IAA Brings Global Advertising Agenda To Africa

-- April 27th – 28th conference in Ghana the first of its kind bringing together advertising and marketing experts in Africa 

NEW YORK, Feb. 4, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading advertising and marketing professionals from Africa and around the world will converge on Ghana this April, for an industry leadership conference hosted by the International Advertising Association (IAA).

The "Africa Rising | The New Consumer Generation" Leadership Conference in Accra, Ghana will provide insights into the latest consumer and brand trends in the advertising industry in Africa. It will be held from 27th - 28th April, 2015 at the Movenpick Ambassador Hotel, Accra.

Faris Abouhamad, IAA Chairman and World President said, "This conference is a must-attend event for anyone who is serious about doing business in what is being dubbed as the next big growth market. It will give attendees the opportunity to network with advertising industry leaders from Africa and around the world."

"Emerging and established brands in Africa will also benefit from insights on the latest international advertising trends and how they apply to local markets."

Norkor Duah, IAA Vice President of Development in Africa said, "This is a unique opportunity for advertising and marketing professionals in Africa. Our exciting line up of speakers will cover topics including the emerging consumer generation, impact of mobile and e-commerce, self-regulation in the advertising industry, and an analysis of the media landscape in Africa."

Conference speakers include: Faris Abouhamad, IAA Chairman and World President; Michael Lee, IAA; Yaw Boateng, McKinsey & Company; Julian Boulding, thenetworkone; Samuel Ashitey Adjei, Ecobank Ghana; Jeffrey Cole, Center for the Digital Future, USC Annenberg School; Norkor Duah, Lowe Accra; Erich Joachimsthaler, Vivaldi Partners; Yaw Nsarkoh, Unilever Nigeria; Joel Edmund Nettey, Innova DDB Ghana; Susan N. Omanga, Exclamation Marketing Ltd.; Mike Saunders, DigiLab; Brett Bivans, International Alliance for Responsible Drinking.

 For more information or to register please visit http://www.iaaglobal.org/africarising or follow the conversation on Twitter using #AfricaRising

For more information contact: 
Michael Lee, IAA Managing Director Norkor Duah, IAA VP Development, Africa
E-mail: michael.lee@iaaglobal.org
Email: norkor@lowelintas.com.gh
Tel: + 1 646 722 2611 or + 1 203 252 7319

International Advertising Association 
The International Advertising Association (IAA), headquartered in New York, was founded in 1938 to champion responsible marketing. The IAA is a one-of-a-kind global partnership whose members comprise advertisers, media, advertising and public relations agencies, media companies, and academics. Visit www.iaaglobal.org.

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JERUSALEM 3D, Narrated by Benedict Cumberbatch

JERUSALEM 3D, Narrated by Benedict Cumberbatch  
Explore the Intersection of History, Science, and Religion Soaring Above the Ancient City in Giant Screen Film Presented by National Geographic Film Opens at the California Science Center on March 10, 2015 
 
LOS ANGELES, Feb. 3, 2015 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Jerusalem: sacred to half the people on earth; fought over more than any other place in history; conquered and destroyed, rebuilt and reinvented repeatedly over 5,000 years. JERUSALEM 3D, a giant screen film adventure, immerses audiences in a cinematic journey—soaring high above the Holy Land and plunging deep into the vibrant Old City— to experience iconic sites cherished by billions, and explore on a grand scale the intersection of science, history and religion in this ancient, enigmatic place. Distributed by National Geographic Studios, the original production from Cosmic Picture and Arcane Pictures will premiere at the California Science Center IMAX^® Theater on March 10, 2015.

Narrated by Benedict Cumberbatch ("The Imitation Game," "Star Trek into the Darkness," PBS's "Sherlock"), JERUSALEM 3D gives audiences a rare glimpse of the storied city, and exclusive access to iconic holy sites—including the Western Wall, Dome of the Rock, Church of the Holy Sepulchre, Jordan River, Sea of Galilee, and the mountain fortress of Masada—and to little-known parts of the region. The 43-minute large format film was executive produced by the late Jake Eberts, legendary producer of movies such as "Gandhi," "Chariots of Fire," and "Dances with Wolves"; produced by Taran Davies, George Duffield and Daniel Ferguson; and written and directed by Daniel Ferguson.  Large format industry veteran Reed Smoot, ASC, is Director of Photography.

Special access is one of the unique aspects of the film. With thousands of archaeological sites, Jerusalem is one of the most excavated cities on the planet, with so much more waiting to be discovered. Since 2010, the JERUSALEM 3D production team has followed several of the most impressive excavations in and around Jerusalem, documenting their progress as well as the tools used to uncover and understand the past. The film features renowned archaeologist and religious studies professor Dr. Jodi Magness of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, who explains the many layers that chronicle this important crossroads of civilizations. She leads a group of students through an ancient water tunnel beneath the biblical-era city of Jerusalem, which conveyed water from the Gihon Spring outside the city walls to the residents of the city in the event of a siege by an invading army. Audiences are given a tour of excavations around the Western Wall, marveling at one of the ancient world's greatest feats of engineering.

"The California Science Center is a perfect fit for JERUSALEM 3D," said producer Taran Davies. "The film soars above the Old City in rare aerial footage (the first time in over 25 years such filming has been allowed), and travels underground to where archaeologists are studying the city's many layers and piecing together a 5,000-year-old jigsaw puzzle."

"The film looks at the historic roots of Jerusalem's universal appeal and what science reveals about how people have lived there over millennia. It also gives a taste of what it is like to live in Jerusalem today, as experienced by three young women of different faiths who call it home," said producer George Duffield.
Movie-goers will meet these three teenagers—Farah Ammouri, Revital Zacharie, and Nadia Tadros—each of them from one of the three major world religions that share the Old City.  From the Damascus Gate and the Dome of the Rock, to the Western Wall and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, the girls each reveal the Holy City from their own perspective. For those of the Jewish faith, Jerusalem represents their homeland.  Every synagogue in the world faces Jerusalem, and three times a day, Jews pray towards the temple that once stood here above "the Kotel" or Western Wall. For Christians, Jerusalem is the place where Jesus was arrested and sentenced to death nearby in the Garden of Gethsemane. The Via Dolorosa, or 'Way of Sorrows,' is said to be the path Jesus took on his way to crucifixion. For Muslims, Jerusalem is the city of the prophets. Muslims believe that Mohammed was taken on a miraculous journey from Mecca to Jerusalem where he ascended to Heaven on a ladder of light, which they associate with the Dome of the Rock.
After viewing the film, Science Center visitors are encouraged to visit "Dead Sea Scrolls: The Exhibition," which also opens on March 10, 2015. In this exhibition, guests will discover the science and significance of the Dead Sea Scrolls, manuscripts written and hidden in caves 2000 years ago, in an exhibition that is the largest of its type ever mounted outside of Israel. Featured will be sections from 10 of the Dead Sea Scrolls, including parts of the oldest known copies of the Hebrew bible, also known as the Old Testament. Over half of these scroll selections have never before been seen in the US. Other highlights include a 3-ton stone from Jerusalem's Western Wall and over 600 archeological artifacts. Through multimedia exhibits, guests explore the technology used to date and decipher these ancient manuscripts, and preserve them for future generations.

To purchase tickets to see "Dead Sea Scrolls: The Exhibition," or combination tickets to see "Dead Sea Scrolls: The Exhibition" and an IMAX film, please visit http://californiasciencecenter.org/visit/admission/dead-sea-scrolls-admission. To purchase tickets to see JERUSALEM 3D, please visit http://californiasciencecenter.org/visit/admission/imax-admission.

For more information on JERUSALEM 3D, including links to the trailer, and behind-the-scenes videos, visit www.jerusalemthemovie.com. Become a fan on Facebook at facebook.com/jerusalemthemovie. Or follow on Twitter @Jerusalem_Movie, #jerusalemfilm.

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The California Science Center is a dynamic destination where families, adults and children can explore the  wonders of science through interactive exhibits, live demonstrations, innovative programs and awe- inspiring films.

The Science Center and IMAX Theater are located in historic Exposition Park just west of the Harbor (110) Freeway at 700 Exposition Park Drive, Los Angeles. Open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., except on Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day. For recorded information, including IMAX show times, call 323.SCIENCE (323.724-3623). IMAX ticket prices range from $5.00 to $8.25. For advance ticket purchases, group rates, or to make reservations for any visiting group of 15 or more (required), call 213.744-2019. Parking is available in the guest lot at Figueroa and 39th / Exposition Park Drive at $10 per car, and $25 for commercial buses or oversize vehicles. Both the Science Center and IMAX Theater are wheelchair accessible. For further information, please visit our website at www.californiasciencecenter.org.
Proceeds from the IMAX Theater support California Science Center exhibit and education programs.

About National GeographicWith a mission to inspire, illuminate and teach, the National Geographic Society is one of the world's largest nonprofit scientific and educational organizations. The member-supported Society, which believes in the power of science, exploration and storytelling to change the world, reaches over 600 million people each month through its media platforms, products and events. National Geographic has funded more than 11,000 research, conservation and exploration projects, and its education programs promote geographic literacy. For more information, visit www.nationalgeographic.com, and find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Google+, YouTube, LinkedIn and Pinterest.

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How To Combat Nigeria's Growing Insecurity - Dr. David Leffler

Combating Nigeria's Growing Insecurity

~ By Dr. David Leffler

A roundtable, held last week at the Institute of African Studies reports that the Nigerian government's "...campaigns have not addressed their plans for combating the growing insecurity that has left Nigerians living in fear, and paralyzed educational and economic activities in large swaths of Northeastern Nigeria." A string of terrorist attacks have occurred as Nigeria has struggled to build a functional and coherent response. Fortunately, there is a science-based approach to create societal coherence that can protect Nigeria from both internal and external threats. It is called Invincible Defense Technology (IDT) because it assures invincibility, peace, and even economic progress, to the nation and the military that employ it.

Invincible Defense Technology (IDT), a Proven, State-of-the-Art, Non-violent Military Solution

The IDT approach to defense has its basis in a radically new preventive model that has been thoroughly field-tested in numerous world battlegrounds. This approach results in rapid reduction of individual, societal and national collective stress. Its methods have been proven and adopted as part of the training of America's future commanders at Norwich University, a nationally respected and oldest military academy in the USA (see also the YouTube video "Meditation Improves Performance at Military University" and the Official Homepage of the US Army). IDT is further validated by 23 peer-reviewed studies carried out in both developed and developing nations. Its coherence-creating effect has also been documented on a global scale in a study published in the Journal of Offender Rehabilitation. When large assemblies of civilian IDT experts gathered during the years 1983 - 1985, international conflict decreased 32%, terrorism-related casualties decreased 72%, and overall violence was reduced in nations without intrusion by other governments.

IDT is totally unlike any other defense technology because it does not use violence in an attempt to quell violence. It is a more civilized approach, one especially worthy of nations that abhor violence as a means to power. IDT uniquely goes to the root cause of violence - the built-up stress in the individual and collective consciousness. Scientists have evidence that high levels of collective societal stress are the underlying cause of war, violence, crime and terrorism. When the IDT methodology is applied, stress levels throughout the population are rapidly reduced.

In an environment of lowered stress even staunch adversaries find ways to cooperate and overcome long-standing differences.

Abubakar Shekau is the leader of the Nigerian militant Islamist group Boko Haram, which been behind a deadly insurgency in the north-east of the country for the last five years.

 Military personnel in Latin America, Africa and Asia practice group Transcendental Meditation to help protect their nations.

IDT Reduces Societal Stress

IDT uniquely neutralizes the underlying power base of contending groups, which is the stress, frustration and civil dissatisfaction prevailing in the general population. By eliminating the root cause of insurgency, violent outbreaks are pre-empted and prevented. IDT is effective because it gets to the heart of the matter. Terrorism often thrives in nations in which decades or even centuries of under-employment, poverty, and hunger have created a huge societal weight of stress, frustration and endemic unhappiness. This inevitably finds expression in acts of terrorism, civil unrest, social violence, and a downward spiral of economic degradation.

A specially trained military unit, an "IDT Prevention Wing of the Military," uses IDT to reduce stress in the national collective consciousness. IDT could also be introduced into other large groups such as the police forces, or militias. As the stress and frustration ease, the population is more capable of finding orderly and constructive solutions to their problems.

Experience with IDT in other war-torn nations demonstrated increases in economic incentive and growth. Entrepreneurship and individual creativity also increased. With increased civic calm, people's aspirations are raised and a more productive and balanced society emerges. Such a society abhors violence as a means for change or as an expression of discontent. With this, the ground for terrorism is eliminated. What is more fascinating, this change takes place within a few days or weeks after IDT is introduced. The changes are measurable from such statistics as crime rates, accidents, hospital admissions, infant mortality, etc.

 President Goodluck Jonathan of Nigeria bows in despair over the appalling state of national insecurity..

Rapid Transformation Through IDT

The daily routine for the IDT military personnel includes the nonreligious practice of the Transcendental Meditation® program along with its advanced form, the TM-Sidhi program. As a societal coherence-creating military unit, they practice these programs twice a day, seven days a week, preferably in a secure location near the targeted population.

Such coherence-creating groups have achieved positive benefits in society, shown statistically, in a short time. Modern statistical methods used in this research show a low probability of any explanation other than a causal influence of the technology. The IDT approach has been used during wartime resulting in the reduction of fighting, a decreased number of deaths and casualties, and an improvement in progress toward resolving the conflict peacefully. The war in Lebanon in 1983 was dramatically impacted in a peaceful way by an IDT Intervention Group. A thoroughly documented study of this phenomenon was published in the Journal of Conflict Resolution, and summaries of follow-up studies were published in the Journal of Social Behavior and Personality and the Journal of Scientific Exploration.

Summary

IDT works by utilizing our natural human brain mechanics, the most powerful natural resource possessed by every nation on earth. The beneficial transformational effects of IDT have been statistically proven numerous times to decrease and prevent violence and terrorism, and boost the economy.

IDT defense technology supersedes all other known defense technologies (which are based on electronic, chemical, and/or nuclear forces). These old, fear-based modalities are ultimately self-destructive for any nation, and for the human race as a whole, and must be replaced with IDT. So far, IDT is the only known, proven constructive approach.

The military that deploys this powerful, human-resource-based technology disallows negative trends and prevents enemies from arising, and as a result, it has no enemies. No enemies means no war, terrorism and no insurgency.

The Time for Action is Now

IDT is the twenty-first century's leading-edge defense system. If Nigeria establishes IDT Prevention Wings of the Military, they will ease high tensions, reverse mistrust, crush hatred, create stability and permanently prevent war and terrorism. Extensive scientific research objectively says, "Yes, the system works." Why not use it in Nigeria? Time is running out. The best time to act is now, before Nigeria's perilous situation worsens.

NOTE: Over 900 locations have published articles about Invincible Defense Technology.

 About the author:

Dr. David Leffler was a member of the US Air Force for nearly nine years. Dr. Leffler served as an Associate of the Proteus Management Group at the Center for Strategic Leadership, US Army War College. He now serves as the Executive Director at the Center for Advanced Military Science (CAMS) in Fairfield, Iowa and teaches IDT. Contact at: http://www.davidleffler.com

References

1. Dr. David R. Leffler (Fall 2009). A New Role for the Military: Preventing Enemies from Arising-Reviving an Ancient Approach to Peace. Journal of Management & Social Science (JMSS), Vol. 5, No. 2., pp. 153-162. This peer-reviewed journal is published by the Institute of Business & Technology BIZTEK in Pakistan. The abstract was published in Session 6, p. 44 of the proceeding of the "International Sociological Association Research Committee 01 Seoul National University & Korea Military Academy International Conference on Armed Forces & Conflict Resolution in a Globalized World." July 14 - 17, 2008, Seoul, Korea. The paper was also presented at KIDA, the Korea Institute of Defense Analyses.

2. Col. (Retd) S. P. Bakshi, Gerald Geer, and Dr. David Leffler (Special Issue May, 2013). Defense Personnel Worldwide Find Transcendental Meditation To be an Effective Tool in Combating Stress. Defence and Security Alert. Vol. 4, Issue No. 8, pages 34-39. PDF available online at:http://davidleffler.com/2013/defence-security-alert-magazine

3. Dr. David R. Leffler (2008, February). An Overlooked, Proven Solution to Terrorism. In "55 Trends Now Shaping the Future of Terrorism." Edited by Dr. Marvin J. Cetron and Owen Davies: The Proteus Trends Series, Volume 1, Issue 2 (pp. 18, 79, 176, C-13 through C-16). Dr. Leffler served as an Associate of the Proteus Management Group at the Center for Strategic Leadership, US Army War College where he was published in this US government-sponsored report aimed at governmental and military leaders. Excerpts about Invincible Defense Technology taken from the 254 page report are available online at: http://www.DavidLeffler.com/terrorism-trends.html Note: The entire paper version of the report is available online at:http://www.amazon.com/Trends-Now-Shaping-Future-Terrorism/dp/1441451412

4. Maj. Gen. (Ret.) Kulwant Singh and Dr. David Leffler (July 2014). Preventing Future Boko Haram Attacks. CBRNE-Terrorism Newsletter (CBRNE is an acronym that stands for "Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and Explosive". PDF available online at:
http://www.cbrne-terrorism-newsletter.com/resources/JULY_2014_Part_C.pdf

5. Lieutenant General Jose Villamil (Ret.) with Dr. David Leffler (2003, January 29). Project: Coherence. India Defence Consultants. Available online at:http://www.indiadefence.com/proj_cohere.htm

U.S. Policy to Counter Nigeria's Boko Haram Paperback – November 24, 2014 By John Campbell 

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The Rise of the African Online Sector

The rise of the African online sector

Whilst the digital revolution may have profound effects in terms of its democratizing potential, its influence is still far from equal. Despite the promise of offering information for all, the benefits of the online world still remain in the hands of the privileged few.

However, there are a few signs that this is slowly changing. And none more so than the rise of the African online sector.

At the turn of the century only 0.5% of the sub-Saharan population used the internet. But this figure has leapt to 10.6% this year according to statistics released by the International Telecommunication Union.

Smartphone revolution

One key reason as to why there has been such a jump in internet usage will be the proliferation of smartphones and tablets. Just looking at Nigeria’s mobile phone statistics will illustrate this turn around with only 30,000 users in 2000 compared to 87 million just ten years later.

With smartphones allowing not just one-to-one communication but the power to engage with the internet, this has led to some great African online innovations.

From simple, but highly user-friendly classified listings such as Nigeria’s OLX site to South Africa’s popular Yebo Yes online gaming resource, it’s refreshing to see African brands taking on the local markets with their own locally sourced pools of talent.

E-commerce

And one area that has really taken off in the past few years is e-commerce. Whilst multinational companies such as Amazon have yet to make a presence in these massive emerging markets, there have been some innovative African companies that are keen to take the lead.

Jumia started in Nigeria in 2012 with only three employees but is already one of the largest e-commerce sites in West Africa with a subscriber base of over one million customers.

Such companies are able to respond quickly to the needs of the local market, and offer a convenient way for buyers and sellers to complete transactions with just a click of a button. And with the massive growth of smartphones, it is expected that internet commerce could account for as much as 10% of the region’s GDP by 2025.

Limitations

However, as this emergent technology is still in its infancy, there still remains a few obstacles to overcome.

Key issues amongst these will be government tax policies, cross border regulations, as well as relatively high internet costs and slow connection speeds.

But as these obstacles get ironed out, and developers reach agreement on a convenient and reliable way to pay for goods online, it looks like there is no stopping the African online revolution!

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Video: Asiwaju Tinubu, Fashola Laud KWAM 1@ APC Lagos Rally

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APC and the Symbolic Power and Popularity of the Traditional African Sweeping Broom

The hand holding a traditional African sweeping broom is central in the logo of the All Progressives Congress (APC), the main opposition party in Nigeria and currently the biggest and largest political party in Africa by the total population of the states under the leadership of the APC. 

The symbolic logo of the APC is a green-white-blue background with a broom on the white background and a red base.
“Justice, Peace and Unity” is the motto with “Change” as its slogan. And the slogan has been resonating everywhere in Nigeria and making the APC the catalyst for change igniting and rejuvenating the spirit of patriotism among millions of Nigerians and galvanizing the youths for the revival of the Nigerian Dream for the nation building of a New Nigeria in the leadership of Africa.

 A new broom sweeps well, but the old broom knows all the corners 
.~ Nigerian proverb

 From left -Governor State of Osun, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola; All Progressive Congress (APC),Presidential Candidate, General Muhammadu Buhari and Ogun State Governor, Senator Ibikunle Amosun during the Presidential Campaign Rally in Ogun State at MKO Abiola International Stadium Abeokuta, Ogun State on Tuesday 13/01/2015. Photo Credit: Osun State Government.

The APC has increased the power and popularity of the traditional African sweeping broom with makers of brooms thanking God and the APC for restoring the dignity of the native sweeping boom and making their trade to boom with thousands of broom stalls sold before APC rallies in every state in Nigeria and millions of sweeping brooms have been sold, because every member and supporter of the largest political party wants to have a broom to display at a rally.

We know that thousands of jobs have been created for makers of sweeping brooms since the All Progressives Congress (APC) made the traditional African sweeping broom, the most common household implement used for sweeping and cleaning homes and workplaces as the national symbol of the party. The broom is made in Nigeria and every household has a broom. But the umbrella, the symbol of the People's Democratic Party (PDP) is not made in Nigeria and only useful when it rains with little or no meaning in Nigerian culture.
The traditional African sweeping broom is made with fibers of palm fronds from palm trees or bamboo plants (including variety of raffia and coconut trees).

The Power and Symbol of the Broom in African, American and European Cultures  

Used in the Holy Bible as mentioned by Jesus Christ

In the Gospel of Luke 15:8 "The Parable of the Lost Coin", the broom is mentioned: "Suppose a woman has ten silver coins and loses one. Does she not light a lamp, sweep the house and search carefully until she finds it?"

Symbol of Victory 

During World War II, American submarine crews would hoist a broom onto their boat's fore-truck when returning to port to indicate that they had "swept" the seas clean of enemy shipping.The tradition has been devalued in recent years by submarine crews who fly a broom simply when returning from their boat's shake-down cruise. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Broom

Symbol of Family Unity

But perhaps the most symbolic use of the broom in many African and particularly Nigerian traditional setting is its typification of strength in unity.
My father told me a folktale (I believe, it could well have been a real story) of a man who, while on his deathbed, summoned his children on his side and asked each of them to pick a single broomstick. When they did, he requested them one after the other to break the stick they held. And they all did. He then asked each to take turn and break the bunch of broom, and none was able to break a broom bunch. He then said to them, “if you stand alone, you can easily be broken, but if you remain united, no one can break you”. That is why each stick of the broom is only a fragile piece of a vulnerable material. But when they are all tied together they are very strong and unbreakable. The weakest is only so because it stands alone from the bunch. ~ Chidi Oguamanam, Professor of Law, University of Ottawa: Follow @chidi_oguamanam http://saharareporters.com/2015/01/28/abuse-broom-chidi-oguamanam

Symbol for African American Wedding Tradition of Jumping the Broom

Clean Sweep:
 An African American tradition dating to early slavery days, jumping the broom has become part of the wedding ceremony of the those who want to honor the tradition. Some say the ritual itself was created by our ancestors during slavery, an act symbolizing sweeping away the old and welcoming the new. The slaves could not legally marry, so they created their own rituals to honor their unions. The straws of the broom represents family, the handle represents the Almighty, and the ribbon represents the tie binds the couple. In some parts of Africa, ceremonial brooms are stills used to sweep away evil spirits. Hence, the name Clean Sweep! http://www.thumbtack.com/One-Of-A-Kind-Ceremonial-Wedding-Brooms-Inkster-MI/service/432761

Jumping the broom is about incorporating your past, and giving it a place of honor in your new life. Therefore combine it with your personality and style. It should be an uplifting and spiritual addition to any ceremony. http://www.african-weddings.com/wedding_broom_ceremony

The mass appeal of the sweeping broom has made the APC the popular party of the masses and they are flocking to rallies and following the mass movement for Change for the reformation and transformation of Nigeria and hoping for a new political administration that will put an end to their nightmares of widespread  insecurity and poverty after 16 years under the PDP in Africa's most populous nation.

 ~ Ekenerengozi Michael Chima, Publisher/Editor of Nigerians Report Online.

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Did President Goodluck Jonathan Lie About His Age?

Did President Goodluck Jonathan Lie About His Age?


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God Can Choose Anyone To Lead Nigeria Whether Young Or Old

 Man of God Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye, General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) shakes the hand of General Muhammad Buhari, Presidential candidate of the All progressive Congress (APC) at an important meeting.

God can choose anyone to lead Nigeria no matter the age of the person. 

Moses was eighty years old, and Aaron eighty-three years old, when they spoke to Pharaoh. and Moses is a son of eighty years, and Aaron is a son of eighty and three years, in their speaking unto Pharaoh. 7:1-7 God glorifies himself. 

~ Exodus 7:7

Joshua and Caleb, who were now about eighty years old when they led the nation of Israel to cross the river Jordan. ~ Joshua 3:1-4:24, http://soniclight.com/constable/notes/pdf/joshua.pdf.

In modern Israel the  Shimon Peres became Prime Minister at the age of 72 and was in office from  November 4, 1995 – June 18, 1996 and 9th President of Israel from 15 July 2007 – 24 July 2014. And the current President of Israel Reuven "Rubi" Rivlin elected last year 2014 is 75 years old ( born on September 9, 1939).  The current Prime Minister Benjamin "Bibi" Netanyahu is 65 years old. 

Can the corrupt and incompetent leadership of President Goodluck Jonathan of Nigeria be compared to the great leadership of Shimon Peres and Reuven "Rubi" Rivlin of Israel?
Therefore, I advise President Goodluck Jonathan and others making mockery of the age of General Muhammad Buhari (retd) and saying that he is too old to lead Nigeria at 72 years of age to beware, because making mockery of the old age anyone is making mockery of God our maker who has blessed the presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) will long life and more prosperity to have the great faith and strength to offer to serve Nigerians as the President of Nigeria.

God will qualify the unqualified.
Power belongs to God and not to the People's Democratic Party (PDP)

God hath spoken once; twice have I heard this; that power belongeth unto God.
~ Psalm 62:11,  Holy Bible, King James Version (KJV).

⁴ I said unto the fools, Deal not foolishly: and to the wicked, Lift not up the horn:
⁵ Lift not up your horn on high: speak not with a stiff neck.
⁶ For promotion cometh neither from the east, nor from the west, nor from the south.
⁷ But God is the judge: he putteth down one, and setteth up another.
~  Psalm 75: 4-7, Holy Bible, King James Version (KJV)

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7 Quotes Against President Goodluck Jonathan and PDP By Femi Fani-Kayode

7 Quotes Against President Goodluck Jonathan and PDP By Femi Fani-Kayode

Chief Femi Fani- Kayode, Director, Media and Publicity of PDP Campaign Organization.

1. Jonathan will lose 2015 elections by God's grace

2. When 2015 comes and PDP loses to an APC candidate, and they try to jiggle and wiggle it and say that the loser actually won, then will know we are all men in this country.

3. There is more corruption under this government (PDP) than any other government in the history of this country. It is a fact.

4. If President Goodluck Jonathan continues, two things will happen, first, Nigeria will become worst than Zaire in 1 or 2 years in term of failed state, in term of corruption and in term of insecurity and we will not be able to fix it any more after that it would that bad. Secondly Jonathan will eventually divide Nigeria.

5. Nobody is going anywhere with the oil, the oil belongs to all of us the north , the south, it does not belong to south-south alone or Niger-Delta.

 6. Obasanjo's letter is the end of Jonathan and it is the end of PDP.

7. The PDP of today is a Ship that has sunk, it has failed the nation, destroyed the economy, destroyed our security systems; this was not the case before 2007.



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