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What began as a protest over students' concerns has been systematically hijacked by divisive forces with a larger political agenda. The narrative rapidly shifted, from demanding accountability in education to raising anti-national slogans; from seeking action against the Education Minister to demanding the restoration of Article 370, from discussing...

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NANS DISTANCES ITSELF FROM SOWORE AND ASSOCIATES' OCTOBER 20TH PLANNED PROTEST The body of the National Association of Nigerian Students, NAN, has dissociated itself from what it calls "false claims that NANS is planning to organize or participate in a so-called “#FreeNnamdiKanu." In a statement by NANS' President Olushola Oladoja warns parents and guardians to Caution their Children and wards Against Being Used by Selfish Politicians. It adds, "We wish to state categorically and unequivocally that NANS is not, and will not be, part of any protest organized or influenced by Omoyele Sowore or any other politically motivated group or individual. The entire claim is false, mischievous, and designed to drag the name of our noble Association into political controversies that do not align with our mandate as a student body. We understand that the matter concerning Mazi Nnamdi Kanu is a legal issue currently before a competent court of law, and it would therefore be inappropriate, unlawful, and irresponsible for NANS to take a partisan position or mobilize any form of protest on a matter before the judiciary. Whatever Mr. Sowore and his group are planning or doing is for their own political interest and has absolutely nothing to do with NANS. We advise him and his co-travelers to stop using the name of NANS to give credibility to their politically driven agenda. Our focus as a responsible students’ organization remains on education, youth development, peace, and national unity Not partisian agitation. We therefore call on parents and guardians across the country to warn their children and wards not to be deceived or lured into joining any protest sponsored by self-serving politicians who do not mean well for the nation or the student community." It warns that those individuals would want to exploit the vulnerability of the youth for personal gain while abandoning them when crises erupt. "We also urge the general public, the media, and security agencies to disregard any publication or message claiming that NANS is mobilizing for a protest related to Nnamdi Kanu or any other politically motivated cause. Our focus is on constructive engagements, peaceful advocacy, and developmental initiatives that will contribute meaningfully to the progress of our education system and the future of Nigerian youth. We will continue to champion the interests of students through dialogue, advocacy, and collaboration with relevant stakeholders not through chaos or politically induced protests." It concludes.

NTANetwork

49,769 views • 9 months ago

The inauguration of #BharatInnovates2026 in Nice, France by Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji and H.E. President Emmanuel Macron marks a defining milestone in the India-France partnership. Hon'ble President’s emphasis on Bharat Innovates as a bridge between India's innovation ecosystem and France's thriving technological landscape reflects the growing ambition and depth of our collaboration in emerging technologies, enterprise and innovation. As highlighted by Honorable Prime Minister, the true greatness of innovation lies not merely in valuation but in its human impact. From AI for All to Technology for Humanity, India is emerging not just as a technology powerhouse but as a provider of solutions for the world. With scale, speed and a commitment to a sustainable future, Bharat Innovates showcases how India's young innovators are creating solutions that can benefit all of humanity. More than a platform, #BharatInnovates2026 reflects the shared conviction of India and France that innovation must serve humanity and shape a better future. Rooted in shared values and guided by a shared vision, our partnership is transforming innovation into inspiration and progress for the world. My best wishes to all participants for a fruitful and impactful #BharatInnovates2026. The ideas, partnerships and innovations emerging from Nice over the coming days will further strengthen the India-France innovation partnership. I am confident that Bharat Innovates will also serve as a global accelerator for the Indian educational ecosystem contributing meaningfully to global progress. 🇮🇳🤝🇫🇷

Dharmendra Pradhan

18,227 views • 1 month ago

#MyModiStory Honourable Prime Minister Sri. Narendra Modi Ji (Narendra Modi) In your remarkable journey, we see the story of a leader who rose from humble beginnings, through unwavering discipline and commitment, to become the guiding force of our great nation. Your vision for Bharat is not merely about governance, but about awakening the soul of the nation - to instill self-belief, dignity, and unity among its people. The way you have inspired and motivated every citizen to take pride in our culture, heritage, and national identity has strengthened the spirit of India. Your relentless pursuit of Atmanirbhar Bharat, your compassion for the poor and marginalized, and your firm resolve in steering India towards progress are qualities that will always be remembered as hallmarks of your leadership. Your resolve for Viksit Bharat - a developed India by 2047 is a clarion call for every Indian to participate in nation-building. As someone deeply connected with the people, I understand the weight of responsibility and sacrifice that comes with public life. I have always admired your tireless dedication, working day and night without rest, traveling across the length and breadth of the nation, and representing Bharat with pride on the global stage. Your life is a testament to how determination, integrity, and spiritual strength can transform not only an individual but also an entire nation. At a time when the world faces unprecedented uncertainties, you have shown immense courage and strategic wisdom in handling diplomatic battles on the global stage. Whether it is safeguarding India’s interests, strengthening partnerships with major powers, or giving voice to the concerns of the Global South, you have ensured that Bharat’s stature stands tall and respected in international forums. This balancing of tradition with modern diplomacy, of national pride with global cooperation, is a rare quality that only true statesmen possess. On this very special day, I pray for your good health, long life, and unshakable energy to continue guiding our country. May you always be blessed with strength of purpose as you lead Bharat towards greater unity, prosperity, and global respect. May your journey ahead continue to inspire generations to serve the nation with selflessness and courage. With deepest Respect and warm Regards A Very Happy Birthday to You! #HappyBirthdayModiJi PMO India

Pawan Kalyan

1,204,249 views • 10 months ago

My Fellow South Africans, On the 13th of September this year, I signed into law the Basic Education Laws Amendment Act. This Act is vital to the transformation of the education system in our country. The Act is an important part of ongoing efforts to build an education system that is more effective and more equitable in line with the precepts of our Constitution. The BELA Act continues the work that has been done over the last 30 years to ensure that all children have equal access to quality education – from their early years and throughout their schooling. As a democratic country committed to building a new society, we have stated unequivocally that all children must get an education that prepares them to succeed in life, no matter what the circumstances of their birth might be, no matter where they live, no matter what language they speak. In implementing this Act we are all ultimately guided by the Constitution. The Bill of Rights guarantees the right of every person to equality. It guarantees the right of every person to receive a basic education. Importantly, the Constitution says that every person has the right to receive education in the official language or languages of their choice where reasonably practicable. This is a right that applies equally to an English-speaker as it does a Zulu-speaker. It applies equally to someone who speaks Afrikaans as it does to someone who speaks Xitsonga, Sesotho, Sepedi, isiXhosa, Setswana, Tshivenda, isiNdebele or siSwati. And now, it also applies equally to someone who uses the South African Sign Language. The Basic Education Laws Amendment Act enacts measures that strengthen the ability of our schools to give effect to these Constitutional rights. In the application of this law, we must ensure that no language is diminished. Rather, we must work to ensure that all official languages are valued and promoted. At the time that I assented to the BELA Bill, I noted that a number of parties to the Government of National Unity and other key role players in our country had expressed their wish to further engage each other on sections of the bill that deal with issues of admission and language. I said that whilst I had assented to the Bill, in the spirit of cooperation and meaningful engagement, I would delay the implementation date of the BELA Act in totality by three months. This would give the parties time to deliberate on these issues and make proposals on how the divergent views may be accommodated. I also said should the parties not agree on an approach at the end of the three-month period, I would then direct the Minister and the Department to proceed with the implementation of the Act. Over the last three months, discussions have been held with a view of reaching consensus on these outstanding clauses of the BELA Act. Various formations outside of government have also made representations, both for and against the relevant sections. Last week, I received a report from the Government of National Unity ‘clearing house’ mechanism. This is the structure which brings together the parties to the Government of National Unity and other parties represented in Parliament to deal with contentious issues and thereafter report to the leaders of the political parties represented in the Government of National Unity. In their final report, the parties agreed that the Basic Education Laws Amendment Act should not be sent back to Parliament to make changes to the sections that were in contention. The GNU clearing house participants agreed that the Act be fully implemented. This view was endorsed by the leaders of the parties to the GNU in a meeting I held with them today. I accordingly advised them that I would proceed to sign a Presidential Proclamation to bring the Basic Education Laws Amendment Act into operation from today.

Cyril Ramaphosa 🇿🇦

235,310 views • 1 year ago

Propaganda can shape perceptions—but it cannot rewrite history. For years, a relentless political campaign has sought to portray the Gandhi family as the embodiment of corruption and anti-nationalism. Repetition of allegations, however, is not the same as proof. In this clip, Priyanka Gandhi does not respond with personal attacks. She asks a simple democratic question: Where is the evidence? She urges Parliament to debate unemployment, inflation, paper leaks, and the everyday struggles of ordinary Indians instead of recycling political propaganda. Every political family in India has faced criticism, and the Emergency imposed by Indira Gandhi remains a serious and legitimate subject of historical debate. But beyond that chapter, the contributions of the Nehru-Gandhi family to India's freedom movement and nation-building are substantial and well documented. Jawaharlal Nehru spent years in British prisons during the freedom struggle, and under his leadership institutions such as the IITs, AIIMS, DRDO, and major public sector enterprises were established—institutions that continue to serve the nation today. Democracy demands that citizens distinguish between verified facts and sustained political messaging. Patriotism is not determined by slogans or propaganda; it is measured by sacrifice, public service, and commitment to the Republic. A mature democracy deserves debates based on evidence—not narratives repeated until they are mistaken for truth.

Ashok Dadhwal

53,456 views • 20 days ago

We could see two contrasting videos today where one educates and the other misguides. Hon'ble Minister Udhay - தமிழ்நாட்டை தலைகுனிய விடமாட்டேன் as a responsible leader of a people centric movement speaks with historical clarity and political integrity. He explains why NEET is not just flawed but fraudulent. He recalls how in early days of medical education Sanskrit was mandatory to even apply for medical education. This was not about merit but about exclusion. He also explains that it was the Justice party, the ideological foundation of today's DMK that abolished such discriminatory practice. He highlights the case of Miss Nila Bharathi, a student from Tamil Nadu who couldn't secure a medical seat via NEET but later went on to top the State in the UPSC examination - the most competitive examination of the nation. He rightly points out that NEET isn't about intelligence, and implies that it's only about expensive coaching and repeated drilling. On the other hand, actor turned politcal actor, TVK Vijay takes a completely different route. Instead of standing up for the students of Tamil Nadu, for the health infrastructure of Tamil Nadu, educating them about the marketocracy of neet, he tells students "NEET is not the only exam" through which he implies that medicine is not the only field to aspire to. This is exactly what RSS BJP ecosystem has been repeating since NEET was imposed. Its a cop out, not a solution. By diverting attention, normalising NEET,and refusing to take a political stand vijay has shown a disturbing alignment with the BJP RSS narrative which seems to be deliberate and due to lack of political knowledge. The choice is clear, One speaks the truth and fights for rights. The other surrenders to the Union and sugarcoats injustice. Dravidian movement is about educating the people. Not misguiding.

Yazhini PM

37,753 views • 1 year ago

Respected Members of Parliament, distinguished leaders, and fellow citizens of India, I stand before you with humility and a deep sense of responsibility as a candidate for the office of the Vice-President of our great republic. India’s democracy was built on the supreme sacrifices of our freedom fighters and nurtured for decades by their vision. Today, as that democratic space shrinks and citizens’ rights come under strain, it is our duty to defend the soul of our democratic republic. My candidature is not at all a personal aspiration but a collective effort to protect and strengthen our democratic fabric. Our first Vice-President reminded us, “Democracy is not merely a form of government; it is essentially an attitude of respect and reverence towards our fellow men.” It is these words that inspire my resolve to carry forward a noble tradition. I bring decades of experience in public service. I understand both the spirit and functioning of our democracy. This experience equips me to serve as an impartial and dignified custodian of parliamentary traditions. Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru once said, “The strongest bond of unity is the common affection that we hold for our country.” This bond has guided me in every stage of my journey and continues to motivate me to serve as an impartial custodian of our democracy. The Vice-President, as Chairperson of the Rajya Sabha, must embody this balance, wisdom, and neutrality—principles I have always upheld by giving respect to every voice, across party lines. If elected, I will strive to make the Rajya Sabha a true forum of reasoned debate and constructive dialogue. Following the example set by our first Vice-President, Dr. Sarvapalli Radhakrishnan, I pledge to ensure that it remains a chamber of thoughtful deliberation in the national interest instead of avoidable discord. Democracy thrives on cooperation, not confrontation, and my strength lies in listening, mediating, and building consensus. In my vision, the Rajya Sabha must be a chamber where national interests are upheld above partisan concerns. As Babasaheb said, “Democracy is essentially a mode of associated living, of conjoint communicated experience.” And I take inspiration from this vision that democracy must be a shared, collective journey. I have witnessed first-hand the challenges India faces—economic reforms, social justice, climate change, and ensuring opportunities for our youth. The Vice-President’s office provides a platform to guide discussions on these issues with dignity and decorum, steering the Upper House toward policies that truly benefit citizens of this great nation, India, that is, Bharat. By ensuring fairness, I hope to elevate the quality of our lawmaking. Pandit ji, in his historic “Tryst with Destiny” speech, envisioned a nation where “freedom and opportunity” would reach every Indian. As Chair of the Rajya Sabha, I will work to align our debates with that dream. A key priority will be to keep parliamentary practices transparent, inclusive, and participatory so that disruptions don’t overshadow deliberations. Our first Vice-President warned that disorderly conduct erodes public faith. Taking his caution to heart, I will strive to restore an environment where disagreement is expressed with respect and dignity. It should always be reciprocal. I also see the Rajya Sabha as a body that represents the long-term interests of the nation, free from immediate political compulsions. It reflects the idea of federalism and is known as the Council of States. As its Chair, I will encourage detailed discussions on reforms in education, healthcare, digital governance, and environmental sustainability. Dr. Ambedkar often reminded us that political democracy must be matched by social and economic democracy. It is this holistic approach that I wish to strengthen in our parliamentary functioning. Another area where I intend to contribute is in strengthening parliamentary committees. Committees are the backbone of effective lawmaking, and their reports often shape the final outcome of legislation. I will ensure that these committees, referred to by Pandit ji as “the workshops of Parliament”, function with seriousness, independence, and a spirit of consensus-building. I will ensure that these committees do not become shops but function away from the glare of immediate political pressures. India’s parliamentary democracy has stood as a beacon to the world, but it demands continuous nurturing. I will strive to preserve its sanctity by upholding constitutional conventions and morality, ensuring neutrality in proceedings, and protecting the dignity of every member of the House, irrespective of their party affiliations. My role will be to guard the sanctity of the proceedings and not just interpret the rules of procedure. After all, democracy means dialogue, discussion and dissent. Babasaheb’s warning during the Constituent Assembly rings true: “Democracy in India is only a top-dressing on an Indian soil which is essentially undemocratic.” This especially resonates after our experience with the regime that has favoured a few at the cost of crores of citizens of India—Dalits, tribals, backward communities, women, minorities, and youth—who are increasingly being pushed to the margins. It is our duty to prove that democracy in India lives not just in emblematic institutions but in spirit. As Vice-President, I will dedicate myself to preserving the sanctity of our parliamentary system by ensuring absolute neutrality in proceedings and protecting the dignity of each and every member. Honourable Members, I seek your support not for myself, but for the values that define us as a sovereign democratic republic. In this election, there is no party whip, and the ballot is secret. It is not loyalty to any political party, but love for the country that must guide your choice. Each one of you carries the moral responsibility to preserve the conscience, the soul of our beloved nation. By entrusting me with this office, you will be choosing to defend parliamentary traditions, to restore dignity to debate, and to ensure that the Rajya Sabha stands as a true temple of democracy. This is not just a vote to elect your Vice-President—it is a vote for the spirit of India itself. Together, let us strengthen our republic and create a legacy that future generations will be proud to inherit. Now, it is for the people of India to decide. : Opposition parties' vice presidential candidate, former Supreme Court Judge, Shri B. Sudershan Reddy

Congress

42,715 views • 11 months ago

#Ethiopian Foreign Minister: #Ethiopia’s State Formation Still Disputed, and is shaped by a Culture of Violence The following is what the current Ethiopian Foreign Minister said about the flawed nature of Ethiopia’s state formation and how it is still contested and shaped by a violent political culture. This is verbatim; I have not added any opinion. 'The process through which the Ethiopian state was formed is rather unique on the African continent. In most parts of the world, states are formed through conflict, violence, and bloodshed. That does not make Ethiopia unique. What makes Ethiopia unique—particularly in the African context—is that the violence was carried out by indigenous, native forces. The main protagonists in this process were Ethiopians themselves. By contrast, in the history of most African countries, state formation was the outcome of colonial conquest, with significant involvement of European actors. So, we have a state formation process driven by local political forces, but we did not have the opportunity to strengthen or cement that process through a social contract, nor did we have the chance to heal the wounds and contradictions that emerged during state formation. As a result, the legitimacy of the state was questioned and contested by some. This contestation has persisted throughout the formation of the state and has been exacerbated by subsequent events. Some have challenged the very legitimacy of the Ethiopian state; others have contested its nature, its vision, its identity, and its narratives. Some have found it difficult to accept its institutions and their configurations. Thus, there have always been fundamental contradictions stemming from Ethiopia’s state formation process, and we have not adequately addressed them in a way that would create consensus among key actors. Another layer we need to consider is that we have a very violent and autocratic political culture. Whenever there are contests for power, political differences, or disagreements over policy or institutional arrangements, the method of resolving them has more often than not been conflict. Imposing one’s will and vision on others through violence and force has been how we have conducted politics for generations. And once in power, using autocratic means to consolidate authority has been common practice. This autocratic and forceful approach, combined with the flawed state formation process, has produced many wounds, grievances, and violations. We have not been able to address these in a way that is satisfactory to most Ethiopians. On top of this, attempts to resolve these problems have often been divisive, emphasizing differences at the expense of what unites us. As a result, our politics has become polarized and ethnic-based.

Sirak Bahlbi

20,175 views • 8 months ago

I strongly CONDEMN the attack by goons and criminals who were hired by Simba Arati on the Senate Team during the Senate visit to Kisii County to audit and oversee the county’s books and spending. This happened under the glaring watch of the members of the Senate Budget and Finance Committee. By attacking the OVERSIGHT team that works in the Kisii County Senate office, the agenda is to divert public attention from the REAL ISSUES in the Kisii County audited accounts so that the public doesn’t get to know how their resources are being wasted, the law on procurement being violated and for silly politics to take center stage. The Senate Budget and Finance Committee visited Kisii not to fight physical wars but to audit the Kisii County’s books as required by the law. It is unfortunate and barbaric that, instead of presenting a technical team and experts to respond to the issues, the governor of Kisii decided to unleash and organise gangs to attack, disrupt and frustrate the exercise. We are going to put every state and public officer ACCOUNTABLE and ANSWERABLE no matter the circumstances. We will scrutinise Kisii County books and expenditure and see how the public resources have either been used, misused or misappropriated, even if it means us doing it under the deployment of militarised gangs to frustrate the same. I want to tell Simba Arati that he does not have a monopoly on violence. Some of us act cool for reasons that we are well-mannered, cultured and schooled. Lack of basic education is what has turned Kisii County the most chaotic, with a display of the most INCOMPETENT leadership that only resolves everything with violence because someone is completely nescient to address the issues at hand as required. It is the CONSTITUTIONAL RESPONSIBILITY of the Senate to do its oversight job, and NOTHING will stop us from performing the duties that we were elected to. Such acts reciprocate to that of the cold murder of ALBERT OJWANG’, a young man picked and killed by the police at the Central Police Station, that I equally condemn and demand that those responsible be taken to account. We can’t allow LAWLESSNESS to thrive in our nation! THANK YOU.

Senator Richard Onyonka

29,072 views • 1 year ago

Critical Thinking Before Sharing: The Sonam Wangchuk Poster Controversy In the age of viral social media campaigns, a poster by the All India Students’ Federation (AISF) supporting climate activist and educationist Sonam Wangchuk has garnered millions of shares. The poster demands saving public education, scrapping the NTA, rejecting the New Education Policy (NEP 2020), and banning NEET, while calling for a protest at Jantar Mantar. However, a closer reading reveals significant inconsistencies. Sonam Wangchuk has repeatedly praised the NEP 2020 for its emphasis on mother-tongue education, experiential learning, and integration of Indian knowledge systems. His own Himalayan Institute of Alternatives (HIAL) has been recognized as an exemplary implementation of NEP principles. Wangchuk’s recent protests focus on accountability for NEET paper leaks and poor implementation of education reforms not outright rejection of NEP or a blanket ban on NEET. Critics rightly argue that replacing NEET with Class 12 marks-based admissions could worsen inequities. Reforming the National Testing Agency to prevent leaks is more practical than eliminating competitive testing altogether. AISF, a left-wing student organization with communist ideological roots, often participates in broader protests. While student voices matter, overlaying unrelated political agendas on genuine education concerns can undermine public trust and support. Emotional appeals and celebrity images can obscure facts. Genuine education reform requires evidence-based solutions stronger institutions, transparency, and proper implementation rather than misleading slogans. Informed citizens are essential for meaningful change. Credit : To The Owner.

Augadh

21,091 views • 16 days ago

Yesterday, I had the privilege of delivering the Annual Public Lecture at Osun State University, Osogbo on the invitation of the institution’s leadership. The lecture titled “Interrogating the Funding of Education: Global Versus Nigerian Perspectives.” A topic that could not have come at a better time as we try to fix our tertiary education system I underscored a central truth that though education in my opinion is a fundamental human right and not a privilege , it can also be very expensive. In Nigeria, where over 1.9 million young people apply to universities annually and more than 130 public universities operate across the federation, the old funding model is no longer sustainable. That is why, during my time as Speaker of the House of Representatives, I sponsored and led the passage of the Interest-free Students Loan (Access to Higher Education) Act 2023, a transformative piece of legislation aimed at ensuring that no capable Nigerian youth is denied a university education solely because they cannot afford fees. And in one of his earliest acts as President, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu a strong believer in education signed that bill into law, affirming the President’s commitment to access, equity, and opportunity to all Nigerians. Together, we laid the legislative and executive foundations for what has become a new era of inclusive tertiary education in Nigeria. In my address, I also encouraged our universities to take learn from global institutions that have successfully diversified their income through commercial ventures, research commercialization, and international student enrolment. Institutions like Harvard, Oxford, and MIT don’t just educate, they innovate, compete, and generate revenue through publishing, patents, and partnerships. Nigeria can do the same if we reimagine our public universities not as charitable institutions but as engines of development. But we must also confront the deep structural issues: unethical practices, lack of global competitiveness, outdated teaching methods, and poor infrastructure. Reforming higher education is not just about money it’s about standards, partnerships, and courage. Let us build universities that can compete globally, inspire students, and contribute economically. Let us through qualitative education erect ladders of opportunity for the younger generation.

Femi Gbajabiamila

23,235 views • 1 year ago

This video really broke my heart. It is painful to watch, yet it reflects the reality of life for many ordinary Zimbabweans. The woman in the video is Zimbabwe’s Minister of ICT, Postal and Courier Services, Tatenda Mavetera, who is also a Member of Parliament. She is presiding over a dispute involving just US$300 that was allegedly meant to be passed on to someone else. What is striking is not the dispute itself, but the fact that this amount has become the centrepiece of a community gathering, with scores of people waiting anxiously because that money matters so much to them. Forty years ago, a Zimbabwean civil servant could earn around US$300 a month. Today, an entire community can be consumed by a dispute over that same amount. But the US$300 is not the real story. The real story is that people need money for hospital bills, food, clothing, school fees, transport, and countless other necessities. They are struggling to meet basic needs. That is why this issue has attracted such attention. At the centre of a community discussion being adjudicated by a Cabinet minister is an amount of money that can disappear in a single evening at a restaurant in London or Johannesburg. Yet for the people gathered here, that money means everything. This is what poverty looks like. This is what economic failure looks like. It is not measured by the luxury cars driven by a small elite, or by the mansions built in affluent suburbs. It is not hidden by people drilling private boreholes because public water systems no longer function, or installing solar systems because the national electricity supply is unreliable. Those are symptoms of dysfunction in themselves. The real measure of a country is the condition of the average citizen. And the average Zimbabwean is struggling. When people ask why Zimbabweans leave their country in such large numbers, this video provides part of the answer. They are not running away from Zimbabwe. They are running away from poverty, hardship, and the daily struggle to survive. Imagine the British Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, or South Africa’s Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies, having to preside over a public dispute involving the equivalent of R5,800 or £220. It would be almost unimaginable. Yet in Zimbabwe, such a matter can become the focal point of an entire community. As Africans, we must be honest with ourselves. We cannot measure progress by the lifestyles of a tiny elite while the majority live in deprivation. A country is not successful because a few people drive expensive cars, travel abroad, or live comfortably. A country succeeds when ordinary people can afford food, healthcare, education, housing, and a dignified life. I might drive a nice car. I might own a beautiful home. I might travel the world and enjoy privileges that many can only dream of. But none of that says anything meaningful about the health of my country if the average child goes to bed hungry. The success of a nation is not measured by the wealth of its elite. It is measured by the wellbeing of its ordinary people. And that is the conversation Zimbabweans, and Africans more broadly, need to have. Other nations beyond Zimbabwe, beyond our continent, and people of other races will not respect us. Even if I turn up to a meeting in Harare driving a Bugatti or a Lamborghini to meet an investor from London, they will have a very dim view not only of my country, but of me as well. Driving a Lamborghini on pothole-ridden roads, they will look down on me as an individual and on my country as a nation. Nobody with genuine pride can honestly believe they are doing well when the average person is going to bed on an empty stomach.

Hopewell Chin’ono

165,731 views • 1 month ago

It is a pleasure to be with you this evening to celebrate the memory and contribution of our first Prime Minister, Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru. He was the prime architect of the modern Indian nation-state. His was a life anchored firmly in parliamentary democracy. He had a steadfast belief in planned economic growth and a profound commitment to the development of scientific temper alongside the development of scientific and technological capabilities. To him, secularism — in which he firmly believed — meant the celebration of India’s many diversities while strengthening its fundamental unity. His legacy continues to shape our everyday lives. Decades have gone by since his time, but he continues to serve as a beacon of light to millions of our countrymen and women. It is inevitable that such a monumental figure will have his life and work analysed and critiqued — and that is indeed as it should be. Although the temptation to divorce him from his times and the challenges that he had to face and to look at him, devoid of the historical context in which he functioned has become quite widespread. Yet, while we welcome ongoing analysis of his contributions, what is not acceptable is the systematic attempt being made to denigrate, distort, demean and defame him. The sole objective of this is to not only diminish him as a personality but also his universally recognised role in India's independence struggle and his early decades as a leader of an independent nation challenged by unprecedented problems, but it is also to demolish his multifaceted legacy in a crude and self-serving attempt to rewrite history. Analysis is one thing, but deliberate mischief with what he said, what he wrote and what he did is another thing and totally unacceptable. And who are the forces that have launched this project? We all know that they have worked for years and years—for decades—and finally, here they are. They belong to an ideology that had no role whatsoever in our freedom movement, that had no role whatsoever in the making of our Constitution. In fact, they even burnt it and were totally against it. It is an ideology that long ago fanned an atmosphere of hate that ultimately led to the assassination of Mahatma Gandhi ji. His killers today continue to be glorified by its adherents. It is an ideology that has consistently rejected the ideals of our founding fathers. It is an ideology with a bigoted and viciously communal outlook. Its approach to nationhood is based on stoking prejudices of all kinds. Let there be no doubt whatsoever that the project to vilify Jawaharlal Nehru ji is the main objective of the ruling establishment today. Their goal is not just to erase him; it is actually to destroy the social, political, and economic foundations on which our nation has been founded and built. The road ahead is not easy. But there is simply no option but for each one of us, individually and collectively, to stand up and confront this project. We not only owe it to the memory of Jawaharlal Nehru ji and his comrades—we owe it to ourselves, and even more to the coming generations. The unapologetic and fierce defence of the Nehruvian legacy is not an act of nostalgia. It is a commitment to restoring India's constitutional promise, to safeguarding reason in the face of propaganda, and to ensuring that our republic remains modern and forward-looking. If we succeed, it will not only honour Jawaharlal Nehru ji's memory; it will ensure that the India he envisioned remains a reality. At a time when tolerance in public life is shrinking, when dissent is painted as disloyalty, and history is reduced to partisan combat, Nehru ji's example becomes even more vital. He taught us that disagreement is not a threat but a democratic necessity—that unity does not demand uniformity; that a confident nation need not fear the truth about its past. Friends, there is some reason for hope. Last month, the Jawaharlal Nehru Memorial Fund also launched an archive which can be accessed at The archive is an easily searchable and freely downloadable digital archive—also, by the way, accessible on your smartphone. At present, it covers the hundred published volumes of his selected works, covering the period from 1903 till the day before he died. The archive will continue to expand. So, there it will be for you all to access any time you want to know something about what he said, what he wrote, or what he did. Sandeep Dixit's initiative, which has brought all of us here this evening, is another sincere attempt to take on this challenge of rescuing Nehru ji from the web of deception. And we need many, many more such initiatives across the length and breadth of our country. I will end by congratulating Sandeep and his team and wishing him and his colleagues the very best in their endeavours. Jai Hind! : CPP Chairperson Smt. Sonia Gandhi ji at the launch of The Nehru Centre India

Congress

45,430 views • 8 months ago

"Today, we can see the futility of the political route and the bankruptcy of the political system writ large." "Scotland is annexed, a dominion under the English crown. And it is the English crown, not the fictional UK crown, that we're all told about. "Not a partner, not of any kind. In fact, the whole partnership story is a concoction fashioned to convince the world that Scots are part of a joint state and to disguise the fact that Scotland is, in reality, nothing other than a colony. "It's not a partner in a marriage, but a kidnap victim. And you do not escape from a kidnapper by filing for divorce from a fictional marriage. "Second, even if it were possible to break free through a referendum or an election, or to propose any other route that would be approved as lawful by the kidnapping state, the political system in Scotland would not guarantee any of the things that sing in our bones as Scots. We dream of justice, compassion, equality, prosperity and care for all without preference or privilege. "But what we have is an english system of concentrated power and privilege, which those Scots who enjoy it will not give up easily. Where the government sits in authority over the people, and the people surrender their hopes, their ambitions and their human and civil rights to the whims of their elected representatives. Where all that we hold dear, all that we depend on for decency, fairness and security, depends on the honor, honesty and good faith of those elected. "Because once it is elected, we have no means of curbing, challenging or preventing anything a government may choose to do, whether or not that's lawful, just, rational or humane. "Today, we can see the futility of the political route and the bankruptcy of the political system writ large. Our helplessness in the face of the state marching side by side with destitution and despair. "This is why liberation was born. Because the route to the Scotland we dream of neither can nor will come through the present political system, but through the restoration of the political, territorial and judicial rights, the constitutional provisions that belong to the people of this nation, in law and in justice, even under the terms of this fraudulent union, and certainly under international law. "They mean that we, the people, are sovereign, in fact, not in sound bite, the ultimate authority of this nation of Scotland. "They mean that the interests of the people, collectively known as the common good, are not only the primary purpose of government, but the only condition on which it's permitted to exist. "They mean that we are entitled to overrule, remove or replace a government that violates that condition of its existence, that fails to honour its promises, to consult the people or to act according to their wishes and welfare. "And in the modern world, that means the right to all the mechanisms that we see in a nation like Switzerland, which will make that sovereign power a reality. "All this is part of what we call decolonization, true Scottish self determination. And it is the soul and purpose of liberation Scotland. "Impossible? Other nations have trodden the path to decolonisation. Not one has bowed to the kidnapper and asked for permission. "We know now that we can gain our independence as a state by first gaining independence from a colonizing power. So that instead of waiting to reclaim real sovereignty of the people after independence, we gain our independence by first reclaiming our sovereign Scottish rights. "The next step on this road is establishing the committee of the Scottish Liberation Movement. This committee will be elected from the membership of Liberation and will operate under a ratified constitution. "And it will register Scotland's Liberation Movement with the United Nations." Sara Salyers @TheScotCongress Iain.lawson27 Salvo.Scot Colette Walker

ScotNews

20,333 views • 2 years ago

The speaker argues that the current student protests over exam paper leaks should not be limited to demanding the resignation of the Education Minister. Instead, he claims the root cause lies with the central government, alleging that institutions such as the Election Commission and the electoral system have been compromised. Key themes include: Criticism of the Prime Minister, the BJP, RSS, and the Union government. Allegations that repeated exam paper leaks reflect systemic governance failures. Calls for a broader political movement rather than a single-issue protest. Strong criticism of EVMs and advocacy for a return to paper ballots. Claims that democratic institutions have been weakened. Criticism of India's foreign policy, particularly regarding the US, Israel, Iran, China, and oil imports. Appeals for youth and citizens to participate in peaceful, sustained democratic movements. The video primarily expresses political opinions and allegations, many of which are disputed or not established as fact. For example: Claims that elections cannot be won unless permitted by the Prime Minister are political assertions, not proven facts. Statements about the Election Commission being completely controlled or elections being predetermined remain matters of political debate rather than judicially established conclusions. References to exam paper leaks are grounded in real incidents, but the attribution of responsibility to specific political actors is the speaker's interpretation. This video is less a news report and more a political speech. It mixes genuine public concerns—such as exam paper leaks, unemployment, and institutional accountability—with strong political accusations and personal opinions. Some criticisms are based on real events, while many broader conclusions are contested and should not be accepted as established facts without independent evidence. A healthy democracy allows criticism of governments, but it also requires citizens to distinguish between verified facts, political opinion, and rhetorical claims.

Ashok Dadhwal

14,831 views • 28 days ago

Today I set out deep concerns about how the Government has handled decisions and communications surrounding the recent China spying case and the question of whether China poses a threat to the UK’s national security. The Government has made it difficult to obtain clear information about the timeline of meetings and the reasoning behind official statements. The Government’s approach has been evasive and inconsistent, with denials later giving way to partial admissions. This lack of transparency has eroded confidence and made it harder to get to the truth. At the heart of the issue is the role of the Deputy National Security Adviser (DNSA), who told Parliament that he was simply reflecting the Government’s position when asked whether China poses an active national security threat. I argued that this is not good enough. The question was a straightforward one, and the answer should have been equally straightforward: China does pose a threat to the UK’s national security across multiple fronts, from espionage and cyberattacks to sanctions and disinformation. I raised concerns about the meeting on 1 Sept, which appears to contradict earlier statements by the Prime Minister that no further evidence or discussions took place after that date. If such a meeting did occur with senior security officials present, the Government should release the minutes, at the very least to the Intelligence and Security Committee, to clarify what was discussed. I called for honesty and clarity in how the UK defines and responds to threats from China. Those of us who have been sanctioned and targeted by the Chinese state know first-hand how that threat manifests. The Government must stop obfuscating and start treating this issue with the seriousness it deserves: by acknowledging the reality of the threat, being transparent with Parliament and the public, and taking firm, decisive action to protect our national security.

Iain Duncan Smith MP Chingford & Woodford Green

17,641 views • 9 months ago