IBB RULES OUT ATIKU, TINUBU FROM 2023 + SPEAKS ON STATE OF THE NATION - ARISE EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW

[@attaholaoluadejo7632]

Contrary to most comments, Ms Ngozi did very well; she asked the important questions but wasn't forceful & persistent on certain issues & I suspect that's because the interview wasn't intended to be aggressive & confrontational She should have been grilled this guy more though (many Nigerians deeply dislike/hate him & want him behind bars/facing trials) She showed maturity & composure, well done Ma'am👏🏽👏🏾👏🏿👏🏼

[@patobiefuna4684]

I love IBB's intellectual alertness. He still has grip of himself and history.

[@kennyiyoha1675]

Kudos to Mrs Ngozi. She handled the interview very well 👍👍👍

[@DJPKRock]

I agree with you, she's Nigeria's CNN's Christiane Amanpour. She handled the interview SUPERBLY! Off her head, without any notes.

[@nicholasamadi2514]

Thank you so much Ngozi, for this wonderful interview. I 'm happy for the professionalism you employed throughout the interview. Now I am beginning to see IBB, differently. So glad he treated all your questions, including the June 12 cancellation, which he had always, refused to attempt. I like to congratulate him on his new age and status in life.

[@staywoke2661]

39:35 Peter Obi is definitely admired by all of us. This is IBB stylishly talking about him! He is the good Nigerian, travels, economist and 60 years old. Let everyone pray for Obi to lead this UNITED NIGERIA to it’s best days yet 🙏

[@MrBamshy]

Kudos to her for skillfully staying on the issues. It'll be nice to see what other past rulers are saying in their old age, when some of them may have begun to realize the consequences of past decisions and actions in present day Nigeria

[@benedyigenejp2267]

1

[@olajideayanwola7464]

That's how karma catches up with ppl. What goes round comes round

[@princessoolan235]

True! Sister Ngozi is a maverick and straight to the point ki d of journalist and not afraid to say it how its.

[@zeeone4492]

He knows how we got to this point as he put us here

[@royaleagle129]

Exactly

[@nkirukaodimma7691]

I don't think so

[@ifeomaogoegbunam6784]

He keeps going round the question

[@roseumoren5430]

@@ifeomaogoegbunam6784 ź

[@neunwodanladi2219]

Ibb ... the maradona.

[@amenaghawonvbezeordia2006]

Gen Ibrahim Babangida is one of the best and most prayerfully affectionately goodnatured Snr Officers i grew up in my early twenties during my military cadetship training at the Nigerian Defence Academy Kaduna 7th Regular Course mate of GenOgomudia fmr CDS and V AdmAfolayan fmr CNS! Gen IBB inspite of his rumoured incapacitation and on a wheelchair or dementia but i hold a very different personal opinion! Many many many Happy Returns on your 80th birthday anniversary celebrations and we wish you Long Life and Prosperity in Christ Jesus the Nazarene Amen Sir!

[@isaacume8338]

Judgement awaits the wicked no matter how long they thrive. The wicked will never go unpunished. God has set a day he will judge the World 🌎

[@radmd2]

Amen

[@sacassashimidrama7088]

He babangida will die painful death. Most of these irreversible corruption became prominent during his time.

[@folakemiolawole9419]

You are one of those that brought us to where we are now , do you not think that you should remain silent.

[@olugbengaidowu8651]

Why interview dis corrupted leader, he was d architect problem we are facing 2day, God Shall punish all ur unborn generations to generation.

[@kikyobi2573]

The interviewer did great and highly professional too. IBB was as evasive in his characteristic manner.

[@uzoejekwumadu7731]

Interviewer was very patronising.

[@ukechukwuogbonnaya3942]

"From what I read, I think we are saints" IBB. He was a indeed a saint to compare to our history of democracy

[@njokuoluchi6123]

Such an intelligent interview from an intelligent woman. Kudos to you Ngozi Alaegbu. Pls our media you're the salt of the society don't be cower down by the power that be at any level.

[@smooth-cutentertainmentmov4709]

The lady interviewer is very good. Right questions and waited enough for him to answer the questions - again am very impressed with IBB ‘s. articulation and presence of mind despite being 80 yrs. It’s a shame that life is transient and we don’t have to live forever. Nothing last forever not even an IBB.

[@ayoa7080]

Very good. You must be a joker. This same lady that portrays him a hero in some respect and fails to ask tough questions around corruption and the June 12 question has zero conviction behind them. The man has politely demonstrated impunity, politely lied, politely showed no remorse and interviewer is not pressing on any of those questions. She's respectful and we should respect our elders but not those who plunder the nation into crisis and did so much for themselves and their families at the expense of destroying the future of so many generations so he definitely did not deserve the respect he was afforded.

[@awheakiri4064]

Ngozi, that was an awesome interview! Individually, Nigerians will blossom when they know that their leader cares and doing the right things to advance the country.

[@francisiseghehi3363]

I will always loved 😍 you IBB. You are one of my heroes ❤️ 👍 People didn't realise reasons your government refused to accept June 12th. Only insider's like you knew that a coup was going to remove them, shortly. 👍

[@sacassashimidrama7088]

The best thing he said in this interview is that Nigerians are wonderful people you cannot intimidate them “ agreed 100%.

[@babatundeayoola949]

Contrary to some sentiments here, I believe the Interviewer did a good job. Quite professional and asked the pertinent question. Balanced and not adversarial like some people wanted. Good job, Arise TV and Ngozi

[@greatness7405]

This comment of yours seriously wasn’t needed or maybe you are from cameroon to defend this man

[@lucynuha969]

@@greatness7405 No be lie. You no see him cap, na politician nah.

[@skinanjo1]

@@lucynuha969 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@tracystanley7977]

😂😂😂

[@jeremiahetemire8508]

@@greatness7405 i

[@fjdstudios4485]

I LOVE THAT PART How we engineered and the Maradonnic way we handled you guys

[@chineduonuoha294]

Ngozi is a very intelligent journalist asking the right questions and giving her guest time to respond without interfering.

[@bibslexxbogerds3817]

IBB WELL SPOKEN, WE AGREE, LET THOSE OLD CRONIES GO AND REST.. WE SUPPORT SOWORE KOLA ABIOLA OR ANY OTHER YOUNGER ASPIRANTS....THOSE OLD CRONIES SHOULD GO AND REST,, HAVENT THEY LOOTED ENOUGH BILLIONS ....

[@unyiefovictor382]

One of the thing the general said that I heard very well is, there's a disconnect between the leadership and the followership. The leaders keep hiding the truth from the people at all times and doing the wrong thing. So leadership is our major problem in our national unity

[@bobmiketv3319]

Rufai is the only one that should handle this type of interview professionally

[@adrylight9701]

Thanks for saying my opinion after 15 mins of watching the video. The man shouldn't be made to escape the definition of federalism and say if Nigeria is federal.

[@debbietinam4432]

Which Rufai? You better not be talking of the wicked Governor of Kaduna State

[@benjaminhamza7772]

Rufai would have done an excellent job. He would have crucified IBB intellectually. She just allowed IBB escape the important questions. Rubbish

[@noahobansa5260]

It's better this way they didn't involved the young man y'all craving for to hold this interview in order not to endanger him ahead of his career

[@adrylight9701]

@@noahobansa5260 That narrative must not be allowed to dominate our society anymore. That act of the Nigerian system dictating which face of journalism thrives and obstruct the reporters of truth must also start getting resisted by that part of the lovers of truth and back support the career of the Rufai(s) to thrive. And trust me, those of us who want the true journalism to thrive are many enough to support and sustain characters like Rufai.

[@themuslimtv7632]

Beautiful questions with brilliant answers . The interview made my day

[@DJPKRock]

BRAVO TO NGOZI!!! Nigeria's CNN's Christiane Amanpour. She handled the interview SUPERBLY! Off her head, without any notes.

[@charlienadi8837]

Such impunity. I've not heard this man express one single regret or remorse for his part in plunging the country into the darkest abyss that we may never limb out of.

[@adekunledavies7708]

Don't mind him

[@celebritypuppet]

So true

[@ese4741]

He’s suffering for his atrocities. Forget camera he’s very sick treating all Kinds of diseases

[@joem551]

Stay there dey complain. You expect him to apologize for sins he committed many years ago, but Buhari has not apologize for the sins he is committing now.

[@HenryOkoAbuja]

He is planning of Staging a coup for Peter Obi. This i have seen.

[@destianoconsult9440]

Sacrifice and honesty will take Nigeria to the next level of nationhood

[@humility9345]

The problem with Africa is that we celebrate thieves. Allow them to keep their loot and be treated as statesmen, heroes instead of villain deserving the harshest punishment and to be treated with contempt. IBB and many corrupt and ruthless African leaders shouldn’t be allowed to keep their loot. Letting them keep is setting bad precedents, it confirms that crime pays. This is our biggest problem in Africa. A thief is a thief and it doesn’t matter whether they have stolen a goat, chicken, robbed citizens of public resources, are a villager, an ex president, young or old. They must be punished in equal proportion to the crime committed and deprived of the stollen goods or wealth so that leaders coming after them are warned. I don’t consider IBB a hero and sad that many here are praising him. May God the almighty, Allah open our eyes as citizens to the filths committed by men like him impoverishing this continent

[@stephenchuck4585]

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[@kayodemichael125]

IBB doesn't qualify as a hero. There's nothing heroic about him. Infact, he's a major factor in the continuous struggle for nationhood. He created more problems than he solved (if any). His Maradonic postures is inimical to the peace and stability of Nigeria. He legalized many illegalities. He's therefore, a criminal that ought to be brought to book.

[@paulibekie6066]

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[@leslieudu2494]

I quite agree with you and that is the system in the Western world. Look ex-president Trump, regardless of he acclaimed wealth, he is been invested for instigating violence in America including his cabinet and all senators, representatives and everyone suspected of affiliating with him. America will tell you that "Nobody is above board" but in Nigeria, political criminals are being called Godfather and celebrated. What a shame.

[@m.ccarabineri1ofberlin]

Q

[@rolandediare7957]

God bless IBB ala 'Maradona' He hit the nail on the head on several level. I recollect that Nigeria we had when he was in power compared to now. To even take IMF loan he made it a public debate for all on TV and Radio. His presidency tho military was ran somewhat like a civilian government. I was in university then NYSC then. Rule from the lower level, not from the higher down. State show focus on infrastructures, state policies and budget oversight to name a few...instead of micro-managing to the lowest level. Same should be on the Federal level, focus on Polices, Security, Federal level infrastructures, lead the people to run a free enterprise economy. That's what's practiced in the US. Shagari's regime tried it to some extent but corruption, partisanship and lack of common unitary value destroy it. May God help us as we're now poised to help ourselves thru supporting the youths.

[@olatunjiawofeso4794]

In The 50's/60's Nigeria Is A Beautiful Country To Live. Nigeria Was Practising Regional System Of Govt.

[@edsnotgod]

thats not what Uju Anya says, she says Nigeria was a slave of Britain

[@ppassman7439]

@@edsnotgod Was she even born then?

[@bennykelechi9079]

I like what arise News is doing these days, keep calling them out pls...the next should be Gowon and Abdusalami,bring all of them out pls,because the time is near. Up Arise News!

[@temiladealamudun5063]

YES 👍

[@adaorahi]

Please, explain what you are saying?

[@ukoharodney6406]

Yes I agree with you

[@lucynuha969]

Arise news is not doing anything abeg. IBB chose to do this Interview and can terminate Arise news if he wants to.

[@mainaali748]

Yes

[@angelscleaningservices6587]

I applaud you, sir, IBB. We as a Nation are quick to condemn you, but you had the interest of the Country at heart-a man who gave his wife a platform to shine. We should think of United democracy as it should be. IBB is not INEC rigging the elections, nor is he your state's governors not providing essential services to the people.

[@tajudeenmuhammadraji5366]

I B B? YOU ARE THE BEST & YOU REMAIN THE BEST.. We shall continue to love you the GREAT MAN OF AFRICA. You have did your best & I will continue wichiing you long life & peace of mind forever. I BB you are among the 13-SPECIAL GIFTED & ANOINTED by Almighty God since 1966 to supervised the Unity & stability of the country internally & externally to the best you people ability. Bless be your name & Happy birthday to you the Great man of AFRICA IBRAHIM BADAMASI BABANGIDA.

[@johnsaliu9749]

This man seems always composed when giving interviews. I wish there were more hard questions the lady gave. Next time, please allow Rufai to be the interviewer. He has the nerves to give tough questions. Abati tries trys to sit on the fence.

[@godwinejiofor8064]

Must we interview him in the first place? Who is he?

[@yinkaomolaja3266]

Abati has wined and dined with them, so he would rather not blow too much hot or cold. Our jèkòjèkò journalists ask questions as if the interview is to showcase or sell their guests for a future election. The same way Akeredolu rubbed oil on IBB during his lackluster interview. No wonder Fani KAYODE called them “brown envelope journalists “

[@HONEYMEDIAEUROPE]

Abati, an errand boy to politicians…

[@babatundebakare6678]

I support you 100%

[@olorunfunmiomotola1701]

@@godwinejiofor8064 Goddy I beg let me continue to enjoy my soaked GARI and fried fish...😁😁😁😁😍

[@ibrahimmusah5752]

Lady Ngozi has a solid command of the English language, am impressed with the quality of the interviewing skills exhibited by her.

[@gabrieloresegun8612]

I agree with you Ibrahim Musa

[@josephosuji3053]

Thank you IBB. I love you because you are a political genius. Thank you for granting this wonderful interview and remain blessed for your openess in answering all questions without fear or favor. Once again thank you Nigeria political Messi.

[@johngbujie2925]

IBB is a factor in Nigeria,s political development. This trial by error democracy is not paying off, and as such be discarded. We need restructuring as the way out. We as a matter of fact must resolve the issue of unity. I.B.B, should be listened to being a major player in the field of corruption. Nigerians should brace up for uncertainty to be unleashed in the event of Nigerians not over throwing the behemoth symbolized in the same coin with two sides. February is a valley of decision.

[@obehiokojie3447]

He has retired to his "HILLTOP" palatial home while so many Nigerians are living in squalor and abject poverty due partly to the actions and inactions of his likes. I hope he is at peace with himself. Power is transient and mortal life itself has an end.

[@mrdex2787]

absolutely true pal...

[@ibrahimalhajijalo8272]

Very intelligent person, still very sound. Wish you many more years ahead.

[@oladimejiolusunmade4549]

At peace with himself kẹ́, there is no peace for the wicked na him our pipu tọk ó.

[@princeteddyvictoregbon230]

He left government 29 years ago, what have you done with your life since 1993 that he left?

[@oladimejiolusunmade4549]

@@princeteddyvictoregbon230, you people love your tormentors, how old were you when he left, do you even know your history, do you know how reprobate this man was when in government, he revolutionized corruption and took it to a new level, do you know of the Gloria Okon case and Dele Giwa debacle, so what is there to emulate about a wheel chair bound , decrepit kleptomaniac who can not even account for the 2.8 billion gulf War oil sales Nigeria made in the 90s,you better keep quiet there with your political correctness. Nonsense of the highest order, mtcheww!

[@JesseYusufu]

Where is Rufai. Rufai would asked pertinent questions.

[@gideondamaryam1934]

Ask them o. This woman is not it.

[@enuguman8689]

Rufai or no Rufai, IBB was not ready to speak as you wanted. He was very careful with his choice of words.

[@chukwukakennedy6296]

@@enuguman8689 ur right my brother, and if I may ask,what pertinent question again does the guy want?

[@oneman.1780]

Did you think they will send Rufai for this kind of interview? It rub my back and rub yours. This is organized interview.

[@marviselira7100]

OBI has a vision to our country Nigeria I have a dream ✊🏾

[@chikaodinakaunachukwu1320]

To The people that made this country what it is You may have looted all the money to last you a lifetime But I hope that your suffering starts from the Afterlife!

[@segunoriade]

The IBB period was a major turning point for our beloved country. IBB is comparatively one of the best leaders in Nigeria. IBB engaged the media, constantly briefing the country and taking questions. Today's leaders should stop blaming IBB for their irresponsible behaviours. Nigeria belong to Nigerians.

[@onyejaysalem1698]

Please Arise news,next time you want to interview people like this,let Rufai handle this,except you don't want to hear these men tell us the truth.. Ngozi is best with giving us news night Nigeria..Rufai is a natural detective in a journalist form..

[@adesopeadedeji757]

Don't mind them they won't allow him, that's how they excluded him from those who interviewed Buhari.... Rufai is the man

[@isaacoladimeji4741]

seconded......

[@adeolaadeyelu7581]

Legendary Rufai.

[@princeidiakhoa4101]

We have to first appreciate our efforts that have most likely led to that ugly lady called Tundu not sitting down with our able Rufai in the morning show. I felt like going there and uprooting her when she conspicously showed she had fracas with our sole representative there in Rufai. The next one to go should be Mr. Abati whom i feel is also not comfortable with Rufai.

[@tyy5557]

Arise News won't allow Rufai to conduct the interview because they know that he is going to ask IBB tough questions.

[@FemiAlofePQS]

Ngozi, you are just too amazing with the manner you conducted this interview.👏🏾👏🏾

[@kelechinkwocha3843]

Love him or hate him, Babaginda is one of the most intelligent leaders we ve had. Arguably very corrupt, but has greater understanding of this nation. One could only wish he practiced what he now preached.

[@faithfully921]

Abi

[@moekeshington786]

This is a remarkable comment, especially coming from someone with an Ibo name.

[@headsroll]

What is the value of such intelligence if it was never used for the benefit of the country and its growth?? No one needs that sort of intelligence without moral fortitude

[@stevephenodin8085]

Hi, Great interview from Mrs Nugosi nice question and well anticulated. Nafoda was found by Abacha. God gives long life to 👿 Thanks

[@baramuru70]

Sincerely at 80 ,I would not want to be asked these questions , we should let these old men and women retire and rest . The story of our yesterday is theirs , but today and tomorrow can certainly not be told by them . Please Arise , ask young men how we can get out of the rut we are in .

[@sundayokpanachi6043]

My brother, how time flies...how old was he when he was president.

[@SpencerSoyemi]

They need to interviewed cos they stole Nigeria dry!!!!

[@faithfully921]

I strongly agree with you 💯

[@christopherjayden6007]

Gbosa for you my brother

[@gwin8463]

"No peace for the wicked "

[@esinesin8609]

I thank God for IBB, he is very intact and I wish could come back as President.

[@susuibie994]

Thank you to this journalist. You mentioned the key issues which the Nigerian leadership is disconnected from which feeds their callous and indifferent leadership: love and care! The African male's understanding of love and care is CONTROL!

[@ariaslars1045]

You just nailed my heart like a carpenter intelligent one I don't mind to be your disciples of knowledge 🫂💯

[@uyobachristian7995]

It's unfortunately that some of you don't understand Nigeria, important interview can not be given to Rufai, they knew what he is capable of doing I'm not surprised

[@godwinejiofor8064]

You think IBB will allow Rufai to interview him? Cabal know the weak journalists so Rufai is not among weak one he will be too much for them.

[@daniellawrence4973]

100%

[@Tech.Library]

Rufai does not have the pedigree to interview IBB. You need a veteran journalist to talk to iconic people like IBB

[@godwinejiofor8064]

@@Tech.Library what do you mean Rufai doesnt have Pedigree to interview IBB? Who is he?

[@attaholaoluadejo7632]

@@godwinejiofor8064 It means he doesn't have the name & mental composure; its not about knowledge of historical events or quoting poets. It's asking difficult questions in a formal composed way; also remember different interviews have different formats (this 1 is probably intended to be less aggressive/confrontational) She asked the needed questions: a little too calm but she asked them

[@ashibuogwuemmanuelneo2420]

The Great problem 👌 of NIGERIA is Leadership but in addition Sound Character Leadership is our Greatest Challenge Now 😁. Peter Obi is the Best to Fix Nigerian's Leadership Challenge Now. The Way Out is Peter Obi come 2023. IBB can confirm so.

[@stankoniangerem7758]

IBB said they are saints when compared with the present administration 😂😂😂😂 Buhari and APC 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@vaticinus]

Of all Nigeria's presidents to date he seems to have the greatest understanding of how the country works. He single handedly turned Nigeria into the most corrupt country in the world almost overnight, in only a few years. That's very impressive. He could have done a lot for Nigerians if he wasn't selfish.

[@smooth-cutentertainmentmov4709]

Very interesting he did not argue against his regime being very corrupt to Nigerians instead he was comparing the degrees of the corruption with the current regime : I think that was very appalling and discouraging for his reputation as a corrupt Tyrant leader. I was expecting him to say no it was not.

[@AnnieSpecial92861]

How exactly did he encourage corruption ?

[@princeteddyvictoregbon230]

What would he have done that others after him couldn't do? He gave you local government autonomy, the others that came scattered it. He gave you movement to Abuja, upgraded the airports and full developments. 29years gone what are others doing?

[@yellowberryokere9303]

@@AnnieSpecial92861 Read your history since you were a toddler when he was President. You will get a hint of how corrupt he was....

[@marvisnwokocha6772]

Unverifiable, uncomplimentary, and sentimental assertion! Sheer blackmail. It's yet to be proven as to how IBB's government was more corrupt than other leaders under whose watch the power sector and road infrastructure collapsed.

[@olabisiabraham801]

I've read some comments and most are just full of sentiments! If anybody did not learn anything from the answers he gave, then they are still part of Nigeria's problems! I read him beyond his words! He is completely dissatisfied with this govt and if I understood some of his answers, he definitely believes they must be comedians and will not move this country an inch forward! Above all, they can't hold on to anything he says! I respect this man any day, any time for his intelligence!

[@nellaomoagbons3560]

Well said! Nobody is perfect but IBB wasn't that bad during his regime. IBB is far far better than this buharisim terrorists regime. He might regretting so many things that he did but IBB is still the only president that gave Nigerians many. He built the Aso rock that buhari is collecting rents on now. He built many federal roads during his time. Our economy wasn't so bad as it is now. Buhari is an omen, 666 that has come to destroy this once loving country Nigeria!

[@judeharrison597]

The only time IBB will have to come online is for him to apologize to Nigerians, the families of those he made fatherless. He should ask everyone for mercy.

[@hassanseun]

He is not getting mine

[@oceejekwam6829]

Additionally, he should return the stolen billions (of dollars) with interest.

[@stanleyuchenamaluze8071]

my brother you make me laugh ooo

[@unitednation5398]

The earlier you realize nobody is gonna apologize to ur sorry ass the better for you. If u had been d leader u would have done worst

[@MakolaMambo]

@@unitednation5398 speak for yourself! We already know what your kind will do.

[@afolabiyusuf3159]

Initially, I adore his sense of reasoning and grasp of events. I quickly realised that he has what it takes. What I mean is that, he has all the videos of the past events at his disposal. He was lucky. Being a former and retired soldier, the documentaries are with him or within his reach and these are things he would be watching like another person watching films. On the issue of June 12th, he lied. Even if there would be coup, whose interest was he protecting at that time......Abiola or the nation? why where the would be coupist not retired even before leaving the stage? Was Abiola not eventually killed? So of what usefulness is the annulment other than the chaos and serious economic crisis., more people were killed on the street of lagos, than would have been killed in the event of a coup.

[@choko247]

All hail IBB🙋‍♂️, the man who knows Nigeria like the palm of his hands. Smartest thief of all times and the most corrupt leader in Africa

[@victorkesh8175]

😂 😂 😂 😂 😂

[@Victor-fg1ky]

🤣🤣🤣 EMOTIONAL DAMAGE 😂🤣

[@megwasugoakukoiro-moonligh6387]

you got it all well! the news Magazine Newswatch called him the Evil Genius

[@danielike7997]

Dose evil men are just seeking for forgiveness don't mind him

[@LicaOrenstein]

Loo l

[@beatricedada8331]

This worth listening to,he said it all-Nigeria is suffering from failure of leadership.

[@johngiwa4150]

No matter what older generation will never forget that this man opened the flood gate of corruption in Nigera.Yes we know

[@tbrown0075]

You are 100% right bro!! he was the creator of grand theft in government. He took Nigeria to another level of unimaginable corruption and impunity. Infact, he brought 419, drug peddlers, made lots of millionaires whose source of wealth were neither here or there leading to hyperinflation that Nigeria economy is still suffering from till date.

[@royaleagle129]

Very true

[@royaleagle129]

That's right.

[@tokunboomonubi4329]

Loool, the 1963 coup was motivated by Corruption... The second Military coup was motivated by large-scale corruption. Let us stop pinning the national problems on individuals. We will not solve the problem as a nation until we stop doing this

[@royaleagle129]

Corruption begins with an individual in a family, society etc. Biblical example of Judas betraying Jesus Christ, is no different from IBB or someone else who starts or endorse corruption in his society .

[@chikechinukwue2906]

So from what IBB is saying, I can imagine that the major piece of the puzzle missing from the Nigerian project is visionary leadership.

[@chidimichael1734]

Respect to IBB. It is as simple as it is, Young Nation followed suit with the coup instead of understanding what life it wants. IBB said it all

[@ristarich8249]

Chidi Michael, you are a wise man.

[@sojiogungbesan5547]

We are where we are as a nation in large part because of this man.

[@okolotony1170]

Yet stupid journalists keep going to interview him basically for brown envelopes. Bringing his ideas down is the key job of youths if they will ever have a life

[@jedidahbintidaudi8241]

really? how do you know..are you nigerian? what is his name? i need to google him and find out his biography...they call him IBB but i dont get his name really

[@olumuyiwaogundeyi6444]

See what man can do to fellow man. Incredible!

[@unegbuamaobichukwu172]

Even at 80 he was this sharp. A really brilliant man. He really deserves the tag "evil genius"

[@jammehsingbeh4855]

I'm not a Nigerian neither know the history of this great country, but this four stars veteran appeared very bright. There're lots I grasp from him. He was at head of the interviewer intent of answering those questions. Look at my favorite answer from him- How do u grade the current gov, it's good as long it did not collapse that's matter. Tell us the problem with the military of today, it has been over stretched. What could b one major problems with Nigeria today as compared to the passed, The country is disconnected. Long live veteran, long live Nigeria.

[@seyiphillips6431]

IBB speaks as one whose past obligations in Nigeria were those of a political analyst and not of an ex-president. The military men in Nigeria were rare in terms of impacting the lives of the common Nigerian. IBB annulled a democratic process in June 12 1993 elections . A man who gave license to corruption and tries to justify his own graft by highlighting the immense corruption of current political class only shows an ex-president who refuses to be held accountable as a public servant. He is not an intelligent man but a profound thief.

[@collinschiazor6568]

one thing is sure... the alleged/perceived corruption of his nothing compared to what is obtainable since the so called democratic dispensation... That I give for free..

[@hakeemojulari7392]

@@collinschiazor6568 You are very correct. Nigerian democratic govt is very corrupt even more than the military govt.

[@peteramadi9080]

@@hakeemojulari7392 he is the originator of evil in Nigeria with many colours

[@edimeabdullahi4956]

Depends on what you term as intelligence Mr

[@afroguard]

@@collinschiazor6568 They are equally as guilty as one another. In ethical parlance, you don't say one person is eviler than another. What happened to the $12 billion dollars gulf war windfall?

[@FranklinFranklin-kb8ej]

If Abacha did not die, nobody will be talking about his loot. I also know Babagida the Maradonna taught Abacha how to steal. In that case, can you all ask Babagida to point us to his loot in foreign land before he dies? else the west will not refund what belongs to us.

[@lasisimc403]

Truly

[@stanleyuchenamaluze8071]

My brother you make me laugh did you think he will tell you, and did you think those loot's they are still there in out country?

[@jero0418]

" I also know that babaginda taught abacha" How do you know this, were a fly on the wall, when the lesson were taking place This statement here emphasis why nigeria is in a mess, we speculate without any fact, everything is based on emotion and feeling and zero fact base

[@lawrencennorom3393]

I applaud this bold journalist who asked what many would not have asked IBB

[@kemohsulimani371]

Ngozi did an excellent interview. Heart thumping until the end. Her voice & look reminds me of Oprah Winfrey. I admire IBB who's a wise man.

[@oriyomibank7849]

The north will never support restructuring and always avoiding the topic Regional government period

[@talibunajat8178]

dont generalise

[@AA-yh2vt]

Ngozi did a good job! I don't think Rufai would have done any better, infact he wouldn't have gotten anywhere. This sort of interview requires a level of control and maturity with thoughts & questions... it is what it is. He's done his bit, he's old. Viewers should read in between the lines, some interesting insights here.

[@henrygeorge6388]

Glory bee to God almighty for his wonderful life I remember him very well , I was in Nigeria 🇳🇬 at that time , God bless The Great Nation Nigeria Amen and Amen ❤ 🙏 🙌 👏 ♥ ✨ ❤

[@helenajibikeolajide6740]

I love this lady, so excellent at making interviews. Papa Badamosi scored over 60% too in answering questions and answers were quite revealing of his governance, a builder of men indeed.

[@vicroy5603]

The best interview that puts salt into injury!

[@kennethugochukwu5005]

Insult to injury

[@nosikeuduhirinwa3567]

We all tend to forget that in 1960 when according to President Babangida, we agreed to be one country, our then leaders recognised the differences and partitioned the country into three semi-nations called regions. These regions were working and controlling their economy and contributing to the federal government. They even had their own ambassadors outside Nigeria, aside the federal ambassadors. We have forgotten all these. The country was running better then. The whole problem started when you military people reversed the status quo to now have the federal controlling everywhere and feeding the entire large country from Lagos and later Abuja. Truth is: untill you reverse the structure back to what it was in 1960 or something like it, you will keep struggling with unity and you must eventually break-up. We, so large, are all caged-up under Abuja; this is the problem!

[@mohammadwoooauwal2727]

He was a good leader for all the times. IBB I love u. U created a lot of development. Including the Arabic village university in Ngala Borno state. I need to see IBB the best president in Nigerian history. My name is Mohammed Auwal isa

[@gideonobi3779]

It is an under statement when I refer to IIBB as the best PRESIDENT Nigeria has ever had. I saw ingenuity, Creativities, practicality in leadership, Nationalism, inclusions, social integrations and other positive ties too many to mention. Needless talking about legacies like making it possible that a Yoruba Nationalist became a President. He taught Nigeria Leadership elites how highly productive it is to employ the services of Creative technocrats for positively resourceful governance. At this point, I remember how resourceful people like Chu Okongwu, Omo Omoruiyi, & Prof. Humphrey Nwosu were in their respective Ministries in IBB'S government. This doesn't to say that he was a perfect leader for no one can ever be. Notwithstanding, IBB is an ICON of Leadership worthy of emulation. He was never tribal. I PRAY FOR MERCY, & GRACE TO LIVE LONGER IN GOOD HEALTH & ABUNDANCE IN J E S U S Name..Amen.

[@victoropurum7476]

IBB is being very careful with his words. He's very careful, not to criticize the current government. Even though it's obvious that he is dissatisfied with their extremely poor leadership.

[@enuguman8689]

Yes, you were very observant. He was very careful with the choice of words. Young people should learn from this interview.

[@thetruthsayer8347]

@@enuguman8689 learn what exactly???

[@christianameh4762]

You are so right! He’s very intelligent and very careful taking the questions. Besides that, he has some valid point though.

[@enuguman8689]

@Korean Civilization. I am also a young person(

[@enuguman8689]

IBB is very intelligent. He said that Nigeria economy under Buhari has not crashed. This is very diplomatic. IBB didn't say that Buhari is doing well or not. Secondly, he said that the military had to do more without commenting specifically on the present state of the military. Thirdly, he described the qualities of the person who should be the next president without mentioning a political party , an individual or a specific region. That's wisdom.

[@sholaawolope1936]

IBB is now saying he’s a saint but the fact remains that his regime institutionalized corruption in Nigeria .

[@naijabelle4961]

exactly

[@jokpaoghenerealtors5206]

Though he was bad but he always adjust

[@olurominiyiibitayo5473]

@@jokpaoghenerealtors5206 how did he adjust after annulling the election? How did he adjust after using his friendship to disarm him - Dimka.

[@oaesan]

All corruptions before him was at secondary level at best. He taught Nigeria Msc in corruption. Goodluck took us into Phd in corruption. This current regime is teaching us combined honors of corruption and insecurity.

[@MrDanielfidelis]

I think in his older years, he is more reflective and has nothing else but to tell the truth of situations

[@anyaibeobere4710]

Ibrahim Babangida was one of the best president of nigeria, no hunger no inflation jobs allover, chop I chop

[@victorekong3093]

Good man at this age he still has ideas for good governance and local government.

[@rrnn1558]

What an interview without discussion about OIC this man dragged Nigeria into. God will never forgive you all.

[@ikeutuagha4197]

I believe that the reason we have agitations for secession in Nigeria is that the right things are not being done. If governance had given every section of the Nigerian society the necessary dividends in terms of economic welfare and acceptance, and no section is marginalized in any way, there won't be such agitations. If there were no looting of the treasury at federal, state and local government levels, and if the resources were appropriately managed for the benefit of all, there would not be agitations for secession. In the present dispensation, Peter Obi stands out as the magic wand that is capable of restoring the Nigerian State economically. He is highly detribalized and he would use the best Nigerians to achieve his purposes, irrespective of tribe or ethnicity. He is sound beyond measure in all respects. Nigeria and Nigerians need him now! Atiku and Bola Tinubu do not fit. They have looted our treasury enough! They contributed immensely to the bastardizing of the Nigerian State, her economy, and her morality. They are epitomes of corruption. PETER OBI IS OUR NECESSARY STRUCTURE UNOPPOSED!

[@iwuhpatrick7350]

Thank

[@okanumechukwudi5968]

Well said bro

[@stanleyiroanya4956]

...............?

[@emmanuelosawaye5359]

Ike,your opinion is wrong because this same Peter Obi was in governance and nothing tangible he did on Anambra. He was a specialist in maintaining roads and other infrastructures but never built new one's. Lies upon lies.Those social media criers are crying for nothing and none of them have been able to convince if Peter Obi was not part of the problem. Peter Obi made himself more than the Anambras who voted for him.

[@modrikisadopted6337]

It's an ongoing development. Peter Obi is best visible option but not the answer. It's a good start. He is a placard.

[@AusimcoAuto]

Infant if IBB can speak out this way while are we not allowed ex to speak out for the present. We need their intervention also, how long can we remain like This brethren

[@ibbiaiyc]

One of the best and beautiful president of Nigeria thanks sir

[@akinakinkunmi8633]

This evil genius has no justification whatsoever to comment on democracy and the state of the nation which he selfishly distorted. The history of Nigerian democracy would probably have been better without the name IBB.

[@christopherchidi553]

You didn't ask him the necessary questions and when you asked one you don't allow him to answer it. I would have preferred rufai or Dr abatti

[@emmanueladeyosoye4070]

I would prefer Charles to anchor this interview

[@uchennaemmanuel3956]

of course, Ngozi did a very good Job. She was too professional, very diplomatic and friendly.

[@adesopeadedeji757]

Abatti can be economical with the truth sometimes. He had the platform when buhari came to lagos but he behaved like a secondary school headboy on instructions.

[@Da_Champion]

Seeing that man IBB makes me angry

[@tundefaro8288]

Abati would be diplomatic. Rufai is the best I can think of

[@kayodeSuleOdu]

Sir, Happy Birthday to You,Sir. And wishing You many Happy Returns . In Great Health And Greater PROSPERITY.Amen.

[@PeterPeter-ut2kq]

IBB is still remain as a telligent man at 80s very nice. God almighty see things in a difference ways. Nice menmories, talk telligent and reliable, talk politedly and reasonable. His God is a good God to him. More years to you Mr IBB Babagida.

[@jeromeokenwa4526]

One thing that stands out for him was the establishment of corruption in Nigeria.

[@kehindeogundeji7410]

Why not Rufai? Rufai suppose to be the interviewer. He would have asked the salient questions

[@ng1471]

Exactly, I never appreciate anything this lady does. She is not a journalist to me.

[@_adeniyi_]

Arise is full of this bias interviews. Same with Buhari interview! He would have grilled the charlatans.

[@okorojnr]

@@ng1471 She is a stooge. Very annoying lady.

[@aydotemman.4899]

You are right

[@MrPerfect0910]

They know what they are doing. They won't dare to use rufai for such magnitude of the interview, my man will drills them speechless

[@welwynmanager323]

Whether I like it or not, this IBB is the most consequential Nigerian Leader. I hate to admit it He created every policy or institution in this country.. MAMSER, NDLEA, SSS, DIA, NDE, NIPSS, 6-3-3-4, Primary Health care, DFRRI... It is really unbelievable

[@EvangprinceSamidris1892]

I believe during your time when you was a president I was not born into the world but history told me that during your time everything was going well so now if you look at what is happening currently in Nigeria alot of Young people are saying can we still have a good leader like you in Nigeria, as a formal president what can you do to make Nigerian a better for the Young

[@globaldrumsentertainment3841]

He's was one of the key major person who brought us to where we are today in Nigeria, he played a very bad roll in the history of the country,wanted to gain free Marshall before relocating state capital to Abuja. Very bad man and he killed a lots of people

[@ufoufo9182]

And he had the audacity to call it an "intervention".

[@alexorepit]

You and your brother, the looter-in-chief, Abacha banded together to deny chief Abiola his mandate and left him to die in your custody, and you want us to listen to you now? Give me a break!

[@elizabethmegafu9117]

Gbagam......

[@ibrahimmuhammad1569]

Do you know that the total of what Abacha and IBB were alleged to have looted from Nigeria are less than$4 billion;while obasanjo and Jonathan have stolen $60 billion and $200 billion respectively?The data is there from EFCC, CBN and National assembly if you care to confirm. You people are selfish, you always malign and demonise Northerners; while southerners are the most corrupt people on Earth.Look at civil servants at Federal level when Federal capital was at Lagos, everything is give me money for you to have your file processed.Even here at Abuja southerners demand for bribery for whatever you want them to do. So, you southerners are the masters of corruption that hinder economic development in Nigeria.you teach some Northerners to do the same,you then turn and accuse them of leading in corruption because you dominate media.

[@alexorepit]

@@ibrahimmuhammad1569 Did you say Obasanjo and Jonathan looted $60 and $200 billion respectively? I saw your comment and laughed, because no serious-minded person (respectively) would make such outlandish and unfounded claim. If that was the case, how come you don't see billions being sent back to the country from foreign countries, the same way the looter-in-chief, Abacha's looted billions continue to be sent back?

[@chukwukakennedy6296]

@@ibrahimmuhammad1569 So with ur gibberish you type texted,ur body language is dt corruption should continue for ad-infinitum bc it was the South dt introduced it ? The North dt you claimed to be saint,why have they not been able to ameliorate chronic poverty, illiteracy and retrogressive life style? I detest pointing accusing fingers at a certain tribe or region for an ossified corruption and stupidity of Nigerian elites,led by her political class

[@Wolpher]

IBB is greed personified. Such an Evil Man

[@DG-lx7cf]

This is the man that supports Peter Obi Nigerians you better be careful.

[@estheriguh8013]

Ex-President was the best fir Nigeria. Cool & level headed. Did you all hear what he said about agitation? He said he would never lock anyone up for agitating. He was called all sorts of names & he did not react nor shoot anyone for agitating! Long life Mr Ex-President FRN Babangida. I truly appreciate you! Look at what is happening in today's Nigeria - kidnapping, killing & raping of innocent Nigerians! God is not asleep nor slumber. God will Judge us all. In God we trust.

[@paulcutti841]

Amazing strength even 80+... Recall our handshake at the Waldorf Astoria in New York and on attendance at UN General Assembly. I am impressed. Wish you continued good health. Onyema.

[@teetemz]

Babangida is talking out of his nyash. He was one of the BIGGEST causes of the rot of Nigeria.

[@adamubabaabdullahi2183]

He has been a very great Leader.A very fantastic and intelligent retired General sir .A detribalised and Benevolent General sir.

[@uzomaunaeze7917]

IBB an intelligent Nigerian former leader BRAVO!!