Voice Of The Oppressed

Congolese Rebel Leader, General Laurent Nkunda, Arrested!

The surprise arrest of Congolese rebel leader Laurent Nkunda by his former Rwandan allies raises many questions. Here are some answers  provided by Michelle Faul (Associated Press Writer)

President Barack Obama 2009 Inauguration and Address

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Inaugural Speech Of Barack Hussien Obama-First American President of African Descent

 "...To those who cling to power through corruption and deceit and the silencing of dissent, know that you are on the wrong side of history; but that we will extend a hand if you are willing to unclench your fist.

To the people of poor nations, we pledge to work alongside you to make your farms flourish and let clean waters flow; to nourish starved bodies and feed hungry minds...."  President BARACK H OBAMA

Below is the full address

Bush's Farewell Address To Americans

Fellow citizens: For eight years, it has been my honor to serve as your President. The first decade of this new century has been a period of consequence -- a time set apart. Tonight, with a thankful heart, I have asked for a final opportunity to share some thoughts on the journey that we have traveled together, and the future of our nation.

Ghana - A Pacesetter

By Neba-Fuh

 Ghana- the land of African visionary Kwame Nkrumah has transited from one democratic President to another- a real antithesis of the present status quo in Africa. A  continent that is stinking of stale leadership resulting to its positioning in the egoistic quadrant of the world order, all because of its numerous autocrats, continually denying to relinquish power.

Biya: A Ruler Who Is Out Of Touch

By Neba-Fuh

"We therefore immediately embarked on the process of constitutional revision in order to remove a hurdle which was looming over our political future in the medium-term. I believe that the majority of the Cameroonian people understood the meaning of this reform which, in any case, leaves all options open". - Paul Biya

Biya's ritualistic end of year speech to the people of Cameroun is a provocative piece incoherent with the spirit of  political leadership even in its most pretentious state.
He exhibited extreme detachment from his populace in every sense of it.

Poem: Oh Peace!

By Neba-Fuh

Your beautiful face comes out,
In a way you can't do without,
Words pierce, wisdom chills,
Guns trigger, blood spills,