Connect with us

Breaking News

My experience in Kuje Prison – Ex-Taraba Gov Nyame

On his personal journey, Nyame urged Nigerians to be prudent in their expenses while calling on the government to prioritize policies that enhance citizens’ lives.

Published

on

Jolly Nyame

Former Taraba State Governor, Rev. Jolly Tavoro Nyame, has revealed what he learned while serving his jail terms in the Kuje correctional centre.

Nyame spoke during a Thanksgiving service that took place at the Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN secretariat in Jalingo.

The former governor vowed to emerge as a more capable leader following his incarceration if given a second chance to preside over the affairs of the state.

Advertisement

He declared that the experience had bestowed invaluable lessons, shaping him into a better potential leader for the people of Taraba State.

Nyame stated, “I learned a lot while in Kuje Prison and in the hospital. If given another opportunity to lead the people of Taraba State, I will do better because of the experience I have gained.”

He stressed the significance of faith and resilience, advising leaders to stand strong in the face of challenges.

Advertisement

Nyame, who served only four years of a 14-year sentence, asserted that his imprisonment was politically motivated.

Amidst personal reflections, he delivered a message of hope and unity for Nigerians, emphasizing the importance of prayer and faith in the nation’s future.

On his personal journey, Nyame urged Nigerians to be prudent in their expenses while calling on the government to prioritize policies that enhance citizens’ lives.

Advertisement

Opinion Nigeria is a practical online community where both local and international authors through their opinion pieces, address today’s topical issues. In Opinion Nigeria, we believe in the right to freedom of opinion and expression. We believe that people should be free to express their opinion without interference from anyone especially the government.

Continue Reading
Advertisement
Comments

Trending Articles

Democracy & Governance14 hours ago

Fayose’s Thank You Message To Obasanjo: Uncouth, Unthinking And UnAfrican -By Isaac Asabor

Obasanjo, for his part, responded with a pointed but dignified jab, thanking Fayose for revealing his true nature and promptly...

Nigeria map and flap Nigeria map and flap
Democracy & Governance1 day ago

Why Nigeria Must Act Now or Face the Consequences: The Wake-Up Call of the U.S. Religious Freedom Accountability Bill 2025 -By James Ezema

And to the Nigerian people—Christians, Muslims, and traditionalists alike—this moment demands unity, not division. Petition your lawmakers, demand justice, and...

Africa Russia summit and mining Africa Russia summit and mining
Global Issues2 days ago

Africa’s Mining Industry: New Opportunities for Cooperation with Russia and China -By Kestér Kenn Klomegâh

The Chinese delegation played a significant role in the event. Participants included Sun Yongjun, First Secretary of the Embassy of...

Nyesom-Wike-FCT-minister- Nyesom-Wike-FCT-minister-
Democracy & Governance2 days ago

The Yerima Effect: How A Naval Officer’s Stillness Destroyed Wike’s Political Weapons, Collapsed His Judicial Shield, And Taught A Young Democracy To Stop Fearing Strong Men -By Prof. John Egbeazien Oshodi

The Ministry of Defence publicly defended the officer, not Wike. They stated clearly that Yerima acted within lawful authority. That...

senate president lawan withdraws appointment of festus adedayo as media aide 1 senate president lawan withdraws appointment of festus adedayo as media aide 1
Democracy & Governance3 days ago

Aso Rock and Kitoye Ajasa’s Lickspittle Press -By Festus Adedayo

To demonstrate their opprobrium for Ajasa’s leaflet, the Nigerian Pioneer newspaper, the people scoffed at it on the newsstand. To Ajasa’s contemporaries, his...