in 2023? You see, you are a hippocrite!!! Igbo don't love us South south, they love only our oil just like Hausa and Yoruba. Edo state have oil but not much compared to the big 4 (rivers,delta,bayelsa and akwa ibom). I am a petroleum engineer Edo oil is produced by NPDC and Panocean. The problem with you is that you lack knowledge. The only thing you know is bear parlour gist. 8 Likes |
Re: South South: This Is Constitutionalised Modern Day Slavery. by winniz: 7:39pm On Aug 09, 2015 |
At OP time to ignore derailers and suggest the way forward. |
Re: South South: This Is Constitutionalised Modern Day Slavery. by Udmaster(m): 7:39pm On Aug 09, 2015 |
atbu1983:BIG LIES! There is No Single Drop of crude oil in your witchcraft state which have a prostitutional ancestry to Italy.. You people are not part of NDDC(Abia, Akwa Ibom, Imo, Delta, Bayelsa, Rivers, Ondo, and recently joined by Anambra).. 6 Likes |
Re: South South: This Is Constitutionalised Modern Day Slavery. by Vicotex(m): 7:39pm On Aug 09, 2015 |
PassingShot: A dead Anambra woman is better than a living Osun Man -FACT 8 Likes |
Re: South South: This Is Constitutionalised Modern Day Slavery. by Nobody: 7:40pm On Aug 09, 2015 |
winniz: The Way Forward is simple. The SS / SE must seek to strengthen their relationship and unity. The current system is a hindrance. 3 Likes 1 Share |
Re: South South: This Is Constitutionalised Modern Day Slavery. by Udmaster(m): 7:40pm On Aug 09, 2015 |
dearpreye:ok, you are one of the few monikers i love in this website. Your analytical skills is quality. |
Re: South South: This Is Constitutionalised Modern Day Slavery. by Vicotex(m): 7:42pm On Aug 09, 2015 |
atbu1983:You mean to tell me that there is OYEL in UROMI? Or IKPOBA ? 2 Likes |
Re: South South: This Is Constitutionalised Modern Day Slavery. by Nobody: 7:43pm On Aug 09, 2015 |
dearpreye:I'm sorry for how tribal supremacist derailed your thread. Next time add a caveat. Pele 2 Likes 1 Share |
Re: South South: This Is Constitutionalised Modern Day Slavery. by major466(m): 7:44pm On Aug 09, 2015 |
That is it! This is exactly what we have been talking about. The early 60s saw Nigeria blossom into an economic power house in the field of agriculture. Each region within the country was in total countrol of its resources. Then the North, South and East were identified by their agricultural produce like Cotton, Groundnuts, Cocoa, Rubber, Palm-oil etc on the map. Not only were these regions self-suficient in revenue generation, they actually contributed resources to the centre for the overall developement the country. Nigeria's potential of becoming an economic power house was so visible at that time, economic analyst were more confident of Nigeria's economic outlook than countries like South Korea, Singapore, Malasia and Indonesia. Those were best times of Nigeria's economic activity, the only country in Africa that was not bullied by the West in those days. Alas!, the moment Nigeria slide into this primitive Socialist Economic structure after the civil war, Nigeria's economic development Sky-Dived from a promising Agro-economic player to a sorry state of a country where the only source of foriegn exchange is crude oil. How can Nigeria develop economically with this kind of structure ![]() Nigeria's current economic structure where proceeds of economic activities are collected by the centre and shared to states is not only the bane of our underdevelopment, it is actually the Corruption hamparing long lasting economic development. This system is fundamentally flawed, outdated, inefficient and unsustainable. It rewards laziness and mediocrity, an Almajiri-Style of structure if you like. No nation on earth can develop with this kind of economic structure. Unless all Nigeria's unite and demand for Total Restructuring of Nigeria's economic system to reflect the ideals of Real Economic Federalism where states or regions will have access and control of their God given resources to develop at their own pace, the circle of mediocity, underdevelopment and backwardness will continue unabated. 1 Like |
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