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Fubara: How not to fight a godfather
In the shadowed coliseum of politics, where the air is thick with the dust of ambition and the echoes of power plays, there stands a figure both revered and feared: the Political Godfather. He is not merely a player in the game; he is the game itself, a labyrinthine maze where every turn leads back to him. To challenge him is to step into an arena where the rules are written in invisible ink, and the referee is his shadow. This is not a battle of strength but of wits, not of force but of finesse. And yet, many have tried to topple him, only to find themselves ensnared in his web. Here is how not to fight a Political Godfather. Fubara should learn from this!
Do Not Charge Like a Bull at a Red Cape
The Political Godfather thrives on confrontation. He is the matador, and every challenger who charges headfirst is a bull destined to stumble. His red cape is the illusion of vulnerability: a scandal, a misstep, or a public slight. But charging at it only reveals your own weaknesses. He will sidestep, and you will find yourself gored by your own momentum. The Godfather’s power lies in his ability to deflect, to make your strength your downfall. Instead of charging, observe. Study the cape, not the man behind it. His true weakness is not in his defenses but in his overconfidence. This isn’t in Fubara’s notes.
Do Not Build Your Castle on Sand.
Many challengers make the mistake of constructing their power base on shaky foundations- alliances of convenience, promises of loyalty, or the fleeting support of the bandwagon masses. The Political Godfather, however, has built his fortress on bedrock. His alliances are forged in the fires of mutual interest, his loyalty bought with decades of favours, and his support entrenched in the very fabric of the system. To challenge him with a castle built on sand is to invite disaster. When the tides of political fortune rise, your castle will crumble, while his remains unshaken. Build your foundation slowly, brick by brick, and ensure it can withstand the storm. Fubara doesn’t know this.
Do Not Underestimate the Power of Patience.
The Political Godfather is a master of time. He knows that impatience is the Achilles’ heel of most challengers. He will wait, biding his time, while you exhaust yourself in a flurry of activity. He will let you make the first move, the second, and the third, all the while studying your patterns, your weaknesses, your tells. By the time he strikes, it will be with surgical precision, and you will be too weary to mount a defense. Patience is not just a virtue in this arena; it is a weapon. Do not rush. Let him grow complacent, and strike only when the moment is ripe. I guess Fubara does know this!
Do Not Ignore the Shadows.
The Political Godfather does not operate in the light. His power lies in the shadows, in the whispered conversations, the backroom deals, the unspoken alliances. To fight him on the open battlefield is to play into his hands. He will lure you into the light, where every move is scrutinised, every word dissected, and every mistake magnified. Meanwhile, he will continue to pull strings from the darkness. To defeat him, you must learn to navigate the shadows. Cultivate your own network of influence, operate in the gray areas, and strike where he least expects it. Fubara did you know this?
Do Not Fight Alone
The Political Godfather is not a lone wolf; he is the head of a pack. His power is magnified by his network of allies, each one a thread in the intricate tapestry of his influence. To challenge him alone is to face not just one opponent but an entire ecosystem. You must build your own coalition, not just of the powerful but of the loyal. Find those who share your vision, who are willing to stand with you not out of fear or favour but out of conviction. Together, you can dismantle his network, thread by thread. Fubara you were all along alone.
Do Not Forget the Human Element.
Behind the facade of power, the Political Godfather is still human. He has fears, insecurities, and vulnerabilities. Many challengers make the mistake of seeing him as an invincible force, a monolithic entity. But even the mightiest oak has roots that can be weakened. Understand his motivations, his desires, his fears. Use them not as weapons but as tools to unravel his power. Appeal to his humanity, not his ego. Sometimes, the most effective way to fight a Godfather is not to fight at all but to outmaneuver him. Tinubu showed this Fubara, but you ignored. Tinubu would be laughing at your illusion.
Do Not Lose Sight of the Endgame.
The Political Godfather’s greatest strength is his ability to manipulate the narrative. He will twist your words, distort your actions, and rewrite the story to suit his agenda. Do not get caught up in the day-to-day skirmishes. Keep your eyes on the endgame. What is your ultimate goal? Is it to defeat him, or to create something greater? The Godfather thrives on chaos; he will try to drag you into his world of intrigue and deception. Stay focused on your vision, and do not let him dictate the terms of the battle. Fubara was carried away by executive power- hubris!
In the end, the Political Godfather is not just a person but a symbol. To fight him is to fight the very system that sustains him. But with patience, strategy, and a clear vision, even the mightiest Godfather can be brought to his knees. The key is not to fight him on his terms but to rewrite the rules of the game itself.
Source: Spearnews
….Writes NMDPRA, Engages Marketers to Stabilise Fuel Market
Photo caption: L R: Chief Executive Officer, Dangote Fertiliser Limited, Vishwajit Sinha; Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, Dangote Petroleum Refinery, David Bird; President and Chief Executive, Dangote Industries Ltd, Aliko Dangote; Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, South South Development Commission, Usoro Akpabio, during the visit of SSDC members to the Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Fertiliser Plant in Lagos on Sunday, November 30, 2025.
Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced plans to supply one billion five hundred million litres of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) monthly to the Nigerian market in December 2025 and January 2026, a move aimed at ensuring uninterrupted nationwide fuel availability through the festive season and into the New Year.
President and Chief Executive of Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote, disclosed the plans at the weekend, noting that the refinery will make available 50 million litres of PMS daily beginning December 1.
“In line with our commitment to national wellbeing, and consistent with our track record of ensuring a holiday season free of fuel scarcity, the Dangote Petroleum Refinery will supply 1.5 billion litres of PMS to the Nigerian market this month. This represents 50 million litres per day. We are formally notifying the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) of this commitment. We will supply another 1.5 billion litres in January and increase to 1.7 billion litres in February, which translates to about 60 million litres per day,” Dangote said.
Photo caption: L R: President and Chief Executive, Dangote Industries Ltd, Aliko Dangote; Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, South South Development Commission, Usoro Akpabio, during the visit of SSDC members to the Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Fertiliser Plant in Lagos on Sunday, November 30, 2025.
Speaking during a visit by the South-South Development Commission (SSDC) to the refinery and the Dangote Fertiliser complex, he stated that the facility currently has adequate stock and is producing between 40 and 45 million litres of PMS daily. He added that the daily supply of 50 million litres should dispel long-standing claims that domestic refineries lack the capacity to meet national demand.
Dangote also revealed ongoing engagement with petroleum marketers to strengthen distribution systems, including expanding the use of CNG-powered haulage.
“Our priority is to ensure Nigeria receives the products it needs. This is not driven by profit motives; it is about guaranteeing the availability of essential energy products. It is similar to the transformation we delivered in the cement sector,” he added.
He further noted that the refinery is progressing with its expansion plan to reach a capacity of 1.4 million barrels per day. More than 100,000 workers are expected to be involved in the expansion of both the refinery and the fertiliser complex. Dangote emphasised that the Group remains committed to its vision, driven by the strong public support for the company’s role in shaping Nigeria’s economic development.
During the visit, the Managing Director of SSDC, Usoro Offiong Akpabio, commended Dangote’s leadership and his continued contribution to strengthening Nigeria’s industrial capability, national energy security and long-term economic competitiveness.
She described the South-South region as Nigeria’s natural energy corridor, with vast crude oil reserves, gas infrastructure, maritime assets, agro-industrial activity and emerging industrial clusters. She noted that deeper collaboration between the region and the Dangote Group could unlock opportunities in product distribution, CNG infrastructure, petrochemicals, agriculture, and employment creation.
Akpabio added that such partnerships would advance the Federal Government’s energy stability agenda and position the South-South as a strategic growth hub for the Dangote Group.
“As the statutory development body for the South-South, SSDC is mandated to drive regional economic development, infrastructure integration, human capital advancement, and private-sector–led growth. In this regard, we stand prepared to support State-level policy and regulatory support for Ease-of-doing-business across our six states. Enabling environments for Dangote Group’s expansion into strategic sectors such as gas processing, agro-industrial value chains, renewable energy, logistics, and export-oriented manufacturing,” she said.
In a letter from the refinery’s Managing Director, David Bird, to the Authority Chief Executive of the NMDPRA, the company reaffirmed its readiness to host NMDPRA officials onsite at the refinery from December 1st to verify and publish its daily supply volumes. The refinery also sought the Authority’s support to ensure unhindered importation of crude, feedstocks and blending components, as well as smooth vessel loading for product evacuation.
“In the spirit of full transparency to the public we are willing to publish our daily production and stock volumes (online and print media),” Bird stated. “We seek the full support of NMDPRA to allow Dangote refinery to import our crude, feedstocks and blending components unhindered as well as support the lifting of our products by vessel. We continue to experience delays in vessel clearance which impacts not only the refinery operations but also our customers, adding unnecessary costs and inefficiencies”.
By Bonaventure Phillips Melah
Photo caption: L R: Chief Executive Officer, Dangote Fertiliser Limited, Vishwajit Sinha; Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, Dangote Petroleum Refinery, David Bird; President and Chief Executive, Dangote Industries Ltd, Aliko Dangote; Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, South South Development Commission, Usoro Akpabio, during the visit of SSDC members to the Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Fertiliser Plant in Lagos on Sunday, November 30, 2025.
Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced plans to supply one billion five hundred million litres of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) monthly to the Nigerian market in December 2025 and January 2026, a move aimed at ensuring uninterrupted nationwide fuel availability through the festive season and into the New Year.
President and Chief Executive of Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote, disclosed the plans at the weekend, noting that the refinery will make available 50 million litres of PMS daily beginning December 1.
“In line with our commitment to national wellbeing, and consistent with our track record of ensuring a holiday season free of fuel scarcity, the Dangote Petroleum Refinery will supply 1.5 billion litres of PMS to the Nigerian market this month. This represents 50 million litres per day. We are formally notifying the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) of this commitment. We will supply another 1.5 billion litres in January and increase to 1.7 billion litres in February, which translates to about 60 million litres per day,” Dangote said.
Photo caption: LR: President and Chief Executive, Dangote Industries Ltd, Aliko Dangote; Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, South South Development Commission, Usoro Akpabio, during the visit of SSDC members to the Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Fertiliser Plant in Lagos on Sunday, November 30, 2025.
Speaking during a visit by the South-South Development Commission (SSDC) to the refinery and the Dangote Fertiliser complex, he stated that the facility currently has adequate stock and is producing between 40 and 45 million litres of PMS daily. He added that the daily supply of 50 million litres should dispel long-standing claims that domestic refineries lack the capacity to meet national demand.
Dangote also revealed ongoing engagement with petroleum marketers to strengthen distribution systems, including expanding the use of CNG-powered haulage.
“Our priority is to ensure Nigeria receives the products it needs. This is not driven by profit motives; it is about guaranteeing the availability of essential energy products. It is similar to the transformation we delivered in the cement sector,” he added.
He further noted that the refinery is progressing with its expansion plan to reach a capacity of 1.4 million barrels per day. More than 100,000 workers are expected to be involved in the expansion of both the refinery and the fertiliser complex. Dangote emphasised that the Group remains committed to its vision, driven by the strong public support for the company’s role in shaping Nigeria’s economic development.
During the visit, the Managing Director of SSDC, Usoro Offiong Akpabio, commended Dangote’s leadership and his continued contribution to strengthening Nigeria’s industrial capability, national energy security and long-term economic competitiveness.
She described the South-South region as Nigeria’s natural energy corridor, with vast crude oil reserves, gas infrastructure, maritime assets, agro-industrial activity and emerging industrial clusters. She noted that deeper collaboration between the region and the Dangote Group could unlock opportunities in product distribution, CNG infrastructure, petrochemicals, agriculture, and employment creation.
Akpabio added that such partnerships would advance the Federal Government’s energy stability agenda and position the South-South as a strategic growth hub for the Dangote Group.
“As the statutory development body for the South-South, SSDC is mandated to drive regional economic development, infrastructure integration, human capital advancement, and private-sector–led growth. In this regard, we stand prepared to support State-level policy and regulatory support for Ease-of-doing-business across our six states. Enabling environments for Dangote Group’s expansion into strategic sectors such as gas processing, agro-industrial value chains, renewable energy, logistics, and export-oriented manufacturing,” she said.
In a letter from the refinery’s Managing Director, David Bird, to the Authority Chief Executive of the NMDPRA, the company reaffirmed its readiness to host NMDPRA officials onsite at the refinery from December 1st to verify and publish its daily supply volumes. The refinery also sought the Authority’s support to ensure unhindered importation of crude, feedstocks and blending components, as well as smooth vessel loading for product evacuation.
“In the spirit of full transparency to the public we are willing to publish our daily production and stock volumes (online and print media),” Bird stated. “We seek the full support of NMDPRA to allow Dangote refinery to import our crude, feedstocks and blending components unhindered as well as support the lifting of our products by vessel. We continue to experience delays in vessel clearance which impacts not only the refinery operations but also our customers, adding unnecessary costs and inefficiencies”.
Some women in Ezimo community, Udenu Local Government Area of Enugu State, on Saturday, staged a protest over the alleged kidnap of five residents and the shooting of another during an attack on the community.
The protesters, who marched through major parts of the community, said the incident had heightened fear and insecurity in the area.
One victim of the attack is currently receiving treatment in the hospital.
A social media influencer, ‘Sen.’ Chijinkem Ugwuanyi, made this known via Facebook on Saturday.
Ugwuanyi revealed that resident who confirmed the incident said recent cases of abductions and shootings had left the community unsafe, prompting the women to demand urgent government intervention.
In a video shared on Ugwuanyi’s Facebook page, the protesters called on the Enugu State Government and security agencies to step in and restore peace, warning that residents could no longer live under constant fear of attacks.
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