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LivingSage: 11:26am On Dec 19, 2024
An Open Letter to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR

Proposal to Rename the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, in Honour of Chief Moshood Kashimawo Olawale Abiola, GCFR


Your Excellency,

I trust this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. I write to you as a concerned citizen, deeply appreciative of Nigeria's rich history and the pivotal figures who have shaped our nation's democratic journey. In this regard, I humbly propose the renaming of the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), to honour the late Chief Moshood Kashimawo Olawale Abiola, GCFR.

Chief Abiola, born on August 24, 1937, in Abeokuta, was a distinguished businessman, philanthropist, and politician whose life was marked by an unwavering commitment to democracy and social justice. His victory in the June 12, 1993, presidential election, widely regarded as Nigeria's freest and fairest, was a testament to his broad-based across ethnic and religious lines. Despite the annulment of the election results and his subsequent incarceration, Chief Abiola remained steadfast in his pursuit of democratic ideals until his untimely death on July 7, 1998. His enduring legacy was further recognized when he was posthumously awarded the Grand Commander of the Order of the Federal Republic (GCFR) in 2018 by Former President Muhammadu Buhari, and June 12 was declared Nigeria's Democracy Day in his honour.

The University of Nigeria, Nsukka, established in 1960, stands as a beacon of Academic excellence and National unity. Founded by Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe, it was the first indigenous University in Nigeria, embodying the vision of a nation capable of charting its own educational and developmental course. The university's motto, "To Restore the Dignity of Man," resonates profoundly with Chief Abiola's lifelong dedication to human rights, democracy, and the upliftment of the Nigerian people.

Renaming UNN after Chief Abiola would serve multiple purposes:

1. National Unity: It would symbolize the bridging of regional and ethnic divides, reflecting Chief Abiola's pan-Nigerian appeal and the university's national character.

2. Honoring Democratic Sacrifice: This act would immortalize Chief Abiola's contributions to Nigeria's democratic evolution, inspiring future generations to value and uphold democratic principles.

3. Educational Inspiration: Aligning the university with Chief Abiola's legacy would motivate students and faculty to emulate his virtues of resilience, philanthropy, and commitment to societal betterment.

I acknowledge that such a change requires careful consideration, including consultations with stakeholders, alumni, and the academic community. However, I firmly believe that this initiative would not only honour a National hero but also reinforce our collective commitment to the values for which he stood.

Thank you for considering this proposal. I am confident that under your leadership, Nigeria will continue to honour its past while striving towards a more unified and Democratic future.

Sincerely,
Livingsage
(Concerned Citizen)



Cc Fergie001 mynd44 nlfpmod seun

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illicit(m): 11:29am On Dec 19, 2024
That's a good idea...

Or Kudirat Abiola Uni

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overdrive(m): 11:30am On Dec 19, 2024
grin
Dalohad: 11:33am On Dec 19, 2024
Mr Agbadorian, we know where you are going with your bigotry.

No Single human being with brains will call UNN that name 'Moshoodu University'.

It did not work with UNILAG, it will not work with UNN.

Stop wasting your time. grin

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SpiritMoney: 11:34am On Dec 19, 2024
In your cursed dreams! It will NEVER happen. undecided

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LivingSage: 11:34am On Dec 19, 2024
Exactly
illicit:
That's a good idea...
LivingSage: 11:35am On Dec 19, 2024
Please don't derail this thread. Please and please angry
Dalohad:
Mr Agbadorian, we know where you are going with your bigotry.

No Single human being with brains will call UNN that name 'Moshoodu University'.

It did not work with UNILAG, it will not work with UNN.

Stop wasting your time. grin

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Frigga13: 11:40am On Dec 19, 2024
When even the Yoruba tribe of Abiola rejected him being named after Unilag..

Funny .. Tinubu was behind the massive rejection .. in place chose June 12

Na UNN..

Why not ABU

That name eh
University of NIGERIA..

E pain Yoruba people enter bone..

Even oau professors and academia’s they provoke

They Yoruba calls it .. UNIVERSITY OF NSUKKA. NOT UNIVERSITY OF “ NIGERIA “

Things I’ve seen with Yoruba people and on Yoruba

Then they will wail on my mention .. asking why Yoruba.. when they know the truth themselves

God go help us for Nigeria

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Dalohad: 11:41am On Dec 19, 2024
LivingSage:
Please don't derail this thread. Please and please angry


You are living in fool's paradise.

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Frigga13: 11:42am On Dec 19, 2024
The op is a core yorubatic being and a hardened bigot..

He will soon attack with his father’s pictures and how he escaped from pyschia..

God help us all

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aswani(m): 11:46am On Dec 19, 2024
LivingSage:
An Open Letter to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR

Proposal to Rename the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, in Honour of Chief Moshood Kashimawo Olawale Abiola, GCFR


Cc

Behave yourself even his family will not this.

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illicit(m): 11:48am On Dec 19, 2024
Or Kudirat Abiola Uni...

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LivingSage: 11:50am On Dec 19, 2024
Balderdash. Incoherent jargons as usual
Frigga13:
When even the Yoruba tribe of Abiola rejected him being named after Unilag..

Funny .. Tinubu was behind the massive rejection .. in place chose June 12

Na UNN..

Why not ABU

That name eh
University of NIGERIA..

E pain Yoruba people enter bone..

Even oau professors and academia’s they provoke

They Yoruba calls it .. UNIVERSITY OF NSUKKA. NOT UNIVERSITY OF “ NIGERIA “

Things I’ve seen with Yoruba people and on Yoruba

Then they will wail on my mention .. asking why Yoruba.. when they know the truth themselves

God go help us for Nigeria

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pandax: 11:54am On Dec 19, 2024
LivingSage:
An Open Letter to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR

Proposal to Rename the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, in Honour of Chief Moshood Kashimawo Olawale Abiola, GCFR


Your Excellency,

I trust this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. I write to you as a concerned citizen, deeply appreciative of Nigeria's rich history and the pivotal figures who have shaped our nation's democratic journey. In this regard, I humbly propose the renaming of the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), to honour the late Chief Moshood Kashimawo Olawale Abiola, GCFR.

Chief Abiola, born on August 24, 1937, in Abeokuta, was a distinguished businessman, philanthropist, and politician whose life was marked by an unwavering commitment to democracy and social justice. His victory in the June 12, 1993, presidential election, widely regarded as Nigeria's freest and fairest, was a testament to his broad-based across ethnic and religious lines. Despite the annulment of the election results and his subsequent incarceration, Chief Abiola remained steadfast in his pursuit of democratic ideals until his untimely death on July 7, 1998. His enduring legacy was further recognized when he was posthumously awarded the Grand Commander of the Order of the Federal Republic (GCFR) in 2018 by Former President Muhammadu Buhari, and June 12 was declared Nigeria's Democracy Day in his honour.

The University of Nigeria, Nsukka, established in 1960, stands as a beacon of Academic excellence and National unity. Founded by Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe, it was the first indigenous University in Nigeria, embodying the vision of a nation capable of charting its own educational and developmental course. The university's motto, "To Restore the Dignity of Man," resonates profoundly with Chief Abiola's lifelong dedication to human rights, democracy, and the upliftment of the Nigerian people.

Renaming UNN after Chief Abiola would serve multiple purposes:

1. National Unity: It would symbolize the bridging of regional and ethnic divides, reflecting Chief Abiola's pan-Nigerian appeal and the university's national character.

2. Honoring Democratic Sacrifice: This act would immortalize Chief Abiola's contributions to Nigeria's democratic evolution, inspiring future generations to value and uphold democratic principles.

3. Educational Inspiration: Aligning the university with Chief Abiola's legacy would motivate students and faculty to emulate his virtues of resilience, philanthropy, and commitment to societal betterment.

I acknowledge that such a change requires careful consideration, including consultations with stakeholders, alumni, and the academic community. However, I firmly believe that this initiative would not only honour a National hero but also reinforce our collective commitment to the values for which he stood.

Thank you for considering this proposal. I am confident that under your leadership, Nigeria will continue to honour its past while striving towards a more unified and Democratic future.

Sincerely,
Livingsage
(Concerned Citizen)



Cc

ed! as long as FG will open a new federal university in Abia, and called it MKO Abiola or even BAT University, after all we are one Nation

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Chimarto: 11:54am On Dec 19, 2024
To proof that you have metal issues, you left UNILAG and move straight to East. God why am I sharing this country with people that have low IQ.

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mrvitalis(m): 11:55am On Dec 19, 2024
LivingSage:
An Open Letter to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR

Proposal to Rename the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, in Honour of Chief Moshood Kashimawo Olawale Abiola, GCFR


Your Excellency,

I trust this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. I write to you as a concerned citizen, deeply appreciative of Nigeria's rich history and the pivotal figures who have shaped our nation's democratic journey. In this regard, I humbly propose the renaming of the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), to honour the late Chief Moshood Kashimawo Olawale Abiola, GCFR.

Chief Abiola, born on August 24, 1937, in Abeokuta, was a distinguished businessman, philanthropist, and politician whose life was marked by an unwavering commitment to democracy and social justice. His victory in the June 12, 1993, presidential election, widely regarded as Nigeria's freest and fairest, was a testament to his broad-based across ethnic and religious lines. Despite the annulment of the election results and his subsequent incarceration, Chief Abiola remained steadfast in his pursuit of democratic ideals until his untimely death on July 7, 1998. His enduring legacy was further recognized when he was posthumously awarded the Grand Commander of the Order of the Federal Republic (GCFR) in 2018 by Former President Muhammadu Buhari, and June 12 was declared Nigeria's Democracy Day in his honour.

The University of Nigeria, Nsukka, established in 1960, stands as a beacon of Academic excellence and National unity. Founded by Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe, it was the first indigenous University in Nigeria, embodying the vision of a nation capable of charting its own educational and developmental course. The university's motto, "To Restore the Dignity of Man," resonates profoundly with Chief Abiola's lifelong dedication to human rights, democracy, and the upliftment of the Nigerian people.

Renaming UNN after Chief Abiola would serve multiple purposes:

1. National Unity: It would symbolize the bridging of regional and ethnic divides, reflecting Chief Abiola's pan-Nigerian appeal and the university's national character.

2. Honoring Democratic Sacrifice: This act would immortalize Chief Abiola's contributions to Nigeria's democratic evolution, inspiring future generations to value and uphold democratic principles.

3. Educational Inspiration: Aligning the university with Chief Abiola's legacy would motivate students and faculty to emulate his virtues of resilience, philanthropy, and commitment to societal betterment.

I acknowledge that such a change requires careful consideration, including consultations with stakeholders, alumni, and the academic community. However, I firmly believe that this initiative would not only honour a National hero but also reinforce our collective commitment to the values for which he stood.

Thank you for considering this proposal. I am confident that under your leadership, Nigeria will continue to honour its past while striving towards a more unified and Democratic future.

Sincerely,
Livingsage
(Concerned Citizen)



Cc
Even northern military president tried and failed

The name University of Nigeria which I am a proud alumni of ..can never be changed

We know that name pains the living life out of you people.
. Lmaooo

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Frigga13: 12:01pm On Dec 19, 2024
LivingSage:
Balderdash. Incoherent jargons as usual

Says a Yoruba being

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LivingSage: 12:03pm On Dec 19, 2024
Why are you angry? Just tell me why.
Is he not worthy enough?
Chimarto:
To proof that you have metal issues, you left UNILAG and move straight to East. God why am I sharing this country with people that have low IQ.
mrvitalis:

Even northern military president tried and failed

The name University of Nigeria which I am a proud alumni of ..can never be changed

We know that name pains the living life out of you people.
. Lmaooo

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LivingSage: 12:04pm On Dec 19, 2024
Ok
Frigga13:


Says a Yoruba being
Frigga13: 12:08pm On Dec 19, 2024
LivingSage:
Ok

Till unilag is named after Elrufai!

Yoruba man

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Frigga13: 12:14pm On Dec 19, 2024
LivingSage:
Asgard, this thread is about renaming Nigerian University, Nsuka after Chief Mashood Kashimawo Olawale Abiola, GCFR not Naming UNILAG after Malam Nasir El Rufai, yiu can create thread for that differently, don't derail this thread
Humans and greed .. laced with kink envy and jealousy

Your fellow yorub rejected same name For unilag and even protested against such..

Na for other people region yorubA people wan push the stupid name

Oga yorub man

Leave ojukokoro

Is bad

The name remIns

UNIVERSITY OF NIGERIA

UNA GO GET SENSE BY FORCE

WETIN YORUB reject is Wetin they wise say is good for IGBOS

THIS JEALOUSY OF A. THING IS TOO REAL

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christejames(m): 12:16pm On Dec 19, 2024
The pain went straight to the bones of ronu goons grin grin grin grin




This is because it's only UNN that offers BSc (Nig.), others offers BSc based on their locality... For instance,

UI - BSc (Ibadan)
Unilag - BSc (Lag.)
OAU- BSc (Ife)
ABU BSc (Zaria) etc

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Frigga13: 12:16pm On Dec 19, 2024
UNIVERSITY OF NIGERIA

THW ONLY NIGERIA UNIVERSITY

E PAIN THEM grin


THIS PEOPLE AND SENSE EH..

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illicit(m): 12:18pm On Dec 19, 2024
Frigga13:


Till unilag is named after Elrufai!

Yoruba man

Why do you insist on keeping a university of Nigeria in biafra

Is that not an insult to biafrans?

🤭

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Frigga13: 12:18pm On Dec 19, 2024
christejames:
The pain went straight to the bones of ronu goons grin grin grin grin




This is because it's only UNN that offers BSc (Nig.), others offers BSc based on their locality... For instance,

UI - BSc (Ibadan)
Unilag - BSc (Lag.)
OAU- BSc (Ife)
ABU BSc (Zaria) etc

Okay….

They want it

BSc Abiola grin

Some people and sense dey fight

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FearlessYoruba: 12:20pm On Dec 19, 2024
Dalohad:
Mr Agbadorian, we know where you are going with your bigotry.

No Single human being with brains will call UNN that name 'Moshoodu University'.

It did not work with UNILAG, it will not work with UNN.

Stop wasting your time. grin

Don't bring your bigotry to this wonderful threadgrin

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Frigga13: 12:22pm On Dec 19, 2024
illicit:


Why do you insist on keeping a university of Nigeria in biafra

Is that not an insult to biafrans?

🤭

Used to be UNIVERSITY OF BIAFRA.. during the war ..
🤣

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Frigga13: 12:23pm On Dec 19, 2024
LivingSage:
You'll always expose yourself even when we try to shield your condition from public knowledge


Go rename am… after that your father..

You not bringing his pictures today?

Ignore them .. they run mad.. go pick their sense

Next

Adashu

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illicit(m): 12:24pm On Dec 19, 2024
Frigga13:


Used to be UNIVERSITY OF BIAFRA.. during the war ..
🤣

🤭

Exactly, name it anything

I believe u shd find the present name offensive

Pls the renaming to maybe Abiola or Shonekan uni
DNAPro: 12:24pm On Dec 19, 2024
If Tinubu succeeds in forcibly changing it and leaves. The next president may consider renaming UI to Ibrahim Babangida University (IBU) or Sani Abacha University (SAU) who are not very much liked in the Southwest.

That president may not be as cool as GEJ, who backed off from changing UNILAG to Moshood Abiola University.

Let's be careful what we wish for and not be blinded by hate and bigotry..

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