Quakertellicus1:
Hmmm......

The Western Sahara issue is not like the Biafra issue for these reasons

1.Western Sahara was a colony of Spain (was called Spanish Morocco)....while Morocco proper was a colony of France.

2. Morocco got independence from France in the 1960's. Western Sahara did not get independence till 1975.

3.When Spain quit Western Sahara.....Morocco and Mauritania marched in and split the country between themselves.

4.Eventually, Mauritania left its half of Western Sahara....which was taken over by Morocco eventually.

5.The OAU (Now AU) Strongly censured Morocco for its activity....and as a result....Morocco pulled out of the then OAU in 1975. Since then, they have stayed out.

6.Since the 1970's,Nigeria has always backed the Western Sahara.....in line with OAU/AU mandates. So..Buhari is just continuing an old policy...which is backed by all other African states.

Sorry,but this ain't Biafra in the desert....

Modified at 10pm:

To all those responding with abuse to my post....my making this my comment does not in anyway stop you from fighting or agitating for Biafra.It is a democracy.....you are free to do that, and I am free to oppose you.

At the same time,let us do it with decorum in speech. Calling someone names because he or she say something that challenges your beliefs does nothing to convince people of the rightness of your beliefs.I did not insult anyone in making my comment, nor did I stop anyone from fighting for Biafra by my comment. So...why the insults.? Is this the language you use in public?

If we can all speak with civility and with tolerance for each other...our Nairaland would be a better place.

Thank you and it is goodnight from me

PhockPhockMan:


Can you imagine?
In one side of his mouth, he said he can't tolerate Biafra, while he's using the other corner to campaign for independence of Palestine and western Sahara.
Hypocrite.

SirShymexx:


Those who believe Messi can't be named top 20 football players ever need their heads checked. BooHarry is no Messi - he's more of a Titus Bramble. A careless tackler with very low football IQ who depends more on his physical attributes and no nonsense nature. And who wants to be a fan of Titus Bramble?

SirShymexx:


I can't believe the re.tard, GEJ, was more diplomatic in his approach than BooHarry. Now this is absolutely shocking.

Some things are right in context, but when it comes to diplomacy, there are certain ways you have to go about it not to cause a row and start something that might end up biting you in the arse.

Obama made a similar gaffe today when he was asked about how Libya turned out. Rather than embrace diplomacy to protect the "special friendship" between the US and UK, he decided to label David Cameron and the UK "free rider". If you followed the Libyan crisis, you'd know that Obama wanted no part of Libya - Hilary Clinton, David Cameron, and Nicolas Sarkozy were the ones who arm-twisted him into getting involved and overthrowing Gaddaffi. In hindsight, I believe he regrets that decision now. However, going out in public to label a next leader "a free rider" isn't the diplomatic way to go about it. And now there's a backlash, with all kinds of inconsequential MPs in the UK and France talking smack to him about the worst leader in recent history. The white house is also trying to clean up the mess he created.

Leaders need to think before they open their mouths.

nickxtra:
Good one from him. Western Sahara must be free.

Snipes009:
You just proved me right. Lol. Flipping your words: To some and many people, those who believe Buhari isn't a step in the right direction for Nigeria (including you) needs their heads checked. Yeah, the Daura ex-cattle rearer-turned president falters amidst his strong efforts to ameliorate Nigeria's condition. You can argue all you want, but the facts stays facts. Just as not putting Messi in your Top 20 just cos he has lost too many penalties makes them look dumb.

Saladin25:


Haha... you are mincing words together. What has Obama and rogue friends that invaded Libya got to do with this. The same foolish Obama you are supporting was the one saying Gaddafi must go, he is a tyrant now saying he was misinformed about Libya. I thought he is an intelligent lawyer never knew he was a dullard Lik Bush Jnr. That is by the way.

Now back to our discussion, Nigeria had been in support of Western Sahara since the 70's. A territory was shared between to nations (Morocco and Mauritania). The former uses aggression took over the latter's territory. A liberation party sprang up that they don't want to join Morocco. Seek some help from other nations and they got it. Nigeria has been supporting SADR since the 70's. If you are in support of someone you say it out not by keeping in silence. That is international politics for you. We won't change our position on this issue. Thumbs up to PMB Bleep IPOB people condemning this move.

usmyak:
Ipob, IPad or I paid whatever you call yourself, it would gladen my heart to see that you people go . So that there will be no kidnapping, arm robbery,blood money, baby factory, fake capsule, and should I say no more buying fufu as a phone by innocent citizen. And lastly no piracy of others handwork.

SirShymexx:


Stop it. BooHarry is no Messi. Messi is greatness personified even on his off day. But he's not a robot and missing penalties shows he is human. And I reiterate: whoever thinks Messi isn't top 5 ever needs his brain checked.

BooHarry on the other hand is like Titus Bramble. Decent at times but was below average throughout his career due to low football IQ, reckless tackles, and calamitous defending from time to time. Classic BooHarry for you and how he hasn't achieved anything of note since he assumed office. So BooHarry fans need their brain checked cos most of them are either stark illiterates who don't understand governance or paid hacks.

BTW, if you don't like the Titus Bramble comparison - you can always pick David James the Calamity James as a replacement. But the Messi comparison is way off - BooHarry is no Messi.

Snipes009:
Stop rambling on the same thing brother. Go check my comments, never compared Buhari to Messi. Just an analogy for the sane heads. Funny how you've turned this into a Supersport half-time pundits session lol. Let me make it clearer to you then. All I'm saying is: your opinion about Buhari's performance is wack, if we place it on "all-facts" pedestal. As you can compare Buhari to Bramble and James, now mention who in this demo'crazy' of ours is your Messi. If Messi is not in your team, you gotta use Bramble. No choice. Got it now? Or you still gonna Gary Neville yourself? Too much talk, with little to prove....lol

SirShymexx:


You are the one rambling like a broken record.

Before you do a comparative analysis with someone who is greatness personified in an analogy, the person has to be great as well. Didn't they teach you the basics of comparative analysis in whatever school you attended? What does Buhari have in common with Messi?

There is no Messi in naij politics. Naij is like Aston Villa, so why would any sane person person be looking for a Messi in something as dysfunctional as that? Go find something mediocre to compare Buhari with and leave Messi out of it. Nothing in common, mate.

Quakertellicus1:
Hmmm......

The Western Sahara issue is not like the Biafra issue for these reasons

1.Western Sahara was a colony of Spain (was called Spanish Morocco)....while Morocco proper was a colony of France.

2. Morocco got independence from France in the 1960's. Western Sahara did not get independence till 1975.

3.When Spain quit Western Sahara.....Morocco and Mauritania marched in and split the country between themselves.

4.Eventually, Mauritania left its half of Western Sahara....which was taken over by Morocco eventually.

5.The OAU (Now AU) Strongly censured Morocco for its activity....and as a result....Morocco pulled out of the then OAU in 1975. Since then, they have stayed out.

6.Since the 1970's,Nigeria has always backed the Western Sahara.....in line with OAU/AU mandates. So..Buhari is just continuing an old policy...which is backed by all other African states.

Sorry,but this ain't Biafra in the desert....

Modified at 10pm:

To all those responding with abuse to my post....my making this my comment does not in anyway stop you from fighting or agitating for Biafra.It is a democracy.....you are free to do that, and I am free to oppose you.

At the same time,let us do it with decorum in speech. Calling someone names because he or she say something that challenges your beliefs does nothing to convince people of the rightness of your beliefs.I did not insult anyone in making my comment, nor did I stop anyone from fighting for Biafra by my comment. So...why the insults.? Is this the language you use in public?

If we can all speak with civility and with tolerance for each other...our Nairaland would be a better place.

Thank you and it is goodnight from me

SirShymexx:


You are the one rambling like a broken record.

Before you do a comparative analysis with someone who is greatness personified in an analogy, the person has to be great as well. Didn't they teach you the basics of comparative analysis in whatever school you attended? What does Buhari have in common with Messi?

There is no Messi in naij politics. Naij is like Aston Villa, so why would any sane person person be looking for a Messi in something as dysfunctional as that? Go find something mediocre to compare Buhari with and leave Messi out of it. Nothing in common, mate.

Missy89:


more like Warri Wolves

Snipes009:
You really can't read to comprehend. Go check my 1st comment. I never compared him to Messi. You just displaying your ignorance on and on and on. Don't let the unnecessary hate of this man becloud your sense of reasoning, pal.

Ohammadike:
http://www.vanguardngr.com/2016/03/buhari-backs-western-sahara-on-self-determination-from-morocco/?utm_source=&utm_medium=twitter

dtruth3:
I swear Bubu is a confirmed confused Nincompoop!
I saw that news on AIT and I was like why did Allah decide to punish this man with deteriorating brain cells?

Imagine the hypocrisy? Supporting others for self determination, while refusing the one happening at your back door?


Now I believe something is wrong with his BRAIN! It's either he is an Idiat, or he is really an Idi.ot

kingbasil:


This happens when you surround yourself with sychophants... he takes up the pose Of Jack of all trades when we all know that he is just a master of cow rearing... its just so unfortunate...

SirShymexx:


Sometimes, it is always nice to read the context in which an example is made. I cited the Obama diplomatic gaffe cos what he said is right, but he went about it the wrong way, thus causing an unnecessary diplomatic row. Not comparing stories.

Is continuing a stance naij and the AU has maintained for a long time right? - absolutely yes. But is BooHarry right in coming out openly to support it right based on diplomacy and bilateral relationship between naij and Morocco, especially when he is also dealing with something similar albeit to a lesser degree on Homefront? - no.

The scenario being played out here is similar to the Kurds vs Turkey. Most Western countries support the Kurds covertly and they also have a good relationship with Turkey, hence Turkey is a member of NATO. However, they will never openly support the Kurds' right to independence and self-governance cos it will cause a massive row with Turkey.

I hope the clearer example helps since you have a problem reading in context.

Saladin25:


That isn't a diplomacy but hypocrisy. When you are in support of something you say it out, your body language says it all.
Using western nations as an example won't make me support your stance. Western nation are the greatest hypocrites in 20th and 21st century. Buhari is a Muslim man and he won't be a hypocrite like the so called western leaders.
I understand everything you said, that is why I said you still mince words.

haha.... PMB God bless you, a leader who don't bow to pressure just to satisfy some people.

SirShymexx:


Stop it, you compared him to Messi. Next time don't call Messi's name in vain. It is blasphemy.

I don't hate the man and I actually did a better job on here than the APC rats convincing folks to vote for him cos he's a better option than GEJ, though I have never been his fan and didn't hide it. However, public officers are not above critique and since he has been an utter failure this far, I shall continue to call him out.

I don't worship personalities - I look at the body of work.

Snipes009:
Comprehension is key to communication. I communicated, you still couldn't comprende. I'm not his fan, neither an advocate of his policies. I didn't canvass for votes for him, neither did I vote. But I'm more reasonable and factual in my assessment of him, and every other past presidents. Since you agree he is a better option, then if Nigeria is likened to your proverbial Aston Villa team, I wonder who the MVP is in that team. It's weekend bruh, gotta go catch some fun. Have fun too...

SirShymexx:


It isn't hypocrisy. International relations isn't about wearing ya emotions on ya sleeves, hence despite how much of a good leader Gaddaffi was, he made too many unnecessary enemies.

Diplomacy is the language of international relations and regardless of ya stance, you always have to protect ya interests and maintain cordial relationships.