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| A Gathering Of Nigerian Politicians |
By
Theophilus Ilevbare
Just when we were coming to terms with the precipitousforay
to the political scene of some entertainers like Gongo Aso crooner, Abolore
Akande popularly known as 9ice, gospel singer, Kenny Saint Best and actor,
Desmond Elliot, all of whom have in recent time declared their political ambition
and aligned themselves with political parties, Tony Tetuila(reals names, Anthony
Olarenwaju) has quickly joined the burgeoning list of Nigerian artistes vying
for elective positions in next year’s general election. Even if the joke sounds
too expensive and only himself believes it, popular stand-up comedian, Julius
Agwu, thinks he can become the next governor of Rivers state. The list of
intending artiste-politicians keeps growing as the bandwagon syndrome catches
up with more of them. Before the end of the year, more artistes will throw
their hat in the ring.
