Dialogues: USA Africa Dialogue Series - RE: [ ] RE: New updated List-- Oranika's proposals on Zik's statute rehabilitation effort

Azuoma/Bolaji:

I just read that there are about 16 pledgers on List 2; that means my pleadge has INCREASED by at least $16 Dollars!

IBK, you see I would like to control this portion of my pledge; You should realize by now that I am not CRAZY! Itsekiri man say: "man wey dey cry dey see"! I am very conscious! My 7th sense tell me that this project can grow wings of its own and thousands of people may start making pledges; and so I have CLEARLY define the scope of my pledge now so that IBK and Chuks Agwunobi wont have something to jab at me in future. The legendary Anieke the bird of Achebe's Things Fall Apart said: since men have learnt to shot without misssing, anieke has learnt to fly without perching. Besides, I still believe Nigerians are reasonable people and CAPABLE leaders, especially outside of Nigeria; and just as we have all now agreed that this project is necessary, the need to join forces, pool our resources and optimized our effort for this project in a manner that will reduce waste and prevent duplication of efforts will be down on us SOON! Inshah Allah! Sai gwobe! And take care. JUI

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Subject: Re: [NaijaObserver] RE: [ ] RE: New updated List-- Oranika's proposals on Zik's statute rehabilitation effort

Joe, my ducking brother,

I do not fault you and do not be defensive, it is your hard earned dosh so you can spend it however you wish and on this one I have embraced you. My problem is your formulaic donation arrangement. OK how may 4 names did you see on List 2. Do not forget that we have the likes of Ogonna and Mazi Ken Asagwara in charge of List 2. They may not know how to divide by 4. Not their fault, they are used to big big Ogbunigwe grammar (no apology to Chuckwuma Agwunobi) that they forget how to do simple division. You do not have to stick to anything just make it simple for them.

I suspect that you expect 4 times more people on their List than List 1. Na lie!! List 1 go shine pass them, sam sam!

You are a sport and will for ever be my brother.

IBK

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Subject: [NaijaObserver] RE: [ ] RE: New updated List-- Oranika's proposals on Zik's statute rehabilitation effort

IBK of Arusha Tanzania:

As I promised, For EVERY person that pledes on the Oranika/OMO Zik's list between now and Zik's 106 B'Day (Nov 16), I will add a minimum of $1 to my original pledge of $200 to the Azuoma/Bolaji List (up to a maximum of $100). I have seen about 10 names so far, and so I am adding at least $10 to my original pledge on List Numero Uno (List1)!
You have to pardon this "seemingly faulty" principle I have to stick with what I believe in or started. On this issue, I believe it is the Right thing to honor Zik and supported Azuoma/Bolaji's initiative from the onset. I plan to remain on List 1, while I will work hard for us to close ranks with List 2, all for the Greater Honor of Zik! Take care. JUI

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Subject: Re: [ Drama_Free_AbujaNig ] RE: New updated List-- Oranika's proposals on Zik's statute rehabilitation effort

Joe (the Ducker!),

Since your cousin Dokpesi is now IBB's campaign Manager, I must do everything to keep you in our camp, so no more jabs at you. I know that you have a good heart (and a good infectious diseases brain) but on all other matters, try as hard as you may, you just cannot help yourself.

Why this contorted mathematical formula just to contribute a few dollars? Paul Oranika caused me to laugh when he asked whether all these chain of degrees and accolades after you name do not translate to increased salary and increased donation.

On this one, we embrace tightly for Zik, and for Nigeria. I have pledged $150 for List one and $50 for List 2.

Have a great Sunday yonder!

IBK

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Subject: [ Drama_Free_AbujaNig ] RE: New updated List-- Oranika's proposals on Zik's statute rehabilitation effort

IBK,

On the basis of the "rare wisdom" you have demonstrated on this debate with Ogonna OMO, I pledge to reconcile my difference with you under the following terms:

1. Henceforth, I will just IGNORE your occasional unprovoked jabs at me; and believe it is due to the stress of Arusha Tanzania Burukutu on you sometimes;

2. For EVERY person that pledes on the Oranika/OMO Zik's list between now and Zik's 106 B'Day (Nov 16), I will add a minimum of $1 to my original pledge of $200 to the Azuoma/Bolaji List (up to a maximum of $100). So with the 4 or 5 names I saw on List 2, I am adding at least $4 or $5 to my original pledge on List Numero Uno (List1)!

3. And the MUSIC OF ZIK PLAYS ON as we dance to the sweet sounds of the melodies and rythms.

Take care. JUI

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Subject: [NaijaObserver] Re: [TalkNigeria] New updated List-- Oranika's proposals on Zik's statute rehabilitation effort

Mazi IBK,

Your injunctions ( and others of your ilk) at the moment are becoming childish, and I see no wisdom so far coming from it.

Infact, I would say, your pride is blinding your rather sound judgement on this issue. I called upon you to deliver unto 'team 2' Nigeria in good faith that your original contribution was not out of mockery and spite to your so called ndi Igbo in-laws you love to smear. But you turn around and call me 'small cuny' for showing courage in making things right? No wahala, remain Judas, I await my more reliable Yoruba friends.

Ndewo,

Ogonna.

Sent from my iPhone

On Aug 28, 2010, at 8:49 AM, "Ibukunolu Alao Babajide" <ibk@usa.net> wrote:

Ogonna,

You are on your Pauline horseback trip to Damascus. As a Christian, I forgive easily. What protocol was breached when you who hold the great Zik in contempt now for parochial reasons wish to appropriate him. Zik is a world, African and Nigerian icon, and I have as much right to him as you.

Think deeply and you will see that the word "Protocol" as you used it here translates into why are you the one who thought of this first, instead of us. I have tendered the first olive branch to you that if you donate to the first other, I will donate to your second violet option.

Let us start with that move. I have pledged $100 to the original idea. I was going to raise it so if you agree to donate to the first other, I will split my increase into two and give half to yours to show you that I have only love for Zik, Igbo, Nigerians, and all humanity, never hatred and jealousy.

I am waiting for you o! Go slow on the sophistry and be strong on deliverables. They are set out below:

1. I will donate X amount to the original first other;
2. That will trigger my own announcement of my increased pledge that I will split between yours and ours; and
3. Both fund-raisers can then engage in healthy competition and rivalry all to inure to laud the great Zik's memory.

I hope you get my drift.

IBK

PS: I have so much love for you Ogonna, that no matter what you write or say, I will embrace you. The only remaining issue is in your heart - look deep inside and make the right moves. I am sure you know what I mean.