"It is not our beliefs, but our
actions that make us better people. Nigeria must keep moving, but that means it
is you and I that must keep moving. We must fight against not only corrupt
leaders and mediocrity at all levels, but against our own inertia which
whispers to us that we are helpless. We must seize our destinies and act before
it is too late. We must take a stand now” – Take A
Stand Nigeria.
The group, Take A Stand, in a statement says it is
time for Nigerians to take a stand against governments that take the citizens
for granted regardless of party affiliation at the local, state and national
levels.
“Nigerians, we
must stop complaining and take our destinies into our own hands. If I have to
sleep in my office to ensure that I vote, I will do it. If I don’t vote, I have
no right to complain” Mr Adebola Odu- Onikosi , a member of the group
admonished.
Worried about
the high level of corruption and impunity in the country, Take A Stand believes that citizens need to play a major role by
ensuring that they come out and vote for those they believe will take the
country out of her present woes. “If 70% of the population come out to vote, it
will be difficult for the elections to get rigged” another member of the group
added.
Promising to
not let up until the ‘Nigeria of our dreams” is realized; The Take A Stand group has planned a self-supported mass
mobilization campaign, where Nigerians of various social and economic strata
will be further enlightened on the merits of taking part in the selection of
leaders for the country.
“When your
kids are 20years old, where will Nigeria be? This is affecting all of us, you
cannot take your whole village abroad” – Odu-Onkosi further challenged everyone
to get involved as this was bigger than individuals and parties.
In a bid to
reach a wider audience, an inaugural blog chat hosted by singer and Nigerian
Idol judge, Yinka Davies was held on
Valentine’s Day on the initiative’s official website www.takeastandnigeria.com to discuss the Love for
Country. According to the organizers, such innovative chats will hold every
Saturday with respected public figures who will drive a non-partisan
conversation.
This week, international
Public Speaker and blogger, Omojuwa will be hosting the blog chat on the group’s
website at 2PM. People in and out of Nigeria are urged to join in this
discussion and lend their voices to the noble cause. To follow and be a part of
the initiative’s activities on social media:
Website : www.takeastandnigeria.com
Twitter: @takeastandng , Instagram : @takeastandng Google+ : @takeastandng
Join the
exclusive group on Facebook : Take A
Stand Nigeria
True talk...Noted!
ReplyDelete...Mama J...
APC and deception.Why deceive unsuspecting nigerians with this false name?
DeleteIt's about time Nigerians especially the youths became proactive in the process of electing leaders. It isn't enough to just make all the noise in the world and not do anything about the situation. Actions speak louder than words and talk still remains cheap.
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#smh - wondering why PDP supporters aren't asking GEJ why he waited for so long to send the military after BH? Some say they were buying weapons. So it takes 5 years to buy weapons? It is clear that he was playing politics with human lives. Vote Buhari.
DeleteNice one noted. I also stand for #change# and Nigeria must be better again. As sue as GMB win the upcoming general election #ihavedecided to vote for #change#
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ReplyDeleteNice n great
ReplyDeleteWell said.
ReplyDelete@Sophia Stephen
With God by our side and honesty by the corner, we would prevail. Psalm 121:7-8. @Bishop_Dammy
ReplyDeleteThumbs up to them.
ReplyDeleteLol @ you cannot take your whole village abroad. We haff hear you ooo! Inertia's gotta go.
ReplyDeleteVERULE says _is It a must
ReplyDeleteI took a stand long time ago.
ReplyDeleteI stand for Change!!
~BONARIO~says so via NOKIA LUMIA
And so do I.
DeleteI know my stand
ReplyDeleteMy stand is @Good luck EBELE Azikwe Jonathan
Vote for him
@Galore
Ok, this is commendable!
ReplyDeleteWell said
ReplyDeleteThis what politician are suppose to be preaching
The truth is,allll d people contesting for d presidential seat ain't capable, but I'll rather rep buhari dan Vote for GEJ ...GEJ is not capable, and if dat means settling so buhari,den yes,i and other welk thinking pple will
DeleteNaija must find out how the prep candidates plan to decrease and fight corruption. Don't vote anyone if your questions have not be answered. Don't let GEJ new tactics fool you. Ask the necessary questions. go on twitter and ask them.
ReplyDeleteI always ask this question when people talk about change...Vote for Change...es I agree for Change But who is going to bring the Change? is it Buhari? or Tinubu or Atiku or Amechi? The mere suggestion that these men in one party;
ReplyDeleteBuhari, Obasanjo and Tinubu, Atiku, Amechi are pushing for "change" makes me weep for Nigeria.
The same people that have been in the corridors of power for decades? I ask myself what was their contribution to the growth of Nigeria...
If they have done well during their time, Nigeria would have been a better place!! and if they have being good elder statesmen, may be they would have raised amazing and quality youths to take over from them and some young souls that belong to this chosen generation are celebrating them. its so crazy to see the negative influence of social media.
Its not just God that will Judge you all but The Law of Nature will Judge you all for all the pains and agony you have caused our people because of your greed for power and influence.
Both PDP AND APC,,,are just thieves and unrepentant.
its only a fool and a coward that will waste his energy to go and vote for you guys to continue stealing and enriching your families and unborn generations to come......
I will only wait till When God will raise the right candidate to lead Nigeria,,, until then please count me out of your votes...
it is either the Omojuwa is Mentally Sick or He also has eaten from the sour grape too....
Change does not need advert...It will surely happen when the time comes....
I always ask this question when people talk about change...Vote for Change...es I agree for Change But who is going to bring the Change? is it Buhari? or Tinubu or Atiku or Amechi? The mere suggestion that these men in one party;
ReplyDeleteBuhari, Obasanjo and Tinubu, Atiku, Amechi are pushing for "change" makes me weep for Nigeria.
The same people that have been in the corridors of power for decades? I ask myself what was their contribution to the growth of Nigeria...
If they have done well during their time, Nigeria would have been a better place!! and if they have being good elder statesmen, may be they would have raised amazing and quality youths to take over from them and some young souls that belong to this chosen generation are celebrating them. its so crazy to see the negative influence of social media.
Its not just God that will Judge you all but The Law of Nature will Judge you all for all the pains and agony you have caused our people because of your greed for power and influence.
Both PDP AND APC,,,are just thieves and unrepentant.
its only a fool and a coward that will waste his energy to go and vote for you guys to continue stealing and enriching your families and unborn generations to come......
I will only wait till When God will raise the right candidate to lead Nigeria,,, until then please count me out of your votes...
it is either the Omojuwa is Mentally Sick or He also has eaten from the sour grape too....
Change does not need advert...It will surely happen when the time comes....
Shut the hell up and stop ranting. No one is forcing you to vote. If you don't have any candidate, please stay in your house and stop throwing tantrums.
DeleteI'm on ur side
DeleteSince when did Nigerians become independent political activists? Who do they want to deceive? Just reading the statement alone and you know ho they are taking a stand for. Abegi. Pass.
ReplyDeleteGod bless our soldiers risking their lives every day for the. country. And those captured Boko members don't look like they are Nigerians o. May be Chadians abi Nigeriens?
ReplyDeleteSince when did Nigerians become independent political activists? Anyway they gave themselves away by their opening statement. BokoHari supporters masquerading around like their islamist sharia touting ex general. Abegi.
ReplyDeleteSince when did Nigerians become independent political activists? Anyway they gave themselves away by their opening statement. BokoHari supporters masquerading around like their islamist sharia touting ex general. Abegi.
ReplyDeleteSince when did Nigerians become independent political activists? Anyway they gave themselves away by their opening statement. BokoHari supporters masquerading around like their islamist sharia touting ex general. Abegi.
ReplyDeleteCan you kindly shut the hell up if you are too retarded to think straight?!
DeleteI always ask this question when people talk about change...Vote for Change...es I agree for Change But who is going to bring the Change? is it Buhari? or Tinubu or Atiku or Amechi? The mere suggestion that these men in one party;
ReplyDeleteBuhari, Obasanjo and Tinubu, Atiku, Amechi are pushing for "change" makes me weep for Nigeria.
The same people that have been in the corridors of power for decades? I ask myself what was their contribution to the growth of Nigeria...
If they have done well during their time, Nigeria would have been a better place!! and if they have being good elder statesmen, may be they would have raised amazing and quality youths to take over from them and some young souls that belong to this chosen generation are celebrating them. its so crazy to see the negative influence of social media.
Its not just God that will Judge you all but The Law of Nature will Judge you all for all the pains and agony you have caused our people because of your greed for power and influence.
Both PDP AND APC,,,are just thieves and unrepentant.
its only a fool and a coward that will waste his energy to go and vote for you guys to continue stealing and enriching your families and unborn generations to come......
I will only wait till When God will raise the right candidate to lead Nigeria,,, until then please count me out of your votes...
it is either the Omojuwa is Mentally Sick or He also has eaten from the sour grape too....
Change does not need advert...It will surely happen when the time comes....
Only a tiny percentage of Nigerians have access to the Internet so this elitist Fayemi style APC propaganda is dead on arrival.
ReplyDeleteI always ask this question when people talk about change...Vote for Change...es I agree for Change But who is going to bring the Change? is it Buhari? or Tinubu or Atiku or Amechi? The mere suggestion that these men in one party;
ReplyDeleteBuhari, Obasanjo and Tinubu, Atiku, Amechi are pushing for "change" makes me weep for Nigeria.
The same people that have been in the corridors of power for decades? I ask myself what was their contribution to the growth of Nigeria...
If they have done well during their time, Nigeria would have been a better place!! and if they have being good elder statesmen, may be they would have raised amazing and quality youths to take over from them and some young souls that belong to this chosen generation are celebrating them. its so crazy to see the negative influence of social media.
Its not just God that will Judge you all but The Law of Nature will Judge you all for all the pains and agony you have caused our people because of your greed for power and influence.
Both PDP AND APC,,,are just thieves and unrepentant.
its only a fool and a coward that will waste his energy to go and vote for you guys to continue stealing and enriching your families and unborn generations to come......
I will only wait till When God will raise the right candidate to lead Nigeria,,, until then please count me out of your votes...
it is either the Omojuwa is Mentally Sick or He also has eaten from the sour grape too....
Change does not need advert...It will surely happen when the time comes....
And you start by using the APC sound bites not a neutral opening statement. Just like you islamist BokoHari Nigerians cannot be chives. I am all for taking a stand when a truly apolitical group arises not these fake ones.
ReplyDeleteAh ha. That guy in the picture is a known APC supporter. Haba. Why the deception?
ReplyDeleteI hate it when people try to use something that should be noble to try to deceive others. Two of the people in this picture are known APC supporters so why don't they just campaign for APC rather than making it seem like they are some independent body. I hate deception!
ReplyDeleteAt least they are not forcing you to take a stand. It is by choice not by stomach infrastructure.
DeleteI hate it when people try to use something that should be noble to try to deceive others. Two of the people in this picture are known APC supporters so why don't they just campaign for APC rather than making it seem like they are some independent body. I hate deception!
ReplyDeleteI hate it when people try to use something that should be noble to try to deceive others. Two of the people in this picture are known APC supporters so why don't they just campaign for APC rather than making it seem like they are some independent body. I hate deception!
ReplyDeleteyea baby TAKE A STAND
ReplyDeletei concur
yea baby TAKE A STAND
ReplyDeletei concur
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Not a bad idea
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I agree.
ReplyDeleteI have already taken a stand. I know where I belong & nothing would change that. Linda take note!
ReplyDeleteGbam #ihavedecided
DeleteI have already taken a stand. I know where I belong & nothing would change that. Linda take note!
ReplyDeleteWORD.
ReplyDeletea bunch of wise guys in suites sitting and chatting in well furnished rooms do not inspire the common Nigerian to stand.
ReplyDeleteI have taken a Stand. This country must move forward without the present thieves.
ReplyDeleteNawah ooooooooo!!! I no come undastand dis matter o.we just need to stand against corruption in our country and coordinate d economic system -they should sanction all those fraudulent people dat occupies d economic sector doing little or almost no significant jobs. When you travel to schl abroad u'll see a lot of Nigerians with stigma -d residents are almost tired of their unmanned life sytle and thier indulgence in risky business
ReplyDeleteall these groups. Where is enoughisenough and lightupnigeria? now it's take a stand.
ReplyDeleteThis is super commendable!!! AS in we still have professionals like this???? WEll done guys. I definitely will now go out to vote. Lest i complain later cos i fit complain wellllaa...LOOOOL @ we no fit carry our village to yankee.
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ReplyDelete#lenovo tab
Good initiative. Your vote is your voice.
ReplyDeleteTakeAStand is not about any Political Party. It is about professionals who love their country and wish to admonish the populace to come out in their numbers to vote. Sincerely if 80% of Nigerians vote there will be no room for Rigging. Let us be organized and say with one VOICE. NO TO VIOLENCE, NO TO RIGGING, NO TO FIGHTING. COME OUT AND CAST YOUR VOTE TO WHOM YOU FEEL DESERVES TO BE YOUR PRESIDENT.
ReplyDeleteGreat initiative... Change starts with oneself they say, and this will be a great platform for Nigerians to demand for the change they want... No matter what political candidates gets in!
ReplyDeleteAll I want to see is positive and progressive CHANGE in how things are done in the Nigeria system... THAT'S ENOUGH FOR ME!
Definitely in! #TAKEASTAND for CHANGE